Foodwise | July 14, 2023 | View as Webpage

Bay Area Chefs Share What They're Celebrating at Foodwise Summer Bash

As you stroll through the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market at the height of summer through bountiful rows of heirloom tomatoes, peak-season peaches, and colorful cucurbits, you’re also stepping through a cherished time capsule of San Francisco history. This year is the 30th anniversary of the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with the community that continues to make it so special: the dedicated farmers, the adventurous chefs, and the loyal market shoppers, too.

This Sunday, July 16, at Foodwise Summer Bash, chefs from 45 beloved Bay Area restaurants and beverage makers are gathering at the Ferry Building to toast this milestone birthday and showcase the season's best from our local farms. They’re looking forward to spending quality time with fellow chefs and farmers, and seeing all of you! Hear from a few participants about what the Foodwise community means to them, and get a sneak peek of what they’ll be making at Summer Bash.

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Just 2 Days Until Foodwise Summer Bash! Get Tickets Now

We have just a few tickets left to the party of the season! Join 45 Bay Area restaurants and beverage makers to share an unforgettable tasting experience with those you love, and toast 30 years of San Francisco’s beloved food community together. Proceeds support Foodwise farmers markets, food access initiatives, and education programs.

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Bid Now in Our Foodwise Summer Bash Online Auction

Whether you're joining us at Summer Bash or not, you can bid on 28 exciting food packages in our online auction, such as tickets to Outstanding in the Field, a North Bay wine tasting with Hog Island oysters, dinner at Nisei, and more! The auction closes on Sunday, July 16, at 7:40 pm.

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Ferry Plaza Farmers Market Makes USA Today's 10Best!

We did it! Thank you to everyone who voted in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. With your support, the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market placed among the best markets in the nation. See the full list here, and share your pride and love of the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market and San Francisco!

Mandela Partners Pop-Up: Chef Sarah Germany

As part of the Building Equity program, Chef Sarah Germany is popping-up on Saturdays this summer with Mandela Partners. Stop by her stand in the back plaza for flavorful fermented hot sauces and smoked catfish.

Meet Chef Sarah Germany

Dahlias Have Arrived at Lonely Mountain Farm

Kenny and Molly Baker are the farmers at Lonely Mountain Farm in Corralitos. Stop by their stand on Saturdays for bright summer blooms, plus strawberries galore. You can also find them at Foodwise Summer Bash.

Meet Lonely Mountain Farm

Mission Community Market: Featured Vendors

Aw Shucks! G&S Corn Season in Full Swing

After delays due to an unseasonably cool spring, G&S Farms is back at the Mission Community Market and Ferry Plaza on Saturdays. Stop by for sweet Brentwood corn for summer salads and grilling.

Meet G&S Farms

Satisfy Stone Fruit Obsessions at Winters Fruit Tree

Fourth- and fifth-generation farmers run Winters Fruit Tree, and they bring sweet peaches and plums, raw and roasted nuts, and eggs to the Mission Community Market and the Ferry Plaza on Saturdays.

Meet Winters Fruit Tree

Community Happenings

Around the Table: Unearthing Apocalypse | July 18 | SF

Summer Celebration at Lucero Organic Farms | July 26 | Galt

Foodwise Demo: Kim Alter, Nightbird | July 29 | SF

Foodwise Demo: Annie Wang, Annie's T Cakes | July 29 | SF

MoAD's Tender Soul Sessions with Jocelyn Jackson and Nimah Gobir | August 5 | Online

Foodwise Demo: Emmanual Galvan, Bolita | August 5 | SF

Foodwise Demo: Jennifer Huang, Nusa | August 5 | SF

National Farmers Market Week | August 6-12

2023 Gravenstein Apple Fair | August 12 & 13 | Sebastopol

Summer Ferry Fest | August 17 | SF

Market Updates

This is the most up-to-date info about this week's seller attendance at the time of publication. Please check in at the Foodwise Info Booth for any last-minute changes.

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Saturday, 8am-2pm | July 15

La Cocina Pop-Up: Buko Bakes

Mandela Partners Pop-Up:Chef Sarah Germany

Returning: Capay Mills

Out: Crumble & Whisk, Old Dog Ranch, Lagier, Rainbow Orchards

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Tuesday, 10am-2pm | July 18

Out: Triple Delight Blueberries (out for the season)

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Thursday, 10am-2pm | July 20

En2Action's Ujamaa Kitchen Pop-Up: Lil' Alijo Catering & Events

Returning: Rainbow Orchards

Out: Triple Delight Blueberries (out for the season)

Mission Community Market: Thursday, 3pm-7pm | July 20