Farmer Spotlight: Bliss Avocados
Fruit of the Gods! Farmer Teddy Bliss exclaimed when I asked about his certified organic avocados. Ancient legend or not, it's undeniable that his Haas Avocados are absolutely delicious offering a smooth buttery flavor rich with texture and packed with omegas, offering a higher oil content than most avocados. Ripe for the picking year around, Teddy will be offering an array of avocados brought direct to you from his family farm in Carpinteria, a 120 acre farm just three miles off the California Central Coast. As Teddy explains, the farm is uniquely located, being just off the coast and in a valley where his avocados have the good fortune to never get too hot nor too cold, simply it’s a perfect micro climate. What does that mean for us farmer market patrons? It means, we get beautiful certified organic avocados year around, perfecto! To learn more about Bliss Avocados, check out their facebook page, Bliss Avocados.
Also, to learn more on the health benefits and why nutritionists have been known to call the Avocado the "world's most perfect food," check out this article which showcases this leathery pear for providing nearly 20 essential nutrients, being high in fiber, cholesterol-free and lauds this fruit as the secret to having a healthy heart, a brilliant brain, and if that's not enough - eagle eyes! Avocados - Health Benefits
Farmer Spotlight: Tenerelli Farms
Summer may be coming to a close but its sweetness is still
near – come check out Tenerelli Farms, recently back to your farmers' market with a full crop pears, peaches, nectarines, and more.
Ricardo will be on-hand to walk you through the various tastes and thrills of
their farms' stone fruit. Notably, Tenerelli offers one of the oldest peach varieties
– O’Henry which offers you the traditional peach experience. Also too, for a newer, slightly sweeter
variety, try their Sangre del Toro variety.
More still, if your taste buds are seeking a more tangy delight, check
out their Zee Glow Yellow Nectarine. Also, the White Fire Pearl Nectarine for
its crunchiness and stay tuned, in Autumn Tenerelli will be rolling out their
much beloved Lady Peach. Delicious! Swing on by this Saturday, lots of samples
will be about and check out this link, video footage from our farm tour at Tenerelli Orchards, Farm Tour - Tenerelli Orchards.'Kids In The Kitchen' Program Rolls On!
The fun is back. Chef Matt Alexander will be on-site later this month with a Kids in the Kitchen cooking demo. All ages welcome. Bring an appetite – lots of samples will be about and be ready to participate, especially if you are a little one. Kids in the Kitchen is a program sponsored by Sprouts of Promise (our non-profit that sponsors the farmers’ market in furthering its mission to teach healthy eating habits and that begins in the kitchen and with your little ones). Chef Matt, will be showcasing a range of farm-to-table fruits and vegetables in simple recipes that adults and children alike can share in the good fun of cooking hands-on and all fresh from your farmers’ market. Pictured here, is from the last Kids in the Kitchen demo, little helpers learned how to make a healthy fajita wrap chock full with a delicious range of veg and grass-fed beef. For more information, please visit our Facebook Page or email us at playavistaFM@gmail.com.Peach & Avocado Salad
With new farmer, Teddy Bliss, starting this Saturday with his organic Haas Avocados, and Tenerelli offering a whole medley of peach varieties not to mention Massis with his MB Farms Almonds and your micro greens from Scarborough Farms along with Olive Press' range of Balsamics – check out this simple recipe showcasing the freshest of the above mentioned ingredients in a simple salad great for a lunch time snack or to serve with dinner. Here’s a link to the recipe, along with options to print out in recipe card format, Fresh Peach & Avocado Salad Recipe. Enjoy!Will Work for Food? Volunteers Wanted.
Spend the day volunteering at our farmers' stand for the day. You’ll be getting to know our farmers, learning about their produce, and helping them share their produce with your fellow shoppers. We will give you a bag of fresh fruits & veggies as our way of saying thank you. Email us at playavistaFM@gmail.com to schedule a time.Upcoming Events
Stay tuned as Fall and the holidays near, your farmers’ market will be hosting activities for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. A great way to keep up with market news is following us on Facebook. We’ll send you a newsletter in October with more details but please feel free to stop by the info booth on-site to speak with us directly, provide suggestions, and otherwise just to say hello. Catch you at the market!
