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Mark Mills, Farmer, Chef and Chocolatier


October-December 2025 Farm Classes, Socials, and Chocolate
Plenty of tasty, creative activities at the farm for October through December

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Sep 1, 20253 min read
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Week 14: Winter Squash,Many Routes to Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm
The field is yielding many varieties of winter squash as summer vegetables keep coming and flowers decorate and nurture the field. There are many routes for visiting the farm.

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Aug 22, 20252 min read
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Introducing Chef Missy and NEW Cookie Decorating Classes at The Learning Kitchen at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm!
New cookie-decorating classes begin with this beach-themed set. Come learn royal icing techniques with Chef Missy.

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Aug 3, 20252 min read
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Week 11: Melon Mania, plus Corn, Tomatoes, Green Beans and More!
Learn what will be at the Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm Summer Market for Week 11, Melons, Corn, and more

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jul 31, 20252 min read
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Week 8 in the Wonder of Summer Vegetable Celebration at the Farm Market
Week 8 brings a new wave of fruit and veg: peaches, tomatoes, peppers

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jul 4, 20251 min read
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Tomato Tide is Coming In, Prepare for the Tomato Rainbow
The tomato tide is coming. Get your first Bella Rosa red slicers on Saturday at Chocolates and Tomatoes

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jul 4, 20252 min read
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Exploring Kale
There's such a variety of kale out there! Let's learn about a few together.

Laykin
Jul 4, 20253 min read
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Patriotic Harvest and Treats for Week 7 On-Farm Market Saturday
Decorate your table with the red, white, and blue harvest and treats

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jun 27, 20251 min read
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How To Use Beets!
There's so many ways to use beets. Let's take a look!

Laykin
Jun 12, 20252 min read
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Rotating Filled Chocolate Flavors and Styles at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm
Find out what our current artisan filled truffle collection looks like and available flavors.

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jun 8, 20253 min read
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Week 4 On-Farm Market: Blueberries Join the Fun, New Chocolate Flavors
Get first blueberries of the season on Saturday, June 7 at On-Farm Market

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jun 6, 20251 min read
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Welcome, Laykin, creative assistant!
Welcome, Laykin, as Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm food blogger, kitchen and market assistant!

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jun 5, 20251 min read
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Introducing Collard Greens
Collard greens are absolutely delicious and easy to cook with. Learn a bit about them and check out this recipe!

Laykin
Jun 5, 20253 min read
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Week 2, Chocolates and Tomatoes On-Farm Market
At Week 2 of the on-farm seasonal market we've got everything from Week 1 plus new radishes, mushrooms, celery, and more!

Teresa Derrick-Mills
May 24, 20251 min read
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Let's Talk Mushrooms!
Ever wondered what to actually do with mushrooms? Well here's a quick guide for some popular mushrooms!

Laykin
May 23, 20253 min read
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A Quick Look At Herbs On The Farm
There's so many amazing herbs on the Farm. How many do you recognize?

Laykin
May 16, 20252 min read
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Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm 2025 Seasonal Market Begins May 17!
Join us for opening day or any Saturday mid-May through mid-September for fresh from the field treats!

Teresa Derrick-Mills
May 14, 20253 min read
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Bringing Nutritious Food to the Table Takes Many Skills, Roles, and Tools
Farm-to-table is about all the steps from seeds to planting to harvesting to cooking, and all the tools and know-how that goes with it. We are all pieces of a complex puzzle.

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Apr 30, 20252 min read
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Thanks for the Teaching Recognition
In addition to being the co-owner, lead farmer, chef, chocolatier, and teacher of cooking classes at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm , Mark...

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Apr 13, 20252 min read
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Get Fanciful Easter Treats and Everyday April Chocolates!
Follow the bunny parade to get plenty of chocolate treats

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Apr 6, 20251 min read
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