CULINARY CENTERFOLD WAS "PICKLED" pink at HOBOKEN FARMER'S MARKET

Hoboken Farmers Market is in full swing with fresh produce and great foodie finds. Pickle Licious is putting the licious in the local market, and Culinary Centerfold was "pickled" pink with its Chili Infused Pickle Slices.  Pickle Licious also had an assortment of hummus and Olive Tapenade, that was divine. Robyn Samra, known as the "Pickle Lady": runs Pickle Licious with her husband Ray Clavo and two daughters Alex and Taylor.

Alex is putting her spin on the family recipes and Taylor attends culinary school. Our favorite pickle of the day, was definitely the Chili Infused Pickles. The Olive Tapenade is a local must have for table snacks on "Game Day": like the World Cup today between Italy and England.

Other  bites that tickled our tongue, was Paolo's Kitchen prepared frozen Italian "Market Trays". Known for their catering and using fresh local produce in these frozen meals, Paolo's has become a weekly staple at Hoboken Farmer's Market. Marketing Manager, Lenny, explained for best results: let the trays thaw  naturally on the kitchen counter before cooking. Lenny also explained: Paolo's makes their own pasta and has gluten free options.

Culinary Centerfold tried Paolo's Eggplant Rollatini and Meat Lasagna at Hoboken Farmer's Market... and we could not tell it was frozen food! We highly suggest to stock up on Paolo's "Market Trays"  every weekend and save time cooking during the week.

Hoboken Farmer's Market was filled with gorgeous produce from Stony Hill Farms. Everything from fresh garlic, rhubarb, onions, peppers, radishes, and a variety of lettuces were available.

Pickle Licious Olive Tapenade

Paolo's Meat Lasagna

Paolo's Vegetable Lasagna

Did you know that all peppers start out green and ripen to yellow, orange and finally red? The cost of waiting for peppers to turn red, is what makes them the most expensive.

Salad is a quick and simple side dish to any meal. Stony Hill provided endless produce to create that perfect salad. Another great foodie find at the Stony Hill Farm's table, was the baked goods and collection of preserves and butters. We've heard of Apple Butter, even Pumpkin Butter... but Culinary Centerfold was "pickled" pink to find Cherry Butter and Apricot Butter. Yum! 

These unique butters are a perfect way to linger at breakfast on the weekend. Think a Western Omelet, with local Peppers from Stony Hill , toast with Cherry Butter and a spicy Bloody Mary. Definitely a foodie way to recover after a night in Hoboken.  

Culinary Centerfold was "pickled" pink to find Lizzmonade. They have become our summer love affair with customized lemonade. Lizzmonade sources local ingredients and gives you options on how to get sweet: from agave, stevia, super fine sugar... or you can go naked! (Wink, no sugar). The Lizzmonade crew act like personal mixologist: as they scoop, muddle and mix fresh squeezed lemon juice to perfection. 

Lizzmonade Customized Lemonade

We got sweet with Lizzmonade's Strawberry, Watermelon and Basil Lemonade. But you might like to get flirty with Berry Lustful or start a summer romance with Cherry Tart. No matter your Lizzmonade desire, the best way to leave Hoboken Farmers Market is with fresh flowers from Christina Andersen Floral Design. Her selection of roses are sure to spark a summer romance. 

-Boston Scarlette

I  would love to hear from you. Make sure to visit Hoboken Farmer's market and tweet me @CulinaryCMag your favorite finds! 

Photography by Boston Scarlette