As temperatures drop in late October 2025, farmers markets in Asheville, North Carolina, are offering seasonal produce and products. The recent cold weather has increased demand for items that may support immune health. Markets are providing fall produce, local honey, and herbal teas. These ingredients are used in home remedies and meals during colder months.
One home remedy available is homemade cough drops. These can be made with local honey, fresh ginger, lemon juice, and powdered sugar or cornstarch. The recipe makes about 30 drops, which can be stored for up to four weeks. Local honey is available from vendors such as Wilderkin BeeKeeping, Sister of Mother Earth, and Wee Bee Folk at various Asheville markets. Fresh ginger can be found at Thatchmore Farm, Wild East Farm, and Lee’s One Fortune Farm.
Another option is a traditional chicken and vegetable soup, sometimes called ‘Italian Penicillin.’ This soup uses a whole chicken, vegetables, and herbs. Stew hens for broth are available from Dry Ridge Farm at several Asheville markets. The recipe includes onion, carrots, celery, garlic, chicken broth, and pastina pasta, and is finished with parmesan and parsley…