I had viewed their website last night and was really excited for the organic produce, raw milk cheese, and grass fed beef. However, when we got there it was not exactly what I had expected. I quickly realized that the ONLY vendors there were organic produce stand, raw milk cheese stand, and grass fed beef! (pretty much anyway). The vendors that were there were great and had great items for sale, but I was expecting much more after reading articles in the paper and seeing their website. Two of the vendors are also stores that we usually visit on a regular basis anyway and they raise their prices on the produce they bring to market. :(
It wasn't all disappointing, I was able to get information on LOCAL all-natural grass fed beef as well as eat one of their burgers for lunch! We bought some peaches, blueberries, and a few sugary treats from the Weaver's Orchard stand, as well as cantaloupe from another local farmer (which was almost to ripe to eat). My favorite item I purchased was raw milk cheddar cheese from a local farm. Although, I don't think all their cows are grass or green fed :( I did get information on the farm and the cheese is excellent! I also purchased yogurt from them and would be writing about how it was had I not left it sit on the table at the market! ARGH! There were a few other stands with local coffee, treats, and some veggie/fruit plants.
Overall, I love that the market is geared toward organic and grass fed foods. But it was a bit overpriced and there weren't really many options or vendors there. We also went a little later in the day, so we may have missed some of the deals or better produce. I am hoping that the market grows in the future because it is such a great idea and a great way to find some great local produce! If you want more info on the Farmer's Market here is a link to theWebsite.
