Natural Awakenings 2023 Farmers Market & Healthy Food Guide

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Nowthat farmers markets in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex are in full bloom, this is a time to reflect on the God-given riches that lay before us. While corporate agriculture provides a constant menu of everything all the time, the true cost of transporting food all over the world is showing its toxic effects, such as record heat waves and storms brought on by climate change.

How much better it is to find farm-fresh, often organically grown produce in its natural season of bounty and enjoy the natural, life-giving flavor and nutrition. This way we honor the farmers and sustain them as they practice their ancient tradition. Local sustainability such as this is really the backbone of civilization.

COLLIN COUNTY

CELINA’S FRIDAY NIGHT MARKET

The mission of Friday Night Market on the Square is to provide locally grown, fresh, high-quality produce products while giving local farmers, producers and artisans an economic outlet within Celina. Market is from 6 to 9 p.m. every first Friday (except July, which will be second Friday). These free markets offer a great way to get outside, shop local, eat delicious food and listen to live music. Over 60 vendors proudly promote their homemade, handmade and homegrown items. Support local and purchase unique handcrafted items, seasonal produce, artisanal pastries, fresh eggs and free-range meats. Downtown restaurants and local food trucks bring ready-to-eat meals while shopping. Live music is provided by local talent, with a new artist each month. Check the website for a calendar of events.

302 W. Walnut St., Celina 904-514-0273

LifeInCelinaTX.com/fnm

FARMERSVILLE FARMERS AND FLEA MARKET

This Main Street project is a combination farmers market and flea market, featuring fresh produce, plants, food, crafts, collectibles, jewelry and more every first Saturday of the month through October from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

151 S. Main St. - The Onion Shed, Farmersville 972-784-6846

FarmersvilleTX.com

FRISCO FRESH MARKET

Frisco Fresh Market brings nearly 100 local farmers, producers, artisans, chefs and craftsmen together in a spacious outdoor marketplace. Chef demos, live music and a rotating schedule of family-friendly events takes this market to the next level. The outdoor market is open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A diverse range of products, includes farm-fresh produce, artisanal goods, handmade crafts and more. Frisco Fresh Market is also pet-friendly!

9215 John West Elliot, Frisco 469-516-1285

FriscoFreshMarket.com

FRISCO ROTARY FARMERS MARKET

Browse an abundance of farm fresh produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, preserves, handcrafted items and more. Also check the calendar for special events and kids’ activities. Open every Saturday through October 26 from 8 a.m. to noon.

6048 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco 214-417-5049

FriscoFarmersmarket.net

GEORGIA’S FARMERS MARKET

A local family-owned produce market located in downtown Plano specializing in homegrown produce, locally made jams, salsa, candles and more. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

916 East 15th St., Plano 972-516-4765

Facebook.com/GeorgiasFarmersMarketPlano

GRANITE PARK BOARDWALK LOCAL MARKET

Come to the boardwalk to browse a selection of fresh produce, homemade goods and more. See revolving dates and time on the website. Red Tent Markets are more than just common farmers markets. The goal is to create a marketplace for small business owners to promote their homegrown or handmade products and offer a great shopping experience for patrons.

5880 Highway 121, Plano 972-965-1144

RedTentMarket.net

LOLA’S LOCAL MARKET

From fruits and veggies to jarred goods and firewood, this market carries a little of everything. Check Facebook for latest updates.

1771 Kever Main, Melissa 214-404-8353

Facebook.com/LolasLocalMarket

LUCAS FARMERS MARKET

Offering local and organic meat, honey and produce. Market vendors also offer baked goods, artisan and specialty foods, plants and flowers and more. Open every second and fourth Saturday from April though October, plus Lucas Country Christmas on December 2. Food and produce from more than 35 vendors and artisan offerings. Located next to City Hall at Lucas Community Park. The mission of the Lucas Farmers Market is to create a safe and pleasant social experience for our community and visitors by providing access to local farmers, food producers and artists. The Lucas Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to noon . The calendar for the 2023 season includes continuing with the second and fourth Saturday date selection. This comprises 13 standard markets plus a special Country Christmas Holiday Market.

665 Country Club Rd., Lucas

LucasFarmersMarket.com

LUCKY LAYLA FARMS

Lucky Layla Farms supports a healthy lifestyle by offering the community handcrafted yogurt with real fruit pulp, active probiotics and no additives or preservatives, and are low in sugar, sodium and cholesterol. At 200 calories or less per serving, these yogurts are the perfect meal replacement or snack for the entire family. The products are made from award-winning Guernsey and Jersey cows that are rBGH-free. Available at their farm store, in addition to multiple locations throughout Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex.

3721 N. Jupiter Rd., Plano 214-748-2912

LuckyLayla.com/index.php/contact

LUSCOMBE FARMS FARMERS MARKET

The Market at Luscombe Farm is held inside a 4,600-square-foot historic hay barn. Shop fresh vegetables and fruit, Texas-made products and more the second and fourth Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., May through September. Find on Facebook: The Market at Luscombe Farm.

8649 Luscombe Farm Dr., Anna 214-212-0814

LuscombeFarm.com

MCKINNEY’S FARMERS MARKET AT CHESTNUT SQUARE

Providing local and organic meat, dairy, honey, produce, baked goods, artisan and specialty foods, wine, plants and flowers, craft items., tamales, pastries, teas, ginger beer, jerky and more. every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon April through November 23 (except the Saturday after Thanksgiving). Another unique feature to the Chestnut Square Market is the wide selection of arts and crafts vendors who offer everything from locally made goat milk soap, walking sticks, jewelry, candles and more. Live music, face painting and pony rides are available every Saturday.

Farmers Market at Chestnut Square, 315 S. Chestnut St. 972-562-8790

ChestnutSquare.org/Farmers-Market

RAILCAR FARMERS MARKET OF VAN ALSTYNE

This farmers market features locally grown and produced food items. Weekly findings can include a variety of fresh produce, meats, seasonings, pasta sauces, soaps, salsa, caramels, jams, pickles and more. Hours of operation are 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays.

MAIN STREET AND EAST MARSHALL VAN ALSTYNE

(Central Social District, Van Alstyne, TX | Between True Value Hardware & Van Alstyne City Hall)

972-836-9044

SwellMarkets.com

WILLOW BEND FARMERS MARKET

Willow Bend Farmers Market provides small business owners and farmers an opportunity to promote their homegrown or handmade products. Here visitors can find an interesting selection of organic tomatoes, green beans, cucumbers and other veggies, in addition to honey, cookies, popcorn, jewelry and artisan handbags. This market is held Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

6121 West Park Blvd.

972-965-1144

TexasRealFood.com/willow-bendfarmers-market

DALLAS COUNTY

CARROLLTON FARMERS MARKET

More than 20 vendors sell local produce, meat, eggs, honey, bread, jam, pastries, pie cookies and candies. The public is welcome to browse the exciting selection every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

2722 North Josey Lane, Carrollton 972-884-0680

Facebook.com/CarrolltonFarmersMarket

COPPELL FARMERS MARKET

Products include candles, bakery items, dog biscuits, dairy, eggs, salmon, berries, honey, plants, flowers and more. All produce is grown within a 150-mile radius of Coppell. This weekly market runs rain or shine every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. Safety guidelines are in effect for visitors and vendors, see website for more information.

768 West Main St., Coppell

972-304-7043

CoppellFarmersMarket.org

COX FARMS MARKET

This fourth-generation, family-owned and operated grocery store provides all natural goods and seasonal produce from local farmers at a reasonable price. The market is open Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Duncanville - 1026 South Main St., Duncanville 972-283-8851

Dallas - 778 Fort Worth Avenue, Dallas 214-748-8851

Farmers Branch:13091 Bee Street, Farmers Branch CoxFarmsMarket.com

CRESCENT COURT FARMERS MARKET

Check out Crescent Court Farmers Market the first Saturday of every month, where you can find local produce, sweets, juices, candles, jewelry, woodwork and more. Explore the one-of-a-kind pop-up boutiques and food stands while enjoying music and seasonal pop ups. The market takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month.

500 Crescent Court, Dallas 972-884-0680

UptownDallas.net/event/Crescent-Court-Farmers-Market

DALLAS FARMERS MARKET

In the heart of downtown Dallas, the Dallas Farmers Market is cultivating a healthy lifestyle through The Market, a food hall with eateries and shops and The Shed, the farmers market in an open-air shed. The market is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with some shops opening earlier and staying open later. The Shed offers local produce and natural meat, honey and eggs directly from farms and ranchers, along with food artisans. The Shed is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Dallas Farmers Market, established in 1941, supports local agriculture within a 400-mile radius of Dallas, ensuring freshness and community support. With certifications and memberships, including being Go Texan Certified and a Certified Farmers Market,. It educates the community about living naturally and is home to locally-owned small businesses, making it a vibrant destination for all.

920 South Harwood, Dallas 214-664-9110

DallasFarmersMarket.org

EDEN’S ORGANIC GARDEN CENTER

Eden’s Organic Garden Center, established in 2006, is the first and only all organically and locally raised farmer direct market. A range of fresh organic produce is available. The market is open April through December from 9 a.m. to noon on the first, third and fifth Saturdays (December only the fifth Saturday). They prioritize using non-certified and old-fashioned organic practices. GMO-free products are offered and farm visits are available by appointment. The center provides a range of organic gardening supplies, including seed potatoes, onion slips, liquid seaweed, fish and seaweed spray, compost tea and more. They carry locally made organic soil amendments and offer guidance on their usage.

4710 Pioneer Rd., Balch Springs

214-348-3336

EdensOrganicGardenCenter.com

FOUR SEASONS MARKETS

Established to develop a European style, the market provides a place for ranchers, farmers, specialty food produces and craftsmen to interact with consumers in a family-friendly atmosphere. The outdoor markets average 35 vendors and are held weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday throughout North Texas. Check the website for rotating location and time. Since 2009, they have organized and backed more than 60 public and private markets, fostering partnerships with commercial real estate companies and incubating more than 1,200 small businesses.

Headquarters: Four Seasons Markets, LLC, 2450 Lakeside Pkwy., 150-36, Flower Mound

Various locations

972-884-0680

GRAND PRAIRIE FARMERS MARKET

Grand Prairie Farmers Market at Market Square is open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays from April through mid-December. The market features locally grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, tamales, salsas, dips, relishes, farm-fresh eggs, local honey, plants, soaps, candles and more. In addition, the market is home to a variety of special events throughout the year, such as the annual Crawfish Boil and Hatch Chile Fest. Visitors can vote for the Grand Prairie Farmers Market in the Dallas Kids Out And About Top Best Places to Take Kids Survey.

120 West Main St., Grand Prairie 972-237-4599

GrandFunGP.com/FarmersMarket

LAKEWOOD VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET

Shop local produce, honey, eggs, meats, baked goods and breads, plant starts, homemade soaps and beauty products, tamales, pickles, jams, specialty foods and handmade artisan goods. All products sourced within a 150-mile radius of Dallas. Hours are Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through August 15. Good Local Markets hosts markets with a wide range of local products from within a 150-mile radius of Dallas.

OFFICE: 9543 Losa Drive, Dallas

Saturday: 1450 Old Gate Lane, Dallas Sunday:6434 E. Mockingbird at Abrams, Dallas GoodLocalMarkets.org

RED TENT FARMERS MARKET

Red Tent Markets’ goal is to provide a marketplace for small business owners and farmers to promote their homegrown or handmade products. Check website for rotating hours and locations.

3700 Legacy Dr., Unit 21103, Frisco 972-965-1144

RedTentMarket.net/events

ROSEMEADE MARKET AND GREENHOUSE

This market and greenhouse is stocked with a variety of plants, seasonal fruits, local meals, dairy, vegetable and natural and organic foods. Their plant farm now consists of nearly 130 greenhouses and covers nearly 30 acres, growing high-quality bedding plants. The market is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

3646 E. Rosemeade Pkwy., Dallas 972-306-2899

RosemeadeMarket.com

SAINT MICHAEL’S FARMERS MARKET

Farmers and growers practice natural, sustainable and organic techniques, and all products come from a 150mile radius of Dallas County. Special items include baked goods, cheeses, tamales, meats and pastas. Open every Saturday 8 a.m. through noon in the west lot.

Saint Michaels and All Angels Episcopal Church

4344 Colgate, Dallas

FarmersMarket@SaintMichael.org

SaintMichaelsMarket.com

WHITE ROCK MARKET

Shop local produce, honey, eggs, meats, baked goods and breads, plant starts, homemade soaps and beauty products, tamales, pickles and more. All products sourced within a 150-mile radius of Dallas. Saturdays March through December 18, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

9150 Garland Rd., Dallas

469-850-2426

GoodLocalMarket.org

DENTON COUNTY

DENTON COMMUNITY MARKET

The Denton Community Market is a nonprofit producer-only farmer’s and art market founded in 2009 that offers locally produced items from within a 100-mile radius of Denton. The market features produce, meats, dairy products, honey, eggs, art products and a variety of handmade items. Kids’ activities, live music and special events are curtailed in 2020 until further notice. Open from April to November every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

317 West Mulberry St., Denton 940-268-4326

DentonMarket.org

LAKE DALLAS FARMERS MARKET

Visit Lake Dallas Farmers Market to find an abundance of fresh produce, locally made crafts and fresh-made food, and support local farmers and artisans. The market will take place every from May 7 to November 19, Saturday from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. through October.

Lake Dallas City Hall, 212 Main St., Lake Dallas 940-497-2226

LakeDallas.com/456/Farmers-Market

WILBARGER COUNTY

VERNON FARMERS MARKET

It is formed to provide healthy, fresh foods and horticultural products to Wilbarger County and surrounding areas, and to encourage commerce, entertainment and trade downtown.

Pease and Main, Vernon 940-224-8506

VernonFarmersMarket@yahoo.com

VernonFarmersMarke.com

ELLIS COUNTY

BLUEBONNET MARKET

Formerly Ennis Farmers Market since 2014, it welcomes 500-plus patrons on Saturday that browse 25 vendors providing a wide selection of fruits, vegetables, honey, meat, nuts, cottage and prepared food and crafts. Special events and cooking demos are scheduled throughout the season. Open every Saturday through October from 8 a.m. to noon.

100 North Dallas St., Ennis 972-878-4748

Ennistx.com/Choose-Ennis/Farmers-Market

WAXAHACHIE DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET

This bustling market has locally grown produce, plants, spices, eggs, jams and jellies, jewelry, pottery, clothing and other foods and décor items. The market is open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October.

701 Howard Rd., Waxahachie 469-309-4111

Tinyurl.com/WaxahachieMarket

GRAYSON COUNTY

DOWNTOWN DENISON FARMERS MARKET

This market is open to locally produced, handcrafted items, plants and flowers, and traditional produce. Products available include fruits, vegetables, trees, flowers, nuts, breads, cakes, pickles, jams, jellies, spices and much more. Hours are Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.

701 W. Main St., Denison, Gateway Village at the intersection of Highway 75 and FM 691

469-712-9122

DowntownDenisonFarmersMarket.com

JOHNSON COUNTY

BURLESON FARMERS MARKET

The market’s goal is to provide visitors with the freshest, highest-quality local fruits, vegetables, breads, meats and other products. Offerings include fresh produce, natural chicken and beef, fresh salsa, jewelry, crafts, essential oils and more. Open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The market has expanded to the Mayor Vera Calvin Plaza located in Old Town Burleson and now its a beautiful place to shop with the whole family.

141 West Renfro St., Burleson 817-233-6188

BurlesonFarmersMarket.com

DOWNTOWN CLEBURNE FARMERS MARKET

Downtown Cleburne Farmers Market is excited to provide the people in or near Cleburne with an accessible place to shop local. Open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday from April to October. Special holiday markets in November and December. Multiple vendors of farm-fresh produce selections and meat, fresh-baked sourdough bread, sweets, baked treats, beef jerky, salsa, sauces, snacks and more. Arts and crafts also available.

302 S. Main St., Cleburne 817-783-3588

DowntownCleburneFarmersMarket.com

KAUFMAN COUNTY

HAM ORCHARDS

Established in 1979, Ham Orchards began with 50 peach trees and now covers 100 acres with 10,000 peach trees. Picked peaches, cider made with fresh fruits and homemade pies are available to take home. Visitors can also try the market’s award-winning softserve ice cream made with their own peaches and strawberries. Mid-May through mid-August, hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. They have a farm market store, bakery and public blackberry patches.

11939 CR 309, Terrell 972-524-2028

HamOrchard.com

WICHITA COUNTY

WICHITA FALLS FARMERS MARKET

The market provides healthy, fresh produce, non-commercial foods and artisan wares to the residents and visitors of the community to support both small and large farmers. It will encourage commerce, entertainment and trade downtown and help display the city’s history, uniqueness, charm and potential.

807 Austin St. Wichita Falls

940-263-0231

farmersmarketwfcoordinator@gmail.com

FarmersMarketWichitaFalls.com

NAVARRO COUNTY

NAVARRO COUNTY FARMERS MARKET

Visit Navarro Country Farmers Market and find a selection of local vegetables, fruits, fresh yard eggs, honey, jams, jellies, herbs and much more. Open every Saturday through August from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. 408 E 6th Ave., Corsicana 903-641-8878

Facebook.com/NavarroCountyFarmersMarket

ROCKWALL COUNTY

ROCKWALL FARMERS MARKET

Since 2008, this market has provided fresh produce and specialty foods such as grass-fed meats, fresh-baked artisan breads, farm eggs, seafood, honey, jams, pasta, tamales and more to the community. Local talent plays live music every week. The seasonal market is open Saturdays through September from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. COVID Guidelines can be viewed on their website. It is a popular Saturday morning destination in downtown Rockwall. With over 30 vendors, it offers a wide range of fresh produce, specialty foods, grass-fed meats, baked goods, and more. The market features live music and aims to connect farmers with consumers, providing high-quality agricultural goods and gourmet artisan foods in a safe and enjoyable environment.

Downtown Square, 101 Rusk St., Rockwall 214-543-4066

RFM@rockwall.com

RockwallFarmersMarket.org

TARRANT COUNTY

BEDFORD FARMERS MARKET

This family-owned business carries fresh produce, tamales, local honey, grass-fed beef, fresh salsa, hormone-free chicken and more. Hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.

2824 Brown Trail, Bedford

817-358-9510

Bedfordfarmersmkt@gmail.com

Facebook.com/bfmkt

LAKE WORTH FARMERS MARKET

A marketplace with fresh produce, artisan vendors, doers and dreamers. Open every first and third Saturday 8 a.m. to noon. Provides the freshest, highest-quality fruits, vegetables, breads, meats and other products.

7005 Charbonneau Rd, Lake Worth, TX 76135 682-226-9692

Info@LakeWorthMarket.com

LakeWorthMarket.com

CLEAR FORK FARMERS MARKET

The Clearfork Farmers Market features more than 25 local farmer, rancher and artisan vendors every Saturday year-round at The Trailhead in the Clearfork development. . The market is committed to providing fresh, high-quality and locally grown products to the Fort Worth community from 8 a.m. to noon. Leashed dogs are welcome, and the market also features live music.

4801 Edwards Ranch Rd., Fort Worth 817-731-7396

Team@clearfork1848.com

FarmersMarket1848.com

COWTOWN FARMERS MARKET

This market has been around for more than 30 years and is a member of Go Texan and North Texas Farmers Market Association. Fruits, vegetables, microgreens, grass-fed meats, cheese, flowers, herbs, artisan baked goods, tamales, and bath and body products are available for purchase. Open year-round on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.

3821 Southwest Blvd., Fort Worth (Veterans Park Grand Pavilion, 8901 Clifford St., White Settlement CowtownFarmersMarket@gmail.com CowtownMarket.com

MANSFIELD FARMERS MARKET

In operation since 2004 with local and organic produce, locally raised meats, award-winning artisan crafts, handmade breads and baked goods, farm-fresh eggs, handmade soaps, jams and jellies, allergy-free food choices, hand-poured candles, Texas-raised herbs, flowers, plants, livemusic and much more!

703 E Broad St, Mansfield rwenger@prodigy.net 817-501-6027 MansfieldTXFarmersMarket.com

ELIZABETH ANNA’S LOCAL MARKET

The philosophy at this market is local food, inspiring others to plant, being organic, educating, working with nature, and building community. Offering organic produce and a beautiful variety of flowers. Open Thursday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Modern farming practices focused solely on high yields have neglected the health of the land. Regenerative agriculture uses organic fertilization methods like manure, cover crops, and crop rotation has led to the excessive use of synthetic fertilizers.

2825 8th Ave., Fort Worth 817-922-0930

ElizabethAnna.net

GRAPEVINE FARMERS MARKET

This market in the heart of downtown Grapevine sells pickles, gluten-free pastries, goat milk, bath and body products, organic cotton, honey, olive oils and vinegars, tamales, beef jerky, nuts, cheeses, free-range chicken and other natural meats. The indoor market is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

520 S. Main St., #203, Grapevine 817-527-7446

fmgvine@gmail.com

FarmersMarketOfGrapevine.com

KELLER FARMERS MARKET

The market has fresh produce, meats, salsas, live music, chef demonstrations, health presentations, pet products, crafts and more. All vendors sell Texas-made products and original art pieces every Saturday through October from 8 a.m. to noon in Bear Creek Park. It features live music, chef demonstrations, and wellness presentation.

400 Bear Creek Pkwy., Keller 682-593-3931

Lovemykfm@gmail.com

KellerFarmersMarket.com

MIDCITIES COMMUNITY MARKET

Midcities Market is an outdoor market where local producers, artisans and food vendors come to sell their local products to the community. Market is Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

209 Harwood Dr., Bedford, TX

MidcitiesCommunityMarket@gmail.com

Facebook.com/MidcitiesFarmersMarket

NORTH RICHLAND HILLS FARMERS MARKET

For more than 10 years, this market has been carrying local products that support Texas farmers. Items for sale include produce, canned goods, candy, nuts, pottery and plants. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

7700 Davis Blvd., North Richland Hills

817-428-7075

NRHFarmersMarket.com

RIDGMAR FARMERS MARKET

This is a year-round indoor market that carries fruit, vegetables, jams, peanuts, flowers and plants. Hours of operation are Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

900 Alta Mere Dr., Fort Worth

817-246-7525

FarmersMarketOnline.com/fmRidgmar FarmersMarket.html

SAGINAW FARMERS MARKET

The goal of Saginaw Farmers Market is to provide the community fresh, local fruits, vegetables, breads, meats and more. The market strives to have as much of its offerings come from local producers as possible. Hours of operation are every second and fourth Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Farmer’s Market Online allows small-scale and home-based entrepreneurs to sell their homemade, home grown and self-produced products to shoppers worldwide. Our Booth fees are kept minimal to encourage max

imum participation.

752 S. Knowles Dr., Saginaw

817-847-4554

Manager@FarmersMarketOnline.com

SaginawMarket.org

WATAUGA FARMERS MARKET

Visitors to Watauga Farmers Market will encounter a wide array of local farmers, ranchers and artisans. Each market features around 35 vendors. Hours are Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Watauga Pavilion.

7600 Denton Hwy., Watauga

2450 Lakeside Pkwy, 150-36, Flower Mound

972-884-0680

FourSeasonsMarkets.com/?sct=Locations

Seasonal Produce Guide

Winter

Honeydew

Beets

Broccoli

Cabbage

Cauliflower

Greens

Spinach

Sweet Potatoes

Turnips

Tomatoes

Cilantro

Parsley

Spring

Blackberries

Grapefruit

Broccoli

Beets

Cabbage

Cauliflower

Carrots

Greens

Spinach

Potatoes

Sweet Potatoes

Turnips

Tomatoes

Cilantro

SATURDAYS

8am-Noon

April - October

2023

Fall Summer

Blackberries

Blueberries

Strawberries

Honeydew

Peaches • Pears

Plums • Melons

Carrots • Beets

Corn

Cucumbers

Figs • Greens

Onion

Peppers

Potatoes

Squash

Sweet Potatoes

Turnips

Tomatoes

Herbs • Parsley

Apples

Grapefruit

Honeydew

Pears • Peanuts

Pumpkin

Beets • Corn

Cucumbers

Greens

Onion

Peppers

Potatoes

Sweet Potatoes

Squash

Spinach

Turnips

Tomatoes

FARMS and CSAS (Community Supported Agriculture)

413 FARM

413 Farm produces pasture-raised pork, sausage, bacon, bratwurst, whole chicken, chicken wings, angus beef, beef sausage, eggs, raw milk cheese and more. They ship their local product in both Oklahoma and Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. Their products can also be found at the Dallas Farmers Market.

Facebook.com/413Farm413Farm.com

ASHLEY’S FARM FRESH

Ashley’s Farm Fresh items include sourdough soft pretzels, Guinness beef stew, Japanese curry, gyozas, wontons, spring rolls and more for pickup or delivery. The products are also available at the Dallas Farmers Market and others. They focus on locally sourced, organic and sustainably grown produce, grass-fed and pasture-raised meats, fresh seafood and responsibly sourced food products.

Van Alstyne

214-548-7926

Ashleys-Farm-Fresh-Kitchen.square.site

ASTERI ACRES

This is a certified naturally-grown suburban micro-farm that grows flowers, herbs, specialty vegetables, fruits and free-range chicken eggs. Earthworms and seeds are also available for purchase. The farm is committed to nurturing their soil and practicing permaculture principles. Asteri Acres can sometimes be found at Dallas Farmers Market, or customers can contact them for CSA or pickup details.

Asteriagency11@gmail.com

Facebook.com/AsteriAcres/

BARKING CAT FARM

This small acreage specialty farm founded in 2014 focuses on growing high-quality crops in an organic and sustainable manner. They are committed to improving soil biology by applying compost and compost teas, and the main farm is being converted to a whole-farm permaculture system. Volunteer and CSA opportunities available. Email for more information.

201 E. Rabbit Cove Rd,. West Tawakoni

Info@BarkingCatFarm.com

BarkingCatFarm.com

BERKSHIRE FARMS

Berkshire Farms produces a range of local, free-range, organic pork products, including bacon, bratwurst, breakfast sausage, boudin, various cuts and whole hog. Contact them via phone or their Facebook to learn more or find their products at the Dallas Farmers Market.

214-469-6148

Facebook.com/BerkshireFarmsDallas

BOIS D’ARC MEAT COMPANY

This farm, owned and operated by the Locke family for the last 150 years in the tiny community of Allens Chapel, consists of cattle, heritage pigs, chickens for eggs and meat, and turkeys for the holidays. All of our animals are 100 percent non-GMO and no herbicides, pesticides or chemicals of any kind are applied to the land. Because cattle are herbivores, our herd eats only grass and hay until they are ready to be processed and pigs, chickens and turkeys are also raised entirely on pasture, See website for prices and availability.

617-314-1349

13849 E. FM-1396, Windom Facebook.com/BoisDarcMeatCo

BONTON FARMS

This urban farm was created to supply local and organic produce to restore health, provide employment and ignite hope in South Dallas. The garden carries a range of produce including tomatoes and collards. Raw and natural honey, free range chicken eggs and more can also be found on the farm. Products are offered at farmers markets and at the farm itself. Volunteer opportunities are available.

972-982-2245

6915 Bexar St., Dallas BontonFarms.com

BUCK CREEK

Buck Creek Meats is a family-owned farm in Paducah providing 100 percent Texas grass-fed and grass-finished beef, lamb, pastured pork and free-range chicken. They prioritize sustainable and organic practices, avoiding vaccines, hormones, antibiotics, pesticides and GMOs. Customers can order through monthly meat boxes, by-the-cut options, or purchase quarters, halves or whole animals. They ship throughout Texas and nationwide, providing a convenient and reliable source of high-quality, additive-free meats.

806-683-2590

Info@BuckCreek.com BuckCreek.com

CARTERMERE FARMS

Cartermere Farms is dedicated to the production of natural, organic, non-GMO eggs, chicken, lamb, beef, honey, seasonal vegetables and herbs, utilizing no pesticides, herbicides, chemical fertilizers or any other non-organic crop management practices. Call or see the website for pickup information.

833-327-6344

8436 CR 134, Celina CartermereFarms.com

CEDAR RIDGE EGG FARM

This family-owned, veteran-run farm features freerange eggs from Lomann, Bovan and Hi-Line brown hens. They are able to roam freely outdoors and forage, and are kept inside at night for safety from predators. Visits are by appointment, or people can find their product at local farmers markets like the Dallas Farmers Market. Available for sale to individuals and wholesalers.

903-440-0607

12575 Farm Rd. 269 S, Pickton

cedarridgeeggfarmllc@gmail.com

CedarRidgeEggs.com

CIRCLE N FAMILY DAIRY

Since 1967, Circle N Family Dairy has been providing local, raw milk to the community. Other products include raw Greek yogurt, fresh ice cream, Wisconsin cheese, free-range eggs and pasture-raised beef and pork. Visitors can schedule tours to witness their happy and productive herd, and the dairy is open seven days a week, accepting cash or check payments.

940-372-0343

2074 CR 446, Gainesville CircleNDairy.com

COLD SPRINGS FARM AND CSA

This farm provides quality heirloom, rare and commercially extinct fruits, and veggies using organic and sustainable production practices. Products only available with CSA membership, no visitors allowed on the grounds.

817- 555-1212

1504 Cold Springs Rd., Weatherford

ColdSpringsFarmCSA@me.com

ColdSpringsFarmCSA.com

COMEBACK CREEK FARM

Family-owned and operated, Comeback Creek Farm is located 100 miles east of Dallas. They raise from seed all the plants they grow, many of which are specialty heirloom or hybrid varieties. They supply a handful of select restaurants in the Dallas area with their high-quality, organically-grown vegetables and sell to the public through their CSA. Learn more via email, phone, or their website.

903-767-6855

CR 2119, Pittsburg

ComebackCreek@gmail.com

ComebackCreek.com

D-BAR FARMS

Since 2005, this farm has been providing sustainable and locallygrown produce to residents, restaurants, and chefs across the metroplex seeking locally grown products. The farm produces hydroponic lettuce, kale, watermelon radishes, spinach, beets, collard greens, Swiss chard, broccoli, Napa cabbage, bok choy, cucumbers and more. Check with the farmers to see what is in season and where their products are available for purchase. Contact via website.

940-367-0018

info@dbarfarm.com

DBarFarm.com/contact

DEEP ROOTS CSA

This CSA provides customers with produce from Chandler Family Farm and Highway 19 Produce and Berries, both of which use organic methods free from pesticides and genetically modified seeds. Choose from one of the many pickup locations on their website. Call, text or email for more information.

903-910-5663

18151 E. Hwy. 175, Mabank

DeepRootsFarmers@gmail.com

DeepRootsCSA.net

EDEN’S GARDEN CSA FARM

This farm has provided non-GMO and non-certified/traditional organic produce that is grown without synthetic pesticides/herbicides or fertilizers to the community for more than 10 years. 100 percent of yearly CSA membership fees go directly to support the farm. Members have an opportunity to visit and pick produce. Work share opportunities are available. Visits are by appointment only.

214-348-3336

4710 Pioneer Rd., Balch Springs EdensOrganicGardenCenter.com

ELIZABETH ANNA FARM & GARDEN MARKET

This city farm provides flowers, Texas native plants, herbs, fruit and veggie plants, organic and heirloom seeds, organic fertilizers, green cleaning products, specialty food items and more. Consumers also have the opportunity to join their CSA or choose from a range of classes related to farming. They offer shares of their and their partners’ harvests to the public. Hours of operation are Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m-5 p.m. CSA pickup is on Fridays noon to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2825 8th Ave., Fort Worth

817-922-0930

ElizabethAnna.net

EVERBLOOM FIELDS

Everbloom Fields is an urban flower farm located in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area that grows an impressive variety of local and sustainable heirloom and native flowers. Pickup every Saturday. Check the website for more information. . Sarah Jo, the primary farmer, collaborates with local designers to create magical floral arrangements. Her work has been featured in art events, fundraisers and publications.

EverbloomFields.com

FISHER FAMILY FARM

Fisher Family Farm and Ranch is a family-owned farm in East Texas. They grow a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, pasture raised beef and offer a CSA. Small, medium and large fruit and/or vegetable boxes are available and delivered right to the client’s door whether a single box or a subscription. Get custom-packaged Black Angus beef delivered to your door.

903-275-1811

1101 Vz CR 1129, Fruitvale Info@FisherFarmAndRanch.com FisherFarmAndRanch.com

FOUND PENNY FARM

Found Penny Farm specializes in 100 percent organic homemade bread. They bake their whole wheat and sprouted grain loaves with fresh, home ground wheat for the freshest, most wholesome ingredients. Available at a variety of farmers markets around town or online ordering is available year round. To learn more, visit the website.

469-396-7267

5915 CR 4710, Commerce FoundPennyFarm.com

FULL EXPRESSION

FARM

Full Expression Farm currently raises 100 percent grass-fed beef, 100 percent grass-fed lamb, free-range pastured laying hens and native pecans on 250 rolling acres. They practice local, sustainable and organic principles to create a happy healthy environment on their farm.

3733 CR 4640, Leonard Carolyn.Barth@FullExpressionFarm.com FullExpressionFarm.com

GILBERT-PRUETT LOCAL FAMILY FARMS

This farm grows a range of fruits and vegetables available at farmers markets across the metroplex. Call or visit their Facebook for more information.

214-282-2003

Fm 1377, Princeton Facebook.com/LocalFamilyFarms

GOOD EARTH ORGANIC FARM

Since 1984, this family farm has served consumers throughout Dallas and North Texas. The farm provides organic produce, grass-fed pasture-raised lamb, grassfed beef, organic strawberries and more. All plants, pastures and livestock are not treated with pesticides, herbicides or other toxic chemicals. Open for visitors by appointment only. Contact the farm for more information about their CSA. The farm supports local producers by stocking products made by local individuals in their farm store.

903-496-2070

8571 FM 272, Celeste

Mail@GoodEarthOrganicFarm.com

GoodEarthOrganicFarm.com

GREEN FAMILY FARM

This family farm grows and raises their food on pasture with non-medicated, non-GMO and non-soy feed. They do not use any chemical herbicides or pesticides. Items available include eggs, chicken, lamb, beef, herbs, compost, seasonal fruits and vegetables, vanilla extract, soap, flowers, and cakes. Products are available for pick-up directly from the farm or at one of their meet-up locations. Internship opportunities available for people wanting to learn more about organic farming. Email for more information.

214-226-0466

6266 CR 4708, Commerce

Sandra_Green@SBCGlobal.net

GreenFamFarm.Blogspot.com

HENRIETTA CREEK ORCHARD

This family-owned orchard has pick-your-own apples in six varieties. The orchard has over 500 hybrid dwarf apple trees and around 200 peach trees. The locale also teaches visitors about bees, pollination/ pollinators, honey extraction, planting, gardening, composting, earthworms, colored cotton, butterflies, insects, herbs and more. Saving bees and promoting awareness and education are at the top of their list. Call for more information.

817-266-9319

14255 Old Denton Rd., Roanoke ss.apple@juno.com

Facebook.com/HenriettaCreekAppleOrchard

LATTE DA DAIRY

Latte Da Dairy is a five-plus-acre family farm that raises purebred Nubian and Lamancha dairy goats to make Grade A milk, which is then used to make artisanal goat cheese. All operations are sustainable and nearly organic, and all milk is pure and unadulterated. The artisanal goat cheese is sold at markets throughout Dallas. Call or browse the website to learn more. They also prioritize disease testing and employ Livestock Protection Dogs for goat protection.

817-490-5004 | 817-832-8686

1304 Bridle Bit Rd., Flower Mound LatteDaDairy@gmail.com LatteDaDairy.com

LUSCOMBE FARM

Luscombe Farm was established in 1913. The farm’s Texas award-winning Jalapeno Jelly recipe has been passed down for generations and was once only made for friends and family. Order handcrafted jellies, jams, specialty and seasonal products online or visit the farm.

214-212-0814

8649 Luscombe Farm Dr., Anna LuscombeFarm.com

MICROGREENS, LLC

Microgreens is a local, family-owned vertical farm in Highland Village. All microgreens are grown without fertilizers, pesticides, soil or animal byproducts. The growing system utilizes state-of-the-art LEDs, 100 percent certified food-safe plastic growing trays, organic coco fiber substrata, pure H2O filtered three times and fully sourced, fully traceable non-GMO seeds. Contact via Facebook or phone to learn more.

214-404-4443

Facebook.com/LiveMicrogreens MicrogreensLLC.com

N & P FARM & DAIRY, LLC

A Texas licensed Grade A Raw Milk dairy providing raw cow milk, raw goat milk, kiefer, homemade chocolate milk, craft raw chocolate, coffee sauces, coffee milk and buttermilk, as well as cage-free eggs, pastured chicken and seasonal vegetables. Customers can taste milk before buying. Follow product availability and farm happenings on their Facebook page. They also raise Berkshire pork, beef cows, and cultivate a diverse range of organic produce in their garden. The farm is known for its animal-friendly approach.

972-658-0291

713 CR 610, Farmersville NandPDairy.com

PACA D’LITES ALPACA RANCH

This ranch is home to alpacas, chickens, ducks, a horse and a livestock guardian dog. Chickens and ducks are fed non-GMO and non-soy feed, and all animals have four acres of pasture to graze on. There have been no pesticides used on the property since 2001, and only organic material has been used to fertilize and for weed management. Chicken and duck eggs are available.

214-814-0642

Facebook.com/PacaDLites

PAUL QUINN COLLEGE FARM

In 2010 this college turned its football field into a farm. The two-acre organic farm grows a range of fruits and vegetables and is a learning tool for students and the public. 15 percent of the produce is donated. Visit their Facebook for farming tips, recipes and events.

214-379-5457

3837 Simpson Stuart Rd., Dallas Facebook.com/WEOverMeFarmPQC.edu/weover-me-farm

PURE LAND FARM

Pure Land Farm occupies 28 acres in McKinney. The farm uses no chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers or other additives on produce. Offerings include carrots, beets, kale, onion, garlic, blackberries, peppers, tomatoes, cantaloupes and a range of herbs. Pop-up food shares are offered when available, and include six to eight freshly picked crops. Pick-your-own fruits, berries and veggie opportunities available.

7505 CR 201, McKinney Megan@PureLandOrganic.com PureLandOrganic.com

QUARRY FLOWER FARM

This farm grows specialty cut flowers for farmers markets, florists, events and they even offer farm visits for pick-your-own bouquets. Flowers include celosia, irises, dahlias, sunflowers, garden roses, amaranthus, poppies, vitex and much more. By appointment only unless announced.

214-534-7525

6474 CR 127, Celina QuarryFlowerFarm.vpweb.com

RED MOON FARM

Red Moon Farm’s 38 acres runs on a passion for sustainable agriculture. With combined 15 years of organic farming experience, their mission is to provide Dallas and surrounding areas with safe, clean, chemical-free food through their CSA and via local farmers markets. CSA members receive a box of fresh, seasonal vegetables with optional add-ons of farm eggs, grass-fed beef, coffee, soap and more. Farm visits by appointment only.

903-502-4333

1484 Vz CR 1505, Van Jessica@RedMoonFarmTx.com RedMoonFarmTx.com

STORM FARMS

A visit to the family-owned Storm Farm consists of walking through strawberry fields and choosing produce. Visitors are provided with a container to take home and strawberries can be picked fresh off the vine. No pesticides are used. Strawberries, strawberry jam, ice cream, salsa, and honey available for purchase on their website, along with special events.

817-602-0668

3010 S. Bowen Rd., Arlington Storm.Farm

TEXAS FUNGUS

Texas Fungus features a range of locally grown and foraged mushrooms, including oyster mushrooms, lions mane and coral tooth, among others. They also have tinctures, grow kits and subscription plans.

903-249-3224

3201 E. Pioneer Pkwy., Ste. 9 , Arlington Facebook.com/TexasFungus TexasFungus.com

TEXAS WORM RANCH

This ranch sells worm castings, worm wine and red wigglers. Vermicomposting is easy and the benefits include reduced local waste stream, healthy soil for nutritious and organic produce, beautiful landscapes and gardens, and encouragement of sustainable/organic agriculture. Two-day clinics are available for those new to vermicomposting. Preferred contact method is email.

10120 Cayuga Dr., #108, Dallas

txwormranch@gmail.com

TxWormRanch.com

VILLAGE FARMS

Village Farms is a vertically integrated supplier of high-value plant-based consumer packaged goods, with a focus on fresh produce. They are a leading supplier of fresh produce to grocery and large-format retailers in the US and Canada. Their subsidiary, Pure Sunfarms, is a major cannabis producer in Canada. They also own Balanced Health Botanicals, a prominent CBD brand in the U.S. Village Farms aims to deliver high-quality food products, be a trusted partner to customers, and enhance shareholder value through growth and execution. The produce is Texas-grown and GMO-free; and the cutting-edge, environmentally friendly and highly sustainable greenhouse farming enables them to grow more food naturally 365 days a year.

877-777-7718

Village Farms International, 90 Colonial Center Parkway, Lake Mary, Florida

407-936-1190

VillageFarms.com

WALNUT CREEK FARM

Walnut Creek Farm is a family-owned business with 50 acres of land and six greenhouses that provides all-natural produce, beans, beef and poultry from the Dallas/ Fort Worth area. They specialize in aquaponics and grow a variety of produce, including greens, berries, tomatoes, squash, and peppers. They also have a peach orchard, almond trees, and cultivate row crops such as melons, squashes, radishes, carrots, onions and potatoes. Visits to Walnut Creek Farm by appointment only Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Other times by appointment only.

817-783-3588 | 817-783-7864

6521 Asher Rd., Alvarado

WalnutCreekFarmTexas.com

GARDEN CENTER and NURSERIES

BLOOMING COLORS NURSERY

Blooming Colors Nursery & Landscaping has been serving Grapevine and surrounding areas for more than 20 years. The 7,000-square-foot nursery stocks a variety of flowers and plants, trees and shrubs, outdoor accessories and unique gifts. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

2221 Ira East Woods Ave., Grapevine

817-416-6669

BloomingColorsNursery.com

BRUMLEY GARDENS

For nearly 30 years, Brumley Gardens has provided clients in the Lake Highlands area with a range of plants including annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, vegetables, herbs, bulbs, house plants and more. The garden also has an extensive variety of organic products. Summer hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. To 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

10540 Church Rd., Dallas

214-343-4900

BrumleyGardens.com

BRUCE MILLER NURSERIES

This nursery has provided a wide variety of gardening products to the Dallas Metroplex and East Texas community since 1969. Items for purchase include flowers, trees, shrubs and vegetables directly from growers Organic soil building products and insecticides are also available. Spring and summer hours are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 pm and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 pm. Two locations for convenience.

Richardson: 1000 E. Beltline Rd.

Edgewood: 1651 TX-19

972-238-0204

BruceMillerNursery.com

CALLOWAY’S NURSERY

This garden center is a recipient of Best Garden Center by D Magazine. The managers are master nursery professionals certified by the Texas Nursery and Landscape Association. Products include roses, shrubs, vines, trees, ground cover, fertilizers, soil amendments and a variety of colorful garden plants and flowers. 20 locations across the metroplex. Open daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Multiple locations, see website for address Calloways.com

CHAMBERSVILLE TREE FARM

Chambersville is a 266-acre tree farm with the largest selection of Japanese maples in North Texas, along with elms, maples, oaks, willows and crepe myrtles. They also have a world-renowned rose garden with 200 varieties of roses, plus more than 20,000 additional plants. Hours of operation are Tuesday-Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on Sunday and Monday.

7032 CR 971, Celina

972-837-4223

ChambersvilleTreeFarms.com

COLOR CROP NURSERY

This family-owned and operated garden center has been serving the community since 2014 and has more than 30 years of gardening expertise. Wonderful spot to find perennials, annuals, flower beds, grasses, succulents and veggies. Summer hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sundays.

11304 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth 817-367-3377

ColorCrop@att.net

ColorCropNursery.com

COVINGTON’S NURSERY AND LANDSCAPE CO.

Covington’s Nursery has 32 greenhouses with mindfully selected local and national plants. They offer some of the best bedding plants in Texas, with 75 types of annuals and perennials across all four seasons. Specimen trees, mulches, soils, organic fertilizers, river rocks, garden stones and more are available. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday.

5518 President George Bush Hwy., Rowlet 972-475-5888

CovingtonNursery.com

CRISTINA’S STONE AND GARDEN CENTER

Cristina’s Stone and Garden Center, founded in 2005, offers seasonal plant material, shrubs, trees, stone and more for Frisco and surrounding communities. Hours are Monday through Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

14400 Preston Rd., Frisco 214-705-9660

CristinasGC.com

FOSSIL CREEK TREE FARM NURSERY

Family-owned and operated Fossil Creek Tree Farm Nursery and landscaping service teaches the community about gardening, provides gardening services and offers all the plants and equipment needed for a beautiful and abundant gardening season. Customers can find trees, ornamental trees, shade trees, fruit trees, bulk and bagged mulch, topsoil, trellises, benches, pottery, water features, compost, vegetables in seed and various sizes, herbs, fruit trees, Gronomics raised-bed gardening supplies, organic soils and compost, fertilizers and pest control products. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, Sunday closed. They offer a wide range of services, including tree selection and hand-picking from East Texas. Terra and her team curate unique pottery pieces and create inspiring designs for landscaping projects.

7744 Blue Mound Rd., Fort Worth 817-306-7111

Info@FossilCreekTreeFarm.com

FossilCreekTreeFarm.com

THE GREENERY

This company has been serving the community since 1987. The garden has more than eight acres of pottery, iron yard art, Native Texas plants, trees and rock pallets. The staff has more than 100 years of combined experience and includes three certified nursery professionals, three plant science graduates and a licensed irrigator. A range of organic plants and compost products are available. Summer hours are Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Sunday.

3671 N. Hwy. 77, Waxahachie 972-617-5459

TheGreeneryTX.com

GREEN’S PRODUCE AND PLANTS

Since 1969, this nursery has been providing fresh crops from the country. The garden center houses a range of annuals, perennials, fruit trees, ornamental grasses, succulents, cacti, mulch, organic potting soil and organic fertilizers. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

3001 W. Arkansas Lane, Arlington 817-274-2435

GreensProduce.com

GUARDADO GARDEN CENTER

This is a garden center bursting with beautiful garden decor, along with a variety of plants. Glazed pottery, talavera and more are their specialties. The ultimate stop if looking to beautify a garden. Hours are Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m.

3228 Alta Mere Dr., Fort Worth 817-244-1655

GuardadoGardenCenter.com

HAPPY GARDENS ORGANIC LANDSCAPING

This full-service Fort Worth company provides organic landscaping, designing, building, and maintenance. Memberships include Texas Nursery and Landscape Association and the Association of Professional Landscape Designers. The landscape professionals can be contacted via phone or email.

Fort Worth 817-921-3639

Info@HappyGardens.net

HappyGardens.net

HOMEGROWN PLANTS

This garden center produces hundreds of ornamental and vegetable plants. Options include herbs, veggies, succulents, bedding plants, hanging baskets, mixed containers, ornamental grasses, oaks, elms, fruit trees, nut trees, flowering trees, and shade trees. There is also a nice selection of pottery. Store is open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.

2675 W. Audie Murphy Pkwy., Farmersville 972-523-9356

HGP380.com

JACKSON’S HOME & GARDEN

Serving the community since 1983, this nursery and garden shop stocks an impressive collection of garden and patio products. The nursery features annuals, perennials, tropical plants, herbs, edibles and indoor plants. while the garden shop boasts planters, fountains, fire pits, outdoor furniture and more. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

6950 Lemmon Ave., Dallas 214-350-9200

JacksonsHG.com

LANDSCAPE SOURCE NURSERY

Landscape Source, in Rockwall, has been a reliable choice for contractors and homeowners since 2002. They offer a wide variety of high-quality plant materials, including trees, shrubs and perennials. Their knowledgeable staff provides expert advice, and they prioritize customer satisfaction with convenient services such as a point-of-sale checkout system and guaranteed healthy products. Patrons can find annuals, perennials, shrubs, bushes, vines and trees. There are also mulches, soils, fertilizers, fungicide and plant food. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Closed Sunday.

167 Ole West Lane, Rockwall 469-698-0037

Info@LandscapeSourceNursery.com

LandscapeSourceNursery.com

LIVING EARTH

Living Earth has been a trusted gardening staple since 1985, manufacturing high-quality organic mulch, compost, soil, and amendments. The company provides organic mulch, sand, gravel, rock, stone, soil and more. For more than 20 years, the business has also reused and recycled tree limbs, brush, leaves and grass clippings, with multiple locations through Dallas and across Texas. They also recycle natural products and offer convenient in-store pickup and delivery services. See website for locations and store hours.

1901 California Crossing Rd., Dallas Houston: 5802 Crawford Road, Houston, 713-466-7360

Nashville: 1511 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, 615-730-7238

Knoxville: 8707 Joe Daniels Road, Solway, 865-927-7647

972-869-4332

CustomerService@LivingEarth.net

LivingEarth.net

MAESTRO-GRO

This company has been providing organic fertilizers and natural products since 1987. The products are found in more than 75 lawn and garden/nursery retailers throughout the area. All ingredients are safe, natural and non-toxic. The company can be contacted via phone.

613 Colorado St., Justin 940-648-5400

Maestro-Gro.com

MAMA IDA’S TEACHING GARDEN

The American Heart Association (AHA), in collaboration with numerous Dallas community partners, presents the first AHA Teaching Garden to be located at a farmers market. Mama Ida’s Teaching Garden at the Dallas Farmers Market offers custom-designed educational programs for people of all ages. Learn more at the Saturday farmers market. Meet at the red tent at 10:45 a.m.

1010 S. Pearl Xwy, Dallas 469-607-5899

Info@DallasFarmersMarket.org

DallasFarmersMarket.org

MARSHALL GRAIN CO.

This nursery provides organic gardening supplies, plants, landscaping, pet supplies and more. The company has been a part of the Fort Worth gardening community since 1914. They specialize in organic gardening supplies, plants, and products for sustainable living. Their website offers a wide range of gardening resources, including information on organic gardening techniques, natural pest control, and native plants. organic fertilizers, compost, seeds, gardening tools and pet supplies. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9 am to 6 pm, Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 3525 William D. Tate Ave., Grapevine 817-416-6600

mgc@marshallgrain.com MarshallGrain.com

MIKE’S GARDEN CENTERS

Mike’s Garden Center offers a wide variety of gardening products and supplies. Items available include perennials, annuals, tropicals, herbs, tulips, shade, fruit, shrubs, palms, potting soils, fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, pots, fountains, outdoor furniture and tools. Hours are Monday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Two Locations: 5703 Crowley Rd., Fort Worth 555 E. Hwy. 114, Southlake MikesGardenCenters.com

NICHOLSON-HARDIE NURSERY & GARDEN CENTER

This nursery has been offering locals the best plants, products and garden gifts since 1899, with their signature expert service. Gardening materials include perennials, annuals, shrubs/trees, water features, vegetable/ herbs and environmentally safe gardening remedies. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

Nursery: 5060 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas 214-357-4348

Garden Center: 5725 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas 214-357-4674

Nicholson-Hardie.com

NORTH HAVEN GARDENS

Since 1951, this garden center has provided Texas natives, edibles, pottery, succulents, gifts, perennials, roses and more. A range of garden education classes and workshops are available for beginners and advanced gardeners alike. The center recently opened a cafe with farm fresh food. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

7700 Northaven Rd., Dallas 214-363-5316

Feedback@nhg.com

NHG.com

PREMIER NURSERY

Premier Nursery is a family-owned business that has been serving north Texas since 1983 from two Tarrant County locations. Items available include sod, trees, shrubs, flowering shrubs, ground cover, annuals, perennials, soil amendment, tropical flower, organics, landscape services, delivery and installation, wholesale operations. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Two Locations:

5050 U.S. 377, Benbrook

1501 Airport Fwy., Euless 817-685-0932

Info@Premier-Nursery.com

Premier-Nursery.com

PUCKETT’S NURSERY AND LANDSCAPE

Puckett’s Nursery is a locally owned, full-service independent nursery that has been serving the Collin County area for more than 20 years. They specialize in a wide range of quality trees, shrubs and bedding plants. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

811 E. Main St., Allen 972-727-1145

PuckettsNursery.com

REDENTA’S

This company has been providing organic gardening and landscape design since 1992. Items for sale include plants, perennials, herbs, roses, annuals, shrubs, trees, native plants, 100 percent organic soil amendments, and more. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2001 Skillman St., Dallas

214-823-9421

Dallas@Redentas.com

Redentas.com

ROHDE’S ORGANIC LANDSCAPE SERVICES

The Dallas landscape consultant with 50 years of experience specializes in eco-friendly products, disease-resistant plants and creating vibrant bird and butterfly gardens. His team offers top-quality landscaping installation and maintenance services with over 40 years of experience. The company provides organic landscaping, maintenance, hardscaping and design services.

3637 Marquis., Ste. 111, Garland 972-864-1934

Grohde@GreenSense.net

BeOrganic.com

RON’S ORGANIC DYNAMICS

Ron’s Organics, Inc. offers a range of services including year-round organic landscape maintenance, safe and eco-friendly methods for lawncare and gardening, and expert advice from knowledgeable staff. They provide brand-name products recommended by Howard Garrett, such as organic soil mediums and solutions. With Ron Hall’s certifications as a landscape professional, nursery professional, irrigator, pesticide applicator, and arborist, they deliver top-quality offerings for organic gardening and landscaping needs. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., closed Sundays.

2049 S. Beltline Rd., Balch Springs

972-329-4769

OrganicDynamics.com

RUIBALS PLANTS OF TEXAS

Ruibals Plant of Texas is a renowned destination for plants, gardening supplies, and fresh produce. Their website offers a diverse selection of plants, including flowers, vegetables, herbs, and trees. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, they provide comprehensive services and knowledgeable assistance. Ruibals Plant of Texas also features food products, showcasing their dedication to supporting culinary endeavors. They operate seven days a week. Ruibals plant farm consists of nearly 130 greenhouses on nearly 30 acres, growing the highest-quality bedding plants inside the Dallas city limits. Products and services include locally grown bedding plants, perennials, pottery, statuary, planting services, deliveries and even produce.

601 South Pearl Xway., Dallas

6630 Lemmon Ave., Dallas

7219 East Grand, Dallas

3646 Rosemeade Pkwy., Dallas

SHRUB & TREE LOT: 469-364-6517

GARDEN SHOP: 214-742-2016

Ruibals.com

SCHMITZ GARDEN CENTER

This is a family owned, award-winning retail nursery dedicated to providing the highest-quality plant materials and garden décor. They offer a complete spectrum of services, including landscape design and installation, full irrigation, tree care, organic program and maintenance. A range of products are also available for purchase, including fertilizers, plant food, fungicides, birdhouses, foundations, trellises and pottery. Summer hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1616 Arrowhead Dr., Flower Mound 972-539-5350

SchmitzGardenCenter.com

SHADES OF GREEN

The experienced designers, horticulturalists, and technicians at Shades of Green Nursery + Landscape have been serving the community since 1979. Visit the seven-acre nursery for a stroll along the creek, where visitors can find all their gardening needs from annuals, perennials, trees, mulches, fertilizer and tools to garden art, fountains and pottery. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

7401 Coit Rd - Frisco, TX 75035

1213 E. Sunset Blvd., Celina

Frisco: 972-335-9095

Celina: 972-335-9095

ShadesOfGreenInc.com

WALTON’S GARDEN CENTER

This garden center has been serving the community since 1986. Products include organic fertilizers, organic plant food, organic soils, organic mulch and organic insect, disease and animal control. Popular services include arbor construction, outdoor living, outdoor kitchens, planting, and irrigation. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

8652 Garland Rd., Dallas 214-321-2387

Plants@WaltonsGarden.com

WaltonsGarden.com

WESTON GARDENS

For nearly 30 years, this garden center has provided a range of plants and design services. Products include Texas natives, antique roses, perennials, shrubs, trees, wines, ornamental grasses and more. Spring to fall hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

8101 Anglin Dr., Fort Worth 817-572-0549

WestonGardens.com

YC NURSERIES, INC.

YC Nurseries, founded in 1981 in Dallas, is one of the largest bedding plant producers in the Metroplex. With five growing locations capability to provide both the quality and quantity of annual color needed by landscape contractors to beautify both residential and commercial green spaces. The company’s landscape contractors beautify both residential and commercial green spaces all year long. No longer open for retail sale, but call or visit for wholesale services. Hours are Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to noon.

Dallas: 11524 Reeder Rd.

Prosper: 1530 Hwy. 380 W. 972-241-0324 | 972-346-3750

YCNursery.com

WOOD COUNTY

MINEOLA FARMERS MARKET

A community-based market that offers a variety of locally produced goods. Their focus is on supporting local farmers, artisans, and vendors. They showcases a range of fresh produce, baked goods, handcrafted items and more. It serves as a platform to connect the community with local growers and producers, promoting sustainable and farm-to-table practices.

200 W. Front St., Mineola 903-569-6183

MainStreet@Mineola.com

Facebook.com/mineolafarmersmarket/ Mineola.com/community/page/farmers-market

WINNSBORO FARMERS MARKET

A charming event that takes place in the downtown arts district, the market features locally-grown produce, artisan breads, honey, handmade soaps, organic & grass-fed meats, jellies, jams, & much more...a backdrop of the arts district & live music creates a festive atmosphere & fulfilling time.

111 East Carnegie St., Winnsboro 903-440-5392

WinnsboroFarmersMarket.com

YOUNG COUNTY

GRAHAM FARMERS MARKET

A collection of local vendors that provide fresh produce, baked goods, locally raised beef, handmade items and much more! In service from Every Saturday, May 6 to September 30, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Old Ag Barn, 150 U.S. Hwy. 67, Graham 940-549-3355

GrahamFarmersMarket.com

FARM TO TABLE RESTAURANTS

ASADOR

Asador restaurant focuses on sustaining modern farm to-fire cuisine merging influences that stem from local purveyors, mixed with the food combinations of North and South America and based on open fire cooking.

2222 N. Stemmons Fwy., Dallas

214-267-4815

AsadorRestaurant.com

CAFE MOMENTUM

Café Momentum is a unique culinary concept making a positive impact. They offer a fine dining experience while transforming the lives of at-risk youth through their internship program. Their website showcases a menu featuring innovative dishes prepared by young chefs. Café Momentum’s commitment to social engagement and providing second chances creates a powerful dining experience that supports the community’s well-being.

Dallas (flagship): 1510 Pacific Street

214-303-1234

Info@CafeMomentum.org

CafeMomentum.org

CBD PROVISIONS

1530 Main St., Dallas

214-261-4500 | 214.748.1300

Info@TheJouleDallas.com

CBDProvisions.com

CELEBRATION RESTAURANT, MARKET & CATERING

Celebration is a renowned farm-to-table restaurant offering freshly prepared, seasonal food in a comfortable atmosphere since 1971. They expanded their services to include catering and a market for on-the-go meals. With a commitment to responsible sourcing, they prioritize local, sustainable, and flavorful ingredients. Celebration strives to provide a safe, clean, and supportive environment for guests and partners while giving back to the community and reducing their carbon footprint.

RESTAURANT: 4503 West Lovers Lane, Dallas| 214-351-5681

CATERING: 4519 West Lovers Lane, Dallas| 214-351-2456

MARKET: 4515 West Lovers Lane, Dallas| 214-352-0031

4503 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas 214-351-5681

CelebrationRestaurant.com

CELEBRATION MARKET

Right next store to this farm-to-table restaurant is a market featuring local, free-range, sustainable food. Entrees, boxed dinners, side dishes and more. Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sundays noon to 5 p.m. See website for menu.

4515 W. Lovers Lane, Dallas 214-352-0031

Market@CelebrationMarket.com Market.Celebrationrestaurant.com

CLAY PIGEON FOOD AND DRINK

Clay Pigeon Food & Drink is a restaurant and bar with a unique culinary focus. Their specialty in creating contemporary American cuisine with a twist. They offer a diverse menu featuring dishes made from locally sourced and seasonal ingredients. With a combination of inventive flavors and a warm, inviting atmosphere, Clay Pigeon Food & Drink provides a memorable dining experience for its customers. They serve during Tuesday – Thursday 5-9 p.m., Friday – Saturday 5 to 10 p.m. and closed Sunday-Monday.

2731 White Settlement Rd., Fort Worth 817-882-8065

ClayPigeonFD.com

COMPANY CAFE AND BAR

Company Café is a restaurant concept that brings natural, fresh fare to the Lowest Greenville area.They are also leaders in the farm-to-table trend and avid small business supporter.

2104 Greenville Ave., Dallas 214-827-2233

CompanyCafe.com

FLOWER CHILD

Flower Child, makes every bite from scratch using fresh ingredients from close to home.

Multiple locations in Dallas 858-314-6818

IAmaFlowerChild.com

FNG EATS

FnG Eats is Keller’s local dining spot offering brunch, lunch and dinner. Their menu features creatively crafted dishes using fresh ingredients from local sources. From small plates to cocktails, they provide a flavorful experience. The restaurant prides itself on hometown hospitality.

201 Town Center Lane, 1101, Keller 817-741-5200

Events@fngeats.com

FNGEats.com

GARDEN CAFE

Garden Cafe is one of the most unique restaurants in Dallas that offers quality local fare with a beautiful patio in the midst of onsite kitchen garden that provides many of herbs and vegetables.

5310 Junius St., Dallas 214-887-8330

GardenCafeTx@gmail.com

GardenCafe.net

GEMMA RESTAURANT

2323 N. Henderson Ave., 109, Dallas 214-370-9426

HARVEST

Harvest Seasonal Kitchen focuses on community, sustainability and delicious food. They source ingredients locally within a 150-mile radius and change their menu seasonally. Their commitment to sustainability extends to the bar, featuring Texas-made liquor, and their own organic farm, Water Boy Farms. They support local artisans and businesses, creating a unique dining experience. Through the Harvest Seed Project Foundation, they aim to build a stronger and more sustainable community.

112 E. Louisiana St., McKinney

214-726-0251

HarvestTx.com

HG SPLY CO.

They approach the idea of a truly healthy life without limits is extraordinary. By eating well sourced, minimally processed, properly portioned food and making the healthy choices in what you eat easy and enjoyable.

Dallas: 2008 Greenville Ave., Dallas

Fort Worth: 1621 River Run #176

Trophy Club: SH, 2980, TX-114 Frontage Rd. 469-334-0895 | 682-730-6070 | 817-755-0111

HGSplyCo.com

HOMEWOOD RESTAURANT

4002 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas 214-434-1244

Facebook.com/HomewoodDallas

HomewoodDallas.com

KNIFE

Created by James Beard, the cuisine at Knife melds classic and modern steakhouse dishes featuring all-natural born and raised Texas beef, pork and lamb in dryaged prime cuts prepared in cast irons and customary steakhouse broilers, as well as specialty cuts such as flat iron, Waygu skirt steak, tri tip, culotte, beef cheeks, pork belly, oxtail, pigs head and exotic Akaushi beef.

The Highland Dallas, 5300 E. Mockingbird Lane, Dallas

214-443-9339

Knife@TheHighlandDallas.com

KnifeDallas.com

LOCAL

Local was conceptualized by chef and owner Tracy Miller in 1998 with the inspired vision of becoming a local establishment in Dallas serving a modern American menu.

2936 Elm St., Dallas

214-752-7500

Info@LocalDallas.com

LocalDallas.com

LOCAL YOCAL BBQ & GRILL

This Texas restaurant offers a genuine, beef-centric dining experience with a focus on quality and sustainability. Their menu features Wagyu steaks, barbecue and southern American favorites. The bar serves local craft beer, bourbons, wines and handcrafted cocktails. Located in a renovated historic warehouse, the restaurant provides a casual, rustic-luxury ambiance.

360 E. Louisiana St., Mckinney

469-225-0800

LocalYocalBBQandGrill.com

THE MARKET CAFÉ AT BONTON

FARMS

Bonton includes farms, a farmers market and a café to address residents’ needs for health, stability, housing, transportation, belonging, education and credit by empowering residents and redefining norms.

6907 Bexar St., Dallas 972-707-0274

Info@BontonFarms.org

BontonFarms.org

MELT ICE CREAMS

Recognized a need in the DFW area for premium, small-batch, high-quality ice cream. Their house-made ice creams are crafted with a high butterfat content, resulting in rich creaminess.

1201 W. Magnolia Ave., 115, Ft Worth 405 N. Bishop Ave., Dallas 817-886-8365

MeltIceCreams.com

MODERN MARKET EATERY

The Modern Market Eatery menu features a variety of made-from-scratch dishes that are made with whole, clean, and sustainable ingredients.

Multiple locations

ModernMarket.com

ORIGIN KITCHEN + BAR

4438 McKinney Ave., 150, Dallas 214-484-3970

OriginKitchenandBar.com

PATINA GREEN HOME AND MARKET

With a passion for real farm-to-table food, they offer a seasonal lunch menu, farm-fresh produce and housemade packaged foods to go. With a desire for an authentic lifestyle, they source curated home goods and artisanal gifts for intentional and thoughtful shopping.

116 N. Tennessee St., 102, McKinney 972-548-9141

PatinaGreenHomeandMarket.com

PETRA AND THE BEAST

601 N. Haskell Ave., Dallas 318-935-0906

PetraAndTheBeast.com

PRIME FARM TO TABLE

From snout to tail and land to sea, Prime features local and sustainable ingredients for farm-to-table cuisine. Offering healthy options including dishes that are vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, keto, whole 30 and more. 5810 Long Prairie Rd., 200, Flower Mound 972-539-1902

PrimeFarmtoTable.com

PYRAMID RESTAURANT AT FAIRMONT HOTEL

1717 N. Akard St., Dallas 214-720-5249

PyramidRestaurant.com

THE RANCH

857 W. John Carpenter Fwy., Irving 972-506-7262

TheRanchLC.com

THE RUSTIC

Enjoy homestyle meals made with farm-to-table ingredients, sip local craft beers and cocktails under the stars or catch a performance by local and national artists.

3656 Howell St., Dallas 214-730-0596

TheRustic.com

SIXTY VINES

A new view about wine culture, with cuisine inspired by wine country and an open kitchen that delights every sense, perfectly selected to complement each dish.

500 Crescent Court, 160, Dallas 3701 Dallas Pkwy., Plano SixtyVines.com

STATE AND ALLEN

State & Allen Kitchen+Bar is a genuine and effortlessly fun neighborhood spot that offers a range of experiences, from quick cocktails to meticulously prepared food and an impressive wine selection. Guests can enjoy drinks on the patio, watch sports games and have a great time.

2400 Allen St., Dallas 214-239-1990 StateAndAllen.com

SUNDOWN AT GRANADA

A neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant and multilevel entertainment complex that includes an indoor dining room with an expansive bar, a built-in stage with permanent lighting and sound, a downstairs patio, and a scenic rooftop patio with sunset views forcorporate or social events.

3520 Greenville Ave., Dallas 214-823-8305

SundownAtGranada.com

TEXAS SPICE

Texas Spice, serving daily breakfast, captures the true flavor of Texas with an emphasis on local ingredients and southern style offering a twist on hometown classics.

555 Lamar St., Dallas 214-979-4512

OmniHotels.com/Hotels/Dallas/Dining/ Restaurants-on-Lamar/Texas-Spice

TRUE FOOD KITCHEN

A true Food Kitchen, a culinary destination rooted in nutritional science. Through wholesome, intentionally-sourced ingredients, they transform super foods into comfort foods.

8383 Preston Center Plaza, 100, Dallas 7601 Windrose Ave., Ste. F100, Plano 214-377-3333 | 480-212-0175

TrueFoodKitchen.com

WHISKEY CAKES

They source flavors, ingredients, and ideas straight from the farm.

3601 Dallas Pkwy., Plano 972-993-2253

WhiskeyCake.com

VEGAN RESTAURANTS & CAFES

5AM DRIP

100% Vegan

1201 Evans Ave., Ste, 101, Fort Worth 1-817-482-6082

5AMDrip.com

BOULEVARD OF GREENS

Sources all-natural ingredients from partners around the world that ethically cultivate the most flavorful and nutritionally valuable produce available.

100% Vegan

2700 Horne St., Ste. 110, Fort Worth 817-782-9070

BoulevardOfGreens.com

D’VEGAN

100% Vegan 9780 Walnut St., Dallas 972-437-3939

D-Vegan.com

DA MUNCHIES

100% Vegan

4121 N. Westmoreland Rd., Dallas 214-828-7097

cedrick.brown00@gmail.com

Facebook.com/DaMunchies

DaMunchiesnDFW.com

EL PALOTE PANADERIA

Has gone 100 percent plant-based.

2537 S. Buckner Blvd., Dallas 972-807-2673

ElPalote.com

FINO DALLAS

100% Vegetarian with vegan options

7522 Campbell Rd., Ste. 108, Dallas 972-931-9500

FinoDallas.com

FREEBIRDS WORLD BURRITO

Vegetarian and Vegan options available Multiple locations in Dallas Freebirds.com

GOJI CAFE

Healthy Asian Vegan Food

2330 Royal Lane, Ste. 900, Dallas 972-243-1888

thiphil99@yahoo.com

GojiCafeDallas.com

THE HEALTHY HIPPY CAFE

Fresh, local produce.

100% Vegan

121 Olive St., Keller 817-849-9080 | 580 529-4522

TheHealthyHippieCafe.com

ITSO VEGAN

100% Vegan 830 Mayfield Rd., Ste. 600, Grand Prairie 469-909-4090

ItsoVegan.com

JEFF’S VEGAN

100% Vegan 3580 Preston Rd., Ste. 107, Frisco 469-803-5883

JeffsVegan.SquareSpace.com

Jeffs-Vegan.com

JUICE JUNKIES

Raw, organic juice bar with more than 20 fresh, coldpressed juice blends, superfood smoothies and gourmet vegan bites.

100% Vegan Fort Worth: 925 Foch St., Fort Worth | 817-885-7775

Keller: 251 Town Center Lane #2109, Keller | 817-741-3665

JuiceJunkies.com

KALACHANDJI’S

100% Vegetarian with vegan options

5430 Gurley Ave., Dallas 214-821-1048

Kalachandjis.com

MALGUDI GARDEN

100% Vegetarian with vegan options

5024 Tennyson Pkwy., Ste. 200, Plano 800-886-5253

MalgudiGardenPlano.com

MELLOW MUSHROOM DENTON

Mellow Mushroom is known for handcrafted pizzas, a diverse menu and vibrant atmosphere They also showcase sandwiches, salads and appetizers made with high-quality ingredients, catering to various dietary preferences.

Vegetarian and vegan options

217 E. Hickory St., Denton 940-323-1100

Web@MellowMushroom.com

MellowMushroom.com

MIDTOWN PIZZA

lends the best of vegetarian and vegan cuisine with delicious pizza offerings. They cater to various dietary preferences, offering fresh plant-based ingredients, dairy-free cheeses, mock meat options, and gluten-free pizza bases.

100% vegetarian with vegan options

5782 Alpha Rd., Dallas 972-980-8707

MidtownPizzaDFW.com

NATURE’S PLATE

Nature’s Plate is a renowned plant-based meal delivery service and café with a focus on convenience, health and sustainability.

100% vegan

10233 E. Northwest Hwy., Ste. 432, Dallas 469-307-4217

Info@NaturesPlate.biz

NaturesPlate.com

NUNO’S TACOS & VEGMEX GRILL

Vegan Mexican Restaurant.

100% vegan 8024 Spring Valley Rd., Ste. 8024, Dallas 972-685-2703

Nunos.Tacos.VegMex@gmail.com

Facebook.com/Nunos.Tacos

LAHLA’S PLANT KITCHEN

100% Vegan 100 South Central Xway, Richardson 469-372-2477

TheOfficialLahlasPlantKitchen@gmail.com Facebook.com/Lahlas.PlantKitchen

PLANTED BAKERY

This vegan bakery has been serving fresh, cruelty-free baked goods to the community since April 2020. They offer a diverse range of vegan treats from bread to cupcakes, cookies and more.

100% vegan 5400 Woodway Dr., Ste. 120, Dallas 817-367-9205 | 682-681-4071

PlantedBakeryfw@gmail.com

PlantedBakery.com

PEPITA’S VEGAN COCINA

Founded in 2008. Inspired by a vegan lifestyle, they created a flavorful vegan section on their menu. This success led to the launch of Pepitas Vegan Taqueria, a 100% vegan Mexican restaurant offering delicious and hearty plant-based dishes.

100% vegan

1115 W. Hickory St., Ste. 113, Denton 940-514-1031

PepitasRestaurant.com

RECIPE OAK CLIFF

100% vegan 1831 S. Ewing Ave., Dallas 469-930-8284

RecipeOC.com

SANKALP RESTAURANT

100% vegetarian with vegan options

3680 TX-121 Ste. 300, Plano 214-407-7149

SAUCY’S THAI & PHO

Vegetarian and vegan options available

4152 W. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano

972-388-7650

SaucysThaiPlano.com

SOUL GOOD

An award-winning vegan restaurant, food truck, and catering company with plant-based twists on classic American dishes.

100% vegan 1201 Oakland St., Denton 940-898-3661

Chef@EatSoulGood.com

EatSoulGood.com

SPIRAL DINER AND BAKERY

Founded in 2002, Spiral Diner quickly expanded and now has multiple branches, including a production kitchen.

100% vegan

Three locations across the DFW Metroplex SpiralDiner.com

TACO OCHO

Fresh made-from-scratch food features bold, authentic flavors inspired by traditional Latin cooking.

Vegetarian and vegan options available

3492 Legacy Dr., Ste. 700, Frisco

930 E Campbell Rd., #109, Richardson

3750 Long Prairie Rd., #100, Flower Mound

3041 S Custer Rd., Ste, 800, McKinney

214-494-2346 | 972-238-8080 | 972-691-3800 | 469-631-0086

TacoOcho.com

TIKI LOCO

100% vegan

2639 Elm St., Ste., Dallas 469-399-7997

TikiLocoDeepEllum.com

469-248-0297

THE MICROBIOME CONNECTION

HOW SOIL AND HUMAN HEALTH ARE RELATED

by Kelcie Ottoes

The human gut microbiome, which is critical to fighting off disease, and soil microbiome, which enables plant growth, are vitally important to maintaining all life on our planet. These two communities of microorganisms are indirectly connected in important ways, and researchers are trying to find out more about their interplay.

Human Microbiome

The human gut microbiome consists of trillions of microorganisms of different species. These microbes help to digest food, synthesize vitamins and other important compounds, regulate our immune system and even influence behavior and mood.

The gut microbiome includes both helpful and potentially harmful microbiota that coexist peacefully in a healthy person. But certain diets, or the use of antibiotics or other bacteria-destroying medications, can upset the balance, a state known as dysbiosis, which can impair the microbiome’s functions, leaving the body susceptible to disease.

Soil Microbiome

The soil microbiome has many parallels to the human gut scenario. It consists of bacteria, fungi, archaea and viruses—microorganisms that play an important role in maintaining the health of the soil. They do this by breaking down organic matter, cycling nutrients and protecting crops against harmful pathogens.

Regenerative organic farming practices that promote biodiversity and disdain the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers develop robust soil that is rich in nutrients and beneficial microbes. In such settings, farmers don’t need to use chemicals, because the microbiome creates disease-resistant soil to fight off threats.

The Nutrition Link

While a direct link between the soil microbiome and the gut microbiome has yet to be proven, soil certainly impacts our health through our diet. A diverse and active soil microbiome is responsible for supporting plant growth. Plants then provide us with the nutrients that our gut microbiome needs to thrive, including calcium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, E, K and the B complex.

Dan Kittredge, founder of The Bionutrient Institute, explains, “The sophistication of the soil microbiome is connected to the nutritional value of the food that’s produced. The healthier the [soil] microbiome, the healthier the food.” The use of fertilizers and pesticides does not directly produce less nutritious food, but rather their impact on the health of the soil microbiome can impact the crops’ nutritional value.

There is a hypothesis that food has become less nutritious since the mid-1900s. In a 2004 study, University of Texas scientists examined the nutritional value of 43 garden crops from 1950 to 1999 and found that while all 43 foods showed a statistically reliable decline in nutrition, it was likely due to cultivating plants with desired traits, such as larger sizes, faster growing rates and increased pest resistance. It wasn’t the soil that was the problem, but that growers had not prioritized breeding crops for higher nutritional value.

Photo by Rodale Institute

According to Jack Gilbert, a pediatrics professor at the University of California San Diego and co-founder of the Earth Microbiome Project and the American Gut Project, “There is an indirect relationship between a healthy soil microbiome and healthy gut microbiome. While we need healthy soils to grow plants, a healthy soil microbiome does not equal a healthy gut microbiome.”

He explains, “The link is really about diet in the gut microbiome. Precision nutrition is the idea that how we all respond to food is unique, and that we can predict those responses if we understand what kinds of bacteria are in the gut. This is because the gut microbiome varies between people, and those same gut microbes can mediate how food influences our physiology. Eating a healthy diet can have a profound impact on reducing the risk of developing chronic diseases.”

The nutritional value of food is more complicated than the quality of the soil in which the crops grow. It is also impacted by the processing of the food. As

Kittredge notes, when the bran in wheat is removed—a common process that turns flour white—wheat loses much of its nutritional value. Unprocessed foods allow us to access more of the nutrients within them.

Digging in the Soil

There is another way that soil microbes can benefit human health: spending time in nature. Exposure to the soil microbiome has been shown to stimulate the immune system. When outside, we are exposed to a diverse array of microorganisms that increase disease resistance and provide neurological benefits.

Gilbert has largely built a career on the benefits of getting his hands dirty. He is currently conducting a study to find out how giving children two hours of outdoor learning a day can impact their metabolic health and help them avoid diseases. According to Kittredge, playing in the dirt isn’t just for kids. “It is beneficial to expose ourselves to soil microbes,” he says. “Everyone should nature bathe.”

“Exposure to soil microbes, like Mycobacterium vaccae, can positively impact our physical and mental health,” says Kathleen DiChiara, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and digestive wellness educator. “We are losing diversity and not getting the exposure we used to.” She points out that the gut microbiomes of urban citizens in the U.S. have lower bacterial diversity than those in rural societies, including hunter-gatherers from Tanzania and the Amazon.

While diet, lifestyle and genetics play a role in the host-specific differences, the microbiome composition in adults is also based on exposure to microbes in the environment. According to DiChiara, there is no perfect profile for the gut microbiome, and our gut microbial communities ebb and flow. “If a specific strain of bacteria suddenly disappears, perhaps due to an illness, another species can take on its task,” she explains. “Like nature, it’s about working together on our behalf.”

Diversity, richness and symbiotic behavior of the gut microbes are central to our well-being. DiChiara notes that many

variables can negatively impact the gut microbiome. Some result from the choices we make voluntarily, such as smoking, drinking too much alcohol, eating ultra-processed foods, being chronically stressed and leading a sedentary lifestyle. Other factors are beyond our control, such as neurological injuries, illnesses and hormonal shifts due to puberty or menopause.

Human Impact on Soil Health

The soil microbiome and the gut microbiome both need our support to maintain proper health. Although our gut microbiome may not be directly impacted by the health of soil microbes, it can be impacted by the pesticides, herbicides and fungicides in our food.

Degradation of the soil microbiome occurs in many ways. Tillage, bare soil, dry soil, fertilizer, chemical sprays and fungicides all harm the soil microbiome. These non-regenerative agricultural practices can have negative impacts on the health of individuals that eat the plants and on the health of the broader ecosystems.

Chemicals like glyphosate can damage the gut microbiome by creating oxidative stress, which agitates the microbiome and impedes its ability to function properly. Pesticides can also have a detrimental impact on the gut microbiome. Each year the United States uses 1 billion pounds of pesticides that may be damaging our bodies when we eat our veggies. “What we are not doing is prioritizing protecting the microbiome—for us and the soil. It’s time we recognize the interconnections between climate, soil and the gut,” DiChiara says.

There are multiple ways we can cultivate a closer, healthier relationship between our soil and our gut, such as supporting sustainable agriculture, avoiding processed foods, frequenting farmers markets for organic produce or spending time in nature. Better yet, Kittredge suggests planting a pesticide-free garden at home and eating carrots straight from the soil.

Photo by Rodale Institute

Photo by Rodale Institute

Kelcie Ottoes is a copywriter and content creator specializing in sustainability and environmental topics.