Food for Thought

Stories, seasonal notes, and insights from our farmers, makers, and community.

The Starter Guide

The Weekly Rhythm 

A simple, local way food moves from nearby farms to your kitchen.

If you’re used to grocery shopping on autopilot, this weekly rhythm might feel a little different.. Slower, more intentional, and (a lot) more delicious. 

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What We Mean by Seasonal Eating
(and What We Don’t) 

Seasonal eating gets talked about a lot but it can be very misunderstood. 

You don’t get strawberries year-round, but when you do get them? Holy cow. They will be the sweetest, juiciest ones you’ve probably tasted in your life. 

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How We Choose Our Partners

When you shop through The Local Markethouse, you’re not browsing some giant logistics warehouse or scrolling through a directory of sellers. You’re stepping into a small, curated network of farmers, ranchers, dairies, bakers, makers and more - people we know, trust and happily feed our own family. 

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Inside the Hives: A Visit with Hive Riot Honey in Keller, Texas
Inside the Hives: A Visit with Hive Riot Honey in Keller, Texas
Earlier this week, Brandyn and I had the opportunity to tour a handful of hives at Hive Riot Honey, and we walked away with a completely new appreciation for what... Read more...
Kitchen Composting Basics
Kitchen Composting Basics
The Do’s, Don’ts, and What’s Actually Worked for Us If you’ve ever paused mid–meal prep wondering whether a carrot peel belongs in the trash or somewhere better, you’re already halfway... Read more...
How to Go Minimal Waste: Winter Kitchen Edition
How to Go Minimal Waste: Winter Kitchen Edition
A cozy reset; not a perfection project Winter has a way of pulling us back into the kitchen. The oven’s on more often. There’s always something simmering. Soup happens twice... Read more...
Friends Don’t Let Friends Eat Store-Bought Honey!
Friends Don’t Let Friends Eat Store-Bought Honey!
Guest Author: Matthew Burton What “Local” Really Means, Why Organic Labels Can Mislead, and Why Bee Pollen Might Be the Real Superfood Let’s unpack what actually matters when it comes... Read more...
When the Peacocks Came Calling
When the Peacocks Came Calling
There are certain visitors you expect out here, maybe a neighbor stopping by with fresh eggs, or a package dropped on the porch. But one sunny Saturday, our guests strutted... Read more...
Top 10 In-Season Produce Picks for North Texas - December Edition
Top 10 In-Season Produce Picks for North Texas - December Edition
Welcome to our December harvest roundup! Winter in North Texas brings a surprising amount of abundance — tender greens, sweetened roots, cool-season herbs, and hearty brassicas that thrive when temperatures... Read more...
Top 10 In-Season Produce Picks for North Texas – January Edition
Top 10 In-Season Produce Picks for North Texas – January Edition
Eating seasonally in January isn’t about trends or resets, it’s about cooking with what’s reliable, nourishing, and easy to work into real life. These are the vegetables that store well,... Read more...
Organic Labels: What They Mean <br>(and why it’s only one data point)
Organic Labels: What They Mean
(and why it’s only one data point)
Seeing an organic label can feel reassuring. It’s one of those few food labels most people recognize and trust.  But organic certification often isn’t quite what people think it is. ... Read more...
Pro Tips From Regulars
Pro Tips From Regulars
You don’t need a perfect system or color-coded meal plan to shop well at The Local Markethouse. Long gone are the days of my giant lists heading to the grocery... Read more...
Is This for You? (and when it might be, and that’s okay!)
Is This for You? (and when it might be, and that’s okay!)
The Local Markethouse isn’t meant to replace every way you buy food - although, for many, it eventually becomes their main grocery source.  It’s designed to be flexible.  You can... Read more...
How We Choose Our Partners
How We Choose Our Partners
When you shop through The Local Markethouse, you’re not browsing some giant logistics warehouse or scrolling through a directory of sellers.  You’re stepping into a small, curated network of farmers,... Read more...
What We Mean by Seasonal Eating (and What We Don’t)
What We Mean by Seasonal Eating (and What We Don’t)
What We Mean by Seasonal Eating (and What We Don’t)  Seasonal eating gets talked about a lot but it can be very misunderstood. Let’s get clear about What we don’t mean... Read more...
The Weekly Rhythm
The Weekly Rhythm
A simple, local way food moves from nearby farms to your kitchen If you’re used to grocery shopping on autopilot, this weekly rhythm might feel a little different.. Slower, more... Read more...