The summer fruits and vegetables are flooding into the Farmer’s Markets.  Here is a list of markets you can frequent every month of the year.  

Corte Madera Town Center  – Wednesdays 12 –5pm

The Town Center

The artichokes are amazing here!

San Rafael Farmer’s Market – Thursdays 8am – 1pm 

10 Avenue of the Flags

The fresh berries (especially the strawberries) are juicy and flavorful!

San Rafael Civic Center – Sundays 9am – 1pm

3501 Civic Center Drive

My daughter eats 3 nectarines per day during the summer and they sell sweet white and yellow ones!

Mill Valley Farmer’s Market – Fridays  9:30am – 2:30pm

759 E. Blithdale, CVS parking lot

The aroma of fresh bread tempts you while you walk around – give in and buy it!

Marin Country Mart – Saturdays 9am – 2pm

2257 Larkspur Landing Circle

The salmon is the best you can buy!

*photos aren’t from the listed locations

With the weather getting warmer, I love to eat outside. These are a few of my favorites, not in any particular order.  I hope you have a chance to enjoy them all this sunny season.  All the restaurants are kid-friendly for all ages.

Salsalito Taco Shop

 Their fresh homemade guacamole is fantastic!  My husband loves the Cochinita Tacos and ordered them once a week when his office was nearby.  It is very casual and a quick bite for a warm weekday lunch.

Fish Resturant

This waterside shack is legendary.  The fresh fish is fantastic and is served only until 8:30 pm.  The Saigon Salmon Sandwich is a staple, as well as the Fish and Chips.  My favorite is the White Chowder Bowl with a piece of lightly toasted crusty bread to dip.  They accept cash only (there is an ATM there) but be prepared.  It can be served outside at picnic-style tables so bring a sweater because the wind can pick up there.  Yum!

Cibo

Besides the fact that my friend is the chef/owner and makes the most delicious pastries, I love their hot paninis!  You will enjoy the hustle and bustle of Sausalito right from the outdoor seating in the festive orange chairs.   The breakfast baked goods and coffee are amazing too. You can pre-order her mouth watering homemade pies for the holidays, so mark your calendar now.  Not to be missed!

Murray Circle at Cavallo Point

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Marin!  The view of the Golden Gate Bridge and SF are magically from this vantage point.  While you enjoy a delicious lunch al fresco, the kids can fly kites in the nearby meadow.  During the summer they sometimes offer live music during the day while sipping champagne.

Bar Bocce

This restaurant is steps away from the water and is great for a group of friends or family  The thin crust pizza combinations are amazing but my favorite is the meatball appetizer.  The kids will be occupied for hours throwing rocks in the nearby water while you order a bottle of wine around an outdoor firepit.  They don’t take reservations but it is worth the wait.