Kenmore Farmers Market

11/03/2026

We hope you're enjoying cozy season! If you find yourself with downtime and extra creative motivation, consider working on an entry for our poster contest. What's better than settling down in front of a cozy fire, teacup nearby, art materials ready to go?

Poster contest details:
Help spread the love for our community-based farmers markets by sharing your artistic talent.
WHO: Anyone within our service range - you must be able to pick up your prize in person at any of our markets. Youth may enter with guardian permission.
WHAT: High resolution square (12”x12” or similar) image of your original handmade artwork inspired by our area and our farmers markets. No generative AI. Image to be used as the main component of a 12"x18" poster. May include include the words "farmers markets" or “Northshore Farmers Markets”. May discreetly include signature of the artist.
Include one or more of the following images/inspirations:
* the Markets themselves
* clearly discernible regional landscape/landmarks
* fresh farm products, etc, available from Northshore Farmers Markets vendors.
WHEN: Submissions accepted now until January 31.
WHERE: Include name, address, phone number. Email [email protected] with a high quality image of your artwork, a quick bio about yourself, and paragraph about the piece.
WHY: See your artwork on our social media and displayed about town.
Win $150 in Market Bucks, a copy of the poster, and a market tote bag.
HOW: By submitting your work to Northshore Farmers Markets, you are giving them permission to display your work as part of their seasonal promotion, and to make adjustments as necessary for individual items of print or social media. All instances of use will include the artwork's original signature, or be credited in accompanying text.

We're excited to see your creativity and artistic talent!

10/17/2026

10/06/2026

Announcing the 2027 Poster Contest for Northshore Farmers Markets! Help spread the love for our community-based farmers markets by sharing your artistic talent.

WHO: Anyone within our service range - you must be able to pick up your prize in person at any of our markets. Youth may enter with guardian permission.
WHAT: High resolution square (12”x12” or similar) image of your original handmade artwork inspired by our area and our farmers markets. No generative AI. Image to be used as the main component of a 12"x18" poster. May include include the words "farmers markets" or “Northshore Farmers Markets”. May discreetly include signature of the artist.
Include one or more of the following images/inspirations:
* the Markets themselves
* clearly discernible regional landscape/landmarks
* fresh farm products, etc, available from Northshore Farmers Markets vendors.
WHEN: Submissions accepted now until January 31.
WHERE: Include name, address, phone number. Email [email protected] with a high quality image of your artwork, a quick bio about yourself, and paragraph about the piece.
WHY: See your artwork on our social media and displayed about town.
Win $150 in Market Bucks, a copy of the poster, and a market tote bag.
HOW: By submitting your work to Northshore Farmers Markets, you are giving them permission to display your work as part of their seasonal promotion, and to make adjustments as necessary for individual items of print or social media. All instances of use will include the artwork's original signature, or be credited in accompanying text.

We're excited to see your creativity and artistic talent!

09/26/2026

Is there anything more comforting than potatoes on a blustery fall day? From mashed to fried, potatoes (Solanum tuberosum) are satisfying, hearty and so delicious. Originally from the highlands of Peru and then gradually becoming an iconic European crop, potatoes are now the most important vegetable crop in the U.S., and are the fourth most important food crop in the world. Idaho and Washington State produce the most potatoes in the U.S.

Potatoes vary wildly in size and shape from classic Russets to playfully colored fingerlings. When cooking potatoes, it’s key to pick the type of potato that is best for whatever you are cooking. For example, waxy potatoes (like red potatoes) tend to hold their shape better, so are great for potato salads or for boiling. Baking potatoes are perfect for French fries.

Potatoes have gotten a bad rap in the last few decades for being high in carbs, but the truth is, the tubers are actually pretty good for you. They are high in lots of vital nutrients, including Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, potassium, manganese and folate. Potatoes also have a fair amount of fiber and even have good amounts of protein and iron. It is often their method of cooking that introduces unhealthy processes.
Potatoes can be baked, steamed, fried, pureed, mashed, stuffed, roasted, grilled, and boiled. They classically pair with dairy products (milk, butter, cheese) and pork (bacon!), and alliums (onions, garlic, chives). They are enhanced by stronger spices like mustard, cumin, and curry.

Recipe idea:
Everyone has a plethora of potato recipes - my family loves the classic traditional Spanish staple Tortilla de Patatas which is great for hearty vegetarian breakfast or lunch. Get your eggs from the farmers market for an extra local push!
https://spanishsabores.com/best-spanish-omelet-recipe/

09/19/2026

With a long history of cultivation in both the East and West, and a versatility that lends themselves well to fresh, cooked and fermented preparations, pears are just as practical as apples. Yet their distinctive, mellow sweetness and fresh, floral fragrance make for a more sophisticated and nuanced fruit.

Pears range in appearance, texture and taste, especially when considering the buttery-softness and sweetness of perfectly ripe pears with their under-ripe counterparts.

Pear trees have an annual harvest from late August to November, when the fruits are mature. Afterward, they can be kept in cold storage for months.

One medium-sized pear is is a good source of fiber, Vitamin C, and polyphenols (an antioxidant that can help lower blood pressure and may help lower the risk of some cancers).

What pairs with pears? The answer seems to be endless. Fresh pears can be enjoyed on their own as is. The refreshing sweetness of the fruit adds complexity to savory foods well, like a charcuterie or cheese board. Like apples, pears are classic and well loved cooked in baked goods like pies and tarts.

Recipe Idea:
Galettes are a wonderful shortcut alternative to homemade pie. This juicy, jammy ginger pear galette from Sally’s Baking Addiction combines slices of pear and bits of crystallized ginger with a super flaky, golden brown all-butter pie crust. Assembling it couldn’t be easier, and there’s no need to wait hours for it to cool before slicing. Vanilla ice cream always adds a lovely finishing touch on this warm dessert.

https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/pear-galette/

09/19/2026

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) is, quite literally, the mother of all Brassicas. Types common in Western (European) cuisine are the green, red and Savoy (with beautiful wrinkly leaves) varieties found in coleslaw and Irish classics, while so-called “Chinese” cabbage usually refers to either Napa cabbage or bok (pak) choy popular in kimchi and other Eastern global cuisine.

Cabbage is really good for you. In general it is loaded with Vitamin C, Vitamin K and fiber, and is a good source of folate, potassium and even calcium. Red cabbage is extra good for you - it’s loaded Vitamin A, even more Vitamin C, and antioxidants.

Cabbage can be eaten raw, braised, steamed, boiled, pan-friend, and roasted, but do not overcook (which produces its famous stinky smell).

Cabbage pairs well with a number of flavor profiles and can stand up to bold spices like chiles, cumin, garlic, and more.

Both kimchi and sauerkraut are excellent ways to preserve fresh cabbage long term (weeks to months), but fresh cabbage can also be frozen.

Recipe Idea:
Try cabbage in this easy, versatile take on a cabbage roll prepared in a skillet and served in a bowl - skip the fiddly individual wrapping element! Let your spice flag fly and add your favorite seasonings - it’s a forgiving, great recipe for subbing in what you’ve already got.

https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a43221745/best-cabbage-roll-skillet-recipe/

09/02/2026

Corn, or maize, is technically a grass. Native to the Americas with cultivation likely dating back to 5500 BC, this important food staple has been and continues to be used in many ways.

Very little corn grown is the sweet corn variety we eat as a vegetable. Most commercial production is of field corn (animal feed and ethanol), flour corn (cornmeal), or flint corn (multi-colored traditional maize).

Sweet corn is only available in the golden blush of full summer into early fall. The fresher it is, the sweeter and less starchy it tastes.

Fresh corn is a good source of Vitamin B6, thiamin, niacin, magnesium, iron and a number of other important minerals. Corn is also low in fat and high in dietary fiber and protein, and provides all of the amino acids that humans need except lysine.

Corn is amazingly versatile in the kitchen. The ears can be grilled, boiled, steamed or roasted; the kernels can be creamed, made into pancakes, turned into relish, added to salsa and even churned into ice cream.

Recipe Idea:
We know corn pairs classically in side dishes to a savory entree, and is sweet enough to stand on its own in baked goods and desserts. But how about breakfast? Try these Sweet Corn Pancakes from Smitten Kitchen to bring summer to the table first thing in the morning. What a delicious way to add a little heft and nutritious boost to your breakfast plate!

https://smittenkitchen.com/2010/08/sweet-corn-pancakes/

08/30/2026

We couldn't do it without you 🫶

At the close of our season, we want to give a big thank you to our 2026 sponsors:
Gotcha Covered - Bothell Kenmore
School of Rock Woodinville
EvergreenHealth

And special partnership with the City of Kenmore.

These groups continue to show their commitment to community, to small businesses, to our neighbors, friends, and family. Thank you for helping make the Kenmore Farmers Market possible! We had a fantastic season because of the hard work and investment of so many great people!