The Old Town market is improving with more selections and vendors, but it seems to be quite packed with jars, packages and boxes of premade products rather than produce. While those things are lovely and should be supported, I personally head to a farmers market to by fruits and vegetables, not brittle and chocolate. It seems the market has prioritized McClendon's Farm rather than drawing in others that may showcase different or even native plants. Don't get me wrong - I like the availability and selection from their farm and am always happy to see it on local menus, but I also like choice, variety and inspiration. Other farms have made an appearance, but the mix seems slightly inconsistent. I hope they continue to support other growers.
We do love buying grass fed beef, salmon and bread here in addition to produce. The prepared food vendors are terrific - we tried the egg sandwhich from Eddie V's last week and it was to die for. I'm scared to even promote it too vocally lest the wait becomes longer! The bread from Tammie Coe is unspeakably good and somehow always half eaten by the time we leave. We are fortunate to have this in our regular Saturday routine and only a few miles away from home, but I'll keep my eye out for new farmers in the circuit.