New at Driver’s! Our frozen department now features a dedicated seafood section with fish from sustainable local luminary TwoXSea. Founder Kenny Belov, also co-owner of Fish here in Sausalito, is deeply committed to sustainable fishing practices, and has built his businesses around improving the industry. He can even tell you which boat caught the fish you’re purchasing, and he stands by fair pay for his workers. TwoXSea harvests cause no habitat destruction, no bycatch (loss of marine life through incidental catch), and is as local as possible.
Plastic-free home
Reducing landfill waste in the bathroom can be tricky. Plastic is not as recyclable as we used to think, and most skincare products come in single-use containers. A lot of plastic bottles and tubes fill our medicine cabinets, and sometimes the trash bin, too. With a few adjustments, and a couple great products, you can cut back waste in your bathroom.
Dinner in 5-ish ingredients: Spring edition
Spring asparagus takes center stage in this satisfying meal. Risotto is a simple dish, but each ingredient has a chance to shine, from artisan Italian rice, to the butter you choose. You can use the staples in your fridge, but we recommend the best bouillon, parmesan, and a dry white to hit the perfect notes. Enjoy the wine while stirring, and serve the most delicious butter (the French one!) with bread and radishes as an appetizer. All ingredients are available here at Driver’s Market, including California grown organic asparagus.
Workshop recap
We had fun Around the Table learning to make fire cider at our hand-on workshop last month. Herbalist Danya Mosgovian taught us the health benefits of the traditional remedy made with apple cider vinegar, honey, onions, jalapeno peppers, ginger, garlic, and more – all organic ingredients from our produce shelves.
Wellness in 2025
Our bodies use minerals for many functions, including bone, heart, and brain health. Minerals are also key to hydration as well as enzyme and hormone production. While theoretically we get most of the minerals we need by eating a wide variety of foods, in some cases a healthcare provider may suggest a mineral supplement. Learn how you can achieve your wellness goals with a look at products in our supplement department.
Bubbles for every party
Take your celebrations to the next level with our natural and organic bubbly! Driver’s wine department is always stocked with cheerful sparkling wines, but our holiday selection is extra special. This season, our wine merchant recommends a range of luxurious French Champagnes, elegant Portuguese bubbles, and innovative California blends. These natural beauties are also available chilled and ready for the party!
Our wine picks for holiday gatherings
Our wine merchant Niesa’s list is designed to make pairing easy by laying out a full wine menu. We start with bubbles, move to whites, and finish with reds–to carry you through a beautiful holiday. Let the fun begin!
Talent in the kitchen: go behind-the-scenes with our chefs
Behind Driver’s prepared foods department is a team of chefs delivering fresh, organic meals to our customers every day. We can thank our dedicated kitchen staff for the fantastic selection of holiday foods this season, and for the delicious offerings that fill our deli throughout the year. Lead by head chef Carlos Rodriguez, and supported by longtime team members Ada, Domingo and Vidal, the crew keeps a busy schedule that keeps our deli and cold cases stocked with convenient meals ready to-go every day of the week.
Dinner in 5-ish ingredients: an occasional series
This month, our go-to dinner plan is an easy chicken roast centered around bright cherry tomatoes, and plated on our house-made hummus. You can prep the ingredients quickly, pop it in the oven, and serve with your favorite wine and a baguette.
In the wine fridge: picnic-ready cans
Wondering what to pack in the drink cooler this weekend? Our wine selection includes an excellent range of ice-cold canned wines. From Italian spritzers, to local vintners, and a non-alcoholic option, we’ve got fantastic picks. See the convenient cans keeping our sparkling wines company this month. Best served chilled!
Breakfast to-go for busy mornings
The ‘September scaries’ are back with a mix of new schedules, after-school commitments, and packed weekends. Things can feel a little overwhelming as vacation ends, and school starts back up again. Find your balance with our breakfast menu, which you can order ahead and pick up either at the deli counter, or from our to-go window on Turney Street. Coffee and pastry, Bagel with the Works, or our popular Breakfast Burrito will help you start the day off well.
Daily bread: fresh artisan breads, baked locally
Discover our freshly baked breads, delivered straight from local bakers to Driver’s Market every day. Our selection includes crusty baguettes, wholesome whole grain loaves, and irresistible sweet pastries, all crafted with the finest ingredients. We carry breads from pioneering local bakeries Acme and Starter, unique artisanal breads from Petaluma’s Della Fattoria, and bagels from Boichik. We are proud to offer farmers market stars including select breads from Portside Bakery, and ryes from Anna’s Daughters. Treat yourself to baked goods that are hard to find elsewhere. Visit us today and experience truly excellent bread!
Sake essentials: Find your favorite
Drinking culture runs deep in Japan, and Sake is undoubtedly the country’s most iconic brew. Made from rice, Sake is classified by ingredients, production methods, and the degree of grain polishing. (The outer layer of rice isn’t great for brewing, so it’s polished away.) Here at the market, our Sake collection has expanded to include traditional Japanese bottles, California-based brews, and a stylish selection of cans and spritzers. This month, we’ve put together a guide to choosing and serving Sake, and an overview of our selection. Have fun exploring, and Kanpai!
In the cooler: Feel-good drinks
We carry a range of non-alcoholic drinks infused with ingredients thought to lift your spirits, support digestion, and improve cognitive function. While the benefits of functional drinks vary from person to person, there’s solid research behind ingredients like baobab, probiotics, adaptogenic mushrooms, and CBD. Take a look at our selection of functional beverages, and give them a try, hopefully they make you feel great. Let us know what you think!
Local books from Sausalito and Marin authors
One of the things we love about the Sausalito community is being surrounded by artists, craft people, and writers. In addition to cookbooks, we carry a selection of books by local authors and poets. Here are the local titles that we currently carry at the market.
Kid approved favorites from our Deli
The market is always full of little kids, and they are wonderful guests. Parents, grands, and caregivers come to Driver’s for fresh, organic meals for children – and for themselves. Some of our junior customers have rather sophisticated palettes and might order a Cuban panini or The Richmond sandwich. Others prefer the basics: Kids PB&J or Grilled Cheese on pain de mie, please! Our smoothies are loved by all ages, but Foggy Blues might be most popular with kids. Bagels are made to order with lots of options from Toasted with Butter to The Works! And, little guys tend to be quite passionate about our Soft Serve — either kid-size cup or cone, but definitely with Sprinkles! Our deli can prepare your child’s meal to enjoy in our dining area, or pack it for the playground.
Must love coffee: Local roasters you need to know
At Driver’s, we carefully source the coffee we carry, focusing on West Coast craft roasters. We stock classics like Coast Roast and Equator, as well as brands you won’t find at most grocery stores. Explore single-origin beans from Heart, and limited-edition blends from Ritual. Check out Sausalito’s own Big Baby, and roasts from St Frank cafe in San Francisco. Over in our deli, you can order a cup of Wrecking Ball’s Triple Double – locally roasted and freshly brewed. Read on to learn more about our selection of (mostly) local coffee.
Good Food Award finalists
Much of what we carry at Driver’s is made by small teams of artisans who are passionate about their craft. Our vendors work hard to make excellent food, and they work just as hard to get their goods on grocery store shelves. We love to see them win Good Food Awards, because they really deserve the recognition. We stock award winners here at Driver’s, many of them from the West Coast – look for the blue Good Food seal on our shelves! Read on to see a few of this year’s finalists.
Prepared Foods: Dinner is served!
Behind Driver’s prepared foods department is a talented staff creating fresh, organic meals for our customers every day. Lead by Chef Carlos and his team, our kitchen cuts no corners when it comes to sourcing 100% organic ingredients, and virtually all of our food is proudly made in-house. This means we prepare everything in the meals by hand, including meats, grains, produce, and all of our dressings and sauces. The team’s expertise spans various cuisines, ensuring a menu that is not only diverse, but also authentic and tasty. You’ll find a range of fresh dishes available throughout the week, from quiches and meatloaf in the deli case, to salads, wild-caught salmon dishes, and burritos in the cold case.
Discover local, women-owned brands
t’s Women’s History Month, and we’re shining a spotlight on female-led brands right here in the Bay Area. Women are the backbone of the food industry, from farm to table, yet they often go unrecognized in corporate leadership roles.
But here in the Bay Area, the landscape shifts. At Driver’s, we take pride in showcasing a diverse array of women-owned, fully independent brands. We carry so many that we can’t fit them all in one piece – so we make this an annual series.