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!
Have you met our lovely Qouign (pronounced “queen”) of chocolate, Santana Rodriguez? 👑🍫
One taste, and you’ll understand exactly why she’s earned the title. From decadent Dubai bars to beautifully handcrafted bon bons and delicate pastries, every creation is as stunning as it is delicious.
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, this is your sign to stop by Qouign’s booth and choose something truly special for your Valentine (or yourself — we fully support that decision).
We’re also thrilled to welcome Santana to the Saturday Aptos Farmers Market this year — even more opportunities to indulge in her swoon-worthy chocolates!
#qouignpastries #artisanchocolate #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #aptosfarmersmarket
Who can resist these plump, sun-sweet blackberries from Cortez Farms this morning?
Grown in Santa Maria and harvested at peak perfection, they’re a reminder of just how fortunate we are to live in a state that produces beautiful food year-round. California berries don’t just nourish us here — they travel far and wide, bringing a taste of sunshine to places still wrapped in winter.
Come pick up a basket (or two) at Cortez Farms, soak up the sunshine, and enjoy the morning with us at the Monterey Farmers Market. 🌞
#californiagrown #cortezfarms #montereyfarmersmarket #delmonteshoppingcenter #berries
If flowers could talk, this little daffodil would definitely be saying, “Good morning!” 🌼
Spring is starting to show off at the Monterey Farmers Market at Del Monte Shopping Center — and Pacific Rare Nursery is bursting with beautiful potted blooms and garden favorites.
Swing by, soak up the color, and start dreaming about your spring garden. 🌷
The Monterey Farmers Market is open until noon. Hope to see you soon!
#pacificrareplantnursery #delmonteshoppingcenter #montereyfarmersmarket #gardening
Pacific Rare Nursery has Little Gem lettuce starts that are ready for planting! Did you know lettuce grows beautifully in pots? Even better—if you harvest just the outer leaves, the plant will keep producing all season long.
We love planting Little Gems alongside a mix of other lettuces for fresh spring and summer salads, right outside the kitchen door.
#montereyfarmersmarket #growyourownfood #lettucelovers #containergardening #supportlocalgrowers
Brokaw Ranch brings a beautiful selection of subtropical fruit, citrus, and avocados to the farmers market—and today they have cherimoya, a true seasonal treat.
Often called custard apple, cherimoya has a creamy texture and a naturally sweet flavor, with notes of banana, pineapple, and vanilla. Simply slice it open, scoop out the flesh, and enjoy it fresh, or add it to smoothies, fruit bowls, or desserts.
Stop by their booth while it’s in season—cherimoya is as special as it is delicious.
#montereyfarmersmarket #seasonalfruit #cherimoya #supportlocalfarmers #eatlocal
A visit to Cavanaugh Color Nursery is like stepping into a living palette of color! From vibrant flowering potted plants to seasonal favorites that brighten patios, gardens, and doorsteps, their healthy plants are grown to thrive in our area.
Stop by their booth today and take home a little color for your garden—or a perfect plant to share.
The Monterey Farmers Market is open until noon.
#montereyfarmersmarket #supportlocalgrowers #seasonalblooms #gardeninspiration #plantlovers
✨ NEW VENDOR SPOTLIGHT ✨
Please help us welcome Fernandez Farms of Hollister to our farmers market family!
They are known for their beautifully sun-dried fruits, including figs, apricots, pears, apples, cherries, plums—and even walnuts. Naturally sweet and thoughtfully dried, these fruits make easy, wholesome snacks and delicious pantry staples.
Stop by their booth today, say hello, and sample the flavors of the season! And, tomorrow they will be at the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College.
#fernandezfarms #montereyfarmersmarket #driedfruit #californiagrown
Donna Dirt Farms’ booth features a wonderful array of dried herbs, her signature herb blend seasoning, and dried citrus and chiles. Stop by to say hello—Donna loves sharing tips and ideas for using her herbs and spices to add depth, warmth, and brightness to your cooking.
The Monterey Farmers Market at the Del Monte Shopping Center is open until noon today.
#montereyfarmersmarket #driedherbs #localmakers #cookwithherbs #donnadirtfarm
✨ New from Bay Living Culinary at the Aptos Farmers Market! ✨
We’re excited to share something delicious from Bay Living Culinary. Chef Jody—whose cooking many of you already love—has launched Entrées of the Week: fresh, ready-to-heat-and-serve meals designed to generously serve two people.
Each week’s entrées are crafted with seasonal ingredients sourced right from the farmers market, showcasing the best local flavors in comforting, beautifully prepared dishes. It’s an easy way to bring farmers-market goodness straight to your table—no prep required.
🧑🍳 How to order:
✔️ Place your order at the Bay Living Culinary booth at the Aptos Farmers Market for the following week
✔️ Or call/text 831-726-6855 to order directly
Come say hello, meet Chef Jody, and treat yourself to a weeknight (or weekend!) meal that feels special, local, and made with care.
#baylivingculinary #aptosfarmersmarket #cabrillocollege
Nothing says spring quite like a fresh bouquet of fragrant narcissus. You’ll find these beautiful blooms — and so much more — at Gatanaga Nursery’s booth this morning at the Aptos Farmers Market.
Hope to see you soon!
#gatanaganursery #daffodils #springiscoming #aptosfarmersmarket
Even though the market opens at 8 am, our farmers and vendors arrive much earlier to set up for the day. This morning, we were greeted by the most beautiful sunrise — a perfect start to another day with our farmers market family. 🌞
The Aptos Farmers Market is open until noon. Come by and stock up for the week.
#aptosfarmersmarket #cabrillocollege #saturday #californiagrown
✨Comfort food at its best!✨ Chef Jody of Bay Living Culinary will be serving up fresh hot biscuits and gravy alongside her award-winning chowder Saturday, January 17 at the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College. Come hungry — you’ll be glad you did! It’s the perfect way to fuel up before strolling the market, chatting with farmers, and discovering what’s in season.
The Aptos Farmers Market will be open 8-12.
#aptosfarmersmarket #baylivingculinary #hotbiscuits #awaredwinningchowder #breakfast
