Updates from the Griggstown Quail Farm

Griggstown Farm Market Newsletter September 2nd 2010

Timothy — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:03:26 +0000

The summer heat hasn’t stopped us yet. With fresh Ice cream and plenty of ice tea, we are managing to stay sane. As you are probably aware, there is big problem with eggs right now. I came across this interesting article about farm fresh eggs, click here. If you are interested in truly farm [...]

Griggstown Farm Market CSA Newsletter September 2nd 2010

Timothy — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:02:31 +0000

Last week we enjoyed a little rain. It was nice to get a break from the hot weather. It almost felt like the summer heat was slowing down as we move into september. But I seemed to speak too soon. The fall weather is not quite here yet. While sometimes it’s had to [...]

Celebration Corn-Tomato Soup

Timothy — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:59:14 +0000

This week’s recipe comes from farm and food activist and author Amy Cotler. A longtime advocate of seasonal cooking and local eating, she is the founding director of Berkshire Grown, which became an early model for local farm and food advocacy. She consults, teaches and lectures nationally on food and farm to table issues. Be sure [...]

Lunch Menu September 2nd, 3rd, and 4th 12:00pm-2:00pm

Timothy — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:58:14 +0000

Lunch Menu September 2nd, 3rd, and 4th 12:00pm-2:00pm Entrees: $5.00 Caprese Sandwich Jersey Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Basil, Reduced Balsamic Vinegar BBQ Chicken Sandwich Griggstown Chicken, with Homemade BBQ Sauce Turkey Burger Sliders Lettuce and BBQ Mayonnaise Grilled Pizza Cornmeal Crust, Blue Cheese, Red Wine Figs, Caramelized onions Sides: $2.00 Potato Salad with Bacon Black Bean salad with Corn, Peppers, and Cilantro Vinaigrette

Griggstown Farm Market August 25th 2010

Timothy — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:14:59 +0000

I’m very excited to write the letter this week for a couple reasons. The first reason is that I have something to write about besides the hot weather! This week it has been cool and damp on the farm. The rain has been a really nice break from the summer hot streak. Hopefully we will [...]

Lunch Menu August 26th, 27th & 28th 12:00pm-2:00pm

Timothy — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:14:24 +0000

Lunch Menu August 26th, 27th & 28th 12:00pm-2:00pm Entrees: $5.00 Portobello Mushroom Burger Jersey Tomatoes, Melted Mozzarella Cheese, & Sundried Tomato Mayo Chicken Sausage Sandwich Feta & Spinach Griggstown Chicken Sausage, Shaved Red Onion, & Fig and Balsamic Sauce Chicken Salad Sandwich Roasted Red Peppers & Basil Pesto Turkey Burger Sliders Lettuce & BBQ Mayonnaise Grilled Pizza Cornmeal Crust, Cilantro Pesto, Queso Fresco, & Tomatillo Salsa Sides: [...]

Recipe for Squishy Tomatoes

Timothy — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:13:46 +0000

Recipe for Squishy Tomatoes 4-5-6 over-ripe or bruised tomatoes 1 loaf thick-crusted bread (I used an Italian focaccio) cut into 1-2 inch squares olive oil fresh basil, about 1/2 cup chopped 1 small onion, chopped fine 1-2 cloves garlic, minced 1- 1 1/2 cup cheese–any kind (I used crumbled gruyere) In a 9×13 pan, sprinkle olive oil in bottom. Spread a layer of [...]

Griggstown Farm Market CSA Newletter August 25th 2010

Timothy — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:13:05 +0000

This week we were excited to see the rain. It was definitely a welcomed change. It’s been great for the plants to have a break from the heat. While other CSAs may not have the produce for their members, we here at Griggstown are happy to have a great harvest for you this week. And [...]

Griggstown Farm Market CSA Newsletter – August 19 & 20, 2010

Timothy — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:05:33 +0000

This week at the farm we have been busy planting for the fall season. We are looking to have plenty of Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Celery, Spinach, and Lettuce Mixes- Later in the Season! For now we are excited that the dry weather has kept the tomatoes safe from disease this season. One Member wrote me this week [...]

Griggstown Farm Market August 19th 2010

Timothy — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:12:20 +0000

It’s an absolutely beautiful week at the farm. The warm weather has been great for most of the summer crops. We have plenty of Tomatoes, Corn and Peaches here on the farm! The ice cream is also doing great! It’s in the store now, so when you come to the farm, make sure [...]