. . . and she cooks, too!


	When is it in season? Our May thru October Season Produce Chart is now online. Use it to know when, where and what to shop for while saving dollars and getting the pick of the crop all season long. Download and print your copy . . .
	Farmers' Markets Bring Us the Season's Freshest Choices Time to grab a basket and pick up some fresh deals as local farmers' markets are opening for the season. Click here to see the listings . . .

	Is Illinois a food desert? Did you know, our food travels 1,500 miles on average to reach our plates and that more than 90 percent of the food in our state is imported? The Illinois Food, Farms, and Jobs Act was passed last year with the goal that “Illinois should be the Midwest leader in local and organic food and fiber production.” Click here to learn more about how we can start eating more local foods from Illinois. Read more . . .

Little Petals, a Special Touch - Edible Flowers		You Can Call Me Umami
	These little pot de cremes, pictured left, are made extra special during the spring with a edible blossom		Ever wonder why we crave pizza, lo mein, sushi and other savory foods - it's umami and it's a cheap way to add rich flavor s

Lights, Water, Color - 2008 Garden Trends		Mark Your Calendars:
	With rising gas prices and larger grocery tabs, digging around in the dirt is becoming more of a necessity than a hobby . . .		We're cooking and talking seasonal produce on . . . Saturday, May 17 at 10 a.m. Peoria Heights Library