Meet the East Bay Coffee Roasters Making Waves in San Francisco

April 11, 2025

For Brendan Doherty and Rebecca Brown, what started as a way to share great coffee with friends and neighbors grew into a staple of their local community in Alameda. 

A Farmers Market Guide to Greens of Spring

April 3, 2025

Read on for a guide to some of the greens that you can find at the farmers market when spring is in full bloom.

14 Bay Area BIPOC Women Food and Craft Entrepreneurs to Celebrate and Support

March 28, 2025

Meet 14 local BIPOC women food and craft makers who are bringing innovative and unique offerings to our Bay Area community.

SF Chickenbox Says Goodbye

March 25, 2025

As of March 14, SF Chickenbox has made the difficult decision to close after six years of bringing mouthwatering chicken sandwiches and mochi muffins to our Bay Area community. We’ve enjoyed having their lovingly made food and warm presence at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market over last two years. Founder Christian Ciscle shared this heartfelt […]

Volunteer of the Month: Angie Lipschuetz

March 22, 2025

Foodwise relies on volunteers and interns to help with education programs and other activities that help fulfill our mission to grow thriving communities through the power and joy of local food. Learn more about internships here and volunteer opportunities here.  Food lover and avid volunteer Angie Lipschuetz has been volunteering with Foodwise for the last […]

Six Programs That Protect and Empower Farmworkers

March 20, 2025

In honor of National Farmworker Awareness Week (March 25-31) and Cesar Chavez’s birthday on March 31, we wanted to bring attention to the vital community of farmworkers we all depend on to bring food to our tables.

17 Inspiring Women Farmers You Should Know

March 13, 2025

In celebration of International Women’s Day, meet just a few of the hardworking women farmers in our farmers markets.

Women Food Entrepreneurs Share Advice and Inspiration for Women’s History Month

March 7, 2025

Ferry Plaza food business owners shared stories about the women who have inspired them and offered words of wisdom for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Volunteer of the Month: Crystal Cao

February 25, 2025

Volunteer Crystal Cao can be found assisting shoppers at the Foodwise Info Booth and Veggie Valet.

Get Rooted: A Farmers Market Guide to Root Vegetables

February 23, 2025

From beets and carrots to potatoes and turnips, here are some of the delicious root vegetables from the farmers market you can enjoy in the winter months.

Keep It Simple: This Oakland Entrepreneur Only Uses Fruits and Vegetables in Her Juices

February 21, 2025

Danielle Clark founded her business with the intention of giving her immediate family and friends access to essential nutrients.

How to Put Together the Perfect Date at the Farmers Market

February 14, 2025

If you’re looking for a low-cost and relaxed date over the weekend, look no further than the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market.