Capital Harvest on The Plaza — Local services in Washington

While the USDA market by Smithsonian draws in all the tourist crowds, CHOP market is more diverse and nicely tucked away in the Reagan International Trade Center plaza right off the Federal Triangle stop.

The 20+ vendors has changed over the years with more ethnic cuisines - Moroccan, Ethiopian, Venezuelan arepas, Asian Bun'd Up and healthier options with VegHeaven and juice station Senzu. Let's not forget dessert with a slew of pastries, baked goods, lemonades, and ice cream concession stands. There's also a strong contender to Timber PIzza - Cipolla Rossa, will have to try it next time! You can pretty much find any type of cuisine here, nice to see new vendors popping up!

True to its name, the Senzu "Refresh" watermelon, mint, and lemon juice was indeed refreshing. The cold-pressed 10 ounce bottle for $5 was just the right amount and a great way to cool off in the scorching summer heat.

The fluffy and powdery chocolate eclair from VegHeaven hit the spot! If I hadn't already had lunch, I was very tempted to get the "vegan fried chicken burger". Next time!

The Oreo ice cream from Inside Scoop's large ice cream truck at the end was the perfect sweet ending to my meal. Had I not had to go back to work, I would have gotten a deliciously messy ice cream sandwich.

Excited to come back and try some of the...

Wow! So many options whether you want lunch, a tea, a dessert, veggies/fruits, or even organic lotion! The vendors are friendly and knowledgeable. Most take credit card. I expected the prices to be pretty high but they were actually standard. It’s a great way to support farmers and small businesses in the...

Happened to be at right place, right time! This market opens only on Wednesdays. Great food!!

I have tried fresh lemonade, really good! They squeeze a lemon in front of you, drop the halves...