hello bay area.
After three years in San Francisco, I made the move over the bridge to Oakland and am enjoying exploring the local markets and restaurants in my new 'hood. I'm continually amazed by how lucky the Bay Area is with regards to its bounty. From cracking open fresh oysters in Tomales Bay, to hunting down squash blossoms at the Alemany Farmers Market and bartering with the fish mongers in the Wharf, the bay area has been a great place for a guy obsessed with all things food. Having access to such a variety of fresh ingredients has inspired every one of my dinners/events. As always, I'm up for checking out new farmers markets, butchers, restaurants so if you have any suggestions, feel free to email me.
what's in season today?
Here is a great resource for what is being harvested right now.
http://www.cuesa.org/eat-seasonally/charts/vegetables
http://www.cuesa.org/eat-seasonally/charts/vegetables
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