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The Host Notes helps you create connection around the table through seasonal recipes, casual gatherings, and everyday hospitality.
08/08/2026
Kinda chic to rarely jump on trends but when you do- you really DO. I do love a ‘get to know each other’ trend. Which do you resonate with most?
Kinda chic to:
1- Support your local farmers market 🧑🌾
2- To know hospitality isn’t about showing off (it’s about inviting people in) 💌
3- Romanticize Tuesday night dinner 🍽️
4- Take a neighborhood joy walk 🌼
5- Create a full meal out of tinned fish and random nibbles 🐟
6- Make delicious, simple food with what you have on hand 🍲
7- Make dishes from old family cookbooks (and not AI) 📚
8- Love beets in all their earthy glory
9- Support local wherever your travels take you ✈️
10- Put your own spin on tradition ✨
11- Bring local farms to a dinner gathering 🥒
12- Use what you have to make people feel seen and cared for 🎁
13- Bring people into your imperfect home 🏡
You can't beet local!
Let's be honest... beets tend to be one of those vegetables you either love... or politely push to the side. 😄
But our friends at and are here to make the case for giving them another chance!
This week's market feature shines a spotlight on one of summer's most vibrant veggies, with fun recipe inspiration and tips for bringing fresh, local beets into your kitchen.
Whether you're already a beet enthusiast or still on the fence, this video just might turn you into a beet believer.
Watch the video, get inspired, and then come see what's in season this Thursday at the Snohomish Farmers Market.
Recipe here: https://thehostnotes.com/raw-golden-beet-salad/
07/25/2026
Just published: "The July Gather from Amber Dawn at The Host Notes".
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The July Gather from Amber Dawn at The Host Notes The Monthly Gather from The Host Notes delivers seasonal recipes, hospitality inspiration, and insightful notes to help you gather with more joy.
07/21/2026
The first time I willingly ate a beet, I was surprised and delighted by the sweet and earthy flavor. I'm on a bit of a mission to find new ways to prepare market-sourced dishes that any guest can enjoy.
This Raw Golden Beet Salad features a lemony-Dijon vinaigrette and is one part salad, one part slaw, packed full of flavor, crispy-crunchy texture, and can be made ahead of time to make gathering with friends and family a bit simpler.
Recipe linked in the captions. I hope you make it, enjoy, and share with people you love. Cheers, friends!
Every season brings something new... and that's exactly how we like it!
One of the things we hear most from our shoppers is, "I love that there's always something new to discover."
Meet Loretta, of Dupree Seasonings LLC , one of our wonderful new vendors this season!
Whether you're looking to elevate your weeknight dinners, find a new grilling favorite, or add a little extra flavor to your summer recipes, be sure to stop by and say hello this Thursday.
(And bonus points if you spot the Snohomish Farmers Market hoodie in this video... we'd say Loretta wears it well! 😉)
Thank you for continuing to support the local businesses that make our market such a special place. We can't wait to see you tomorrow from 3-7pm!
How to Clean Leeks (and my favorite way to use them)| Leeks are those large, green-onion looking stalks sometimes overlooked because they’re not often used in day-to-day cooking in a lot of kitchens. Until now, of course! They’re sweet and deep in flavor, a bit more subtle on the onion-y scale, and add really delightful notes to a dish.
Bonus: Comment RECIPE and I’ll send my Creamy Potato Leek Soup recipe to your DMs for safe keeping. It’s luscious and flavorful, perfect for rainy days and any season in need of a bit of comfort. It’s also dairy-free.
https://thehostnotes.com/creamy-potato-leek-soup-without-cream/
I hope you make it, enjoy, and share with people you love. Cheers, friends!
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