FARMERS MARKETS l I promote benefits we derive from purchasing locally produced food at farmers markets. There's an artistic element to it.

FARMERS MARKETS l OMG, it's already almost September. Most markets have a few more weeks, but don't miss the gorgeous peak season produce...

FRUIT l Cox's Orange Pippin is a relatively rare artisan variety in the U.S.. But in England, where it originated, it has its own website...

FARMERS MARKETS l The farmers market in the challenged Chicago community of Austin is holding a special event that includes a BBQ demo...

FRUIT l Strawberry lovers in the Chicago region lament their short spring season. But a handful of regional growers produce a summer variety

FARMERS MARKETS l Peak season crops are still in abundance at Chicago area markets, but the transition to fall is already under way...

RECIPES l Oven-baked ratatouille is delicious anytime, but especially in the summer when you can utilize the bounty of local produce...

FARMERS MARKETS l If you read Local Food Forum, you probably know I love farmers markets. Once in a while, I get to give a friend a tour...

FARMERS MARKETS l National Farmers Market Week is winding down, so I paid homage to one of Chicago's oldest market, and its famed artwork...

FARMERS MARKETS l Saturday (8/10) is the last day of National Farmers Market Week. But every week is farmers market week at Local Food Forum