St Lawrence Market in the Winter

I really miss the summer, especially being able to go outside without having to put on a lot of layers, farmers' markets, fun outdoor summer activities (like outdoor swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, going to the beach), and barbecues!  However, winter is not all bad (just mostly bad).  Kidding!  Not really - I don't like winter!  Nevertheless, last weekend we went to St. Lawrence Market and it was still great!!!  Here is our spread:

We got (from left to right, front row; then left to right, back row):  tiny red potatoes, summer sausage, delicious cheeses from Monforte, Bulgaria feta cheese and olives, Niagara prosciutto, the freshest baguette (which we consumed alarmingly quickly), spinach, Romanesco broccoli, 3 pastries, kale (the top of the plant), and red swiss chard.

It was funny at the Monforte stall because the lady asked, "Do you like cured, smoked, dry salami?"  Which is funny if you know Aki because that's definitely one of his favourite foods.  Even as I'm writing this, I'm not sure you will think this is funny.

Out of the veggies, so far we have had the spinach and swiss chard, and we will have the kale today.  Tomorrow we will cook up the Romanesco broccoli and see how that is.  Wikipedia says, "Romanesco broccoli has a milder flavor (more creamy and nutty, and less bitter) than conventional broccoli and cauliflower."  Should be interesting!  :)