Bridget G.
Yelp
I've been in Westwood longer than I'd like to admit, and this used to be the BEST farmers' market. It was on the corner of Weyburn and Glendon (where the apartment complex/Trader Joe's is now) and was always packed full of vendors, musicians, tables to sit at, and people. Fast forward several years and disagreements of where it should be held, and although I'm glad to finally have one back in the Village, it just isn't what it used to be.
It seems like a catch 22.... not enough stalls because people don't attend, and people don't attend because of not enough stalls. There aren't many produce stands, and the food stands I loved are gone. But I see it gradually improving, and I really hope that more students, staff and residents come by so that vendors will find it profitable to be here.
Anyway, my recs are:
- the roasted corn stand... give them $2.50, get a huge corn cob on a stick, cover that sucker in mayo, then parmesan, then garlic salt, lemon pepper chili, and whatever else your heart desires. Prepare for the happiest few moments of your day.
- The stand with the hummus, tzatziki, pita chips, and lots of other Middle Eastern goodies. The guy is really cool and will encourage you to sample anything, and everything is freshly made and delicious.
- The mini bundt cake stand!
The hours are perfect for lunch breaks, after class or after work (12-7), and you can park in the Broxton lot for free for an hour. I really hope this farmers' market is restored to its former glory! I hope you support it too!