Our guide to the area’s best farmers’ and green markets
Farmers’ Market Oceanside Vero Beach
2901 Ocean Drive
Open year round, Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon
VENDORS
50+
WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy fresh vegetables (including hydroponic and organic), flowers, baked goods, home and garden decorative accessories and more. The market also has roughly a dozen food vendors dishing out breakfast, lunch and dinner.
MUST BUY
Freshly baked breads and pastries, gourmet novelty items
WHAT’S NEW
Howard’s Burgers, serving crispy, thin burgers made with the freshest ingredients
SIGNATURE EVENT
The market before major holidays are all themed. For Halloween, highlights include trick-or-treating from booth to booth, a pet costume contest and free samples.
FAN FAVORITES
Osceola Organic Produce, Aunt Zorada Farms, Rhonda’s Produce and Seafood Market, Gator Kate’s Crepes and Akamai Accents
TIP
“Bring cash and an empty stomach,” says market manager Brittany Swartz.
Stuart Green Market
121 S.W. Flagler Ave.
Open year round, Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
VENDORS
40+
WHAT TO EXPECT
Vendors offer vegetables, flowers, pastries, spices and herbs, sauces, local honey, specialty coffee and more. You’ll also find artists and artisans such as photographers, a Native American flute carver, a dog-treat baker, local authors and a children’s tutu designer.
MUST BUY
Produce: No vendor travels more than 20 miles to the market, so you’re truly shopping local.
MUST TRY
The resident reflexologist—just the answer for your tired feet
ENTERTAINMENT
Regular performers include virtuoso jazz saxophonists and a Latin/Caribbean entertainer.
SIGNATURE EVENT
The market co-promotes the Rock’n Riverwalk concert series from November through May, located at the adjacent waterfront stage.
TIP
Take a stroll on the Riverwalk boardwalk that winds along the St. Lucie River to take in the breeze and beautiful waterway.
The Gardens GreenMarket
10500 N. Military Trail
Open year round, Sundays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
VENDORS
140
WHAT TO EXPECT
The market prides itself on securing the best of whatever is in season, so anticipate the freshest tomatoes, cucumbers and corn—just to name a few.
MUST BUY
Fresh herbs from Wilkos Farms, smoothies from Seaside Smoothies, breads from Importico’s Bakery Cafe and honey from Blue Bee Apiaries
WHAT’S NEW
Fresh vegetables from QV Farms, citrus from Hornbuckle Family Farms and The Purple Shrimp (try the shrimp and grits or brown-butter Bourbon bread pudding)
ENTERTAINMENT
Expect a variety of live bands, from jazz to soul to country.
SIGNATURE EVENT
Now in its twelfth season, the market hosts an anniversary celebration each January. Vendors contribute individual cakes to make a cake “quilt,” and the mayor and city council come out to cut the cakes for everyone to enjoy.
TIP
You can still shop the market during summer. In May, everything moves indoors to STORE Self Storage at 11010 N. Military Trail to protect shoppers, products and vendors from the heat.
West Palm Beach GreenMarket
101 Flagler Drive, Waterfront Commons
Open seasonally, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
VENDORS
100
WHAT TO EXPECT
The locale provides a scenic location where shoppers can browse fresh farm fruits and vegetables, tropical and native plants, organic food, baked goods and more.
MUST BUY
Produce, fresh-squeezed juices, pickles and fish dip
MUST TRY
Doughnuts from Cider Doughnuts in flavors such as double chocolate and red velvet
SIGNATURE EVENT
Each February, the market hosts a strawberry festival featuring fresh local strawberries, homemade strawberry shortcake and special strawberry offerings from vendors.
HISTORY
Now in its nineteenth season, the West Palm Beach GreenMarket is a staple in the community, supporting many local nonprofit organizations.
TIP
The Banyan and Evernia Street parking garages offer free parking during market hours.
Delray GreenMarket
Old School Park Square, Northeast 2nd Avenue
Open seasonally, Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
VENDORS
65+
WHAT TO EXPECT
A wide selection of produce such as heirloom tomatoes, shishito Japanese frying peppers, kale, micro-greens, grapefruit and Indian River citrus. The market also offers a variety of organic, vegetarian, vegan and paleo items.
MUST BUY
Fresh seafood such as Florida lobster tails and jams such as pineapple vanilla rum reserve or kiwi lemon jam from Pascale’s: The Delray Beach Jam Company
FAN FAVORITES
Alderman Farms, Green Cay Produce, Thomas Produce, Finatic Fish Co., Juice King and Old School Bread Co.
SIGNATURE EVENT
Known for being pet-friendly, the market holds the annual Easter Bonnet Pet Parade. This year, on April 19, participants can walk the parade with their pets down Atlantic Avenue to Old School Square for judging and prizes.
CONVENIENCE
Located just steps away from charming restaurants and shops, it’s the only market in the county where you can valet park.
TIP
“Dress according to the weather: sneakers, sandals or your wellies if it’s raining,” says Lori Nolan, market manager. “And shop early for the best selection.”
Boca Raton GreenMarket
Intersection of South Federal Highway and Southeast Royal Palm Boulevard
Open seasonally, Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
VENDORS
45
WHAT TO EXPECT
Discover produce from local farmers, potted and fresh herbs, pet treats and supplies, orchids, pasta and organic cleaning products as well as handmade crafts and artwork.
MUST BUY
Floral arrangements and orchids, fresh stone crabs and artisan breads
ATMOSPHERE
The market offers a variety of music bands and genres, from local school jazz bands to seasoned artists such as Zella Lehr and Phil Christian.
SIGNATURE EVENT
The Saturday before Mother’s Day, the market treats all moms to a gift, and vendors create specialty items such as themed soaps for the occasion.
GIVING BACK
Proceeds as well as products from the market are donated to several organizations each year.
TIP
Pick up a recycled shopping bag compliments of Aurora Nurses.
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