Ron R.
Yelp
This farmers market is a little less hectic I'd say, and I dig it!
Nestled in a square parking lot, next to a few small businesses and a New Seasons, is the Orenco Farmers Market. Many times I've seen it and many times I've avoided it. But now I regret not checking it out the first time they opened up a few years ago. Here's a few tips and details:
* Parking *
Most folks park in the New Seasons parking lot, or down the residential streets. The times I've been here, the lot has never been full. So I've never had any issue finding parking.
* Favorite Vendors *
~ The Pie Guy - out of North Plains. If you yelp that, you'll see why he's different. Love their variety of pies.
~ Pilgrim's Roasted Nut'z - Another North Plains favorite! You can literally go nuts buying more than one bag.
~ Kookido - UGH, mochi-filled cookies! I'm a mochi lover and chewy soft cookie kind of guy. These are heaven in a container!
~ Pablo Munoz Fruits - I'm all about their peaches and berries!
~ Martinez Family Farms - Come here early for these guys. They always have a long line to pay.
~ Favorite Produce - I dig their fresh flower bouquets.
~ Helvetia Vineyards & Winery - Another local wine favorite. Try a sample!
~ Baird Family Orchards - mmm mmm, gotta love them peaches! Especially their Sweet Sue yellow peaches.
~ Our Little Farm and Nursery - Haven't bought anything from these guys, but they're the ones that freshly roast peppers. People love'em!
~ Slow Rise Bakehouse - Located out of Forest Grove. Check out my ROTD for them ;)
~ Thompson Farms - The "pear guy"! He's picking bosc pears soon. I cannot wait!
~ Papa's Sunflower Seeds - Flavored roasted sunflower and pumpkin seeds. These are the guys that do team fundraising.
~ Ochoas Catering & Events - Necessito burrito! They wrap up fat burritos (and more) and their salsas are simply el mejor!
For the most part, if it's a hot summer day, the market can close a bit early due to excessive heat. I've yet to go here on a rainy day. But in closing for my next visit, I'm trying the pasta lady, the hot sauce guy, and the fresh mini donuts. Oh and the mouthful momo stand. Support your locals folks!