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Let’s get berry real—these tiny, colorful powerhouses shouldn’t be held captive to morning yogurt. Bursting with flavor, history, and health benefits – berries go way beyond the bowl. From the wild California blackberries that stain your fingers on summer hikes, to antioxidant-rich blueberries fueling our brain, there’s berry good reason to eat more, and berries are all coming back into season. So grab a handful. Make life berry berry good.

Berry Bonanza!

You’re invited to a celebration of BERRIES.

Join this FREE virtual workshop 

May 15, 2025. 6 pm- 7 pm on Zoom

Register HERE

Join the UCCE Master Food Preservers of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties for their annual Berry Bonanza.

Learn how to save berries for year-round enjoyment with techniques including dehydration, freezing, and preserve-making – both shelf-stable and for freezer. Get safe, lab-tested recipes to enjoy. You are berry welcome!

Berry Good News

Heard about the new Big Berry in town? Rootstock, a novel berry concierge has opened on the Peninsula. Local resident Julia Sutherland brings the best of the best up from exceptional growers in Watsonville – unique artisan berries such as Sweet Ann and Chandler strawberries. San Carlos and Redwood City members can place an order online for weekly delivery direct to your door. Prices vary – see website for info and learn about member benefits including community tastings and farm visits.

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