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.

Friday "Vendor Trunk Shows" 12 pm - 2 pm

• March 5, Macaron Chicago

• March 12, Misericordia Hearts & Flour Bakery

• March 19, PigTales Twist

• March 26, Burton's Maplewood Farm

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.

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