The Eat Local Challenge just got easier for Portlanders- the Portland Farmers market opened this last Saturday in the park blocks. The sun peeked through the clouds and the rain held off just long enough for the crowds to gather and marvel at spring’s newest developments. There were fiddlehead ferns, asparagus, morel mushrooms, radishes, arugula, herbs, broccoli, spring onions and more. In addition to all of the fresh produce and raw materials, including delicious goat cheese and honey, there were vendors selling warm, crusty bread, yummy burritos, pastries and chocolates. Despite the slight chill in the air, the atmosphere was happy and festive- everyone was excited for the start to the spring season of open air shopping. Walking around the market place, my head filled with ideas as fast as my basket did. Recipes for creamy soups showcasing wild mushrooms and crunchy toast from the local bakeries, or a warming pasta with broccoli and goat cheese…. The best part about all of the goods available at the farmer’s market is that I can happily indulge, knowing that it all came from within 100 miles of my house.
--Josie
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