In honor of Saturdays and Farmers Markets, today’s giveaway is for three of my favorite reusable bags. I love these sacks from b.b.begonia because they roll up into tiny bundles with the included snap. I keep one in my purse at all times for trips to every kind of store. When the bag gets dirty, I throw it in the wash. Made of lightweight polyester, it dries in a flash on the clothesline. Lest the [...]

Continuing in the 2011 farmer’s market tour series, two weeks ago I visited the Market at 15th and High. It is held on OSU campus in front of the Wexner Center, 1871 North High Street, on Thursdays from 3:30 – 6:30. This small market brings fresh produce to Ohio State students and employees, and anyone else who wants to know the hands that feed them. The location is easily accessible by the Olentangy bike trail [...]

The newest farmer’s market in central Ohio belongs to one of the newest suburbs, New Albany. It is scheduled to run every Thursday from 4-7 pm now through September 8 in Market Street Square, 200 Market Street 43054. Lil and I visited on the second week. We found rows of tents arranged around a lovely plaza in front of a Columbus library branch. Ample free parking is available along the streets and in a lot [...]

Yesterday Lil and I went to the grand opening of the Easton Farmer’s Market. It is located in the parking lot behind Fado’s on the south east side of Easton. An impressive 50+ vendors will line the spacious lot from 3-7 pm every Thursday. Here are five things we enjoyed today: 1) Space: For the farmer’s sake, I do hope there will be crowds eventually, but as a consumer I love being able to easily [...]

It’s time for another Friday Five! Here are five handpicked events that are sure to feed your soul in chronological order: 1. Field & Screen at the Wexner Center for the Arts – From February 4 – 24, the Wexner Center is featuring films about food and the environment. On the 24th, they will host a market and CSA preview with Wayward Seed farm and friends. Check the link for showtimes and prices. 2. Pecha [...]

After profiling Columbus Winter Farmer’s Market last year, I returned last weekend for the opening of their 2010-2011 season in a new location, the Clintonville Women’s Club at 3951 N High Street. With the change of venue comes a large uncrowded parking lot, a beautiful stage with sound system for musicians, and larger hospitality area where visitors can sit and enjoy their purchases.  The market will be open this Saturday, November 13 from 10 am [...]

The farmer’s market season is gearing up!  Get out there and eat some delicious local foods! Hounds in the Kitchen Events Kids Cook requires pre-registration for a five week session beginning May 6.  Currently the class is full but you may fill out the Registration Form for your 3 – 6 year old to be put on the wait list. OpenHeartART Open House – May 8 from 3 – 8 pm, 270 W Lakeview 43202.  [...]