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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Who doesn’t appreciate the special joy of indulging in ripe, juicy, and flavorful tomatoes during the summer season? Summer tomatoes are highly anticipated by many food enthusiasts because they tend to be at their peak of sweetness and flavor. The warmth of the summer sun seems to infuse these tomatoes with an extra burst of...
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With its vibrant red flesh and juicy sweetness, watermelon is a favorite summertime treat for many. But beyond its refreshing taste, this beloved fruit also offers a range of health benefits that make it a perfect addition to your diet. Hydration Powerhouse: As its name suggests, watermelon is incredibly hydrating. Comprising about 90% water, this...
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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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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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Growing popular herbs in containers
Growing kitchen herbs in containers is a convenient and rewarding way to have a fresh supply of aromatic flavors right in your kitchen, backyard, or deck. Whether you have limited outdoor space or simply want easy access to your favorite herbs, container gardening offers a practical solution. Many herbs and starts are available at the...
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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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@rockyoaksgoatcreamery Princess Crumbles are the perfect addition to salads, scrambled eggs, pasta, tacos, and veggies. What’s your favorite way to use them? 

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@rockyoaksgoatcreamery Princess Crumbles are the perfect addition to salads, scrambled eggs, pasta, tacos, and veggies. What’s your favorite way to use them?

#goatcheese #cheese #goats #foodie #farmersmarketfinds #Monterey #goodfood #knowyourfarmer #cagrown #eatlocal #montereyfarmersmarket #aptosfarmersmarket #repost
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Pet lovers! Dave’s Gourmet Seafood has a new product at the farmers market—Lucky Cat kitty food! A personal note here—my cats are finicky eaters (😖) but they LOVED this cat food. An hour later, they were still going back to the empty plate to lick it. And what a difference from other commercial canned pet food—it smelled delicious and looked good enough for a human to eat! 🫣

Stop by today at the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center to stock up! Dave’s Gourmet Seafood will also be at the Saturday Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College. To order online, visit www.davesgourmetseafoodsc.com. 

#davesgourmetseafood #petfood #Montereyfarmersmarket #aptosfarmersmarket #seafood #localbusiness #farmersmarketfinds #catlovers #salmon #sustainableseafood #catfood #santacruz #watsonville

Pet lovers! Dave’s Gourmet Seafood has a new product at the farmers market—Lucky Cat kitty food! A personal note here—my cats are finicky eaters (😖) but they LOVED this cat food. An hour later, they were still going back to the empty plate to lick it. And what a difference from other commercial canned pet food—it smelled delicious and looked good enough for a human to eat! 🫣

Stop by today at the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center to stock up! Dave’s Gourmet Seafood will also be at the Saturday Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College. To order online, visit www.davesgourmetseafoodsc.com.

#davesgourmetseafood #petfood #Montereyfarmersmarket #aptosfarmersmarket #seafood #localbusiness #farmersmarketfinds #catlovers #salmon #sustainableseafood #catfood #santacruz #watsonville
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Rodoni Farms has a table full of leeks and Brussels sprouts. Leeks are fabulous in soups, especially potato soup! We also love their mild flavor in quiche.

Need more inspiration for spring cooking? Visit our companion website at www.edibleparadise.com for seasonal recipes! 

#rodonifarms #leeks # brusselssprouts #farmersmarket #monterey #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter

Rodoni Farms has a table full of leeks and Brussels sprouts. Leeks are fabulous in soups, especially potato soup! We also love their mild flavor in quiche.

Need more inspiration for spring cooking? Visit our companion website at www.edibleparadise.com for seasonal recipes!

#rodonifarms #leeks # brusselssprouts #farmersmarket #monterey #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter
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Spring onions are available this morning at Minazzoli Farms! We love the mild flavor. These are especially nice in quiche and salads. 

The farmers market is open until noon. Lots of free parking and easy access. Hope to see you soon! 

#montereyfarmersmarket #springonions #minazzolifarms #montereybay

Spring onions are available this morning at Minazzoli Farms! We love the mild flavor. These are especially nice in quiche and salads.

The farmers market is open until noon. Lots of free parking and easy access. Hope to see you soon!

#montereyfarmersmarket #springonions #minazzolifarms #montereybay
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Are your hands itching to get into the dirt and plant a garden? 👩🏻‍🌾 These healthy tomato starts are available today at Pacific Rare Plant Nursery will help give you a head start on your summer garden! 

#gardening #gardeners #pacificrareplantnursery #veggiestarts #tomato #montereyfarmersmarket #monterey #mastergardeners

Are your hands itching to get into the dirt and plant a garden? 👩🏻‍🌾 These healthy tomato starts are available today at Pacific Rare Plant Nursery will help give you a head start on your summer garden!

#gardening #gardeners #pacificrareplantnursery #veggiestarts #tomato #montereyfarmersmarket #monterey #mastergardeners
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Spring is finally here and P&K Farms are back with their sweet organic strawberries! 🍓♥️🍓 Arrive early…once word gets out they’ll sell out quickly! They will also be at the Aptos Farmers Market tomorrow at Cabrillo College. 

The farmers market is open today until noon. It’s a bit cloudy and chilly, so grab a jacket. 

#pandfarms #pandkstrawberries #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #farmersmarket #monterey #carmel #carmelvillage #bigsur #carmelbythesea #marina #pacificgrove

Spring is finally here and P&K Farms are back with their sweet organic strawberries! 🍓♥️🍓 Arrive early…once word gets out they’ll sell out quickly! They will also be at the Aptos Farmers Market tomorrow at Cabrillo College.

The farmers market is open today until noon. It’s a bit cloudy and chilly, so grab a jacket.

#pandfarms #pandkstrawberries #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #farmersmarket #monterey #carmel #carmelvillage #bigsur #carmelbythesea #marina #pacificgrove
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Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center! 

Have you tried the amazing products at Bay Living Culinary? Chef Jody offers soups, chili, and pot pies—perfect for quick dinners! 

The farmers market is open today until noon. 

#montereybayfarmersmarkets #monterey #delmonteshoppingcenter #baylivingculinary

Good morning from the Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center!

Have you tried the amazing products at Bay Living Culinary? Chef Jody offers soups, chili, and pot pies—perfect for quick dinners!

The farmers market is open today until noon.

#montereybayfarmersmarkets #monterey #delmonteshoppingcenter #baylivingculinary
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Meet our newest vendor at the Aptos Farmers Market! Kitchen Table Cultures offers slowly simmered, nutrient-dense bone broths made with spring water and grass-fed beef and pasture-raised chicken. Stop by for a sample! Bone broth is delicious on its own or used as an ingredient in sauces, gravies, and soup. 

#aptosfarmersmarket #kitchentableculture #bonebroth #guthealth  #grassfed #pastureraisedchicken

Meet our newest vendor at the Aptos Farmers Market! Kitchen Table Cultures offers slowly simmered, nutrient-dense bone broths made with spring water and grass-fed beef and pasture-raised chicken. Stop by for a sample! Bone broth is delicious on its own or used as an ingredient in sauces, gravies, and soup.

#aptosfarmersmarket #kitchentableculture #bonebroth #guthealth #grassfed #pastureraisedchicken
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Good morning from the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College! These colorful beauties at Santa Rosa Flowers will brighten up your decor! 

The farmers market is open until noon. The sun is shining and it’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood! 💐

#aptosfarmersmarket #cabrillocollege #farmersmarket #santarosaflowers #floral

Good morning from the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College! These colorful beauties at Santa Rosa Flowers will brighten up your decor!

The farmers market is open until noon. The sun is shining and it’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood! 💐

#aptosfarmersmarket #cabrillocollege #farmersmarket #santarosaflowers #floral
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You know spring is just around the corner when asparagus arrive at the farmers markets! You’ll find these bundled beauties at Coastal View today at the Monterey Farmers market at the Del Monte Shopping Center. 

Need some fresh cooking inspiration? Visit our companion seasonal recipe site at www.EdibleParadise.com (link in bio ⬆️) for great recipes and tips. 

#coastalviewfarms #montereyfarmersmarket #asparagus #delmonteshoppingcenter #farmersmarketsinMonterey

You know spring is just around the corner when asparagus arrive at the farmers markets! You’ll find these bundled beauties at Coastal View today at the Monterey Farmers market at the Del Monte Shopping Center.

Need some fresh cooking inspiration? Visit our companion seasonal recipe site at www.EdibleParadise.com (link in bio ⬆️) for great recipes and tips.

#coastalviewfarms #montereyfarmersmarket #asparagus #delmonteshoppingcenter #farmersmarketsinMonterey
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