The Vegetable Shop @ Chino Farm

Mara Des Bois strawberry was developed by a French breeding program. This variety produces small to medium fruit, and contains the highest flavor and fragrance of any everbearer. Berries have an attractive red color with a high gloss.

 

It appears there is only one place in San Diego where one can find Mara Des Bois strawberries.  Drive past the expensive homes in Del Mar.  Nestled between the mansions is Chino Farm.

By the side of the road is The Vegetable Shop.  China Farm is behind the shop.

 

You can buy honey and tea as well as baked goods from Wayfarer Bread on the weekends.

I picked out a French baguette.  I showed up a bit after 10am and it was still warm and crunchy on the outside.  Center was soft and full of flavor.  Delicious.  Rivals my favorite French bakeries.

Strawberries were $5 for a container.  There were 2 varieties. There is a limit of 4 baskets as they only had a small quantity.

Albion strawberries were juicy with sweet strawberry flavor.  Similar to other farmer’s market strawberries I’ve tried.

Mara de Bois strawberries were small and came in a half sized package.  Eat just one and let your mind and taste buds ponder the subtle flavors.  While Williamson Produce strawberries hit you like a freight train with sweet strawberry flavor, these Mara de Bois strawberries are like a rose with layers of flavor to appreciate.  One of the best strawberries I’ve eaten.  The packages are small.  Buy at least 3.

I also picked up some zucchini.  Fresh from the field and sun ripened they had delicious zucchini flavor.

Employees were nice and helpful.  The Vegetable Shop is a nice place to go on a Sunday drive.

6123 Calzada Del Bosque

Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091