What to watch for at the farmers' markets this season
Local Bounty | Winter-Fall 2011
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12/11/11Local Bounty: The Market BasketFour perfect holiday gift baskets from your favorite local farmers market vendors. Posted at 09:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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12/05/11Local Bounty: Four Pears to BuyFrom D'Anjou to Asian Pears, you'll want to nab these from your local market. Posted at 12:25 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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11/28/11Local Bounty: The Best Places To Buy Fresh PotatoesThe top 3 farmers selling spuds Posted at 10:38 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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11/22/11Where To Order a Stunning Pie For ThanksgivingOur Local Bounty expert explains the San Diego pie landscape Posted at 12:57 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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11/21/11Local Bounty: Best Picks at the Mira Mesa Farmers MarketCan't-miss items that are unique to this neighborhood (and market!) Posted at 11:24 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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07/15/11Limburger Cheese from Taste CheeseThis German Limburger is sweet and not too aggressive in scent, making it like a good Camembert. Posted at 10:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 3 |
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07/15/11Kiowa Blackberries from Pudwill Berry FarmsThese big, juicy berries are bursting with flavor. Posted at 07:05 AM | Permalink | Comments: 3 |
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07/13/11Weiser Farm Potatoes
Potatoes from Weiser Family Farms For a lowly root vegetables, potatoes can be quite beautiful. I picked up three varieties grown by Weiser Family Farms at Specialty Produce recently, one of which I’d never seen before and was completely besotted by. This would be the Laker Baker, sometimes known as Pinto or Zebra Striped potatoes. They run about the same size as Yukon golds but the coloring is extravagant—a light purple ringing circles of... Posted at 01:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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07/06/11Taste of Africa Cooking ClassesLearn to cook traditional West and East African dishes at cooking classes hosted by Women's Empowerment International on July 10th and 17th. Posted at 10:12 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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07/06/11Jackie’s Jams Has A New OwnerJackie Anderson's famous jam company has been taken over by a loyal customer, Dave Baron. Posted at 05:56 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/29/11Grass-Fed Beef Burgers from SonRise RanchGrass-fed beef burgers now available at Flower Hill, Del Mar, Carlsbad, Hillcrest, and La Jolla Farmers' Markets. Posted at 09:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 5 |
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06/27/11Veggie of the Moment: Baby CeleryWhat to do with those cute little greens Posted at 10:05 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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06/24/11Seaside Market Celebrates 26th AnniversarySunday's party will include live music and food specials! Posted at 10:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/22/11Spotted: Alchemy at the Farmers MarketWell, lookie what we found at the UTC F-M! Posted at 05:40 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/20/11How To Use Mole PastePick up a container of Teloloapan Red Mole and make these dishes! Posted at 08:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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06/17/11Little Italy Mercato Turns Three, Plus: Limoncello Recipe!Come out this weekend and celebrate at their Citrus Circus Posted at 08:05 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/15/11Rare and Unusual Veggie of the Month: AgrettiGet to know it and learn where to find it Posted at 02:09 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/13/11What To Buy at the RSF Farmers Market (Stone Fruit Alert!)Summer is officially here. Sort of. Posted at 10:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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06/10/11Refreshing Recipe: Fruit Pico de Gallo with Habanero TajinEntertaining this weekend? Make this Pico de Gallo! Posted at 10:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/08/11Coming Up: So Many Food Events (So Little Time)3 events worth attending in a single day! Posted at 01:00 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/06/11Little Known Cooking Ingredient: Sand GingerBored with food shopping? Head to a specialized market to see something new. This week: sand ginger! Posted at 04:51 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/03/11Special Find: Nopal TortillasSpotlight on the green tortillas from Northgate Gonzalez Posted at 10:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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06/01/11Food Events: Grass Fed Beef Week and a Barista ChallengeThis week's all about beef and...barista-ing Posted at 11:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/31/11Cooking Chinese Food: Cleaning and Re-Seasoning Your Wok, Plus: Chinese Chives!Come on, put that wok to use. Posted at 09:47 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/27/11A Secret Ingredient To Slip Into Your Mexican FoodPsst. Love beans but hate the gas? Here's a little tip... Posted at 10:45 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/25/11Spotlight on Temecula Valley HoneyIs locally-produced honey the latest food trend? Posted at 05:47 PM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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05/23/11Recipe: Tillie’s Chocolate Chip and Walnut Cookie Bars...with a Local Bounty twist: adding dates! Posted at 10:48 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/20/11Who's Going to Be at Taste of Little Italy?Read up on what they're offering—and then start saving your appetite. Posted at 06:54 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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05/18/11Special Find: Mulberries at UTC Farmers MarketA rarity in San Diego! Posted at 04:03 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/16/1110 Things To Make With Brooks CherriesCherry sauce, jam, tart or pie, anyone? Posted at 04:29 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/12/11You Must Try: Lisko Imports RavioliOur Local Bounty blogger discusses the latest in local cuisine, here and on NBC tomorrow morning. Posted at 03:41 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/11/11Where the Wild Things Are Food & Wine ClassicLive cooking demos, samplings, beer, wine, and face time with Nature Center animals--this weekend! Posted at 08:45 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/09/11Ingredient of the Moment: Hokto King Trumpet MushroomsPlus: A recipe for pan-seared salmon with teriyaki mushroom sauce Posted at 10:01 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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05/05/11Cooking 101: What To Do With Fresh Bamboo ShootsTricks of the Asian cuisine trade Posted at 07:39 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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05/04/11Event Spotlight: Eat. Drink. Read.Calling all foodie-bookworms! Posted at 02:33 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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05/02/11At Least 10 Things You Can Do With Za'atar
Za’atar (also spelled zaatar, zatar, and zatr) is a fragrant Middle Eastern spice mixture dating back to at least the 13th century. The exact components vary depending on the culture. Most commonly, za’atar contains sumac, sesame seeds, thyme, and oregano, but could also contain dried orange zest or dried dill, sage, mint, marjoram, or savory. There are so many ways you can eat Za'atar...
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04/28/11Weed Dating: New Trend For Singles?Want a guy to get down on his knees? Look no further than Suzie's Farm! Posted at 06:36 PM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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04/27/11Your Assignment: Buy a Garlic Strand at the Mercado Hidalgo in TijuanaBeautiful, fresh—and they're a steal Posted at 08:30 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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04/25/11Goat Cheese From Nicolau FarmsA "true farmstead" sells Chevre at Little Italy Mercato Posted at 07:35 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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04/22/11What's New at Little Italy MercatoCheck out the Riveras Nursery herbs or grow your own Posted at 10:04 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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04/21/11Recipe: Sorrel & Garlic SauceIf you like sour flavors, try an herb called sorrel Posted at 02:46 PM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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04/18/11Found: Walnut-Stuffed Apples in La MesaSee what beautiful pastries they're creating at Vine Ripe Market Posted at 06:31 AM | Permalink | Comments: 3 |
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04/14/11Endless Possibilities for the Spring OnionIdeas for incorporating the type of onion that is so right now Posted at 05:43 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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04/13/11Two Tastebud-Tempting EventsWarning: you'll want to double-book yourself this Saturday Posted at 09:14 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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04/11/11Epicurean ExcellenceDon't miss these celebrity chefs coming to San Diego in one delicious event! Posted at 10:03 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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04/08/11Give Peas a Chance!If you don't like that tiny, round veggie, read this. Posted at 10:47 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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04/06/11Let's Hear It For Fresh, Whole Wheat Pasta!A healthier option to the carbs you love. Posted at 12:07 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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04/04/11Beef Jerky Three WaysThe best snack not from Pine Valley. Posted at 10:51 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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04/01/11Recipe: TzatzikiMake this yummy yogurt dip using Persian Cukes. Posted at 08:48 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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03/30/11New Farmers Market Coming to P.B.!Tell us which vendors you hope to see. Posted at 01:55 PM | Permalink | Comments: 7 |
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03/28/11Going, Going, Gone: Romanesco CauliflowerAlso known as Roman Broccoli. Perfect with pasta! Posted at 10:50 AM | Permalink | Comments: 4 |
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03/24/11A Coconut PrimerOur Local Bounty blogger shares the Thai methods of cleaning, preserving, and preparing coconut meat and milk. Posted at 04:24 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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03/23/11Getting to Know You: Green GarlicWhere to find and what to do with this specialty produce. Posted at 10:59 AM | Permalink | Comments: 3 |
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03/21/11Cooks Confab “School Lunch”Buy your tickets now for this important event on April 3. Posted at 05:58 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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03/17/11All About ArtichokesArtichokes are back! Some are bigger than ever. Others are tiny and purple. Posted at 07:55 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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03/16/11Tips From the FarmThe New Roots Community Farm shares advice on preparing specialty greens. Posted at 02:44 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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03/14/11This Just In: Zaatar Bread at the Balboa International MarketWhat's round, warm, and whole wheat? Zaatar. Posted at 10:43 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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03/11/11Eureka! Our Food Maven Finds Saffron SaltThis stuff is pure gold. Here's how to incorporate it into your dishes. Posted at 11:07 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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03/09/11What To Do With Blood OrangesBlood oranges are so misunderstood. Here's how to understand them. Posted at 02:39 PM | Permalink | Comments: 8 |
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03/07/11In Season: Fresh Garbanzo Beans (Not In a Can!), Plus a Garlic Hummus RecipeYou say chickpea, we say garbanzo. Our Local Bounty blogger introduces you to the fresh garbanzo/chickpea. Here's what to do with it. Posted at 10:59 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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03/04/11Fresh Asian Produce and a Stir Fry RecipeHow to make this flavorful dish using goods from Vang's Farm. Posted at 10:57 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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03/02/11New Golden Hill Farmers Market to Open SoonCalling all shoppers...and vendors, for that matter. Posted at 05:20 PM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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02/28/11Entertaining: Impress Your Guests With Edible Flowers!These flowers add color and flavor to your meal. Posted at 08:57 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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02/25/11Your Challenge This Weekend: Duck EggsWhy you should buy, cook, and eat these in-season eggs. Posted at 11:17 AM | Permalink | Comments: 3 |
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02/23/116-Grain RiceWhere to find and how to serve this healthy staple. Posted at 03:53 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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02/22/11Bitchin’ SauceA vegan and gluten-free that's actually addictive. Posted at 11:13 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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02/18/11Tom King Farm's Green PlantersGet fresh...pick your own greens! Posted at 04:32 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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02/17/11Knight Salumi ClosesSay a teary goodbye to an icon. Posted at 11:55 AM | Permalink | Comments: 6 |
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02/09/11Chinese New Year’s Pancakes, Savory and Sweet Valentine’s Day TreatsLooking for other traditional and symbolic treats to celebrate the lunar new year? Posted at 05:32 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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02/03/11The Super Bowl Edition: Avocados, Conchetta’s Pizza, and Pubcakes Finds a HomeThe Super Bowl’s this Sunday and that means over-the-top consumption of guacamole, pizza, burgers, dogs and more. Posted at 04:36 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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01/28/11Meyer Lemons, Majestic Garlic Pickled Garlic, SoNo Trading Going WholesaleSee what's fresh at the markets this week Posted at 01:13 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |
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01/20/11The Cookie Chew, Limequats, and Banta Farms ToffeeWhat's fresh at the markets this week Posted at 09:46 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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01/12/11Cara Cara Oranges, Celeriac, Caxao’s Newest Chocolates – Oh, and Dog SittingWhat's fresh at the markets this week Posted at 04:54 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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01/07/11Dried Peaches, Cherimoyas, CrosneWhat's fresh at the markets this week Posted at 02:23 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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01/03/11Top 10 Market Finds for 201110 picks from our expert for a delicious year at the markets Posted at 02:43 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1 |


















































































