Edible Paradise :: Seasonal Cooking

Edible Paradise celebrates the year-round abundance of the highest quality, freshest food grown on the Central Coast by our family farmers at the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets. If you enjoy preparing and eating locally grown food, this blog is for you!

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Looking for unique holiday gift ideas for friends and family? You might not need to look any further than your pantry to make gifts from your kitchen! Right now, farmers’ markets are brimming with seasonal goodies like dried fruits and nuts—perfect for creating delectable homemade treats. Late fall fruits like apples and persimmons are ideal...
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Transform your dishes with this simple yet irresistible hot honey recipe! Perfectly balancing sweet and spicy, this versatile condiment enhances everything from appetizers to fried chicken, grilled salmon, roasted vegetables, and cornbread. It even adds a delightful kick to tea or cocktails—and makes a thoughtful holiday gift for food-loving friends and family. Thanks to our...
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Thanksgiving is a time to gather, share gratitude, and indulge in a memorable feast. Whether you’re planning a classic Thanksgiving spread for family or a cozy Friendsgiving with close friends, our farmers market has everything you need to make it memorable. From seasonal favorites like apple and pecan pies (including a gluten-free pie crust option)...
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Freshly harvested root vegetables, including turnips and rutabagas, placed on a rustic wooden cutting board in a cozy kitchen setting.
At the farmers market, you might see turnips and rutabagas side by side, and it’s easy to mistake one for the other. Both root vegetables belong to the Brassica family, making them cousins to cabbages and Brussels sprouts. However, turnips and rutabagas have their own unique flavors, textures, and culinary uses that make them worth...
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Most families have favorite stuffing or dressing recipes that have been passed down for several generations. If you weren’t privy to the early Thanksgiving morning kitchen activities as a kid, there’s a chance you may have missed watching Mom or Grandma making their signature stuffing. There are many stuffing recipes and variations from region to...
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Brussels sprouts roasted
Brussels sprouts used to have a bit of a reputation, didn’t they? Many of us grew up seeing them mostly on Grandma’s Thanksgiving table, where their strong taste and unpleasant smell didn’t always make them the crowd favorite. But times have changed, and so have our cooking methods! Thanks to innovative recipes and techniques, Brussels...
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Manzanita Manor Organics is back at the farmers market today with their exceptional walnuts. These aren’t your average walnuts! Grown organically and dry-farmed for intense, rich flavor, they’re a crunchy, buttery treat you’ll want in every dish. Perfect for snacking, baking, or adding that extra flair to your salads.

#montereyfarmersmarket #manzanitamanororganics #dryfarmed #sustainablefarming #walnuts #cagrown #organicwalnuts

Manzanita Manor Organics is back at the farmers market today with their exceptional walnuts. These aren’t your average walnuts! Grown organically and dry-farmed for intense, rich flavor, they’re a crunchy, buttery treat you’ll want in every dish. Perfect for snacking, baking, or adding that extra flair to your salads.

#montereyfarmersmarket #manzanitamanororganics #dryfarmed #sustainablefarming #walnuts #cagrown #organicwalnuts
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La Marea’s salmon makes a delicious  winter meal! Salmon is one of the healthiest, most nutritious fish you can eat. Be sure to check our companion website, Edible Paradise, for recipes and fish cooking guides (link in bio). 

The Monterey Farmers Market is open today until noon at the Del Monte Shopping Center. Lots of free parking and easy access. 

#lamarea #salmon #montereyfarmersmarket #edibleparadiserecipes #delmonteshoppingcenter

La Marea’s salmon makes a delicious winter meal! Salmon is one of the healthiest, most nutritious fish you can eat. Be sure to check our companion website, Edible Paradise, for recipes and fish cooking guides (link in bio).

The Monterey Farmers Market is open today until noon at the Del Monte Shopping Center. Lots of free parking and easy access.

#lamarea #salmon #montereyfarmersmarket #edibleparadiserecipes #delmonteshoppingcenter
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Brokaw Ranch is back with avocados!

Have you tried their Carmen variety?  Similar to  Hass avocado, Carmen avocados have a thick, bumpy, dark-green-to-black skin when ripe. 
The flesh is creamy with a rich, nutty flavor. They are buttery and delicious! 

#brokawranch #avocados #californiagrown #montereyfarmersmarket #carmenavocados #delmonteshoppingcenter

Brokaw Ranch is back with avocados!

Have you tried their Carmen variety? Similar to Hass avocado, Carmen avocados have a thick, bumpy, dark-green-to-black skin when ripe.
The flesh is creamy with a rich, nutty flavor. They are buttery and delicious!

#brokawranch #avocados #californiagrown #montereyfarmersmarket #carmenavocados #delmonteshoppingcenter
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A delicious start to the morning begins with a stop at Sweet Elena’s Bakery for freshly baked pastries! Hint: the croissants are fabulous! 

The Monterey Farmers Market is open today from 8 am until 12 pm. Be sure to check travel advisories if coming south from Santa Cruz County. 

#sweetelenasbakeryandcafe #montereyfarmersmarket #croissants #delmonteshoppingcenter

A delicious start to the morning begins with a stop at Sweet Elena’s Bakery for freshly baked pastries! Hint: the croissants are fabulous!

The Monterey Farmers Market is open today from 8 am until 12 pm. Be sure to check travel advisories if coming south from Santa Cruz County.

#sweetelenasbakeryandcafe #montereyfarmersmarket #croissants #delmonteshoppingcenter
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Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! We are open until noon today. Please check traffic advisories if you are coming south from Santa Cruz county for detours due to the Moss Landing fire. 

Have you discovered the sweet, tangy cherry guavas at Borba Family Farms?  They are perfect for snacking, jams, or adding a tropical twist to your favorite recipes.

#montereyfarmersmarket #borbafamilyfarm #delmonteshoppingcenter #seasonalfruit #cherryguava

Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! We are open until noon today. Please check traffic advisories if you are coming south from Santa Cruz county for detours due to the Moss Landing fire.

Have you discovered the sweet, tangy cherry guavas at Borba Family Farms? They are perfect for snacking, jams, or adding a tropical twist to your favorite recipes.

#montereyfarmersmarket #borbafamilyfarm #delmonteshoppingcenter #seasonalfruit #cherryguava
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Don’t miss the Lion’s Mane mushrooms from Sumano Mushrooms at New Native’s booth this morning! 

Known for their delicate texture and mild seafood-like flavor, Lion’s Mane is perfect for:

🔥 Sautéing with butter and garlic
🍜 Adding to soups and ramen
🍽️ Use for vegan crab cakes

The farmers market is open until noon! 

#lionsmanemushroom #newnatives #montereyfarmersmarket

Don’t miss the Lion’s Mane mushrooms from Sumano Mushrooms at New Native’s booth this morning!

Known for their delicate texture and mild seafood-like flavor, Lion’s Mane is perfect for:

🔥 Sautéing with butter and garlic
🍜 Adding to soups and ramen
🍽️ Use for vegan crab cakes

The farmers market is open until noon!

#lionsmanemushroom #newnatives #montereyfarmersmarket
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Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! It’s a beautiful, brisk morning, so grab your jacket and come shop! 

This will be the last weekend to pick up dried Blenheim apricots from Pulido Farms, so pick up an extra bag or two. 

The farmers market is open until noon today. 

#montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #pulidofarms #blenheimapricots

Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! It’s a beautiful, brisk morning, so grab your jacket and come shop!

This will be the last weekend to pick up dried Blenheim apricots from Pulido Farms, so pick up an extra bag or two.

The farmers market is open until noon today.

#montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #pulidofarms #blenheimapricots
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Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! 

Don’t miss these amazing savory galettes available at Companion Bakeshop’s booth today! These tasty galettes check all the boxes for breakfast! 

The market is open until noon! Tomorrow the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College is open 8 am - 12 pm. Hope to see you soon! 

#farmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #montereyfarmersmarket #companionbakeshop

Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center!

Don’t miss these amazing savory galettes available at Companion Bakeshop’s booth today! These tasty galettes check all the boxes for breakfast!

The market is open until noon! Tomorrow the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College is open 8 am - 12 pm. Hope to see you soon!

#farmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #montereyfarmersmarket #companionbakeshop
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Need a few last minute gifts? This is the last weekend to shop at the farmers markets before Christmas! Download our gift guide to find our favorite treasures at the markets! 

Visit our website at www.montereybayfarmers.org to download your copy!

Happy holidays! 

#aptosfarmersmarket @montereyfarmersmarket

Need a few last minute gifts? This is the last weekend to shop at the farmers markets before Christmas! Download our gift guide to find our favorite treasures at the markets!

Visit our website at www.montereybayfarmers.org to download your copy!

Happy holidays!

#aptosfarmersmarket @montereyfarmersmarket
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✨ Refill. Reuse. Repeat. ✨ Belle Farms is making sustainability easy and delicious with their eco-friendly refillable bottles of award-winning extra virgin olive oil!

Save money while enjoying the freshest, highest-quality olive oil available. Swing by the Monterey or Aptos Farmers Markets this weekend  and make the switch to sustainable, local goodness.

#supportlocal  #ecofriendlyliving #BelleFarms #extravirginoliveoil #farmersmarketfinds  #sustainableliving #montereyfarmersmarket #evoo #delmonteshoppingcenter

✨ Refill. Reuse. Repeat. ✨ Belle Farms is making sustainability easy and delicious with their eco-friendly refillable bottles of award-winning extra virgin olive oil!

Save money while enjoying the freshest, highest-quality olive oil available. Swing by the Monterey or Aptos Farmers Markets this weekend and make the switch to sustainable, local goodness.

#supportlocal #ecofriendlyliving #BelleFarms #extravirginoliveoil #farmersmarketfinds #sustainableliving #montereyfarmersmarket #evoo #delmonteshoppingcenter
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Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! 

These fragrant, delicate paperwhite flowers are now in bloom and waiting for you at Pacific Rare Nursery’s booth! Perfect for brightening up your home this season 🎄. They also make the perfect hostess gift for holiday parties. 

The farmers market is open until noon—come do some holiday shopping with us! 

#farmersmarketfinds #paperwhites #freshflowers  #holidayvibes #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #pacificrarenursery

Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center!

These fragrant, delicate paperwhite flowers are now in bloom and waiting for you at Pacific Rare Nursery’s booth! Perfect for brightening up your home this season 🎄. They also make the perfect hostess gift for holiday parties.

The farmers market is open until noon—come do some holiday shopping with us!

#farmersmarketfinds #paperwhites #freshflowers #holidayvibes #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #pacificrarenursery
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