Category: Produce
The Thrill of the Florida Grill – Grilled and Chilled Watermelon with Feta and Mint
| May 23, 2013 | Posted by Melissa under Cooking, Healthy Eating, Produce, Recipes |
Chef Justin came up with this creative twist on fresh Florida watermelon by grilling it to bring out the sugars and chilling it for a refreshing treat in this recipe for Grilled and Chilled Florida Watermelon with Feta and Mint. Who knew that grilled watermelon would be so delicious?! Ingredients • 1 small watermelon (about 6… continue reading
The Thrill of the Florida Grill – Char-Grilled Vegetables with Feta
| May 13, 2013 | Posted by Melissa under Cooking, Healthy Eating, Produce, Recipes |
It’s not only meats that do well on the grill. Vegetables are so yummy when they are grilled, and this recipe for Char-Grilled Vegetables with Feta brings out the sunshine. It’s a great way to showcase light, healthy vegetables with the creamy, briny induldgence of feta cheese. And that touch of basil at the end… continue reading
The Thrill of the Florida Grill – Grilled Florida Peach Salad with Candied Pecans
| May 8, 2013 | Posted by Melissa under Cooking, Produce, Recipes |
Since Memorial Day is the gateway to summer and it falls in the month of May, we thought that it would be fun to spotlight some great ways to grill Florida foods. We’re kicking it off with this delectable Grilled Florida Peach Salad with Candied Pecans. Grilling the peaches caramelizes them, bringing out even more… continue reading
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Fresco de la Florida Foods!
| May 3, 2013 | Posted by Melissa under Cooking, Healthy Eating, Produce, Recipes, Uncategorized |
As the fifth of May approaches, I’ve talked with people who are making their plans to celebrate with their favorite Mexican foods and drinks. It got me thinking about the great recipes we have on our Florida Chef website that have a fiesta flair. If you prefer to stay home on the holiday that commemorates… continue reading
Florida Blueberry Festival Celebrates Yummy Fruit
| May 1, 2013 | Posted by Melissa under Events, Produce, Recipes, Uncategorized |
The Florida Blueberry Festival is this weekend in the Central Florida community of Brooksville. The festival will be Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5, and it celebrates the delicious blueberry. In it’s second year, the festival promises to be fun and flavorful. There are more than 150 vendors, plus live entertainment and activities, and… continue reading
Florida Corn, Tomato and Avocado Salsa Brings Fresh Flavor
| April 29, 2013 | Posted by Melissa under Cooking, Healthy Eating, Produce, Recipes |
As promised in last week’s post about the Sweet Corn Fiesta, we wanted to share this delicious, fresh salsa recipe. It combines Florida corn, tomatoes, avocados, bell peppers, onions, and a few other tasty ingredients. It’s fast and easy, and is a great way to use market fresh produce. Ingredients • 4 ears corn, roasted and… continue reading
What’s in Stores
| April 26, 2013 | Posted by Melissa under Healthy Eating, In Stores, Produce |
Check out the latest Fresh From Florida items on ad in grocery stores around the state. Albertsons • Cabbage – $0.49/lb • Corn (yellow) – $0.25/ear (up to six ears) • Lettuce Varieties – $1.29/bunch; $1.29/head • Potatoes – $0.25/each (up to six potatoes) • Yellow Squash – $1.29/lb • Zucchini – $1.29/lb Harveys •… continue reading
