Author Archives: Tomten Farm

FennelEarly TomatoesRed New PotatoesCucumbersHerbsGarlic This seems like a strange time to talk about what is happening on the farm or to suggest recipes. We will be dedicating our energies to figuring out our personal path in addressing the larger national … Continue reading →

BeetsSwiss ChardGenovese BasilEscarole or FriseeCousa, Safari, & Zephyr SquashCandy OnionsSomething Extra Summer Squash and Basil Pasta Marcella Hazan’s Pesto Beet and Escarole Salad with Avocado and Walnuts Provençal Zucchini and Swiss Chard Tart Roasted Beet Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing

Bibb LettuceRussian KaleSpring CarrotsNapa CabbageCucumbers (Suyo Long & Marketmore)RadishesBroccoliGarlic Another busy week and its looking to get busier and hotter as we approach the solstice. Already we are looking towards filling up the greenhouse with Fall and Winter crops, while … Continue reading →

FennelCucumberSwiss ChardIceburg LettuceTendersweet CabbageTropea OnionsFresh GarlicCilantroextra: Summer Squash Iceburg Lettuce, Cucumber, Bacon, & Egg Salad Iceberg Salad with Italian Dressing Fennel, Orange, and Cabbage Slaw Spicy Chicken and Cabbage Salad Tahini-Smothered Charred Cabbage Grilled Fish Tacos With Cilantro Lime Cabbage … Continue reading →

Summer Squash & ZucchiniBroccoli or Fava BeansRussian KaleCandy Spring OnionsBibb LettuceEscaroleBeetsDill So the pristine, beautiful Spring veggies are now fading due to some rot and increased bug pressure that comes from the heat, especially when followed damp, wet, humid conditions … Continue reading →

Fava Beans or BroccoliMustard GreensYu ChoyDaikon RadishGarlic Scapes or ScallionsMignonette or Red Leaf LettuceMesclun Salad Mix The last few days on the farm have been a harsh reminder of what the next few months has in store. It has been … Continue reading →

ArugulaSwiss ChardHakurei TurnipsCarrots or Sugar Snap PeasScallions or Garlic ScapesRed Gold New PotatoesFriseeDill Looking back at past seasons and this week’s share is surprisingly similar to the 2nd or 3rd week of many seasons. It is filled with springy goodness … Continue reading →

SpinachMesclun Salad MixBibb & Butterhead LettuceSpring Carrots or Sugar Snap PeasRussian or Broadleaf KaleFresh GarlicCilantro Hello everyone! We are excited to begin our 2022 CSA season with a bit of a bang. The farm is brimming with food and every … Continue reading →

Mesclun Salad MixKale or Collard GreensRadicchio, Escarole, or FriseeHickory King CornmealSeminole PumpkinsRed Maria PotatoesChioggia BeetsTurnips What a busy time of year it is for us at Tomten Farm, made even busier with the ever-shortening days. We are spending our final … Continue reading →

CarrotsYu Choy or Bok ChoyDaikon, Red Meat, & Korean Purple RadishesNapa Cabbage or Storage CabbageArugula or Oakleaf LettuceCilantroGarlic Sri Lanka: Rabu Curry (White Radish Curry) Yu Choy Sum Miso Soup Chicken with Daikon Radish Vegetarian Egg Roll Bowls Braised Beef … Continue reading →