Harbor Village Farmers Market

Friday, August 31, 2012

Find a Farmers Market Near You!

LAND AND SEA FARMERS MARKET IS CERTIFIED AT HARBOR VILLAGE EVERY SUNDAY YEAR ROUND! www.harborvillagemarket.com

Check out all the great markets right on the Peninsula!

We want to promote healthy habits, healthy people, and local support of communities and farmers!

Saturday's
Coastside Farmers' Market May - December Shoreline Station 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 225 Cabrillo Hwy Half Moon Bay

Daly City Certified Farmers' Market All Year Serramonte Shopping Center 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Serramonte Boulevard, behind Target Daly City

Millbrae Certified Farmers' Market All Year 200 Block of Broadway between Victoria & La Cruz Millbrae 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

San Mateo Certified Farmers' Market All Year College of San Mateo West Hillsdale & Campus Drive San Mateo 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Redwood City Certified Farmers' Market April - November Winslow & Middlefield, near Broadway Redwood City 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon

South San Francisco Farmers' Market May - October Orange Memorial Park Tennis Drive between Orange Ave and N. Canal 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

SUNDAY

The Fresh Market, Burlingame April - December Burlingame Avenue between Park & Primrose Road Burlingame 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Belmont Certified Farmers' Market All year El Camino Real at O'Neill Belmont 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Menlo Park Certified Farmers' Market All Year Chestnut at Crane Menlo Park 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

San Bruno Certified Farmers' Market May - October San Mateo Drive between Jenevein and Sylvan Ave San Bruno 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Urban Table Certified Farmer's Market May - November 100 E. 4th Avenue San Mateo 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Urban Table Certified Farmer's Market April - October 800 Foster City Blvd Foster City 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Half Moon Bay International Marathon partners with Brazzle Berry!

The Half Moon Bay International Marathon (HMBIM) and BRAZZLE BERRY Half Moon Bay are teaming up to sponsor a Volunteer Drive for the upcoming HMBIM race. On Saturday, August 25, HMBIM staff will be on hand at the BRAZZLE BERRY Frozen Yogurt store's flagship location in Strawflower Village in Half Moon Bay to answer questions and to make it easy to sign up volunteers. In return, everyone who signs up as a volunteer will receive a FREE 5 oz serving of BRAZZLE BERRY frozen yogurt.

The Volunteer Drive will take place from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Saturday August 25, at Strawflower Center, 80 North Cabrillo Hwy. Suite M, in Half Moon Bay. Volunteers of the HMBIM join with many others from the community to make the event happen, receive a FREE HMBIM shirt, and enter into a chance to win one of several local business giveaways.

"BRAZZLE BERRY is proud to support and be a part of the 2012 Half Moon Bay International Marathon event," said Barry Brazzle (or Dave Seaton?), Chief Berry Officer. "We recognize the amazing contribution the HMBIM is making again in 2012 and we are happy to entice people to come join in the fun with the best frozen yogurt around!"

"The HMBIM is very appreciative of BRAZZLE BERRY's support to sponsor the Volunteer Drive," said Eric Vaughan, HMBIM Executive Director. "In 2012 we're contributing over $1mm of direct economic benefit to the Coastside and the greater Bay Area by supporting the athletes who are traveling to the race, and we want the community to come join the fun and volunteer!"

The 2nd running of the sold-out HMBIM, to be held September 23, 2012, features 1000 athletes from 35 states and 6 countries, along with world renowned athlete and author, Dean Karnazes, as the official guest of the race. The all volunteer force works together to ensure the race exceeds everyone's expectations, and sets a great example for Half Moon Bay as a community event. Full information on the event is available on the Web at http://halfmoonbayim.org.

About the Half Moon Bay International Marathon:

Featuring "26.2 Miles of Running Heaven", the Half Moon Bay International Marathon (HMBIM) was founded in 2011 to showcase the unique beauty of the California coast along with some of the best weather a marathon athlete could ever hope for. The inaugural event in 2011 featured athletes from 25 states and 4 countries and sold out in two months despite very little promotion. An official Boston Qualifier event sanctioned by the USA Track and Field organization, the HMBIM also focused on creating an eco-friendly event to consider the precious coastal community and worked to attain official status with the Council for Responsible Sport, receiving the coveted Gold Certification from this organization in the Event's very first year. The HMBIM features a full and half marathon and 10k and 5k events all on the same day.

About BRAZZLE BERRY:

BRAZZLE BERRY is committed to providing an unparalleled consumer experience by offering self-serve yogurt in a clean, natural and relaxing atmosphere. Motivated by the healthy alternative that all natural yogurts offer, and inspired by the Brazilian culture and commitment to the acai berry, BRAZZLE BERRY strives to establish a dominant market leadership position in the health food sector within five years.

While the rapid growth of the self-serve yogurt industry has put little differentiation between true healthy alternatives and phony impersonators, BRAZZLE BERRY believes in serving only the highest quality, all-natural and freshest ingredients.

Sunday, August 19, 2012

Farmers Market at Shops at Harbor Village

Farmers Market at Shops at Harbor Village
Time: 10:00 AM TO 4:00 PM

Harbor Village
270 Capistrano Rd.
Princeton-by-the-Sea
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Phone:
(650) 200-8526

Event Description: Located inside the mall and front entrance to The Shops at Harbor Village, the farmers market will have qualified vendors selling a variety of different vegetables, fruits, eggs, meat, cheese, honey, breads, jams, granola, herbs, flowers, art, crafts and other unique talents and edibles. The Farmers Market at Harbor Village consists of families, farmers, fisheries, artisans, distributors, and other approved vendors offering unique products and talents.It will take place every Sunday (excluding designated holidays) rain or shine. The unique indoor shopping experience of the enclosed village street offer consumers the unique ability to enjoy a consistent experience year around. The twenty five select boutiques, restaurants and cafes that make-up the Shops at Harbor Village, provide additional commercial and centers of activity. The entire Harbor Village property embraces its nostalgic coastal heritage, while the unique architectural designs create an ambiance of an old seaport village with a fresh modern vibe. The farmers market will feature many kids educational and entertainment pieces for the whole family to enjoy. It will also have kids jumper!
As far as the website for now use our blog or facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/#!pages/harbor-Village-Farmers-Market/346566222026080 or http://harborvillagefarmersmarket.blogspot.com

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Farmers Market Vendor of the month: Gaia Essentials

Gaia Essentials

Customization ~ Wholesale ~ Private Labeling

Company was started in 2004 to provide superior nutritious skincare at an affordable price point. Being one of many that could not handle harsh chemicals and was tired of paying exorbitant prices for anything semi decent, Debbie decided she could make better skincare items on her own. All her products are handmade from scratch utilizing organic food grade ingredients, certified botanical essential oils and most of all the herbs she either grows herself or buys wild harvested.
What Does Gaia offer?

Markets & Places you Can find our products!

Coastside Farmer's Markets:
Saturday's Half Moon Bay (Shoreline Station)
May 5 - Dec. 22, 2012
Wednesday's Pacifica (Rockaway Beach)
May 2 - Dec 19, 2012
Last Wed of the month

Harbor Village Land & Sea Farmers Market:
Sunday's Princeton Harbor
And you are welcome to come by the Workshop at 116 La Grande Ave. Moss Beach, CA. Call ahead for an appt. 650-728-7745

http://www.gaia-essentials.com
http://gaiaessentials.wordpress.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Gaia-Essentials/276121747033

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Meet some of our arts and crafts vendors!

Claire Straka-Ellis - Eclarity art and Kathena Avelon of Deux Amies Jewelry

These women are well known and have been coast-side residents of many years. Their line of jewelry is unique and one of a kind. Pieces include earrings, bracelets, pendants, necklaces and rings. Materials include silver, cooper, bronze, and leather, with natural stones and glass beads from Africa, Europe, and Asia. Many of their customers return time after time to add to their collections of Deux Amies jewelry.

Denise King- Tangled Chains

Denise King is a self-taught artist. Born in 1955 in Southern California, Denise took to creating art as soon as she was able to hold a crayon. She would often find silly objects like discarded flash bulbs and pipe cleaners and turn them into bouquets of flowers. Years of artistic suppression was finally overcome when she moved to the coast in Northern California10 years ago. The salty air and daily walks on the beach made it clear that now Denise's life would be centered around her passion for creating. About 3 years ago, with the encouragement of her husband her weekends became retreats into the garage where she put beach glass and grout together to make her first mosaic. Then she started adding decoration to the dozens of sea urchins collected from the sands and finally from a tangled mess of old necklace chains and seashells she designed her first necklace. Denise now devotes all her spare time to creating her necklaces and turning her beach artifacts into art to share with everyone. From all of this was born TANGLED CHAIN CREATIONS, what I fondly call "an eclectic collection of jewelry and art". Walks at the beach still include Haley & Max, her favorite four-legged children, her number one fan Gregg, her husband, and a group of other dog lovers and artistic types who offer encouragement and support as well as laughs and enduring friendship.My work can be found at www.TangledChainCreations.com and at my Etsy shop, tangledchaincreation. However, to find the most up-to-the-minute creations look for me at the Harbor Village Farmer's Market or other craft fairs in the local area.

Renee Musante-Villanueva, owner of Peace of Heart in Pacifica, Ca.

I have lived on the San Mateo Coast (currently reside in El Granada) since 1980. I have a passion in the arts, and spiritual/holistic healing arts. I currently have a jewelry retail and healing business in Pacifica, CA. I am inspired by sea life and the art of glass blowing. Currently taking classes in glass-blowing in Berkeley, I still enjoy the art of others in selling what I like best; I also have my own upcoming creations in blown glass pendants. I currently hold seminars to empower woman in finding their creative path to happiness, and meditative groups opening the mind to creativity, along with massage, Reiki and cranial sacral therapy.

Design Hunter

I was born in the mid-west and moved to California when I was 3. I lived in Redwood City, and grew up watching my mother and grandmother sew and do other art and craft projects.

I made my first garment when I was twelve and have been sewing and making art ever since.

I went back to college in 2003 and earned a associate degree with an Art major, also a certificate in design and production of garments, and Photoshop.

I've been creating bags as a business for 4 years and I am currently selling at the Harbor Village in Princeton, hope you come by and check it out. Dianne Pierce/ Design Hunter

Sharon Chan-Parodi

Angel Artworks

I am experienced, yet primarily self-taught, artist; who makes use of various mediums (oils, charcoal, pen & ink) to recreate scenery and landscapes viewed from my travels and/or actual photos as I pictures their shapes and colors in my mind’s eye.

I have painted and drawn my body of work on various sized canvas and paper modes that contain my artistic perspectives of pastoral vineyards, quaint country sides, vast mountain ranges, tropical hideaways, and the ocean’s splendor; which is further evident in my vast array of note cards, with each card individually hand drawn a one of a kind original that makes for a unique greeting or personalized note for a special occasion.

Born in San Francisco, I lived and worked in The City as well as all along the Peninsula, and currently reside in San Mateo. My travel bug has led me to such locales as Alaska, Washington State, Texas, Hawaii, Canada, China, Thailand and England.

My collegiate efforts were rewarded with a B.A. Degree from S.F. State in Marketing and many late nights were spent on line to earn a Master’s Degree from The University of Phoenix in International Global Management.

My professional career stops include many years in the retail industry, some time in office sales and management, and a recent 4 year stint as Sales/Event Coordinator at Malibu Grand Prix Amusement Park.

A sampling of my artwork can be viewed at

www.angelartworks.vpweb.com

Contact me via email . . .

s.chanparodi@angelartworks.vpweb.comFind Me at S. Chan Parodi, Artist

Website: www.angelartworks.vpweb.com
Location: Harbor Village Farmers Market Art Walk
Every Sunday in August & September
270 Capistrano Rd, Half Moon Bay
Redwood City Farmers Market Art Walk
July 17th. 24th, 31st
Near Boulangerie on Broadway, Redwood City

San Carlos Art Walk
Every Thursday Starting July17th, 2012 4PM -8PM
Located Near Bianchini Market, Laurel St., San Carlos

Amy Perrier

I grew up in Folsom CA and now live in San Francisco and work at a health IT company. I started making my garden art in April of 2012 when I saw these featured on a blog. I fell in love with them, and I have always loved the idea of taking something created for one thing but finding other purposes for them. My Garden Flower Plates have inspired me to move on to other projects such as making chairs out of old suitcases, terrariums, and making wine bottles into hanging plant pots. I hope you enjoy these beautiful hand crafted pieces as much as I do. www.etsy.com/shop/Bloomsticks

Aug 5th Music will compliment Zip Lining!

Biography and Career Overview

San Francisco native and resident singer/songwriter/actress/journalist/author Kimberlye Gold has been pursuing her dream and perfecting her craft since birth (her mother had her birth announcement printed as a theater ticket, "It's A Girl"). Before she could see over the dashboard, she was already writing poetry and songs and singing in talent contests. (She insisted on delivering the entire “Twelve Days of Christmas” at a summer vacation resort called Hobergs when she was five for the mostly Jewish vacationers.) Beginning with the award-winning San Francisco rock 'n roll musical comedy, Breakfast In Marin, starring as "Sunny" when she was a teenager, she is no stranger to the stages and recording studios of San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Nashville and London. About a decade ago, Kimberlye added “journalist” to her multi-media cap. When she's not performing at venues such as Biscuits ‘N Blues in San Francisco, Molly Malone’s in Los Angeles, The Bitter End in New York City, The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville and 12 Bar in London, Kimberlye has been a music critic and writer of the hilarious column, "Almost Famous: My Adventures as a SF Entertainment Journalist" for the San Francisco Herald, which won "Best Neighborhood Newspaper" in SF Weekly's "Best of 2001" issue. She is also a freelance writer for various publications across the country including the San Francisco Chronicle, SF Weekly, Time Out New York, Gig Magazine, The Tennessean, The Dallas Observer, The Minneapolis Star Tribune, and was a regular contributor on the sadly-defunct online magazine Grapevine Culture. Having been christened "The Carrie Bradshaw of R&R" and The Carrie Bradshaw of SF", Kimberlye is currently working on a book based on her "Almost Famous" columns, much like Ms. Bradshaw did in Sex & The City, and her friend and mentor Ben Fong-Torres’ Becoming Almost Famous collection of his favorite Rolling Stone interviews.

Kimberlye's latest release, Sycamore Street, is a blend of funky pop and acoustic ballads, a little bit country and a little bit rock ‘n roll, ala her contemporary Sheryl Crow. Veteran NY jazz singer Rosemary Conte calls Kimberlye "an angel with an edge". Kimberlye's song "Rope Of Faith" is a haunting ballad inspired by an encouraging phone call and subsequent meeting with Irish actor Gabriel Byrne, after he heard her music. “I listened to Kimberlye’s voice so loud, so many times, my neighbors started pounding on the walls!” he recalled. She recorded “Rope Of Faith” in a traditional Celtic style as a tribute to his support and kindness. "Rope of Faith" was also the song she sang at her dad's memorial service. "It was one of his favorites," she says. Other songs such as the gritty “Nothin’ I Don’t Already Know” and the hypnotic title track "Sycamore Street" have critics and music fans singing her praises. Peter Cooper, music critic for The Tennessean, writes, "Her voice is the most striking element, I think; full and pretty, yet distinctive. The songwriting is really good as well." Ben Fong-Torres, author/journalist & former senior editor of Rolling Stone states, "Kimberlye has a way with words and music. Her songs are based as much on heart and soul as they are on rock & roll, folk, country and the blues. Her voice, pretty, strong and rocking, is equally adept at covering all those musical bases and more. I love meeting Kimberlye on Sycamore Street". Steve Massam/BBC Radio, notes "Kimberlye is a breath of fresh air; she sings from the heart with true feeling and passion. She can rock, yet has a quality in her voice that easily compares with Emmylou Harris or Allison Krauss." Paul Rodgers, lead singer/frontman for Bad Company and Queen (and three-time Kimberlye Gold interview subject) croons, “Really great. Kimberlye is a true singer.” The late Ian Copeland, former booking agent for F.B.I. (The Police, Blondie, the Go Gos), author and owner of the Backstage Café in Beverly Hills, raved, "Absolutely brilliant. Her voice, and especially the lyrical content are just fantastic. She has an open invitation to play the Backstage." Recently at a gig at Taix in LA’s trendy Echo Park, a new fan was so impressed he shot the whole show and uploaded it on youtube, exclaiming, “Kimberlye is gorgeous and can belt it out like very few others these days!” One of her audience members celebrating his 50th birthday said, “I’m single but I could marry your VOICE!”

Kimberlye performs at many charity and benefit events for local school music programs and performs at retirement homes and senior centers all over the Bay Area. She has regular spots where the residents know all the words to her songs as well as the standards. "I rock the rocking chair set!" she jokes.

Kimberlye has written/recorded and/or performed music/shared the stage with songwriters and producers as diverse as Narada Michael Walden (Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston) Frank Wildhorn (Jeckyl & Hyde), Trevor Gale ("Running To You" - Vanessa Williams), Kostas ("I Can Love You Better Than That" - Dixie Chicks), John Bettis ("Top Of The World" - The Carpenters, "One Moment In Time" - Whitney Houston, "Crazy For You" - Madonna) Michael Garvin ("Waiting For Tonight" - Jennifer Lopez), Billy Lee ("The One" - Gary Allan), and Holly Lamar ("Breathe" - Faith Hill). Kimberlye and Holly co-wrote "Don't Maybe Me", a cut on Atlantic Records recording artist Mila Mason's CD, The Strong One. Kimberlye’s song, “Show Me”, co-written with David Vaughn won “Best Song” for the 2006 West Coast Songwriters Northern California Open Mic Competition. Her song, “Sycamore Street”, co-written with Johnny Douglas won the same award for the 2007 competition and was judged "North Bay Area Song Of The Year” by a panel of music industry pros. Kimberlye’s song “I Ain’t Tammy”, co-written with Jack Williams won an Honorable Mention for Billboard Magazine’s World Music Awards in 2007.

Kimberlye has also created work in films and television. “The Sound of Your Voice” (co-written with Ralph Friedrichsen), “Ready To Let You In” (co-written with Brenda Warren) and “Beyond The Night” (co-written with Stan Bush, Kevin Dukes and Joey Sykes) were recently featured on the ABC Daytime drama All My Children. "One More Reason", (co-written with David Gregoli) was featured in the film A Time To Die (w/ Richard Roundtree, Jeff Conaway and Traci Lords). Her song, "Countdown To Love" (co-written with Paul Sabu), was included in the TV movie, Secrets between Friends on NBC & Lifetime. Kimberlye performed the theme song for the Bikini Open, co-written with Mark & Steve Collins, on pay-per-view TV and international syndication. Most recently, Kimberlye’s song, “Sycamore Street” is featured in the independent film 9:04 AM, which premiered at the West Palm Beach Film Festival and is currently screening in festivals across the country.

While in LA, Kimberlye studied acting at Sanford Meisner's school Neighborhood Playhouse West, under the tutelage of Bob Carneghie. Former grads included Robert Duvall and Robert DiNiro, while fellow students included Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Pfeiffer. Kimberlye was featured as the bass player in the all-girl band at the high school Halloween dance in the Jim Carrey/Lauren Hutton film, Once Bitten. She has also been featured in several music videos with artists as diverse as REO Speedwagon and Mick Jagger, as well as films and TV series like Perfect starring Jamie Lee Curtis and John Travolta and Square Pegs starring Sarah Jessica Parker. Most recently, she has appeared the film Moneyball starring Brad Pitt and on the NBC TV series Trauma as a patient. She’s been a featured actress on the Investigation Discovery channel docudrama I (ALMOST) GOT AWAY WITH IT.

Kimberlye was a co-writer, producer, and background vocalist on English country artist Valerie Jay's sophomore CD, Pacific Time at Hyde Street Studios in San Francisco.

Kimberlye is currently working on her sophomore CD with SF producer Tru.

Contact:

Kimberlye Gold

ksgold007@gmail.com

(650) 291-3403

Saturday, July 28, 2012

Harbor Village Half Moon Bay, CA

Harbor Village Half Moon Bay, Ca

This is a video describing Harbor Village in Half Moon Bay, California. Harbor Village encompasses a world class shopping center, hotel, restaurant, and holds events year round. The events include a farmers market, pumpkin farm, and christmas tree farm. Located in the Harbor it is one of the most premier locations on the coast. Visit it today!

Saturday, July 21, 2012

Zip lining coming to Harbor Village Aug 5th, 2012!

Where: Located at Harbor Village in Half Moon Bay, California (Coincides from 10-4 with Harbor Village Farmers Market)

When: Sunday, Aug 5th 2012.

Why: For fun and excitement!

Email us at info@ziplinebayarea.com

Phone: (925) 262-4222

Website: http://www.ziplinebayarea.com/

Among many other Inspiring Fun activities that thrill groups from less than a dozen to many hundreds, none is hotter than it's super-cool portable zip line. One of only a few of its kind on the West Coast, Inspiring Fun's dual zip line enables either one rider or two riders simultaneously to safely harness in, and zip down at more than twenty miles an hour before stopping comfortably more than Two Hundred feet away. Inspiring Fun sets it self apart by being able to bring this unique entertainment directly to your special corporate, community and private events. Fun loving folks no longer need to travel long distances or pay big bucks to get in on the craze, and experience or repeat the excitement of zip lining!

Company Profile:

"Inspiring Fun"

"Inspiring Fun" is the premiere Bay Area provider of innovative, interactive entertainment for all ages. Inspiring Fun's most well known division owns and operates the largest group of Games2U franchises in the country (right here in the Bay Area). Games2U, an extraordinarily popular, international franchise, has been featured prominently in the U.S., both in national publications such as Entrepreneur Magazine, and on network TV, including ABC's "Shark Tank" and the Rachel Ray show. Some of the many activities that wow its thousands of happy customers are: eye-popping Video Game Theaters; wonderful laser tag systems; human-size hamster balls that are really addicting; and even a "U-Bot" - a robot on wheels with great lights and sound, in which you can climb inside and drive around (and from which you can even shoot your friends with nerf balls)!
Phone: (925) 262-4222
Website: http://www.inspiringfun.com/

Thursday, July 12, 2012

6 Tips for Farmers Market Buying!

Shopping at farmers markets is the easiest way to eat locally. You know where the food comes from. After all, the grower is right there and you can ask them. A bit of planning can keep weekly shopping for produce at a farmers market fun and make cooking a snap all week long.

1. Go Early or Go Late. Markets tend to be less crowded right when they open or just before they close (there are many, many exceptions to this, so try going to your market at different times to figure out the best time for you). For the best selection, go to the farmers market early. The best goods go first. Popular-but-limited items may even sell out before the day is done. It’s as simple as that. For the best deals, go to the farmers market late. Farmers and other vendors often prefer to discount products instead of loading them back up and schlepping them home. (Check out these other Tips to Save Money at Farmers Markets.) Farmers raise this food for a living, however, so don't expect or ask for deep discounts. Importantly, some markets have rules against end-of-the-day discounts.

2. Bring Big Bags & Small Change. Some farmers market vendors offer bags, but they tend to be thin and flimsy plastic ones that groan under the pressure of any substantial produce purchase. Make sure everything gets home from the farmers market without crashing onto the sidewalk or spilling onto the floor of your car by bringing your own sturdy canvas or nylon bags. A backpack can make the hauling easier, especially for weighty or bulky items. Although vendors will make change, purchases will go easier and faster if you have exact (or close to exact) change. At some farmers markets "small change" means dimes and nickels. In larger urban areas many products at farmers markets are sold in dollar or fifty-cent increments.

3. Sketch Meals Ahead of Time. Since you know what you're likely to find at the farmers market, you can do a bit of meal planning and shop accordingly. For example, if local asparagus has just come into season and you can't get enough, you know you'll want to eat some Roasted Asparagus, some cooked into a Asparagus Chickpea Soup, and some sliced raw in an Asparagus Butter Lettuce Salad. So you'll know both how many bunches of asparagus to buy and that you'll also need some spring onions or herbs to add to the soup and some salad greens. Yes, you’ll fare better if you plan your trip to the farmers market. However, you need to leave a bit of wiggle room for those strawberries you didn't know would be at market so early, or the zucchini blossoms you've never tried before. Trying new things is part of the fun of going to farmers markets.

4. Work In Volume. The best deals at the farmers market are had when you buy in bulk. You'll enjoy the best flavors and the best prices when you buy lots of whatever is at its harvest peak. How to use it all up? Try new recipes with favorite vegetables or learn the lost art of preserving food. Freezing, canning, and drying are just some of the ways you can save seasonal tastes you find at the farmers market for later in the year.

5. Think "Whole Foods". No, not that “Whole Foods” – think in terms of how food grows and comes to the farmers market without being processed first. Carrots come whole and unpeeled. Beets still have greens (and dirt) attached. Learning to handle just-harvested produce can take some getting used to, but the superior flavor is worth the adjustment.

6. Get Advice. If you find a vegetable that’s new to you at the farmers market and want to give it a try, ask the farmer how to prepare it. For the best tips specifically ask how they like to eat it.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

New Vendor: Leftcoast Grassfed tips on cooking quality beef!

First off…
grass-fed Beef is a little different from grain-fed beef, as it has a lower fat content, so cooking it is a little more complex. We suggest you cook on a lower heat and cook to medium rare to rare (see our suggestions and tips). If you over cook grass-fed beef, it tends to be tough and chewy (think, shoe leather). Grass-fed beef is delicious if prepared properly. The secret is in the cooking. With a lower fat content, grass-fed beef can cook 30% faster than grain-fed store bought beef.
Some basic tips:

Never use a microwave to thaw your grass-fed beef
If time allows, bring your grass-fed meat to room temperature before cooking
Always preheat your oven, pan, or grill before cooking your grass-fed beef

Suggested Cooking Temperatures
The following are recommended final temperatures for meats. Remove meat from the heat source 5-10 degrees prior to achieving the desired temperature and allow them to finish cooking via residual heat.

Rare – 120 degrees
Medium rare – 125 degrees
Medium – 130 degrees
Medium well – 135 degrees (NOT RECOMMENDED)
Well – 140 degrees (NEVER)

Steaks are intended for rare to medium-rare cooking. If you like well-done beef, then cook grass-fed beef cuts in smaller pieces at very low temperatures in a sauce to add moisture.

New Vendor: Leftcoast Grassfed! Know Your Beef

At Leftcoast™ Grassfed, we feel allowing our cattle to free forage on the natural grasses is the best way to take care of our land and a more humane way to take care of our animals. With a healthier animal, we can offer a healthier cut of meat.
Research shows that grass-fed beef are leaner and more nutritious and that beef from grass-fed animals have higher levels of Omega-3 fatty acids. And that’s important because Omega-3 fatty acids are known to help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, reduce symptoms of hypertension, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), joint pain, and numerous other benefits. Grass-fed beef also has more conjugated linoleic acid (cancer-fighting properties), vitamins A and E, and lower levels of dietary cholesterol.

Research also shows grassfed beef to be lower in fat and cholesterol and less likely to contain harmful E. coli bacteria.
And by rotating our cattle periodically, we not only provide the best forage Mother Nature provides, but we are helping to limit our carbon footprint on the environment.
We choose to produce and sell our grass-fed beef as a locally-grown product to sustain both our ranch and our local community.

LEFTCOAST GRASSFED - We raise certified Food Alliance, American Grassfed, and Animal Welfare Approved cattle for quality grass-fed beef in the San Francisco Bay area. You can follow our tweets at http://www.twitter.com/lcgrassfed or add us at http://www.facebook.com/leftcoast.grassfed

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

New Farmers Market Ad!

The panel Ad is sure looking good thanks to local artist Brendan Foster! Harbor Village Farmers Market Every Sunday from 10-3. Look for our work truck driving around town with this new ad on it. Brendan is a local artist that did this all with spray paint. He did a great job! Thanks!

Friday, June 8, 2012

Farmers Market/ Arts and Crafts Fair- Every Sunday

Harbor Village Farmers Market and Arts and Crafts fair is every Sunday from 10-3. It consist of great food, fun, and activities for the whole family located right by the beach with plenty of free parking. The market has activities every weekend like pony rides, petting zoos, face painting, and live music. Here are some of the vendors that will be at our farmers market We are always looking for more qualified vendors, so contact us as soon as possible. Here are some of our vendors that participate in our market.
This list does not include all vendors. Look for our new children activity table located inside the mall!

Golden Coast bee collective – Honey, honey made products, beeswax, and more. Location – El Granada

Mountain Fresh- broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce, potatoes, chayote, celery. Location – Hollister

Cap n' Mike Fish- fresh fish, smoked fish, crab, salmon, halibut, and rockfish. Location – Princeton

Kidding around with chocolate- chocolates/ fudge made from organic goats milk. Location la Honda.

Kingdom Cake- cupcakes, fudge cupcakes, seasonal jams. Location – San Francisco.

Yogi’s cooking- beans, bell pepper, dates, lima beans, split chickpeas more- location- concord

Medina Farms – strawberries. Location Holister

Andriotti's Farm- all fruits and veggies- location Half Moon Bay

Garden Zone Produce- egg plant, sugar cane, mellon, snow pea – Fresno

Avalos Organic Farms - beets, squash, carrots, celery, potatoes sweet corn, swiss chard - Hollister

G Sevice Meats - eastern european sausages made from chicken, pork, beef, and lamb - San Francisco

Big Paw Olive oils
Popcorn Karma- Kettle corn
Hey Hey Gourmet
Sam n Ashley Farms
Coastside Farm fresh flowers
Francescas organic fresh produce and nuts
Achadania goat cheese
Hummus Heaven
A. Cozzolino nursery- flowers, potted plants, english peas - Half Moon Bay

Gaia essentials- made from scratch soaps, oils, and lotions- Moss Beach
Approved Arts, Crafts, other Artisans:

Tangled Chain creations - jewelry, necklaces, ornaments - El granada

Nancy Wilder Clothing Design - handmade felted accessories - Montara

A.Cain Warm glass- glass blowing, plates, and more location- Moss beach

Amy Estkowski- Hand crafted Jewelry- Half Moon Bay

Colony of Coastside arts- Nonprofit with 80 artists will rotate. Accordingly. – Half Moon Bay

Wild women pottery- potter with wheel, make food designated items- Montara

Diana Riego – Smith- hand sewn tote bags/ pillows. Moss Beach

Science 2 the classroom- activities: fossil digs, mining, make your own necklaces, fossils, and more- Daly City

Angel art works – art using pen ink, pastels, water color, acrylic and oil – San Mateo

Rosie t stone jewelry- stone earrings out of gemstones – El Granada

Crystol tressor- crystals/ crystal jewelry- san Francisco.

Lovely Max Hats- hand crochet beanies for newborns – adult. Have style with them animals, monsters and more. – La Honda

Lavender Lady – Lavender sachets, dream pillows, bath bags, hand sewn – south city

Dick Ng Chinese paintings- Chinese brush paintings and prints – San Francisco

Wild Women Pottery
Sugarplum Succulants

Quickert Ceramics - pottery for home - Montara

Four Feathers - Hand made bird houses/ feeders from recycled goods - Burlingame

Friday, May 11, 2012

Farmers Market Week 4- The Best Yet- Pony Rides, flowers, and fruit!

Time Change for all to know: Farmers Market will now be from 10- 3 Please pass along this information.

We are excited to announce that week 4 is going to our best week ever to date!

Sundays Features:

-The best Local Flowers Grown here on the Coastside! Flower Vendors will be on display for mothers day so make sure you get to the farmers market early to grab them.

- Pony rides for children and adults!

- Petting zoo with local farm animals

- New Vendors cookies, nectarines, cherries, and apricots

- New Vendors Arts and Crafts- sea shells and wind chimes

- Great deals and specials from the shops at Harbor Village

- Buy 20 worth of Hmb Taffy and get 5$ back to purchase a mother flowers at the farmers market.

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Ready... Set... and.. Sell! Week 3: Flowers Featured

As week three of our Farmers Market and Arts and Crafts fair comes, we want to say thank you to vendors and supporters alike. Last week we had new vendors added Triple J farms, who will be back in 2 weeks. Also we had Ediths Gourmet Baking co. They are a bakery that features some yummy treats. They will be out again this week. Thanks again!

This week we want to show off the beautiful flowers of the coast in honor of Mothers Day, which is just around the corner so load up!

Coastside Flowers - Fresh Cut Flowers
Half Moon Bay Orchids-
Half Moon Bay Flowers- Beatifully designed retail flowers
Cozolino Flowers- Grower of fresh cut flowers, plants, and snow peas.

New Vendors:

Hey hey gourmet- Spice blends of all sorts. home-made
Project knew groove- non profit promoting art programs
HMB Cougar football- selling casino night tickets raising money for the program
Non- partisan voting registration
Steve iacopi pictures- fine photogrophy from a coastal resident

Features this week: music, petting zoo, jumper, handmade pottery, and our favorite best smelling vendor GAIA ESSENTIALS!

Hope to see everyone there Sunday at 10 270 capistrano road Half Moon Bay Ca 94019.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Great pictures from Opening Day Farmers Market!

The Grand Opening of the Land and Sea Farmers Market was a huge success. There were hundreds of people everywhere enjoying everything the Harbor Village had to offer. Here are a few pictures we captured of people enjoying there day. Remember the farmers market will be from 10-3 every Sunday year round, and the arts and crafts will be 10-4 year round with tons of children's activities too. 270 Capistrano road Half Moon Bay, Ca!

Monday, April 16, 2012

This Earth Day: Farmers Market, Arts, Crafts, and Petting Zoo!

EARTH DAY 2012 : Half Moon Bay, ca features: farmers market, petting zoos, music, entertainment, arts, crafts, and so much more! Location: Harbor Village Mall 270 capistrano road, Half Moon Bay, ca 94019

This earth day locals and tourists alike will have something in common to do in Half Moon Bay, Ca. What is it you ask? A grand opening of our yearly farmers market launches Sunday April 22, 2012 from 10-4, but wait there is more.... We are also going to have an arts and crafts fair inside the mall, music, kids activities, a kids jumper, and................ a live petting zoo. Whoa! How exciting is that. I mean what is a better way to celebrate earth day than with a petting zoo. We are committed to downright earthy roots and we believe we are achieving this! We are so thankful for all the support and help that the community has shown and are excited to start this off. Special thanks goes to Little Explorers Petting Zoo who will bring their mobile petting zoo out for the event. For information on parties email littleexplorerspettingzoo@gmail.com

Little Explorers Petting Zoo Information
Who are we?We are moms! For many years now we have planned amazing parties for our kids. We understand the importance of birthday memories that last a lifetime and now we want to help you create them for your family. What started out as a hobby to help further our children's education has turned into our family business. All of our animals are family pets and are in constant contact with our own children and their friends. They are sweet, gentle, and very lovable!
We offer a mobile petting zoo with human friendly animals. We bring up to 25 animals!
Goats, sheep, chickens, ducks, rabbits, guinea pigs, a pot belly pig, an alpaca, and a giant tortoises! Babies area available seasonally with their mothers. We continually add new animals as they become available, so you may see something unexpected!

Earth Day, Farmers Market Opening, and Petting Zoo!

EARTH DAY 2012 : Half Moon Bay, ca features: Farmers Market, petting zoos, music, entertainment, arts, crafts, and so much more!

This earth day locals and tourist alike will have something in common to do in HalF Moon Bay, Ca. What is it you ask? A grand opening of our yearly farmers market launches Sunday April 22, 2012 from 10-4, but wait there is more.... We are also going to have an arts and crafts fair inside the mall, music, kids activities, a kids jumper, and................ a live petting zoo. Whoa! How exciting is that. I mean what is a better way to celebrate earth day than with a petting zoo. We are commited to downright earthy roots and we believe we are achieving this! We are so thankful for all the support and help that the community has shown and are excited to start thi off. Special thanks goes to Little Explorers Petting Zoo who will bring their mobile petting zoo out for the event. For information on parties email littleexplorerspettingzoo@gmail.com

Little Explorers Petting Zoo Information
Who are we?We are moms! For many years now we have planned amazing parties for our kids. We understand the importance of birthday memories that last a lifetime and now we want to help you create them for your family. What started out as a hobby to help further our childrens education has turned into our family business. All of our animals are family pets and are in constant contact with our own children and their friends. They are sweet, gentle, and very lovable!
We offer a mobile petting zoo with human friendly animals. We bring up to 25 animals!
Goats, sheep, chickens, ducks, rabbits, guinea pigs, a pot belly pig, an alpaca, and a giant tortoises! Babies area available seasonally with their mothers. We continually add new animals as they bcome available, so you may see something unexpected!

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Not just a Farmers Market but an Arts and Crafts Fair Too!

Launching April 22, 2012 at Harbor Village is the farmers market from 10-4 that is year round and in conjunction with this is going to be arts and crafts fair.

We are excited to launch Arts and Crafts Fair at Harbor Village in conjunction with are farmers market. We are going to have local vendors producing all types of value added items. Pictures, aromas, herbs, handmade clothing, sewn capes, drawings, art, soaps, music, games, entertainment, and much much more! We are very proud to launch this with local artists that will add great value to our area. Make sure you are here or you will miss out.

Organic Farming

One of the most important things to consider is just because a vendor does not have a certified Organic license issued they still might use organic practices. The hardest part of becoming a qualified organic vendor sometimes is the process that many do not go through. While there’s no formal or universal definition for organic farming, it can be defined as one or more systems of production which don’t use synthetic fertilizers, man-made pesticides, herbicides, growth regulators, antibiotics, hormone stimulants and/or livestock feed additives to grow crops and raise animals. Organic farmers that raise livestock and animals are deemed not to use hormones, antibiotics, or food that uses synthetic fertilizers. Farmers that uses practice these technique uses the environments own ecosystems to their advantage, by recycling, reusing, and renewing life. The return what would be waste into their ecosystems causing little carbon footprints. Although we believe Organic Farming a great way to produce goods we do not believe in no way it is the only way. We believe in all types of farming to promote health and protect the end consumer.

Our Farmers Market Begins April 22, 2012 at Harbor Village Mall at 270 capistrano road Half Moon Bay Ca 94019 Sundays Year Round 10-4

Sunday, April 8, 2012

Promoting Health, Comunities, and Farmers!

LAND AND SEA FARMERS MARKET IS CERTIFIED!

We want to promote healthy habits, healthy people, and local support of communities and farmers

Our Farmers market wants to promote all farmers markets and health around California. That is why we compiled a list from San Mateo County of Great Farmers Markets In San Mateo County. All these markets are certified by California agriculture and health departments. We are proud to announce that we are one of these markets. Everyone check theses markets out they are fun, healthy, and great for all ages.

Land and Sea Farmers Market at Harbor Village All Year 270 Capistrano Road, Suite 28 Half Moon Bay 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday Starts April 22nd 2012

Saturday's
Coastside Farmers' Market May - December Shoreline Station 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 225 Cabrillo Hwy Half Moon Bay

Daly City Certified Farmers' Market All Year Serramonte Shopping Center 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Serramonte Boulevard, behind Target Daly City

Millbrae Certified Farmers' Market All Year 200 Block of Broadway between Victoria & La Cruz Millbrae 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

San Mateo Certified Farmers' Market All Year College of San Mateo West Hillsdale & Campus Drive San Mateo 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Redwood City Certified Farmers' Market April - November Winslow & Middlefield, near Broadway Redwood City 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon

South San Francisco Farmers' Market May - October Orange Memorial Park Tennis Drive between Orange Ave and N. Canal 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

SUNDAY

The Fresh Market, Burlingame April - December Burlingame Avenue between Park & Primrose Road Burlingame 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Belmont Certified Farmers' Market All year El Camino Real at O'Neill Belmont 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Menlo Park Certified Farmers' Market All Year Chestnut at Crane Menlo Park 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

San Bruno Certified Farmers' Market May - October San Mateo Drive between Jenevein and Sylvan Ave San Bruno 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Urban Table Certified Farmer's Market May - November 100 E. 4th Avenue San Mateo 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Urban Table Certified Farmer's Market April - October 800 Foster City Blvd Foster City 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 5, 2012

Approved vendors for grand opening Farmers Market/ Arts and Crafts Fair

Here are some of the vendors that will be at our farmers market starting Sundays April 22nd from 10-4 and will be every Sunday year round. Not all vendors will be there everyday, but these vendors have been approved by association. We are always looking for qualified vendors, so contact us as soon as possible.

The following 1st and 2nd Round Applications has been approved. 3rd Round Applications will be announced on Friday April 13th.

Golden Coast bee collective – Honey, honey made products, beeswax, and more. Location – El Granada

Mountain Fresh- broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce, potatoes, chayote, celery. Location – Hollister

Blue Ocean Smokehouse- fresh fish, smoked fish, crab, salmon, halibut, and rockfish. Location – Princeton

Kidding around with chocolate- chocolates/ fudge made from organic goats milk. Location la Honda.

Creek side Smokehouse- hot/cold smoked salmon, halibut albacore, sturgeon/ smoked cheeses. El Granada

Kingdom Cake- cupcakes, fudge cupcakes, seasonal jams. Location – San Francisco.

Yogi’s cooking- beans, bell pepper, dates, lima beans, split chickpeas more- location- concord

Medina Farms – strawberries. Location Holister

Andriotti's Farm- all fruits and veggies- location Half Moon Bay

Garden Zone Produce- egg plant, sugar cane, mellon, snow pea – Fresno

Avalos Organic Farms - beets, squash, carrots, celery, potatoes sweet corn, swiss chard - Hollister

G Sevice Meats - eastern european sausages made from chicken, pork, beef, and lamb - San Francisco

Cassatta Sonoma llc, olive oils- Sonoma county

Approved Arts, Crafts, other Artisans:

Tangled Chain creations - jewelry, necklaces, ornaments - El granada

A. Cozzolino nursery- flowers, potted plants, english peas - Half Moon Bay

Nancy Wilder Clothing Design - handmade felted accessories - Montara

Half Moon Flowers – Flowers, other gifts – Half Moon Bay

Challenge Horticulture- Orchids, cattleya, and more- Half Moon Bay

A.Cain Warm glass- glass blowing, plates, and more location- Moss beach

Amy Estkowski- Hand crafted Jewelry- Half Moon Bay

Colony of Coastside arts- Nonprofit with 80 artists will rotate. Accordingly. – Half Moon Bay

Gaia essentials- made from scratch soaps, oils, and lotions- Moss Beach

Wild women pottery- potter with wheel, make food designated items- Montara

Diana Riego – Smith- hand sewn tote bags/ pillows. Moss Beach

Science 2 the classroom- activities: fossil digs, mining, make your own necklaces, fossils, and more- Daly City

Angel art works – art using pen ink, pastels, water color, acrylic and oil – San Mateo

Rosie t stone jewelry- stone earrings out of gemstones – El Granada

Children’s 5-1 jumper-Hosted by HVMA with different Non-Profit selected each week to donate proceeds to.

Crystol tressor- crystals/ crystal jewelry- san Francisco.

Lovely Max Hats- hand crochet beanies for newborns – adult. Have style with them animals, monsters and more. – La Honda

Lavender Lady – Lavender sachets, dream pillows, bath bags, hand sewn – south city

Dick Ng Chinese paintings- Chinese brush paintings and prints – San Francisco

Islandgurl- crafts hand sewn bags, scarves, gloves

Elizabeth's Yarn- knitting and crochet supplies - Half Moon Bay

Quickert Ceramics - pottery for home - Montara

PupPups - dog paintings, greeting cards, dog signage - San Mateo

Four Feathers - Hand made bird houses/ feeders from recycled goods - Burlingame

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

How to sell at a certified farmers market: Agriculture and Non- Agriculture

Oh the season has begun for farmers, producers, and food enthusiasts around California. For what you might ask? Farmers Markets! We are excited to launch our farmers market April 22 2012 on Sundays from 10-4 at Harbor Village in Half Moon Bay. We want to invite everyone out. Most people know how to find farmers markets, but most people do not how to get certified to sell at one. We want to lay out a quick guide on getting approved to sell in California. You have to be approved to sell at the market by the governing association before market managers can accept you.

Some things you will need and need to know
• The need for certification as a producer (if you wish to sell at a certified farmers' market)
• the need to meet labeling requirements -- particularly if selling prepackaged or closed container products, or selling for commercial resale
• The need for a health department permit if selling non-agricultural food products
• Specifications as to "organic" labeling.

If you are interested in becoming a Certified Producer, please contact the county office in which the market is located or in which you wish to sell your commodity.
Apply online: http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/egov/farmersmarket/
http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/is/apply_register.html

For San Mateo County producers certificate contact:
Erin Herbst. Biologist/Standards Specialist. San Mateo County Dept. of Agriculture/Weights & Measures. (650) 363-4700. eherbst@smcgov.org
1220 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 • (916) 900-5030 FAX (916) 900-5347 • email: cfm@cdfa.ca.gov

For Non- agriculture products:
All most go through county of the governing health department. If you are a producer you do not need to go through department of health, and vise versa. Department of health is only for non-agriculture goods.
For all non-agriculture items our governing body is San Mateo County Health Department.
Contact: Aniie Nantz Contact 650-372-6288. http://www.smchealth.org/

After you have all this, typically, the Market Manager decides who gets to sell at that market. Selection criteria vary by market or group of markets. Once you have compliance from these levels you will have access to start selling at all farmers markets in California. We hope this has helped you in becoming a vendor.

If you have more questions you may ask us!
Visit our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Harbor-Village-Farmers-Market/346566222026080
Our blog: www.harorvillagefarmersmarket.blogspot.com
Email:harborvillagemarket@gmail.com
Harbor Village Farmers Market: 270 capistrano road Half Moon Bay ca 94019 pillar point harbor. Starts Sunday April 22, 2012 and is every Sunday 10-4

Friday, March 16, 2012

Pest Control Techniques- Chemical and Organic

Pest Control Techniques -Chemical and Organic

There are many different techniques for pest control on farms and gardens that you can use and we want to share a few with you. The first way is with chemical controls that you can apply, which can reduce the pest population very fast. The problem with this is that in the long-run it causes an increase in pests because the repeated use of chemical products creates immunities and resistant’s of organisms you are try to get rid of.
In contrast to chemical horticulture, organic horticulture is a much better long term solution, but requires understanding of many scientific factors, and pest life cycle sequences. Organically farming techniques proves to be much harder, but does create beneficial externalities for consumers, and the environment. Some of these net effects are soil protection, better fertilization, pollination, water conservation and season extension. These benefits are both complementary and cumulative in overall effect on site health. These are some techniques that you must consider and that could help you with your garden or farm.
-Allow for a level of pest damage to what you are growing.

-Planting and encouraging beneficial insects to flourish and eat other pests

-Encouraging beneficial microorganisms

-Choosing disease-resistant varieties

-Planting companion crops
-Using row covers to protect crop plants during pest migration periods

-Rotating crops to different locations to throw off pest reproduction cycles

-Using traps to control pest populations

Our Farmers Market at Harbor Village launches April 22, 2012 and is Every Sunday in the Harbor of Half Moon Bay from 10-4. Sponsored and supported by Oceano Hotel and Spa and the Shops at Harbor Village 270 capistrano road Half Moon Bay, ca 94019

Some information was used and gathered from: wikipedia.org

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