EAST TENNESSEE
LOCAL FOOD GUIDE
FREE! SPRING 2015-SPRING 2016 Your regional guide to locally grown and produced foods
farms | artisanal foods | markets | restaurants
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GET IN THE
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About the Guide
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Mission/Credits
GUIDE!
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Farms
ARE YOU LOCATED IN OUR REGION AND ARE A:
U-Picks
Farmer looking to reach new consumers?
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CSA Programs
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Farmers’ Markets
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Grocers & Farm Stores
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Restaurants & Food Trucks
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Artisanal Food Producers & Bakeries
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Wineries & Distilleries
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Resources
Food business seeking customers who value your commitment to buying locally and directly from farmers?
Producer of artisanal foods looking to expand your customer base? Our local food guide will help you directly reach customers interested in locally grown foods. To get in the guide, contact us at info@nourishknoxville.org or 865-405-3135.
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ABOUT THE GUIDE The East Tennessee Local Food Guide is a project of Nourish Knoxville. The guide’s purpose is to provide our community with a comprehensive resource for finding locally grown food. Our region is teeming with many opportunities to connect with the land, your food, and the people who grow it, but we understand it can be difficult to know where to begin. We hope this guide helps you find new sources for locally grown food, visit the places where your food is grown, and discover more ways to incorporate locally grown food into your daily life. This guide will expand each year as we identify additional farmers, producers, grocers, and restaurants seeking to connect with local consumers in our region. By choosing food from these local farms and producers you’ll be preserving jobs, farmland, landscapes, and heritage in East Tennessee.
KENTUCKY
Hancock
VIRGINIA
BYRDSTOWN SNEEDVILLE
Claiborne Pickett
HUNTSVILLE
JAMESTOWN
Fentress
Campbell
Scott
ROGERSVILLE
Union
JACKSBORO
MAYNARDVILLE
CLINTON
Knox
CROSSVILLE
GREENEVILLE
Greene
Jefferson DANDRIDGE
KNOXVILLE
Cumberland
NEWPORT
Cocke
KINGSTON SEVIERVILLE
Roane Loudon LOUDON
Bledsoe
JONESBOROUGH
Hamblen
MORRISTOWN
Anderson
WARTBURG
PIKEVILLE
Grainger RUTLEDGE
Morgan
MARYVILLE
Blount
Sevier
DAYTON
Rhea
MADISONVILLE ATHENS
DECATUR
McMinn
Monroe
NORTH CAROLINA
Meigs
GEORGIA
The Knoxville Foodshed, for the purposes of this guide, is defined by a radius around the city center where farmers find Knoxville to be the nearest large metropolitan area to sell their products. The Foodshed encompasses 28 counties within Tennessee.
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Washington
Hawkins
TAZEWELL
SOUTH CAROLINA
ERWIN
Unicoi
ABOUT NOURISH KNOXVILLE Nourish Knoxville, Inc. is a Knoxville-based 501c3 non-profit organization working in the East Tennessee region to cultivate and support relationships between farmers, artisanal producers, and the community through outreach, education and advocacy and to build healthy communities through connections to local food. Current projects include the Market Square Farmers’ Market, Market Square Holiday Market, and Winter Farmers’ Market.
For information, please visit nourishknoxville.org.
CREDITS Nourish Knoxville Staff:
Charlotte Tolley and Ellie Moore
Nourish Knoxville Board of Directors: Forrest Kirkpatrick, President John Schmid, Vice President & Treasurer Paige Travis, Secretary Connie Whitehead Liz Albertson Mary Beth Tugwell Matt Gallaher
Photography: Shawn Poynter
Design:
Nathanna Design
Funding provided by:
Special thanks to:
Stacey Adam, Kristen Faerber, Knoxville Knox County Food Policy Council, Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project, Crabtree Farms
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FARMS Our region is blessed with a rich agricultural heritage. The farms listed in this guide are keeping traditions alive, as well as creating new ones, by growing food in our communities. From grassfed beef to farm-fresh milk, hybrid tomatoes to heirloom beans, conventionally grown to certified organic, you’ll find a wide variety of products coming from East Tennessee farms. Some farms are just starting out, while some families have been farming in our region for over a century. Some cultivate hundreds of acres; some tend a small garden. Whether old or new, big or small, conventional or organic, these farms offer you unparalleled freshness and variety. Support them and support a strong future for agriculture in East Tennessee.
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BLUEBERRY HILL FARM norrisblueberries.com 865-494-7903 101 Reservoir Rd, Norris
We’re a family-owned and operated u-pick farm located in the historic community of Norris. We offer an early and late crop of blueberries - highbush in June and rabbiteye from July to the end of August. U
ERIN’S MEADOW HERB FARM Contact: Kathy Burke Mihalczo erinsmeadowherbfarm.com erinsmeadow@comcast.net 865-435-1452 132 England Ln, Clinton
Beautiful display gardens, greenhouses, herb shop, and herbal education classes. Extensive variety of herb plants for cooking, medicine, crafting, and tea. Essential oils & aromatherapy supplies, dried bulk organic herbs, books & gifts, and programs for groups.
GREENBRIAR NURSERY Contact: Mindy Wells eatyouryard.biz mindy@greenbriarnursery.com Norris
We specialize in blueberry plants, offering more than 40 varieties (divided into six mini-seasons) that are both edible and beautiful. For every landscape need, there is an edible option.
HEMBREE MUSCADINE FARM hembree5841@comcast.net 865-264-4464 1984 Old Lake City Hwy, Clinton
We are a u-pick muscadine farm, open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday all day when fruit is ripe. U
MOUNTAIN MEADOWS FARM mountainmeadowsfarmtn.com mountainmeadowsfarm@gmail.com Heiskel
We’re a family-owned and operated sustainable farm in northeast Anderson Co. Our premium quality fruit, berries, and vegetables are naturally grown. We grow for farmers markets, U-Pick, CSA members, & local restauU rants in the greater Knoxville area.
woodensapplehouse.com woodensapplehouse@yahoo.com 423-447-6376 6351 New Harmony Rd, Pikeville
BACKYARD GARDEN Contact: Ken Hudson deerhunter18@aol.com 423-554-4260 Graysville
A small, family owned and operated farm situated on 130 acres in Bledsoe County.
BURNS FARMS
burnsfarms.com burnsbeef@gmail.com 423-582-7653 Pikeville
rosecombapiaries.com Clinton
Rosecomb Apiaries produces raw unfiltered Tennessee honey, bee pollen, and handcrafted 100% pure beeswax candles. With hives in Anderson and Morgan counties, we produce both wildflower honey and sourwood honey.
The Burns family has been raising Hereford cattle in the Sequatchie Valley of Tennessee for sixty years. We continue to produce championship quality cattle for other producers and meat suppliers, including Certified Hereford Beef. Our family has enjoyed the beef produced on our farm for decades and we are now offering it for direct sale to the consumer. By choosing one of our packages you can be confident in knowing where it came from as well as have the ability to customize your cuts of meat. The herd is born and raised in our pastures and never confined to a stockyard. We offer them corn feed from our grain the last few weeks for better consistency and flavor throughout the meat. The cattle are raised all natural, allowing them to mature at their own rate without unnecessary pharmaceutical intervention. The slaughter facility we work with is USDA inspected and allows each customer to specify thickness and type of their cuts of beef. We offer whole cow, half cow, mix packages, and individual cuts.
COLVIN FAMILY FARM
colvinfamilyfarm.com CustomerSupport@ColvinFamilyFarm.com 866-865-8329 1045 JB Swafford Rd, Spring City At Colvin Family Farm, we proudly raise the freshest, best tasting produce, grown without the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers, insecticides, herbicides, or fungicides. We don’t use seeds that have been Genetically Engineered (GE) or that are Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO). We raise our produce right from the ground up using natural and sustainable farming methods with the goal of protecting our community’s health and environment. We sell at several area markets and operate a CSA.
We love the farm life! Hudson Farms is located on 90 acres, 25 of which are farmed. We specialize in a wide variety of vegetables, from tomatoes to winter and summer squash. At a young age, we worked the farm because we had to, now we work the farm because we love it.
Certified Organic
Contact: William and Michelle Wells waldenridgehoney.com sales@waldenridgehoney.com 678-354-8010 Sale Creek Old fashioned artisanal beekeeping methods are used to focus on quality and to highlight the character of nature’s best sweetener. Our raw honey contains all the vitamins, nutrients, enzymes, and goodness that comes naturally from the bees. Available late summer through fall at Oren Wooden’s Apple House.
Blount County BLUE GOOSE FARM & VINEYARDS bluegoosevineyards.com 865-456-7815 3334 Old Niles Ferry Rd, Maryville
Blue Goose is a small, family-operated farm and vineyard located just outside the city limits of Maryville. We grow several different varieties of muscadines and apples. Our vineyard also has a beautiful view of the Great Smoky Mountains, making it perfect for hosting events and weddings. Our winery, located on the property, provides wine tastings and sales of our products.
BUTLER FARM
butl50@bellsouth.net 865-984-8435 2732 Taylor Rd, Maryville A family farming operation serving the Carpenters Campground community and the surrounding Blount County area. We grow a variety of fresh produce that is sold at our onsite, open-air market.
CHAMBERS HILL FARM
Contact: Brian Hudson brianhudson1974@aol.com 423-618-1774 Graysville
Certified Naturally Grown
Oren’s father set a small orchard of apple trees in the 1940s. It continued to grow over the years. Oren’s daughters, Sandy Burnett and Carole Smith, and their husbands, Mark Burnett and Labron “Chubby” Smith, now run the business and have helped him expand the orchard to over 100 acres. Apples, peaches, tomatoes, pumpkins, jams, cider, local honey, and more are available at the Apple House.
WALDEN RIDGE HONEY
HUDSON FARMS
ROSECOMB APIARIES
Visitors Welcome
OREN WOODEN FARM
Bledsoe County
Anderson County
Contact: Beverly Dupes beverlydupes@yahoo.com 865-254-4925 Rockford
We are a family owned and operated farm in the Wildwood Community. There have been hogs on our little hill for over five generations. Maybe not as many then as now! Hogs are not our only product, as our family raises cattle, chickens, goats, wheat, corn, and vegetables. We are a working farm! Most of our sales are at local farmers’ markets (Maryville, Sevier Farmers Coop, Marble Springs, Tellico Village, and New Harvest Park). We also have a roadside stand during corn season for corn sales only, located on Andy Harris Road.
Community Supported Agriculture U U-Pick
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FARMS CONING FAMILY FARM
Contact: Albert and Betty Coning coningfarm.webs.com coningfarm@yahoo.com 865-983-0153 2724 Taylor Road, Maryville We are a local farm located in the Carpenters Campground Community. Our family are fourth generation farmers. We have had farmers in our family for over 200 years. Albert has been farming for 40 years. We have been at our present location since June 1995. Ninety percent of our produce is grown right on our farm. We strive to offer the best produce at a price we would want to pay. We also sell wholesale. If you are looking for fresh produce, call us or come down and see us!
FINE FAMILY FARM
Contact: Charles Fine fine@finecommunications.com 865-300-4351 Maryville We’re a small family farm growing a wide variety of vegetables—from beans to corn and potatoes to tomatoes.
FRIENDLY FARM
friendlyfarmforfun.com friendly_farm@yahoo.com 865-982-7255 Maryville Friendly Farm is an educational working farm. We are in the process of obtaining USDA certification to become a goat dairy. Once certification is obtained we will offer goat milk and cheese products. We currently offer a variety of garden vegetables, canned goods, and goat milk soap products. On the farm we offer birthday parties, family events, and many workshops.
HONEY ROCK HERB FARM honeyrockherbfarm.com honeyrock@ntown.net 865-984-0954 113 Honey Rock Way, Louisville
We’d love to have you visit us at our farm, where you’ll find hundreds of organically grown herbs, flowers, and vegetables. We also have topiaries, planters, and “gardens in a pot.” Inside the Herbal Cottage you’ll see dried flowers, herbs, herbal soaps, books, and gifts for the gardener and good cook. We’ve chosen the best gardening tools, gloves and organic gardening supplies. You’ll love our own “3 B Honey” (in season). Stroll through our “always in progress” display gardens. Feel free to touch, smell and (if edible) nibble as you go. We’ve been growing and enjoying herbs for nearly 30 years. We’d love to share the joy of herbs with you!
THE MOCKINGBIRD FARM tyhickman5@yahoo.com 865-235-8737 Seymour
We offer a CSA program as well as produce sales at the local farmers’ markets. All of our produce is organically grown and completely free of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. In addition to fresh produce, our farm has a domestic kitchen which enables us to supply the surrounding area with homemade treats.
ROCKY PARK ORGANIC FARM montebellomaryvilletn@gmail.com 865-228-4695 882 Riverview Dr, Friendsville
We grow a wide variety of produce, including greens, strawberries, and herbs. We also have some strawberry, cilantro, parsley, fennel, dill, and spinach and other plants.We are open to the public for you to come directly to the farm and see how we grow our produce, and we sell at the Maryville Farmers Market.
RUTHERFORD’S FARM Contact: Steve Rutherford rutherfordfarms.org krutherford2@bellsouth.net 865-982-5891 3337 Mint Rd, Maryville
Rutherford’s Farm has been in operation since 1976, when we set our first strawberry plants. From mid April into December, products grown exclusively on the farm are available. During strawberry season (mid April into mid June), we offer broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, green onions, radishes, Romaine lettuce, and u-pick strawberries. By late June, green beans, summer squashes, green peppers, cukes, and tomatoes will be available. By August, a variety of winter squashes are in. In late October, we will begin to harvest sweet potatoes (red skin-orange flesh and white sweet potatoes), as well as a variety of greens. The prices are the best around, and no one will have better quality. During berry season, we are open Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat: 8-1 and 4-8. After berry season, we are on the farm Mon through Sat. Come take a look. U
TURTLE MOUNTAIN HERBS turtlemountainherbs.com turtlemountainherbs@gmail.com 865-253-3602 Rockford
We craft our own blends of herbal teas with herbs we grow ourselves.
A PLACE OF THE HEART FARM heartplace@peoplepc.com 423-784-3401 Pioneer
Our small community of individuals is dedicated to growing the healthiest produce available. We use no-till methods, thus minimizing our impact on the earth. Our only amendments are composted manure, rock phosphate, and lime. There is no use of chemical fertilizer, or pesticides. We teach others to grow food, and how to incorporate this into a healthy lifestyle. We use mostly open pollinated/heirloom seeds. We have been Certified Naturally Grown since 2009.
HIDDEN VALLEY FARM hiddenvalley896@gmail.com 423-784-6086 Pioneer
We are a u-pick blueberry farm. Please call for availability. U
SPRING CREEK FARM
springcreekfarm.weebly.com springcreekfarmtn@hotmail.com 865-406-1399 Elk Valley Spring Creek Farm is a 150 acre family farm since 1972. We provide grass-fed beef, pork, and other pastured meats, as well as Certified Naturally Grown produce, fruits, herbs, and cut and edible flowers. Plus delicious jams, jellies, butters, pickled goods, and more that are created right on the farm in our certified kitchen. Raising grass-fed beef and lamb for nearly 20 years now, as well as huge family gardens for much longer, we have countless hours of time and effort dedicated to bringing our family and customers the best products possible.
Claiborne County RIGHT BY NATURE FARM
Contact: Darren Farquhar facebook.com/RightByNatureFarm rightbynaturefarm@gmail.com 423-626-8776 3608 Goin Rd, New Tazewell We are an artisan farm specializing in providing health and environmentally conscious produce, herbs, flowers, honey, animal shares, and other locally produced products. We offer heirloom tomato plants, farm education classes, outdoor yoga, and CSA memberships throughout the growing seasons. We also grow specialty produce upon request. Our farm is open Friday-Sunday 10-5 and by appointment during the week.
HUFF FARM
chagen318@yahoo.com 865-254-8745 Maryville Our family-run operation specializes in several varieties of sweet corn. We sell our corn directly to our customers at five different farmers’ markets in the East Tennessee region.
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TERRACED GARDENS FARM terraced-gardens-farm.com rototiller2@yahoo.com 865-789-5285 New Tazewell
HERB AND PLOW FARM
Quality vegetables grown without herbicides or pesticides. Selling through local farmers’ markets in Knoxville. I follow the Albrecht system of balanced soil fertility and feel that it enhances the overall quality and flavor of what I have to offer.
Contact: Chris Arnold herbandplow.com herbandplow@gmail.com 423-223-4854 Grimsley
CATSKILL FARM
THREE FORKS CATTLE COMPANY
teapea2sei@outlook.com 423-623-6827 Bybee A 90 acre family farm, we grow German red garlic, okra, eggplant, sweet and hot peppers, cabbage, bush/pole beans (assorted varieties), swiss chard, squash, pumpkins, and all natural range cattle. We sell at tailgate markets in Gatlinburg, Newport, and Bybee.
GOODWATER VINEYARDS Contact: Laura Poland goodwatervineyards.com goodwatervineyard@yahoo.com 423-608-4977 1861 Goodwater Rd, Bybee
Goodwater Vineyards is a family run farm and winery located on the Nolichucky River. We hand select grapes from over 30 acres of estate vines. The winery, where you can try all of our estate grown wines, is open to the public Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. Come stroll our beautiful vineyards, sip a glass of our wine on Goodwater Island, or take a tour of the winery. We also offer catered picnics, events, and weddings!
KYLE CARVER ORCHARD 423-487-2419 3460 Cosby Hwy, Cosby
The Carvers have been growing apples in the area since the 1940s. Kyle Carver started his orchard in 1942, hand grafting and planting apple trees in his cornfield. The orchard now sits on 75 acres in Cosby, boasting over 40,000 trees and 126 varieties of apples. Shop the apple barn for bags and bushels of apples, as well as local honey, cider, jams & jellies, fried apple pies, and much more. Visit the neighboring Applehouse Restaurant for home-cooked meals in a relaxed family atmosphere overlooking the rolling hills of our orchard.
Cumberland County
Our farm grows 30 acres of Tennessee tomatoes, 2 acres of pumpkins, 10 acres of peppers, 1 1/2 acres of strawberries, 1 acre of cucumbers, 3 acres of green beans, & 2 acres of squash. We also offer beef on the hoof. Visitors welcome by appointment. U
We are a small family farm that offers retail cuts of all-natural beef and chicken with no added antibiotics, hormones, or steroids.
We harvest acres upon acres of farm-fresh produce grown right in Grainger County. We sell our produce locally at the Morristown Farmers Market.
WOLF RIVER VALLEY GROWERS
JACKSON STRAIGHTS FARM
Located in the scenic Wolf River Valley in the Cumberland Mountains, we specialize in a large assortment of greenhouse grown vegetable plants in the spring, and over 40 varieties of herbs, including six basil and several thyme varieties. You can shop in 56 greenhouses overflowing with colorful flowers, hanging baskets, naturally grown herbs and vegetables, and much more. We are a 20 year old family business run by three families, situated next to the Sgt. Alvin C. York burial site. Check website for seasonal hours.
Our 100% grass-fed beef comes directly from our farm to you. We’re committed to a more natural approach to farming. We pride ourselves on producing a pure, healthy, sustainable product that will grace your table and satisfy your hunger for real beef.
wolfriver.net pwpgre@yahoo.com 800-841-5210 170 Greenhouse Ln, Pall Mall
Grainger County 4 CORNERS RANCH
JOHN MIXON FARMS
johnmixonfarms@gmail.com 865-712-3079 Rutledge
865-767-3766 225 Riverview Church Rd, Bean Station
Naturally Raised Longhorn Beef. Longhorn is biologically 95% lean, a healthier alternative to commercial breeds for your beef choice.
BUSLER’S FARM
An organic farm located 5 miles from Hwy 11W and 15 miles from Hwy 81 offering a variety of fresh produce and Tennessee Red Cob corn meal, ground fresh on the farm. We also offer Tennessee Red Cob seed. Come out and see us!
MORGAN FARMS
865-850-3418 Rutledge
We’re a family-owned business that has been farming for more than 20 years. We’re known for our Grainger County tomatoes, of which we grow several varieties.
Certified Organic
Contact: Jen Cate jacksonstraightsfarm.com jen.cate@jacksonstraightsfarm.com 865-603-5706 West Thorn Hill
LAKEVIEW FARMS
fourcornersranch.com 865-403-2870 Washburn
Certified Naturally Grown
Contact: Terry Holt haneytrish@yahoo.com 865-621-8163 Rutledge
We focus on several varieties of tomatoes and other seasonal fruits and vegetables. As a family farming operation that has been in business for over 30 years, it is our joy, as well as our job, to provide our customers with farm fresh produce.
CLIFTON FARM
Organic and sustainable farming practices are utilized in growing a wide variety of veggies and fruits on the farm. The Happy Hens provide fresh eggs year round and the newly added chemical-free “Miss Bee Haven” Apiary ensures that the crops are pollinated and productive AND provide nutritious honey in the process!
daltonfarms12@gmail.com 865-804-4964 Rutledge
HOLT’S FARM
Our family farm has been in continuous operation for nearly 100 years. In the past, tobacco was grown and cured in the barns. Today, we offer farm-fresh produce.
Contact: Theresa Brooks wildthingscsafarm.com wildthings@frontiernet.net 931-787-3333 Crab Orchard
Our historic family farm is located one mile north of Cherokee Dam. We grow a little bit of everything, from strawberries to pumpkins.
Contact: Brad Smith threeforkscattlecompany.com brad@threeforkscattlecompany.com 931-261-7246 Pall Mall
865-933-1483 Blaine
WILD THINGS FARM
carrollm85@yahoo.com 865-828-5690 Rutledge
DALTON FARMS
Herb and Plow is a certified naturally grown fruit and vegetable farm. We raise over 50+ fruits, herbs and veggies. We have a diversified CSA program and offer group CSAs and generous discounts to those who host, recruit, and organize the drop off.
Cocke County
Visitors Welcome
COMBS FARMS
Fentress County
emorgan1226@gmail.com 865-806-9093 Rutledge We have farmed all our lives. We grow top-quality produce, mainly focusing on tomatoes. We also grow beans, cucumbers, peppers, onions, corn, and zucchini. We work hard to ensure that everything we grow gets proper attention. Good appearance, top quality, and great flavor are what we are all about.
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FARMS RICHLAND VINEYARDS
facebook.com/RichlandVineyards rvfarmgirls@gmail.com 865-679-7901 1653 Indian Ridge Rd, Blaine We are open for u-pick from the first of August-October. We grow grapes and muscadines on 17 acres for wine, jelly making, juice, or fresh eating. We have about 15 varieties of grapes, and 7 different varieties of muscadines, both the black or red varieties and the bronze or green varieties. We are open for picking from 10am to dusk, but please call beU fore coming.
RITTER FARMS
ritterfarms.com ritterfarms@frontiernet.net 865-767-2575 2999 Hwy 11W S, Rutledge Our mission is to bring people back to the farm where they can see where their food comes from, buy it as soon as it is harvested, and enjoy the farm atmosphere of times past. We have farm fresh vegetables, fresh pork raised and packaged by Ritter Farms, and a variety of salsas, relishes, jams, and tomato products made in our Country Kitchen.
SPOUT SPRING ESTATES WINERY AND VINEYARD SpoutSpringEstates.com belt.alice@gmail.com 865-719-7485 430 Riddle Ln, Blaine
The farm winery and vineyard is located 40 minutes NE of downtown Knoxville and a must see to believe venue for weddings, reunions, corporate gatherings, or other special occasions with 360 degree mountain views. Enjoy picnics and hiking as well.
Greene County CEDARSIDE FARM
cedarsidefarm@aol.com 423-422-4724 Midway We are a small family farm near Bulls Gap. We specialize in select Certified Naturally Grown vegetables, gourmet mushrooms, free range eggs, and pasture raised lamb.
GIBSON BERRY FARM
facebook.com/GibsonBerryFarm 828-385-4442 Chuckey The Gibson Berry Farm is located in the rolling hills of Greene Co. The farm follows organic growing practices. We currently grow blueberries. U
THE OLE FARM HOUSE
Contact: Judy Shelton theolefarmhouse.com info.theolefarmhouse@gmail.com 423-552-3023 630 Johnson Rd, Greeneville We are a small, family-owned agritourism farm. We give tours by appt. We raise goats for meat, pets, & breeding stock, chickens for eggs, a variety of fruits including: grapes, raspberries, blueberries, and have a large garden with lots of fresh veggies in season (produce through November). We make and sell goat milk soap, ceramics, pottery, and handcrafted items. Our studio is open on Tuesdays from 10am - 4pm (other times by appt.). We also have a licensed massage therapist, by appt.
ROCKY FIELD FARM wayne.hughes@fbitn.com 423-620-0184 Afton
Founded in 1796, Rocky Field Farm is a beef farm growing various forages to support a cow herd of 55 head. We specialize in Angus cattle free of hormones and antibiotics. We treat our cows humanely and the environment responsibly.
RURAL RESOURCES GARDEN ruralresources.net eva@ruralresources.net 423-636-8171 Greeneville
Rural Resources is a nonprofit organization located on a non-certified organic farm. Along with our educational programming, we have a market garden which produces a range of vegetables and fruits. We also sell pastured pork products, value-added items prepared by participants in our Farm & Food Teen Training Program for at risk teens, and garden supplies such as soil amendments and plant starts. We are in the process of ramping up our meat rabbit production and hope to offer rabbit some time in the future.
STILL HOLLOW FARM
stillhollowcenturyfarm.com stillhollowfarm.birdwell@gmail.com 423-638-3967 3005 West Allen’s Bridge Rd, Greeneville Follow the quilt trail to our Century Farm. We are on the national registry as a historic location. Agritourism with an emphasis on history & hospitality. We host weddings, field trips, and seasonal barn sales.
SUMMERFIELD FARM
mysummerfieldfarm.com mysummerfieldfarm@gmail.com 423-525-2621 Afton We grow herb, vegetable and perennial plants for sale from the farm and at local farmers markets.
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Hamblen County NOLICHUCKY VINEYARD
nolichuckyvineyard.com 423-586-8889 6600 Fish Hatchery Rd, Russellville Nolichucky Vineyard was once a tobacco farm located adjacent to the beautiful Nolichucky River, but in 2007 our family decided to plant our first vines in this rich river bottom soil that included: Riesling, Stuben, Traminette, Catawba, Concord, and Muscadine Grapes. The Grape Barn opened July 2012 as the FIRST LICENSED FARM WINERY in the State of Tennessee. Our Tasting Room is now open and we have several different wines for your tasting pleasure. We also host special events and weddings.
Hancock County WILD HARE FARMS Contact: Gary VanCott gvancott@hotmail.com 423-300-8353 Sneedville
Organic production of a wide variety of vegetables and flowers.
Hawkins County JEM FARM
jemfarm.net jemfarm@gmail.com 423-921-7979 Rogersville We are a small family run farm and grow certified organic produce. We are also non-GMO chicken and egg producers, as well as non-GMO pork and goat producers.
Jefferson County 2 CHICKS AND A FARM
2chicksandafarm.com twochicksandafarm@yahoo.com 865-441-5743 Jefferson City 2 chicks and a farm is...well...just that! Two chicks (Jen and Kim) started farming in order to provide fresh, homegrown, chemical, and pesticide free produce to local residents at a reasonable price. We comply with all organic restrictions and requirements. We provide products through Garden Delivery CSA, as well as at area farmers markets.
BREWERS MUSHROOMS brewersmushrooms.com info@brewersmushrooms.com 423-441-2533 Dandridge
We’re a family-owned and operated gourmet and medicinal mushroom farm. We provide a variety of mushrooms that are healthy and very good using no chemicals or pesticides. We also teach Educational Classes, Forays, Seminars and “HandsOn” Workshops. Our mushrooms are available through Garden Delivery CSA.
THE BRIAR PATCH hot35truck@gmail.com 423-608-2531 Dandridge
We sell our wild blackberries at Dandridge Farmers Market. Blackberries are wild-harvested and available from the last week in June until the first week in August, depending on rainfall and temperatures.
BRIDGETTE’S FRESH PRODUCE bridgettesfreshproduce@gmail.com 865-282-5572 White Pine
RIVERPLAINS FARM
Knox County
riverplainsfarmgoods.com 865-253-2227 Strawberry Plains
We raise non-GMO corn, grass-fed beef, and pastured chicken, pork and eggs on our family farm. You can find our products at the farm and used on our food truck, Mister Canteen.
RUSHY SPRINGS FARM
rushyspringsfarm.wordpress.com rushyspringsfarm@gmail.com Talbott Our production is concentrated in high quality garlic, a few carefully chosen heirloom tomato varieties, and over two dozen exceptional chilies that cover an extensive array of flavor and heat variations. In addition to selling fresh chilies, primarily at the Market Square Farmers’ Market and to high end restaurants, I transform them into world class salt brine fermented chili sauces, as well as dried whole chilies and single variety chili powders. During fresh chile season various chile jams will be available. From time to time throughout the year salt brine fermentations loosely based on kimchi will be available as the required greens and vegetables come into season.
SHELTON FARM
7S LANDSCAPING AND FARMS 7sfarms.com Knoxville
Live to farm. Love to eat. We are a partnership between two farms where we grow a variety of produce.
THE ABBEY FIELDS
abbey-fields.com brenna.wright@henryandwallace.com 316-641-7117 1400 Washington Ave, Knoxville We’re an urban farm located right in the heart of Knoxville. We’re a chemical-free farm focusing on reclaiming blighted landscapes for agriculture use. We offer half and full size CSA shares; the 2015 season runs May-Nov.
BEAUCHENE BERRY FARM beauchen@utk.edu 865-693-4221 9020 Bluegrass Rd, Knoxville
We offer u-pick blueberries and blackberries from midJune through the end of July. We also have a limited selection of vegetables. U
I started this business at the age of 11. Now 21, I grow around 12 acres of vegetable crops to sell at 3 area farmers markets 5 days a week.
sheltonfarmdan@yahoo.com 865-388-9014 New Market
COUNTRY LANE FARM
We’re a family operation growing GMO-free corn for use in our stone ground grits and cornmeal. We also sell black raspberries, blackberries, asparagus, okra, green beans, and sweet corn grown in the rich soils of East Tennessee.
BLACK OAK FARMS
TALL CEDAR FARM
Here at our farm, home grown fruits and vegetables are harvested at the peak of ripeness and flavor. Berries and peaches are available on a u-pick basis. We do the work of gathering the other fruits and vegetables. The harvested produce is available at the stand when it’s in season. Early crops start to arrive beginning of April and harvest season ends mid October. High performing registered Angus cattle graze the hills surrounding the crop land. Bulls and females are available most of the year. Nearly all the cattle are sired by the top A.I. sires and complete EPD’s are available. U
Contact: Jim Holbert cjholbertfarm@gmail.com 865-804-2503 New Market
We specialize in Certified Naturally Grown produce and grainfed beef on the hoof. We have garlic, most all cool weather, summer, and fall crops, and we make our own compost using old hay, yard clippings, and animal manures. We also have a nice flock of laying hens that produce great eggs and 2 honey bee hives to help with pollination. We are at the Knoxville F.A.R.M. market on Fridays and the Dandridge Market on Saturdays, and distribute through Garden Delivery CSA.
GADDIS VINEYARD
bobbygaddis1@gmail.com 865-850-1006 Dandridge
goodearthfarmers@gmail.com 865-397-7679 New Market We’re a 20-acre farm growing pesticide-free vegetables without the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers. We have four acres dedicated as wildlife habitat. We also participate in and manage the weekly email ordering service called Garden Delivery CSA, where members order only the items they need with a low $25.00 annual membership fee. Please see the Garden Delivery CSA ad in this publication for more information.
TYLER’S HONEY
We grow different varieties of grapes for the wineries of East Tennessee. For the farmers’ markets we grow both seeded and seedless American grapes. We also grow blue and white muscadines.
tylershoney@aol.com 865-322-3363 Dandridge
We’re a local company specializing in raw, comb, chunk, and creamed honey, as well as beeswax, beeswax candles, and other related products.
HILL FARMS
hillfarmstn@yahoo.com 865-548-7671 Strawberry Plains We sell 1/4, 1/2, and whole calves on the hoof.
MOSSY CREEK MUSHROOMS
blackoakfarmstn.com 865-687-6900 7235 Corryton Rd, Corryton
CARE OF THE EARTH COMMUNITY FARM
careoftheearthcommunityfarm.blogspot.com careoftheearthcommunityfarm@gmail.com 865-978-0561 4314 Varnard Lane, Corryton We’re a small diversified, Certified Naturally Grown family farm. We grow fruits and vegetables and also have free range eggs. We’re supported by 100 CSA families and also sell our produce to other local businesses.
• 100% naturally grown dairy, syrups and coffee
mossycreekmushrooms.com mossycreekmushrooms@gmail.com 865-742-6521 Jefferson City
• Local producers for honey, dairy and pastries
Our focus has been to grow our mushrooms as sustainably as possible. We grow on locally sourced materials, recycle waste such as coffee grounds, and use our mushroom compost in many restorative projects. We sell fresh mushrooms and DIY kits.
• Proud member of Three Rivers, our local co-op
Visitors Welcome
Certified Naturally Grown
• All used coffee grounds donated to local gardens
Certified Organic
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FARMS CARNATHAN APIARIES thewizabides@gmail.com Knoxville
I am a local beekeeper with hives in Knox and Blount Counties. I make 100% pure, raw, unprocessed honey. I sell at the Market Square Farmers’ Markets and to local businesses.
CHAMPION DAYLILIES
championdaylilies.com logan@championdaylilies.com 865-777-2625 341 McFee Rd, Knoxville We hybridize daylilies from start to finish. We are a local company that grows flowers, plants, vegetables, and berries.
CLEAR SPRINGS FARM
clearspringsfarm.org clearspringsbfarm@yahoo.com 865-622-0380 Corryton We offer vegetable, herb, annual, perennial, and small fruit plants and trees. We also offer fresh picked blueberries (in season) Horse Hooch plant food, and 26+ varieties of fresh cut herbs. We hold workshops on herbs, greenhouse growing, and more.
CROOKED ROAD FARM crookedroadfarm.com crookedroadfarm@gmail.com 865-577-2938 Knoxville
We are Knoxville’s most local Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) farm! Located in South Knox County, we specialize in seasonal produce, pasture-raised eggs, and pasture-raised pork.
CRUZE FARM
cruzefarm.com cruzefarm@gmail.com Knoxville We milk Jersey cows and bottle our own whole pasteurized milk, and pasteurize and bottle real churned buttermilk, light milk, and chocolate milk. We also churn ice cream on our farm starting with milk and cream from our Jersey cows, local eggs, cane sugar, and salt. Our cows are on pasture 365 days a year and are never given hormones. Our milk is not homogenized so the cream rises to the top. You will find our milk in many local markets, mom-and-pop grocery stores, and food cooperatives throughout East Tennessee. Our dairy is a state approved and inspected milk processing plant. Several years ago we placed a conservation easement on our farm and hope that it will now be “a farm forever.”
DEBBIE REAGAN’S FARM darknoxseed@yahoo.com Knoxville
We are just a backyard garden. We take pride in the products that we grow and want to share with other people.
DIXIE LEE GREENHOUSE
GREEN ACRES FARM
We are a family-owned and operated business. We sell quality annuals, perennials, vegetables, and herbs. We’ve been in business for more than 30 years and hope to serve all of our customers for many more.
We’re a Tennessee Century Farm, owned and operated by the Carter family since 1803. We offer gourmet, grassfed Piedmontese beef—USDA inspected, dry aged, vacuum packed, and frozen—the best tender lean beef you’ll find.
dixieleegh@gmail.com 865-675-5812 921 Fretz Rd, Knoxville
DOUG’S OTHER HONEY slonox@comcast.net Knoxville
Pure 100% natural honey. Raw, unfiltered honey just the way it comes from the hive. I maintain hives in Union, Knox, and Claiborne counties.
EVERYTHING MUSHROOMS everythingmushrooms.com info@everythingmushrooms.com 865-329-7566 1004 Sevier Ave, Knoxville
We are your complete mushroom supply, gift, and resource center. We have everything you need to begin exploring the wonderful and curious world of mushrooms and mushroom cultivation: fresh mushrooms, mushroom spawn, grow kits.
FAITH FARMS
greenacresbeef@gmail.com 865-389-5699 Knoxville
GREGORY’S GREENHOUSE PRODUCTIONS gregorysgreenhouse.com bb.blankenship@gmail.com 865-607-0030 Knoxville
We specialize in growing over fifty edible herbs, micro-greens, vegetable plants, and bedding flowers that include annuals and perennials. For over 20 years, Gregory’s Greenhouse Productions has been growing quality plants and empowering their customers to care for them.
KING’S HYDROFARM
kingshydrofarm.com jking218@comcast.net 865-660-9655 3238 Tipton Station Rd, Knoxville
We run a family farm with cows, chickens, fruit, and vegetables. We make our own grain for our animals and use no pesticides. We serve with a ministry that serves the homeless and addicted. We have a farm stand and u-pick. U
Three generations of the King family work together to bring you the freshest produce for your table. We offer u-pick hydroponic lettuce, strawberries, tomatoes, and other seasonal vegetables Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Our farm store carries our jams, pickles, baked goods, and more. You can also find us at the Market Square Farmers’ Market with our produce, baked goods, and canned products. We also offer tours by appointU ment.
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LACEWING FARMS
owensr12@yahoo.com 865-256-3312 8317 Martin Mill Pk, Knoxville
farm7009.biz farm7009@gmail.com Dandridge An increasing number of informed foodies want every bite of their food to contain ONLY the freshest local certified ingredients money can buy. Whether in a quickly thrown together fun pita pizza or a serious multi-course gourmet meal, why not treat your health to pure certified ingredients? We grow it, we harvest it and we deliver it directly to you in Knoxville, typically the same day. No GMOs. No Pesticides. Pure Food.
THE FRUIT AND BERRY PATCH Contact: Jeff Fox thefruitandberrypatch.com jefffox01@yahoo.com 865-922-3779 4407 McCloud Rd, Knoxville
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Contact: Brian Ader lacewingfarms.com brianader@lacewingfarms.com 865-223-0542 Knoxville We are a small scale vegetable operation focused on providing the highest quality produce to the surrounding community. We grow following organic standards but are not certified.
MCBEE DAIRY FARM mcbeedairyfarm.com info@mcbeedairyfarm.com 865-919-7098 Mascot
We strive to produce our products the way God has intended. As we have listened to God’s direction in our life, we have learned a great deal about the stewardship of our resources. We offer a year-round meat and dairy CSA. To schedule a visit, contact us. Or plan to become a part of the fun hanging out at one of our movie nights or planting in our new community garden.
NEUBERT SPRINGS GARDENS
ROOSTER’S CROW FARM
SPIRIT DOG FARM
We were established in 1988 by Stephen and Kate Todd of Knoxville. Our gardens offer a wide range of produce from traditional hearty fare to eclectic gourmet delights.
We offer a large variety of fruits and veggies grown in East Knox County. We have heirloom tomatoes including Cherokee Purple, Mr. Stripey, and Brandywine Pink. We also feature Mt. Majesty, Mt. Fresh, and Mt. Merit tomatoes as well as sun sugar yellow cherry with the greatest taste. Also we feature 8 different types of pepper including massive bell peppers, cayenne, jalapenos, habaneros, hot and sweet bananas, anaheim, and poblanos. We have luscious cantaloupe and watermelon, both seeded and seedless. Other products are onions, sweet potatoes, summer and winter squash, broccoli, lettuce, kale, eggplant, interesting gourds, and pumpkins.
Appalachian Grown, non-certified organic fresh garden produce and herbs available on-site. Also available: fresh eggs, composted manure, custom chicken coops, and other farm crafts. Call for availability, information, and U directions.
neubertspringsgardens.com info@neubertspringsgardens.com 865-660-2060 Knoxville
PHILIP LAKIN
phillakin@aol.com 865-414-5744 Strawberry Plains I raise Scottish black faced sheep. I offer custom butchering, call for availability. Pick up on farm, or I will deliver.
RIDGETOP GARDENS
facebook.com/RidgetopGardensInc ridgetop_gardens@yahoo.com Powell Hydroponic herb farm. We grow a select variety of lettuces, kale, and seasonal herbs. We specialize in multiple varieties of basil and microgreens. Pesticide free. All non-GMO seed.
RIVERDALE NURSERY, LLC riverdalenursery.com riverdalenursery@aol.com 865-546-2829 3220 Rush Miller Rd, Knoxville
We grow a large selection of plants: seasonal vegetable starts, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, figs, hard to find perennials, select annuals, vines, flowering trees, and shrubs as well as an extensive line of culinary herbs.
RIVERVIEW FAMILY FARM riverviewfamilyfarm.com janice@riverviewfamilyfarm.com 865-966-9063 12130 Prater Ln, Knoxville
We’re located in west Knox County on the banks of the Tennessee River. Schedule your next outdoor event on a working cattle farm or order our premium Black Angus Beef for your family.
Visitors Welcome
Contact: Kevin Hosey kbhosey@gmail.com 865-548-7333 Knoxville
ROSEBERRY CREEK FARM @ FERN VALLEY fernvalleyvine@gmail.com 865-688-1548 Corryton
SCRUFFY LITTLE TOMATOES Contact: Phillip Cook phil.cook@rocketmail.com Powell
stillwatersfarm-tn.com stillwatersfarm.tn@gmail.com 865-281-0894 7004 Fairview Rd, Corryton We are a Certified Naturally Grown blueberry farm 8 miles outside of Fountain City. We have fresh blueberries, blueberry and wild blackberry wine, and fresh high-omega 3 eggs from pasture raised chickens.
STRONG STOCK FARM
On Facebook at Strong Stock Farm strongstockfarm@gmail.com 865-250-4829 Knoxville Strong Stock Farm is a 1791 land grant farm. The family run farm focuses on natural foods, selling organically raised, hormone free, grass fed Angus cattle and beef.
TENNESSEE VALLEY FARMS
A small-scale organic vegetable transplant business.
SHADY LADY FARM billandbetty2.com ouchitbyrne@gmail.com 865-909-9855 Knoxville
We specialize in locally grown vegetables, berries, and flowers.
Certified Organic
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Providing locally grown fruit, berries, and produce. Mission Statement: Taking the family farm to a sustainable state by maintaining family agriculture and providing a local food source. Starting with grapevines, berry bushes, and fruit trees with expansion to fresh produce and a future in agriculture value added processes.
Certified Naturally Grown
turtleislandmandellas.info/spiritdog spirit.dog.farm@gmail.com 865-577-8602 Knoxville
tnvalleyfarms.com info@tnvalleyfarms.com 865-525-4007 Knoxville
We produce delicious and tender 100% Black Angus grass-fed beef. Our cattle are raised and pastured locally, so you always know where your beef comes from. We don’t use antibiotics or added hormones, making our beef safer and healthier. We protect our animals’ welfare by raising them under humane, natural conditions and using only low stress management techniques. You can find our beef at select local retailers and at the F.A.R.M. markets, as well as direct from us by appointment at The Shops at Sequoyah Hills.
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FARMS WILSON FAMILY FARM cww2@frontiernet.net 865-947-1449 Powell
We have provided fresh naturally grown produce through local farmers markets since 2002. We now offer the same high quality vegetables via our farm CSA.
ZAVELS FAMILY FARM 865-640-6209 Luttrell
We are a family operation in east Knox County. We grow more than 50 varieties of fruits and vegetables as well as raise lamb and pork.
Loudon County CENTURY HARVEST FARMS
ECO-RICH FARMS
ecorichfarms.com Laura@ecorichfarms.com 865-856-3800 Greenback Eco-Rich Farms is a commercial sized Aquaponic Farm that is committed to sustainable farming practices. We are 100% chemical free (no pesticides, no herbicides, no fungicides and zero synthetic fertilizers). Aquaponics is a sustainable food production system that combines traditional aquaculture with hydroponics in a symbiotic environment.
HINES VALLEY FARM hinesvalleyfarm.com john@hinesvalleyfarm.com Lenoir City
A USDA Certified Organic vegetable farm. Buy from the stand at the Saturday Knoxville Market Square Farmers’ Market, Three Rivers Market, or local restaurants.
centuryharvest.com grassfed@centuryharvest.com 865-724-1203 7085 Morganton Rd, Greenback
HONEY’S BLUEBERRY FARM
Distributing in Knoxville, we provide families and restaurants with wholesome 100% grass-fed beef. We are producer pledged and consumer certified™ and strive to provide the purest and highest quality ground beef and steaks available. As a family farm, Century Harvest guarantees absolute purity of product and clarity for the consumer. From the day the cow is born until the day you pick up your beef, our customers take pride in knowing their food was humanely raised on an open pasture. We’ve developed an innovative way to buy grass-fed beef that is fresher, healthier, and higher in quality than anything you will find — even in gourmet markets. Take our tour and learn how. Century Harvest products are available exclusively through the BetterBushel.com and at our downtown storefront, Just Ripe.
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DEEP WELL FARM
deepwellfarm.com info@deepwellfarm.com 865-803-4425 9567 Hwy 11 E, Lenoir City Take a trip to a simpler time when you visit Deep Well Farm. We have plenty to do and see: corn maze, pumpkin patch, mega slides, farm animals, picnic areas, concessions, and more. Our family has been farming for nearly 50 years. In the past, we have grown sod, tobacco, corn and hay, but now it is mostly hay and pumpkins. As a family, we have decided to get back to our farming roots. We have been joined by our two sons, our daughter-in-laws and our grandchildren. We are excited for our grandchildren and the public to be exposed to an older way of life. Our entire family has enjoyed being a part of what we have already accomplished and we look forward to expanding our farm.
DRY RIDGE FARM
dryridgefarm.com 865-567-3585 3555 Dry Ridge Rd, Loudon U-pick muscadine grape operation in beautiful Loudon.
On Facebook at Honeys Blueberry Farm 865-310-2188 433 Kingston Hwy, Loudon
MILNE FARM
milnefarm.com 865-856-2193 6646 Morganton Rd, Greenback
SWEETWATER VALLEY FARM sweetwatervalley.com 865-458-9192 17988 W Lee Hwy, Philadelphia
Our farm, located between the towns of Philadelphia and Loudon, is in the heart of southeast Tennessee’s dairyrich Sweetwater Valley. It is known for its agricultural vitality and progress. We’re proud to be a part of this rich farming region. While today’s Sweetwater Valley Farm cheese is produced in a state-of-the-art facility, owner John Harrison has preserved the fine art and craft of making cheese in the traditional farmstead manner in which we control the process from cow to consumer in order to create high-quality cheddar cheese.
McMinn County COUNTRY GARDEN APIARIES Contact: Aulton and Joyce Philips countrygardenapiaries.com Etowah
Country Garden Apiaries produces pure, raw honey with nothing added and nothing removed. Honey is collected from hives, spun out of the comb, run through one large mesh filter to remove bee parts and large pieces of wax, and bottled. All the natural pollen remains so that the product is 100% honey. It is never heated except very slightly so that it will flow into the bottles. Our honey comes from mountain wildflowers to make a delicious East Tennessee delight.
A family owned and family run fruit farm growing 14 varieties of grapes, 6 varieties of muscadines, 4 varieties of blackberries, 3 varieties of apples, and blueberries. The grapes, muscadines, and blackberries are all pick your own. The apples are picked on a call ahead basis. We can pick any of the fruit for you when you arrive or you can call ahead and we will have your fruit ready for you. You will also find us at the Maryville Farmers Market when our fruit is in season. U
DAVIS FARM
RICHESIN FAMILY FARM
RIDGE LINE FARMS
Our goal is to provide the very best fruits, vegetables, and jellies. Blackberries are our speciality, but we also grow strawberries, blueberries,watermelons, pumpkins, and other seasonal vegetables. We have started growing peaches, aronia berries, and raspberries. We offer our produce as u-pick or already picked at our farm. U
We raise angus beef, USDA processed, that we sell by the whole, half, or by package. We also have 90 blueberry bushes available for u-pick in the summer. We sell from our farm store and at the Maryville Farmers Market. Our farm is located between Athens and Decatur off Hwy 30.
richesinfamilyfarm.com cerichesin@gmail.com 865-680-3520 6305 River Rd, Loudon
RICKY BAILEY HONEY BEES marblesettersunited@gmail.com 865-250-8123 Lenoir City
I have been in the bee business for over 15 years. I am a Tennessee state bee inspector. I offer honey, beeswax products, bee pollen, vegetables, berries, and more. We also raise beef cattle on the family farm that was purchased in 1918.
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Contact: Tony Davis davismcminnfarm.com tnqwest@gmail.com 423-507-3084 Etowah A family owned and operated produce farm in McMinn County.
On facebook at Ridge Line Farms rlfarms65@gmail.com 423-506-3058 139 County Rd 100, Decatur
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SPRING CREEK VEGGIES Contact: Troy Teets springcreekveggies.com 382cr62@gmail.com 423-920-2850 Riceville
DIEVA’S HERB FARM
Great Produce HERE! Our family run farm gratefully provides heirloom and open-pollinated produce using sustainable non-certified organic and biodynamic methods. We specialize in unique varieties of traditional crops. We offer a unique flexible alternative to traditional CSAs for people who want to support a local farm.We strive to support the sustainability of our local food system. We accomplish this by marketing our products as close to home as possible (under 100 miles) and by sourcing our seed and other inputs as locally as possible. We offer a variety of in-season internship opportunities here at the farm in sustainable Market Farm methods.
TICKIWOO FARM
tickiwoofarm.com paula.tickiwoofarm@gmail.com 423-744-7304 Athens Farm fresh eggs from hens on pasture.
On Facebook at DiEva’s Herb Farm ajdieva@gmail.com 423-337-0343 Sweetwater DiEva’s Herb Farm is an organic practice farm specializing in culinary, medicinal, & ornamental herbs. This season we will be offering cut flower bouquets too. We also provide specialized teaching at your venue or the farm. We are a teaching farm with focus on the natural ways. This season represents our 24th. Alan is a Master Gardener certified through Rutgers Univ. in New Jersey.
BIG SYCAMORE FARM
bigsycamorefarm@gmail.com 404-447-4014 Decatur We are a small self-sufficient farm growing non-GMO fruits & vegetables using sustainable methods. We raise our animals respectfully and in a happy natural environment. Throughout the year we offer full and half pork, lamb, and beef shares. We also raise chickens for eggs and meat. You can find us at various farmers’ markets selling in-season produce, free range brown eggs, seedlings, and baked goods.
GLO-N-GRO HYDROPONICS glo-n-gro.com info@glo-n-gro.com 423-665-3291 Georgetown
facebook.com/grampysanta 423-253-6742 620 Towee Falls Rd, Tellico Plains We have u-pick blueberries and muscadines. We also have unsprayed apples, pears, and cherries that are available for u-pick and are used in our jams and jellies. Our bakery and gift shop carries old fashioned desserts, our honey and eggs, and kitchen crafts. U
stonemountainalpacas.com shop@stonemountainalpacas.com 423-836-9016 Sweetwater
We raise alpacas for their awesome fiber and create wearable art from the fine yarns we get. We also raise a vegetable garden for the summer months that is all natural with no pesticides used and all natural fertilizer. We raise all natural chickens for the eggs. We love to have farm visits too.
STRAWBERRY KNOB FARMS strawberryknobfarms.com mark@strawberryknobfarms.com 423-836-1133 3250 New Hwy 68, Madisonville
U-pick strawberry patch located 1/2 mile from the Lost U Sea, just off of New Hwy 68 in Madisonville.
TSALI NOTCH VINEYARDS
We grow fruits and vegetables using organic methods in hydroponic towers. We live on the farm, so feel free to drop in if you see us out on the farm or by calling ahead. We welcome volunteers and love to share our information in helping families or businesses set up their own hydroponic growing systems for their own use.
weeintn.com weeintn@gmail.com 423-371-8856 Sweetwater Small market farm that uses permaculture practices to increase its sustainability. We have a small, state certified on-farm kitchen for our pickles, jams, and confections. We also have a saw mill to mill our wood for our handmade lap-steel guitars and other wood crafts. We are home to Java Lava Fudge that is made with our farm grown and smoked chipotle peppers. We also grow several types of heirloom seed for our pickles and for sale.
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SANTA’S BERRY FARM
STONE MOUNTAIN ALPACAS
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tsalinotch.com tsalinotchjd@gmail.com 423-506-9895 140 Harrison Rd, Madisonville
At Tsali Notch, Tennessee’s largest commercial muscadine vineyard, our passion is the muscadine grape. Indigenous to the Southeast, this fruit combines health benefits with a taste both delicious and sweet. To celebrate one of nature’s most delectable health foods, we offer a variety of muscadine products in a setting where rustic simplicity meets modern flair. According to the owner, “With so much to see and taste and experience, U our vineyard is truly a feast for the senses.”
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COLLINS FARM
collinsfarmbeef.com rachlbell0709@gmail.com 423-215-5764 Rockwood We produce home-grown beef (both grass-finished and grain-finished), fresh pork, as well as farm-fresh eggs. Beef deliveries are available to Knoxville area customers. We also deliver twice a year to Nashville, and once a year to the Tri-Cities.
CROSS BROTHERS ENTERPRISES Contact: Michael Cross cbefarm.weebly.com crossbrothersenterprises@gmail.com 239 Ray Cross Rd, Harriman
We sell feeder hogs for you to raise or we can raise them for you!
SHADY GROVE FARM
Contact: Jeff & Faith Price shadygrovefarms.net shadygrovefarm985@gmail.com 423-346-2901 985 Shady Grove Rd, Lancing We raise pasture based meats using beyond organic principles by never feeding grain to a ruminating animal and by constantly moving the animals to fresh pasture. Our #1 concern is healthy soil and by using holistic grazing methods we are able to improve the soil without chemical additives. Healthy soils make for healthy animals which in turn make healthy people. Grass-fed beef, grass-fed lamb, pasture raised chicken, and truly free-range eggs are the products that our farm is able to share with your family.
WEST WIND FARMS, LLC
westwindfarms.com customerservice@westwindfarms.com 423-442-9768 Deer Lodge We are a certified organic farm offering the very best grass-fed meats and poultry, as well as other fine quality artisan foods, both wholesale and direct-to-consumer. Purchase a la carte, or join one of our many CSAs to receive regular deliveries of vegetables, raw milk, and meats. With over 18 years experience, West Wind Farms can provide you with excellent, personalized customer service, easy online ordering, and even a shipping option if you need it. Read Ralph and Kimberlie’s story, check out their environmental focus, see farm photos and more on West Wind Farms’ Facebook Page and website.
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FARMS Rhea County BRADY’S FARM DIRECT MEAT, LLC Contact: Curtis Brady bradyfarmdirectmeat@outlook.com 423-619-9874 Dayton
I raise Black Angus and Texas Longhorn cattle. I sell individual cuts by the pound. My meat is USDA inspected, processed, frozen, and competitively priced. Our cattle graze on pasture grass on my 100 acre farm. In the winter, they graze on the pasture and receive hay. I also offer a whole or half beef, sold by the pound on live weight basis. Buyer pays the processing cost. I sell at the St. Alban’s Farmer’s Market located at 7514 Hixson Pike, Hixson year round. The market is open year round on Saturdays from 9:30-12:30. We accept debit, credit, and EBT cards.
CROSSWIND FARM
Contact: Michael and Donna Johnson crosswindfarm@yahoo.com 423-404-4670 Grandview Michael & Donna started farming & selling to the public 32 yrs ago. Over the course of those years, they learned that they wanted to give their best to the customers by growing produce with quality & flavor as the main focus.
DIXIE DOES ALPINES
Contact: Bill and Becky Ensinger dixiedoesalpines.com contact@dixiedoesalpines.com 434-944-0294 Dayton Dixie Does Alpines is a family owned business focused on producing natural healthy products for our family and yours. We raise Alpine dairy goats with natural sustainable methods on our small farm. We sell herd shares, chicken and duck eggs, herbs, and canned produce. We add new products regularly. Our premier product is handmade natural goat milk soaps. We offer a wide range of soaps including scented, unscented, facial soaps, gardener soaps, and more. Our product line also includes lotions, lip balms, and other natural skin care products. Our soaps include approximately one ounce of goat milk per bar from our own happy healthy dairy goats. We use sustainable methods on our farm, with no chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Many of our products include ingredients made on our farm. Our soaps, for example, contain milk from our own goats, and some have dried herbs from our herb garden.
THEDFORD’S BLUEBERRY PATCH 423-365-5764 100 John Deere Dr, Spring City
We have u-pick and we-pick blueberries.
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Roane County COVE VINEYARD
Contact: Sam Martin covevineyard.com sam@covevineyard.com 491 Smalley Lane, Kingston U-pick muscadines, white & purple varieties. 2 acres of vineyard on a 55 acre farm over-looking the Tennessee River. Rural setting, with restrooms. U
GLASTONBURY FARM
facebook.com/GlastonburyFarm2 glastonburyfarm@juno.com 865-436-2183 PO Box 221, Cosby We are a small sustainable farm, growing natural meats and vegetables with great emphasis on our surrounding community. Free range eggs, goat soap and pet food products, culinary and medicinal herbs, rich and dark goat compost *free* for the taking in exchange for a little of what you have in return. *FREE* firewood for the taking. Quality ADGA Saanen and BGS Guernsey dairy goats for sale.
INDIAN CREEK FARM lcox923@gmail.com 865-414-2998 Oliver Springs
We raise Columbia lambs, on pasture with some grain feed. We sell on the hoof and deliver to local processors.
OAKDALE MOUNTAIN FARM Contact: Matthew Edwards medwards22@gmail.com Harriman
At Oakdale Mountain Farm, we specialize in non-GMO, soy-free, pastured eggs and some of the freshest vegetables you will encounter! Using several of the rare heirloom varieties, we like to bring flavor back to the table in both our eggs and vegetables!
RAINY KNOB RANCH
Contact: Randy and Holly Prosise rainyknobranch.com rainyknobfarm@bellsouth.net 865-556-7548 Loudon We offer naturally raised pastured beef, pork, lamb, goat, and eggs on our family owned and operated ranch. Our pastures are maintained through rotational grazing without the use of herbicides or chemical fertilizers. We sell by the half/whole and by the cut.
Sevier County THE APPLE BARN
Unicoi County HEAVENLY HOLLAR FARM
dmooreone@mail.com 423-735-7161 4931 Old Asheville Hwy, Flag Pond We are a u-pick orchard. Peaches in late June or early July continuing into August; Blueberries and Gala apples in late July early August; Macintosh, Honeycrisp, Cortland apples in Middle of August; Jonathan, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Jonagold, Winter Banana in September; Fuji, Braeburn, Pink Lady, Granny Smith in October -- Please call for availability! While we are a mountain farm, all trees are on level ground -- we have pickers from 2 to 90 years old and some handicapped. Like picking in your back yard!
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SCOTT’S STRAWBERRY & TOMATO FARM scottfarmstn.com 423-743-7511 Unicoi
Wayne Scott was a high school agriculture teacher who dreamed of putting what he taught to practice. Wayne and his wife Mary Lou worked hard for many years and built a very reputable name not only in the strawberry business but also in the tomato business, as well as half runner beans and sweet corn. The strawberries are picked fresh each day and sold at our retail sales stands located from Knoxville to Bristol. The delivery times for our retail sales locations vary due to weather conditions each day.
applebarncidermill.com 800-421-4606 230 Apple Valley Rd, Sevierville
WILLIS ORCHARD
The Apple Barn really is a barn, built back in 1910 and was part of the farm that the Hicks and Kilpatrick families bought in 1972. We planted our first trees in 1976 and we plant more every year. Our orchard now numbers over 4,000 trees. We added a Cider Room where you can actually watch the variety of juicy sweet and tart apples being pressed into delicious cider in the fall. Return to the Apple Barn, where it all started, and browse among the most enticing and unique array of gift items in the area, many of them themed to the mighty apple! The barn’s General Store features a wide variety of handmade mountain crafts, food items fit to grace a gourmet’s table, home decorations, and collectables. And of course, apples and cider, from which it all began.
We’ve been an orchard for over 80 years. We grow 9 varieties of apples available from our farm stand in season.
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SEVEN SPRINGS FARM TO TABLE
Union County
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HALFORD’S FARM halfordsfarm@att.net 865-922-2560 Luttrell
We are a family-owned farm in operation since 1980. We sell fresh produce from the farm and at local farmers markets. We’re excited to offer our produce to the public. The goodness of homegrown freshness is unmatched.
MORGAN FAMILY FARM chapelfolks@juno.com 865-278-3975 Sharps Chapel
On our small family farm, we grow three acres of vegetables, raise lambs available in half or whole, and offer graded hay and straw.
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Washington County
sevenspringsfarmtn.com sevenspringsfarm@earthlink.net 865-803-8333 Maynardville
CLOVER CREEK FARMS
Seven Springs Farm to Table is a small diversified farm that sells fresh garden produce, retail cuts of premium Black Angus beef, and homemade salsas and jellies. Our family strives to provide you with an array of fresh, wholesome food from our farm while protecting and nurturing the land we steward. Our garden grown fruits and vegetables are hand-picked daily and sold at local farmers markets and at our farm retail store. We humanely raise 100% Black Angus cattle on many acres of lush pasture and provide fresh spring water for them to drink. We never use any antibiotics, hormones or steroids in the production of our beef. In The Kitchen at Seven Springs Farm, we are producing tasty salsas and jellies made from our own garden produce. In June, we offer pick-your-own blueberries with 18 different varieties to choose from. In August, the concord start to ripen and in September the muscadines are ready for you to pick. U
clovercrk@yahoo.com 423-753-2223 Jonesborough
We are a family owned and operated sustainable farm. We raise grass finished lamb and free range chickens. We are certified by the Animal Welfare Institute.
PROFFITT FARM proffittfarm.com proffittfarm@tn.net 423-737-1781 Gray
We are a small family farm providing fresh, locally grown produce. We welcome wholesale and retail customers.
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U-PICKS U-pick farms invite you into their fields to harvest your own fruits and vegetables. That’s right, they let you do the picking—you or u, however you like to spell it! In East Tennessee, you’ll find an opportunity to pick all season: berries in the spring and summer, apples and peaches in the summer and fall, pumpkins in time for Halloween, and more. Visiting a u-pick is about more than filling up a basket with the fruits of your labor. You can reconnect with the source of your food—you can see your produce growing, meet your farmers, and travel the same road your food travels to the farmers’ market or grocery. Remember, it’s always a good idea to call the farm ahead of time to make sure they’ve got plenty of the produce you’re after.
Anderson County
Campbell County
Greene County
BLUEBERRY HILL FARM
HIDDEN VALLEY FARM
GIBSON BERRY FARM
Highbush Blueberries: May - June Rabbit Eye Blueberries: July - September
Blueberries
Blueberries: July - August Call for hours and availability, or check out facebook page for updates.
norrisblueberries.com 865-494-7903 101 Reservoir Rd, Norris
HEMBREE MUSCADINE FARM hembree5841@comcast.net 865-264-4464 1984 Old Lake City Hwy, Clinton
Muscadines: Late Fall Open: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday all day, when fruit is ripe.
MOUNTAIN MEADOWS FARM mountainmeadowsfarmtn.com mountainmeadowsfarm@gmail.com Heiskel Strawberries: May
Sundays from 10 - 4 pm
Blount County
RUTHERFORD’S FARM
hiddenvalley896@gmail.com 423-784-6086 896 Red Cut Rd, Pioneer
facebook.com/GibsonBerryFarm 828-385-4442 Chuckey
Grainger County DALTON FARMS
daltonfarms12@gmail.com 865-804-4964 1703 Hwy 92, Rutledge Strawberries: April - May We offer u-pick strawberries when in season. Please call ahead to make an appointment. Cash and check only.
RICHLAND VINEYARDS
Knox County BEAUCHENE BERRY FARM beauchen@utk.edu 865-693-4221 9020 Bluegrass Rd, Knoxville Blueberries: June - July Blackberries: June - July
facebook.com/RichlandVineyards rvfarmgirls@gmail.com 865-679-7901 1653 Indian Ridge Rd, Blaine
BLACK OAK FARMS
Muscadines: August - October Grapes: In Season, 15 varieties Call to schedule an appointment.
Blackberries: June - July Muscadines: September Peaches: July - August Strawberries: April - May
rutherfordfarms.org 865-982-5891 3337 Mint Rd, Maryville
Strawberries: Mid April - Mid June Open: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday from 8 am - 1 pm, and 4 pm - 8 pm
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blackoakfarmstn.com 865-687-6900 7235 Corryton Rd, Corryton
FAITH FARMS
HONEY’S BLUEBERRY FARM
owensr12@yahoo.com 865-256-3312 8317 Martin Mill Pk, Knoxville
On Facebook at Honeys Blueberry Farm 865-310-2188 433 Kingston Hwy, Loudon
Blackberries Black Raspberries Blueberries Corn Please call for hours of operation.
Blueberries, red raspberries, and blackberries. We also carry local honey in season. Open late May through late Sept. Please call for availability.
MILNE FARM
THE FRUIT AND BERRY PATCH thefruitandberrypatch.com jefffox01@yahoo.com 865-922-3779 4407 McCloud Rd, Knoxville
Apples: July-Mid-September Strawberries: Late April - Early June Early Thornless Blackberries: Late June - July Blueberries: Late June - August Late Thornless Blackberries: Mid July - August Grapes: Late July - Late August Peaches: Late June - Early September Pumpkins: October
KING’S HYDROFARM
kingshydrofarm.com 865-660-9655 3238 Tipton Station Rd, Knoxville
milnefarm.com 865-856-2193 6646 Morganton Rd, Greenback A family owned and family run fruit farm growing 14 varieties of grapes, 6 varieties of muscadines, 4 varieties of blackberries, 3 varieties of apples, and blueberries. The grapes, muscadines and blackberries are all pick your own. The apples are picked on a call ahead basis. We can pick any of the fruit for you when you arrive or you can call ahead and we will have your fruit ready for you.
RICHESIN FAMILY FARM richesinfamilyfarm.com cerichesin@gmail.com 865-680-3520 6305 River Rd, Loudon
Blackberries, strawberries, blueberries, watermelons, pumpkins, and other seasonal vegetables. We have started growing peaches, aronia berries, and raspberries. We offer our produce as u-pick or already picked.
Lettuce: Year round Strawberries: April - May Tomatoes: Year round
McMinn County
SPIRIT DOG FARM
turtleislandmandellas.info/spiritdog spirit.dog.farm@gmail.com 865-577-8602 Knoxville
RIDGELINE FARMS
The majority of our produce is available as “assisted” u-pick.
STILL WATERS FARM
On Facebook at Ridge Line Farms rlfarms65@gmail.com 423-506-3058 139 County Rd 100, Decatur Blueberries: in season
stillwatersfarm-tn.com stillwatersfarm.tn@gmail.com 865-281-0894 7004 Fairview Rd, Corryton
Monroe County
Call for hours and availability. Blueberries: Last of May - Mid August
SANTA’S BERRY FARM
facebook.com/grampysanta 423-253-6742 620 Towee Falls Rd, Tellico Plains
Loudon County DRY RIDGE FARM
We have u-pick blueberries and muscadines. We also have unsprayed apples, pears, and cherries that are available for u-pick and are used in our jams and jellies. Our bakery and gift shop carries old fashioned desserts, our honey and eggs, and kitchen crafts.
We offer u-pick muscadines, when in season. Please call to schedule a visit.
STRAWBERRY KNOB FARMS
dryridgefarm.com 865-567-3585 3555 Dry Ridge Rd, Loudon
TSALI NOTCH VINEYARDS tsalinotch.com tsalinotchjd@gmail.com 423-506-9895 140 Harrison Rd, Madisonville
Muscadines: September - October Open: Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 6pm
Rhea County THEDFORD’S BLUEBERRY PATCH 423-365-5764 100 John Deere Dr, Spring City
We have u-pick and we-pick blueberries.
Roane County COVE VINEYARD
covevineyard.com sam@covevineyard.com 491 Smalley Lane, Kingston Muscadines: September - October Open: Saturday and Sunday from 11am - 6pm Check for harvest dates on our website.
Unicoi County HEAVENLY HOLLAR FARM
dmooreone@mail.com 423-735-7161 4931 Old Asheville Hwy, Flag Pond Peaches: Late June - August Blueberries: Late July - August Apples: Late July -October
Union County SEVEN SPRINGS FARM
sevenspringsfarmtn.com sevenspringsfarm@earthlink.net 865-803-8333 1474 Hwy 61 E, Maynardville Blueberries: May - June Muscadines: September - October
strawberryknobfarms.com mark@strawberryknobfarms.com 423-836-1133 3250 New Hwy 68, Madisonville
U-pick strawberry patch located 1/2 mile from the Lost Sea, just off of New Hwy 68 in Madisonville.
Certified Naturally Grown
Certified Organic
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CSA PROGRAMS CSA stands for “Community Supported Agriculture.” As a CSA farm share member, you pay the farmer in advance for “shares” of the season’s bounty, literally giving the farmer “seed money” at the beginning of the season. Then, you get to enjoy a steady supply of foods straight from the farm, from fruits and vegetables to meats and prepared food items. CSA subscribers say that being a farm share member is a little like celebrating a holiday every week. Typically, there is a box to open, and there are always many farm-fresh surprises. The farms make deliveries to designated locations, such as a farmers’ market, a school or neighborhood center, or a CSA member’s home. The typical CSA season corresponds with the outdoor growing season: May to October, but some also offer winter CSAs or meat and dairy CSAs year-round. Contact the listed farms to find a CSA program that is right for you.
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Claiborne County
Anderson County MOUNTAIN MEADOWS FARM
RIGHT BY NATURE FARM
Half bushel for 20 weeks starting in May. We have 10 kinds of fruit and a variety of vegetables.
We are an artisan farm specializing in providing health and environmentally conscious produce, herbs, flowers, honey, animal shares, and other locally produced products. We offer heirloom tomato plants, farm education classes, outdoor yoga, and CSA memberships throughout the growing seasons. We also provide a service of growing specialty produce upon request. Our farm is open Friday-Sunday 10-5 and by appointment during the week.
facebook.com/RightByNatureFarm rightbynaturefarm@gmail.com 423-626-8776
mountainmeadowsfarmtn.com mountainmeadowsfarm@gmail.com 865-494-9709
Pick ups: Mondays - Knoxville, West Knoxville, Farragut Wednesdays - Norris, Oak Ridge Thursdays - East Knoxville
Bledsoe County
TERRACED GARDENS FARM
COLVIN FAMILY FARM
colvinfamilyfarm.com CustomerSupport@ColvinFamilyFarm.com 866-865-8329 We raise more than fifty varieties of produce, packing from six to twelve in-season crops into share boxes each week. Beyond the regular variety of tomatoes, broccoli, carrots, potatoes, and greens, we raise a variety of lesser known crops. We offer 18 weekly deliveries in bushel boxes.
terraced-gardens-farm.com rototiller2@yahoo.com 865-789-5285
Spring and fall CSA, each 15 weeks. Members have priority selection of any produce that is in short supply before the regular market customers and will save a good percentage off the vegetables as a financial reward for investing in my farm operation. They will also have some input into what they get each week. Pick ups: Thursday at New Harvest Park Farmers Market or Saturday at Market Square Farmers’ Market
Pick ups: Crossville, Dayton, Farragut, Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge.
Greene County CEDARSIDE FARM cedarsidefarm@aol.com 423-422-4724
CedarSide Farm is now offering weekly CSA baskets that include in season Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) vegetables, herbs, mushrooms, eggs (weekly), and meat. We offer 3 easy payment methods, recipes, and a newsletter. That’s 20 half bushel baskets from 6 June to 17 October 2015. Sign up before June. Pick ups: Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at CedarSide Farm, Saturday Market Square Farmers’ Market booth.
RURAL RESOURCES GARDEN ruralresources.net eva@ruralresources.net 423-636-8171
As CSA donor members, customers will receive a weekly basket with a range of in-season produce for twenty weeks during the spring, summer, and early fall. In addition, donations support a weekly veggie basket delivery to the family of an economically at-risk teen in our Farm & Food Teen Training Program. CSA Donor members pay $1,000 per share. We are also developing potential options for standard CSA baskets. Pick ups: Rural Resources Garden; or we will deliver within Greeneville and Tusculum city limits.
Cumberland County Blount County
WILD THINGS FARM
wildthingscsafarm.com wildthings@frontiernet.net 931-787-3333
THE MOCKINGBIRD FARM themockingbirdfarm@gmail 865-235-8737
Certified Naturally Grown Vegetables - Peas, lettuce, spinach, swiss chard, rhubarb, beans, squash, zucchini, okra, onions, potatoes, also homemade jams and jellies. Pick up in Knoxville.
Memorial Day week through Labor Day week. Full share: 1/2 bushel per week, $480. Half share: either a 1/2 bushel every other week or a 1/4 bushel every week, $250. Egg shares are available at extra cost. Pick ups: Wednesdays at the Fairfield Glade Farmers Market, 11am. Friday afternoons along I-40: stopping at exits along the way—Airport Road, Harriman, Midtown, Kingston….all the way to the Oak Ridge exit 356. Also in Downtown Crossville. Contact us for specific locations and times.
Campbell County A PLACE OF THE HEART FARM heartplace@peoplepc.com 423-784-3401
Fentress County
We offer a “you choose” your basket of produce in our CSA share with weekly deliveries to the Saturday Market Square Farmers’ Market.
herbandplow.com herbandplow@gmail.com 423-223-4854
SPRING CREEK FARM
springcreekfarm.weebly.com springcreekfarmtn@hotmail.com 865-406-1399 Please see our website for more information about our CSA program. We deliver to the Saturday Market Square Farmers’ Market in Knoxville and to the Three Rivers Market parking lot through the winter.
Certified Naturally Grown
HERB AND PLOW FARM
Herb and Plow is a certified naturally grown fruit and vegetable farm.We raise over 50 fruits, herbs, and veggies. We have a diversified CSA program and offer group CSAs with generous discounts to those who host, recruit, and organize the drop off. Delivering to Knoxville, Crossville, and Oak Ridge.
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CSA PROGRAMS Hawkins County JEM FARM
jemfarm.net jemfarm@gmail.com 423-921-7979 We offer a meat, egg, and veggie CSA geared to the people who want real food that is raised the way nature intended. Please contact us for prices and availability, as well as pick up locations.
CARE OF THE EARTH COMMUNITY FARM
careoftheearthcommunityfarm.blogspot.com careoftheearthcommunityfarm@gmail.com 865-978-0561 We offer two share sizes: a full share and a bi-weekly share. Our regular season runs from April to Thanksgiving, followed by a smaller winter share. Pick ups: Webb School, Island Home Park, Fountain City, Bearden, Sequoyah Hills, at the farm.
CROOKED ROAD FARM
Jefferson County GARDEN DELIVERY CSA gardendelivery@gmail.com
Garden Delivery is an innovative CSA which offers great tasting food in an easy “order what you want when you want it” program from multiple Jefferson County farms. Order from a weekly email. No need to order every week. Deliveries to Knoxville and Sevierville. $25 membership fee, year-round for 2015.
Knox County
crookedroadfarm.com crookedroadfarm@gmail.com 865-577-2938
abbey-fields.com brenna.wright@henryandwallace.com 316-641-7117 We offer half ($450) and full ($725) shares. Pick up: on farm at 1400 Washington Ave in the Parkridge neighborhood.
CAC BEARDSLEY COMMUNITY FARM
beardsleyfarm.org beardsleyfarm@gmail.com 865-546-8446 We offer a workshare CSA for local, low-income individuals that runs from May until late November/early December. During our normal volunteer hours (Monday - Friday, 10 am to 2:30 pm), participants can come by and work with farm staff. After four hours of volunteering, they earn a large basket of food. We accept applications on a rolling basis. Pick up: on farm, usually Thursdays
865-640-6209
You will receive a 1/2 or 1/4 box full of seasonal vegetables during the weeks of May through September, 20 weeks. We deliver to Knoxville and Maryville.
Loudon County HINES VALLEY FARM hinesvalleyfarm.com john@hinesvalleyfarm.com
We offer a weekly CSA share that includes a great variety of in-season produce! $480 for 24 weeks ($20/week).
25-week term CSA, starting first full week of May through October. $625 cost in two payments, $325 due at first May delivery, $300 the first week of August. This equals $25/ week for produce grown organically under USDA certification in Loudon County.
Pick ups: on farm or Saturdays at Market Square Farmers’ Market.
Pick ups: Market Square on Saturdays, The Plaid Apron in Sequoyah Hills on Tuesdays.
FRENCH BROAD FARM Contact: Earl Cruze 865-363-2366
McMinn County
Raw milk cow shares. Pick up at farm in East Knoxville on Thursdays and Fridays and at Farm Fresh on Sutherland Ave on Fridays.
LACEWING FARMS THE ABBEY FIELDS
ZAVELS FAMILY FARM
lacewingfarms.com brianader@lacewingfarms.com 865-223-0542 12-week summer CSA! Fresh, seasonal, all-natural vegetables and herbs; flower arrangement and/or egg additions optional. June 6 - August 29. $240/share. Pick ups: Market Square Farmers’ Market Wed or Sat. On farm pick up available upon request. Please email or visit our website for more information.
SPRING CREEK VEGGIES springcreekveggies.com 382cr62@gmail.com 423-920-2850
Our family run farm gratefully provides heirloom and open-pollinated produce using sustainable non-certified organic and biodynamic methods. We specialize in unique varieties of traditional crops. We offer a unique flexible alternative to traditional CSAs for people who want to support a local farm. After an initial sign-up and payment, you have the opportunity to reserve products for pick up at the market. The cost of reserved products will be charged against your account or you can buy from our market stand using your account.
MCBEE DAIRY FARM
mcbeedairyfarm.com info@mcbeedairyfarm.com 865-919-7098
Our farm offers a year-round meat/dairy CSA. Some examples of dairy products you might find in your share include: a gallon of milk, 1 cup of butter, gallon of yogurt, gallon of buttermilk, or 8 oz of cheese. Please contact us for more details.
WILSON FAMILY FARM cww2@frontiernet.net 865-947-1449
Beginning approx. May 21, 2015, we will provide weekly deliveries of fresh, in-season vegetables for a 12-week period. Cost is $300 for full shares, $180 for small shares. Pick-up is on Thursday at the following locations and times: Our farm at 1914 W. Brushy Valley Rd, Powell 4:30-6:30 pm; Knoxville Christian Center, at 818 N Cedar Bluff Rd, Knoxville, 37923, 5-6 pm.
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Morgan County WEST WIND FARMS, LLC
westwindfarms.com customerservice@westwindfarms.com 423-442-9768 West Wind Farms offers a variety of CSA options including: Pet Milk CSA, Group/Variety CSA, Meat CSA, and a Veggie CSA. Please see our website for more details.
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FARMERS’ MARKETS Farmers’ markets are the perfect community experience: a chance to talk with farmers, meet neighbors, and try new foods, all while feeling confident you are investing your dollars directly in your community. Visit weekly to shop with the seasons for freshly picked fruits and vegetables, meats, dairy, artisanal foods, plants, grains, and more. Several of our area farmers’ markets now accept credit, debit, or SNAP (food stamp) cards, making shopping just as convenient as at the grocery store. Look for the symbols next to each listing to find a nearby market that accepts these payments.
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Cocke County
Anderson County
NEWPORT FARMERS MARKET
OAK RIDGE FARMERS MARKET
newporttnfarmersmarket.com appalachianfarmersmarket@gmail.com MAY 13 - OCTOBER 28 WEDNESDAY: noon-5 pm 424 Heritage Blvd, at the Tanner Cultural Center between CVS Pharmacy and the Community Center in Newport.
easttnfarmmarkets.org farmers@easttnfarmmarkets.org 865-457-6992 MID-APRIL – LATE NOVEMBER WEDNESDAY: 3 pm-6 pm SATURDAY: 8 am-noon Historic Jackson Square.
Open air tailgate market sponsored by East Tennessee Farmers Association for Retail Marketing (F.A.R.M.). Locally produced honey, organic meats, poultry, fruits and vegetables, herbs, eggs, cheeses, breads, granolas, flowers, and plants.
Blount County
maryvillefarmersmarket.org maryvillefarmersmkt@gmail.com 865-984-0954 APRIL 18 – NOVEMBER 14 SATURDAY: 9 am-noon Founders’ Square in the heart of downtown Maryville, between Church Ave and Broadway near CBBC Bank. JUNE 3 – AUGUST 26 WEDNESDAY: 3:30 pm-6:30 pm New Providence Presbyterian Church, 703 W Broadway Ave.
Cumberland County
cumberlandcountyfarmersmarket.com jen36@frontiernet.net 931-788-2607 JUNE - OCTOBER TUESDAY, THURSDAY, & SATURDAY: 6:30 am-noon 1398 Livingston Rd, Crossville. People from Cumberland County have enjoyed the Farm Fresh produce of the Farmers Market for over 30 years. Farmers offer baked goods, eggs, flowers, fruits, honey, plants, and a large variety of vegetables. All the produce is locally grown in Cumberland County.
crossville.locallygrown.net/welcome csfm@colvinfamilyfarm.com 866-865-8329 MAY - NOVEMBER THURSDAY: 3:30 pm-5:30 pm Pick up at Crossville Depot, 14 N St in downtown Crossville.
CSFM is an online farmers’ market providing consumers a convenient way to support local family farms - from the comfort of your home computer! Our goal is to keep family farms in business while supplying Crossville and the surrounding region with the freshest, healthiest, naturally raised products available!
Campbell County SOUTH CAMPBELL COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
423-437-8083 MAY - OCTOBER SATURDAY: 8 am-noon Freeman Park, Downtown LaFollette.
FAIRFIELD GLADE FARMERS MARKET
For those interested in buying and selling locally grown/ produced fresh farm products. No resale of non-local products permitted.
cumberlandcountyfarmersmarket.com jen36@frontiernet.net 931-788-2607 JUNE - OCTOBER WEDNESDAY: 11 am-2 pm Old Recreation Center parking lot. From Peavine Rd, turn left at the 4-way stop onto Stonehenge, first parking lot on the left. People from Cumberland County have enjoyed the Farm Fresh produce of the Farmers Market for over 30 years. Farmers offer baked goods, eggs, flowers, fruits, honey, plants, and a large variety of vegetables. All the produce is locally grown in Cumberland County.
Credit/Debit Cards Accepted
People from Cumberland County have enjoyed the Farm Fresh produce of the Farmers Market for over 30 years. Farmers offer baked goods, eggs, flowers, fruits, honey, plants, and a large variety of vegetables. All the produce is locally grown in Cumberland County.
Fentress County
CUMBERLAND SUSTAINABLE FARMERS’ MARKET
The place to be on Saturday mornings and Wednesday afternoons. A growers-only market featuring vegetables, fruit, cheese, honey, meat, eggs, plants, baked goods, fresh cut flowers, and herbs. Local music and entertainment weekly.
cumberlandcountyfarmersmarket.com jen36@frontiernet.net 931-788-2607 JUNE - OCTOBER MONDAY: 10 am-1 pm On the lake front behind the POA Office.
Our market is dedicated to providing homegrown goods for the well-being of our citizens and environment.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
MARYVILLE FARMERS MARKET
LAKE TANSI FARMERS MARKET
EBT/SNAP Accepted
FENTRESS COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
fentresssoil.com faye.neil@tn.nacdnet.net 931-879-8212 ext 3 MAY - OCTOBER TUESDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY: 8 am-noon Fentress County Soil Conservation DIstrict, 6800 S York Hwy, Clarkrange. Locally grown and locally handmade agriculture based items, such as: Vegetables, Eggs, Meat, Honey, Jellies and Jams, Baked Goods, Soaps.
Greene County GREENEVILLE FARMERS MARKET, INC
greenevillefarmersmarket.com greenvillefarmersmarket@gmail.com 423-552-3023 MAY - OCTOBER WEDNESDAY: 3 pm-6 pm SATURDAY: 8 am-sell out 123 Fairgrounds Rd, Greene County Fairgrounds under the livestock pavilion. Our market is dedicated to providing Greene County a sustainable outlet to obtain fresh, locally grown food, agricultural products, and quality handcrafted items while promoting community interaction through education and entertainment events. We are a 501c3 nonprofit orEBT ganization.
MOBILE FARMERS MARKET
ruralresources.net rhonda@ruralresources.net 423-636-8171 JULY - OCTOBER TUESDAY: 9 am-5 pm Travels to neighborhoods in Greeneville where transportation is a problem. Call or check website for routes. A farmers market on wheels. Rural Resources’ Mobile Farmers Market goes into neighborhoods where transportation is a problem. We offer produce, meat, and eggs from our local farmers. Contact us or check our website EBT for our scheduled routes.
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FARMERS’ MARKETS Hamblen County MORRISTOWN FARMER’S MARKET
crossroadspartnership.com crossroadsdowntownpartnership@gmail.com 423-312-1476 APRIL - OCTOBER TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 9 am-4 pm At the intersection of W Morris Blvd and S Henry St. Regional market with local fruits, vegetables, meat, herbs, and quality arts & crafts. We accept WIC Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition vouchers in July and August.
EBENEZER ROAD FARMERS MARKET
Knox County DIXIE LEE FARMERS MARKET
dixieleefarmersmarket.com jeff@dixieleefarmersmarket.com 865-816-3023 MAY 2 - OCTOBER 31 SATURDAY: 9 am-noon 12740 Kingston Pike, in the Renaissance Farragut parking lot. Dixie Lee Farmers Market is a family owned farmers market that offers the finest in locally grown in season produce and plants. We also offer a variety of locally produced foods, arts, and other goods that are brought to you from the families that create them.
easttnfarmmarkets.org info@easttnfarmmarkets.org 865-992-0223 MID-APRIL - MID-NOVEMBER TUESDAY: 3 pm-6 pm Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 1001 Ebenezer Rd. Local farmers, growers, and bakers bring a wide variety of vegetables, herbs, fruits, berries, honey, grassfed meats, eggs, and specialty cheeses. Bakers prepare fresh breads, granola, and pastries. Plants and fresh cut flowers are also available.
Jefferson County DANDRIDGE FARMERS MARKET
mainstreetdandridge.com office@mainstreetdandridge.com 865-368-9097 MAY - OCTOBER SATURDAY: 9 am-noon In the public parking lot at the corner of Meeting St and Gay St. Farmers market selling local produce, eggs, honey, mushrooms, meats, fruits and products from certified domestic or kitchen licensees. No resale allowed.
FARMERS MARKET OF HISTORIC MOSSY CREEK
mossycreekfarmersmarket.webs.com jeffersoncityTN@gmail.com 608-201-6894 MAY - NOVEMBER 3RD SATURDAYS: 9 am-1 pm East Main St, downtown Jefferson City. Producer-only market promoting all that is East TN, including local entertainment and crafts. We are a volunteer run market, and it is is free for vendors to attend. Please follow us on facebook for updates and special events!
TOWN OF WHITE PINE FARMERS MARKET
whitepinetn.com whitepine@charter.net 865-674-2556 MID-MARCH – OCTOBER TUESDAY: 4:30 pm-8 pm SATURDAY: 9 am-1 pm Corner of Main and Walnut St, parking area next to Farrar Funeral Home.
At FIVE we make it easier. We offer five dinners, five white wines, and five red wines. We have a bar stocked with everything you need and nothing more. When you only have five entrées, they had better be good.
430 S. GAY STREET KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 865.219.1676
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We offer fresh fish from our own wholesale seafood market in Destin, Florida, and purchase products from local sources. Come see the difference a commitment to simplicity, great food, and stellar service can have on your dining experience.
A community oriented market with something for everyone: vegetables, baked goods, honey, and flowers. We also have a craft fair once a month.
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LAKESHORE PARK FARMERS MARKET
easttnfarmmarkets.org info@easttnfarmmarkets.org 865-992-0223 MID-APRIL - MID-NOVEMBER FRIDAY: 3 pm-6 pm Lakeshore Park, 6410 Lakeshore Dr, near the Knox Youth Sports building.
NEW HARVEST PARK FARMERS MARKET
knoxcounty.org/farmersmarket dgriff@tennessee.edu 865-215-2340 APRIL 9 – NOVEMBER 19 THURSDAY: 3 pm–6 pm In Knoxville at 4700 New Harvest Ln, just off I-640.
Local farmers, growers, and bakers bring a wide variety of vegetables, herbs, fruits, berries, honey, grassfed meats, eggs, and specialty cheeses. Bakers prepare fresh breads, granola, and pastries. Plants and fresh cut flowers are also available.
The market features locally grown produce, meats, artisan food products, plants, crafts, and much more.
MARBLE SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET
vegetables.tennessee.edu/utfm.html awszelak@utk.edu 865-974-9204 MAY 13 - OCTOBER 21, WEDNESDAY: 4 pm-7 pm In Knoxville at 2431 Joe Johnson Dr, in the UT Gardens on Neyland Dr.
marblesprings.net info@marblesprings.net 865-573-5508 MAY 14 – SEPTEMBER 25 THURSDAY: 3 pm-6 pm 1220 W Governor John Sevier Hwy, in a field at the Marble Springs State Historic Site. Parking is to the left; the market is across the entrance road. The market begins mid-May and continues weekly to September, depending upon supply. Vendors sell fresh, locally produced products.
MARKET SQUARE FARMERS’ MARKET
marketsquarefarmersmarket.org knoxfarmersmarket@gmail.com 865-405-3135 MAY 2 - NOVEMBER 21 WEDNESDAY: 11 am-2 pm SATURDAY: 9 am-2 pm Held on Market Square in downtown Knoxville. On Saturdays, the market extends south on Market St to Clinch Ave.
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WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET
nourishknoxville.org knoxfarmersmarket@gmail.com 865-405-3135 JANUARY - MARCH EVERY OTHER SATURDAY, 10 am-2 pm 201 E Third Ave, Knoxville, at Central United Methodist Church. A producer-only, indoor market with locally grown meats, eggs, grains, winter produce, honey, plants, baked goods, artisan foods, and crafts. Food trucks are set up in the parking lot with the market inside the fellowship hall of the church.
McMinn County ATHENS FARMERS MARKET AT MARKET PARK
cityofathenstn.com/parks lmurphy@cityofathenstn.com 423-744-2707 JUNE 16 - OCTOBER 9 TUESDAY & THURSDAY: 4 pm-6 pm 106 South Jackson Street, at the intersection of S Jackson & Hwy 30, Athens. Producer-only market featuring fresh produce from McMinn County and the surrounding counties. The market is located in downtown Athens and was built and opened in 2011 as phase one of a downtown development project. Additional phases of the development include a second pavilion, permanent restrooms, an amphitheater and exercise walkways. Market Park is adjacent to Veterans Park which includes a one half mile walking trail, a brick walk featuring 4,000 names in honor and in memory of veterans, monuments to all branches of service, and a 600 pound granite globe that floats on water. We also have a market on Saturday nights during Sounds of Summer.
MCMINN COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
extension.tennessee.edu/McMinn/Pages/McMinn-County-Farmers-Market-.aspx 423-745-2852 MID-JUNE - MID-OCTOBER TUESDAY, THURSDAY, & SATURDAY: 7 am-noon On Hwy 30 behind the National Guard Armory, Athens. Open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings until around noon or until the product is gone. Come early for the best variety.
Open-air, producer-only market in downtown Knoxville’s historic Market Square featuring regional produce, plants, dairy, meats, baked goods, canned goods, EBT and local crafts.
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FARMERS’ MARKETS Monroe County
Roane County
TELLICO PLAINS FARMERS MARKET
Sevier County
FARMERS MARKET AT RIVERFRONT PARK
sites.google.com/site/mcfarmmarket/ tellicoplainsfm@gmail.com 423-371-8856 MAY 2 – OCTOBER 31 WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: 9 am-1 pm In grass between Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center and Tellico Plains Public Library.
We are a local farmer and artisan market with only proEBT duce and crafts from our area.
Pickett County
cityofharriman.net 865-805-4722 JUNE – SEPTEMBER WEDNESDAY: 3 pm-6 pm SATURDAY: 8 am-noon At Riverfront Park off Emory Dr in downtown Harriman. A producer-only market with locally grown produce, baked goods, and quality crafts.
931-864-3310 MID-JUNE - MID-OCTOBER SATURDAY: 8 am-noon 1005 Livingston Hwy, Byrdstown-Pickett County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center, Byrdstown. All farmers and gardeners from Pickett County with home grown produce they wish to sell are invited to bring their fruits, vegetables, and herbs to the Farmers Market Pavilion located at the Byrdstown-Pickett County Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center. Just look for the signs on the south side of the highway to the west of town.
jwilson@seviercoop.com 865-453-7101 JUNE 6 – OCTOBER 10 WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: 8 am–noon 321 W Main St, Sevierville. Open air market in the parking lot of the Sevier Farmers Cooperative.
GATLINBURG FARMERS MARKET gatlinburgfarmersmarket.com gatlinburgfarmersmarket@gmail.com 865-332-4769 MAY 16 – SEPTEMBER 26 SATURDAY: 8:30 am-noon 849 Glades Rd, in the Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community at the Covered Bridge.
Scott County
PICKETT COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
FARMERS MARKET AT SEVIER FARMERS CO-OP
SCOTT COUNTY FARMERS’ AND CRAFTERS’ MARKET
scottcountyfarmersmarket@tennessee.edu 423-319-9845 JULY – SEPTEMBER TUESDAY: 3 pm-6 pm SATURDAY: 8 am-noon 600 Scott High Dr, Huntsville. Fresh produce, live plants, flowers, homemade baked goods, and crafts. Find us on Facebook.
Locally raised produce, flowers, eggs, honey, homemade baked goods, soaps, and more! Live craft and cooking demonstrations, music and monthly special events!
SEYMOUR FARMERS MARKET
seymourfarmersmarket.org info@seymourfarmersmarket.org 865-453-0130 JUNE 6 – OCTOBER 10 SATURDAY: 8 am–noon 11621 Chapman Hwy, in the parking lot of 1st Baptist Church. Local farmers & gardeners bring products they grow: the usual offerings include produce, honey, plants, flowers, herbs, artisan crafts, and baked goods.
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Unicoi County MOUNTAIN HARVEST FARMERS’ MARKET
On Facebook at Mountain Harvest Farmers Market 423-735-0426 MAY - OCTOBER FRIDAY: 8 am-1 pm 106 Unicoi Village Pl, Tourist Information Center. An all local produce market with vendors selling locally made jams and jellies. We also offer local handcrafted items.
Union County UNION COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
berfamily@yahoo.com 865-992-8038 MAY – OCTOBER FRIDAY: 4 pm-7 pm Beside the Union County Courthouse, 1009 Main St, Maynardville. Lots of farm fresh produce, meats, baked goods, nursery products, and crafts. Special events.
THE FARMERS MARKET AT EAST TN STATE UNIVERSITY
thefarmersmarketatetsu.wordpress.com farmersmarketetsu@gmail.com 865-209-4940 APRIL - MAY & SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER THURSDAY: 8 am-noon ETSU’s campus in the parking lot diagonal to Sherrod Library and adjacent to the DP Culp Center.
JONESBOROUGH FARMERS MARKET
jonesborough.locally grown.net jbofarmersmarket@gmail.com 423-458-2122 MAY – OCTOBER SATURDAY: 8 am-noon East side of old Jonesborough Courthouse, just off Main St in Jonesborough. All locally grown and locally made, sold direct by the farmer/gardener/baker/artisan. Saturday morning farmers market features live music each week. Check EBT website for info.
Tailgate Market operating in the spring and fall in the heart of ETSU’s campus. We are a producer-only market featuring vendors from the three state region (VA, TN, NC) near ETSU. In addition to selling locally produced foods, we enjoy live old time and bluegrass music at all of our markets.
JOHNSON CITY FARMERS MARKET
johnsoncityfarmersmarket.com postmaster@johnsoncityfarmersmarket.com 423-367-7627 APRIL 18 - OCTOBER 31 WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY: 7 am-2 pm 500 S Roan St between State of Franklin Rd and Cherry St. Locally grown farm produce and farm products such as soaps, garden crafts, breads, pies, and cakes can be found. Live music on Sat. EBT
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GROCERS & FARM STORES The stores listed here are committed to purchasing from local farmers and food producers. Scan their shelves for local dairy products, meats, produce, specialty goods, and sometimes even grab-and-go items made with local ingredients. Some of the stores listed here are on farms, where the grower brings their products straight in from the field to sell on site, often also supporting neighboring and regional farmers for other products. Some are only open seasonally, so be sure to check before heading out.
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Cocke County KYLE CARVER ORCHARD
ARCHER’S FOOD CENTER
423-487-2419 3460 Cosby Hwy, Cosby
wgrocer@att.net 865-494-7181 27 W Norris Rd, Norris
A family-owned grocery, we carry Cruze Farm milk, Grainger County tomatoes, and local produce in season. We also feature 350 craft beers, as well as a growler wall EBT with 12 craft beers, including local brews.
Bledsoe County
The Carvers have been growing apples in the area since the 1940s. Kyle Carver started his orchard in 1942, hand grafting and planting apple trees in his cornfield. The orchard now sits on 75 acres in Cosby, boasting over 40,000 trees and 126 varieties of apples. Shop the apple barn for bags and bushels of apples, as well as local honey, cider, jams & jellies, fried apple pies, and much more.
Grainger County
OREN WOODEN APPLE HOUSE woodensapplehouse.com woodensapplehouse@yahoo.com 423-447-6376 6351 New Harmony Rd, Pikeville
COMBS FARMS
We sell our farm grown apples, peaches, and other fruits and vegetables, along with local honey. Our gift shop features a variety of hand-made crafts and other great gifts. You will find items such as decorative baskets, cookbooks, jellies, jams, salad dressings, salsas, relishes, soup and dip mixes, dessert mixes, old-fashioned candies, and more!
Our roadside stand is open late April through October. Our historic family farm is located one mile north of Cherokee Dam. We grow a little bit of everything, from strawberries to pumpkins.
carrollm85@yahoo.com 865-828-5690 6218 Hwy 92, Rutledge
RITTER FARMS
ritterfarms.com ritterfarms@frontiernet.net 865-767-2575 2999 Hwy 11W S, Rutledge
Blount County BUTLER FARM MARKET butl50@bellsouth.net 865-984-8435 2732 Taylor Rd, Maryville
A family farming operation, serving the Carpenters Campground community and the surrounding Blount County area. We grow a variety of fresh produce that is sold at our onsite, open-air market.
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Our mission is to bring people back to the farm where they can see where their food comes from, buy it as soon as it is harvested, and enjoy the farm atmosphere of times past. We have farm fresh vegetables, fresh pork raised and packaged by Ritter Farms, and a variety of salsas, relishes, jams, and tomato products made in our Country Kitchen.
Knox County
CONING FAMILY FARM coningfarm.webs.com coningfarm@yahoo.com 865-983-0153 2724 Taylor Road, Maryville
BLACK OAK FARMS
We are a local farm located in the Carpenters Campground Community. Ninety percent of our produce is grown right on our farm. We strive to offer the best produce at a price we would want to pay. We also sell wholesale. If you are looking for fresh produce, call us or come down and see us!
LAMAR AMBURN PRODUCE MARKET
blackoakfarmstn.com 865-687-6900 7235 Corryton Rd, Corryton Here at our farm, home grown fruits and vegetables are harvested at the peak of ripeness and flavor. Berries and peaches are available on a u-pick basis. We do the work of gathering the other fruits and vegetables. The harvested produce is available at the stand when it’s in season, late-April through mid-August.
THE FRUIT AND BERRY PATCH
865-984-2416 222 W Church Ave, Maryville
Seasonal produce market in the heart of Maryville.
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thefruitandberrypatch.com jefffox01@yahoo.com 865-922-3779 4407 McCloud Rd, Knoxville
We are a pick-your-own fruit farm. We have a small store and sell several different kinds of fried pies, cider, produce, and value added products.
themarkettn@gmail.com 865-977-8462 606 High St, Maryville
The Market has become synonymous with quality by offering the very best in service and selection. We have retained our original passion for food that led us to open the doors in 2008. We carry local dairy, produce, and EBT specialty goods.
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GROCERS & FARM STORES HORN OF PLENTY MARKET & RESTAURANT hornofplentyknoxville.com 865-690-9602 9132 Middlebrook Pk, Knoxville
The Horn of Plenty is a locally owned market & restaurant. In the market there’s local honey from Strange Honey Farm, jams, pickles, etc. from Tennessee’s Best & Tennessee Toe Jam & an interesting and varied selection of hot sauces. In our cooler we sell Amish butter, Sweetwater Valley Cheese, Benton’s Bacon, and our own smoked and cured bacon and pork butt bacon. Ready to take home, we have our homemade chicken salad, coleslaw, potato salad, pimento and jalapeno pimento cheese! Seasonally we have MORE salads to choose from, Grainger County Tomatoes, and locally grown berries.
JUST RIPE
justripeknoxville.com justripeinfo@gmail.com 865-851-9327 513 Union Ave, Knoxville Just Ripe is a little food shop with a big focus on local and regional foods. Located in downtown Knoxville, we offer Southern Artisan specialty foods, groceries, seasonal produce, and a fresh deli selection to include humanely raised meats, charcuteries, and artisan cheeses. Our menu includes a variety of soups, gourmet sandwiches, salads, and biscuits with a various toppings to add, from house-made pimento cheese to humanely raised, local sausage patties. Baked fresh daily, choose from a selection of baked goods including scones, cookies, and muffins or one of our fresh juices and smoothies. Just Ripe is your stop for healthy and convenient food for you and your family.
LOVEDAY’S GARDEN CENTER facebook.com/LovedaysGardenCenter lovedaysgardencenter@yahoo.com 865-573-2925 8303 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville
We carry vegetable starts, flowers, produce, Cruze Farm Dairy, Benton’s Bacon, Amish butter and cheese, local EBT honey, Amish jams and jellies, and more!
MIDWAY IGA
midwayiga.iga.com midwayiga@netzero.net 865-687-4170 7345 Tazewell Pike, Corryton
PRATT’S COUNTRY STORE
On Facebook at Pratt’s Country Store 865-688-7093 3100 Tazewell Pike, Knoxville We sell fresh produce, dairy, baked goods, plants, fruit baskets, and much more. Family-owned and operated for three generations. Call or come by any time; we appreciEBT ate you.
SO.KNO FOOD CO-OP NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET
so.knofoodcoop@gmail.com 865-240-5035 6210 Chapman Highway, Knoxville We feature “garden-to-table” seasonal produce, grocery products, plant starts, small selection of fresh flowers, local farmers’ products, along with homemade baked goods, jams, jellies, granola, honey, chutneys, marmalades, and preserved and pickled goods. (opening summer 2015)
THREE RIVERS MARKET, KNOXVILLE’S COMMUNITY FOOD CO-OP threeriversmarket.coop info@threeriversmarket.coop 865-525-2069 1100 N Central St, Knoxville
We’re Tennessee’s only independent, locally-owned food cooperative. We specialize in local, organically-grown produce; locally-raised plants and seeds for your garden; eggs from pastured hens from small, local farms; fresh dairy products free from artificial growth hormones; organic, grass fed, and humanely-raised meats from local farms; locally baked bread; and a fresh salad and hot food bar made fresh daily featuring local, organic ingredients. Three Rivers Market has been connecting East Tennessee with healthy local, natural, and organic foods since EBT 1981.
WILLY’S BUTCHER SHOP 865-200-4118 5115 Homberg Dr, Knoxville
Our mission is to provide high quality products to the home chef to enhance their culinary experience! We are a full service butcher shop and work with a number of local farms to create custom cured meats.
SWEETWATER VALLEY FARM sweetwatervalley.com 865-458-9192 17988 W Lee Hwy, Philadelphia
Our farm, located between the towns of Philadelphia and Loudon, is in the heart of southeast Tennessee’s dairyrich Sweetwater Valley. We sell our farm-made cheeses in our farm store, along with other farm merchandise and cheese-complementary products.
Monroe County SANTA’S BERRY FARM
facebook.com/grampysanta 423-253-6742 620 Towee Falls Rd, Tellico Plains We are a u-pick farm with a farm store and kitchen where we make jams and jellies from our fruit. Our bakery and gift shop carries old fashioned desserts, our honey and eggs, and kitchen crafts.
Sevier County RABBIT FOOD
rabbitfood.us donna@rabbitfood.us 865-774-7097 400 Park Rd, #113, Sevierville Natural, organic, fairly-traded, environmentally sustainable food and other household products; buying club pricing on bulk orders. Bring your own bag! Rabbit Food is a hub for information on local resources for healthy living. We are also a Garden Delivery CSA drop off point EBT each Wednesday, year round.
Washington County BOONE STREET MARKET jfmstore.blogspot.com boonestmarket@gmail.com 101 Boone St, Jonesborough
We are the largest independent supermarket in East Tennessee and carry an extensive line of local products. We buy a large quantity of local produce in season, as well as many locally produced foods.
We are a small retail food market that sells product grown and/or produced within 100 miles of Jonesborough, TN. We are a state non-profit that is in existence to work to a break even point which helps get more profit EBT back to the farmer.
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RESTAURANTS & FOOD TRUCKS Local ingredients are finding their way onto the menus of restaurants and food trucks in our region. Some are finding ways of incorporating them into their specials or existing menus, and some are “farm-to-table”, meaning they base their menu off of seasonal availability, perhaps even raising the meat and produce they use. Next time you’re dining out, don’t just ask for the specials. Ask: “What’s local today?” Notice a restaurant listed without an address? That’s because they’re a food truck, or a restaurant on wheels! Call, visit their website, or follow their social media channels for current location information.
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Anderson County AUBREY’S
aubreysrestaurants.com/oakridge 865-685-0821 481 S Illinois Ave, Oak Ridge Aubrey’s is a local institution, serving up classic comfort food with a simple Southern style like our homemade pimento cheese or fried chicken. Aubrey’s has forged lasting local relationships and is proud of its deep connections to the community.
Bledsoe County
MISTER CANTEEN
Cocke County
mistercanteen.com mistytravisoaks@gmail.com Mister Canteen is a mobile food unit owned and operated by Misty Oaks and sisters Jennifer Niceley and Anna Niceley Barriero. We serve real food using non-GMO sustainably grown ingredients, most of which are produced on our family farm, Riverplains Farm.
CARVER’S APPLEHOUSE RESTAURANT 423-487-2710 3460 Cosby Hwy, Cosby
The Carvers have been growing apples in the area since the 1940s. Kyle Carver started his orchard in 1942, hand grafting and planting apple trees in his cornfield. The orchard now sits on 75 acres in Cosby, boasting over 40,000 trees and 126 varieties of apples. The Applehouse Restaurant serves homecooked meals in a relaxed family atmosphere overlooking the rolling hills of the orchard. Each meal begins with housemade apple cider and apple fritters. Open every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
OREN’S ORCHARD CAFE
woodensapplehouse.com woodensapplehouse@yahoo.com 423-447-6376 6351 New Harmony Rd, Pikeville Welcome to our newest addition to the family business, Oren’s Orchard Cafe! We are a homestyle “meat-andthree” restaurant. Our menu includes country staples as well as daily specials featuring seasonal produce from the farm. We look forward to serving all of our wonderful customers in a new way!
Blount County AUBREY’S
aubreysrestaurants.com/maryville 865-379-8800 909 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville Aubrey’s is a local institution, serving up classic comfort food with a simple Southern style like our homemade pimento cheese or fried chicken. Aubrey’s has forged lasting local relationships and is proud of its deep connections to the community.
BLACKBERRY FARM
blackberryfarm.com 865-984-8166 1471 West Millers Cove Rd, Walland A 4,200 acre Relais & Chateaux property, Blackberry Farm is nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains and offers everything from fine dining to unique outdoor adventures on our private resort. We accept reservations for dinner only without an overnight stay. Please visit our website for details.
FOOTHILLS MILLING COMPANY
foothillsmillingcompany.com tommy@foothillsmillingcompany.com 865-977-8434 315 S Washington St, Maryville We are a family-owned restaurant dedicated to providing fine dining in an elegant yet casual setting. Our location offers easy access to both Knoxville and the Smoky Mountains.
Greene County THE FARMER’S DAUGHTER
thefarmersdaughterrestaurant.com 423-257-4650 770 Erwin Hwy, Chuckey Our meals are served family-style, which means each table decides on two meat choices to share, and the veggies and sides, along with hot rolls and cornbread are brought to your table for all to share. If you’re still hungry, we’re happy to give you seconds, there’s plenty! But only if you’ll clean your plate. Drinks and dessert are included, but if you are too full, we’ll be happy to wrap dessert up for you. Our food is our pride and joy— always fresh, local and in-season. All our food comes from farms just down the road, or the North Carolina Farmers Market. We use no preservatives or trans fats. If it wouldn’t be served at your Grandma’s table, you won’t see it on ours!
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Knox County AUBREY’S
aubreysrestaurants.com/aubreys Cedar Bluff 865-691-0504 9208 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville Powell 865-938-2724 7535 Conner Rd, Powell Farragut 865-671-2233 102 S Campbell Station Rd, Farragut Papermill 865-588-1111 6005 Brookvale Lane, Knoxville Strawberry Plains 865-465-7636 805 Huckleberry Springs Rd Aubrey’s is a local institution, serving up classic comfort food with a simple Southern style like our homemade pimento cheese or fried chicken. Aubrey’s has forged lasting local relationships and is proud of its deep connections to the community.
BISTRO AT THE BIJOU
thebistroatthebijou.com bistroatthebijou@bellsouth.net 865-544-0537 807 S Gay St, Knoxville Owner Martha Boggs uses veggies from her personal garden and locally-sourced mushrooms, vegetables, cheeses, and meats to create her seasonal menu and rotating daily specials. They have live jazz on select nights and have a legendary Sunday brunch.
LEIA’S WRAP CAFE
leiaswrapcafe.com leiaswrapcafe50@gmail.com 423-353-1146 138 Main St, Morristown
BISTRO BY THE TRACKS
With a variety of wholesome wraps to choose from, we’re sure you’ll be leave full and happy. All of our wraps, salads, soups, and pastries are made fresh daily by Leia and her staff. Many of our ingredients like the eggs in our delicious breakfast wraps are locally sourced. Our meats, cheeses, and pre-packaged items are Amish-made.
Jefferson County
bistrobythetracks.com info@bistrobythetracks.com 865-558-9500 215 Brookview Centreway, Ste 109, Knoxville With a casually elegant and surprisingly diverse menu, we blend continental elegance with Southern grace. Executive Chef Christopher Stallard’s unique menu fuses worldly inspired dining with simple Southern style.
THE BREADSHED MARKET facebook.com/TheBreadheads kymberle.breadheads@gmail.com 865-696-9681 1322 N Broadway St, Knoxville
THE CREEK CAFE
thecreekcafe.com 865-308-9084 138 Main St, Jefferson City We are located in the Historic Mossy Creek District. Come enjoy our relaxing atmosphere and great food, including specialty coffee drinks, tea, grilled sandwiches, and ice cream. We use real ingredients like our five-ingredient sourdough bread and Grainger County tomatoes.
We make a variety of breads, desserts, and pastries using ingredients from local farmers and/or co ops. Everything is made from scratch, and we even mill some of our flour. We also provide gluten free products. Breakfast and Lunch options available.
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RESTAURANTS & FOOD TRUCKS BULL’S BBQ
facebook.com/bullsbbqtn bullsbbqtn@gmail.com
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We are a mobile food truck based on a short school bus serving the Knoxville area. We make all the rubs and sauces we use on the bus and use only charcoal and wood in our smokers for authentic BBQ flavor. Many of our meats are sourced from Spring Creek Farm.
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THE COOP CAFE
thecoopcafe.com thecoopcafektown@gmail.com 865-450-2955 3701 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville The Coop Cafe is a funky little cafe offering fresh lunch: cold and hot sandwiches, pressed paninis, salads, soups, quiche, and daily specials. We also have lots of gourmet food items to carry out. We offer catering services as well.
THE CROWN AND GOOSE
thecrownandgoose.com jeffreyd@thecrownandgoose.com 865-524-2100 123 S Central St, Knoxville We are a British gastro-pub in the Old City. We believe cooking is about getting the best products available. For us, the best comes from local farmers. We source from more than eight farms, cure our own meat in house, and host seasonal farm dinners.
ECHO BISTRO AND WINE BAR echobistro.com echocaters@gmail.com 865-602-2090 5803 Kingston Pike, Knoxville
Echo specializes in classic creative American/French cuisine offering items like lamb T-Bones, Crab Cakes, Steak Diane and Escargot all while providing a warm, friendly, neighborhood joint kind of atmosphere.
FARM-TO-GRIDDLE CREPES
On Facebook at Farm-to-Griddle Crepes hootowlblue@gmail.com We are a mobile creperie with a passion for producing gourmet crepes using as many organic, local and seasonal ingredients as practical. We offer savory meat, vegetarian, and sweet crepe options. Find us at local farmers markets, special events, and mobile food gatherings around town. We do grand openings and fund raisers.
CUSTOM GRAPHIC DESIGN FOR PRINT AND WEB info@nathanna.com | 865.236.1144
FIVE
Five-Bar.com knoxville@five-bar.com 865-219-1676 430 S Gay St, Knoxville There are restaurants today that have 400 menu items and 1000 wine selections. That might require a few too many decisions. At FIVE we make it easier. We offer five dinners, five white wines, and five red wines. We have a bar stocked with everything you need and nothing more. When you only have five entrées, they had better be good.
FLOW A BREW PARLOR flow.thevillagemg.com 865-385-6614 603 Main St, Knoxville
FLOW A Brew Parlor is proud to offer the finest coffees in the world from Counter Culture Coffee, brewed on the finest equipment, simply and perfectly. We use Cruze Farm for our dairy and carry baked goods from Wild Love Bakery, and we partner with local food trucks for food served outside our door. We also offer an elevated beer menu that is always evolving, reflected the seasons as well as the latest in creativity from some of the world’s finest breweries.
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GOODNESS TO GO
goodnesstogocatering.com goodnesstogocatering@gmail.com 865-253-7099 7064 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville Homemade and baked fresh daily. Fresh lunch and dinner, catering, and more. Located in Rocky Hill, we use locally sourced and all natural ingredients to create fresh baked breads, meals to go, soups, salads, and bakery items. We craft a soup and dinner to-go special daily. We use only 100% grass-fed beef and free range chicken. Our dairy products are from Sweetwater Valley and Cruze Dairy and we use and sell eggs and produce from Crooked Road Farm.
THE HEALTH FACTORY PALEO CAFE
JUST RIPE
OLIBEA
We are a Paleo Cafe that uses all organic products, and we offer dine-in or carry-out. We are the only place in Knoxville that has Cruze Farm ice cream for scooping. We also have smoothies, kombucha on draft, and use locally-sourced meat.
Just Ripe is a little food shop with a big focus on local and regional foods. Located in downtown Knoxville, we offer Southern Artisan specialty foods, groceries, seasonal produce, and a fresh deli selection to include humanely raised meats, charcuteries, and artisan cheeses. Our menu includes a variety of soups, gourmet sandwiches, salads, and biscuits with a various toppings to add, from house-made pimento cheese to humanely raised, local sausage patties. Baked fresh daily, choose from a selection of baked goods including scones, cookies, and muffins or one of our fresh juices and smoothies. Just Ripe is your stop for healthy and convenient food for you and your family.
Chef Jeffery’s passion for food started with breakfast when he was very young. The sounds of bacon sizzling in a pan, smell of pancakes cooking, and homemade cinnamon rolls baking. Seeing the steam rising from his mom’s coffee mug. He always felt that breakfast was a fresh start to his day. The idea for OliBea is simple: to bring you the best local/fresh ingredients as he can without killing your pocket. A place for you to come every day and have a chef-driven breakfast. Let OliBea be your fresh start, from his great grandma’s homemade cinnamon rolls to his house cured bacon.
healthfactoryknoxville.com info@healthfactoryknoxville.com 865-579-7606 2900 Alcoa Hwy, Knoxville
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hollyseventfuldining.com hambright610@gmail.com 135 S Gay St, Knoxville Holly’s newest restaurant, all food is guaranteed to be handmade and delicious. Check out our daily specials. We guarantee, you’ll never leave hungry.
HOLLY’S CORNER
hollyseventfuldining.com hambright610@gmail.com 865-851-7854 852 N Central St, Knoxville
justripeknoxville.com justripeinfo@gmail.com 865-851-9327 513 Union Ave, Knoxville
olibea.net contact@olibea.net 865-200-5450 119 Central Ave, Knoxville
theplaidaproncafe.com drew@theplaidaproncafe.com 865-247-4640 1210 Kenesaw Ave, Knoxville
K BREW
knoxvillebrew.com hi@knoxvillebrew.com 865-216-3357 1328 N Broadway, Knoxville
Our Central Avenue location offers lunch daily. Our specials board features daily soups, sandwiches, and whatever else owner Holly Hambright feels likes making. Be sure to try the magical soups and infamous chicken salad.
We are a coffee oasis sandwiched between Old North and 4th and Gill. We offer more than 8 different brewing methods including colddrip and hand-poured coffee. Our mugs are crafted by a local potter and we use local honey and milk in our beverages.
HOLLY’S HOMBERG
KNOX MASON
hollyseventfuldining.com hambright610@gmail.com 865-330-0123 5032 Whittaker St, Ste 3, Knoxville We are a locally-grown catering company with the need to feed. We use seasonal ingredients for our lunch and dinner menus, and all food is guaranteed to be handmade and delicious. Check out our daily specials. We guarantee, you’ll never leave hungry.
HORN OF PLENTY MARKET & RESTAURANT
hornofplentyknoxville.com 865-690-9602 9132 Middlebrook Pk, Knoxville We are a locally owned market & restaurant featuring country cooking made from scratch! We now serve our own homemade bacon for Sat Breakfast! Daily specials are served for lunch & dinner Mon-Fri (Sat-breakfast & lunch) with lots of scratch made sides (like our famous mac & cheese). We use, in season, Grainger County tomatoes for our sandwiches & salads and for our fried green tomatoes! Come try our own smoked pulled pork, chicken or ribs, OR our homemade tamales & chili! See website for full menu.
THE ICON: RESTAURANT & LOUNGE knoxvilleicon.com 865-249-7321 Sunsphere- 5th Floor 810 Clinch Ave, Knoxville
Located high in the sky, on 5th floor of the Sunsphere, Icon: Restaurant & Lounge is a dining and nightlife experience like none other in Knoxville. From the southern-inspired culinary creations of award winning Chef Bruce Bogartz to the eclectic metropolitan decor, The Icon is a destination for those seeking creative seasonal cuisine and craft cocktails. Chef Bruce sources produce from Mountain Meadows Farm in Anderson County, beef and pork from Southern Natural Foods in Henderson County, and is consistently shopping at the Knoxville farmers’ markets ensure that the The Icon has the best in fresh, local ingredients.
THE PLAID APRON CAFE
We serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, pastries, and coffee drinks in an environment that will keep up with the highest standards of southern hospitality. We use only the freshest product available to us and strive to keep it as local as possible.
REMEDY COFFEE
remedycoffee.com 865-335-0967 125 W Jackson Ave, Knoxville
knoxmason.com matt@knoxmason.com 865-544-2004 131 S Gay St, Knoxville Knox Mason is a full-service restaurant and bar located on the historic 100 Block of Gay St in downtown Knoxville. Chef Matt Gallaher’s seasonally focused menu changes regularly and features the finest Southern products available.
KNOXVILLE PUBLIC HOUSE
Our coffee is 100% organic, Direct Trade Certified and regionally roasted so you can count on it being as fresh as possible every time. We do our best to source the very finest local ingredients. We partner with Cruze Dairy Farm to ensure sure all of our espresso based beverages are made with fresh milk from happy, grass fed cows right here in East Tennessee. From baked goods to chocolate, our buying decisions support farmers, co-ops, and local companies that deliver rich, quality ingredients.
RETRO TACO
knoxpublichouse.com 865-247-4344 212 W Magnolia, Knoxville
facebook.com/retrotacos 865-333-9551
We are a neighborhood bar with no TVs, no live music, and no smoking inside. We specialize in craft cocktails, a small but delicious wine list, plenty of beer, southern inspired food sourced as locally as possible, and general good times.
NORTHSHORE BRASSERIE northshorebrasserie.com brian@northshorebrasserie.com 865-539-5188 9430 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville
We are a French-inspired bistro with casual dining in an upscale setting. We own a farm where we source vegetables for our seasonal Market Salad, and we feature house-made charcuterie. We’re open for lunch and dinner daily and brunch on Sunday.
OLD CITY JAVA
oldcityjava.com hello@oldcityjava.com 865-523-9817 109 S Central St, Knoxville
Retro Taco is the first food truck to bring fresh, California style Mexican to the streets of Knoxville. Our menu includes Mexican street-style tacos, loaded nachos, burritos, and our one of a kind loaded quesadillas. All meats are slow cooked, the pico is fresh, and the sauces are made from scratch. We strive to offer locally grown produce, some of which is grown right from our own 6 acre agriculturally zoned land. The truck is a novelty unto itself. This 1974 Starcraft Starcruiser runs like a gem and looks like a classic.
SAVORY AND SWEET FOOD TRUCKS savoryandsweettruck.com byron@savoryandsweettruck.com 865-310-6827
We are driven to create great food. Our focus is serving fresh, seasonal cuisine using local ingredients. The Savory and Sweet Food Trucks are at festivals, events, and farmers’ markets all around Knoxville. Hungry now? Find our current locations on our website or on knoxvillefoodtrucks.com.
Old City Java is a coffeehouse and bakery with focus and a dedication to craft. We work with both Cruze Farm and Century Harvest Farm for our dairy needs. Our coffee is responsibly sourced by Durham, NC based Counter Culture Coffee.
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RESTAURANTS & FOOD TRUCKS STOCK & BARREL
thestockandbarrel.com inquiry@thestockandbarrel.com 865-766-2075 35 Market Square, Knoxville We follow a farm-to-table concept at our Market Square location by working with farms and businesses around the Knoxville area to create craft gourmet burgers using all local beef. We have a full bar with high-end bourbon and Cruze Farm milkshakes.
SUNSPOT
sunspotrestaurant.com info@sunspotrestaurant.com 865-637-4663 2200 Cumberland Ave, Knoxville At our Cumberland Avenue location, Executive Chef Brandon Cruz artfully prepares a healthy, fresh blend of Southwestern, Caribbean and Latin American Flavors from vegetarian favorites like the curry tofu tacos to our meaty Roasted Pork Burrito.
THREE RIVERS MARKET, KNOXVILLE’S COMMUNITY FOOD CO-OP threeriversmarket.coop info@threeriversmarket.coop 865-525-2069 1100 N Central St, Knoxville
We’re Tennessee’s only independent, locally-owned food cooperative, and we’ve been connecting East Tennessee with healthy local, natural, and organic foods since 1981. Our salad bar and hot food offerings are made with local, organic ingredients. Delicious vegan, vegetarian, and meat entrees, side dishes, a variety of soups, and grab and go salads and sandwiches are prepared fresh every day. Check our website for daily menus. Fresh-baked scones, muffins, cookies, and breads are found here too, along with the finest locally-made treats!
THE TOMATO HEAD
thetomatohead.com talktous@thetomatohead.com Gallery Shopping Center 865-584-1075 7240 Kingston Pike, Ste 172, Knoxville Market Square 865-637-4067 12 Market Square, Knoxville We believe less processed food tastes better. Not only does it taste better, it’s much healthier. You’ll notice this difference in our house made dressings and handcrafted pizzas, as well as in our colorful salads and sandwiches. Fresh produce from East Tennessee farmers like Hines Valley Farm, Mountain Meadows Farm, and Colvin Family Farm is featured in our daily specials. Well known for our vegan and vegetarian dishes, our menu has plenty for the carnivore. All of our proteins are nitrate/nitrite free, all natural and antibiotic free. Our house made lamb sausage is cooked in small batches to ensure freshness. Our sister bakery, Flour Head Bakery, prepares all of the Tomato Head’s desserts and breads each morning.
TOOTSIE TRUCK
tootsietruck.com tootsie@tootsietruck.com 865-771-8028 We specialize in delicious, scratch-made fare that features local & organic ingredients on our always-changing menu. Find catering information and our schedule online at the website above.
WINDOWS ON THE PARK
On Facebook at Windows on the Park sales@hiknoxdwtn.com 865-522-2800 525 Henley St, Knoxville This isn’t your average hotel restaurant. Holiday Inn Chef Chris Leynes sources from local farmers and artisans at this downtown restaurant overlooking World’s Fair Park. You’ll enjoy contemporary Southern cuisine in a modern lounge environment.
Loudon County AUBREY’S LENOIR CITY
aubreysrestaurants.com/aubreys 865-986-3113 401 Town Creek Rd East, Lenoir City Aubrey’s is a local institution, serving up classic comfort food with a simple Southern style like our homemade pimento cheese or fried chicken. Aubrey’s has forged lasting local relationships and is proud of its deep connections to the community.
Monroe County TELLICO GRAINS BAKERY tellico-grains-bakery.com 423-253-6911 105 Depot St, Tellico Plains
Our breads are made fresh daily by hand and baked in our brick oven. Our pastries are baked fresh daily in small batches. We serve sandwiches made to order on our fresh baked rolls and breads, as well as wood-fired pizzas.
TELLICO KATS DELI
tellicokats.com dine@tellicokats.com 423-253-3411 1829 Cherohala Skyway, Tellico Plains The menu of custom prepared specialty sandwiches features their quality deli meats and cheeses, but Kats goes way beyond the menu. Daily specials highlight their true creativity, with seasonal vegetables and fruits inspiring additional sandwich offerings, homemade soups and exotic salads, plus “chef’s whim” selections, like quiche or chili. Sourcing many ingredients from local farm markets, Kellye and Tomye create extraordinary salads, combining delicious fresh ingredients you’d never think of mixing yourself, often with their homemade dressings.
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Pickett County FARMHOUSE RESTAURANT 931-864-4070 9201 Hwy 111, Byrdstown
Offering a selection of down-home cooking combined with the Farmhouse’s own specialties. Come and try the hot bar and salad bar! The owners grow their own vegetables in season to help supply fresh produce for the restaurant.
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ARTISANAL FOOD PRODUCERS & BAKERIES East Tennessee’s artisanal food producers and bakeries create a wide variety of mouthwatering products, from pastas to pastries to preserves—everything your tastebuds could crave. Many use local ingredients, and all are dedicated to creating the most delicious, scratch-made goods to be consumed either on the spot or to add to your meals at home. Look for these products at your local farmers’ market, neighborhood grocery, or, in some cases, in their own brick-and-mortar locations.
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Anderson County NORRIS DAM GOOD PRODUCTS norrisdamgood.com michaelhatcher@norrisdamgood.com 423-946-1013 Norris
Using over 20 years of culinary experience and a deeply rooted love for true southern food, we at Norris Dam Good Products are determined to bring you true southern food products of the highest quality inspired by the family dinner table. Visit our website to find out where to buy our BBQ sauces and dry rubs.
Campbell County RALPH’S DONUT SHOPPE 424-562-1200 210 E Central Ave, LaFollette
Ralph’s Donut Shoppe is a homemade family run business from start to finish. Ralph started making donuts at the age of 21, and is now 77 years old. Ralph says he is still trying to get it right but with just one bite you will know that he has conquered that task. He makes fresh, from scratch donuts: yeast raised and old fashioned buttermilk cake donuts, pastries, and sometimes bread. Ralph is known in Maine, Florida, South Dakota, and now Tennessee for his craft! Come see us for your “daily dose a dough”.
SHUNZI SAUCE
shunzisauce.com shunzisauce@comcast.net Oak Ridge Shunzi Sauce is an all natural hot sauce that teems with garlic flavor. Made from locally grown peppers from our own seed stock, it also has a “quick” spice bite that won’t overpower your food. In other words, you can expect it to enhance your meal, not ruin it. Our products are available online and at select retailers.
Blount County BLACKBERRY FARM blackberryfarm.com Walland
A 4,200 acre Relais & Chateaux property, Blackberry Farm is nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. Through our line of farmstead cheeses, charcuterie, and preserves, we seek to preserve the wellspring of farm goods when they are at their peak of freshness, and we hope to cultivate lasting relationships with the local farming community.
DANDY CANDY
dandycy7@gmail.com 865-230-3223 Friendsville DandY Candy produces Homemade Caramels that melt in your mouth! Our specialty caramels include Vanilla Flavored, Vanilla with Pecans, Sea Salt, Raspberry Flavored, Raspberry with White Chocolate Chips, Coffee Flavored, Coffee with Dark Chocolate Chips, Caramel Apple, Butter Rum, and Orange. Once you try one, you will be convinced they are the best caramels you’ve ever had. You can find our caramels at Pratt’s Country Store, The Market on Gay, The Market in Maryville, and Country Kinfolk in Lenoir City.
VIENNA COFFEE COMPANY viennacoffeecompany.com info@viennacoffeecompany.com 865-681-0517 212 College St, Maryville
We are a Craft Roaster and Member of the Roaster’s Guild of the Specialty Coffee Association of America. We roast daily in small batches using only the finest gourmet coffee beans, imported from throughout the tropics. We offer Espresso, single-origin and estate coffees, rich flavored gourmet coffees, Organic, Fair Trade, Shade Grown, Bird Friendly, Rainforest Alliance Certified and Swiss Water Decaffeinated coffees as well as our own private blends.
Jefferson County RUSHY SPRINGS FARM
rushyspringsfarm.wordpress.com rushyspringsfarm@gmail.com Talbott Our farm focuses on a variety of chilies. In addition to selling fresh chilies, primarily at the Market Square Farmers’ Market and high end restaurants, we transform them into world class salt brine fermentation chile sauces, as well as dried whole chilies and single variety gourmet chile powders. During fresh chile season various chile jams will be available. From time to time throughout the year salt brine fermentations loosely based on kimchi will be available as the required greens and vegetables come into season.
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Knox County BENEFIT YOUR LIFE
benefityourlifestore.com rspeed@benefityourlife.com 865-288-3193 620 Campbell Station Rd, Ste 24, Knoxville Benefit Your Life is a gluten-free bakery and market. We make gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free items sweetened with diabetic-friendly coconut nectar that taste delicious. You can also find us at Three Rivers Market, Just Ripe, and farmers markets.
BREAD OF LIFE
facebook.com/BreadofLife111 BreadofLife111@gmail.com 865-356-9050 Seymour Bread of Life is a family oriented bakery, using only the finest ingredients with from scratch recipes from my grandmother and great-grandmother. You can expect fresh artisan breads like sourdough, jalapeño cheddar, sun-dried tomato & herb, sweet breads, muffins, cakes, & cheesecakes. We craft jams and fruit butters made from local fruits and berries at the peak of ripeness, some from our family farm. Also, granolas, fudges & fondants, &, coming soon, pickles! You may have also enjoyed my fresh squeezed lemonades, limeades, orangeades, grapefruitades, & teas in mason jars at the farmers markets! You can find me at New Harvest Park Farmers Market and Market Square Farmers’ Market. We also cater weddings, events, & take special orders any time. Make it memorable!
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ARTISANAL FOOD PRODUCERS & BAKERIES CHEESECAKES & BREADS BY RICK
GARDEN TO GOURMET GOODNESS
Rick is a Certified Baker through the Retail Bakers Of America and former instructor at the UT Culinary Institute. Rick is now offering GLUTEN FREE BREAD and sweet goods, as well as an array of European style artisan breads, such as Ciabatta, Russian borodinsky rye, Pumpernickel, Light rye, German pretzels. He also bakes a rotating variety of sweets that include: “fragels” (a fried cinnamon-raisin bagel rolled in cinnamon sugar), croissants, Bavarian creme-filled bismarks, pecan sticky buns, cookies and more! His baked goods are available at Market Square Farmers’ Market and by special order.
We create high quality, old-fashion artisan jams and jellies in small batches. We are a family owned company and we seek out local produce when fruits and vegetables are not available on our farm in north Knoxville. We seek to promote old southern and family recipes using age old techniques with a twist on gourmet flare. Each jar is hand packed and hand labeled in our state certified domestic kitchen where we strive to go above and beyond industry standards. We have worked to create a broad line of exceptional products and to build exceptional relationships with our customers and supporters. You will find only the best fruit and vegetables in our products with no artificial preservatives or additives.
cheesecakesbyrick.com r_rickerman@yahoo.com 865-947-2947 Knoxville
CRUZE FARM GIRL cruzefarm.com cruzefarm@gmail.com Knoxville
Our family dairy milks Jersey cows. We pasteurize and bottle milk and buttermilk on our farm, and we churn our cream into ice cream. We start all of our ice creams with our own milk and cream, and add local farm eggs, cane sugar and salt, then create flavors inspired by the seasons such as strawberry buttermilk, wild mint chip, and egg nog. You can find our ice cream by the pint at many area groceries, and by the scoop at our Milk Bar at the Market Square Farmers’ Market.
DALE’S FRIED PIES
dalesfriedpies.squarespace.com dalesfriedpies@gmail.com 865-236-1590 Knoxville Dale’s Fried Pies is Knoxville’s mobile pie stand. Every pie we serve is made by Dale herself without any fancy machinery or ingredients you can’t pronounce. All of our seasonal flavors are inspired by the freshest ingredients we can find locally.
EPIPHANY COFFEE ROASTERS epiphany-coffee.com info@epiphany-coffee.com 865-223-8441 Knoxville
Nano roasted with love. We are committed to making your morning cup more enjoyable. Fresh whole bean coffee is available delivered weekly to the downtown Knoxville area.
FLOUR HEAD BAKERY flourheadbakery.com 865-330-1911 Knoxville
Flour Head Bakery is a sprout of the Tomato Head. Known for cooking delicious foods from scratch, this same dedication to quality ingredients and artisan craft is evident in Flour Head’s many products. Flour Head Bakery expresses this commitment by preparing all of their baked goods with unbromated and unbleached King Arthur Flour. You can find Flour Head bread at both Tomato Head locations and many retailers.
browneyedtn@hotmail.com 865-951-1588 Knoxville
GOOD GOLLY TAMALE
facebook.com/goodgollytamale goodgollytamale@gmail.com Knoxville Serving local tamales made with organic non-GMO masa and locally raised meat at the Market Square Farmers’ Market and events from our tamale trike. We also offer them frozen by the dozen.
HILLSIDE BAKERY
hillside-bakery.com info@hillside-bakery.com 865-705-9798 Knoxville Specializing in sourdough, whole-grain and specialty breads baked on the oven stone floor. Organic grains are freshly stone milled into flour before each bake. We sell by email menu subscription and at Three Rivers Market.
HONEYBERRY FARM
honeyjelly.com honeyberry.farm@hotmail.com 865-314-6753 Knoxville At Honeyberry Farm, we make artisan jellies from honey. All of our 11 flavors start with a 70-85% honey base, either Clover or Orange Blossom. We offer nine flavors in three sizes; our prices start at $2.50. We proudly use DutchGold USA Honey.
MAGPIES BAKERY
magpiescakes.com ryan@magpiescakes.com 865-673-0471 846 N Central St, Knoxville “All butter, all the time.” We’re a celebration, wedding, and retail cake bakery located in North Knoxville.
MS COCK-A-DOODLE’S
thecoopcafe.com thecoopcafektown@gmail.com 865-525-9384 Knoxville We make ten varieties of chicken salad, as well as pimento cheese. We often use locally-grown herbs. Our products are available at our cafe, The Coop Cafe, and at the Market Square Farmers’ Market.
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POPCULTURE
thepopculture.net jason@thepopculture.net 865-320-0022 3341 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville Using fresh fruits, and some local, seasonal ingredients, Jason Mitchell creates frozen popsicles that can be found from his mobile Pop Cart at many local farmers’ markets and events, as well as in retailers and restaurants in the Knoxville area.
RECLAIMING YOUR ROOTS reclaimingyourroots.com reclaimingyourroots@gmail.com 865-300-3736 Knoxville
Reclaiming Your Roots’ goal is to empower people to heal themselves. Through RYR, Knoxville-based herbalist Rachel Milford offers classes and individual consultations about herbal medicine and healing with food, as well as grows and sells a variety of hand-crafted, herbal tea blends, salves, and other herbal products.
RUSSO’S BAKERY
russopastry.com stephanie@russopastry.com 865-936-8353 Knoxville Accomplished freelance baker and pastry chef Stephanie Russo provides scratch-made pastries, pies, cakes, and breads for all occasions and special events. Russo’s specializes in custom designed wedding cakes, gluten-free breads and dessert tables utilizing local, seasonal ingredients.
THREE BEARS COFFEE COMPANY threebearscoffee.com info@threebearscoffee.com Knoxville
I’m devoted to roasting and serving coffees from some of the finest and most conscientious growers in the world. I sell roasted coffee by the pound and cups of hot coffee, as well as iced coffee, from my little coffee wagon at the Market Square Farmers’ Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays. You can also find Three Bears Coffee at Three Rivers Market, Just Ripe, and other fine food shops in the Knoxville area.
VG’S BAKERY
vgsbakery.com pieguy150@comcast.net 865-671-8077 11552 Kingston Pike, Knoxville Full line retail bakery featuring 100% “Made from Scratch” pastries, pies, cookies, breads, cakes, cupcakes & much more.
Loudon County REYNOLDS FARM
friedpielady@hotmail.com Loudon We grow and sell vegetables, canned products, and baked goods, including salsas, jams, pickles, and pies made with our produce. You can find us at the Market Square Farmers’ Market and local festivals.
WELSUMMER Greenback
Artisan crafted, locally grown ingredients, the Welsummer Brand offers various preserves, pickled products, pastas, breads, and so much more. From Heirloom Tomato Jam to Bloody Mary Mix, the Welsummer Brand is sure to offer a wonderful balance of sweet and savory flavors that you can enjoy through all of the seasons. You can find us at Just Ripe in downtown Knoxville.
Monroe County TELLICO GRAINS BAKERY tellico-grains-bakery.com 423-253-6911 105 Depot St, Tellico Plains
Our breads are made fresh daily by hand and baked in our brick oven. We deliver our breads to locations in Knoxville and Maryville, including Three Rivers Market and The Market in Maryville. Our pastries are baked fresh daily in small batches. We serve sandwiches made to order on our fresh baked rolls and breads, as well as wood-fired pizzas.
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Roane County SIMPLY SWEET BAKERY
facebook.com/simplysweetbakeryharrimantn michaelborman@comcast.net 865-234-7057 431 N Roane St, Harriman We are a full service bakery, and create custom cakes for all occasions. You can find us with pastries, cookies, and other sweet treats at our retail location and at the Market Square Farmers’ Market.
GRANOLA NATURALS marys.granola@yahoo.com 865-453-1003 Sevierville
Granola Naturals is a boutique food producer of healthy natural granola products. Handmade in small batches using organic and all natural ingredients. The product line consists of 3 flavors of granola cereal, as well as 3 types of granola bars and healthy granola based snacks. As a private chef, charter, and catering cook, I have always made and served my granola. In response, I was encouraged to market my products. I am a third generation natural food advocate.
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Kelly’s Pasta is about creating quality handmade pastas and making them easily available to you and your friends. I create my pasta in small batches using the freshest ingredients available.
OLDE VIRDEN’S RED HOT SPRINKLE oldevirdens.com info@oldevirdens.com Gatlinburg
Olde Virden’s Red Hot Sprinkle is an all natural substitute for hot sauce. We hand blend five types of dehydrated chili peppers to make a product that will add an explosion of flavor to any meal. Olde Virden’s is so versatile it can be sprinkled on pizza, added to spaghetti sauce, or spice up your favorite fudge recipe.
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YOU CAN HELP
kellyspasta.com kellyspasta@gmail.com 865-227-7070 Sevierville
Washington County EARTH&SKY CONFECTIONS earthandsky.squarespace.com 423-788-0202 137 E Main St, Jonesborough
Our high quality confections are inspired by the bounty of local ingredients available in our area. From local wildflower honey and fruit jams, to fantastic beer brewed just a stone’s throw from our shop, we strive every day to bring a small taste of East Tennessee to everything we make.
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WINERIES & DISTILLERIES One way you can enjoy local flavors is by popping a cork or twisting a bottle cap. An increasing number of wineries and distilleries are cropping up in our area, demonstrating delicious ways to preserve fruits and grains. Some wineries are growing the fruit themselves, and many others are using Tennessee grown fruit. Some distilleries are using locally grown grains, as well as local herbs or other products to create distinct flavors. Want to see how these libations are made? Many of these makers are just a short drive away and open for tours and tastings. Per Tennessee law, a Farm Winery can offer tastings and sales of wine that is produced using 95% or more of their own fruit. Farm Wineries, however, do not bottle their own wine; they contract with a regular winery in Tennessee to make and bottle the wine. Some states, such as New York, refer to farm wineries as “Estate Wineries.” These wineries are designated with a wine glass symbol and may only be open seasonally, so be sure to call before heading out.
Blount County BLUE GOOSE FARM & VINEYARDS bluegoosevineyards.com 865-456-7815 3334 Old Niles Ferry Rd, Maryville
Blue Goose is a small, family-operated farm and vineyard located just outside the city limits of Maryville. Our vineyard also has a beautiful view of the Great Smoky Mountains, making it perfect for hosting events and weddings. Our winery provides wine tastings and sales of our variety of wines, as well as local cheese and other products.
PLEASANT HILL VINEYARDS pleasanthillvineyards.com charles@pleasanthillvineyards.com 865-984-1530 2728 Wilkinson Pk, Maryville
This unique venue is the perfect location for weddings, receptions, meetings, birthdays, and high school, college or family reunions. The farm has been in the Henry family since the Civil War and is a focal point in the local community where weddings, barn dances and meetings have been held for over a hundred years. We recently received our Farm Winery License and sell wines made from grapes we grow. Visits & tastings available by appointment.
Cocke County GOODWATER VINEYARDS goodwatervineyards.com goodwatervineyard@yahoo.com 423-608-4977 1861 Goodwater Rd, Bybee
Goodwater Vineyards is a family run farm and winery located on the Nolichucky River in Cocke County. We hand select grapes from over 30 acres of estate vines. The winery, where you can try all of our estate grown wines, is open to the public Tuesday-Sunday 12-6pm. Come stroll our beautiful vineyards, sip a glass of our wine on Goodwater Island, or take a tour of the winery. We also offer catered picnics, events and weddings!
Grainger County SPOUT SPRING ESTATES WINERY AND VINEYARD
Hamblen County NOLICHUCKY VINEYARD
nolichuckyvineyard.com 423-586-8889 6600 Fish Hatchery Rd, Russellville Nolichucky Vineyard was once a tobacco farm located adjacent to the beautiful Nolichucky River, but in 2007 our family decided to plant our first vines in this rich river bottom soil that included: Riesling, Stuben, Traminette, Catawba, Concord, and Muscadine Grapes. These grapes are commercially grown and sold to several local area wineries. Upon passage of the Farm Winery Bill, we were able to contract with a commercial winery to custom crush wine from our farm-grown fruit. The Grape Barn opened July 2012 as the FIRST LICENSED FARM WINERY in the State of Tennessee. Our Tasting Room is now open and we have several different wines for your tasting pleasure.
Knox County
SpoutSpringEstates.com belt.alice@gmail.com 865-719-7485 430 Riddle Ln, Blaine
BLUE SLIP WINERY
SSE is a 5 acre vineyard and winery making wine from 100% of grapes grown on the farm. The winery offers wines made from Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Sangiovese grapes for tastings. SSE is located 30 minutes from Knoxville and 15 minutes from Rutledge off of Highway 11W. Vineyard tours and wine tastings are free of charge. The farm also provides a perfect setting for a wedding venue. The tasting room is open Friday and Saturday from 12:00 – 6:00 and Sunday from 1:00 – 5:00, or call ahead to see if we are there.
Blue Slip Winery is Knoxville’s First Winery and Tennessee’s first urban winery. Blue Slip wines are 100% farm to glass and Tennessee grown. Our wines are handcrafted, bottled and sold on-site. We are located downtown in the Historic Southern Railway Station which serves as a beautiful setting offering history, train tours, special events and free parking.
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blueslip.com lslocum@blueslip.com 300 W Depot Ave, Knoxville
KNOX WHISKEY WORKS
facebook.com/knoxwhiskeyworks knoxvilledistillery@gmail.com 514 W Jackson Ave, Knoxville Knox Whiskey Works is a small batch, craft distillery based exclusively in downtown Knoxville. Our mission is to harness the collective skill, passion, and expertise of East TN and pour this passion into authentic, distinct, and delicious hand-crafted spirits. We utilize two varieties of non-GMO heirloom corn grown for us by Riverplains Farm.
STILL WATERS FARM
stillwatersfarm-tn.com stillwatersfarm.tn@gmail.com 865-281-0894 7004 Fairview Rd, Corryton We are delighted to introduce our 2013 blueberry and wild blackberry wines, available starting in June. We offer dry and sweet made from berries grown with only organic fertilizers, OMRI approved pesticides and no herbicides. The care for our berries is reflected in our delicious wine. We are a Tennessee Licensed Farm Winery vinted by Blue Slip Winery, which means we grow the fruit and Blue Slip makes the wine. Available at Still Waters Farm and Blue Slip Winery.
Sevier County APPLE BARN WINERY
applebarnwines.com AppleBarnWinery@gmail.com 865-428-6850 220 Apple Valley Rd, Sevierville We offer a unique twist on wine. Our wine is hand crafted in small lots on the farm to provide each customer the best possible wine from local fruit. Open daily for tasting and sales, our family-oriented staff would love for you to stop by!
DAVY CROCKETT’S WHISKEY davycrocketts.com info@gatlinburgbarrelhouse.com 865-325-1111 650 Parkway, Gatlinburg
A lot of great things have been born in the mountains of East Tennessee, none more legendary than mountain whiskey and Davy Crockett. We make our whiskey in the Great Smoky Mountains, and use premium local grains and age-old techniques.
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Loudon County TENNESSEE VALLEY WINERY tnvalleywine.com 865-986-5147 15606 Hotchkiss Valley Rd E, Loudon
Tennessee Valley Winery was established in November of 1984 and is one of the oldest operating wineries in East Tennessee. We offer a selection of up to twenty different varieties and produce around 80,000 bottles of wine per year as well as ship around the country. Our wines have been served in the White House while Al Gore, who is from Tennessee, was in office and have also won over 800 awards from California to New York and everywhere in between. We prefer to use local grapes as often as we can except in situations, such as European grapes, which require a different climate.
Monroe County TSALI NOTCH VINEYARD tsalinotch.com tsalinotchjd@gmail.com 423-506-9895 140 Harrison Rd, Madisonville
At Tsali Notch, Tennessee’s largest commercial muscadine vineyard, our passion is the muscadine grape, offering six different muscadine wines to choose from. Indigenous to the Southeast, this fruit combines health benefits with a taste both delicious and sweet. To celebrate one of nature’s most delectable health foods, we offer a variety of muscadine products in a setting where rustic simplicity meets modern flair. According to the owner, “With so much to see and taste and experience, our vineyard is truly a feast for the senses.”
Farm Winery
eaglespringswine.com EagleSpringsWinery@gmail.com 865-465-3186 119 W Dumplin Valley Rd, Kodak We are proud to offer honey wines along with a limited selection of dry and semi-sweet wines. Free tastings are offered daily and the intimate winemaking area is also open for public viewing.
HILLSIDE WINERY
hillsidewine.com wineryhillside@gmail.com 865-908-8482 229 Collier Dr, Sevierville Partnering with local grape farmers, we crush over 1,000,000 pounds of TN grapes to be made into wine annually! Come sample the excellence of our Italian style and Bubbly wines. Wine tastings are free and we have other Tennessee products to sample.
MOUNTAIN VALLEY WINERY mountainvalleywinery.com mtnvalleywinery@gmail.com 865-453-6334 2174 Parkway, Pigeon Forge
We started producing wine in 1991 and have since come out with many popular award-winning varieties. With a focus on making French and German style wines along with a great selection of sweet fruit wines, we continually provide great selections.
OLD FORGE DISTILLERY
oldforgedistillery.com 865-774-4126 170 Old Mill Ave, Pigeon Forge 100+ years ago, the historic barn housed a farm supply store located just steps away from The Old Mill. Today, the building is home to the Old Forge Distillery, named after the iron forge that forged a community. Inside, in copper column stills, Head Distiller Keener Shanton crafts small-batch spirits including 1830 Original, moonshine made from pure mountain spring water and fresh-ground grains. Flavored moonshines – Chocolate, French Toast, and Coffee — are inspired by recipes from The Old Mill Kitchens. He uses the art of vapor infusion to extract natural flavors and colors from roots, herbs, and spices when crafting the Tennessee Roots line, a series of innovative 80 proof small batch spirits. The Old Forge Tasting Bar is open daily.
SUGARLAND CELLARS sugarlandcellars.com SugarlandCellars@gmail.com 865-325-1110 1133 Parkway, Gatlinburg
We are a fully operating winery offering tours and complimentary tastings of all wines available. Our wines are made from regionally grown grapes in the foothills of the Smokies. Our staff are vibrant, knowledgeable and can’t wait to help all of our visitors experience the sights and tastes that Sugarland Cellars has to offer!
SUGARLANDS DISTILLING COMPANY
sugarlandsdistilling.com info@sugarlandsdistilling.com 865-325-1355 805 Parkway, Gatlinburg We produce craft quality moonshine and whiskey in downtown Gatlinburg. Inside the distillery, guests can taste free samples, take a behind- the-scenes tour, and purchase a variety of moonshine and merchandise. We also have live music and storytelling.
Union County THE WINERY AT SEVEN SPRINGS FARM
winerysevenspringsfarm.com Nikki@sevenspringsfarmtn.com 865-803-0283 Maynardville Come and visit East Tennessee’s premier wine and vineyard location, situated on historic “Thunder Road” just outside Maynardville, and a short drive from Knoxville. Taste from a large selection of wines, expertly crafted in our modern winemaking facility. These wines are made with grape varietals grown in our vineyard and around Tennessee as well as fruit from leading viticultural areas in the United States. Our experienced winemakers apply their knowledge to handcraft a unique selection of both dry and sweet wines that will appeal to any wine lover. Our custom timber frame facility and walnut slab tasting bar truly offer a unique venue for weekend outings or day trips to rural East Tennessee.
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RESOURCES Want to get involved in the local food issues and activities you care about most? The organizations listed here provide helpful information as well as opportunities to get your hands in the dirt or your feet on the ground in support of the food issues that affect us most. Best of all, they put you in touch with the people making important changes in our communities.
BUILD IT UP EAST TN zval33.wix.com/builditupetn
We are a local organization housed under the national nonprofit Grand Aspirations. We began in 2012, when a group of concerned women decided to do something about the state of the local food economy. Our Mission Statement is: To improve the health of our community and economy and help preserve our region’s cultural heritage through the promotion of local, sustainably grown food. We aim to provide producers with greater access to markets and resources and to provide consumers greater access to affordable, nutritious food twelve months a year.
CAC BEARDSLEY COMMUNITY FARM Contact: Khann Chov beardsleyfarm.org beardsleyfarm@gmail.com 865-546-8446 1719 Reynolds St, Knoxville
An urban demonstration farm that promotes food security & sustainable urban agriculture through practice, education, and community outreach.
CENTER FOR URBAN AGRICULTURE, AT THE KNOXVILLE BOTANICAL GARDEN & ARBORETUM
farmingknoxville.org farmingurbanknoxville@gmail.com 865-591-8677 2743 Wimpole Ave, Knoxville The Center for Urban Agriculture at the KBGA is a centrally located educational complex dedicated to providing training, education, and employment opportunities for members of the Knoxville community. CUA is a ten-acre facility that provides fresh vegetables and fruits, value-added products, agricultural training, nutrition education, and entrepreneurial opportunities to residents at all income levels, but in particular low-income residents of urban Knoxville.
CHEFS COLLABORATIVE KNOXVILLE chefscollaborative.org hootowlblue@gmail.com 865-246-9975
Chefs Collaborative is the leading nonprofit network of chefs that’s changing the sustainable food landscape using the power of connections, education, and responsible buying decisions. Chefs Collaborative works with chefs and the greater food community to celebrate local foods and foster a more sustainable food supply. The Collaborative inspires action by translating information about our food into tools for making knowledgeable purchasing decisions. Through these actions, our members embrace seasonality, preserve diversity and traditional practices, and support local economies.
KNOX COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT
KNOXVILLE PERMACULTURE GUILD knoxvillepermacultureguild.org
The Guild is a network of individuals and groups that come together to share, experiment with, and build good ideas that will help our community adapt and thrive during the emerging energy-descent era. Every one of us has skills and experience to share, and anyone can host an event. We only ask that it be ‘permaculture related’ and that you take the time to research a bit beforehand on what that means. Permaculture comes out of the study of the energy and resource decline that humanity is facing in the coming decades, and how best to react to these challenges. By studying long-running cultures and by observing the dynamics of ‘nature’, general guiding principles can be distilled that can help us design good systems that will help us meet human needs through the emerging energy descent. So, at its heart, permaculture is a design science of constructing smart systems that will fill human needs in the ‘low energy’ future.
knoxcountyscd.com info@knoxcountyscd.com 865-523-3338 ext 3 4730 New Harvest Lane #200, Knoxville
SLOW FOOD TENNESSEE VALLEY
We work in partnership with the USDA-NRCS to promote conservation in agriculture. We provide technical and costshare assistance to local farmers for everything from irrigation to seasonal high tunnels.
Slow Food is an international organization that promotes good, clean and fair food for all. Slow Food Tennessee Valley’s mission is to support local growers, encourage sustainable practices, and preserve artisanal methods by cultivating the creation and enjoyment of food in the Tennessee Valley region through education, dialogue, and example.
KNOXVILLE KNOX COUNTY FOOD POLICY COUNCIL knoxfood.org info@knoxfood.org
The FPC exists as a forum for representatives of the local food system to gather and address problems found within food production, consumption, processing, distribution, and waste disposal. The primary focus of the FPC is on innovative solutions to problems that will promote sustainability, economic development, and social justice within the local food system. This is accomplished through education of government officials about issues of the food system, policy recommendations, policy writing, research, fostering of cooperation among private, public, and non-profit interests, and submitting reports to the Knoxville City Council and Knox County Commission.
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slowfoodtnvalley.com info@slowfoodtnvalley.com PO Box 1453, Knoxville
UT EXTENSION: FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
ag.tennessee.edu/foodscience/Pages/Food-Science-Extension.aspx faithc@utk.edu 865-974-7274 2605 River Dr, Knoxville Our extension program connects the resources of the Department of Food Science & Technology with Tennesseans by offering current, accurate, and research-based food science information. Our goal is to serve as a conduit to provide the best information and training for the food industry. Our focus areas include food safety, assisting entrepreneurs, and food product testing and nutrition labeling.
UT EXTENSION: ORGANIC AND SUSTAINABLE CROP PRODUCTION PROGRAM
annettew@utk.edu 865-974-8332 252 Ellington Plant Sciences Bldg, Knoxville The purpose of the program is to involve more Tennessee farmers in organic production in order to increase farm income and to provide an alternative to keep the family farm in the family. Organic production has the potential to increase profits by reducing the use of off-farm inputs and providing consumers with locally-grown, high-quality organic products in a rapidly growing market where the demand is greater than the supply. Our mission is to lead, inspire, discover, and advance organic and sustainable production locally and globally.
UT/TSU EXTENSION KNOX COUNTY extension.tennessee.edu/knox dgriff@tennessee.edu 865-215-2340 400 W Main St Ste 560, Knoxville
UT Extension Knox County offers a wide variety of publications and information to answer all of your horticulture, gardening, canning, freezing, and drying questions. Visit our website for more information on the programs and services we offer, including soil testing, canning classes, and food nutrition education.
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education to help you make informed decisions about family, food, health, home and money for a better future.
For more information visit, fcs.tennessee.edu. UT Extension – Knox County, Heather Kyle-Harmon, 865-215-2340 UT Extension – Blount County, Christopher Sneed, 865-982-6430
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