Eat With the Seasons. Taste the Difference.
Imagine opening your CSA box and finding it filled with produce harvested just hours earlier.
In Vista, California, our mild coastal climate gives us something special — a long, abundant growing season. While other regions pause for winter, our fields keep producing citrus, greens, avocados, and more.
At Sand n Straw, we grow over 70 varieties of fruits, vegetables, and herbs throughout the year — and our CSA members get first access to the harvest.
What Makes Our CSA Different?
True Seasonal Eating
We don’t ship produce across the country.
We harvest what’s thriving in our fields right now.
Winter brings:
Bright citrus, broccoli, carrots, kale, spinach, and tender greens.
Spring brings:
Blueberries, apricots, fresh herbs, peas, and crisp greens.
Summer brings:
Sun-sweet tomatoes, peppers, melons, cucumbers, squash, peaches, plums, and berries.
Fall brings:
Avocados, pumpkins, pomegranates, persimmons, winter squash, and returning greens.
Your box changes with the land — and that’s the beauty of it.
Picked at Peak Ripeness
Most grocery store produce is harvested early to survive transport.
Ours is harvested for flavor.
Tomatoes that actually taste like tomatoes.
Melons that drip juice.
Greens that stay fresh all week.
Grown Right Here in Vista
When you join our CSA, you’re supporting a local farm — not a supply chain.
You’re investing in:
Regenerative growing practices
Reduced food miles
Seasonal, nutrient-dense food
A stronger local food system
What’s Inside a CSA Box?
Every week (or biweekly), you’ll receive a curated selection of what’s at peak harvest.
You might open your box to find:
A mix of vibrant greens
Fresh herbs
Root vegetables
Tree-ripened fruit
Seasonal squash or peppers
Specialty items you won’t find in stores
No two weeks are exactly the same — because the seasons are always shifting.
Why Eat With the Seasons?
When you eat seasonally:
Food tastes better
Nutrients are higher
You reconnect with nature’s rhythm
Meals become more creative and exciting
Our members often tell us the CSA helps them:
Try new recipes
Cook more at home
Feed their families better
Feel more connected to their food
Flexible Options
We offer:
Weekly or biweekly shares
Easy pickup
Seasonal membership options
Whether you’re cooking for one or feeding a full family, we have a share size that fits.
A Year of Abundance
Because of Vista’s climate, there’s always something growing:
Winter citrus.
Spring berries.
Summer tomatoes.
Fall avocados.
The box never feels repetitive — just seasonal.
Join the Sand n Straw CSA
If you’ve been wanting to:
Eat fresher food
Support a local farm
Know where your food comes from
Bring more flavor into your kitchen
This is your invitation.