Peak-Season Local Produce

In-season produce is one of our favorite things about summertime, and we're excited to be getting more and more local fruit and vegetables.

Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom

This Friday is Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating freedom and marking the emancipation of slaves after the end of the Civil War. In light of the killings of Rayshard Brooks, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, and Ahmaud Arbery, among many others, the significance of Juneteenth resonates more than ever.  Union Market stands in solidarity with the [...]

Recipe: Honey Roasted Cherries

There’s nothing better than peak season summer produce, especially cherries. We’ve got multiple kinds right now, including dark red Bing cherries, gorgeous local sour cherries, and sun-kissed yellow-orange Rainier cherries. While cherries are delicious eaten fresh, sometimes it’s nice to put a twist on summer fruit and one of our favorite ways to do that [...]

Recipe: Simple Sheet Pan Pizza

A fresh, delicious meal doesn’t have to be complicated. Our Union Market brand premade pizza dough can find its way into your basket any time, then wait in the freezer until the mood for pizza strikes. These personal-sized pizzas are great for enjoying individually, but even better to share, with two topping combos that complement [...]

Recipe: Tomato Tarte Tatin

Our summery, savory variation on the classic French apple tarte uses a good-quality store-bought puff pastry crust, so it’s is a cinch to make.

Recipe: Berry and Saffron Clafoutis

Summer berries need so little help to make them shine, and we think this simple and elegant French clafoutis is the perfect vehicle for their intense, fruity sweetness. Half-custard and half-cake, clafoutis is a breeze to make, cooks in less than half an hour, and is light enough to justify adding it to your regular [...]

Join us for a Summer Tasting Social this Saturday!

Kick off summer fun (and eating!) at our Summer Tasting Social this Saturday, June 23, 11am to 4pm, at our new Grand Army Plaza location. Stop by to say hello, check out our largest store in Brooklyn, enter to win a $150 gift card and discover something new by sampling some of the delicious local foods we feature in our [...]

Recipe: Chilled Melon Soup with Honey and Ginger

Summer may be winding down, but we’re still savoring the season’s bounty of farm-fresh produce. This refreshing and citrusy melon soup features perfectly ripe summer cantaloupe, mint, and a zesty hint of fresh ginger. Make a large batch and serve it for lunch alongside a salad and some cured meats and you’ll feel like you’re [...]

Recipe: Panzanella Salad

Our panzanella salad recipe celebrates beautiful summer produce and happens to be a miraculous way to revive bread that's gone a little stale.