Breaking News! We have been poring over the data from the Community Survey and searching far and wide for the best vendors to add to our market. We have FOUR very exciting new food vendors that we can’t wait to tell you about. We’ve also added an awesome circuit workout experience before the market every Friday - scroll down to read more. Oh and don’t forget to bring your knives and tools to get sharpened at the market on Friday!

🌊 New Vendor Spotlight: Shucks Oyster Company

We’re thrilled to welcome Shucks Oyster Company to our market, starting this Friday! A family-run business, Shucks is bringing the coast to the canyon. And their food truck has something for everyone—including vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.

On the Menu this Friday:

🥯 Shucks Smoked Salmon Bagel
— Premium smoked salmon, shallot, lemon zest & herb cream cheese, arugula, tomato, cucumber, and their famous caper spread
— Bagel options: Toasted, Everything, Plain, GF Everything, Dairy-Free

🦪 Shigoku Oysters (from Washington State)
— Available shucked or unshucked
— Served with House Cocktail Sauce & Cucumber Ginger Mignonette

🍲 Homemade New England Clam Chowder (Gluten-Free & unforgettable—perfected over five Cape Cod summers!)

🥗 Tuna Pokè Bowl
— Sushi rice, cucumber, edamame, shredded carrot, seaweed salad, avocado & crispy onions

🦞 Lobster Roll
— Served warm on a toasted brioche bun

🌱 Vegan & Plant-Based Options Available
— Plus gluten-free and dairy-free choices for most items

🥣 New Vendor Spotlight: Paleoista Bone Broth

Paleoista was founded by Nell Stephenson, a leading expert in Paleo nutrition and a passionate advocate for healthy living. Her approach to nutrition is practical, balanced, and rooted in the belief that eating well should be simple, enjoyable, and sustainable.

What’s on the menu:

• 16 oz Bone Broth in Glass Jars:

  • Organic Grass-Fed + Finished Beef with Shiitake Mushroom

  • Pasture-Raised Chicken with Lemongrass

  • Organic, Bacon "Latte" 

• Chicken Salad and Steak and Kale Salad

🧀 New Vendor Spotlight: Achadinha Cheese

CHEESE!!! A family-run farmstead in Petaluma, Achadinha Cheese Company, pronounced Osh-a-deen-a (you’re welcome), is led by Jim and Donna Pacheco, along with their four children. Their 230-acre ranch is home to a herd of goats and cows that graze on pastures and are supplemented with alfalfa and brewer’s grain from local breweries, resulting in cheeses that change with the seasons. Achadinha’s offerings include award-winning cheeses like the aged Capricious, a goat-and-cow milk blend; Greek-style feta; fresh curds; and the versatile Broncha, a Portuguese table cheese. They are also known for their probiotic yogurt and butter that has a cult following! Achadinha is dedicated to sustainable farming practices and all cheeses are made without preservatives.

🌶️ New Vendor Spotlight: LaVita Kitchen

And lastly, help us welcome LaVita Kitchen to the market this week. Run by a mother-daughter team, LaVita makes small-batch salsas and dips that are bright, balanced, and full of flavor. They source fresh, local ingredients and use glass jars instead of plastic for their products (which we love!). If you’re into food that tastes homemade because it actually is, stop by their booth and try it for yourself.

Some highlights from their Salsa Menu:

• Jalapeño Mushroom Cheese Dip 🍄

• Chipotle Fuego 🔥

• Jo's Specialty Salsa Verde 🥑

• Sassy Red 💃

• Smoky Red 🔥

• Drive Me Mangoes 🥭

• Chile Negro 🌶️

• Jo's Restaurant Chunk Salsa 🍅

• Ohhh Guac 🥑

💪 NEW: Wake Up & Work Out with Carlo Petrini | Fridays 8–9AM

Join renowned fitness expert Carlo Petrini each market morning for a full-body workout that combines strength, mobility, core stability, and flexibility. Designed for good to moderate fitness levels, this 60-minute class will leave you feeling energized, aligned, and strong — ready to take on the market (and life!).

What to Expect:

• Bodyweight circuits

• Rehab-integrated training

• A welcoming community atmosphere (hi! 🙂)

• Outdoor movement under the Topanga sky

Carlo Petrini brings a unique blend of Advanced Sports Medicine and functional fitness, helping clients heal and thrive at the same time. Bring water, a mat, and your motivation! Suggested Donation: $15

Just a quick reminder that Sharper Chef will be at the market this FRIDAY, May 2 from 9 AM - 1 PM to sharpen knives and tools.

You noted on your Community Survey that you'd like a heads-up next time the knife sharpener was coming—so here it is!

Bring your quiver of knives and come buy some incredible farm fresh spring produce and check out our 4 new vendors! 

See you at the market!

Topanga love,

Kate & Freddi

Bring your dull blades to the market this Friday and let Piers (aka The Sharper Chef) work his magic while you shop! Whether it's your kitchen knives, garden tools, or even scissors, he’ll have your gear sharp and ready in about 20–30 minutes. Simply drop off your items, grab a coffee, and by the time you’re done strolling the market, your tools will be waiting for you—ready to slice, chop, and trim like new. Just be sure to wrap your items in a towel before bringing them in!

🍓 May in Season: Spring has Sprung!

Important Upcoming Dates

May 2 - Under the Oak: Kids Activity- 🥁 Music Class with Brafo 🥁, 10:30 am

May 2 - Knife Sharpening with Sharper Chef

May 16 - Under the Oak: Kids Activity- 🥁 Music Class with Brafo 🥁, 10:30 am

May 23 - Market CLOSED for Topanga Days Festival

May 30 - Under the Oak: Kids Activity- 🥁 Music Class with Brafo 🥁, 10:30 am

June 13 - Steve’s Machines

July 25th - Market CLOSED for Reggae on the Mountain

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