Happy Vibes Farm

08/20/2025

Hi guys morning
One glitch on the website

I was taking export on reports which helps with numbers to harvest

I noticed some produce didnt receive any order 🤔

But looks like some cache or cookies issue or square app issue

As work around

Start new browser (clear cache/memory)

So if you wish to add something , even if it shows out of stock , try to add it.

Example
Peppers shows out of stock though we have them
And I was able to add to the cart

08/19/2025

Veggie of the day
#4 Okra (probably by the time I list all the things we grow we would run out of the days)

Okra:
We specialize in growing Indian varieties of okra, along with. other types—one of which is a red okra which will have extra nutrients, especially more antioxidants. The flavor is simply divine! Even the largest pods from our garden are incredibly tender, I can eat it like a carrot, and, a far from what you find in stores.

Another wonderful thing about this plant is that the tender leaves and flowers are edible as they are hibiscus family. We love cooking them with coconut milk for a rich, delicious dish.

While farm , growing okra is a lot of work! The pods need to be picked at least twice a week.

After a quick vacation, the first thing on my to-do list is always harvesting the okra.

The okra season typically runs for about a month, but if we're lucky, we can get two more months of delicious, farm-fresh okra. Nothing beats the taste of a homegrown vegetable straight from the garden.

Many ways to use it
🌿 Sautee it till it is tender or crispy. Coriander power adds good flavor. But doesn’t need it just simple seasoning
🌿 Make a simple curry or Sambaar with tomatoes and okra. No need to add fancy spices just spice with chili, turmeric and salt.
Green curry
🌿Jambalaya
🌿Mediterranean style.
🌿air fryer or grill
Any other way? Please share your favorite recipe

Tip
The large pods stand welll in wet dishes such as curries or stews.
Smaller ones are good to Sautee.

08/14/2025

Veggies of the day? Not today!
#3

We're going on a magical journey to the world of Gomphrena.
They're not exactly veggies, but these little balls of fun and magic are one of our favorite things to grow.

These are also called Globe Amaranth. These dried can also be made into teas and have so many health benefits.

I learnt about these 3 years ago from Jim at from Fauquier Education Farm flower workshops. Every year, we trial different varieties, and this year's deep colors are absolutely stunning.

Gomphrena look like something straight out of a Dr. Seuss storybook. Kids and adults alike are drawn to their playful, papery texture. The best part? They dry beautifully, so you can enjoy their magic long after the season ends.

You'll find these whimsical flowers in all our summer bouquets, and we even bring bunches of just Gomphrena to the farmers markets.

If you need a special bouquet for an occasion, you can pre-order flowers on our website, or just text or email us, and we'll help you out! We offer both pickup and delivery.

Also find our farm fresh at
Hidden Julles Cafe, Haymarket
Warrenton Farmers Market
Archwood Green Barns Farmer's Market, The Plains

08/13/2025

Veggie of the day
#2
Snake gourd 🐍
They look unique and mystical but they are tender like cucumber. They are indeed same family.

These are usually cultivated in tropical regions. We have short growing season so love to savor this when they are in season!

We can cook the snake gourd. Also can eat fresh.
Peel, remove the seeds if any, dice and sautee with garlic.

In Andhra recipe we add milk to the end and it’s divine! Not this week but we should have it next week if our preorders don’t grab everything.

“Incorporating snake gourds in the regular diet also ensures that vital vitamins and minerals like vitamins A, C, B6, E, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc “

https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/5-fantastic-health-benefits-of-adding-snake-gourd-to-daily-diet-infographic #:~:text=Incorporating%20snake%20gourds%20in%20the,metabolic%20functions%20in%20the%20system.

Andhra style recipe

🥘Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. When the oil is hot enough, add mustard seeds and cumin. Wait until the mustard seeds pop up. If you have add curry leaves and garlic.
🥘Now, add chopped onions and green chillies. Sauté until the onions become soft.(optional).
🥘To this add the snake gourd pieces, red chili powder, salt, and turmeric powder. Sauté for a minute. Cover with lid and cook for 5 minutes over medium heat.
🥘Add milk and cook over medium heat till the vegetable is completely cooked and you get the desired consistency. Adjust salt if required.
🥘Turn off the heat and garnish with finely chopped coriander.
🥘Serve Snake Gourd Curry with rice, bread, roti or paratha.

08/12/2025

Veggie of the day.

We offer amazing variety of greens for summer. We harvest greens the first thing in the morning, where they’re the juiciest.

we have smaller summer growing season in Virginia, but we can grow a lot local. The best thing we could do for ourselves is consume what’s in season so right now tropical greens and veggies are in season so let’s figure out ways too preserve or consume them.

Picture moringa this morning

“…, moringa is said to provide 7 times more vitamin C than oranges, 10 times more vitamin A than carrots, 17 times more calcium than milk, 9 times more protein than yoghurt, 15 times more potassium than bananas and 25 times more iron than spinach “

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213453016300362 #:~:text=In%20fact%2C%20moringa%20is%20said,iron%20than%20spinach%20%5B1%5D.

08/11/2025

Don't Miss Freshness!

We'll be taking a break from the weekend markets this Saturday and Sunday… we'll miss seeing all of you!

But you don't have to miss out on the incredible taste of farm-fresh produce. Our pre-orders for this week are now open on our website! Place your orders by Tuesday.

By ordering, you're securing the freshest vegetables possible, harvested right before your Thursday delivery or pickup.

You simply can't get fresher than this, unless you're in the field picking it yourself!

Imagine the vibrant colors and rich flavors of our veggies turns simple meals into something truly satisfying and nurturing.

Place your pre-order to ensure you get your share of this week's harvest before it's gone!

Gongura is looking great in this season. Preserve as pickle, chutney, paste, or make Gongura daal, chicken or mutton 😋

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08/10/2025

Thank you all Community supporting members. Saturday all our greens and other produce took to market was almost sold out, that’s most gratifying. THANK YOU! Thanks to our subscription members, local businesses, all the patrons stopping by at the Warrenton and The Plains Farmers market 🙏

08/08/2025