Alhambra Farmers Market — Attraction in Alhambra

Bigger than i expected!!! My fiance and i have been meaning to check out the farmers market for over a year now, as it is within walking distance of our home. We finally had the opportunity this sunday and it did not disappoint. Its not one of those frilly farmers markets with all the bells and whistles to attract tourists. Rather this is the real deal, with a variety of local produce from mostly CA farmers. In fact, I didnt notice any from outside the state, farthest north i saw was a fresno farm vendor. The prices were competitive to the local ralphs and for that i would much rather buy straight from farmer. There are also a few vendors selling tempting succulents and seasonal flowers. If your hungry now, there are also a handful of vendors selling prepared foods and baked...

Every Sunday! Covid update: Vendors are distanced and there are parameters and restrictions set up at each individual booth to discourage crowding!

I miss the roasted corn and sweet potato vendor that used to be here. They sold some pretty refreshing agua fresca that were best for those hot summer days.

Prices are pretty reasonable and fair. Bought some persimmons here and it was cheaper than at Sprouts! Score!

There are flowers and plant vendors as well. One lady has orchids and a couple smaller houseplants. Another vendor has landscaping plants,...

.This is my favorite Farmer's Market because of the abundance of delicious "certfied organic" and vegetables grown using organic methods, i.e., integrated pest management. Right now--February- there are tons of brocoli, cabbage, cartots, coliflower, lettuce, as well as oranges, and many oriental vegetables, all wonderfully fresh. The vendors are proud of their produce, and eager to explain their growing methods. Also, about ten stands selling pupusas, hummos, olive oil, bread including whole wheat sourdough, roasted peanuts, honey,...