Hidden Gems at Your Local Market 5

BY THERESA STODDARD

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Mid St8 Taco

West Shore Farmers Market, 900 Market St, Lemoyne, PA

Offering dry aged beef short rib barbacoa tacos and fresh corn tortillas, MidSt8 Taco’s tex-mex cuisine is hard to beat. Located at the West Shore Farmers Market, they’ve been serving-up some of the best tacos, quesadillas, empanadas, tamales, and nachos in the area. All ingredients are curated with fresh quality in mind, and they also honor the environment with green packaging. As they claim on their site, “It’s not just our salsa verde that’s green.”

MEZZOGIORNO

Central Market York, 34 W Philadelphia St, York, PA

Looking for Italian cuisine with local flair? Then look no further–although they’ve been in Central Market York for years, perhaps you’ve not made the trip to their stand. All ingredients are locally sourced with a modern spin that include fire grilled pizza, grilled paninis, baked lasagna, and more. If you’re planning a morning trip to market, they’ve also got you covered with breakfast casseroles, omelets, and sandwiches.

Ward Of Health

Broad Street Market Harrisburg, 1233 N 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA

Located at the Broad Street Market in Harrisburg, Ward of Health has become a pillar of wholesome, vegan delights for a healthy and green option. Using non-GMO and all natural ingredients, you can consume with a clean conscience and options include an assortment of crunchwraps, pasta bowls, soups, and salads. This vendor is the perfect find for lighter fare on a warm day.

CHRISTINA’S CRIOLLO

Lancaster Central Market, 23 N Market St, Lancaster, PA

Christina’s Criollo at Lancaster Central Market will spice-up your lunch with their authentic Puerto Rican cuisine. Using authentic spices and recipes, menu items include empanadas, pollo asado, baked plantain, and roasted pork. Lighter lunch options are available, which are a seasonal soup and side salads. Also featured (but rotating) are their famous cheesecakes, coconut cheesecake, and guava cheesecake. Don’t let this stop fall under your radar!

Weaving Roots Farm

Adams County Farmers Market, 545 Long Ln, Gettysburg, PA

Perhaps you’re searching for the right ingredients to make a fresh meal at home–if that’s the case, make your way to Weaving Roots Farm’s stand at the Adams County Farmers Market. Also known as a vegetable CSA, they have a vast array of produce, which of course varies based upon season. You can find rutabagas, heirloom tomatoes, green beans, carrots, beets, turnips, greens, and more. Beyond vegetables, they also harvest strawberries when in season.