Wednesday Cooking Demonstrations 11 am - 1 pm

The Culinary Programs and Events Division of the Chicago Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs has cooking demonstrations from 11 AM to 1 PM each Wednesday in November at Chicago's Downtown Farmstand. Dishes will be prepared with the freshest local seasonal produce available that day. Stop by to taste and learn!

For our past recipes view the Recipe File.

Hands On Family Fun At Chicago's Downtown Farmstand With Melissa Graham Of Purple Asparagus 

Thursday, November 5, 12 pm - 2 pm

Melissa Graham of Purple Asparagus, a local not-for-profit organization, will be with the Farmstand to share her fresh ideas for children and their parents about healthy and fun ways to enjoy fruits and vegetables.

Friday "Vendor Trunk Shows" 12 pm - 2 pm

• Friday, November 6, Dawn Kohler with Sweet Considerations, 12 pm - 2 pm, Misericordia's Hearts & Flour Bakery 2 pm - 4 pm, both sampling their fresh baked treats.

• Friday, November 13, Flora Lazar of Flora Confections will sample her hand crafted chocolate ganaches and bon bons and her pate de fruit made with local fruits.

• Friday, November 20, Elizabeth Madden of Rare Bird Preserves will share her amazing artisanal jams and preserves.

• Friday, November 27 - CLOSED 
  
   

Purple Asparagus at Chicago’s Downtown Farmstand 

Purple Asparagus at Chicago’s Downtown Farmstand will continue through the end of the year. Purple Asparagus is a local non-profit organization dedicated to bringing families back to the table by promoting and enjoying all the things associated with good eating. Melissa Graham will visit and share fresh ideas for kids of all ages about healthy and fun ways to enjoy the seasonal bounty of fruits and vegetables.

Upcoming Dates:

• Thursday, December 3

All events will be from 12 noon - 2 pm at the Farmstand. For more information on Purple Asparagus, visit www.purpleasparagus.com.