Even though Labor Day is upon us, there is still time to take advantage of local, fresh, and organic produce here on Long Island. There are farmer's markets, dozens of farm stands, mostly on the East end, and CSA's that deliver to multiple sites around the island. Farmer's markets offer a lot more than fresh produce, including local eggs, artisinal cheeses, honey, baked goods, organic meat, homemade jams and preserves, fruit, cider, and flowers. There is nothing I like to do more than visit a farmer's market on a saturday morning. I love that I can meet the farmers and artisans, taste the food, and ask questions about where the vegetables were grown or how the cheese was made. Call me crazy but I get excited about a wheel of goat cheese in much the same way that other people feel about a new pair of shoes! The following Suffolk County farmer's markets are open through mid November:
Hauppage
Huntington
Islip
Patchogue
Port Jefferson
Riverhead
Sag Harbor
Westhampton Beach
Here's to happy shopping and healthy eating!
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