If you’re in San Francisco and feel like sampling some amazing local and artisan products, head to The Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, a certified farmers market operated by the nonprofit Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture (CUESA).
The market – renowned throughout the country as one of the top farmers markets to visit – is widely acclaimed for both the quality and diversity of its fresh farm products and artisan foods. On any day, especially Saturdays, some of San Francisco’s best-known chefs, and most famous farmers, can be seen here. More than just a place for trade, the market provides a forum for the 25,000 weekly shoppers to learn about food and agriculture.
The farmers market is open three days a week—Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the smaller markets occupy the front of the building along the Embarcadero; on Saturdays, the much larger market is held both in front of the Ferry Building and on the rear plaza overlooking the Bay.
Expect to find fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, meats and eggs from small regional farmers and ranchers, many of whom are certified organic. A wealth of other products include regional artisan specialties such as breads, cheeses and jams. The Thursday market in addition features an array of artisan street food suchwood-fired pizza, grilled meats, sandwiches and tacos, while the Saturday market also includes local restaurants serving a variety of delicious meals.
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