West Wind Public Market Blog

Seared Jalapeno and Serrano Corn Salsa


Aug 24, 2016

Seared Jalapeno and Serrano Corn Salsa This not so your traditional salsa works great as both a salsa or a side dish.  This quick recipe can spice up any meal by bringing sweet and spicy flavors! Delicious! Ingredients 4 ears of corn, shaved 2 jalapeno peppers, diced 4 Serrano peppers, diced 3 ge ...

Cherry Crisp


Jun 30, 2016

Summer is an excellent time to find the best fruits at your local West Wind Public Market.  Cherries are a favorite summer fruit in the US, where about 370 million pounds are grown each year.   July is the peak month for cherries and the perfect month to invite your family over to share this amazing ...

Penne with Asparagus and Cherry Tomatoes


May 05, 2016

Asparagus is one of the healthiest vegetables.  It’s a great source of vitamin A, B2, C and E along with potassium.   Just because it is healthy doesn’t mean that it can’t taste great.  Below is a great recipe from the Food Network, courtesy of Giada de Laurentiis . Most of the ingredients can be fo ...

Chile Con Queso With Nopalitos


Mar 14, 2016

West Wind Public Markets has amazing produce that can be found everyday.  Check the hours of your local Swap Meet or Flea Market so you can get some of the freshest produce available. March is the perfect time of year for Napoles (Cactus).  Many have never tried this delicious vegetable, so why not ...

Brussels Sprouts with Butternut Squash and Pomegranate Seeds


Feb 01, 2016

The Winter is a perfect time to find great seasonal produce at West Wind Public Market.  This recipe uses 3 items that are readily available in the winter months.  Enjoy! Brussels Sprouts with Butternut Squash and Pomegranate Seeds 1 large butternut squash (about 2 1/2 pounds) 2 pounds Brussels ...

Spiced-Persimmon-and-Pecan-Muffins


Dec 30, 2015

This is the time of year that you will find Persimmons in the fruit section of every grocery store, farmer's market, and the West Wind Public Markets.  Traditional spiced muffins suddenly seem stylish when made with seasonal persimmons. There are two distinct types: Creamy-fleshed Hachiya is mashed ...

Sweet Potatoes are in Season


Oct 15, 2015

West Wind Public Markets offer a wide selection of produce vendors all year round!  Check out the season recipe below. Smoked Chile Scalloped Sweet Potatoes Recipe courtesy of Bobby Flay Smoked Chile Scalloped Sweet Potatoes Total Time: 1 hr 25 min Prep: 10 min Cook: 1 hr 15 min Yield:4 to 6 servi ...

Recipe of the Month


Jul 16, 2015

West Wind Public Market offers shoppers a wide selection of fresh fruits and vegetables. Since it is June, we welcome the sunshine and summer with picnics, trips to the beach and BBQs.  Satisfy your sweet tooth with a lemon square recipe using lemons from our public market. Lemon Squares From Eating ...