15 Feb 2021

Fruit Spotlight: Peaches, Peach Salsa

Peaches are in season in the U.S. from mid-July through the beginning of September. Peaches are so beloved by Americans that the peach is the State Fruit of two states (GA + SC); the peach tree is the State Tree of AL; DE claims the Peach Blossom as its State Flower and peach pie as […]

15 Feb 2021

Vegetable Spotlight: Mini Cucumbers, DIY Cucumber Pickles

   Pickling Cucumbers (small, firm, unwaxed cucumbers) are in season mid-Summer (July+August). They can be found at Farmer’s Markets, by growing your own, or at a grocery store (such as Aldi or Walmart) sold as ‘mini-cucumbers’ in a bag or package. These little crunchy veggies are fun to eat plain or with a dip of […]