Allison K.
Yelp
Just moved to the area and finally had a chance to check out this farmers market. I read the reviews here on yelp so I had high expectations, it did not disappoint!
Location:
If you are coming from a distance, parking would not be an issue. The market is located in front of the palisades high school so I would suggest parking on Temescal canyon road and walking right over (corner of Temescal and bowdoin).
Perfectly sized and organized with produce on the right hand side. There are baked goods, cheeses, meats, seafood, hummus, yogurt, jewelry, clothing, beauty products, basket, tea, orchid, and flower stands to the middle and left aisles. There is also an empanada truck and an amazing Italian coffee tent.
A bonus, the market is conveniently located near Temescal gateway park if you want to take a nice hike before shopping.
Produce/goods:
I could go on forever about the goodies I tried but I will give the highlights.
I can't get over the quality and the prices at this market. Organic produce options upon options. Pluots, salad greens, carrots, plums, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, Brussels sprouts and on. All well priced and fresh. Plenty of samples to boot. This weekend I had the best strawberries of my life, three baskets for SIX DOLLARS people! There was great variety of plums and peaches which we were able to sample before purchasing.
Amazing raspberry and almond croissants from the French bakery. Delicious rustic sourdough from the organic bakery.
Seriously...Everything we tried was wonderful.
As far as the clothing type stands my favorites were a jewelry stand with great pieces for layering. The fair trade baskets made in Ghana were stunning, ill be purchasing one soon to tote my groceries in.
Overall:
Fantastic variety and quality of products with unbeatable prices.
We met the owners, a very down to earth and friendly couple. I really can't get over how lovely they were.
All the people at the stands were friendly too. What a wonderful home town feel on top of excellent shopping!
Tips:
Go early to avoid crowds and heat in the summer. We went at about 8am this past Sunday, not too crowded at all.
Don't forget your bags, you'll want to buy a ton. Or purchase a beautiful Ghana made basket from the lovely lady here ;)