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Much as we hate to admit it, we’ve lately been taking a little break from the farmer’s markets. You see, it’s the beginning of February, and though the weather has started to point towards spring, at the farmer’s market, it’s still October of last year: cabbage, parsnips, squash and potatoes, and that’s about it. The one bright spot in all of this culinary gloom is the fabulous citrus available this time of year, but you won’t find that at the farmer’s market.

We just ate a remarkable tomato--a Brandywine heirloom variety, we ate it apple-style--and it reminded us that tonight is the Columbia City farmer's market. From 3-7 p.m., you have the opportunity to restock your locally-grown fruits, vegetables, nuts, and meats at the Columbia Plaza, located at 4801 Rainier Ave. S. Here's what's in season in the Pacific Northwest this month, and please don't forget to eat your fill of juice-laden heirloom tomatoes while they last. We've also heard the tamales at the Columbia City market are not to be missed.

Oh, hooray for delicious Seattle summer and the fruits of its labor! Find more shots like this in the Seattlest Flickr Pool!

"Salad Anyone?" by Asherblue