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I DO like the concept of buying at farmer's markets, by the way. But I never go because I am not an early riser, and my experience says the early people get the most choice goods.


I've gone to farmers' markets during non-snow seasons for past 2 decades...in every city where I've lived. Partially because my partner used to be a weekend farmer for a decade before I met him. Through him, I learned about the effort of farmers (which Anne I know you know this) and variety of local goods. I've never try to be there within the first hr. to get the "best". Actually some of the best deals happen within the last 2 hrs. on last day of the market for the week, if the outdoor farmer just wants to sell off some fresh produce instead of hauling it back into truck.

Here's my blog post on personal experiences in Canada and wherever we vacation /tour overseas. One does get a more local flavour of crafts, food when travelling overseas.

My partner actually helps out at his son's market stall at one of the local farmers' markets, whenever he's visiting town since his son runs a sandwich and butcher shop. He enjoys it...meeting the customers while handling the sales, etc.



Edited by orchid (09/13/14 01:51 AM)
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