Last Friday I stopped by the Greenmarket in Union Square to drop off my compost. I should have just left then and there, but I could not stop myself from perusing all of the stands that were there. But I did not stop there, I ended up buying a bunch of stuff, even though I was going away for the weekend. But it was not entirely my fault. Right at the beginning there was the Greenmarket booth with a man doing a demo using some of the foods that were for sale at the stands. I decided to look and see what he was doing, in case it was something inspiring. Oh boy. I was not expecting that he would be making what has since become my favorite late Spring/early Summer salad recipe! It was the most simple combination of things: torn spinach leaves, chopped baby fennel, sliced strawberries, and finely grated aged Cheddar. All topped with a sweet vinegar. How could I not buy all of those things and make it at home? So, I ended up supporting the local economy and bringing those groceries home with me for the weekend, and ended up wowing my boyfriend with a strawberry salad. I did not ever find out who he was or if this was an actual recipe that he has documented somewhere, so if you are he, and you ever read this, please contact me! For the rest of you, please check out our Strawberry Fields Salad with Balsamic Vinegar Recipe. The aged Cheddar adds a very unique touch, and is a must here!