Strawberries
Strawberries are the harbinger of spring — they usually the first fruit to ripen in spring. Strawberries are grown in every state in the U.S., but California grows over 75% of the commercial strawberries in the U.S. Strawberries are packed with nutrients and make a healthy snack, a delightful addition to salads, or healthy desserts.
First Fruit of Spring
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Cabbage
While cabbage is available year round in our area, it’s especially appreciated in early spring for making homemade sauerkraut! It’s a great beginner’s project. Rich in probiotics, sauerkraut promotes gut health by introducing beneficial bacteria to the digestive system, aiding in digestion and enhancing nutrient absorption.
TIME TO MAKE SAUERKRAUT
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Beets
Both red and gold beets are abundant in essential nutrients that offer a myriad of health benefits. They are delicious roasted, steamed, or raw. Beets can be used in savory or sweet dishes lending their rich, earthy flavor to salads, soups, pickles, and vegetable medleys. Click on the link below for our favorite recipes!
A VERSATILE VEGGIE PACKED WITH ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS
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Asparagus
Without a doubt, asparagus is one of the harbingers of spring at the farmers’ markets. And these nutritious spears can be cooked in numerous ways — grilled, roasted, steamed, or sauteed. Add them to quiches, pasta or salads, or enjoy them as an appetizer. Harbinger of Spring
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Rhubarb
What is it about rhubarb — it seems people either love it or hate it! Although technically a vegetable, most use rhubarb like a fruit in pies, cakes, sauces, relishes, and jams. Since rhubarb arrives about the same time as strawberries in spring, it's often paired with strawberries in desserts.
Love it or hate it?
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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!
Planning an Easter brunch for the family or hosting a relaxed Sunday gathering with friends? Hosting a weekend brunch is a breeze with most of the prep work done ahead, ensuring you get to join the fun too! Crafting a brunch menu entails a mix of savory and sweet offerings served buffet-style. From overnight French...{ Continue Reading }
On St. Patrick’s Day, there’s no dish quite as iconic as a hearty serving of corned beef. This traditional Irish-American dish, gently braised with spices and vegetables, symbolizes the festive Irish spirit of the occasion. Served alongside steaming cabbage, carrots, and creamy new potatoes or boxty, each bite of succulent corned beef evokes the rich...{ Continue Reading }
Sauerkraut stands as a favorite beginner’s project for home fermentation enthusiasts due to its simplicity. It’s a straightforward recipe requiring just cabbage, salt, and a bit of scientific understanding. Once mastered, it opens doors to a variety of other fermented foods like pickles and kimchi! The Science Behind Sauerkraut Lactobacillus bacteria, known as “friendly” bacteria,...{ Continue Reading }
Elevate your diet effortlessly by incorporating microgreens – the tiny but mighty nutrition boosters. Ounce for ounce, microgreens pack more nutrients than virtually any other natural food. These miniature wonders are the seedlings of various plants, typically between seven to ten days old, sprouted from seeds yet to develop true leaves. Despite their small size,...{ Continue Reading }
Artichokes are ubiquitous on the Central California coast. Artichokes love the mild, foggy climate. Fields of artichokes in various stages of maturing flank both sides of Highway One on the way to Monterey. Castroville is the official artichoke capital and hosts the annual Castroville Artichoke Food & Wine Festival. While artichokes are available year-round, the...{ Continue Reading }
This hot honey recipe is easy to make and can be used in so many delicious ways! Everyone loves this spicy-sweet condiment on everything from drizzling a bit over appetizers, on fried chicken, grilled salmon, roasted vegetables, and cornbread, or adding a bit to your hot tea or a cocktail. It also makes a great...{ Continue Reading }
Lavender Creek Company is at the Aptos Farmers Market with their delightful bath products made from lavender they grow on their farm in Carmel. We are especially fond of the refreshing lavender wipes—so handy to place a few in your purse or car. And don’t miss their bubble bath! Who wouldn’t love to be enveloped in lavender fragrance in a calming bath? It’s safe for kiddos too—and what a nice way to soothe them before bedtime!
Lavender Creek Company is at the Aptos Farmers Market with their delightful bath products made from lavender they grow on their farm in Carmel. We are especially fond of the refreshing lavender wipes—so handy to place a few in your purse or car. And don’t miss their bubble bath! Who wouldn’t love to be enveloped in lavender fragrance in a calming bath? It’s safe for kiddos too—and what a nice way to soothe them before bedtime!
Spade & Plow Organics offers a wide selection of items, including eggs, salad mixes, and of course the beautiful fresh produce they are known for. Rainbow chard is in and it’s hard to pass up these beautiful artichokes!
If artichokes are a mystery to you, check out our companion recipe website at www.edibleparadise.com and do a search for ‘artichokes.’ You’ll find our chef tutorials about prepping and cooking them along with loads of recipes !
The Aptos Farmers Market is THE place to be on Saturday mornings—so hop on it! We are waiting for you! 😄
Spade & Plow Organics offers a wide selection of items, including eggs, salad mixes, and of course the beautiful fresh produce they are known for. Rainbow chard is in and it’s hard to pass up these beautiful artichokes!
If artichokes are a mystery to you, check out our companion recipe website at www.edibleparadise.com and do a search for ‘artichokes.’ You’ll find our chef tutorials about prepping and cooking them along with loads of recipes !
The Aptos Farmers Market is THE place to be on Saturday mornings—so hop on it! We are waiting for you! 😄
Have you met one of our newest vendors, Market Farms? Greenhouse grown and free from pesticides, the lettuce doesn’t get much fresher than this—it’s still growing! Seriously, you are taking home a living plant that will stay fresh as you ‘harvest’ for your salads during the week.
The Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College is open today until noon. Come get your daily dose of sunshine—it’s beautiful today!
Have you met one of our newest vendors, Market Farms? Greenhouse grown and free from pesticides, the lettuce doesn’t get much fresher than this—it’s still growing! Seriously, you are taking home a living plant that will stay fresh as you ‘harvest’ for your salads during the week.
The Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College is open today until noon. Come get your daily dose of sunshine—it’s beautiful today!
Good morning from the Aptos Farmers Market! H & H Fresh Fish Company offers not only locally caught fresh fish, but also an impressive selection of ready-to-eat seafood specialties such as ceviche, poke, crab cakes, salmon burgers, and other delicious spreads and condiments.
Good morning from the Aptos Farmers Market! H & H Fresh Fish Company offers not only locally caught fresh fish, but also an impressive selection of ready-to-eat seafood specialties such as ceviche, poke, crab cakes, salmon burgers, and other delicious spreads and condiments.
The Aptos Farmers Market Cookbook and Gardening Book Exchange returns! Need to downsize your library? Bring your extra cookbooks and gardening books to the farmers market information booth, located on the middle aisle.
If you see another book that you like, help yourself!
The Aptos Farmers Market Cookbook and Gardening Book Exchange returns! Need to downsize your library? Bring your extra cookbooks and gardening books to the farmers market information booth, located on the middle aisle.
If you see another book that you like, help yourself!
Flying Disc Ranch offers California grown dates and seasonal Marsh grapefruit. Marsh grapefruit have floral undertones and are aromatic and sweet, with low, tangy acidity.
Additionally you’ll find another specialty of theirs—a natural date syrup! Dates, in general, are a wonderful natural sweetener and are often used in energy bars for that sweet taste we enjoy. The date syrup can be used in quick breads and cakes, much like you would use honey or maple syrup. It has a rich caramel-like flavor that is particularly nice with whole wheat bread.
Dates are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals like potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B6. They provide sustained energy and can aid digestion due to their high fiber content.
Flying Disc Ranch is at the Monterey Farmers Market as well as the Saturday Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College.
Flying Disc Ranch offers California grown dates and seasonal Marsh grapefruit. Marsh grapefruit have floral undertones and are aromatic and sweet, with low, tangy acidity.
Additionally you’ll find another specialty of theirs—a natural date syrup! Dates, in general, are a wonderful natural sweetener and are often used in energy bars for that sweet taste we enjoy. The date syrup can be used in quick breads and cakes, much like you would use honey or maple syrup. It has a rich caramel-like flavor that is particularly nice with whole wheat bread.
Dates are a nutritional powerhouse, packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals like potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B6. They provide sustained energy and can aid digestion due to their high fiber content.
Flying Disc Ranch is at the Monterey Farmers Market as well as the Saturday Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College.
Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! Need to brighten up your garden with some fresh flowers or need a thoughtful gift for a friend? McCahon Floral has just the ticket—look at these beautiful flowers! And just in time for spring planting. And don’t forget Mothers Day is just around the corner.
The farmers market is open until noon. Hope to see you soon!
Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! Need to brighten up your garden with some fresh flowers or need a thoughtful gift for a friend? McCahon Floral has just the ticket—look at these beautiful flowers! And just in time for spring planting. And don’t forget Mothers Day is just around the corner.
The farmers market is open until noon. Hope to see you soon!
Please join us for the seasonal opening of the Carmel Farmers Market at The Barnyard Shopping Village on Tuesday, May 7.
“You can’t help but love this market at The Barnyard,” said Catherine Barr, MBCFM executive director. “The grounds are beautifully landscaped and in full bloom with seasonal flowers. Customers come by to pick up something to eat and then sit and enjoy the view before they shop.”
The Carmel Farmers Market is open Tuesdays, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. during the peak of the harvest season from early May through the end of September. The Barnyard is located at 3652 The Barnyard in Carmel. This intimate market offers a selection of certified California-grown, local fresh farm produce, plants, and specialty items.
There is ample free parking available with easy access to the market. For a map and driving directions, visit our website at www.montereybayfarmers.org.
Please join us for the seasonal opening of the Carmel Farmers Market at The Barnyard Shopping Village on Tuesday, May 7.
“You can’t help but love this market at The Barnyard,” said Catherine Barr, MBCFM executive director. “The grounds are beautifully landscaped and in full bloom with seasonal flowers. Customers come by to pick up something to eat and then sit and enjoy the view before they shop.”
The Carmel Farmers Market is open Tuesdays, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. during the peak of the harvest season from early May through the end of September. The Barnyard is located at 3652 The Barnyard in Carmel. This intimate market offers a selection of certified California-grown, local fresh farm produce, plants, and specialty items.
There is ample free parking available with easy access to the market. For a map and driving directions, visit our website at www.montereybayfarmers.org.
It’s officially spring and time for refreshing your garden beds. Stop by Pacific Rare Plant Nursery to see the colorful assortment of potted plants ready-to-go for planting. Alejandro is happy to provide tips if you need help!
It’s officially spring and time for refreshing your garden beds. Stop by Pacific Rare Plant Nursery to see the colorful assortment of potted plants ready-to-go for planting. Alejandro is happy to provide tips if you need help!
Spade & Plow Organics have huge artichokes this week! We have lots of recipes on our companion website for preparing them, if you need some new ideas for this California specialty. Visit www.edibleparadise.com and do a quick search for ‘artichokes’ — you’ll find a tutorial as well as numerous recipes. (Clickable link in bio.)
Spade & Plow Organics have huge artichokes this week! We have lots of recipes on our companion website for preparing them, if you need some new ideas for this California specialty. Visit www.edibleparadise.com and do a quick search for ‘artichokes’ — you’ll find a tutorial as well as numerous recipes. (Clickable link in bio.)
Have you discovered the new products at Schoch Dairy? Known for its raw milk and yogurts, their products have expanded to cheeses (including a phenomenal blue cheese!) and a new cultured raw butter. You’ll immediately notice a richer flavor to this locally made butter compared to ‘grocery store’ butter.
Have you discovered the new products at Schoch Dairy? Known for its raw milk and yogurts, their products have expanded to cheeses (including a phenomenal blue cheese!) and a new cultured raw butter. You’ll immediately notice a richer flavor to this locally made butter compared to ‘grocery store’ butter.
How’s your Mojo? We can think of one way to improve it!
Micro greens offer a concentrated dose of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Despite their tiny size, they are packed with flavor and contain nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, and beta-carotene.
Rold Farms Mojo micro greens are great added to sandwiches, tacos, smoothies, or dressed for a light salad.
How’s your Mojo? We can think of one way to improve it!
Micro greens offer a concentrated dose of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Despite their tiny size, they are packed with flavor and contain nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, and beta-carotene.
Rold Farms Mojo micro greens are great added to sandwiches, tacos, smoothies, or dressed for a light salad.