South Asheville Farmer's Market has opened in the 2600 Block of Hendersonville Rd in Arden. This location is across the street from Pizza Hut and Carolina Furniture Concepts and was the previous location of a western-wear store. They're stocked with produce from Florida until our local fields are harvested, when they'll buy directly from the farmers. They also stock a selection of Sclafani products. If you email this Market, ask to be added to their email list for weekly announcements. South … [Read more...]
Tailgate Farmers Market Season Arrives!
There’s no better way to welcome spring than by going to a farmers tailgate market. Markets begin reopening in April, offering not only the freshest local products, but a chance to reconnect with neighbors and the people who grow your food, and enjoy free outdoor activities. The Asheville City Market’s downtown location at 161 South Charlotte Street opens on Saturday, April 17, 8:00a.m.-1:00p.m., and a schedule of many more markets in Buncombe County and all around the region … [Read more...]
Fun Family Farm Day at Hickory Nut Gap – FREE
Hickory Nut Gap Meats is celebrating their 10th Anniversary! "In honor of 10 years of raising grassfed and the people who have made it possible we are having a party! Join us SATURDAY, APRIL 3RD 1-5PM for a FREE, FUN, FAMILY DAY at the farm. Local food producers will be sampling and local artists will guide children in fun craft activities. Bratwurst and Hamburgers will be available to purchase. Kick back and listen to the talent of local musicians. Please join us, YOU have made this celebration … [Read more...]
Maple Creek Farm’s 2010 Maple Syrup Tour
See Maple Creek Farm's new Sugar House, watch and learn about the cooking process, sample fresh maple syrup. Hike through the Sugar Bush. Visit with the animals. Farm store open with pastured pork, sorghum syrup, and maple syrup for sale. http://www.maplecreekfarm.net/ for directions and more information. February 20th and 21st from 11:00AM to 4:00PM. Cost: $5 per adult, Children under 12 FREE. Maple Creek Farm 1641 Lickskillet Rd. Burnsville, NC February 20th and 21st Print Page … [Read more...]
Mills River Farm Market Looking for Vendors
Vendor Interest Meeting Monday, February 15 at 7 PM at Mills River Town Hall (5046 Boylston Hwy). If you are interested in being a part of the Mills River Farm Market, please plan to attend. Send any questions about the meeting to jaime.adrignola@millsriver.org or call town hall at 828 890-2901 Print Page … [Read more...]
Asheville City Market – New Holiday Pack Square Location & Schedule
On Saturdays November 28, December 5, 12, and 19, the Asheville City Market will open at a new location, Pack Square in the heart of downtown, from 10:00a.m.- 2:00p.m. Make a day of your downtown shopping and stay for live music. On Saturday, November 28, Woody Pines & the Delta Blues Trio will perform at the market; on December 5, Sherri Lynn & Mountain Friends and Evergreen Community Charter School Marimba Band will perform; on December 12, Galen Kipar; and on December 19, Rickie … [Read more...]
Watch Sorghum Syrup Makin’ by Draft Horse Power at Doubletree Farm in Marshall
The Bennett Family invites you to enjoy Sorghum Syrup Makin' at Doubletree Farm (MAP) 835 Cargile Branch Road, Marshall, from 8:00AM to 5:00 or 6:00PM, Saturday's through October 24th. In 2008 the Bennetts received an honorable mention award for their syrup from the National Sweet Sorghum Producers and Processors Association. There will be syrup to sample and purchase at the open houses. The Bennetts use draft horse power for all of their farm work. If you are interested in seeing the horses … [Read more...]
October Flat Rock Tailgate Market Vendor of the Month
The Flat Rock Tailgate Market will feature Melinda Hill of Hill’s Farm Plants, Inc. in Dana, as “Vendor of the Month†of October. Melinda grows greens, herbs, beans, onions, gourds, lots of peppers (hot and sweet) and a large variety of flowers (her favorites) including sunflowers, zinnias and dahlias. She sells at the Flat Rock Tailgate Market held every Thursday afternoon from 3-6 in the parking area behind the Cherry Cottage and next to Hubba Hubba Smokehouse along Little … [Read more...]
At The End of the Paved Road – Wilson Farms in Fairview
Turn onto a small road, Willie Mae Way, off of Cane Creek Rd in Fairview (where you see the sign for Wilson Farms pictured below) (MAP) and the next sign you'll see says something like, "Wilson Farms is at the end of the paved road". Always up for an adventure, I headed down the road wondering exactly what Wilson Farms would be like. When the pavement ended, I was pulling into a group of buildings surrounded by beautiful fields. This all seemed pretty typical of a family farm - with one … [Read more...]
Brevard Farm Fair – Yeti’s Take
I didn't get a chance to get out to The First Annual Farm Fair in Brevard September 5th, but a blogging friend of mine did. Check out his pics here. Print Page … [Read more...]
