This post was sponsored by Fresh From Florida as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central, however all opinions expressed are my own.
Fresh From Florida
One of the best things about snowbirding in Florida is the Fresh From Florida produce!! There is fresh produce all year long down here, and you can tell by the labeling and packaging that it was grown in Florida. When we hit the local Farmer’s market, it simply says just that: local from Florida (and then they usually have the address of the farm listed somewhere). And when we hit the grocery store, we find the labeled Fresh From Florida fruits and vegetables, as well as locally grown signs.
There are also local markets for seafood, as well as in-store labeled Fresh From Florida seafood. And it just tastes better. Remember my post about Sonny-boy and Hubby ocean fishing and bringing back all that fresh sea bass? Well, one of the best things about being down here is you can buy fresh, local fish at a fish market store, or in the grocery store. Heck, even the restaurants have a “local catch of the day” when we order. If you ever have the opportunity to do some ocean fishing or buy the local Florida seafood when out in the grocery store or restaurant, do it. You will be really glad you did.
Now, most people are familiar with Fresh From Florida strawberries, grapefruits and oranges, but there is much more than that available. Right now we are enjoying peppers (OMG the peppers! They are huge!), beans, celery, cucumbers, all sorts of lettuce and all kinds of potatoes.
That is a shot of all the different types of Florida potatoes available now. We bought these lovely purple sweet potatoes.
We eat fresher. You can see what is in season by clicking here on the Fresh From Florida website.
Last week, Hubby and I hit a new local farm to market store; Rype & Readi. It had all local foods including fruits, vegetables, honey, eggs (stamped when they were laid!), etc. It was fabulous!! It was like a cross to me between a CSA and Freshfields Farm in Jacksonville (which sells a ton of local produce). Those onions were only a buck!!
I like to buy local honey. There are different flavors based on the flowers where bees pollinate. This Gallberry is new to us, so I couldn’t resist. Very flavorful!
If you have not already gotten out to take advantage of Fresh From Florida produce, seafood, beef (yup, we see the cattle ranches as we drive around), eggs, honey and more, what are you waiting for?
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Sources
● Fresh From Florida
● Fresh From Florida Recipes (I will be making a varation of one of these soon, and posting it on the blog)
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Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Florida is the perfect environment for growing great veggies. They have a long growing season with lots of sunshine and rain.
Amy Desrosiers says
I LOVE fresh fruits and veggies too! Speaking of potatoes, I made some killer mashed potatoes this past week that my kids LOVED! Finally!
Liz Mays says
It’s awesome that you have access to all of this fresh produce. I’d be picking up fresh Florida produce for all of our recipes!
TColeman says
Fresh veggies are always the best. We have lots of dishes that we do with potatoes and these look amazing.
Lisa Collins says
Fresh from Florida Seafood is something I want everyday. Living in the Midwest it’s not something we can find just anywhere! 😀
Randa says
So many great fresh options! I love having access to fresh local produce – it just tastes better.
Ann Bacciaglia says
My Parents spend six months a year in Florida. They love the great selection of fresh food that is available. They have their own orange and lemon trees.
gingermommyrants says
I would love to live in Florida and be able to grow fresh fruit and vegetables all year long. we have a very short growing season here.
Kathy says
That looks like a great place. If I were in the area I would definitely check that place out. I love fresh local produce. It’s the best.
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
Fresh produce is always the best! This is one of the things I love in Florida! 😀
Melissa says
You are so lucky to have access to all that fresh produce at this time of year. I am near a great fruit stand but it doesn’t open until spring. I would love to get recently caught fish for my family
Tara says
When we go down to Florida I enjoy all the fresh fruit and vegetables. Having seafood that was caught the same day is absolutely delish.
Claudia Krusch says
Florida is the perfect location for growing vegetables! I wish I lived there!
Patty says
My husband and I traveled around the country in a fifthwheel for three years and the best part was being able to eat fresh and local produce. We had just off the boat crabs in Florida once that were so good I think I can still taste them
brianne says
I love getting fresh produce and Florida is just perfect! Wish we lived closer!