Market Update for September 5th
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with Fresh Local Flavor
Labor Day weekend is officially here! From peak-season sweet corn and juicy stone fruit to artisanal dips and fresh-baked treats, we’re celebrating with a market full of holiday weekend specials. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, packing a beach picnic, or simply enjoying an extra day to rest, we have everything you need to stock your table with the freshest local flavor.
At our weekly market, you’ll find fresh produce that was harvested just hours before it reaches your hands. Because our fruits and vegetables come directly from the fields rather than sitting in long supply chains, they arrive with peak flavor and a much longer shelf life for your kitchen — meaning less waste and more value for every dollar spent.
Shopping with us does more than stock your pantry with the best produce around; it directly sustains our local growers and provides vital funding for compassionate bereavement care for families throughout our community.
Come kick off your Labor Day weekend with fresh local finds at the Market!
What’s fresh this Saturday:
- Grilling & BBQ Essentials: Sweet corn, crisp bell peppers, tender summer squash, purple eggplant, and juicy tomatoes perfect for the grill.
- Peak Summer Fruit & Desserts: Sun-ripened peaches, nectarines, sweet cantaloupe, honeydew, and late-summer berries for refreshing holiday fruit salads and pies.
- Easy Picnic & Holiday Prep: Freshly baked artisan breads, local raw honey, gourmet dips, savory snacks, and sweet treats to make your long weekend gatherings effortless.
LABOR DAY SPECIALS
If you love artisan treats with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, make a B-line for Bliss Street Baked Goods this Saturday! Founder and baker Deya Jacob brings her Lebanese heritage to life through unique flavor combinations, expertly blending quality fruits, nuts, and spices to create memorable, beautifully crafted goodies that never overdo the sugar.
To welcome the start of the “…ber” months, Deya is debuting her fantastic fall seasonal lineup! Pick up a jar of her short-run Spiced Plum Jam, plus freshly baked Pumpkin Gingerbread Cookies and individual Apple Crumble Pies. Her popular creations sell out quickly, so head over to her table early to pick up some long weekend treats.
Looking for a unique, sustainable gift for the little ones in your life? Stop by the Tabor Crafts booth this Saturday for handcrafted wooden toys made right here in Camarillo! Every piece is lovingly crafted from repurposed, recycled local wood, giving natural materials a beautiful second life while adding a touch of sustainable charm to playtime.
Have a specific design in mind? The family team behind Tabor Crafts specializes in custom creations and can build a one-of-a-kind wooden piece just for you! Stop by early to browse their handcrafted collection.
Looking for the perfect host gift? Stop by the Marmalades by Dash booth this Saturday to grab one of his special Labor Day Gift Boxes! Handcrafted with all-natural ingredients and zero artificial preservatives, each jar pairs pure fruit with exotic spices inspired by Dash’s life across India, Africa, the U.K., Canada, and the U.S.
Whether you’re pairing his marmalades with artisanal cheeses, brushing them over grilled meats, or gifting a jar to your holiday weekend host, these flavor blends add a delicious “dash” of something special to any table.
Stop by her booth and discover the beauty of handmade!
Craving authentic French cuisine for your holiday weekend? Stop by France Café to meet the talented husband-and-wife duo Kathleen and Gérard Marini, who bring over 40 years of culinary expertise to our market every Saturday.
For Labor Day weekend, they are featuring two take-home specials:
Chef Gérard’s Labor Day Special: A gourmet take-home dish of classic Coq au Vin (tender chicken in a rich red wine sauce) — the ultimate effortless holiday dinner!
Chef Kathleen’s Cookie Pack: A 4-pack featuring one each of her homemade favorites: Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Date Walnut, and Peanut Butter.
Say bonjour to Kathleen and Gérard this Saturday and pick up a sweet or savory French feast for the long weekend!
Leveling up your Labor Day barbecue spread? Stop by La Vita Kitchen for a Buy 3, Get 1 FREE special across their entire lineup of handcrafted salsas, dips, and guacamoles!
La Vita is a proud mother-daughter-owned local kitchen crafting small-batch, sustainably minded creations packed with fresh, bold flavor. From smooth and creamy favorites like Ohh Guacc and Jalapeño Mushroom Cheese Dip to zesty hits like Drive Me Mangoes and Chipotle Fuego, their small-batch jars are made for long weekend celebrations.
Stop by their booth this Saturday to taste a sample, and mix-and-match your four favorite flavors!
Download their flyer here.
Looking to try something uniquely delicious on the grill this Labor Day weekend? Stop by Adaboy Acres to grab fresh, local avocados and pick up Daryl and Susan’s secret tips for Bar-B-Que Avocados! You can even download it below to save it for your weekend cookout.
Susan and Daryl have been sharing incredible citrus and avocado varieties fresh from their ranch between Somis and Moorpark at our market since 1992. Beyond their grilling tips, you’ll find unbeatable prices on Haas, Lamb Hass, and Fuerte avocados, plus sweet oranges, lemons, and limes. Head over to their booth Saturday to say hello and stock up for the long weekend!
Click here to download their BBQ Avocado recipe flyer.
MARKET MASCOT
Have your children participated in a scavenger hunt for our Market Mascot, Mark-ado (made by Michelle Cronk of Little This That Gifts), yet?
Here’s an example of how he might be hidden at a vendor’s booth (in this picture, he was hiding with our friends at Ojai Microgreens.) —–>
Our little mascot hangs out at a different vendor’s booth each week. When you spot him, stop by the Market Tent to let us know. We’ll have fun reward stickers waiting!
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NONPROFIT OF THE WEEK
Camaradio FM 101.3 is back at the market this week!
Stop by to meet the crew, and learn more about this fantastic non-profit community radio station serving Camarillo. They are a wonderful community resource to promote local events and news.
RETURNING & LEAVING VENDORS:
🧁Bliss Street Baked Goods is back with their locally-made, handcrafted baked goods. More than simply sweet, these treats are made with spices, nuts, and fruits.
🥯Buckaroo Bagels is back at the market this week with their fresh, small-batch sourdough bagels! Come early, these are bagels to savor and they go fast.
🧁Cup My Cakez has gluten-free and vegan pastries available at the market this weekend.
🍬Kelsy’s Kandy is back and brings you the best almond toffee you’ll ever taste! This buttery, golden treat with just the right almond crunch will keep you coming back for more.
🍝Zona Little Italy sells their GMO-free products that are made in Italy! They have a range of olive oils, vinegars, pasta, rice, sauces & seasonings.
THIRD QUARTER DRAWING
It’s week nine of quarter three! Be sure to stop by the market tent to update your card to collect visits to qualify for the next drawing.
Stop by the Market Tent for details.
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FARM TO FORK RECIPES
Looking for recipe ideas for your Farmer’s Market finds? See a few ideas below.
Creamy Peach Dijon Chicken
Finished with fresh thyme, this dish offers a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors in a healthy, refreshing meal.
Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables
A hardy vegetable dish with Yukon gold potatoes, brussels sprouts, and butternut squash.
Berry Beet Salad
You’ll find almost everything you need for this tasty salad at the Farmer’s Market this week!
Honey Nut Bars with Dates
These moist date and nut bars are simple to make with chopped dates, walnuts, and delicious honey for a classic treat.
Triple Berry Crisp
This delicious, summery berry crisp recipe is made with a triple berry mixture of raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries
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📣 This is a reminder that our market opens at 8 a.m. For safety reasons, vendors are not allowed to sell before the market opens. We ensure that everyone is set up and all vehicles are moved from inside the market before opening. We appreciate your kindness to the vendors.
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🐕🦺 Remember, dogs or other animals are prohibited in the market area during market hours. Service animals on leashes are exempt from this policy.
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Need help finding what you’re looking for? Please stop by the Market Tent and chat with our friendly volunteers!
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Please visit our website or Instagram page for the latest updates.
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In addition to the freshest fruits and vegetables, you’ll find fresh coffee, home-kitchen baked goods, freshly baked bread, cheese, cookies, pastries, jam, honey, nuts, dried fruit, organic eggs, fresh flowers, and live garden plants, hummus and salsa, pasta and sauce, fresh local seafood, seasoning blends for dips, marinades, and rubs, microgreens, mushrooms, tamales, soups, tea, yogurt, and sausage.
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Don’t be disappointed if your favorite treat sells out! Instead, you can contact any linked vendors ahead of the market to reserve your order and pick it up on Saturday.
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Agricultural Vendors
Acosta Farms, Adaboy Acres, Alcantar Farm, Angelo Ranch, Arreola Farm, Cardenas Farms/YNT Farms/Cuyama, Chavez Family Farms, Chuy’s Berries**, F & F Farm, Fue Thao, Halaby & Verni**, Henry’s Egg Ranch, Jubilee Honeybee, Los Padres Orchids, Mulberry Lane Farm, Myriad Flowers, Ojai Microgreens, and Underwood Family Farms.
** Participate in the WIC/Senior Nutrition Program.
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Food Vendors
Bliss Street Baked Goods (Returning), Bonito Coffee, Bonjour! Yogurt, Brothers Products, Buckaroo Bagels (Returning), Cup My Cakez (Returning), France Café, Kelsy’s Kandy (Returning), Kettlestones, La Montagne des Saveurs, LaVita Kitchen, Lucky Lab, Marmalades by Dash, Mr. Corn Tamales, Santa Barbara Channel Seafood, Teawaves, Tiger Bao, YOUBITE Sausage, and Zona Little Italy (Returning).
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Artisans
We’re pleased to have nine local artisans crafting their products at the market this week! Gary Eilers Stained Glass (stained glass sun catchers, picture frames, nightlights, and wind chimes), Kim’s Bows (all types and colors of bows), Little This ‘n’ That Gifts (handmade crocheted/knitted beanies, scarves, stuffed animals, home décor, seasonal items), Log Creations (planters, boxes, and tables from Woolsey Fire burned trees), MAS Jewelry Designs (handcrafted silver jewelry), Mei Mei’s Corner (handmade baby accessories and gifts), Oats & Ivy (goat milk soap and other bath products), Ojai Crafters (baskets and wine barrel crafts), and Tabor Crafts (unique wood creations from reclaimed and locally sourced material).
Music at the Market
We are grateful to the musicians who donate their time and talent to make the market a more enjoyable experience!
This week, we’re pleased to present Michael & John Western Suns.
