LOCAL T R A & S R E FARM MARKETS Here’s a guide to help you make a fun-filled day of it as you navigate your way around the best NOLA has to offer — fresh, locally-sourced food, and some pretty cool arts and crafts, too.
Abita Springs Art and Farmers Market
Covington Farmers Markets
22049 Main St. 985.892.0711 townofabitasprings.com/farmers-market Sundays, 11am–3 pm
Covington City Hall, 609 N. Columbia St.; Saturdays, 8 am–noon
Locally grown produce, baked goods, meats, dairy, and more.
Arts Market of New Orleans Palmer Park 504.523.1465 artscouncilofneworleans.org Last Saturday of each month, 10 am–4 pm Featuring paintings, photography, jewelry, and more from the region’s best artisans. While you’re browsing, take a break and check out the live music by Louisiana musicians and delicious food made by local vendors.
Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire Ave.; Wednesdays, 10 am–2 pm 985.966.1786 / 985.630.1401 covingtonfarmersmarket.org Fruit and vegetables from local producers, and locally-produced eggs, milk, cheese, meat, poultry, and seafood. Prepared items include jam and jelly, juice and popsicles, Greek and Mediterranean food, authentic Mexican salsas and tamales, Italian food, bread, pastries, pies, candy, and more. The market offers a broad selection of live native, ornamental, and culinary plants.
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