Acorn Farm
Summer Salads
Summer brings a bonanza of fresh vegetables, and so little time to enjoy them all! But with a knife in hand and cutting board at the ready, you'll be ready to tackle the summer's harvest.

IN THIS ISSUE, we're slicing and dicing a few new summer salads! With fresh herbs and garden produce taking on the starring role, the season's table becomes vibrant with flavor. You'll want to try each of this issue's featured salads: Grilled Potato Salad with Bacon, Cauliflower Salad with Yogurt & Chickpeas, and Tomato & Pickled Green Bean Salad with Whipped Feta. All deliciously satisfying!
Fresh and Fabulous
Welcome
Classes and Events
Red Bag BE READY - THE NEXT RED BAG DAY
It was fun watching all those RED BAGS come down the street into Acorn Farm on RED BAG SATURDAY! If you're not a part of the club yet ---come and see us so you can be part of the next RED BAG day in August!
COOKING CLASSES AT ACORN FARM
We have some terrific classes on the slate over the next two months, and we're very excited about the menus! It's a great idea to always be learning something new. Why not try a class at Acorn Farm? They make great gifts or a fun night out for a small group of friends or a couple.
TUESDAY, June 9th - 6:30 - 8:30pm
SHOP 'TIL YOU DROP

A BENEFIT FOR FIVE POINTS OF HOPE
We are also very pleased to announce an event that we're doing in conjunction with THE CLOTHING COVE, called "Shop 'til you Drop!" It will be held on Tuesday, June 9th from 6:30 until 8:30 pm. Shop 'til You Drop Tickets are $20 if they're pre-purchased either at Clothing Cove or Acorn Farm and all proceeds go to FIVE POINTS OF HOPE, a wonderful group that assists cancer patients and their families if they are experiencing financial difficulties due to cancer treatment.  Both stores will offer 20% off that evening for ticket holders, as well as door prizes and other fun perks. We'll have Chef Steven serving gourmet picnic fare, including mini-pulled chicken sandwiches, a superfood slaw, mini-cornbread muffins, and strawberry shortcakes. Plus, you'll get some recipes to take home! OXO will be demonstrating some of their summer kitchen gadgets. Clothing Cove will offer a gift with purchase of $50 or more and will host the designers of Scarves of Westwood, featured on Channel 7's "Mom's a Genius." You'll treat yourself to a complimentary hand spa treatment with Flawless Radiance. We hope you'll consider spending the evening at "Shop 'til you Drop." Each of us knows someone who's struggled with cancer. What a great way to help out and have a little fun at the same time!
Thursday, June 18 - 7:00 - 8:30pm - $40, or
Thursday, June 25 - 7:00 - 8:30pm - $40
Jamaican Me Crazy - A Grilling Extravaganza
No time to visit the islands?  No worries, mon!  Steven will fire up the grill and bring the islands to us! Although this will be a full-flavored meal, it will not be particularly hot so please don't let the fear of heat keep you away. This will be a grill class, first and foremost! Don't miss out! Strike up the steel drums -- here's what he's got planned:
  • Grilled Pork & Mango Rolls
  • Caribbean Jalapeno Poppers
  • Jamaican Jerked Beef Skewers
  • Grilled Coconut Rum Mahi Mahi
  • Sweet & Spicy Turkey Burgers
  • Grilled Bananas with Coconut Mocha Sauce
Thursday, July 2 - 7:00 - 8:30pm - $35
Fiesta Fresca
This class is an annual favorite for good reason.  We're featuring Susan's delicious fish tacos and some great sides from the southwest.  This menu  is one of those go-to meals that works no matter who you're serving because everybody LOVES it!  We'll have:
  • Susan's Fish Tacos with Baja Sauce
  • Esquites - Street Corn
  • Mexican Rice Towers
  • Tequila Lime Sorbet with Coconut Shortbread Cookie
Thursday, July 16 - 7:00 - 8:30pm - $40, or
Thursday, July 30 - 7:00 - 8:30pm - $40
Summer on the Cape - An Outdoor Grill Class
Surf & turf with an east coast twist!  Steven will be preparing this sumptuous feast, perfect to enjoy with company in the middle of summer.  Come enjoy some fresh, bold flavors!
  • Lobster Rolls
  • Grilled Steak with Parmesan Garlic Gratin
  • Corn Fritters
  • Nectarine/Tomato Salad on a Bed of Arugula
  • Homemade Bueberry Buckle Creamsicle
7 Tips for Making Better Salads
recipeone RECIPE: Grilled Potato Salad with Bacon
Tips for Making this Salad
Cooking with Fresh Herbs
Fresh Herbs
recipetwo RECIPE: Caulifower Salad with Yogurt and Chickpeas
Tips for making this salad
Making Salads Just Got Easier
recipethree RECIPE: Tomato and Pickled Green Bean Salad
Tips for Making this Salad
Cookbook Review

At the market, in the garden, and on the kitchen table, savor the aromas and flavors of summer's herbs and vegetables.

 

Happy Cooking!

Kathy Magaluk and all of us at Acorn Farm 


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