The Basket Blog
A hub of inspiration for farmers’ market lovers and shoppers. Here you’ll find tons of recipes featuring local ingredients, as well as seasonal food guides, DIY ideas, local gift guides, tips and more!
Farmers’ Markets of NS on CBC Program “Land & Sea”
"There was once a time, and it wasn't that long ago, when everybody knew where their food came from."-Justin Cantafio, Executive Director of Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia Did you catch Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia's Executive Director Justin Cantafio on the CBC...
6 Farmers’ Market Knitting Patterns for Easter
Easter is such a fun time to knit up something wooly for a table decoration or Easter basket. Farmers’ markets are home to local yarn producers, dyers and suppliers selling beautiful yarns for your knitting projects - seek out some yarn and whip up one of these...
Natural Egg Dying Recipe
Did you know you can use foods such as purple cabbage, onion skins, beets and turmeric to dye Easter eggs naturally? Get different results by using a mix of white and brown eggs, or by using elastic bands to create different designs. Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs by...
Rainbow Carrot Cake & Candied Carrots
We are very aware that everyone has strong opinions when it comes to carrot cake. Whether it's about the addition of nuts, raisins, or pineapple, or the spice combination that make your family recipe special, we know that everyone has a favourite version of this...
Our Director Shares His Favourite Farmers’ Market Brews
Nova Scotia is home to a whole lot of goodness, and when it comes to local food and drink, we punch well above our weight class. Packed inside this beautiful province are more farmers’ markets per capita than anywhere else in Canada. You know what else we have the...
Napa Cabbage Caesar Salad with Croutons & Bacon
This quick lunch or dinner idea is a staple in the homes of our staff. The dressing comes together so quickly with ingredients you likely already have. We love the crunchy, crispness of the cabbage paired with the creamy dressing, toasty croutons and salty bacon. This...