State Farmers Market

This week marked my very first visit to the Georgia State Farmers Market. It is the mother of all the other farmer's markets in Georgia. I mostly frequent the Dekalb Farmers market because of the convenience, but the trip south is well worth the drive. On this particular day my trip to the GSFM was completely by accident. We were lost in Forest Park, GA looking for a auto-body shop when I noticed the massive sign for the market and immediately decided we have to stop there. As long as I have lived in Atlanta, I always wanted to go but never made it a priority. It was perfect timing because it was lunch time and my belly was aching. Before jumping into the shopping, we ate the Oakwood Cafe,where they serve up some delicious down home southern favorites. Deciding what to order was the most challenging part of the day, there is so much to choose from. I finally settled on the smoked chicken, collard greens and fried green tomatoes.

After a satisfying lunch I was able to take my time and explore all that the market has to offer. There are several rows of produce dealers all offering the best of their harvest. Early morning is the best time to arrive to get the best picks, spot local chefs and purveyors bargaining for the best deals. Heading into Spring the market is gearing up for the arrival of more farmers, especially those located in Georgia. I could not resist checking out every aisle, bright, beautiful produce lined up is intoxicating, bringing a big smile to my face.

In addition to produce you can purchase, fish, meat, produce and plants. There is an entire area dedicated to each. Whatever it is that you are looking for you can probably find it at the Georgia State Farmers Market. Please make the trip I promise you the only thing you'll be regretting is that you did not get there sooner.