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San Marzano tomatoes are the ultimate A-listers in our tomato summer series (whether you think they should be or not). ✨ When canned, these famed Italian tomatoes are a kitchen pantry staple, with many chefs insisting you use them for your sauces and soups. 🍝🍲Known for their few seeds, thick texture, and strong sweet flavor, San Marzano's are a culinary delight.

How do you elevate your dishes with these flavorful tomatoes? Share your kitchen secrets below! 🍅👩‍🍳

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Taking center stage today is the Beefsteak tomato. Aptly named for it's large size and meaty texture, this classic tomato is versatile in it's use. Whether in a caprese salad, cooked down for pasta sauce, or stacked on a burger, it never disappoints! 🥗🍝

There's more tomato goodness to come but we only have two more varieties left to share! ✨ Which dish will you be using these juicy Beefsteak tomatoes in next? 🍔

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The Early Girl tomato is a fan favorite! 🤩These vibrant red fruits are easy to grow, have a rich flavor, and are perfect for slicing and stacking on sandwiches. 🥪

Keep the tomato party going! Join us again on Friday to meet our next featured tomato! 🎉

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Today, our tomato summer series puts a spotlight on the Striped German. 🌞 This large heirloom is not only visually stunning inside and out, but tastes even better. Known for its smooth flesh, it's ideal for both cooking and canning. 🥫

But wait, there's more tomatoes to discover! Any guesses why this tomato is named the Stripe German? 💛❤️🖤

🌱🤔 Curious about why you don't see more organic produce at the market? In this month's Dear Deb, we dig into what it really means to be organic, the nitty-gritty of certification, and why it can cost a pretty penny. Get the dirt on organic produce at the link below. 🍒✨

👉https://www.pcfma.org/blog/dear-deb-july

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We're back with another star of our summer tomato series. 🌞Meet the Orange Grape tomato - a sweet, bite-sized delight perfect for snacking on or adding a burst of color and flavor to your salads. 🥗✨

More tomato trivia is coming your way! In the meantime, we'd love to hear: What's your favorite way to enjoy these tomatoes? 🧡

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Welcome to our summer tomato series! 🌞Throughout July, we'll introduce you to some of our favorite tomato varieties. Today, meet the Cherokee Purple - a smoky heirloom with a sweet finish.

Stay tuned for more tomato treasures! ✨Which variety are you hoping to see next?

Great news!! 🎉 Market Match and the California Nutrition Incentive Program have been SAVED! 🙌

Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association would like to thank California Governor, Speaker Robert Rivas, Mike McGuire, and for reinstating the $33.2 million in funding for /CNIP in the state budget!

And thanks to all of YOU who wrote letters ✉️, made phone calls ☎️, and advocated for CNIP! This is a huge win to support food-insecure families and California farmers, bringing critical federal funds into the state. 🍏👨‍🌾

Read more here 📲 https://www.pcfma.org/blog/we-did-it-market-match-saved

Good morning, VA Palo Alto Farmers' Market fans! 🌞 Just a quick reminder: we are closed today in honor of Juneteenth. We'll see you next week! ❤️🖤💚

🌟Attention VA Palo Alto Farmers' Market Shoppers! 🌟

We will be CLOSED on Wednesday, June 19th in honor of Juneteenth. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you next week!

🌟Attention VA Palo Alto Farmers' Market Shoppers! 🌟

We will be CLOSED on Wednesday, June 19th in honor of Juneteenth. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you next week!

VA Palo Alto!! Okra & melons🍈 are finally back in season, we have two new flavors of GK Pastry’s focaccia 🍕, and Raoofs Bean pies 🥧 are here today! Stop by before 1:30 to get your goodies! 🥕🍓🫐🥦

Exciting news! 🎉

Market Match and the California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) are back in the proposed state budget! Huge thanks to Senator Josh Becker, Assemblymember Liz Ortega, Scott Wiener, Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, and everyone who made this happen! 🙌

These programs are vital to our community, supporting food-insecure families🍎 and California farmers👩‍🌾. Show your support and urge California Governor and Speaker Robert Rivas to save CNIP and Market Match now!

Take action: bit.ly/SaveCNIP 💪

🙌 Get ready for a fresh start in Palo Alto 🙌

The VA Palo Alto Farmers' Market is returning on May 1st 🍓🌷

Brought to you by Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association, this is your destination for farm-fresh flavors 🥑🍋

For more information, visit our website at pcfma.org/VAPaloAlto

Spring into flavor with our latest blog🌱

Now's your chance to explore the delightful savory flavors of spring onions🧅 and spring garlic 🧄

Discover tips for selecting the freshest bulbs (Hint: bigger isn’t always better) and storing them for maximum flavor and longevity✨

Don’t miss out on these seasonal sensations - read here now💚

Spring into Flavor - Spring Onions and Spring Garlic | PCFMA Spring into Flavor - Spring Onions and Spring Garlic

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Standing strong for Market Match! ✊
Today, we're on the steps of the state capitol, united to save the California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) and its beloved Market Match program. (https://savemarketmatch.org/)
Governor Newsom's proposed $33.2 million budget cut would be devastating for low-income Californians and our state's small farms.
Market Match is a lifeline. It helps CalFresh recipients stretch their food dollars further by matching their purchases of fresh, California-grown fruits and vegetables. It's a win-win for healthy eating and our local economy!
We're not alone! Market Match has bipartisan support, thanks to Assemblymembers like Aguiar-Curry, McCarty, Ting, and many others.
Join the fight! Sign the petition today to keep Market Match in the state budget: https://savemarketmatch.org/write

Beyond the Market is back with another convenient recipe to help get you through this holiday season! Learn how to make your own Instant Pot Veggie Broth using ingredients you likely already have in the fridge 🥕 Don't forget to click the link in the description to save $3 at any PCFMA farmers' market 💸

Making Instant Pot Vegetable Broth Broth is an essential item in any kitchen, so why not make your own? Making veggie broth is simple, and it’s a great way to use 100% of your farmers’ market ...

Want to eat in season, but your farmers' market is closed? Look no further than this delectable Chili Lime Grape Sorbet, a perfect way to savor the sweetness of California table grapes while they're in season and the weather is warm. 🍇🌞

https://youtu.be/xiqDmEUiNjo

This easy-to-follow recipe, brought to you by our Beyond the Market YouTube channel, will transform your kitchen into a haven of culinary creativity. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to meet the passionate farmers who dedicate their lives to bringing you the freshest ingredients. 🍽️
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Turn Farmers' Market Grapes into a Chili Lime Grape Sorbet This quick and easy recipe using plump, sweet farmers' market grapes will have your taste buds dancing! Enjoy all the savory, sweet, and tart flavors in this...

Want something to put the vegetarian stuffing in? Try Stuffed Winter Squash - another dish perfect for your Thanksgiving feast! Watch as our Beyond the Market chefs prepare a delicious and nutritious fall side using tasty butternut squash from the farmers' market 🍂✨

https://youtu.be/Ugv99cbRC6c

Quick & Easy Stuffed Winter Squash

🦃 Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and it's time to start planning your holiday feast! 🍽️ Even though your farmers' market might be closed for the season, we're here to help with one of our favorite Beyond the Market dishes! ✨

This year, try our Air Fryer Vegetarian Stuffing recipe to save time and space in the oven. It's super easy to make and packed with flavor. 🍁🍂

Click here to watch the full video on YouTube and learn how to make this delicious stuffing! 📺
https://youtu.be/EKCLXeYcoHU

Try Out Air Fryer Vegetarian Stuffing Join us in the kitchen in our latest Beyond the Market installment, this week we are making delicious and easy vegetarian stuffing using an air fryer. The st...

Today, November 1st, is our FINAL day of the 2023 farmers' market season ❤️ Shop for fall fruits and vegetables like apples and squash, hot & ready food, and delicious desserts - and say a friendly "see ya next year!" to all of your favorite vendors 👋 Thank you for your ongoing support!

It's APPLE season! 🍎 that apples grown in different regions have different seasonality and sometimes even look or taste slightly different? Learn more about mountain-grown apples from West Betty, a 3rd-generation family owner of Rainbow Orchards! Rainbow Orchards is located in Camino, California, on beautiful Apple Hill – a beloved Northern California tourist destination ☀️ Watch the video below to hear how this small family-owned farm has grown over the past 40 years from a few modest acres to a household name ✨

Follow the link in the description for $3 off your farmers’ market purchase!

From Apple Hill to the Farmers' Market with Rainbow Orchards Join our Beyond the Market team as we adventure to California’s Apple Hill to visit our very own Rainbow Orchards! Famous for their apple cider donuts, Rainb...

Start your day off right with this kid-friendly delicious and nutritious farmers' market potato and egg scramble! Made with fresh, seasonal potatoes, eggs, and cheese, this scramble is packed with flavor and nutrients. And the best part is, it's ready in under 20 minutes! ⏲

https://youtu.be/fTFE0y9f8tQ

Follow the link in the video description for $3 off your farmers’ market purchase!

Farmers' Market Egg Scramble What’s not to love about scrambled eggs for breakfast? Especially when all of the fresh ingredients come from the farmers’ market! In today’s installment of ...

Try our 'Beyond The Market' Apple Fritters for a fall treat the whole family will enjoy! Start by picking up your favorite variety of apples from the farmers' market 🍎 Chef Andrew will walk you through the recipe step-by-step and even help your little chefs learn new skills in the kitchen along the way! 👩‍🍳

Click on the YouTube description to access a QR code COUPON to be redeemed at the farmers' market
🍏💲✨ Present the QR code at the Info Booth and receive $3 towards purchasing apples or any of your favorite fall items!

How to Make Farmers' Market Apple Fritters Earn $3 towards your ingredients! Click this link and present the QR code at the information booth to the Market Manager to receive $3 toward your farmers' m...

Farmers’ markets help family-owned farms thrive ♥💪 Last year, our Beyond the Market team spoke to the family behind Alhambra Valley Beef & Pears to learn more about their multigenerational ranch's history and plans for the future. Tap the video below to hear their story!
Support local farms, visit your farmers' market this week! To get you a head start on your grocery list, we're giving you $3 when you watch the video 🙌 Click the link in the YouTube description to access an exclusive QR code coupon to be redeemed at the market! Present the QR code at the Info Booth and receive $3 to spend with any of our farmers or small businesses ✨

How Grass Fed & Grass Finished Beef is Raised in the Bay Area at Alhambra Beef & Pears Thank you for watching! Click the link and present the QR code at the information booth to the Market Manager to receive $3 toward your farmers' market purch...