Humans of NYC Stellar Farmers Markets
Hop off the 7 train at Corona Plaza on Fridays in the summer and fall, and you’ll see the GrowNYC Corona Greenmarket. Under a tent, a group listens intently to a nutrition lesson and cooking demo.
That’s one of our Stellar Farmers Market food demos, which promote healthier food choices in low-income neighborhoods. The workshops, conducted in English, Spanish and Chinese, provide nutrition education to New Yorkers at 20 local farmers markets from July through November.
Each week, Stellar Market staff offer step-by-step cooking demos that show you how to make simple, healthy recipes that use fresh ingredients you can buy that day at the market. Whether you’re interested in the carrot raisin salad, apple and pear stir-fry, black bean and sweet potato stew or broccoli chickpea dip, options abound for everyone!
Participants receive a $2 Health Bucks coupon that can be used toward the purchase of fruits and vegetables at the market, including the fresh produce used during the workshop.
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing the stories and experiences of New Yorkers who participate in the Stellar Farmers Market demos. Text SOGOOD to 877877 to find the farmers market location nearest you.
Follow the series: #NYCStellarMarkets
Additional resources
2018 NYC farmers market map
Healthy eating tips
Guide to Healthy Eating and Active Living in NYC
