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Giving Thanks

The holiday season kicks into full force this month, commencing with a very special meal on Thursday, November 24. Since Thanksgiving dinner is designed to showcase nature’s bounty, shopping at the farmers’ market makes more sense than ever. It is also a very important way to give thanks to the people who grow the food [...]

October 5th, 2011 | Tags: | Category: Martinez | Leave a comment

Pumpkin Perfect!

It’s time for the seasonal family trip to your local pumpkin patch. Drive east to Brentwood and visit Enos Farm or Smith Family Farm; take a day trip to the famous pumpkin patch at Swank Farm in Hollister and hitch a ride on a hay cart; or pile in the car and head west to [...]

October 4th, 2011 | Tags: , | Category: Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Fall Produce is a Feast for the Eyes

What are your memories of autumn?  Leaves turning bright colors?  Bronze and gold chrysanthemum on the front porch?  Piles of leaves on a crisp clear day? Scarecrows, hay rides, corn mazes—and family gatherings?  Think about how many of your memories revolve around autumn’s bountiful fruits and vegetables.  Pumpkins from Smith Family Farm and Enos Farms [...]

October 4th, 2011 | Tags: | Category: Concord | Leave a comment