Before there was a Safeway at the intersection of Market and Church Sts. it was San Francisco’s first modern farmers’ market. And it all started because of World War 2. In a fascinating essay on FoundSF.org, a man named John Brucato tells how it all began. Due to the war

As of June, West Oakland now has its own Farmers Market. We sat down with the creator of the market to learn more about what makes this one unique and what the future holds for this new event. Currently, the market features 45-50 vendors including local, seasonal growers, pasture-raised meats,

As 2024 winds down, we’re reflecting on another incredible year of sharing the stories, art, culture, and nightlife that make the Bay Area so unique. BrokeAssStuart.com wouldn’t be what it is without you—our community of readers, supporters, and believers in independent media. This year, instead of asking you to join Patreon

This week, a private battle between Outer Sunset Farmers Market & Mercantile (OSFMM) and a private high school, St. Ignatius College Preparatory(SI), became very public via a letter published online by OSFMM. The permit for The Sunset’s popular and well-trafficked farmer’s market will expire on August 13th and, while the

It’s baaack! Join CUESA for the Tenth Annual Goat Festival, a celebration of all things goat. Discover the wonders of goats, meet local ranchers and food crafters, sample artisan cheeses, and unleash your inner “kid” at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market. This year’s festival is cohosted by Meyenberg, America’s #1

“Farm to Table” is the latest trend amongst the foodies and the environmentally friendly these days. Not only can you help reduce carbon foot prints, you can cook up farm fresh veggies and place them right on your table. Get it? With everyone so health concious about GMOs, additives, pesticides

Rad Upcoming SF Events     Maggie Battista, FoodGiftLove: More than 100 Recipes to Make and Share THU. 10/22 | 6:30PM @ OMNIVORE BOOKS In her new book, Food Gift Love, Maggie Battista celebrates her expertise and enthusiasm for small-batch, hand-crafted foods. She features 100 memorable, edible gifts for any

Does where you shop define who you are? We know you’re broke. And that’s cool. But just what kind of broke-ass are you? Pick the description below that best fits your lifestyle! Dumpster Diving Debbie You’ll eat anything you can get your hands on – literally. You spend your Friday

EATING HEALTY! My New Year’s resolution to be a healthier lady (and, in turn, gain the body of a young Cindy Crawford) is going pretty well.  I joined a CSA, started chewing Trident Tropical Twist (the best gum in the world) instead of chocolate-covered pretzels while watching my beloved Hoarders,