By Tuesday, the weekend groceries have confessed what they forgot. There is still enough week left to cook, and the East Side market has produce, bread and rotating farm goods.
Because it operates all year, the stalls also make the seasons visible. Summer abundance is obvious. The slower winter table—greens, citrus, roots and storage crops—is just as instructive.
What to buy
A bag for Petaluma East Side Farmers’ Market.
Midweek produce
Buy only what will be cooked before the weekend market returns.
Eggs and dairy
Availability follows the vendor list rather than a permanent store shelf.
Bread
A fresh loaf can rescue the second half of the work week.
Flowers
Petaluma growers often bring bouquets alongside vegetables.