Farm Fresh to Favorite Recipes

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    Farm Fresh to Favorite Recipes: Strawberries

    Suyematsu strawberries are a sought after crop on Bainbridge Island. With a limited supply this year I consider myself lucky to have gotten a box to make my homemade strawberry jam! The Farm Visit: Bainbridge Island Farms, also known as Suyematsu Farm is one of the oldest, largest, and continually operated farms in our county with over 100,000 pounds of produce grown each year. We’ve been going to this farm for a few years now to purchase strawberries, pick raspberries, and purchase other produce. Buying Strawberries: There is no u-pick option for strawberries at the farm so you need to pay close attention when flats are for sale. This information…

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    Farm Fresh to Favorite Recipes: Loganberries

    This is only my second post in this category but I look forward to writing them and sharing my farm adventures with all of you. In mid-July my husband and I took a date day trip to a nearby farm to do some berry picking on the Olympic Peninsula. They offer strawberries, raspberries, loganberries, blueberries, blackberries, boysenberries and lavender. The Farm Visit: Graysmarsh Farm is located in Sequim, WA and is a locally owned and operated farm that grows berries, lavender, and has started producing honey and essential oils. They pride themselves on establishing a connection with every customer and hand packaging all of their products that are shipped out…

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    Farm Fresh to Favorite Recipes: Raspberries

    This is the first post in a brand new series on the Grateful Heart Home & Garden website. I’ll be featuring farms that I visit throughout the summer and then share the recipe (or recipes) I make from my farm fresh finds. In essence, the farm to table concept! So come along with me on my journey to the farm, into the kitchen, and finally onto the table to enjoy with family & friends. The Farm Visit: Bainbridge Island Farms, also known as Suyematsu Farm is one of the oldest, largest, and continually operated farms in our county with over 100,000 pounds of produce grown each year. We’ve been going…

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