 WILD FLIGHT FARM E-NEWS
(The Winter Solstice Edition) written by Louise Bruns All Organic Market Wednesday, December 20th, 3-5pm Uptown Askew's, Salmon Arm Wild Flight Farm Packing Shed Wednesday, December 20th, 2-4pm Revelstoke Community Market
Thursday, December 21st, 12-5pm Revelstoke Rec Centre, 600 Campbell Ave __________________________________ Note: This is the final market for 2017. We will take a three-week break between now and the first market of 2018, which will be Wednesday, January 10th. |
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| Marking the Winter Solstice - Dec 21st 
Winter Solstice - the shortest day of the year - is a meaningful time for farmers, as our work life revolves around the seasons and the Earth's passage around the sun. It's a time for us to slow down, reflect on the past year, enjoy good food, friends and family and be thankful for many things. We are very grateful for our many devoted customers who show their support for local, organic farming by choosing to make purchases at the market. This was an extra special year for us, as we celebrated 25 years of Wild Flight Farm. Thank you to each and every one of you for giving us a reason to keep doing what we do! On behalf of ourselves and the farm crew, we wish you a Happy Solstice, Merry Christmas, and also time for rest and renewal during the holidays. - Louise and Hermann |
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| A lot of good stuff is wrapped up in this package! 
Every time I cut a red cabbage in half (well, maybe not every time, since sometimes I cut over 100 in one day) I have to marvel at the beauty contained in the folds, patterns and colours. But the cabbage is not just a work of art. Within those layers that have taken months to develop, lies a rich array of phytochemicals, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals designed to hold through the long dark winter and nourish us through the cold and flu season. Some of these essential components include thiamin, riboflavin, folate, calcium, manganese, magnesium, iron, and potassium, as well as vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin K, dietary fiber, and the B vitamins. In all the source I checked, red (and green) cabbage were listed as being a superiour source of vitamin C to citrus fruit. But red cabbage boasts one extra nutrient not found in green cabbage. Anthocyanins are the antioxidants that give red cabbage its purple color. These flavonoids are known for their health-boosting benefits including cancer-fighting and memory improvement. 
I like to eat red cabbage cooked or raw. I'm including a recipe for a traditional German-style cooked cabbage dish served at Christmas dinner. But my favourite way to eat it is finely sliced, raw, and added to almost any fresh salad I prepare. It adds texture, colour and a nutritional boost to any meal. |
Wild Flight - Market Fresh List For larger orders check out our Bulk List Source | Produce item | Your
List | WFF | Beets, golden | | WFF | Beets, red | | WFF | Cabbage, green | | WFF | Cabbage, red | | WFF | Cabbage, savoy | | WFF | Carrots, juicing | | WFF | Carrots, table | | WFF | Celeriac | | WFF | Garlic bulbs | | WFF | Greens – Claytonia | | WFF | Greens – Corn Salad | | US | Greens – Spinach | | US | Greens – Spring mix | | US | Herbs – Cilantro | | US | Herbs – Parsley | | WFF | Kale, Curly | | US | Kale, Dinosaur | | US | Leeks | | BC | Mushrooms, brown Crimini | | BC | Mushrooms, white button | | WFF | Onions, yellow/red | | BC | Parsnips | | BC | Potatoes, purple | | BC | Potatoes, Red Chieftain | | BC | Potatoes, Russet baking | | BC | Potatoes, Yukon Gold | | WFF | Radish, watermelon | | WFF | Rutabaga | | BC | Shoots, microgreens | | BC | Shoots, pea | | BC | Shoots, sunflower | | WFF | Squash, mixed varieties | | WFF | Turnips, purple top | | US | Yams | | | | | BC | Apples, Ambrosia | | BC | Apples, Fuji | | BC | Apples, Gala | | BC | Apples, Nicola | | BC | Apples, Spartan | | BC | Pears, d’Anjou | | BC | Frozen Blueberries | | WFF | Frozen Raspberries | |
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Claire harvesting "corn salad" for market |
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| This weeks' Market Vendors: 1.) Wild Flight Farm 2.) Bastion Ranch 3.) Crannog Ales 4.) Left Fields 5.) High Croft Farm 6.) Bella Stella Cheese Note: This is the final market for 2017. We will take a 3-week break between now and the first market of 2018, which will be Wednesday, January 10th. Click winter schedule here. ________________________________ Give a gift of Organic Vegetables Here's a gift that could be enjoyed by almost anyone. Not only does organic food lead to a cleaner environment but it also says you care about the health of the recipient! 
Available in any amount you'd like and redeemable at markets all year long. Look for them at our market tables this week. |
A traditional sweet/sour German-style dish, often served with poultry or pork. Braised Red Cabbage (adapted from Budgetbytes.com) 
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp butter
1 yellow onion
2 lbs red cabbage (about 6-8 cups shredded)
1 granny smith apple
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup water (or more as needed) 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional) 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 tsp salt
Freshly cracked pepper Directions: 1. Finely dice the onion and add it to a large pot along with the butter. Sauté over medium to medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, or until the onions are soft and transparent. 2. While the onions are sautéing, finely shred the cabbage and thinly slice the apple. Add the cabbage, apple, vinegar, water, sugar, cloves and salt to the pot. Turn the heat to medium, place a lid on the pot, and let the cabbage cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender (20-30 minutes, depending on your desired texture). If the bottom of the pot begins to dry up, add another 1/4 cup water.
3. Taste the cabbage and season with freshly cracked pepper or more salt or vinegar if desired.
_______________________________________ A colourful, crunchy salad for your winter festive table. Red cabbage is mixed with apples, carrots, pecans and onions which is then dressed with a tangy mustard and nut vinaigrette. Dazzling Winter Slaw (adapted from Geniuskitchen.com) 
Ingredients: THE SLAW: 1⁄2 medium red cabbage, finely shredded and outer leaves trimmed
2 green apples, cored and thinly sliced
4 carrots, peeled and grated
1⁄2 small red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
THE DRESSING:
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, peeled and finely minced
1 teaspoon caster sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons walnut oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
TO FINISH:
1⁄2 cup finely chopped pecan nuts
parsley, for garnish
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
1⁄2 cup semi- dried cranberries
1⁄2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 raw beetroot, finely grated
Directions: Make the dressing by mixing all the ingredients together in a jar - giving them all a good shake. Place all the prepared vegetables and the apple in a large mixing bowl and mix by hand.
One hour before serving add the dressing and mix well, allowing the flavours to infuse together. |
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| Bulk Order List Need to feed a big family or want to preserve some organic veggies for winter? Buying in bulk can save you money. To place your order please email the farm by 10am on Wednesday. Produce Item
(everything certified organic) | Source | Available Case Sizes (“#” = pound) | Your Order | Invoice | Apples, Ambrosia | Kelowna, BC | $32.50 / 20# box | $62 / 40# box | | | Apples, Fuji | Vernon, BC | $30.00 / 20# box | $57 / 40# box | | | Apples, Gala | Vernon, BC | $30.00 / 20# box | $57 / 40# box | | | Apples, Granny Smith | Vernon, BC | $32.50 / 20# box | $62 / 40# box | | | Apples, Nicola | Kelowna, BC | $30.00 / 20# box | $57 / 40# box | | | Apples, Spartan | Kelowna, BC | $30.00 / 20# box | $57 / 40# box | | | Apples, assorted imperfectss for cooking | Kelowna, BC | $21.50 / 20# box | | | | Pears, d’Anjou | Lake Country, BC | $30.00 / 20# box | $57 / 40# box | | | Frozen Blueberries | Abbotsford, BC | $14.50 / 2# bag | $70 / 10# box | | | | | | | | | Beets, red, sm-med. | Wild Flight Farm | $20.50 / 12.5# bag | $38 / 25# bag | | | Beets, red, large | Wild Flight Farm | $16.50 / 12.5# bag | $30 / 25# bag | | | Beets, golden, sm-med. | Wild Flight Farm | $21.50 / 12.5# bag | $40 / 25# bag | | | Beets, golden, large. | Wild Flight Farm | $17.50 / 12.5# bag | $32 / 25# bag | | | Carrots, table | Enderby, BC | $19.50 / 12.5# bag | $36 / 25# bag | | | Carrots, juicing | Enderby, BC | $16.00 / 12.5# bag | $29 / 25# bag | | | Cabbage, green, medium-sized heads | Wild Flight Farm | $19.50 / 20# box | $36 / 40# box | | | Cabbage, green, lg heads for sauerkraut, etc. | Wild Flight Farm | $16.50 / 20# box | $30 / 40# box | | | Cabbage, red, medium-sized heads | Wild Flight Farm | $24.50 / 20# box | $46 / 40# box | | | Celeriac | Wild Flight Farm | $21.50 / 12.5# bag | $43 / 25# bag | | | Garlic, Yugoslavian, medium-sized bulbs | Wild Flight Farm | $24.50 / 2.5# bag | | | | Onions, yellow, cooking | Wild Flight Farm | $21.50 / 12.5# bag | $40 / 25#bag | | | Onions, red, cooking | Wild Flight Farm | $21.50 / 12.5# bag | $40 / 25#bag | | | Potatoes, Purple | Delta, BC | $33.00 / 25# box | $63 / 50# box | | | Potatoes, “Red Chieftain” | Wild Flight Farm | $28.50 / 25# box | $54 / 50# box | | | Potatoes, Russet baking | Delta, BC | $23.50 / 25# box | $44 / 50# box | | | Potatoes, Yukon Gold | Delta, BC | $28.50 / 25# box | $54 / 50# box | | | Radish, Watermelon | Wild Flight Farm | $20.00 / 12.5# bag | $37 / 25#bag | | | Radish, Watermelon, seconds (cracked) | Wild Flight Farm | $13.50 / 12.5# bag | $24 / 25#bag | | | Rutabaga | Wild Flight Farm | $19.00 / 12.5# bag | $35 / 25#bag | | | Squash, Acorn | Wild Flight Farm | $24.50 / 20# box | $40 / 30# box of
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squash | | | Squash, Buttercup , small-med (<5lbs) | Wild Flight Farm | $36.50 / 20# box | | | Squash, Buttercup , large (>5lbs) | Wild Flight Farm | $29.50 / 20# box | | | Squash, Butternut, small-med (<3.5 lbs) | Cawston, BC | $35.00 / 20# box | | | Squash, Butternut, large (>3.5 lbs) | Cawston. BC | $32.00 / 20# box | | | Squash, Delicata | Wild Flight Farm | $35.00 / 20# box | | | Squash, Red Kuri, small-med (<3.5lbs) | Wild Flight Farm | $27.50 / 20# box | | | Squash, Red Kuri – large (>3.5lbs) | Wild Flight Farm | $24.50 / 20# box | | | Squash, Orangetti (orange spaghetti) | Wild Flight Farm | $27.50 / 20# box | | | Squash, Spaghetti | Wild Flight Farm | $27.50 / 20# box | | | Sugar Pie Pumpkin (perfect for soups & baking) | Wild Flight Farm | $19.50 / 20# box | | | | Turnip, Purple top | Wild Flight Farm | $16.50 / 12.5# bag | $30 / 25# bag | | | Yams | Wild Flight Farm | $36.00/ 20# box | $69 / 40# box | | | Total: | |
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