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A Very Ohio Summer: CSA Recipes, Week 6 (2009)

Although the Little Finger and Parmex Carrots in this dish are "incredibly cute", according to chef Mandy Stuart, the real star of this dish is fennel. A vegetable and herb frequently used in Italian cooking, fennel boasts a flavor that is a little lighter than licorice. This week, Wayward Seed Farm dropped off some fennel that made Woody (our Produce Guy) do a little jig. Uses for fennel are diverse. Nonetheless, many people get "writer's block" in the kitchen when presented with this delicate vegetable that becomes fresh and sweet when cooked.

Look below for three uses for fennel, as well as information on the wines we're serving tonight for our weekly A Very Ohio Summer gathering on The Veranda.

If fennel's not your thing, stop by anyway. Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream will be handing out free samples of their seasonal flavors on The Veranda from 6.30 to 8.30 p.m.

Meet Our People: Brandon Seitz

Meet Our People

It's the people at The Hills Market that make us like no other market. This feature of our e-mail will help introduce you to some of our key associates, from the Professional Foodies making and serving your foods in the back of the store to the excellent team of Customer Specialists in the front of the store working hard to bring in special items and to make sure you are out the door when you're ready to leave.

Meet Brandon Seitz. Brandon has worked in every department of the store (except for the Floral Shoppe and Produce) since he started here in September of 2001. Having spent personal time learning about wine, as well as earning a dual degree of Food Business Management and Marketing at The Ohio State University, Brandon's interest in the world of food and wine have truly been an asset to our team. These days, Brandon assists customers in our newest department: our State Liquor Agency.

A Very Ohio Summer: CSA Recipes, Week 5 (2009)

Beets, Broccoli and Dill. These are the first flavors of July, from our friends at Wayward Seed Farm. Although beets are special simply roasted, Mandy's found a few more ways to use them, with a little help from Bon Appetit.

Our Ohio vendor for the evening is Blue Jacket Dairy. Stop by tonight, try samples and have a glass of wine on The Veranda. (Or Canadian beer!)

The wines? Look below:

A Very Ohio Summer: CSA Recipes, Week 4 (2009)

It's time for beets, arguably the world's most misunderstood vegetable. We're going to risk letting out the secret: beets are delicious. Our friends and Wayward Seed Farm know that, and as a result, we found a lovely bunch in this week's share. Two of our three recipes this week feature beets; we hope you'll try them. Chances are, you'll fall in love.

Look below for our featured Ohio producer, featured wines and Mandy's recipes. Ohio ingredients are marked with green type.

Today's Ohio Producer:

A Very Ohio Summer: CSA Recipes, Week 3 (2009)

"Eat your leafy greens," our doctors, media, books and parents tell us. There was no shortage of leafy greens in this week's share from Wayward Seed Farm. We got lots of Swiss Chard, Napa Cabbage, Bronze Arrow Lettuce (an heirloom lettuce that won lots of awards in the 1950's) and Crispino Iceburg in our share. As a result, we're "going green" with this week's recipes. Mandy made sure that not only are these recipes good for you, but they're tasty, too.

Look below for our featured Ohio producer, featured wines and Mandy's recipes. Ohio ingredients are marked with green type.

Food Tastes Better Outside: The Grill on The Veranda.

We think that food tastes better outside, specifically during the warm weather months. This summer, rain or shine, you can grab lunch from The Grill on The Veranda, Tuesdays through Fridays from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. If you're not feeling up for something from The Grill, you're always welcome to bring anything from inside the store - from our Salad Bar to our Bakery - outside.

Our Food Tastes Better Outside Menu

Canada Day Poutine | July 1 | 6.30 p.m. | $15 | R.S.V.P.

Join us on Canada Day for three courses of deliciousness, featuring Blue Jacket Dairy and the beloved dish from Quebec: Poutine. Fresh-cut french fries, fresh cheese curds and gravy come together in this dish adored by our neighbors to the north. Served with a salad topped with Blue Jacket Dairy's Dill Cheese Curds and a dessert of Lemon Quark and berries, this meal allows us to celebrate two things: Canada Day and a great local dairy. The meal is $15 per person and wine and Canadian beers will be available ala carte.

This event requires reservations; make yours today at 614.846.3220.

New at The Hills Market: Avitae Energy Water (Coupon!)

 

Big things are coming out of Dublin, and we're happy to be a part of them. Avitae Energy Water is simply purified water and natural caffeine derived from coffee beans. It's an energy drink that actually gives you hyrdration, instead of just a bunch of chemicals, syrups, and calories. Stop in and use the above coupon. And then tell us what you think; we think you'll love it!

A Very Ohio Summer: CSA Recipes, Week 2 (2009)

Tot Soi, Pac Choi and Flashy Troutback, oh my! This week's share from Wayward Seed Farm includes several unique greens that we've never encountered before. (While not every share is the same, we're sure that you'll get something as equally interesting and delicious.)  Mandy did her research and tried came up with these fantastic recipes.

Look below for our featured Ohio producer, featured wines and Mandy's recipes. Ohio ingredients are marked with green type.

Kris' Picks: Beer Tasting | June 9 | 5.30 - 7.30 p.m. | $10 (IPA's & Pale Ales)

Our favorite Beer Chick (who happens to be one of the top 35 Women Beer Raters in the World), Kristine, will be presenting a selection of her favorite seasonal beers all summer long. Join us on The Veranda on June 9 for six pours, witty banter and a grand old time as you explore the world of beer with Kristine. No reservations required.

Future Tastings:

July 14

August 11

September 8

October 13