Saturday’s Maple Valley Farmers Market features executive chef Chaz Olsen and pastry chef Amelia Higgins from the Lake Wilderness Grill who will showcase their culinary skills.

Olsen will use ingredients purchased fresh at the market, which he will demonstrate using “quick, tasty and easy ways to prepare.” Olsen’s goal is to make people feel comfortable and to have them understand that food doesn’t have to be complicated.

“I really love the local community feel of farmers markets,” Olsen said. “If I had my way, I would probably shop there for the restaurant every weekend, but it’s just not realistic at this point.”

He plans, however, to purchase additional fruits and vegetables that he will use in some specials that night at Lake Wilderness Grill.

“I’m excited for this chance to interact with community and do my part to support the keep it local movement,” Olsen said. “Hopefully this will be a great chance for me to meet new people and introduce myself and my cooking style to everyone, as well. I’m sure not many people know that their local grill has a new chef.”  

In addition, Higgins, will make some quick and yummy treats created with the local produce, dairy and honey available at the Market.

Musical entertainment this week will be provided by Train Wreck, a five-man cover band who plays local events and restaurants.

Alyssa Schnell and Riley Hancke, youth entrepreneurs, will return for a second week to sell T-shirts, baked goods and craft items to raise money for a school-sponsored trip to Washington, D.C. in the spring.