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- Whimsical Welcoming Sign at Whitney’s Entrance
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- The big pickle smiles as you enter the Hydro Stack Farm Whitney’s
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- Whitney’s makes a variety of Jams and Homemade Breads
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- Enjoy a taste of Whitney’s Hydro Farm for Lunch!
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- Whitney’s Tomatoes and Herbs make this soup Delicious!
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- Wheat Grass Shots Served at Whitney’s
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- With The Fabulous Finds At Whitney’s Tef Smiles!
This past weekend my Yorkie, boyfriend and I went for a ride in the convertible to our local Hydro Farmer, Whitney’s. I had read about Whitney’s in the Miami Herald http://www.miamiherald.com/living/food/story/1411167.html, after reading this great story that was a little pioneer, a little foodie and a lot American, I decided to visit Whitney’s. This family business is full enthusiastic smiles ready to help you. Glenn Whitney will happily take you on an informational tour of the Hydro stacker farm area during which you will learn the story from the little avocado stand to the Hydro farm that is growing more everyday.
The herbs, fruit and fresh vegetables make Whitney’s a wonderful option to the grocery store’s fresh prooduce. You can pick your own strawberries, lettuce, basil, cilantro, corn, and the list goes on. Be sure to call ahead to find out what fruits and vegetables Whitney’s has ready for you to pick.
This little oasis is the perfect place to have a lunch on one of the shaded picnic tables. Enjoy a homemade grilled cheese sandwich and a cup of creamy tomato soup, made from the tomatoes grown right there at Whitney’s. For a drink, get ready for a milkshake that leaves you shaking with delight!
Whitney's Tomatoes and Herbs make this soup Delicious!
For your pantry, which I might add will not stay on your shelf too long, be sure to pick up a few jars of Whitney’s Tomato Sauce. Tomato sauce is tomato sauce, not so with the special Whitney Tomato Sauce! This sauce is really fabulous. Very rarely do I find a sauce that will enhance the taste of pizza, omelets, spaghetti, and penne, but this sauce does just that! The sauce is a lovely tribute to the hard-working Whitneys.
Another must have from Whitney’s is the Strawberry jam. This jam is bursting with freshly picked strawberry flavor. It seems that the strawberries are just as enthusiastic about being in the jam as the Whitneys are about running Whitney’s! Try this on a piece of the new dinner bread when you get home, the next morning toast a piece of the dinner bread then cover your toast with Whitney’s Strawberry Jam, what a way to start your day, in Strawberry Happiness.
Enjoy a taste of Whitney's Hydro Farm for Lunch!
Lastly, a certainly do not forget item is Whitney’s Key Lime Pie. This pie has been a pie in the making for several years, only recently has Glenn finally put all his Key Lime Pie ideas together for this Limey Confection. The graham cracker crust is unmistakably homemade, it has a lovely marriage of flavors with graham crackers and buttery goodness. Then comes the creamy lime filling that is the perfect combination of sweet and tart topped off with whipped cream and a lime twist. I dare you to stop at a single serving of Whitney’s Key Lime Pie!
The folks at Whitney’s are fabulous cooks, fine farmers, and friendly food lovers. It only makes good common foodie sense to visit soon and often. Enjoy your trip to the delicious Hydro Farm ,WHITNEY’s. Be sure to call to find out what fruits and vegetable are currently ripe and ready to be picked.
Whitney’s Hydro Farm Produce and Market Place
13981 SW 232 Street
Miami, FL 33170 ( located in the Historic Redlands District)
Whitney’s Phone # 786-232-1193
Email: whineyredlands@aol.com
Web: http://www.redlandriot.com/Whitneys.html
Winter Hours : Tues- Sunday 9:00- 6:00 ( call ahead to make sure they are open)
With The Fabulous Finds At Whitney's Tef Smiles!
