Springtime at the Market

My first greeting to Spring season was a colorful one. This display of tulips at Thomas Farms was so vibrant and I’m glad the camera was able to capture the colors perfectly.

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Holidays at the Ferry Building

Here are some snapshots from my go-to Ferry Building spots all dressed up for the holidays. I enjoy going every week but something about Christmas time when throngs of people come to discover all these great vendors makes me all the more excited.

Farm Fresh To You twinkling with lights and colorful fruit displayed in front.

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Market Pick: CandyCots

Oh they really do taste as sweet as candy.

What: CandyCot apricots, two varieties this year: Yuliya and Anya
Where: Ferry Building Farmer’s Market or click here for other retailers

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Ferry Building Sweet Gift Ideas Under $10

It’s not too late to put together a great gift. The place to go? The Ferry Building. Here are a few of my favorite things, all under $10, that can fill Christmas stockings or be assembled into a basket for a foodie friend (hint..hint).

The only place that I find the crowds exciting.

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Market Pick: G.L. Alfieri Almond Brittle

Where: G.L. Alfieri Nuts & Fruits, front of the SF Ferry Building on market days
What: Dark Chocolate Almond Brittle

G.L. Alfieri Farms has a fantastic assortment of nuts and dried fruit. For bakers, the ground almond meal and flour are perfect for making French macarons. I am eager test out the flour the next time I bake. But for instant gratification, I turn to the addicting Dark Chocolate Almond Brittle. It’s thin, with just the right ratio of brittle to chocolate coating. At the stand they are generous with their samples and I leave to peruse the rest of the market in good spirits.