Thanks to the much-needed rain (though we wished it could have paused on Saturday morning), our farmers' tables will be overflowing with gorgeous fruits and vegetables.  With more sizzling temperatures in the offing, it makes sense to stop by the market early and stock up for the week, then put your picnic together and head for the water. This super-simple recipe for sweet corn salad caught our attention, with its colorful mix of corn, … [Read more...]

Thanks to all our weather-resistant customers for coming to shop last week in spite of the forecast; we did manage to make it through most of the morning before the deluge started!  Our drenched vendors appreciated your efforts to make their day less of a wash-out. The Honey Shop returns this week with cool and delicious offerings designed to take the heat out of the kitchen (but leave some in your mouth!)  Kathy promises to bring this organic … [Read more...]

Beekeeper and market table honey supplier Celeste of Fruit Hill Apiaries will visit the market this Saturday with her model hive.  Learn the fascinating facts about these industrious insects, and take a closer look at the usually-hidden activity of honey production. One of the farms where Fruit Hill hives are located is Barden Family Orchard, and this week they will have the epitome of summer fruit: peaches!  The pollinators have done … [Read more...]

We were so happy to have had these beautiful and delicious tomatoes from Blue Skys Farm this past week,  and we're definitely up for more: tomatoes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. During the season, there's always a place on the plate for the juicy fruits of summer. Weatherlow Farms is looking for someone to staff their table at our market starting in mid-August; Margot will be leaving to return to veterinary school.  (We'll miss … [Read more...]

The heat wave has brought some blessings: tomatoes are ripening at a great rate, and all our summer favorites are scheduled to make an appearance at Saturday's market in abundance: zucchini, yellow squash, beans, and eggplant.  Some rain would be welcome, though; our farmers have been watering daily to keep the crops growing.  Just don't rain on the market! The ingredient list for this ratatouille recipe certainly captured our attention; the … [Read more...]

Blue Skys Farm sends news that they will be bringing cucumbers on Saturday!  It will be so great to have these cool vegetables back for salads, drinks and refrigerator pickles. Blueberries, blueberries, blueberries!  More berries from Barden Family Orchard this week; yum!!!! The Edgewood Cheese Shop has been bringing a variety of cheeses to the Market Table every Saturday.  This week's selection includes: Narragansett Creamery … [Read more...]

Barden Family Orchard hopes to return to the market this week.  We are always glad to welcome them back, since that means the start of berry season, with corn, peaches and apples not far behind.  If they don't make it this week, we will still have their raspberries at the market table (and maybe some blueberries, too).  The orchard is still hiring seasonal workers, both at the farm and at markets; if interested, fill out their application and … [Read more...]

July 4th is coming on Wednesday; get all you need for a glorious summer feast at the market this Saturday.  As always, we are open 9 AM to 12 Noon at Rhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet, 60 Rhodes Place, Cranston. We have meats and fish for grilling, salad fixings, nuts and cheeses for appetizers, scrumptious breads and baked goods, and, of course, farm-fresh vegetables and herbs. Or leave the cooking to our prepared food vendors: Matilda Empanadas, Ja … [Read more...]

The solstice has passed, and the long hours of sunshine have kicked our farmers' plants into high growing gear.  It's been an unpredictable season of cooler-than-normal temperatures and lots of cloudy and rainy days, which means that while some typical spring-harvested produce is still lingering (such as tender lettuces), the crops that need heat and sun have been slower to mature.  This is part of the adventure of seasonal eating and shopping … [Read more...]

Sunday is Father's Day, and what better place to find some fresh, local goodies to honor the Dads in your life than the farmers market?  Delicious regional cheeses, curated coffees, special cuts of pastured meats, fresh-caught seafood, hearty artisan breads, and an abundance of spring vegetables are just some of the comestibles you will find here.  Does your Dad prefer to grow his own?  Our farmers have a variety of veggie, herb and flower plant … [Read more...]