Find ingredients for tasty meals, local wines, breads, preserves, and more this fall at markets throughout the Upper East Side of Texas. Most are open each week through October and some go year round.
Those who base their meal planning around what they can find seasonally at the markets not only get healthier products but there’s no better taste than fresh, locally grown food. Buyers can ask growers about their process, ensure organic practices, and get helpful tips for storage, preparation, and cooking. Artisan bakers can answer questions about the ingredients used in their products which helps shoppers avoid allergens.
Whether shopping local or while on a fun getaway, social interactions at farmers’ markets are meaningful. Making a weekend out of it is a fun way to explore other offerings in rural communities including restaurants, museums, art galleries, and boutiques.
Find the best markets in the region in Ennis, Greenville, Longview, Palestine, Paris, Rockwall, and Sulphur Springs. Click on the town name to go directly to their website to get all the details.