Berkeley/Peninsula

Lemongrass is a culinary herb, often used in Thai food and hot teas. It is used both fresh and dried, and imparts a lemony flavor to dishes. Some studies have shown that Lemongrass tea seems to provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and infection-preventing benefits.

These are jalapeños harvested after they’ve turned red and spicy! Great to add some sweet heat to salsa or stir fries. Or, make sriracha! $20 per five pound bag.

Quince is an ancient fruit originating in the Caucasus and northern Persia, and related to apples and pears. It is high in vitamin C and antioxidants, as well as pectin, making it a great fruit for jams, marmalades, tarts and pies. Though it can be eaten raw, it is usually preferred cooked, either roasted in the oven or diced and cooked down with water or apple juice until becomes a puree or compote. $14 per five pound bag.

Mariquita Farm “Culinary Herb Collection” includes Oregano (15 g bag), Sweet Marjoram (10 g bag) and Thyme (8 g bag) — perfect for seasoning your tomato sauces! The herbal oils in our herbs are preserved longer by not crushing the herbs prior to package. Crushing or bruising the herbs releases the flavor and aroma in the plant oil and should be done right before use.

Mariquita Farm “Culinary Herb Collection” includes Sage (8 g bag), Summer Savory (12 g bag) and Thyme OR Lemon Thyme — it will be one or the other (8 g bag) — perfect for seasoning your tomato sauces! The herbal oils in our herbs are preserved longer by not crushing the herbs prior to package. Crushing or bruising the herbs releases the flavor and aroma in the plant oil and should be done right before use.