Morningside Farmer's Market

This Saturday, we headed out to the Morningside Farmer's Market in Virginia Highlands. We go to Alon's bakery all the time so imagine our delight when we discovered the Farmer's Market in the parking lot right across the street. All the stands there sell certified organic produce. There's even a hog and cattle farmer selling grass fed beef and antibiotic free pork.

I have to say there is a feeling of pride when you walk down the street with others who appreciate locally grown veggies. There we are with canvas bags in hand and mouths watering. Our dollars are ready to be spent supporting local farmers and buying produce grown with care.

While there, I learned Japanese cucumbers grow up making them easier to weed and I would imagine a great option for us city dwellers with less space for gardening. We tried Sungold Tomatoes and loved them but ended up buying the Jelly Bean variety. I have to say both have more flavor than any cherry tomato I've ever had. The bunch of Basil we bought is out of this world! When we got home, I just stuck it in a glass of water on the counter. It looks just like the Food Network in here. We had it on our sub sandwiches that night and what flavor! It's so fresh, I just tear off a leaf and eat it just like that.

Of course, I cannot forget to mention Miss Gloria. A wonderful lady who enjoys people. She has a little table and umbrella set up with paper and paints to keep your little ones busy while you shop the stands. Thanks Miss Gloria.

Though it's a bit of a drive from Alpharetta, it was well worth the adventure and my family highly recommends the Morningside Farmer's Market as a must see for your family. Enjoy!

Saturdays Year Round from 8:00 am to 11:30 am
1393 N. Highland Ave Atlanta GA 30306 • 404.313.5784