Food As Medicine

Hi Market Friends! 👋

At Thomasville Farmers Market, we believe that food is more than just something to fill your plate — it’s fuel, it’s medicine, and it’s one of the most powerful tools you have for taking care of your health. When you choose farm-fresh, locally grown produce and whole foods, you’re giving your body the nutrients it needs to thrive — naturally and deliciously.

This Saturday, we’re celebrating "Food as Medicine" with amazing vendors, live music, cooking demos, and a seasonal recipe you can make with ingredients straight from the market.

Food as Fuel – Why What You Eat Matters

Every bite you take has the power to impact your energy, mood, and overall well-being. Highly processed foods might be convenient, but they often lack the nutrients our bodies crave. At Thomasville Farmers Market, our farmers and makers bring you real, wholesome, nutrient-dense food — the kind of food your body knows how to use.

Eating seasonally and locally means you’re getting produce that’s fresher, richer in vitamins, and bursting with flavor. Fall brings an incredible harvest of winter squash, leafy greens, apples, sweet potatoes, peppers, and more — all packed with antioxidants, fiber, and immune-boosting compounds that support your health from the inside out.

When we talk about food as medicine, we mean:

• Choosing foods that heal, nourish, and energize

• Supporting your immune system with farm-fresh fruits and vegetables

• Prioritizing whole, minimally processed foods that work with your body, not against it

Eating well doesn’t have to be complicated — especially when you shop local.

This Week’s Healthy Living Highlights

Here are just a few of the incredible vendors you’ll find at Thomasville Farmers Market this Saturday, helping you eat, feel, and live better:

• PiedmontFresh – Will host bone broth and winter squash cooking demos. Learn how to make nutrient-dense, comforting recipes perfect for the cooler months ahead

• Emerald Owl Herbal Teas & Apothecary – Will feature their loose leaf, brewed to bottle, or medicinal herb teas

• Produce by Bumbleberry Farm

• Local honey and fresh eggs by 1911 Farm

• Outdoor plants by Soiled By Beth and Eternity Springs

• Fresh-cut flowers by Flower House Farms and Kaitlyn Porter

• Indoor houseplants by Roads & Roots: Mobile Plant Merchants

Plus, we’ll have live music to set the vibe, making this the perfect Saturday outing for the whole family.

Recipe of the Week – Creamy Roasted Winter Squash Soup

This recipe uses some ingredients you may find at the market — winter squash, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs — plus bone broth you can learn to make from PiedmontFresh’s demo if you want to make it extra nourishing.

Ingredients (Serves 4):

• 2 medium winter squash (butternut or acorn), peeled and cubed

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 cups bone broth (or vegetable broth)

• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Optional garnish: roasted pumpkin seeds, Greek yogurt, or fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss squash cubes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.

2. In a large pot, sauté onions and garlic until soft and fragrant.

3. Add roasted squash, broth, and thyme. Simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender in batches), puree until smooth and creamy.

5. Taste, season, and serve hot — topped with your favorite garnish.

This soup is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Pair it with crusty bread from one of our local bakers for a cozy fall meal.

🌈 Eat the Rainbow Program – Through September 20!

We’re thrilled to see so many families participating in our Eat the Rainbow program this season! This fun and educational initiative encourages kids to try a variety of colorful, fresh fruits and vegetables each week.

Teaching kids to eat fresh and healthy early sets the stage for lifelong healthy habits and overall good health as they grow into adulthood. There’s still time to join in — the program runs until the end of the season on September 20.

Don’t forget to bring the kids by this Saturday to grab their free Rainbow Bucks so they can buy fresh produce all on their own!

Click the link for more info: Eat The Rainbow

🌱 Calling All Vendors — We Need You!

Thomasville Farmers Market is growing, and we’re looking for new vendors to join our community! We especially need produce vendors to help us keep up with the growing demand for fresh, local fruits and vegetables.

Whether you’re a local farmer, gardener, baker, crafter, maker or food producer, this is your chance to share your products with the community and become part of a vibrant, supportive market family.

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a vendor, stop by the market this Saturday to chat with one of the market managers, or visit our website for more information: Become a vendor — Thomasville Farmers Market 

Come Visit Us This Saturday!

Come hungry, bring your bags, and get ready to experience food the way it was meant to be — fresh, flavorful, and full of life.

Follow us on social media for updates, recipes, and behind-the-scenes looks at your favorite vendors. And don’t forget to tag us when you share your market haul!