Farmer’s Markets
Monday, July 14th, 2008
by Brenna Spurgeon
Farmer’s markets are a great way to learn about local food production, as well as providing an opportunity to meet the producers. Not only are you supporting your community, you are reducing the amount of miles the food travels to your table, thus a reduction in carbon emissions and a more sustainable supply chain.
There are many farmer’s markets in Houston, making buying locally easy even for those slow to get out on a Saturday morning. At least one market is open every day of the week.
Bayou City Farmer’s Market, Urban Harvest
3000 Richmond (between Kirby and Buffalo Spwy), located in the back parking lot. It’s not visible from Richmond; look for the cross street, Eastside.
Saturday, 8am - noon
Canino’s Produce
2520 Airline Dr.
Every day, 6am - 8:30pm
Green Market, Central City Co-Op
Andrea and Bill White Promenade of Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney Street
4-7:30pm Thursdays during Summer hours (March - September)
3-7pm Thursdays during Winter hours (October - February)
Houston Farmer’s Market - 2 days, 2 locations
Behind Onion Creek Coffee House, 3106 White Oak between Studewood and Heights Blvd.
Saturday, 8am - noon
Rice University: parking lot south of Rice Stadium, University Blvd near Montclair
Tuesday, 3:30-7pm
Midtown Houston Farmer’s Market
3701 Travis St, both inside and outside of t’afia restaurant
Saturday, 8am - noon