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Stemple Creek Ranch Brings Grass-Fed Beef to the Ferry Plaza

The Poncia family has been farming in Northern California for four generations. Since 1897, they’ve grown their operation from a dairy farm in Fallon to 1,000 acres of ranches across four counties. By focusing on soil health and ranching on bird-friendly land, Stemple Creek Ranch provides high-quality meat through prioritizing sustainability and regenerative agricultural practices. Now that they’ve returned to the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, shoppers can choose from a selection of grass-fed, grass-finished beef, pork, and lamb, all raised on open pastures throughout their lives.

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Tomorrow's Demo: Christine Law, Flora Gelateria

Tomorrow at 11 am, learn how to make a layered blackberry lime gelato torte with Christine Law, founder of Flora Gelateria. Stick around until the end for free samples and to take home the recipe, and be sure to visit Flora at the Ferry Plaza on Saturdays!

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Celebrate 15 Years of the Mission Community Market on July 24

Celebrate 15 years of the Mission Community Market on Thursday, July 24! Stop by and show your gratitude for all of our local farmers and food makers, both original vendors and newcomers alike. Got an MCM story to share? Contact us!

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“Tomatoes Are a Fruit” Salsa

This Seasonal Spotlight recipe reminds us that tomatoes are technically a fruit, and when paired with their summer-time market friends, stone fruits, they make for a sweet and satisfying dip.

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Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Featured Vendors

Summer Fruits and Veggies at Lucero Organic Farms

Spouses Curtis and Priscilla Lucero grow a wide variety of summer squash, strawberries, and tomatoes on their farm in Sacramento County. Visit Lucero Organics on Saturdays at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market.

Meet Lucero Organic Farms

Mandela Partners Pop-Up: Clandestina Cocina

Chef Lilian Duran learned to cook Cuban food from her mother and grandmother. At the Mandela Partners tent on Saturdays through September, she'll have a delicious menu of sweet and savory pastries, sauces, and more.

Meet Clandestina Cocina

Mission Community Market: Featured Vendors

Wild-Caught Salmon at Coastside Specialties

Charlie Clark and his family have been bringing sustainable smoked fish products to the Mission Community Market since its founding in 2010. Visit Coastside Farms and Specialties on Thursdays at the farmers market.

Meet Coastside Specialties

Limited-Edition Lotions and Sprays from En Vie Naturals

Another original Mission Community Market vendor, Kim Leonard, has been crafting handmade lotions and soaps for over 15 years. Try her limited-edition coconut-scented lotion on Thursdays until September.

Meet En Vie Naturals

Community Happenings

The Ferry Building & Noise Pop Present: Ferry Fest! | July 13 | SF

Taste of Summer SF Dining Challenge by Golden Gate Restaurant Association | July 14 - August 31 | SF

15th Anniversary of Mission Community Market | July 24 | SF

Bhangra & Beats Night Market | July 25 | SF

Tomato Festival | July 26 | SF

Foodwise Demo: Yennifer Prada, Le Savoir Faire | July 26 | SF

Foodwise Demo: Polly Sang, Kids Cooking for Life | July 26 | SF

Slow Food East Bay Anchovy Workshop | August 2 | SF

National Farmers Market Week | August 3 to August 9 | 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 12

New! Izzy & Wooks (back plaza)

La Cocina Pop-Up: De La Creamery

Mandela Partners Pop-Up: Clandestina Cocina

Returning: The Farmer's Wife, Gumbo Social, Rainbow Orchards, Triple Delight Blueberries (last market of the season)

Out: Knoll Farms, Lagier Ranches, Sierra Cascade Blueberry Farm (out for the season)

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Tuesday, 10am-2pm | July 15

En2Action/Ujamaa Kitchen: Remy Creations

Returning: Remy Creations

Out: Triple Delight Blueberries

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Thursday, 10am-2pm | July 17

En2Action/Ujamaa Kitchen: Remy Creations