Off To Market

This summer visit one of Alberta’s many farmer’s market to experience some of the freshest and innovative food products Alberta has to offer.  For those new to the farmer’s market experience, here are some tips to consider when visiting a farmer’s market:

1. Bring actual money.  Most markets do not have ABM’s and vendors generally do not take cheques or credit cards. Some of the larger indoor markets may have cash machines on site, but it’s always best to have cash on hand.
2. Take a shopping basket or large canvass bags. 
3. Get there early if you want the freshest produce and baked goods.
4. Bring a cooler.  If you plan on buying fresh items, put a cooler with ice in your car to keep your fresh pick fresh and safe.
5. Have fun.  There is just so much selection, having fun is guaranteed.

Click here for a complete list of approved farmers markets close to you or visit www.albertamarkets.com

Try some of the best products farmer’s markets products across Alberta for yourself.  Here is the list of vendors mentioned in the Summer Issue – Farmer’s Market Top Finds.

1. Patsy Clark Farms, Millarville (and Calgary Currie)

403-285-1624

2. Simmons Hot Gourmet. Amazing Chutney. Lethbridge Market and Millarville Call 403-327-9087.

3. Simple Simon Pies. Calgary Currie Farmer’s Market (403) 205-3475. 

4. Organic Grains Bakery. 403-381-9322, Lethbridge Farmer’s Market

5. - Fancy Shmancy.  488-8402. St. Albert Farmer’s Market

6. Bob Big Bee Chocolates, (403) 631-2272 Medicine Hat

7 Sylvan Star Gouda  (403) 340- 1560. Sylvan Lake and Currie Barracks Farmer’s Market in Calgary.

8. Ma McLeod’s Creamy Toffee 403.527-7071

9 Antipasto Sheila’s Range, 403-347-2880.  Bentley Farmer’s Market