Why I Love Shopping at Farmers Markets

Local Farmers Markets

Why I Love Farmers Markets

There’s something magical about stepping into a farmers market. The rows of colorful produce, the scent of fresh herbs, the seasonal plants – it all feels like a celebration of connection and good food. Shopping at a farmers market helps me live more mindfully. It reminds me to think about where things come from, to waste less, and to savor my weekly bounty. Going to a farmers market is like a mini adventure each time. I love watching how a farmers market’s produce evolves over the season. Strawberries, rhubarb, and asparagus in the spring. Tomatoes, sweet corn, peaches, plums and peppers in the height of summer. Apples, cider, pears, late-season berries, pumpkins in the fall. Shopping at a farmers market is also a powerful and personal way to support sustainable agriculture and small businesses. Over the years, farmers markets have become one of my favorite weekly rituals and here’s why I love them so much.

1. Fresh, Seasonal Goodness

2. Supporting Local Growers

3. A Sense of Community

4. The Unexpected Finds

5. Living With Intention

Here are links to some Farmers Markets in this area. Click to explore!

Hinsdale: Mondays

https://www.hinsdalechamber.com/farmers-mark et/

Downers Grove: Saturdays

https://patch.com/illinois/downersgrove/more-60-vendors-slated-2023-downers-grove-market

Westmont: Thursdays

https://www.localharvest.org/westmont-open-market-M53074