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!
Holiday Shopping at the Farmers’ Market
Wreath by Tulipwood at Lunenburg Farmers' Market. With the holidays upon us, local farmers' markets across the province are preparing for the shopping season. Nova Scotia is home to 50 farmers' markets and over 1500 vendors, many of which focus on handmade craft....
Thanksgiving Dinner: A Primer
October is one of the most abundant times of year at your neighbourhood farmers' market. It's a wonderful time to cook for friends and family and come together around a shared table. With Thanksgiving less than a week away, what better time to share a round up of some...
What’s in Season During the Fall in Nova Scotia?
Fall might just be our favourite time of year for farmers' market shopping. There's nothing cozier than throwing on a sweater, and heading to the market to gather and pick up your groceries to nourish you and your family. The cooler weather makes it easy to stay home...
9 Reasons to Visit a Farmers’ Market
1. There are over 50 of them! Did you know Nova Scotia has the most farmers’ markets per capita in Canada? There are many reasons why farmers’ markets are valued and plentiful here in this small province. Wherever you are, there’s sure to be a market near you. 2. Nova...
Farmers’ Markets in the News
It's high season for Nova Scotia's farmers' markets, and many of our members have been getting some much-deserved media attention as of late. Here is a round-up of some of the exciting stories emerging this month! Farmers’ markets playing important role for...
10 Summer Cocktails with Fresh Fruit
Farmers' market produce isn't just for eating, it's for drinking too! The ripest and freshest fruit from the market is begging to be added to delicious cocktails to help you cool off all summer long. Here are our favourite summer cocktails to help you fully enjoy the...