Country in the City- My Fave Farmer’s Markets

I didn’t know how tomatoes grew into well into my adult life. I lived deep in the mountains of Bolivia for a stint and will never forget the awe and amazement of seeds actually growing into my own food! Joe, coming from the good midwestern family that he did, ate 5 different veggies from their family garden every night! While we have attempted our own gardens almost every year, it hasn’t quite produced like we wanted. So I like to hit up farmer’s markets year round for the homegrown taste! Here are some of my favorites located in neighborhoods all over Austin.

Hope Farmer’s Market: This may be the newest to town. Sundays from 11-3 on 5th and Waller.

Boggy Creek Farm: My favorite way to start a Wednesday is with a fresh cup of coffee at Boggy Creek and my shoulder bag filled with fresh eggs and seasonal produce. The kids love to visit the chickens and see where the food is grown. Truly country in the city. Wednesday and Saturday from 9-1 in East Austin.

Austin Farmer’s Market at the Triangle: This is our spring ritual- meet friends at the triangle on Wednesday for live music, yummy samples, and fun. Grab the organic roasted chicken for dinner on your way out. And don’t forget to let your kids run around in the water area!

Austin Farmer’s Market downtown: Saturdays 9-1

Sunset Valley Farmer’s Market: Saturdays 9-1. Perfect for the south Austin home dweller and there is so much more than just veggies for sale! It is a fun place to take the kids on a slow Saturday morning.

Manor Farmer’s Market: Just 15 minutes east of Austin and many farmers represented.

If you are toying with the idea of planting a spring garden this year, but don’t want to go at it alone,  find a community garden in your own Austin neighborhood. Or start a co-op in your backyard with neighbors- especially if you live in Lost Creek or Rollingwood where the lots lend themselves to large garden plots. If you are selling your Austin home in the Spring, a welcoming garden sends a message to buyers that you care about your home. Happy gardening!