The Farmers Market Box

Julian Empire Apples Grower: Raven Hill Orchard   Seasons/Availability: August thru October and possibly stretching into November and December. The Julian Empire variety boasts a colorful red and green skin…. <<Read more about this item>> THE FARMS: Be Wise Ranch – Escondido, CA Heirloom Tomatoes Chard- Rainbow, Green and Red Kale- Dino, and Green Collard …

Carnival Squash Grower: Weiser Family Farm Seasons/Availability: Carnival Squash is available during the fall months. The carnival winter squash is a colorful, small, hard-skinned variety. It is a cross between an Acorn squash and a Sweet Dumpling squash. The Carnival squash has a multicolored mottled outer skin and a golden yellow flesh. With a nutty, …

Cho Juro Asian Pears Grower: Penryn Orchard   Seasons/Availability: Cho Juro Pears are available in September and October. This pear is a rare heirloom japanese variety. It has a darker orange skin with a cream colored flesh and a hint of butterscotch flavor. Excellent for poaching, braising, or slicing raw and pairing with cheese… <<Read …

Finger Limes Grower: Shanley Farms   Seasons/Availability: The Finger Limes are available August through January. Known as the caviar of citrus, these tiny digit shaped limes are practically in a category all their own. Their aromatic skin appears in a triad of colors and the flesh holds caviar-shaped vesicles that pop crisply in your mouth …