Good Food’s Weekly Farmers’ Market Digest

Santa Monica Farmers’ Market and brings the latest news from farmers and chefs.

This week we hear from Walter Manzke who is buying squash blossoms for his restaurants Republique and Petty Cash. Plus, Nate Siemens of Fat Uncle Farms discusses the uncertain future of almond farming in California.

Listen to her report below and keep reading for your weekly shopping list.

What You Should Buy This Weekend from the Farmers’ Market:

– Almonds from Fat Uncle Farms (Almonds are in the hot seat this week because of their heavy use of water. Farmer Nate Siemens tells us the future of his almond farm is uncertain)

– Microgreens from Maggie’s Farm Stand (Picked right after the first leaves develop)

– Squash blossoms (Look for them at Life’s a Choke and Valdivia Farms)

– Strawberries (Look for them from Harry’s Berries, McGrath Family Farm, Tamai Family Farm and Fairview Gardens)

Recipes for Your Market Haul

The Holy Grail of Homemade Almond Milk

Saffron Crepe Cake with Swiss Chard and Ricotta Cheese

Rustic Canyon’s Stuffed Squash Blossoms

Evan’s Strawberry Risotto