Market Friday Goes to the Marietta Square Famers Market

This past week was a little deary (as this weekend is looking, too), but some new artwork outside of the Marietta Square helped brighten everything up.  There are lots of little shops and restaurants all around the Square, so perhaps another day we can take a stroll through some of those together. ;)

I didn't take any pictures close up, but this Saturday was one of the times when they had the artist market in addition to the farmers market.  There are all kinds of different booths--woodwork, paintings, pottery, jewelry and plenty of other hand-made goodies.  I generally have to work on Saturdays, so my focus usually goes right to the produce.

Most of the farms are local Georgia farms, but there are a few others that resell from the surrounding states of either South Carolina or Florida.  I think I've mentioned before some of the fun in going is just grabbing what is in season and available and figuring out what I can make with it for the week!

Besides shopping for fresh produce, I will occasionally splurge on fresh-baked bread from a local bakery.  The German bakery, Bernhard's, uses organic flour and quality ingredients so I know it is the real deal.  You can taste the difference compared to the packaged junk from the store.  I really enjoy the sourdough for a switch from my normal sprouted grain bread.

Since one of my friends let me borrow his dehydrator to try out, I can't wait to grab a few things tomorrow to see how they come out!  The peaches were finally in last week, so perhaps some dried peaches may be on the docket for the weekend. :)

Thanks for checking out a little peak at my local market.  I look forward to seeing what goodies your local market has, as well...  Check out @dswigle's post to learn more about joining in for the day and to see where she's been shopping.  Have a great weekend everyone!

Thanks to my dear @dksart for my new @plantstoplanks banner :)