Farmers Market

COOKING DEMOs

Join Christy Hill and the Tahoe City Farmers Market for a day filled with exuberant flavors and masterful cooking techniques from the talented hands of Executive Chef Luis Vallin and his vivacious ambassador, Betina Wolfart as they prepare to take you through a one of kind culinary experience sure to be the highlight of your day.

Each week, our dynamic duo shops the local flavors of the Tahoe City Farmers Market and present the community with beautifully prepared recipes and informative techniques that you can implement into your very own kitchens!

Check Out This Week’s Recipe Below

strawberry

gazpacho

  • 1 lb. strawberries 

  • 4 oz Heirloom tomatoes 

  • 1 each small Cucumber 

  • 1 oz red onion. 

  • 1 each Lemon 

  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste. 

  • Balsamic vinegar reduction. 

  • Basil/ chevre cheese/ pickled watermelon rinds/bread croutons to garnish. 

Directions: 

  1. Clean and wash vegetables and peel cucumbers.   

  2. Put all vegetables in the blender and go on high speed until its smooth, add cold water until your desire consistency. 

  3. Season with  Lemon juice, Salt and Black Pepper. 

  4. Serve with the following garnishes:  fresh basil, chevre cheese, croutons , balsamic vinegar reduction and Extra virgin olive oil.  

Balsamic Reduction Directions: 

Reduce 2 cups of Balsamic vinegar with 1 cup of granulated sugar.  Simmer until desired consistency.  

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