Tomatoes
California Coast calendar

Tomatoes

At its best in LA / SoCal Coast from late July to early September. Right now it’s winding down.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Heavy, fragrant at the stem, skin taut.

Keeping

Counter, never the fridge — cold kills the flavor.

Also in season in LA / SoCal Coast

Apple

at its best now

Basil

winding down

Beets

at its best now

Bell Pepper

winding down

Blueberries

winding down

Brussels Sprouts

just arriving

Season dates for the California Coast calendar, checked locally.
Cook with what’s in season