Adventures For DaytrippersFarmers Markets in OntarioFrom May to the end of October, you can visit countless Farmers' Markets just a short distance from Toronto. All carry fresh Ontario grown produce from local farmers. Many of these markets are combined with Antique Fairs and Flee Markets, making these day trips exciting for the whole family. Check out the website of each for hours of operation and details about the vendors. Aberfoyle Farmers' MarketThi s count ry market featur es independent, family-run vendors who are passionate about fresh, healthy food. Here you can find excellent local products including heirloom vegetables, artisanal cheeses and a selection of heritage meats. Check out the wonderful Aberfoyle Antique market while you’re there, the oldest of its kind in Ontario. Location: Optimist Recreation Centre, Bobcaygeon Farmers' MarketThe Bobcaygeon Farmers' Market is dedicated to providing only products that are locally grown and/or processed – supporting growers and processors within 100km of Bobcaygeon. We also have local artisans providing some wonderful creations. Most mornings you will be entertained by local talent, it isn't just a market, it's a fun outing that's great for the whole family! Location: Bobcaygeon Fairgrounds, Cambridge Farmers' MarketThis market has a German flavour, with seasonal fruits, vegetables, fresh meat, eggs, cheeses and wonderful baked goods. Foodland Ontario named this 170-yearold local institution the best year-round farmer's market in the province. 35 to 45 vendors are on site, offering a wealth of gastronomical delights. Location: 40 Dickson St, beside Cobourg Farmers' MarketTempt your taste buds at the oldest market in Ontario, located in one of the province’s most picturesque towns. Cobourg's Farmers' Market was established in 1839 and offers locally grown and certified organic produce, crafts, flowers, plants, cheese, farm fresh beef, pork, chicken, sausages of all kinds, atlantic seafood, breads, pastries, and many other delectable treats. Location: Market Square, Grand Bend Farmers' MarketThis is a thriving little market in beautiful Grand Bend. Here you’ll find fresh, locally-grown items and visit with farmers, crafts people, bakers and value added vendors. They grow it, produce it, make it or bake it so you know the person you're buying from has a personal stake in your satisfaction! Also, check out Grand Bend’s restaurants that feature dishes from the Simply in Season cookbook. Location: Colonial Hotel Parking Lot,
Guelph Farmers' MarketGuelph offers a year round market that has been a focal point of the downtown for over 180 years. This is a community place where families come to shop for quality meats, cheese, produce, baked goods, preserves, and delicious foods prepared by the vendors. They work hard and proudly sell the fruits of their labour while customers visit with the producers and get updated on local news. Location: 4 Gordon St at Waterloo Ave St. Jacob's Farmers' MarketExperience Canada's largest year-round farmers' market, open every Thursday and Saturday Tuesdays June 14 to August 30). Hundreds of food and craft vendors both indoors and outdoors bring you Ontario's farm-fresh produce, meats, cheese, baking and more. Location: 878 Weber Street North, Market on BroadwayThe Market on Broadway has something for all ages and if there is a type of vendor or event you would like to see incorporated, please fill in our feedback form. We are always looking for great ideas and our vendors appreciate knowing how they are doing. Location: Orangeville Town Hall, Port Hope Farmers' MarketThere are two markets with vendors selling only what they grow/bake or make. On Saturday, park your vehicle and tour our market, downtown parks and afterward visit the shops uptown. On Wednesdays the market can be found in front of the newly renovated Gilmers' Home Hardware. So come and spend the afternoon visiting and checking out the other businesses all within walking distance. Location: 56 Queen Street, behind Town Simcoe County Eco Farmers' Market (Barrie)This is one of the only eco-only farmer’s market. All products are raised using no chemicals or herbicides, and using only earth-friendly and sustainable farming practices. Product options include fresh maple syrup for sweeteners. Location: Hempola Valley Farms,
Local Summertime Farmers MarketsThese are truly community events
with a homemade, handmade, earth
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traditional market fare including
farm fresh produce, fruit, meats,
cheese, fresh baked bread, sweet and
savoury baked goods, meals-to-go,
honey, preserves, granola, soups and
tantalizing treats. Birchcliff Village Farmers’ MarketLocation: 1512 Kingston RdFridays, 3 – 7 pm marketsbythebluffs.com East Lynn Park Farmers’ MarketLocation: 1949 Danforth AveThursdays, 3 – 7 pm my-market.ca East York Farmers’ MarketLocation: 850 Coxwell AveTuesdays, 8 am – 2 pm Leslieville Farmers’ MarketLocation: Ashbridge ParkSundays, 9 am – 2 pm leslievillemarkst.com Withrow Park Farmers’ MarketLocation: 725 Logan AveSaturdays, 9 am – 1 pm withrowpark.ca Looking for a farmer’s in a particular town in Ontario?
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