UD Farmers Market returns to Mentors' Circle on Thursdays

11:32 a.m., June 6, 2013--Kicking off its fourth annual season, the University of Delaware’s summer Farmers Market will launch its popular services on Thursday, June 13, at Mentors’ Circle.

The Farmers Market, to be held every Thursday through Sept. 12, offers a wide array of locally grown produce, baked goods, spices and more from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

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Along with items from more than 21 local area farms, the market includes a Chef’s Table where visitors can sample and take home unique summer recipes including a marinated cauliflower salad, a grilled portabella mushroom and edamame salad, and a grilled shrimp and roasted red pepper pizza. 

The Farmers Market also offers UDairy Creamery ice cream in a wide variety of flavors to complete its diverse menu.

In case of inclement weather, the Farmers Market will move its operations to Friday, also at Mentors’ Circle.

Acceptable payment methods include points, flex, and cash.

Article by Laura Hepp

Photo by Erica Fagan