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Ontario farmer's markets
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Load your shopping cart with blueberries, spinach, broccoli and other superfoods, fresh from your local farmlands.
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By Vickie Reichardt
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Ottawa Farmers' Market
Photo by: Karin Mahoney
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In addition to the nation's capitol, the CN Tower and Niagara Falls, Ontario is home to dozens of farmer's markets just waiting to be discovered. Regional growers across the province provide a wealth of fresh produce, and just about any palate can be satisfied at one of these great summertime pit stops.
Ottawa Farmers' Market
www.ottawafarmersmarket.ca
Where: Located at 1015 Bank St., at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa
When: Sundays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., from May through October.
Why: The Ottawa market mandates that all produce must be grown by the vendor, which ensures the freshness and integrity of what's for sale -- you know you're getting local goods and supporting regional farmers.
What: About 60 vendors offer a cornucopia of fruits and vegetables, from berries and corn to squash and apples, in addition to meat (including elk and bison), cheese, baked goods, sauces, spreads and handmade furniture.
Hamilton Farmers' Market
www.myhamilton.ca
Where: 55 York Blvd., next to Copps Coliseum, in Hamilton
When: open all year; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7a.m. to 6 p.m.; Fridays 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Saturdays 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Why: Big, bustling and born in 1837, the Hamilton Farmers Market boasts more than 200 vendors, representing a variety of cultures (including Italian, German, Asian and Caribbean), indoors on two levels.
What: Just about everything your culinary heart desires can be found under one roof. Meat, fish and cheese are available alongside seasonal fruits and vegetables, nuts and flowers. The market also features a number of imported goods from across the globe.
St. Lawrence Market
www.stlawrencemarket.ca
Where: At the intersection of Front St. and Jarvis St. in Toronto
When: Open all year. Check website for hours.
Why: Named one of the best markets in the world by Food & Wine magazine, and made up of three historic buildings, this is a little bit of the country in the heart of a busy city.
What: Depending on your tastes, you can visit the South Market and its merchants, including butchers, fishmongers, bakers and dairy farmers. Or, drop into the North Market for fresh fruits and vegetables on Saturdays, and antiques on Sundays. The key to success at either location is to get there early.
Newmarket Main Street Farmers Market
www.newmarketfarmersmarket.com
Where: On Timothy Street, just east of Main Street, in historic Newmarket
When: Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., from May to October.
Why: This smaller market, with about 30 vendors, has a distinct community feel. Area farmers selling produce sit alongside community-service tents, and a master gardener is on hand to answer questions about planting and growing.
What: Seasonal items include honey, apples, maple syrup, plants and flowers.
Cambridge Farmers Market
www.city.cambridge.on.ca
Where: 40 Dickson St. at Ainslie Street in Cambridge
When: Open all year, Saturdays 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.; additional Wednesday hours (June to September only), 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Why: In 2001, Foodland Ontario named this 170-year-old local institution the best year-round farmer's market in the province. 35 to 45 vendors are on site, offering a wealth of gastronomical delights.
What: With a decidedly German flavour, the market features seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh meat and eggs, cheeses and baked goods.
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