At Local Roots October 31-November 5

It's Halloween today, which means November is... tomorrow! Now that's scary!

That also means that it's time to start thinking about holiday orders. I'll have my holiday specials brochures available at Local Roots and Wooster Natural Foods this week, listing some of the tasty treats you can order for your Thanksgiving feast. (And save the brochure -- same applies for Christmas!)

Meanwhile, here's what you'll find on my shelves at Local Roots Market this week:

--Apple strudel bread
--Artisan wheat bread
--Cheese crackers (cheddar and pepper jack)
--Cheese-herb artisan bread: cheddar-dill, feta-oregano, gouda-sage, Miami-parsley
--Cinnamon-pecan bread
--Cinnamon pita chips
--Cornmeal bread
--Garlic-herb bread
--Garlic pesto flatbread
--Honey spelt oat bread
--Maple oatmeal bread
--Pain aux noix
--Pizza crusts
--Pumpernickel bread
--Rosemary cider bread
--Sandwich buns
--Savory apple flatbread
--Sesame thins
--Spelt bread
--Tea rings and pecan rings
--Whole wheat pita
--Whole wheat sandwich bread
--Zaatar flatbread

In the bakery case, you'll find:

--Cheddar-dill rolls with dill cheddar curds from Blue Jacket Dairy

--Pear-ginger bread, a moist quick bread with pears from Twin Parks Farm, candied ginger, pecans, whole wheat flour from Stutzman Farms, and the new spiced pear syrup from Simple Products

--Cherry almond biscotti (planned) -- with dried cherries from Moreland Fruit Farms, whole wheat flour from Stutzman Farms, and a glaze from the new wild black cherry-almond syrup from Simple Products

Stop by Local Roots and enjoy what's in season!

At Local Roots October 24-29

Here's what you'll find on my shelves at Local Roots Market this week:

--Apple strudel bread
--Artisan wheat bread
--Cheese crackers (cheddar and pepper jack)
--Cheese-herb artisan bread: cheddar-dill, feta-oregano, gouda-sage, Miami-parsley
--Cinnamon-pecan bread
--Cinnamon pita chips
--Cornmeal bread
--Garlic-herb bread
--Garlic pesto flatbread
--Honey spelt oat bread
--Maple oatmeal bread
--Pain aux noix
--Pizza crusts
--Pumpernickel bread
--Rosemary cider bread
--Sandwich buns
--Savory apple flatbread
--Sesame thins
--Spelt bread
--Tea rings and pecan rings
--Whole wheat pita
--Whole wheat sandwich bread
--Zaatar flatbread

In the bakery case, I'll have Swiss cheese rolls with Heritage Grass Farms Swiss -- and later in the week, look for almond croissants!

At Local Roots October 17-22

Guess what's new? No, it's not a baked mummy, it's my new apple strudel bread, with a vegan spelt dough (enriched with maple syrup and sunflower oil) and a heavenly-spiced apple filling simmered with local cider and hickory syrup. Look for it at the market!

Here's what else you'll find on my shelves at Local Roots Market this week:

--Apple strudel bread
--Artisan wheat bread
--Basil pesto flatbread
--Cheese crackers (cheddar and pepper jack)
--Cheese-herb artisan bread: cheddar-dill, feta-oregano, gouda-sage, Miami-parsley
--Cinnamon-pecan bread
--Cinnamon pita chips
--Cornmeal bread
--Garlic-herb bread
--Garlic pesto flatbread
--Honey spelt oat bread
--Maple oatmeal bread
--Pain aux noix
--Pizza crusts
--Pumpernickel bread
--Rosemary cider bread
--Sandwich buns
--Savory apple flatbread
--Sesame thins
--Spelt bread
--Tea rings and pecan rings
--Whole wheat pita
--Whole wheat sandwich bread
--Zaatar flatbread

In the bakery case, you'll find cheddar-dill rolls with Blue Jacket Dairy dill cheddar curds to start the week -- not sure what will end up there later in the week, as I'm still pondering ideas.

Enjoy the fall!

At Local Roots October 10-15

The vibrant colors of the fallen leaves I see outside my window remind me that it's time to enjoy the cooler weather of fall (well, once this current warm spell passes) -- along with hearty breads. And of course, you can find plenty of those at Local Roots!

Here's what you'll find on my shelves at Local Roots Market this week:

--Artisan wheat bread
--Basil pesto flatbread
--Cheese crackers (cheddar)
--Cheese-herb artisan bread: cheddar-basil, cheddar-dill, feta-oregano, gouda-sage, Miami-parsley
--Cinnamon-pecan bread
--NEW! Cornmeal bread
--Garlic-herb bread
--Garlic pesto flatbread
--Honey spelt oat bread
--Maple oatmeal bread
--Pain aux noix
--Pizza crusts
--Pumpernickel bread
--Rosemary cider bread
--Sandwich buns
--Savory apple flatbread
--Sesame thins
--Spelt bread
--Tea rings and pecan rings
--Whole wheat pita
--Whole wheat sandwich bread
--Zaatar flatbread

In the bakery case, you'll find these treats:

--Cherry blue cheese rolls, with dried cherries from Moreland Fruit Farms, Headwaters Tomme blue cheese from Kokoborrego Cheese Company (NEW Producer!), and pecans

--Pain d'epices or French spice bread -- a not-too-sweet, not-too-rich tea time bread made with whole wheat flour from Stutzman Farms, buckwheat honey from Wild Flower Lane, butter and milk from Hartzler Family Dairy, and a touch of dried bronze fennel from Karen's Garden Delights

--Applesauce cake, with homemade applesauce from Moreland Fruit Farm apples, whole wheat flour from Stutzman Farms, fresh apples, and a drizzle of goat milk cinnamon caramel from Sugar Nanny -- this is my nephew's favorite cake!

--Rhubarb-hickory bread, with rhubarb from a friend's garden, hickory nuts from The Shepherd's Market, hickory syrup from Simple Products, and whole wheat flour from Stutzman Farms

Stop in and enjoy something new!

Fall/Winter Herbal Tisane Blends Available

Now that the weather is definitely turning more fall-like, it's time to rotate out the stock of summer herbal tisane blends at Local Roots and to bring in the heartier autumn and winter blends. This year, I'll have three favorites from last year along with a new blend:

Blonde Highlights: Chamomile has long been used topically to add a glow to blonde hair, but taken as a tisane, it makes a relaxing evening brew. Paired here with homegrown spearmint and anise hyssop, the sparkle of chamomile takes on a richer hue and flavor as it eases you into rest.

Harvest Gold: As autumn casts its golden light over fields and meadows, summer flavors develop new depth. Lemon verbena from Karen's Garden Delights and homegrown lemon balm carry the summer sunshine, tempered with homegrown calendula and the crisp piny scent of rosemary and thyme from Karen's Garden Delights. This stimulating blend also helps ease congestion and coughing in the winter cold.

Mountain Meadow: It's amazing what wonderful healers can be found among the wildflowers and weeds of our wild areas. Foraged herbs like raspberry leaf, stinging nettle, red clover, and yarrow nourish the body, and homegrown delights like peppermint and rose petals refresh the spirit. Combined, they comfort the stomach and lighten the heart in a fragrant drink that will bring a touch of summer to even the coldest day.

Peppermint Twist: The bright peppermint flavor brightens the holidays but also adds comfort on a cold winter day. In this blend, homegrown peppermint and chocolate mint combine for a delicious twist. (And if you feel very decadent, try half a cup of this mixed with half a cup of eggnog for a new holiday delight!)

Please note that while none of the herbs used here are certified organic, they are all grown naturally with no chemicals or sprays, and wildcrafted herbs have been harvested carefully from unsprayed areas to preserve the balance of their immediate ecosystem.

Look for these delicious brews at Local Roots starting later today!

At Local Roots October 3-8

Do rainy days and Mondays always get you down? I bet a trip to Local Roots would make you feel a little better -- all that great local food, plus I hear there will be a delicious cauliflower-potato-cheese soup in the cafe for lunch!

Here's what you'll find on my shelves at Local Roots Market this week:

--Artisan wheat bread
--Basil pesto flatbread
--Cheese crackers (pepper jack)
--Cheese-herb artisan bread: cheddar-dill, feta-oregano, gouda-sage, Miami-parsley, maybe others
--Cinnamon-pecan bread
--Garlic-herb bread
--Garlic pesto flatbread
--Honey spelt oat bread
--Light rye bread
--Maple oatmeal bread
--Pain aux noix
--Pizza crusts
--Pumpernickel bread
--Rosemary cider bread
--Sandwich buns
--Savory apple flatbread
--Sesame thins
--Spelt bread
--Tea rings and pecan rings
--Whole wheat pita
--Whole wheat sandwich bread
--Zaatar flatbread

In the bakery case, you'll find three treats:

--The cheese rolls for the week will yet again have a melty core of Heritage Grass Farm Swiss cheese -- just the perfect side for a bowl of soup from the Local Roots Cafe!

--I'm planning to make a chard-cheddar veg roll with homegrown chard, Boii Gardens green onion, and Meadow Maid cheddar. Makes a quick and easy lunch, whether at the market or tucked into your lunch pail later in the week!

--The sweet treat is yet to be designated, but I'm feeling an urge to make something with apples, so stay tuned!

Sale! The summer herbal tisane blends that remain on the shelf are now on sale (20% off!) to make room for the fall/winter blends. (And I hope to have those out later this week.) Pick up some Dragon Tamer, Lavender Lemonade, or Lemon Mellow for a last taste of summer!