Tip: Visit Farmers Markets

I’ve learned that farmers markets are a great place to go to try lots of different foods without huge investments of money (free samples!) and to make sure I’m getting to try really great versions of food I’m afraid of. And because the designer of the food is often on-site, it’s easy to get to ask questions about what they’re offering, what I’m eating, how foods compare to one another, and get recommendations. I’ve found this particularly helpful with cheeses, sauces, and rare-to-me fruits and vegetables. This saves me from buying things I don’t like, or never trying things I’m curious about, and making sure I come home with things I’ll love to eat.

Bread at the Stowe, VT Farmers Market


White peaches at a New York City farmers market