Time Is Ripe: Try superfood microgreens from East Bay farmers’ markets
Four to six times the nutrient value of mature plants has been found in vegetables and flowers' young, leafy shoots.
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Time Is Ripe: Find winter greens now at East Bay farmers’ markets
Chard, collards, spinach, rapini, mustard, beets and kale are available at this time of year.
Time Is Ripe: East Bay farmers’ market Brussels sprouts may change minds about them
Properly cooking the less-than-popular and often overlooked vegetable is the key to enjoying it.
Time Is Ripe: Nothing persnickety about persimmons in autumn
The simple, straightforward fall fruit comes mainly in just two varieties in California.
Time Is Ripe: Get heirloom apples this fall at East Bay farmers’ markets
You’ll find a wide range of this tasty autumn fruit brought to you by those who grew and harvested them.
Time Is Ripe: Get all types of summer melons at East Bay farmers’ markets
Also, California's growers of high-quality produce will be honored the week of Aug. 7-13.
Time is Ripe: Summer is the perfect time for tomatoes
During the summer months there are many tomato varieties available at your farmers’ market, from little cherry, pear, and grape tomatoes and medium-sized Early Girl and beefsteak tomatoes, to large...
Time Is Ripe: East Bay farmers’ markets best sources for summer berries
Most grocery stores' products can't compete on freshness, which is key.
Time Is Ripe: Get all kinds of cherry varieties at East Bay farmers’ markets
Shoppers won't be able to find many of them anywhere else.
Time Is Ripe: Give peas a shot at your East Bay farmers’ markets
Spring is the season for these legumes, and being picked at the perfect time is needed for their best flavor.