Harvest:Week 33

Week of November 29th, 2010 This photo represents a small share During our CSA season we distribute two extra weeks of produce in case unforeseen issues arise and the season ends earlier.   Last week’s sub zero temperatures destroyed all of the greens out on the field and in the hoop house. Hence, we are forced to end  one week earlier. Growing crops is a precarious business with many challenges.  This year has been exceptionally difficult;  a  cold spring,... Read More

Harvest:Week 32

Week of November 22, 2010 This photo represents a large share Cabbage Carrots Komatsuna or Tokyo Bekana Ho Mi Z Garlic Potatoes Winter Squash Herb Bouquet Catnip Lemon Balm Rosemary We wish all of our members a happy Thanksgiving holiday. New Members joining for season 2011, simply click on Join us page http://www.purplerainvineyard.com/signup.php and complete the registration page. Select deposit payment option. Once the deposit has been received, a confirmation... Read More

Harvest:Week 31

Week of November 15, 2010 This photo represents a medium share Bok Choy Garlic Green Mix or Pizzo Romanesca Cauliflower Spigariello Liscia Swiss Chard Herb Bouquet: Apple Mint Rosemary Winter Savory New Members joining for season 2011, simply click on Join us page http://www.purplerainvineyard.com/signup.php and complete the registration page. Select deposit payment option. Once the deposit has been received, a confirmation email is send with the link to complete your... Read More

Harvest:Week 30

Week of November 8, 2010 This photo represents a small share Broccoli or Peppers Carrots Collard Cress Garlic Green Cabbage Green Mix Lettuce and Escarole Herb Bouquet Chives Parsley Summer Savory New Members joining for season 2011, simply click on Join us page http://www.purplerainvineyard.com/signup.php and complete the registration page.  Select deposit payment option. Once the deposit has been received, a confirmation email is send with the link to complete your registration. Returning... Read More

Harvest:Week 29

Week of November 1, 2010 This photo represents a large share Beets or Beet Greens Celeriac Bok Choy Garlic Kale Pizzo Peppers (sweet) Potatoes Celeriac: Celeriac (celery root)  has a mild flavor reminiscent of celery and parsley.   Often, it is roasted with other root vegetables or braised.  But if you are looking to try a new method of preparing celeriac, try it mashed with potatoes.  Here is a simple recipe. Recipe: Celeriac Mash Ingredients: 3 cups 1/2-inch dice peeled... Read More

Harvest:Week 28

Week of October 25th, 2010 This photo represents a medium share Broccoli Carrots Ho Mi Z ( Mustard Green) Garlic Green Cabbage Lettuce Peppers (Sweet) Red Giant (Mustard Green) Rutabaga Here we are at the end of October and peppers have finally arrived.  Although too late to change to  their final colors, the peppers this week are crisp and sweet. Tendersweet Cabbage: This fresh eating cabbage is delicious raw.  Below is one of many coleslaw recipes one can find on the... Read More

Harvest:Week 27

Week of October 18th, 2010 This photo represents a small share Beets Broccoli Cabbage Carrots Corn Eggplant Broccoli Raab or HoMiz (Mustard Green) Turnips Herb bouquet for this week: Catnip Lemon Balm Spearmint Season 2010 ends on the week of December 6th. Season 2011 begins April 18th Returning Members : Click on Join us page on our website,http://www.purplerainvineyard.com/signup.php and enter your login information in the Return Member box.   Select deposit payment... Read More

Harvest:Week 26

Week of October 10th, 2010 This photo represents a large share. Beets or Beet Greens Bok Choy Broccoli Raab Cabbage (Napa) Carrots Endive Fennel Bulb Parsnips Herb Bouquet Parsley Cilantro Orange Mint Season 2010 ends on the week of December 6th. Season 2011 begins April 18th Returning Members : Click on Join us page on our website,http://www.purplerainvineyard.com/signup.php and enter your login information in the Return Member box.   Select deposit payment option. Once... Read More

Harvest:Week 25

Week of October 4, 2010 This photo represents a medium share Bok Choy Cabbage (Napa) Carrots Garnet Giant (Mustard Green) lettuce Spinach Toyko Bekana (Asian Green) Zucchini Herb Bouquet Basil Dill Spearmint The gift of health to oneself and our children, in my opinion, should be a daily priority.  As governments approve more unhealthy foods to be marketed unlabeled, we as consumers cannot take the inactive approach. It is faulty to assume that if something is on the shelf,... Read More

Harvest:Week 24

Week of September 27, 2010 This photo represents a small share Arugula Carrots Garlic Kohlrabi Lettuce Potatoes Spinach Eggplant or Napa Cabbage Potatoes:   German Butterball is an heirloom variety known as a “butterless” potato.  They  possess a  deep yellow flesh and flaky texture making a great potato for mashing. Herb Share: Apple Mint Lemon Balm Parsley Season 2010 ends on the week of December 6th. Season 2011 begins April 18th, 2011. To Join us, follow the... Read More