Sustainable Food Center

The Weekly Dirt

THIS WEEKEND AT THE MARKETS
Highlights, Vendors, Events and more. Downtown and Sunset Valley - Sat. June 19

Summer is arriving and the markets are in full swing. Find the SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley in our regular location at the Toney Burger Center. You can also find us Downtown at Republic Square; both markets run Saturday, 9 AM to 1 PM.

Downtown: Stop by Pepper Love Hot Sauce and get a burst of flavors from their delicious small-batch homemade sauces such as Habanero Sunshine or Moroccan Black Garlic. They use fresh ingredients and a blend of spices that are perfect complements to your other market meals. One of our newest vendors fits right into the Austin food scene…The Brazilian Hot Dog. Their hot dogs are loaded with corn, Texas-style pico de gallo, parmesan cheese, and other toppings. Finally, for some of the finest Wagyu-certified meats, visit Peeler Farms. Their succulent and beautifully marbled Wagyu beef is a chef and meat lover's favorite.

Sunset Valley: Warm weather has arrived and no better meal than a wonderful salad to keep it flavorful and lite. Visit Green Thumb Farming. They are a suburban micro-farm and have a wonderful variety of greens for your weekend lunch. For a sweet taste of honey in your summer drinks, Austin Honey Company has a delicious assortment of honey products from their happy bees that reside on local farms within a 30-mile radius of Austin. And while at the market, if you are looking for a special gift, don’t forget Rose Burkhardt Jewelry. They have a beautiful collection of exquisite handmade jewelry including bracelets, earrings, and more.

SFC Farmers' Market match SNAP, WIC and FMNP benefits with Double Up Food Bucks! Visit our website for more information on which vendors will be at market, what products are in season, and more.

SFC UPDATE
SFC events, news, blogs and more.

The Black Farmer Files
June 23 - This free virtual event will explore the crossroads of black liberation, food justice, and Austin history. The presentation will be followed by a panel discussion with individuals doing work around food and racial justice, including our staff members Hallie Casey and Simone Benz!

We're Hiring!
We are looking for part-time associates to assist at our Double Up Food Bucks booth on Saturday's at our SFC Farmers' Markets.

WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK
We've dug up the dirt so you don't have to.

"The Traditional Foods of Juneteenth Carry a Rich History, Dating Back Centuries"
By McKenzie Jean-Philippe, Oprah Daily - Everything you need to know about the (customarily red) refreshments, and the significance of the dishes that are eaten during Juneteenth.

"65+ Black Food Bloggers Share Their Favorite Recipes"
By Meiko Temple, The Kitchn - Within this list of 68 Black food blogger recipes, there is truly something for everybody, and it reminds us of the immense diversity of foods within the African diaspora.

"4 Ways to Adopt Regenerative Agriculture in Your Own Garden"
By Laura Fisher, Real Simple - According to experts, embracing the principles of regenerative agriculture can not only increase the joy of gardening, but it can also lead to growing healthier, more nutrient-dense produce at home.

THE WEEKLY
We'll be sharing recipes to cook, terms you should know, and more in our weekly selection!

Submit Your Feedback: Planet Texas 2050
Want to have a say in making access to food more equitable and sustainable in Texas? Planet Texas 2050 is gathering community input as part of their Equitable and Regenerative Cities Project. Don’t miss your chance to provide valuable feedback, take the survey, and learn more about the project’s mission for local food systems.

Event: Farmshare Austin's 2nd Annual Tomato We-Pick
June 20 & 26. Buy a box of juicy, organic, farm-fresh tomatoes and while you're at it, enjoy all the activities happening on the farm, including a farm tour, hands-on activities for kids, a farm Stand loaded with luscious veggies to stock up on all the veggies you need for your backyard cookout, and more!

Classes: Green Gate Farm Classes
Spend the day at the beautiful Green Gate Farm and enjoy learning at one of their upcoming summer classes. Throughout June they have Farmhouse Cooking, Flower Crown Making, and Adult Farm Camp!