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May 11th, 2008
Farmers' tailgate markets have the freshest foods and
greatest seasonal variety that can be found. Appalachian markets are
also the best place to meet a farmer. Each market is different -- reflecting
the desires of the local community and the
farming conditions
of the
area.
They
all provide a direct connection between the farmer and the consumer
and have the freshest, healthiest food available.
or go to the county
Rabun (GA)
Simply Homegrown: A Community Market
Where: In the heart of historic, downtown Clayton, Georgia, chock-a-block to the intersection of Main and Savannah streets, in the parking lot of Prater's Main Street Books. Clayton, GA
What: Simply Homegrown: A Community Market concentrates on sustainably grown local produce, (some organic) herbs and flowers as well as local honey, fresh-baked bread, goat cheese, eggs, preserves, jams, stone-ground corn meal and medicinal salves. Open Saturdays 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., mid-May to early October at 34 Main Street, Clayton, Georgia.
When:
Ashe County Farmer's Market
Where: The Backstreet runs parallel to the main shopping district of West Jefferson. The Market is located directly across from Pet Tails pet shop and the Western Jefferson western clothing store. West Jefferson, NC
What: Ashe County Farmer's Market is one of the few Markets left in the country where all of the products are grown and made by local farmers and artisans.
LOCAL FOOD-Shop for farm fresh eggs, fruit, honey & molasses, produce, fruit, fresh breads, cakes and pies, jams and relishes, culinary vinegars and farm raised meats.
ARTISAN QUALITY CRAFTS-From lye soap made the old fashioned way to functional pottery, the crafts at the Ashe Market are high quality and uphold our rich Applachian Heritage. You will find blacksmith forged iron work, wood carving, pottery, soap, candles, fine art, photography, fiber arts and floral arrangements.
When:
- Wed 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sat 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Tryon Tailgate Market
Where: Located across the railroad tracks from the Tryon Theatre. Tryon, NC
What: Wide variety of locally grown fresh fruits and
produce in season.
When:
Alleghany (NC) (Top)
Alleghany County Farmers' Market
Where: County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 21 North Sparta, NC
What: Locally grown produce, food items, plants, jams and jellies, honey, baked goods, cider, molasses, syrup, and herb vinegars.
When:
Buncombe (NC) (Top)
Big Ivy Tailgate Market
Where: Parking lot of old fire station, on Hwy 197 across from Barnardsville post office. Barnardsville, NC
What: Saturdays, April to October, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the parking lot of the old fire station in Barnardsville, on Hwy 197 across from the post office. Growers offer eggs, honey, fresh-roasted coffee beans, produce, and more.
When:
Black Mountain Tailgate Market
Where: 500 Montreat Rd. (Hwy 9 N. at exit 64 off I-40), yard of UU Congregation.
Black Mountain, NC
What: Our market is a seasonal Saturday morning community event. We have an array of vendors, including mostly organic and sustainable growers, of produce, plants and herbs. We have local bakers and other food preparation artisans, with hot coffee and other drinks available. We have several artisans, including pottery and jewelry, and handmade soaps, lotions, candles, and such. We enjoy seeing children play on the lawn while their parents or other adult supervisors shop. Pets are welcome if on a leash, as required by town ordinance. We are there on Saturday mornings, rain or shine.
When:
French Broad Food Coop Saturday Tailgate Market
Where: 76 Biltmore Ave. next to the French Broad Food Co-op. Asheville, NC
What: Asheville's original all organic tailgate market, serving Asheville and surrounding communities on Saturday mornings since 1990. You will find freshly picked organic vegetables, fruits, berries, herbs and flower bouquets plus garden, herb and landscaping plants. Local honey, freshly baked breads from a wood fired brick oven, vegan and non-vegan baked treats, eggs, pies, goat cheeses, and locally raised meats.
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