Spring is upon us which gives us all another opportunity to sit down with friends and family to enjoy delicious, locally grown, harvested, and sourced foods! Whether you are celebrating Passover, Easter, or just looking to have a picnic in the park – we have the local proteins and produce you need to make your meal more Maryland!
Passover, or Pesach in Hebrew, is a major Jewish holiday that commemorates the Israelites’ liberation from slavery in ancient Egypt, celebrated with a week-long festival including a traditional meal called a Seder, the removal of leavened products, and the retelling of the Exodus story. This year, Passover is from April 12th through April 20th.
When preparing for your Sedar or any meals during this time, consider using the following local products:
Fish such as white perch or black sea bass which can be found at Whole Foods, Wegman’s, Giant or your local seafood stores! Make sure you ask if it’s from Maryland!
Check out this Mixed Fish Passover Casserole provided by Denise’s Kitchen!
Easter is on Sunday April 20 and there is plenty of locally raised pork for you to enjoy your Sunday ham! Consider shopping at a year-round farmers market, buying direct from farms, or asking your grocery store what Maryland products they offer. Use our links below to find:
Ham
- Ferguson Family Farm, Parkton, MD
- Lagenfelder,
- Farm at the Pines, Keymar, MD
- North Acres Farm, Parkton, MD
- Breezy Willow Farm, Friendship, MD
- Copper Penny Farm, Adamstown MD
- Evermore Farm, Westminster MD
- Waltz family Farm, Smithsburg MD
- Andy’s Eggs and Poultry, Fallston, MD
- Good Hope Framstead, Woodsboro, MD
- Fulton Farm to Table, Parkton, MD
Making a ham and need ideas for the leftovers? Try this Ham and Bean Soup for a cup of comfort. Recipe courtesy of The Farm at the Pines.
Are you dreaming of warmer weather and ready to stuff the picnic basket? We are too and we have just the items to make it even tastier! From jams and cheeses to cured meats, fruits, and fish dip spread, visit a farm store that offers everything you need in one place. After clicking the link, you can also sort by county to make sure it’s close to you! Pack your picnic baskets, snap a photo and tag @msbestag (Facebook) or @mdsbest (Instagram) and show us your creation!
Farm Stores
Cheeses
Pick Your Own (strawberries should start in May!)
Seafood Markets
Check out one of our favorite fresh salads featuring strawberries and spinach that can jazz up your next day at the park!
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