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There are so many reasons to love downtown Fullerton, and this little outdoor market is just one more. First off, do not expect a giant farmer’s marker filled with tons of samples and produce. It is fairly small, with a few vendors selling different things. Here is the rundown: 1. A fruit stand with samples to try — they are $5/pound. White peaches are usually my favorite, but they also have all sorts of grapes, pluots, and nectarines. I love the fruit here, but it is a little pricey. 2. A few other businesses offer veggies, blueberries, oranges and strawberries. Some of them don’t offer samples, and they have much less traffic than the ones that do! 3. If you don’t want to eat, but are in the mood to shop– there are lots of little tents selling aprons, candles, gift items, and random little knick knacks. There was also a booth on dog training. 4. This event is DOG-friendly. Keep in mind Fullerton is super hot during the summer, so bring water and doggy shoes so your dog doesn’t burn his or her paw pads. 5. A few food businesses will be there if you want hot dogs or empanadas. I love getting agua frescas from the Mexican food stands! 6. There is a fun little water fountain/sprinkler thing in the middle of the food vendors that kids love to play in! 7. The live music is such a nice touch . 8. The market is Thursdays only from 4-8pm. I think this is only during certain seasons of the year. You’ll have a lovely time as long as you know what to expect! Again, it’s SMALL but very charming.

Gilbert Farmers Market – Menu with Prices – 222 N Ash St, Gilbert

Over-rated and a disappointment. Mostly high-priced vendors. Yes, the vendor food quality and uniqueness factor is there, and the vendors selling things other than food also had good quality unique items, but I couldn’t justify paying the prices on anything. $9-$10 for a package of home-made pasta. $5 for a croissant. $3 cookies. $10/pound for chili peppers. Only a handful of produce/fruit vendors. The name is misleading. Maybe there are more farm vendors there at a different season of the year? This is November 2. On a positive note – dog-friendly, plenty of parking and the city provides restrooms with hand wash stations and water fountains.

La Michoacana Express of DTSA – Menu with Prices – 300 E 4th St #101, Santa Ana

The price of a small Agua Fresca inside one of the vendors at the 4th Street Market is $4.00 but here you can get a large! Great service, generously offered samples, and was super friendly. I told him I loved Mangonadas but I didn’t particularly like how they made it with the mango ice cream. He was so accommodating & was able to make me a custom 1/2 ice & 1/2 mango ice cream (non dairy) Mangoneada/Raspado. I would return to try the paletas and they have nondairy fruity ice cream!

Magnolia Center Marketplace 1st and 3rd Saturdays – Menu with Prices – 6520 Magnolia Ave, Riverside

I love farmer’s/night markets. I love trying food samples and seeing all the great things that local vendors have to offer. With that being said, the Magnolia Center Marketplace is really neat! This night market is held near Riverside Plaza and is open from 6pm-9pm on Fridays. Parking is free and is fairly easy to find since there’s a small parking lot right nearby. There’s live music, entertainment, and all sorts of amazing smells coming from all of the food stands. They have stands for homemade jewelry, candles, soaps, clothes, and etc. The vendors are all incredibly friendly and are more than happy to give samples and answer questions about their products. I reeeeally wish I had brought more money to this place. But maybe it’s a good thing I didn’t because I literally would’ve spent all my money. All of the samples I tried were just SO GOOD. Like, just take my money already, haha. In the end, my only purchases of the day came from the kettle corn stand and the tamale stand. BUT I will definitely be back again to try and buy more food! The only con is that it’s a looot smaller than other farmer’s/night markets I’ve been to. You can probably finish looking at everything in under an hour. But this place is definitely fantastic!

Eugene Saturday Market – Menu with Prices – 796 W 13th Ave Lane Events Center Main Hall, Eugene

The Saturday Market is super interesting. I have never seen one like it. To be able to sell at it, you have to go before the Market’s board, and be judged to make sure your items are unique and handmade, not some crap you’re just trying to resell. So it’s a bunch of really cool and crafted items. Really neat to look around. They have a really good food area with lots of options and some seating, and live music playing too, which is fun! So one side of it is selling “stuff”, the other side is plants, fresh fruit, veggies, bread, and all of the things like that. That’s my favorite part. There are sooo many great things you can get! There’s also a part of the market that’s not really part of the market…I would stay clear of there. It will be pretty obvious what I mean when you see it. One thing I wish was different is they only allow service dogs. I get it, but also feel like they should be able to come.

Durham Farmers’ Market – Menu with Prices – 501 Foster St, Durham

What a fun and unique farmer’s market! I’ve only been to the state farmer’s market so this was a nice change! Parking was a bit tricky but now that I’ve been, parking isn’t hard at all! They have plenty of parking just a few blocks up. I parked near the downtown YMCA and it was 3 minute walk! Loved the local produces and products! They have quite a big selection. Compared to the state farmer’s market, Durham’s vendors were way more personable and friendly. It felt more like a local farmer’s market! I ended up getting a succulent from a local farmer. It hasn’t died for about a month so I’d say I’m doing pretty well haha Not only do they have many local businesses, they also have a little street with food trucks and local vendors! Oh, did I mention the live music? What about doggies? How else could you spend your Saturday morning? Make sure to bring a bag!

Arlington Farmers Market Menu with Prices 2100 Clarendon Blvd #414, Arlington

I have been coming to this market for about 18 years. It’s small but it’s not overcrowded and snobby like the Dupont Circle Farmer’s market where I’ve comparison shopped. In Dupont, people are already standing in line before 8 a.m. to be able to buy something. Here, the atmosphere is very mellow and easy going. Families, yuppies, joggers, old people brought by retirement homes come out and mix and mingle among the produce sellers, butchers, buffalo meat vendors, mushroom vendors, and milk/dairy/egg vendors. I love the Mexican family who bring a large selection of vegetables and have all the generations helping to sell. Recently, the VW van selling fried doughnuts (check Mac’s Donut Truck) and the Kimchi/pickles lady have been very popular. The Holy Grail sherbet man will make you laugh, and give your kids a free taste. The man who plays the guitar at the corner is a real sweetheart. Please give him a spare dollar. Several years, I have bought plantlings of herbs and tomatoes from the gardening stalls and they did well on my balcony. The cut flowers are so gorgeous and not your standard supermarket variety. This market open on Saturdays from 8 to 12 noon, has a wonderful homey feel. It’s one of the biggest selling points for local residents and we love it. It helps our community. It gives our neighborhood character. Be advised that you can park underground in the adjacent county buildings off Clarendon Boulevard for free, so you don’t have to circle the open parking lot which can get full. Once you are here on a gorgeous weekend day you can also peruse the crafts market nearby and get your bike fixed at the open air bike shop that sets up every Saturday all day!

Haile Farmers Market – Menu with Prices – 5213 Southwest 91 Terrace, Gainesville

Definitely check out Ed W.’s 5-Star review. His review is great and pretty much sums it up: A local market that offers something for everyone from local vendors, organic farmers and innovative artists and businesses. It’s a great way to spend your Saturday morning and pick up unique items to eat, cook, enjoy and take home. We picked up some fresh, living, green wheatgrass to take home for only $2 per unit and it’s hard to find in Jax. Located in the quaint “downtown” of Haile Plantation with plenty of street parking for visitors, they have signs to get you there. It closes at 12pm so make sure you try to come as early as possible because the early bird gets the worm. They are open 8:30am to 12pm every Saturday. Some of the highlights for me: Visiting The Tempeh Shop’s booth since I have a freezer full of this stuff. They offer samples of their Ready Tempeh [prepared tempeh] and the guy working the booth gave me good advice on how to prepare it at home. It’s suppose to be really good for you as it is a fermented soybean product locally made and distributed. The variety of certified organic produce available at this market is a dream for those looking for local organic veggies and fruit that aren’t tainted with pesticides and other poisons. The presentation is beautiful, but you will need to get there early because they do run out of the more popular produce in season. I missed out on the organic beets. Bummer. Here are some of the vendors available here: Strega Nona’s Oven Wood Fired Pizzas, Price Creek Farm, The Tempeh Shop, Rosie’s Organic Farm, Fehrenbacher’s Artisan Sausages, Possum Hollow Farm, Archer Market Garden, & The Green Mango…just to name a few. Check ’em out.

Spenard Farmers’ Market Menu with Prices 2555 Spenard Rd, Anchorage

I love the SFM! It’s what a neighborhood farmers market should be…a variety of vendors, real farmers, and Alaskan authenticity. There is no shortage of genuine organic veggies here, and I enjoy watching the growing season progress from week to week as reflected in the choices. Lots of food vendors too, and you won’t go away hungry. The Russian lady is still here from the days when I had a booth at this market over four years ago. I love the cabbage roll soup she serves, and you won’t get away without her pressing a topping of sour cream in your hand to go with the dish. Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop, and A Pie Stop both sell their baked goods here. Bakeshop coconut macaroons are yummy, and the pie place sells mini pies in all flavors. Since I live alone, a mini pie is just the ticket! I like to get a hot cup of Steam Dot coffee, and sit at a table to listen to the local musicians play and to people watch. On hot days, there’s a lady selling freshly-made sodas in intriguing flavor combinations. Have a good season vendors, and THANKS to the volunteers and the generosity of Chilkoot Charlie’s for making this happen!

West Palm Beach GreenMarket – Menu with Prices – 101 S Clematis St, West Palm Beach

I love the West Palm Beach Green Market! It really adds joy to my Saturday. I love hitting the pavement for a great run and then treating myself to some delicious bites at the Market. In addition to food and beverage, there are many vendors. beauty, gourmet, health and pet items are just a few of the items one can purchase. Produce is vast due to the fact many local farms feature their items. Many natural and organic items are available for sale. A few of my favorite vendors include: coffee, granola, honey, the place with the AMAZING guacamole (now carrying natural juices to include strawberry) and the Cheese Shoppe. I’ve been a dedicated patron to the Guacamole peeps, but stumbled on the cheese crew last weekend. #BESTcheddarEVER I really appreciate they’re not stingy with sampling their cheese. I like to try before I buy so it was nice to taste some of the featured items. I’m going back for the softened Brie…. hello lover! There are plenty of spots to score a hot breakfast and even an all you can drink mimosa special. If you’re into plants and flowers, there is a wide variety at affordable prices. This Green Market is dog friendly too and there are some real cuties who’re on repeat. New this year, the Market is both plastic and straw free. Recyclable bags are strongly encouraged and offered by many of the marketing booths. Samples are endless too so come hungry. Free parking is available at the Evernia & Olive garage. Finally, most of these vendors are Apple & Square friendly. Why not add the Green Market to your Saturday routine.

The Healing Factory Juice & Co. – Menu with Prices – 5401 N 10th St #112, McAllen

Referred here by a cousin. Originally from Oklahoma City, just here in the valley visiting family. Cousin said I had to check out this place. So I did! And it was wonderful. Delicious. Staff was very accommodating as well. I had the Star Burger with a salad & Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca, my grandmother had the Cosmic Sandwich with a fruit salad & Pineapple Agua Fresca. We both licked our plates clean. We also left with a vegan Tres Leches cake for dessert. THAT was amazing as well. It is pet-friendly, which is wonderful. They offer metal straws upon request, also great. All-in-all, it was a ������ enjoyable afternoon complete with a yummy lunch. Will be back for sure.

Down to Earth Jamaica Farmers Market Saturday – Menu with Prices – 90-38 160th St, Jamaica

There’s a wide array of food to choose from. From Chinese food, to Japanese food to Spanish cuisine as well as Trinidadian food, you can pick and choose whatever you’d like to eat. Mind you, in the spring and summer time, there are also vendors selling fruits and vegetables outside of the entrance leading to Jamaica Avenue. As much as I don’t really leave many businesses five stars, they’re pretty good. The Japanese restaurant gives you samples of teriyaki chicken to taste. They also have specials where a small plate of chicken teriyaki, vegetables and fried rice is about $4. Also, the Chinese restaurant has a special in which their small plates are $3.50, the medium is $4.50 and the large plate is $5.50. I purchases a large plate from the Chinese restaurant. They have a hot steam table there as well. It’s a small buffet servicing your usual Chinese American food such as fried rice, bourbon chicken, chicken with broccoli etc. It also comes with an iced tea (I don’t really need sweet drinks so I threw it away). The Spanish food buffet is also very delicious. I believe their food is weighed and the buffet has a variety of options to choose from. You have plantains, stewed chicken, fried chicken, pork chops, yellow rice and avocado salad. If you’re uninterested in coughing up a lot of money for a simple plate of lunch, order a dish on the menu and they will also cook it right in front of your face. I’m giving them 5 stars since they’re accessible to students at York College who are uninterested in paying for lunch in the school. I also like the fact that a lady is selling jewelry. That’s another plus. I just wish they’d stay open after 7pm.

Vancouver Farmers Market – Menu with Prices – 605 Esther St, Vancouver

Fantastic farmer’s market! They are open both Saturdays (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.) & Sundays (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.) mid-March through later in October each year (2019 it runs March 16 – October 27). They have a great variety of vendors and products ranging from produce (of course!), nurseries for plants/shrubs/trees, florists (positively gorgeous huge bouquets for as little at $10!), bakeries, sauces, jams, honey, pickles, olives, cheeses, meats, teas, candy, arts/crafts, jewelry, wood crafts, balloon artists, a couple food trucks and other food made-to-order options if you want to grab breakfast, lunch or a snack while you are there. This was our first time there as we recently moved to the area and with it being only their second weekend open for the season we were impressed with how many vendors were there and I know there are more coming as the season continues based on the info on their website. Speaking of their website, it is great with iInfo on each vendor and an interactive map, too. All the vendors were very nice and every food-related vendor we encountered had free samples so you can try before you buy. They are located in the streets which are closed off for the market around Esther Short Park so even it is rained recently it’s not bad since the vendors are on the paved streets (at least when we were there nothing was in the grassy sections). There is plenty of free street parking throughout the area and they also have a paid lot for the market that just charges a donation (I think it is up to you how much to pay). There are public restroom facilities in the park where they are located (but no soap in the bathroom as far as I could tell, so maybe bring hand sanitizer…it’s possible they may have had a hand sanitizer dispenser that I missed). They also have an ATM on site but many vendors take credit cards, too. Price ranges varied depending on the product but were reasonable and in-line with other farmer’s markets.