The Garden Kitchen

The Garden Kitchen Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, our goal is to inspire everyone.

THE GARDEN KITCHEN offers free seed-to-table gardening and cooking education, empowering families with the skills and knowledge to make nutritious meals on any budget. THE GARDEN KITCHEN is a health education program established in partnership with the University of Arizona, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Pima County Cooperative Extension, The City of South Tucson, and Pima County. The Garden Kitchen offers seed-to-table gardening and cooking education, which means families learn about every step of bringing a healthy meal to the kitchen table — from growing and purchasing to preparing and storing. As a seed-to-table program, we aim to increase families’ food security by teaching community members the basics of growing their own food and shopping on a budget. We empower families with the skills and knowledge to make wholesome nutritious meals on any budget. Our interactive and engaging classes motivate community members of all skill levels to jump in and get cooking! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, our goal is to inspire you to make healthy food choices that have a lasting, positive impact on the health and wellness of you and your family. With questions about access or to request any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in The Garden Kitchen classes and events, such as ASL interpreting, please contact: The University of Arizona Disability Resource Center at 520-621-3268 or drc-info@email.arizona.edu. To request an ASL interpreter, visit http://drc.arizona.edu/about/request-interpreter.

This week at PLAZA Mobile Market: dates, citrus, strawberries, cherry tomatoes, oyster mushrooms, and more -- all locall...
04/07/2026

This week at PLAZA Mobile Market: dates, citrus, strawberries, cherry tomatoes, oyster mushrooms, and more -- all locally grown! We're thrilled to be offering tepary beans and garbanzo beans from Ramona Farms, a great way to add in some fiber and protein. See you at the market!

📆 Weekly Schedule: (FMNP accepted at both locations!)
Wednesdays @ Valencia Library | 10am–12pm
Thursdays @ Quincie Douglas Library | 10am–11:30am
💳 We accept SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, cash, and card.

Esta semana en el PLAZA Mobile Market: dátiles, naranjas y toronjas y limones, fresas, tomates, champinones ostra y más; ¡todo cultivado localmente! Nos entusiasma ofrecer frijoles tépari y garbanzos de Ramona Farms, una excelente manera de incorporar fibra y proteínas a su dieta. ¡Nos vemos en el mercado!

📆 Horario semanal: (FMNP ahora se acepta en las dos ubicaciones!)
Miércoles en la Biblioteca Valencia | 10am–12pm (con FMNP)
Jueves en la Biblioteca Quincie Douglas | 10am–11:30am (con FMNP)
💳 Aceptamos SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, efectivo y tarjeta

¡Miércoles o Jueves, te esperamos en el mercado!

Thanks to our partners:
Gracias a nuestros socios:
•Pima County Public Library
•International Rescue Committee - New Roots
•Iskash*taa Refugee Network
•Tucson Village Farm
•Barrio Bread
•Mission Garden
•UA CEAC
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The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

Give to the Garden Kitchen this Arizona Gives Day! Your gift will go to holistic health programming, supporting food acc...
04/07/2026

Give to the Garden Kitchen this Arizona Gives Day! Your gift will go to holistic health programming, supporting food access, senior and youth programming, and local farmer support! Every gift makes a difference.

Want to support in a different way? Check the link in our bio for our Amazon Wishlist. These are all supplies that help programming run smoothly and help our team be as productive as possible!

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Visit PLAZA Mobile Market this week and find artichokes, fresh epazote, tomatoes, strawberries, citrus, leafy greens, an...
03/31/2026

Visit PLAZA Mobile Market this week and find artichokes, fresh epazote, tomatoes, strawberries, citrus, leafy greens, and more! All fruits and veggies at PLAZA are locally grown, so shopping here means that you're supporting southern Arizona farmers and getting high-quality, nutritious food for your table at the same time. See you at the market!

📆 Weekly Schedule: (FMNP accepted at both locations!)
Wednesdays @ Valencia Library | 10am–12pm
Thursdays @ Quincie Douglas Library | 10am–11:30am
💳 We accept SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, cash, and card.

¡Visite PLAZA Mobile Market esta semana y encuentre alcachofas, epazote fresco, tomates, fresas, cítricos, verduras de hoja verde y mucho más! Todas las frutas y verduras en PLAZA son de cultivo local; por lo tanto, comprar aquí significa apoyar a los agricultores del sur de Arizona y, al mismo tiempo, llevar a su mesa alimentos nutritivos y de alta calidad. ¡Nos vemos en el mercadito!

📆 Horario semanal: (FMNP ahora se acepta en las dos ubicaciones!)
Miércoles en la Biblioteca Valencia | 10am–12pm (con FMNP)
Jueves en la Biblioteca Quincie Douglas | 10am–11:30am (con FMNP)
💳 Aceptamos SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, efectivo y tarjeta

¡Miércoles o Jueves, te esperamos en el mercado!

Thanks to our partners:
Gracias a nuestros socios:
•Pima County Public Library
•International Rescue Committee - New Roots
•Iskash*taa Refugee Network
•Tucson Village Farm
•Barrio Bread
•Mission Garden
•UA CEAC
🥦🥦🥦














🌱🌱🌱
The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

Check out our upcoming Hands On Cooking Classes and sign up today!🍝April 4th - Fresh Pasta from Scratch (only 1 spot lef...
03/27/2026

Check out our upcoming Hands On Cooking Classes and sign up today!

🍝April 4th - Fresh Pasta from Scratch (only 1 spot left!)
🫘May 2nd - Plant Based Proteins
🧀June 13th - How to Make an Amazing Cheeseboard

Find details and registration at the following link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/culinary-classes-for-adults-2493259












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The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

A lot has been changing in terms of nutrition benefits programs. To our customers who are worrying about keeping food on...
03/24/2026

A lot has been changing in terms of nutrition benefits programs. To our customers who are worrying about keeping food on the table: we see you and we are on your side. We will continue maintaining low produce prices for our customers (while also continuing to pay our farmers fairly). Please let us know if you are looking for additional resources.

Están ocurriendo muchos cambios en lo que respecta a los programas de beneficios nutricionales. A nuestros clientes que se preocupan por poder poner comida en la mesa: los vemos y estamos de su lado. Seguiremos manteniendo precios bajos en nuestros productos frescos para nuestros clientes (al mismo tiempo que continuamos pagando de manera justa a nuestros agricultores). Por favor, háganos saber si necesita recursos adicionales.

This week at PLAZA: oyster mushrooms, tepary beans, strawberries, leafy greens, root vegetables, and more! Pick up some ...
03/24/2026

This week at PLAZA: oyster mushrooms, tepary beans, strawberries, leafy greens, root vegetables, and more! Pick up some fresh, affordable, locally grown produce for your dinner table and enjoy a beautiful meal with a loved one!

📆 Weekly Schedule: (FMNP accepted at both locations!)
Wednesdays @ Valencia Library | 10am–12pm
Thursdays @ Quincie Douglas Library | 10am–11:30am
💳 We accept SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, cash, and card.

Esta semana en PLAZA: setas ostra, frijoles tépari, fresas, verduras de hoja, hortalizas de raíz ¡y más! ¡Lleva a tu mesa productos frescos, asequibles y cultivados localmente, y disfruta de una hermosa cena junto a un ser querido!

📆 Horario semanal: (FMNP ahora se acepta en las dos ubicaciones!)
Miércoles en la Biblioteca Valencia | 10am–12pm (con FMNP)
Jueves en la Biblioteca Quincie Douglas | 10am–11:30am (con FMNP)
💳 Aceptamos SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, efectivo y tarjeta

¡Miércoles o Jueves, te esperamos en el mercado!

Thanks to our partners:
Gracias a nuestros socios:
•Pima County Public Library
•International Rescue Committee - New Roots
•Iskash*taa Refugee Network
•Tucson Village Farm
•Barrio Bread
•Mission Garden
•UA CEAC
🥦🥦🥦














🌱🌱🌱
The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

This week at market, we'll continue offering enrollment in FMNP coupons! We'll also have a lot of very beautiful winter ...
03/11/2026

This week at market, we'll continue offering enrollment in FMNP coupons! We'll also have a lot of very beautiful winter produce, including locally grown oyster mushrooms, beets, leafy greens, and more 🌱

📆 Weekly Schedule: (FMNP accepted at both locations!)
Wednesdays @ Valencia Library | 10am–12pm
Thursdays @ Quincie Douglas Library | 10am–11:30am
💳 We accept SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, cash, and card.

Esta semana en el mercado, ¡seguiremos ofreciendo cupones de inscripción para el FMNP! También tendremos una gran variedad de productos de invierno, como setas de ostra, remolacha, verduras de hoja verde y mucho más.🌱

📆 Horario semanal: (FMNP ahora se acepta en las dos ubicaciones!)
Miércoles en la Biblioteca Valencia | 10am–12pm (con FMNP)
Jueves en la Biblioteca Quincie Douglas | 10am–11:30am (con FMNP)
💳 Aceptamos SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, efectivo y tarjeta

¡Miércoles o Jueves, te esperamos en el mercado!

Thanks to our partners:
Gracias a nuestros socios:
•Pima County Public Library
•International Rescue Committee - New Roots
•Iskash*taa Refugee Network
•Tucson Village Farm
•Barrio Bread
•Mission Garden
•UA CEAC
🥦🥦🥦














🌱🌱🌱
The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

FMNP is back! Starting this week, you can sign up to receive FMNP coupons at either of our market locations. This year, ...
03/03/2026

FMNP is back! Starting this week, you can sign up to receive FMNP coupons at either of our market locations. This year, that process is a little different than it has been in the past, and our team at market has all the details about the changes. Swing by, chat with us, and check out all the beautiful veggies available this week -- tomatoes, cauliflower, tepary beans, and more!🌱

📆 Weekly Schedule: (FMNP accepted at both locations!)
Wednesdays @ Valencia Library | 10am–12pm
Thursdays @ Quincie Douglas Library | 10am–11:30am
💳 We accept SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, cash, and card.

¡FMNP ha vuelto! A partir de esta semana, puedes inscribirte para recibir cupones de FMNP en cualquiera de nuestros mercados. Este año, el proceso es un poco diferente, y nuestro equipo del mercado tiene todos los detalles sobre los cambios. ¡Visítanos, conversa con nosotros y descubre todas las deliciosas verduras disponibles esta semana: tomates, coliflor, frijoles tépari y mucho más!🌱

📆 Horario semanal: (FMNP ahora se acepta en las dos ubicaciones!)
Miércoles en la Biblioteca Valencia | 10am–12pm (con FMNP)
Jueves en la Biblioteca Quincie Douglas | 10am–11:30am (con FMNP)
💳 Aceptamos SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, efectivo y tarjeta

¡Miércoles o Jueves, te esperamos en el mercado!

Thanks to our partners:
Gracias a nuestros socios:
•Pima County Public Library
•International Rescue Committee - New Roots
•Iskash*taa Refugee Network
•Tucson Village Farm
•Barrio Bread
•Mission Garden
•UA CEAC
🥦🥦🥦














🌱🌱🌱
The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

This week at PLAZA, find some beautiful tomatoes, leafy greens, fresh citrus, cauliflower, carrots, and more! We're so h...
02/24/2026

This week at PLAZA, find some beautiful tomatoes, leafy greens, fresh citrus, cauliflower, carrots, and more! We're so happy to offer such a wide variety of produce items -- the local farmers who grow these veggies have been busy. 🌱

📆 Weekly Schedule: (FMNP accepted at both locations!)
Wednesdays @ Valencia Library | 10am–12pm
Thursdays @ Quincie Douglas Library | 10am–11:30am
💳 We accept SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, cash, and card.

Esta semana en PLAZA, ¡encuentra hermosos tomates, verduras de hoja verde, cítricos frescos, coliflor, zanahorias y mucho más! Nos complace ofrecer una amplia variedad de productos agrícolas; los agricultores locales que cultivan estas verduras han estado muy ocupados🌱

📆 Horario semanal: (FMNP ahora se acepta en las dos ubicaciones!)
Miércoles en la Biblioteca Valencia | 10am–12pm (con FMNP)
Jueves en la Biblioteca Quincie Douglas | 10am–11:30am (con FMNP)
💳 Aceptamos SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, efectivo y tarjeta

¡Miércoles o Jueves, te esperamos en el mercado!

Thanks to our partners:
Gracias a nuestros socios:
•Pima County Public Library
•International Rescue Committee - New Roots
•Iskash*taa Refugee Network
•Tucson Village Farm
•Barrio Bread
•Mission Garden
•UA CEAC
🥦🥦🥦














🌱🌱🌱
The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

This week at PLAZA, we'll have beets, fresh citrus, leafy greens, and more! Stop by and find something delicious for din...
02/17/2026

This week at PLAZA, we'll have beets, fresh citrus, leafy greens, and more! Stop by and find something delicious for dinner! 🌱

📆 Weekly Schedule: (FMNP accepted at both locations!)
Wednesdays @ Valencia Library | 10am–12pm
Thursdays @ Quincie Douglas Library | 10am–11:30am
💳 We accept SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, cash, and card.

Esta semana en PLAZA, tendremos remolacha, cítricos frescos, verduras de hoja verde y mucho más. ¡Visítanos y encuentra algo delicioso para cenar! 🌱

📆 Horario semanal: (FMNP ahora se acepta en las dos ubicaciones!)
Miércoles en la Biblioteca Valencia | 10am–12pm (con FMNP)
Jueves en la Biblioteca Quincie Douglas | 10am–11:30am (con FMNP)
💳 Aceptamos SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, efectivo y tarjeta

¡Miércoles o Jueves, te esperamos en el mercado!

Thanks to our partners:
Gracias a nuestros socios:
•Pima County Public Library
•International Rescue Committee - New Roots
•Iskash*taa Refugee Network
•Tucson Village Farm
•Barrio Bread
•Mission Garden
•UA CEAC
🥦🥦🥦














🌱🌱🌱
The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

A rainbow at PLAZA Mobile Market this week 🌱 locally grown cauliflower and carrots 🌈🥕Un arcoíris en PLAZA Mobile Market ...
02/11/2026

A rainbow at PLAZA Mobile Market this week 🌱 locally grown cauliflower and carrots 🌈🥕Un arcoíris en PLAZA Mobile Market esta semana 🌱 coliflor y zanahorias cultivadas localmente🥕🌈

Bring a friend to PLAZA Mobile Market and bring home some beautiful blood oranges, winter greens, tomatoes, or fresh her...
02/09/2026

Bring a friend to PLAZA Mobile Market and bring home some beautiful blood oranges, winter greens, tomatoes, or fresh herbs for dinner! This winter we've been enjoying roasted carrots and green smoothies -- it's a great week to pick up some affordable and locally grown produce and try a new recipe 🌱

📆 Weekly Schedule: (FMNP accepted at both locations!)
Wednesdays @ Valencia Library | 10am–12pm
Thursdays @ Quincie Douglas Library | 10am–11:30am
💳 We accept SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, cash, and card.

¡Invita a un amigo al PLAZA Mercado Móvil y llévate a casa unas deliciosas naranjas sanguinas, verduras de invierno, tomates o hierbas frescas para la cena! Este invierno hemos estado disfrutando de zanahorias asadas y liquados verdes; ¡esta es una semana ideal para comprar productos frescos y locales a buen precio y probar una nueva receta! 🌱

📆 Horario semanal: (FMNP ahora se acepta en las dos ubicaciones!)
Miércoles en la Biblioteca Valencia | 10am–12pm (con FMNP)
Jueves en la Biblioteca Quincie Douglas | 10am–11:30am (con FMNP)
💳 Aceptamos SNAP, Double-Up Food Bucks, efectivo y tarjeta

¡Miércoles o Jueves, te esperamos en el mercado!

Thanks to our partners:
Gracias a nuestros socios:
•Pima County Public Library
•International Rescue Committee - New Roots
•Iskash*taa Refugee Network
•Tucson Village Farm
•Barrio Bread
•Mission Garden
•UA CEAC
🥦🥦🥦














🌱🌱🌱
The University of Arizona is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its programs and activities.

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2205 S 4th Avenue
South Tucson, AZ
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(520) 621-0476

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THE GARDEN KITCHEN is a health education program established in partnership with the University of Arizona, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Pima County Cooperative Extension, The City of South Tucson, and Pima County. The Garden Kitchen offers seed-to-table gardening and cooking education, which means families learn about every step of bringing a healthy meal to the kitchen table — from growing and purchasing to preparing and storing. As a seed-to-table program, we aim to increase families’ food security by teaching community members the basics of growing their own food and shopping on a budget. We empower families with the skills and knowledge to make wholesome nutritious meals on any budget. Our interactive and engaging classes motivate community members of all skill levels to jump in and get cooking! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, our goal is to inspire you to make healthy food choices that have a lasting, positive impact on the health and wellness of you and your family. With questions about access or to request any disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in The Garden Kitchen classes and events, such as ASL interpreting, please contact: The University of Arizona Disability Resource Center at 520-621-3268 or drc-info@email.arizona.edu. To request an ASL interpreter, visit http://drc.arizona.edu/about/request-interpreter.