Summer in the City

I took a stroll through the Union Square Greenmarket yesterday before the crowds began to swarm. It was really incredible to see how much the market has come alive this early in the summer. And it's only going to get better!

Gorgeous gladiolas, sunflowers, snapdragons and fresh herbs.

A rainbow of beets and carrots.

I don't eat bacon, but I do love the enthusiasm.

Zucchini and yellow summer squash come in a variety of shapes in colors.

These are biggest pattipans I've ever seen. Great for stuffing!

The squash blossoms were 4 for a dollar! So delicious stuffed with something savory (or even sweet), dipped into a tempurah batter and fried to a golden delicousness....

One of the best bread stands in the whole market. Breads are always delicious and the cookies and scones are the size of your head.

More beautiful flowers...yarrow, lavender, hydrangea...

It's the time to have berries and cherries.

Sour cherries are all over the market right now. They are a great foil for savory dishes, or even in a pie.

Fresh garlic with the stalks. I just had a really tasty dish at a Sechuan restaurant with dried smoked tofu and chopped garlic stalks. Really yummy and has a lighter garlic flavor. Lots of great fiber!