FILE: San Francisco’s Ferry Building has been nominated by USA Today as one of the best public markets in the nation.
Lisa-Blue/Getty Images/iStockphotoTwo Bay Area food landmarks are in the running for best marketplace in America.
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“We are proud that the unique marketplace we have curated has once again been nominated as one of the best public markets,” Jane Connors, the Ferry Building Marketplace general manager, told SFGATE via email. “… Featuring more than 50 merchants who reflect the rich diversity, artisanal talent and incomparable quality of food in San Francisco, the Ferry Building has something for everyone, and is a unique destination for cuisine, culture and community.”
FILE: San Francisco’s Ferry Building has been nominated by USA Today as one of the best public markets in the nation.
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“From the bustling Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, to the delightful seasonal offerings from our beloved vendors, it’s the collective spirit that makes the Ferry Building an outstanding destination worthy of recognition,” Connors added.
The Oxbow Public Market in Napa has been nominated by USA Today as one of the best public markets in the nation.
Michael Macor/The San Francisco Chronicle via Getty ImagesOxbow Market, meanwhile, has long been a popular eating destination for Napa locals and visitors in Wine Country. It features beloved restaurants like Gott’s Roadside and Fieldwork Brewing, as well as its own location of Bay Area institution Hog Island Oyster Co.
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Voting for the best public markets is open through April 15. Winners are slated to be announced April 24.