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Vegetable Scene: Farmers' Markets and More

By Mark Etinger

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Published: 28Jan2012
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According to the New York Times, American's are eating less meat than ever before. This is good news for the nations many cows, pigs, chickens and ducks. It is bad news for the American meat packing industry, but they have been in hog heaven for too long. The decline of carnivorism coincides with a rise in flexatrianism, vegetarianism, and locavorianism. These new eating habits are leading to many great food events that focus on healthy eating, local food, and produce. These free events are a great showcase of the wonderful produce the state has to offer. Many people think of A big, urban city when they think of New York State. Although the city is great, The countyside grows some of the world's best apples, pumpkins, broccoli, asparagus, chard, carrots, and eggplants. Dig in!

One of my favorite food events is the Jackson Heights Farmers' Market. This market is a veritable who's who of tasty vegetables. It also features cooking demonstrations, education, and music. Plus it's a great way to get to know your neighbors and local farmers. These farm fresh food products are some of the best the state has to offer. Recent changes in the scheduling mean that the market is now open all year round! See change of seasons is reflected in the produce selection in this incredible food event. The green market is a general hub for activity and family fun all year round. It is a music event, food event, and rollicking good time rolled into one. All the money spent goes to local farmers and helps the local economy.

Chelsea Market is also a great place to hunt down tasty eats. Their focus is broader and they include baked goods, coffee, deserts, meat, fish, and restaurants. That said, it is also a bit more expensive than the Jackson Heights market. They also host a number of upcoming events for food, theater, dance and music.

Shifting back to Queens, if you want something more refined you can attend the Evening of Fine Foods. This Queens event is at Terrace on the Park, a large and elegant Queens event space. This event is equal parts food tasting, networking, and education. It takes place February 7th so if you want to get tickets you should buy them soon! Queens has some of the most diverse food in the borough and that is well reflected in the food in Queens and events in Queens.

Queens Council on the Arts is your source for NYC music events and various events in Queens that celebrate the arts in all its forms.

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