We are honoring Women’s History Month with a look at local, women-owned products that we stock at the market. These brands are award winners, best sellers, renowned trailblazers, and new endeavors. They are all founded and run by innovative, local women who bring new ideas to the grocery industry everyday.
Sweet, Romantic, Delicious: simple luxury for Valentine’s Day
Indulge your loved ones with a visit to the market, where delicious gifts await. Explore our Valentine’s Day chocolates and confections, and pick up a bottle of great wine, or make a batch of classic or non-alcoholic Negronis. Set the mood with simple luxury, where handmade items are a gesture of love.
Rich handcrafted chocolate
The craft chocolate industry continues to grow, with a strong focus on ethical practices, and American chocolatiers rivaling European makers. Our chocolate expert Mia describes what to look for in good chocolate — for Valentine’s Day and beyond.
Winter skincare update: Boost hydration
Winter weather can make skin feel dry and dull, so it may help to adjust your skincare routine to suit the season. Giving your skin a gentle scrub, switching to a richer moisturizer, and adding a nourishing body oil is often enough to feel brighter and hydrated. We carefully vet the skincare lines that we carry at the market for sustainability and quality. Each of our vendors expertly channels wellness, but their lines are distinct. The products on our shelves range from holistic to clinical, and all points in between. Take a look at our beauty picks, and find the right product for your skin this winter.
Fermented foods support a healthy gut
Think of your microbiome as a bustling community of tiny helpers living in your gut that keep digestion running smoothly. They also play a role in immune health, chronic disease prevention, and mental well-being. While the science behind the microbiome can get pretty complex, taking care of it doesn’t have to be. The basics are simple: eat probiotic and fermented foods, and ease up on processed foods, added sugars, too much caffeine, and alcohol. At the market, we carry a range of probiotic food and supplements to support you. We put together a quick guide to fermented foods that you can find in our fridges.
Big Reds and Fine Bubbles for Holiday Fun!
‘Tis the season of celebration. Here is a short list of special wines to lift a glass with those you love, or to gift as a special bottle. Find big, elegant reds from Italy, France and Napa with masterful depth and profiles, and fine Champagnes and a Riesling with a range of price points and tasting notes. As always at Driver’s Market: biodynamic and organic wines.
Thanksgiving Wines
Our wine merchant Niesa put together an exciting list of wines from less common grape varietals to elevate your holiday table. Discover a rare Hungarian Kéknyelu white, a Spanish Mencia, and a benchmark Ribolla orange to delight your guests. These singular varietals complement our classic Thanksgiving wines: Pinots, Chardonnays, and Beaujolais. Each will bring beautiful notes to the celebration. Read more here!
Host and hostess gift ideas
A thoughtful gift is a wonderful way to say thank you to your host or hostess this Thanksgiving. Contribute to the celebration with a luxurious treat, a hand crafted item, a favorite spirit, or a cozy touch for the home. A great host gift always adds warmth to the occasion! Here is our updated guide for giving this holiday season.
Celebrating Extra Virgin Olive Oils
When choosing an olive oil, our customers have an array of options from California and renowned olive-growing regions around the world. We look for freshness, flavor, and variety in our selection of extra virgin olive oils (EVOO). Freshness is imperative; flavor varies with each brand, shaped by the producer’s unique climates, olive varieties, and centuries-old traditions.
Read on to learn more about our artisan olive oils, how to read your bottle’s production date, properly store your oils, and choose the perfect EVOO for you.
Superfoods…fast!
Need a healthy meal during your busy day? Our team of chefs prepare food full of organic ingredients that go above and beyond to deliver nutrients, fiber, protein and anti-inflammatory properties. Find the Glow Up smoothie and the Suntrail Salad in the Deli, our house-made Hummus in Prepared Foods, and Kale Cakes in the Deli case. Start your day right with our newest dish, Overnight Oats! Featuring rolled oats, chia seeds, and a choice of house-made toppings, this is not your average parfait. Here are Driver’s Market’s signature dishes and drinks that give a nutritional punch in a delicious and convenient package.
Red, white and chill
Let our summer wine list guide you through Sausalito’s salty days and cool nights in style. All eyes are on four Railsback Frères bottles: Les Rascasses rosé, Grenache Noir, and latest project Roman Ceremony sauvignon blanc and cabernet sauvignon. Round out the west coast wines with Peron’s super rare Poiré cider, Den Saké’s cool Blanc label, and easy Cassis spritzer from CC Spritz.
TwoXSea
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.