As the days grow longer and the sunlight stretches well into the evening, spring is making a graceful exit and summer’s bounty is beginning to roll in. Here’s your seasonal produce update to keep your menus fresh and seasonal!
LAST CALL FOR THESE SPRING FAVORITES!
It’s the final week for asparagus, which had a stand out season from California’s Delta region and Esparto. Both organic and conventional varieties impressed with exceptional flavor and quality. As local supplies winddown, we’ll begin sourcing from Canada and Michigan during their peak season. After that, Mexico will takeover until next spring.
We’re also saying goodbye to a few other spring staples, which are wrapping up quickly so stock up while you can:
GREEN GARLIC
FAVA LEAVES
SPRING ONIONS
BUT DON’T FRET! We are still seeing excellent quality on these spring favorites:
ENGLISH PEAS
FAVA BEANS
SUGAR SNAP PEAS
ARTICHOKES
WATSONVILLE STRAWBERRIES– Local Watsonville strawberries are at their peak right now- bursting with color and sweetness. This is a great item to feature them in desserts, salads, and beverages.
SUMMER FAVORITES IN STOCK– If you can believe it, we are seeing the first wave of California grown melons including:
WATERMELON
BLACK WATERMELON
CANTALOUPE
HONEYDEW
GALIA MELON
HAMI MELON
These early season melons are already very sweet and flavorful, proving a promising start to summer!
STONE FRUITS, CHERRIES AVAILABLE NOW!– Stone fruit season is officially underway with apricots, yellow and white peaches, yellow and white nectarines now available. Flavor will continue to improve in the coming weeks. And yes… cherries are here! California grown and perfect for snacking, baking, or dressing up your seasonal dishes. Don’t miss out!
COMING SOON… Keep your eyes out for these summer stars arriving here shortly:
PLUMS
YUMI WATERMELON
BRENTWOOD BLUE LAKE BEANS
BRENTWOOD SWEET CORN
