Portland Farmers Market - Kenton — Local services in Portland

This market hits several points for me. It's small, so you can get a good survey of what's available quickly before buying anything. There are several vegetable and fruit vendors, and they make up the majority. I think that's what farmer's market are for, and it's sad when they're super full of prepared foods and arts and crafts, which are nice and cool but I don't think should be the main focus. Surrounded by other good things to eat and drink. 4. Local. This market is 10 minutes by car or 20 by bike from where I live, which means I can easily stop by after work and shopping here can be as convenient as a grocery store. Schedule. Finally a midweek, evening farmer's market! So many markets are on weekends, which is great but I usually miss them because I go out of town a lot on weekends, or during regular business hours (what's up with 9am-12pm markets? Who even has time to go to them?). Thank you thank you for being in the evening!

Needless to say, I'll be frequenting...

The highlight of this farmers market is hands down Camellia Pistrina! Her all vegan pastries are incredible with unique flavors we've never had before. Such as Rose Genmaicha Tea Cake and Earl Grey Strawberry Shortbread Cookie! The flavors in them are deep and rich, whereas other desserts are simply sweet. Her pastries invoke a cottage house on a warm evening. She is so eloquent when speaking about her flavor combinations and the thought she puts into different tea cake recipes. Our favorite is the Desi Chai Tea Cake. A lot of her options are gluten free as well. Do not be intimidated from how elaborate the flavors sound, because we assure you that your tongue will find its appreciation to be simple. They're...

So I stumbled and fell and a vendor in the Guatemalan booth found three strapping lads to help me brace so I could stand up. Not pull me up, just provide support. That right there is what our neighborhood farmer market is all about, neighbors. Best farmer market in Portland. Not too big. Great parking. Restaurants nearby. Beautiful variety and selection. Double SNAP dollars. Great education programs for kids. Such an excellent...