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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California peaches have rightfully earned a reputation for their succulent flavor and heavenly aroma. For those who seek the pure, classic taste of peaches, the yellow varieties are an ideal choice. Bursting with juiciness and sweetness, these peaches have a tangy bite due to their slightly higher acid content. On the other hand, California white...
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It’s officially jam-making season, and the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets are a haven for jam enthusiasts. In early June, a stunning array of berries, including strawberries, olallieberries, blackberries, blueberries, loganberries, raspberries, and gooseberries, are in season. Moreover, cherries and Blenheim apricots overlap for a short period, while early stone fruits such as plums, apriums,...
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When it comes to apricots, there is one variety that stands out above the rest – the Blenheim apricot, a true California treasure. This variety gained prominence in the United States when it was introduced to California’s Santa Clara Valley in the 1880s. The region’s warm climate, ample sunshine, and well-drained soil provide ideal conditions...
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Small pickling cucumbers are available now at KT Farms at the Aptos Farmers Market, so this is the ideal time to make pickles. Making a small batch of pickles is a great weekend project that combines creativity with practicality. If you’re new to canning, following this simple guide for your first project will hopefully build...
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The Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College now includes gardening books in its cookbook exchange program! The idea of swapping books isn’t new (Andrew Carnegie introduced it in the early 1900s), but we’re excited to offer this opportunity for our market customers to share their favorite reads. Simply leave a cookbook or gardening book and...
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With the summer months fast approaching and the abundant seafood available at the farmers market, here’s a quick reference guide for selecting fish and how to cook it perfectly every time. This year, you’ll find fresh and frozen fish at H & H Fresh Fish Company (Aptos Farmers Market), La Marea by the Sea (Monterey...
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We’re so happy to welcome Triple Delight Blueberries back to our markets — berry season is here and we are loving it! These plump, juicy blueberries are bursting with flavor. Enjoy them as a healthy snack, sprinkle them on your granola and yogurt, or bake the most delicious blueberry muffins ever.

#aptosfarmersmarket #triple delightblueberries #berryseason #californiagrown #eatseasonal #freshblueberries #farmersmarketfinds #montereyfarmersmarket #supportfarmers #healthysnacking #blueberrylove #fromfarmtotable #summerberries #santacruzcounty

We’re so happy to welcome Triple Delight Blueberries back to our markets — berry season is here and we are loving it! These plump, juicy blueberries are bursting with flavor. Enjoy them as a healthy snack, sprinkle them on your granola and yogurt, or bake the most delicious blueberry muffins ever.

#aptosfarmersmarket #triple delightblueberries #berryseason #californiagrown #eatseasonal #freshblueberries #farmersmarketfinds #montereyfarmersmarket #supportfarmers #healthysnacking #blueberrylove #fromfarmtotable #summerberries #santacruzcounty
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Mother’s Day is this Sunday, so be sure to pick up a colorful flower bouquet at Gatanaga Nursery! They are at the market today as well as the Aptos Farmers Market (Saturday) and the Del Monte (Sunday) farmers markets. 

#gatanaganursery #cutflowers #floral #farmersmarketflowers #mothersday

Mother’s Day is this Sunday, so be sure to pick up a colorful flower bouquet at Gatanaga Nursery! They are at the market today as well as the Aptos Farmers Market (Saturday) and the Del Monte (Sunday) farmers markets.

#gatanaganursery #cutflowers #floral #farmersmarketflowers #mothersday
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Looking for an easy, delicious meal? Stop by Bay Living Culinary today and check out Chef Jody’s incredible heat-and-serve offerings! From comforting chicken pot pies and hearty turkey chili to flavorful stir sauces and her award-winning clam chowder, there’s something for everyone. Trust us—Chef Jody knows her stuff! 👩‍🍳

#BayLivingCulinary #heatandserve #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter

Looking for an easy, delicious meal? Stop by Bay Living Culinary today and check out Chef Jody’s incredible heat-and-serve offerings! From comforting chicken pot pies and hearty turkey chili to flavorful stir sauces and her award-winning clam chowder, there’s something for everyone. Trust us—Chef Jody knows her stuff! 👩‍🍳

#BayLivingCulinary #heatandserve #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter
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Market find — organic squash blossoms! You’ll find these delicate beauties at Borba Family Farms today. Try them stuffed with cheese, lightly battered, and pan-fried for a crispy summer treat. 

The Monterey Farmers Market is open until noon. Come on by! 

#borbafarms #organic #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #squashblossoms #borbafamilyfarms

Market find — organic squash blossoms! You’ll find these delicate beauties at Borba Family Farms today. Try them stuffed with cheese, lightly battered, and pan-fried for a crispy summer treat.

The Monterey Farmers Market is open until noon. Come on by!

#borbafarms #organic #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #squashblossoms #borbafamilyfarms
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Stackhouse Orchards has returned to the market — and they’ve brought the first peaches of the season! Stop by today to grab these juicy beauties while they last. Summer starts here! 

#montereyfarmersmarket #StackhouseOrchards #peachseason #californiagrown

Stackhouse Orchards has returned to the market — and they’ve brought the first peaches of the season! Stop by today to grab these juicy beauties while they last. Summer starts here!

#montereyfarmersmarket #StackhouseOrchards #peachseason #californiagrown
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The Sunday Del Monte Farmers Market opens this Sunday, May 11! The market is located in the back parking lot (where our Friday farmers market is held) and is open 8am until 12pm. This is a very relaxed market and a great way to enjoy a peaceful Sunday morning! 

#delmonteshoppingcenter #delmontefarmersmarket #farmersmarket #mbfarmersmarkets

The Sunday Del Monte Farmers Market opens this Sunday, May 11! The market is located in the back parking lot (where our Friday farmers market is held) and is open 8am until 12pm. This is a very relaxed market and a great way to enjoy a peaceful Sunday morning!

#delmonteshoppingcenter #delmontefarmersmarket #farmersmarket #mbfarmersmarkets
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There’s nothing like spring flowers to brighten your day! Find stunning cut flower bouquets and vibrant potted blooms at the Carmel Farmers Market — perfect for adding a splash of color to your home or gifting someone special. Don’t forget to pick up a bouquet for your mama—Mother’s Day is this Sunday! 

The Carmel Farmers Market at The Barnyard is open today until 1 pm. Come join us! 

#carmelfarmersmarket #thebarnyardcarmel #flowers #mothersday #floral #homedecor

There’s nothing like spring flowers to brighten your day! Find stunning cut flower bouquets and vibrant potted blooms at the Carmel Farmers Market — perfect for adding a splash of color to your home or gifting someone special. Don’t forget to pick up a bouquet for your mama—Mother’s Day is this Sunday!

The Carmel Farmers Market at The Barnyard is open today until 1 pm. Come join us!

#carmelfarmersmarket #thebarnyardcarmel #flowers #mothersday #floral #homedecor
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Stock up on local, California grown avocados at the Carmel Farmers Market today. 

Creamy, delicious, and packed with nutrients — avocados are a powerhouse of heart-healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. They help support healthy cholesterol levels, keep you feeling full, and add a boost of antioxidants with every bite. 

#carmelfarmersmarket #californiagrown #cagrown #avocados #healthy #farmersmarket #carmel #thebarnyardcarmel

Stock up on local, California grown avocados at the Carmel Farmers Market today.

Creamy, delicious, and packed with nutrients — avocados are a powerhouse of heart-healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. They help support healthy cholesterol levels, keep you feeling full, and add a boost of antioxidants with every bite.

#carmelfarmersmarket #californiagrown #cagrown #avocados #healthy #farmersmarket #carmel #thebarnyardcarmel
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Another great market find this morning—back at the farmers market is Triple Delight Blueberries. 🫐 These berries are plump and sweet and absolutely delicious! They are perfect for muffins, topping your granola and yogurt, add to a spring salad, or just snacking. And don’t miss their fabulous Blueberry sauce topping—perfect for waffles, pancakes, French toast or ice cream! 

For recipe ideas, visit our companion website at www.edibleparadise.com for seasonal recipes! 

The Carmel Farmers Market will be open until 1pm. 

#tripledelightblueberries #tdberries #tdberriesarethebest #Carmel #visitcarmel #farmersmarket #blueberries #thebarnyard

Another great market find this morning—back at the farmers market is Triple Delight Blueberries. 🫐 These berries are plump and sweet and absolutely delicious! They are perfect for muffins, topping your granola and yogurt, add to a spring salad, or just snacking. And don’t miss their fabulous Blueberry sauce topping—perfect for waffles, pancakes, French toast or ice cream!

For recipe ideas, visit our companion website at www.edibleparadise.com for seasonal recipes!

The Carmel Farmers Market will be open until 1pm.

#tripledelightblueberries #tdberries #tdberriesarethebest #Carmel #visitcarmel #farmersmarket #blueberries #thebarnyard
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Good morning from the Carmel Farmers Market at The Barnyard! Opening day is always exciting — first up — P&K Farms legendary strawberries! 🍓 If you see a line, don’t worry — these berries are worth the wait! Shop early since they sell out quickly. 

The farmers market will be open until 1 pm. Come join us!

Good morning from the Carmel Farmers Market at The Barnyard! Opening day is always exciting — first up — P&K Farms legendary strawberries! 🍓 If you see a line, don’t worry — these berries are worth the wait! Shop early since they sell out quickly.

The farmers market will be open until 1 pm. Come join us!
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