I always have been interested in the history of different places and looked at paintings or pictures I find whether in a cafe in Istanbul, London, Tokyo or Beirut etc or as I found on this occasion in Brantford - they tell you so many stories.
Unfortunately apart from these pictures I found nothing interesting in this place, which is not as big as I have expected to be as in other parts of the world: maybe is 25 x 150 metres with all kind of made up stalls going in a massive circle.
On the positive side, everybody is extremely friendly and welcoming and what a pity I am so fussy about my food. There are pastries being sold here, breads, cooked and un-cooked meats, vegetables and lots of other small bits and pieces.
I did not find any flowers being sold though although nearby supermarkets...
Read moreI am always taken back at the variety, service and healthy, cultural foods available at the Brantford Farmers Market. This market is clean, bright and filled with passionate makers and creators ready to engage and share their stories. I have a few must visit on a regular basis, but they are all worth taking time to meet, greet and connect. If you love burritos and salsa, and the best darn guacamole you will ever indulge in, you have to visit Florcitas Latin Food. Hands down best guacamole. This location is open Friday and Saturday only, so plan your visit! Cheers, and have a...
Read moreThis is a good Farmer's Market but I've definitely been to better. The prices are all over the place and there is a lot of the same thing in terms of fresh produce but you almost have to go around and look at all the prices before you start buying. Everytime I've been, it's been kind of a chaotic, the parking lot is not awful and, add to that, the market has strange hours. It's more of a hassle than it is a pleasure--at least for me. I hate being in the city and this is in the heart of Brantford. The redeeming qualities are the local honey people and a few of the speciality vendors...
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