Farmers’ Market Bag 3-31-10 #spFMB

March 31, 2010 Kelly Orange 0 Comments

So, here we are! It’s spring again & there are many lovely things in store for you… have you been keeping up with the Farmers’ Market Report?  It’s very informative and has loads of information about what is in season in California.  These are the fruits and veggies that are going to taste the best, …

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FARMERS MARKET REPORT: WEEK OF MARCH 28, 2010

March 28, 2010 Melissa Mayer 0 Comments

Weighing in it at about 1.5 pounds each, this artichoke is the artichoke of all artichokes. Unlike other artichokes, the Lyon comes with a 7″ stem that when cooked is also quite edible. The Lyon is round and robust, boasting more heart than any other artichoke. The heart is sweet, dense and unequivocally delicious!

Farmers' Market Bag 3-24-10 #spFMB

March 24, 2010 Kelly Orange 0 Comments

YouTube video: Facebook video: Which video player is better? What do you prefer? Tell us in the comments or on Twitter with the hashtag #spFMB Italian Sorrento Lemons & Blood Oranges – Rancho Del Sol Lyon Artichoke – Life’s a Choke Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes – Jaime Farms Assorted Lettuce Head & Red Swiss Chard – …

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4th Annual Shuck & Swallow Competition – San Diego Style

March 23, 2010 Kelly Orange 0 Comments

click to view larger Join us for the annual Shuck ‘n’ Swallow Competition! Can Jsix retain the title for another year? Will Oceanaire reclaim their place at the top? Will one of the newcomers put everyone else to shame? Show up and find out! Wednesday, March 31st, 2010 at LOUNGEsix at Jsix Restaurant in the …

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FARMERS MARKET REPORT: WEEK OF MARCH 21, 2010

March 21, 2010 Melissa Mayer 2 Comments

Spring inches closer as the days grow longer; fields are green with ripeness and the sweet succulent snap peas are a timeless homage to menus this time of year.  While many are foraging morels and coveting their first glimpse and taste of wild ramps, the snap pea is growing out your backdoor waiting to be …

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Farmers' Market Bag 3-17-10

March 17, 2010 Kelly Orange 0 Comments

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!! Italian Sorrento Lemons & Cara Cara Oranges – Rancho Del Sol Lyon Artichoke – Life’s a Choke Baby Carrots – Jaime Farms Watermelon Radish – McGrath Family Farms Green Garlic – Schaner Farms Assorted Lettuce Heads – Coastal Organics & Coleman Farms French Breakfast Radish, Cilantro & Leeks – Rutiz Farms …

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FARMERS MARKET REPORT: WEEK OF MARCH 14, 2010

March 14, 2010 Melissa Mayer 2 Comments

Fava Beans are a quintessential sign that spring is nearing.  A small handful of farmers are harvesting them now and bringing them to the market.  Jaime Farms and Schaner Family Farms both have small quantities available right now. Description/Taste Five to seven fava beans are encased in a large green pod that is for the …

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Farmers' Market Bag 3-10-10

March 10, 2010 Kelly Orange 0 Comments

Welcome!! There are a couple corrections on the farms which are below: Passion Fruit & Yuzu Lime – Beck Grove Blood Oranges – Rancho Del Sol Dill – Gloria Tamai Farms Baby Bok Choy – Yasutomi Farms Green Garlic – Schaner Farms Pencil Asparagus – Life’s a Choke Farms Baby Mix Carrots & Beets– Jaime …

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Collaboration Kitchen w/ Brandon Parry – White Cheddar Grits, Shrimp and popcorn dust

March 9, 2010 Kelly Orange 0 Comments

Become a fan and check out recipes & photos from the event! White Cheddar Grits Shrimp and Popcorn Dust recipe

FARMERS MARKET REPORT: WEEK OF MARCH 7TH, 2010

March 8, 2010 Melissa Mayer 0 Comments

Baby Anzio Artichokes newest crop has arrived! Grower Life’s A Choke Seasons/Availability California artichokes are available throughout the year with peak seasons in Spring and Fall, April-May and September-November. Current Facts Light red and only roughly one-two inches in diameter when fully grown, the baby anzio is a relative of the romanesco artichoke of the …

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