In the United States, less than 1% of fresh food is purchased directly from farmers. The majority comes from chains and big box stores which is a reflection of our culture to want things big, fast and cheap. But some autumn weekend, take the family to a local farmers’ market and you’ll taste what fresh is supposed to taste like.
When you walk through the door of the Grand Central Market you’ll immediately hear the buzz of people bargaining with produce vendors, ordering lunch at a deli counter, or talking with friends as they navigate the narrow aisles. Since 1917, these 30,000 square feet of bustling commerce have been housed in the Homer Laughlin Building. It was built in 1896 and, during the 1920s, its famous tenant was Frank Lloyd Wright.
317 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Fresh, Sweet and Red Strawberries at Farmers Market in Buffalo, Minnesota
Lake Blvd S & 1st St S, Buffalo, MN 55313
Sweet Corn Banner Over Fresh Vegetable Stand in Buffalo, Minnesota
Lake Blvd S & 1st St S, Buffalo, MN 55313
Stack of Large, Orange Pumpkins at Vegetable Stand in Rockford, Minnesota
Lake Sarah Heights Dr & Hwy 55, Rockford, MN 55373
Red, Yellow, Orange Bell Peppers in Basket and Yellow Daffodil in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Red, Yellow Tomatoes in Basket Plus Cabbage and Ripe Apples in Saint Paul, Minnesota
290 5th St E, St Paul, MN 55101
Fairhaven Farm makes a delightful family outing in mid-October. This picturesque Yankee barn was built in the 1860s and once was a stage coach stop. In 1985, Marsha Anklam began her dream by purchasing this 50 acre property in the heart of Minnesota. Then she and David Macgregor slowly converted it into a fruit farm. This is a popular venue during autumn weekends to pick-your-own apples, pumpkins and gourds followed by a horse-drawn hayride.
13835 51st Ave, South Haven, MN 55382
Ears of Green Sweet Corn in Husks with Tassels at Farmers Market in Columbus, Ohio
In 1889, the Reading Railroad decided to displace a popular open-air market to make way for their new train station. After extensive negotiation, they agreed to create space for indoor stalls. This became the Reading Terminal Market on 12th and Arch Streets. Lovine’s Produce is one of the 100 merchant who daily serve the palates of the locals.
1136 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Broccoli, Carrots, Beets, Spinach at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Brussels Sprouts at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Caribbean Rock Lobster Tails on Ice at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Chilean Navel Oranges at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Chinook Salmon on Ice at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Dungeness Crabs on Ice at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Fennel Bulbs Displayed at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Fresh Ocean Phase Coho Salmon on Ice at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Fresh Red Snappers on Ice at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Granny Smith and Gala Apples on Display at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Green, Yellow, Orange Bell Peppers, Bananas at Public Market in Seattle, Washington
Honey Crisp Apples on Display at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Large Cooked and Peeled Shrimp on Ice at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Pears, Plumbs and Asian Pear Apples at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Red Oak Leaf Lettuce at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Smoked Wild King Salmon Fillets at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Sunflower Bunches at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Sweet Corn Kernels and Husks at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
Wild King Salmon on Ice at Public Market Center in Seattle, Washington
