"It's not a competition, but the Union Square Greenmarket is the city's best farmers market. It’s open four days a week—Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday—and at its peak, there are around 140 vendors present. Because of its location, the market attracts a lot of well-known chefs, who have the proper knowledge of ramp season, and are on a first-name basis with the people restocking the thai basil over at Lani’s Farm (one of our favorite vendors because in addition to greens, they also sell soup). But there’s also your fair share of chef groupies, who live for tomato season, and have been the proud parent of a sourdough starter since March 202. photo credit: Kate Previte" - Willa Moore