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Photography Mira Adwell; Shell Royster; Mira Adwell & ShutterstockPhotos 23Issue April 2023
Heart & SoilElla Ray DeMey samples a strawberry at Wabi Sabi Farm in Cordesville.Since 1976, Pete Ambrose (above) and his wife, Babs, have farmed a variety of produce, including strawberries, at Ambrose Family Farm on Wadmalaw Island.Picking berries at Boone Hall Farms.Heart & SoilHeart & SoilTen acres of U-pick strawberries await at Boone Hall Farms. Did You Know? The strawberry isn’t a true berry, but a small genus of low perennial herbs (Fragaria) that is a member of the rose family (Rosaceae).Berry fun times at the annual Lowcountry Strawberry Festival at Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens; family-friendly activities on back-to-back weekends from March 31 to April 8 include pie-eating contests, amusement rides, a petting zoo, and, of course, plenty of ripe berries.Heart & SoilHeart & SoilHeart & SoilHeart & SoilHeart & SoilStrawberry picking at Boone Hall Farms.Strawberry picking at Boone Hall Farms.Strawberry-Mint PreservesStrawberry SaladStrawberry-lemon breadFraîche Take - Since the 19th century, strawberries and cream have been traditional Wimbledon fare. Perhaps the Credit One Charleston Open tennis tourney (April 1-9) needs its own specialty snack? We propose strawberries with crème fraîche, a nod to our city’s French heritage. To make this soured cream treat, simply combine a tablespoon of buttermilk with a cup of (not ultra) pasteurized heavy cream in a glass container, cover with cheesecloth, set at room temperature for 12 to 24 hours, and then refrigerate.Strawberry Picnic: 1.Raincoast Crisps or a baguette, 2.Brie or Grana Padano cheese, 3.Walnuts, 4.Honey or balsamic glaze, 5.Strawberries -- Take a crisp, or baguette slice, add a small layer of Brie or Grana Padano, and top with a walnut and strawberry slice. Add a drizzle of honey or balsamic vinegar glaze. Serve with a chilled rosé.Strawberry ToastMake strawberry ice cream with the Lee Brothers’ recipe. Top with sweet and salty crushed peanuts for additional flavor and texture.Strawberry Rosé Sangria

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Heart & Soil: Celebrate strawberry season at these Lowcountry U-pick farms, then find an array of recipes for the juicy red gems
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