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Warm Recipes + Local Produce Insideš§”
December 14th
Charlotte Terry
December 12, 2025
Field to Table hosts four local farmers markets in the Arlington, Virginia area that provide goods grown, harvested, or produced within 125 miles of the markets. We are committed to providing fresh, high-quality products while facilitating a welcoming community atmosphere.
For Sunday, December 14th
Current Weather Forecastā¦
āļø Sunday: Could be snow and wind! Current forecasts read 45% chance of snow with lows in the mid teens (brrrr š„¶) and highs of mid 30s. Make sure you bundle up š§£š§¤š§¦ !
Save the Date! Westover Winter Makers Market 12/21
Mark your calendars! Westover Farmers Market is hosting another Makers Market not this Sunday, but next! Say hello to local artists and shop for some holiday gifts, or things for yourself!
We will be hostingā¦
Grasshopper Girl Designs stylish cork accessories
Clayfully Yours clay jewelry
Jenās Handmade Petals & Pals handmade crochet
Authentically by Alex clay accessories
The Littlest Things candles, cards, and crafts
š„Working on your shopping list?š„
This weekend, expect to seeā¦
Apples - Brussels sprouts - Carrots - Cauliflower - Collard Greens - Fennel - Leeks - Lettuce - Mint - Mushroom - Oregano - Parsley - Spinach - Squash - Sweet Potatoes - Turnips
Wondering how to cook these delicious foods? Check out our recipe page on our website!
Want to submit your own recipe for the Field to Table recipe collection? Submit through the form here!
Produce Pick: Brussels Sprouts!
Although they donāt often get much love, brussels sprouts are a delicious seasonal vegetable that is great to pair with a warm, delicious dish! Did you know brussels sprouts grow on stalks? You can even buy them still on the stalk from some of our vendors!
Look below for some of our favorite Brussels Sprouts recipes.
š° Field to Table Articles of Interest š°
Want to learn more about farmers markets? Why you should go, their history, and more? Check out the rotating articles below:
Key findings of the University of Wisconsin-Madisonās national study:
Improved Health: Over 75% of attendees reported eating healthier due to their market purchases.
Community Connection: Nearly half (48%) reported connecting with others in their community at the market.
Local Economic Boost: 49% shopped at nearby local businesses and 42% ate at local restaurants when visiting the market, demonstrating a significant positive impact on the local economy.
Fighting Food Insecurity in Arlington
As a part of Field to Tableās mission of fighting food insecurity in Arlington, we donate annually to Arlington Food Assistance Center and Culpepper Gardens.
Arlington Food Assistance Center: Since Field to Tableās inception, AFAC has sent volunteers to Field to Table markets for weekly pick-ups of donated produce from farm vendors and nonperishable foods donated by market customers. In addition to our annual monetary contribution of $10,000, our markets donate thousands of pounds of freshly harvested fruits and vegetables, which are immediately distributed to Arlington residents experiencing food insecurity.
How you can get involved: Donate nonperishable food items at the farmers market collection bins located at the market tables, donate to AFAC, or volunteer your time.
AFAC is hosting their 14th Annual Empty Bowls event on Supper Bowl Sunday! (2/8)! This event is a luncheon fundraiser featuring many delicious homemade soups made by chefs from local restaurants and beautiful hand-thrown bowls created by local area artists. Consider a sponsorship to be a part of the event! Use the link here!
Open Sundays, 8am-12pm, Summer (Apr-Nov) | 9am-1pm, Winter (Dec - Mar)
Cardinal Elementary School | 1644 North McKinley Road, Arlington, VA 22205
Open Sundays, 9am-1pm, Winter (Dec - Mar) | 8am-12pm, Summer (Apr-Nov)
Cardinal Elementary School | 1644 North McKinley Road, Arlington, VA 22205
Check out the complete vendor list and map.
What happened to the music?
Wondering what happened to the music at the market? During the winter market, Westover does not host weekly musicians to protect freezing fingers, toes, and instruments! We will have musicians again in April!
Want to keep up with our musicians? Check out their websites and social media pages to see where they will be playing over the winter!
Vendor Spotlight: Roggenart European Bakery
Founded on a love for European flavors, Roggenart has grown into a beloved local bakery cafƩ known for its signature croissants, fresh pastries, and thoughtfully prepared meals. They take pride in blending tradition with creativity to bring guests something special every day. Their mission is simple: exceptional food, welcoming spaces, and genuine connection.
Their favorite thing about the market is meeting the people, and we love hosting them throughout the year! Stop by this weekend for a delicious treat!
Weekly Scavenger Hunt Activity!
Each week, we post a challenge for you all to find chalk drawings of fruits or veggies scattered around the market. Find all of them, and come to the market table for a stamp on your punch card (provided there). Once you get 6 stamps (you get one per week), you get a prize!
The weekly challenge will be posted in the newsletter and Instagram, which can be found, here!
Donate to the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) at our Market Tables
Field to Table has partnered with the Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) to have donation boxes available each week at all farmers markets. Support the Arlington community by donating nonperishable food items (no glass, please) at our markets. Learn more.
AFAC is in most need of canned fruits, canned tuna, canned soups, canned vegetables, canned tomatoes, peanut butter (in a plastic jar), cereal, and plastic water bottles!