Saturday, January 11, 2014

Apples in winter

The Somerville (Mass.) Armory

Behind this fantastic urban facade is a winter farmers market that sells apples.

Inside is a lively scene that includes produce, baked goods, and a cafe.

The market is open on Saturdays from 9:30 until 2 at the old armory on Highland Avenue in Somerville (map).

There is perhaps a larger-than-usual proportion of prepared foods at this market, but earlier today no less than two vendors were selling a dozen different kinds of apples, including Golden Russet and Hudson's Golden Gem.

Try finding those at your local supermarket in January.

2 comments:

  1. Hey Adam, this market is a good resource (I frequently visit since its very close to my house). There are usually good local apples like Golden Russet and Spitzenberg deep into winter. Actually I was there first thing last Saturday and also noticed the Hudson's Golden Gem, which I've never had before. I ate one Saturday night; sweeter but less acid and complexity than Golden Russet. It was clear it had been in storage for a while so the texture was not great. I always like a russet though, since the matte surface of the skin feels good to hold in the hand and I like the way it kind of sticks to my tongue when I take a bite.

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  2. @Holly, it's my old neighborhood too!

    I hadn't been to the winter market since last year. It's gotten a lot bigger and more interesting! I don't remember so many apples before, either.

    The russets are in very good shape, so I guess that Apex, the grower, is storing them pretty well.

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