PEARS There are over 3,000 pear varieties cultivated worldwide, with popular favorites like Bartlett, Warren, Bosc, and Anjou leading the pack. Pears are extremely versatile fruits, equally delicious eaten out-of-hand or sliced and served as an appetizer with your favorite cheese. Here's a pear guide to help you select the pears you like best.
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Pomegranates
Many scholars believe that the forbidden fruit that Eve could not resist was a pomegranate, not an apple. The name comes from Middle French, pomme garnete, which means ‘seeded apple.’ Whether you enjoy snacking on the tangy, juicy arils (seeds) or sipping a glass of juice, pomegranates are one of the healthiest foods you can eat! Ruby Jewels of Autumn Learn More
Winter Squash
The Fall farmers market is full of colorful displays of many varieties of winter squash in all shapes and sizes — from familiar pumpkins and butternut squash to more exotic items like turban and kabocha squash. Our market chef, Andrew Cohen, shares his tips for selecting the best winter squash. Fall Harkens Arrival of Winter Squash Learn More
Mushrooms
What were once exotic are now commonplace — shiitakes, oysters, cremini, chanterelles, and Portobellos. The Monterey Bay area produces over 200 million pounds of mushrooms per year and is the second largest producer of mushrooms in the US and third in the world. Pennsylvania, where mushroom farming was pioneered, ranks first in the US for mushroom production. Spore-Powered Superfood Learn More
Homemade Apple Pie The Pajaro Valley, once known as the apple capital of the US, still produces a huge variety of flavorful, heirloom apples. One “secret” our best pie bakers shared is to use a couple of varieties in a pie, such as a combination of Jonagold and Mutsu apples. If you’re looking for a great pie recipe or need a fool-proof pie crust, here’s our best apple pie recipe collection! Nothing Says “Home” Like Apple Pie Learn More
FIGS
California Mission figs are a unique and highly prized variety of figs that are renowned for their rich flavor and succulent texture. They can be enjoyed fresh, straight off the tree, or used in a variety of both sweet and savory dishes. The history of California Mission figs can be traced back to the late 18th century when Franciscan missionaries brought fig cuttings to California as part of their mission to establish agricultural settlements.
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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!
Which kind of pumpkin is best for baking? Smaller is better – large field pumpkins, which are specially bred for Halloween jack-o-lanterns, are generally too tough and stringy for baking. Choose “pie” or "sugar" pumpkins or other flavorful varieties, such as Sugar Baby. Small and sweet, with dark orange-colored flesh, they're perfect for pies, muffins,...{ Continue Reading }
The name “pomegranate” derives from the Latin pomum (‘apple’) and granatus (‘seeded’). Jewish scholars believe that the pomegranate was the original “forbidden fruit” of the Garden of Eden. The pomegranate has been a prominent symbol in many religions and cultures since Biblical times, when Moses promised his followers that they would find the fruit in...{ Continue Reading }
Quince is believed to predate the apple and is often referenced in ancient texts, possibly as the fabled “forbidden fruit” from the Garden of Eden. Greek mythology intertwines quince with Aphrodite, the goddess of love, speculating that the golden apple presented to her by Paris was, in fact, a quince. The Greek word for quince,...{ Continue Reading }
California Mission figs are a unique and highly prized variety of figs that are renowned for their rich flavor and succulent texture. These figs are grown primarily in our sunny state of California, where the climate and soil conditions provide an ideal environment for their cultivation. Here are some interesting facts: Figs are members of...{ Continue Reading }
California, known for its diverse agriculture, is a surprising yet significant player and is positioned to become an emerging leader in the peanut industry. While our state is more famous for almonds and pistachios, peanuts have carved out a niche, particularly in the Central Valley. California’s peanut production benefits from its unique climate, providing the...{ Continue Reading }
Standing in front of a vast display of pears can be overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to remember which variety is best for your recipe. We hope this guide will make your selection easier! The key to picking the perfect pear lies in your personal preferences and the dish you’re planning to create. Pears come...{ Continue Reading }
No Time to Cook? Let Bay Living Culinary Take Care of It!
Chef Jody Lombardo, owner of Bay Living Culinary, sells a delicious variety of fresh and flavorful take-home comfort foods including pot pies, chicken tarragon salad, zesty turkey chili, lemon chicken soup, clam chowder, and simmer sauces. This holiday season Chef Jody will also have traditional Thanksgiving side dishes available at the farmers markets and online.
Stop by her booth to place an order or contact her on her website at www.baylivingculinary.com.
No Time to Cook? Let Bay Living Culinary Take Care of It!
Chef Jody Lombardo, owner of Bay Living Culinary, sells a delicious variety of fresh and flavorful take-home comfort foods including pot pies, chicken tarragon salad, zesty turkey chili, lemon chicken soup, clam chowder, and simmer sauces. This holiday season Chef Jody will also have traditional Thanksgiving side dishes available at the farmers markets and online.
Stop by her booth to place an order or contact her on her website at www.baylivingculinary.com.
Have you tried the artisan chocolate from Qouign? These beautifully packaged treats make thoughtful gifts for friends or hostess gifts this holiday season. Be sure to try their sublime hot chocolate mix—perfect for cozy nights by the fireplace!
The Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center is open until noon today. Tomorrow the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College is open from 8 until noon.
Have you tried the artisan chocolate from Qouign? These beautifully packaged treats make thoughtful gifts for friends or hostess gifts this holiday season. Be sure to try their sublime hot chocolate mix—perfect for cozy nights by the fireplace!
The Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center is open until noon today. Tomorrow the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College is open from 8 until noon.
Make this Thanksgiving stress-free and memorable with our ultimate Thanksgiving planning guide on our companion website! From favorite recipes to expert how-tos, everything you need is in one convenient place. Let us help you create a holiday that’s as enjoyable as it is delicious.
Tap on the link in bio or visit https://edibleparadise.com/home-page-stories/our-thanksgiving-planning-guide-recipes-tips-and-ready-made-delights-for-a-memorable-feast/
Make this Thanksgiving stress-free and memorable with our ultimate Thanksgiving planning guide on our companion website! From favorite recipes to expert how-tos, everything you need is in one convenient place. Let us help you create a holiday that’s as enjoyable as it is delicious.
Tap on the link in bio or visit https://edibleparadise.com/home-page-stories/our-thanksgiving-planning-guide-recipes-tips-and-ready-made-delights-for-a-memorable-feast/
Fresh from Spade & Plow: Organic Romanesco and cauliflower are stealing the show at the farmers market today at the Del Monte Shopping Center! Whether you’re roasting, steaming, or adding to a crudite platter, these vibrant, locally-grown veggies are as delicious as they are beautiful.
If you aren’t familiar with Romanesco, it has a mild, nutty flavor with a hint of sweetness, making it less bitter than broccoli and cauliflower. This makes it versatile for cooking or eating raw.
Fresh from Spade & Plow: Organic Romanesco and cauliflower are stealing the show at the farmers market today at the Del Monte Shopping Center! Whether you’re roasting, steaming, or adding to a crudite platter, these vibrant, locally-grown veggies are as delicious as they are beautiful.
If you aren’t familiar with Romanesco, it has a mild, nutty flavor with a hint of sweetness, making it less bitter than broccoli and cauliflower. This makes it versatile for cooking or eating raw.
Deck the halls with classic red and elegant white poinsettias available today at McCahon Floral. Perfect for bringing holiday cheer to your home or gifting a touch of festive magic.
Pink poinsettias will be available in a few weeks.
Deck the halls with classic red and elegant white poinsettias available today at McCahon Floral. Perfect for bringing holiday cheer to your home or gifting a touch of festive magic.
Pink poinsettias will be available in a few weeks.
Add a touch of elegance to your home with Cymbidium orchids available today at Bay Area Orchids. Known for their vibrant colors and long-lasting blooms, these beauties are a farmers market favorite. Perfect for gifting or creating a stunning centerpiece.
Add a touch of elegance to your home with Cymbidium orchids available today at Bay Area Orchids. Known for their vibrant colors and long-lasting blooms, these beauties are a farmers market favorite. Perfect for gifting or creating a stunning centerpiece.
Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at Del Monte Shopping Center!
Sweet meets tangy with Oro Blanco grapefruit — you’ll find them today at Schletewitz Farm’s booth. This variety is especially nice for refreshing salads, citrusy desserts, or simply snacking on the juicy segments.
The farmers Market is open today until noon—there’s lots of free parking and easy access.
Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at Del Monte Shopping Center!
Sweet meets tangy with Oro Blanco grapefruit — you’ll find them today at Schletewitz Farm’s booth. This variety is especially nice for refreshing salads, citrusy desserts, or simply snacking on the juicy segments.
The farmers Market is open today until noon—there’s lots of free parking and easy access.
The Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center will be ✨OPEN✨on Wednesday, November 27, the day before Thanksgiving. It will be CLOSED on Friday, November 29.
The Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College (Saturdays) and the Monterey Farmers Market (Fridays) are open year-round, rain or shine.
The Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center will be ✨OPEN✨on Wednesday, November 27, the day before Thanksgiving. It will be CLOSED on Friday, November 29.
The Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College (Saturdays) and the Monterey Farmers Market (Fridays) are open year-round, rain or shine....
Schoch Family Farmstead is now offering beef at the farmers market in addition to their raw milk, yogurt, and cheeses! The beef is available at the farmers market as well as by special order.
The beef is from a cross of Wagyu and dairy cattle. Wagyu beef is a type of high-quality, richly marbled beef from specific Japanese cattle breeds. The meat is known for its extraordinary marbling, tenderness, and rich flavor, making it one of the most sought-after types of beef globally.
The marbling in Wagyu beef consists of intramuscular fat, which melts during cooking, giving the beef its signature tenderness and buttery flavor.
Schoch Family Farmstead is now offering beef at the farmers market in addition to their raw milk, yogurt, and cheeses! The beef is available at the farmers market as well as by special order.
The beef is from a cross of Wagyu and dairy cattle. Wagyu beef is a type of high-quality, richly marbled beef from specific Japanese cattle breeds. The meat is known for its extraordinary marbling, tenderness, and rich flavor, making it one of the most sought-after types of beef globally.
The marbling in Wagyu beef consists of intramuscular fat, which melts during cooking, giving the beef its signature tenderness and buttery flavor.
Sweeten your day with nature’s liquid gold! 🍯✨ Amen Bee’s raw honey is pure, unfiltered, and packed with nutrients straight from the hive. Not only does it taste incredible, but it also offers a range of benefits.
🌼 Supports immune health 🐝 Provides antioxidants 🍯 Acts as a natural energy booster 🌻 May help ease seasonal allergies (thanks to local pollen) 😷Helps soothe coughs
And honey is delicious in baked goods or used as a spread for cornbread or biscuits. Just mix equal parts of softened butter and honey for a delectable spread.
Pick up a jar at the Aptos Farmers Market and taste the difference of pure raw honey.
Sweeten your day with nature’s liquid gold! 🍯✨ Amen Bee’s raw honey is pure, unfiltered, and packed with nutrients straight from the hive. Not only does it taste incredible, but it also offers a range of benefits.
🌼 Supports immune health 🐝 Provides antioxidants 🍯 Acts as a natural energy booster 🌻 May help ease seasonal allergies (thanks to local pollen) 😷Helps soothe coughs
And honey is delicious in baked goods or used as a spread for cornbread or biscuits. Just mix equal parts of softened butter and honey for a delectable spread.
Pick up a jar at the Aptos Farmers Market and taste the difference of pure raw honey.
The golden glow is coming from Stackhouse Orchard’s booth! The just-harvested persimmons are beautiful!
Fuyu persimmons are unique because they can be eaten while still firm, unlike other persimmon varieties that need to soften before eating. Their sweet, crisp texture makes them ideal for enjoying raw, like an apple, and they have a mild, honey-like flavor without the astringency found in some persimmons. They are especially nice added to salads and are a great choice for dehydrating to make healthy snacks. Perfect for snacking, baking, or adding to your autumn recipes. And, if you have a dehydrator, they are great for drying!
Be sure to check out persimmon recipes at our companion website—www.edibleparadise.com.
The golden glow is coming from Stackhouse Orchard’s booth! The just-harvested persimmons are beautiful!
Fuyu persimmons are unique because they can be eaten while still firm, unlike other persimmon varieties that need to soften before eating. Their sweet, crisp texture makes them ideal for enjoying raw, like an apple, and they have a mild, honey-like flavor without the astringency found in some persimmons. They are especially nice added to salads and are a great choice for dehydrating to make healthy snacks. Perfect for snacking, baking, or adding to your autumn recipes. And, if you have a dehydrator, they are great for drying!
Be sure to check out persimmon recipes at our companion website—www.edibleparadise.com.
Sweet, chewy, and naturally delicious! 🍑☀️ These sun-kissed dried apricots bring a burst of flavor and nutrition to every bite. Perfect for healthy snacking, adding to trail mixes, or holiday baking. Also—if you’re planning your Thanksgiving meal, dried apricots are delicious added to stuffing! Stop by Pulido Farm’s booth and stock up.
The Aptos Farmers Market is open today until noon.
Sweet, chewy, and naturally delicious! 🍑☀️ These sun-kissed dried apricots bring a burst of flavor and nutrition to every bite. Perfect for healthy snacking, adding to trail mixes, or holiday baking. Also—if you’re planning your Thanksgiving meal, dried apricots are delicious added to stuffing! Stop by Pulido Farm’s booth and stock up.
The Aptos Farmers Market is open today until noon.