Soon to be a regular Sunday morning event.
Jess and I headed over to the Hollywood Famers’ Market this morning. I had resisted going for months now – partly because I thought <organic food snob> I would be disappointed. The Ferry Building FM in San Francisco was such a nice market and I just didn’t think I would find anything here that would measure up. After some kind persuasion from friends last night, I finally gave in, and I have to say it was really good.
We wandered through the whole thing and saw lots of yummy stuff – we quickly filled up the 2 shopping bags we brought with us – and ran into two of our friends there as well. Nice bonus! Here’s a little bit from the excursion.
Our breakfast – J. had the chorizo & egg burrito and I had the homemade cheese tamale – both spicy but very good. We sat on the curb in the sun and chowed down.
Succulent & Cactus Paradise. We came across a plant seller who had all sorts of exotic succulents and cactus’ from all over the world. I think I’m going to be seeing alot of these guys over the coming months. We bought only one plant – for $6 – but will be back next week for the “firesticks“. They had already sold out for the day.
First bite of the roasted corn on the cob – my post-tamale dessert.
Today’s bounty. Giant Artichoke, Purple Carrots (organic), Plum Tomatoes (pesticide free), Guatemalan Fair Trade Coffee (organic), Tangerines, Haas Avocado (organic), Local Wildflower Honey, Basil (organic) and Brussel Sprouts. I have a strong feeling that getting back to shopping a farmers market on a regular basis will probably change our dining out frequency.
Blurry shot of our new african succulent. It will get about 2 feet tall and if allowed will spread 4-5 feet wide. For now he’ll live in a pot. We also got some golden sage & oregano to add to our herb selection.
