This review is for the Farmstand at Fairview Gardens. Specifically, the Farmstand's delivery…read moreprogram. Taking Covid-19 very seriously, I've been isolating for most of the year and only getting groceries by delivery or from friends willing to pick things up while they shop. A few weeks ago, I started receiving once-weekly deliveries from the Farmstand. Wednesdays during Farmstand hours, I get a bag full of goodies and so far, so great. I love knowing that my seasonal produce is grown locally and organically. All of the items have been fresh and delicious, from a punnet of the sweetest, most sun-kissed yellow cherry tomatoes to heads of lettuce, zucchini and squash, and bunches of rainbow chard (so good sautéed with garlic!) I don't choose what's in my produce bags, but I've been very satisfied with the diverse selections. The assortment is $20 each and seems to be curated differently by the week. There's more info about the Farmstand, Covid-safe shopping, and pickup and delivery on the website. Thanks Farmstand, for keeping me cooking with tasty, newly-harvested local fruits and veggies during the pandemic.

* A lovely oasis! *…read more I first heard of this place in a documentary that I saw in Vancouver a while back. When I saw the film I knew I wanted to see the farm itself. This farm has been around since 1895, and claims to be the oldest organic farm in Southern California. It clearly is the last bit of farming left in an area that has become incredibly suburban. What an oasis! On their little parcel of land (about 12 acres) the have an incredible variety of fruits and vegetables - at least a hundred or so - including some rather unique heirloom varieties. There is a decent sized produce stand with a beautiful selection of organic fruits and veggies, and some very friendly helpful staff behind the counter to answer any questions about the products or the farm itself. If you wander past the stand onto the actual farm you can take a free self-guided tour that is really nicely set up. We wandered through the fields and found little signs every now and then telling you something interesting about organic produce, what you were looking at, or my favourite which described the difference between free range chickens and other kinds. (Those chickens running around providing natural fertilizer were fun to watch as well - they travel in packs!) This spot really makes for a wonderful afternoon of wandering around and getting back to the earth. And the carrots we got were the sweetest carrots I have had in a long LONG time! Delicious!

The produce was overall nice but I had a negative experience with being charged incorrectly and…read morethen being spoken to condescendingly, as if I had made the error. Everyone makes mistakes but speaking down to someone is not what I want in a business.

I was fortunate enough to walk by Plow to Porch Organics during a tasting event during my vacation…read morein Santa Barbara. It was an unexpected treat! The owners and staff were amazing people. They invited us to come in and taste two salads from a cook book signing event. Both delicious salads were organic with apples, kale and other local produce. I am certain that this is the most healthy thing that I ate in this town. Their timing was just perfect too, we had just walked down to some local happy hours and were searching for something healthy to eat. Plow to Porch has a great store with a great variety of organic food for retail sale, but their main business is produce boxes. Farmers sell their very best peak season goods to the loyal customers who commit to a box subscription. Both parties win, customers get to experience a nice variety of local crops without the hassle of shopping. Farmers win because it reduces the day to day drama of selling the produce.

This place is smaller than most flea markets, but you can definitely find some treasures. It's free…read moreto park & free to get in. There was a few food trucks when we went on Thursday 2-16-23. We bought some tangerines for $1 a pound and they were super good & sweet! The majority of sellers sell used type items here. However, this place does have a few sellers with new merchandise. There is also a small farmers market area with plenty of fruits & veggies. Overall good place to stop by and visit if you're in the area. I hope this place will grow in the future.

Lane Farms is the perfect place to get your Christmas Tree, and poinsettias, and some sweet and…read moretasty treats. Cute farm atmosphere, with assorted donkeys, pigs and goats to talk to. And a very friendly staff to help you get prepared for Christmas. Thank you Becky and John for helping get this festive holiday started. Will definitely be back to also visit their produce shack.

Stopped by on a road trip in late September and the pumpkin patch they had was one of the best up…read morekept farms I've seen! Not to mention fresh produce, perfect pumpkins and the best corn maze next to cute animals. A MUST stop place in the fall!

The hummus is truly delicious, no doubt & my favorite. But god forbid, on a beautiful sunny day at…read morethe farmers market, you gently ask the owner a simple question- he will get angry & lob insults...not sure why he would treat his loyal customers that way. Possibly a bit misogynistic?After 2 negative experiences, I will be avoiding that booth (it's more affordable at the grocery store if really need the hummus ) "Hope"hummus is a close second-organic pure and tasty as well. 3 stars for the arrogance. Suggestion: hire someone who enjoys working with the public. All the best!

Very Fresh and Delicious Spicy Black Bean Hummus…read more Greek Flat Pita Bread is amazing warmed up. Also love the Shapatti: Sun-Dried Tomato, Feta, and Pesto mix. I could live off these three things :) $5 each or 3 for $13 Find them at a Farmers Market. I caught them at the Avila one.