a weekend trip from chicago would not be complete without going to the saturday farmers market in madison. (especially since our farmers markets don't open for a few more weeks!). its crowded, and you have to shuffle around the market in a slow line of hungry local food enthusiasts, but its wonderful there are so many great farmers and producers to support. (i also think that madisonians have a way more affordable farmers market scene than in chicago)
our favorites : the blue cheese from Hooks (blue paradise, its sooo creamy)
the bison steaks from Cherokee Bison farm
and any of the vendors for crisp fresh greens and asparagus.
of course lets not forget the classic spicy cheese bread (which was low on both the spice and cheese this time, but still fresh out of the oven..so i wont really complain) . i didnt see anyone selling eggs or fresh milk, which really would have been amaazing, but maybe later on in the season?