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Recipe of the Week - Fruity Thyme Sangria: tangy and light, this warm-weather drink is packed with sweet berries and peppery thyme. http://ow.ly/IU0N50EEua7

No carbs, low sugar: hard seltzer soars in popularity, especially when paired with the bright flavors of fresh citrus fruits. http://ow.ly/QeWD50EEuuG

Getting ready for Cinco de Mayo. http://ow.ly/N0bK50EDOck

Recipe of the Week - Wild Salmon with Spring Vegetables and Pressed Juice: Bright flavors and bold colors make this seared fish dish a standout on any health-focused, sophisticated menu. http://ow.ly/EPfs50Ez5Bv

#LiveFromTheFields Markon First Crop strawberries are currently being packed in Santa Maria, California.

Shakes and smoothies run the gamut from nostalgic to whimsical to boozy. Let your beverage menu communicate comfort and indulgence, as well as healthful brightness with fresh fruits and vegetables. http://ow.ly/qcWe50Ez6Q1

Pandemic success fruit: Oranges http://ow.ly/o7jG50C4evc

Cauliflower: the big price dip heading into Halloween. http://ow.ly/G39O50C457z

Every fall, harvesting for many major produce items transitions south from the Salinas Valley to the desert growing region. Learn more: http://ow.ly/KN7d50C1jlp

Recipe of the Week - Strawberry Sorbet with Fudge Cake and Fresh Berries: this combination of rich fudge cake and sweet, icy sorbet and refreshing strawberries makes an ideal seasonal crossover dessert. http://ow.ly/QWAF50BXE5r

Independent restaurants: Collaboration the name of the game during the pandemic. http://ow.ly/hEyI50BXQqf

Greatest Hits: Menus 2020 http://ow.ly/OGps50BUuVO

Produce price breakdown for this week. http://ow.ly/Uryd50BY4KS

Andy Hamilton joins Markon as our new Chief Executive Officer! Andy has a background steeped in foodservice, sales, partnership relations and operations management, and will focus driving our growth through brand leadership, culinary innovation, and 5-Star Food Safety. Learn more: http://ow.ly/XKAG50BXBFb

Recipe of the Week - Celery-Lentil Salad: Crunchy, tender, toothsomethis salad combines protein-rich lentils, bitter dandelion, refreshing celery, and salty bacon. Serve topped with fish, duck, or as-is. http://ow.ly/Wj5750BRIfy

Avocados perform well during pandemic with record shipments. http://ow.ly/nqQ950BRIpS

What’s open where? Catching up with changing dining restrictions across every state in the U.S. http://ow.ly/PS9a50BRIrv

Our latest Live from the Fields covers upcoming iceberg lettuce harvesting in the Huron, California growing region.

Markon’s new cardboard clamshells for strawberries are: - 100% recyclable within existing recycling options - Made with food grade adhesives - Printed with vegetable-based inks - A better option for the environment than plastic clamshells... - Now available in a limited supply Contact your Markon member today!

Recipe of the Week: Roasted Acorn Wedges with Ancient Grains - This hearty combination of sweet winter squash, ancient grains, and crunchy cabbage, kale, and romaine works well as a meat side dish or a main course for vegetarians. http://ow.ly/9t3f50BL1oI