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USA TODAY SPECIAL EDITION
ON THE FARM
Farm Fresh Markets offer a variety of local produce, many year-round By Amber Gibson
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FTEN, FARMERS MARKETS ARE the heart of a city’s culinary scene,
where chefs get inspiration for seasonal specials and diners can connect with the tireless workers growing their food. Support local agriculture and sample fresh produce and artisan foods at these markets, rated by USA TODAY’s 10Best as worthy of a visit:
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BOULDER COUNTY FARMERS MARKET, COLORADO
From professional farmers with hundreds of acres to backyard gardeners and hobbyists, all are welcome to sell directly to the public on Wednesday afternoons and Saturday mornings to a soundtrack of live music in downtown Boulder. Along with unique produce like seedless yellow watermelon, white eggplant, purple beans and golden beets, you’ll find honey, farm-fresh eggs, roasted chilies, flowers, chocolate and prepared food and drink. Farmers from Western Slope orchards make the trip each week to share tree-ripened fruits, and you can buy pork, charcuterie and produce from Eric Skokan of Black Cat, who is both a chef and farmer.
ILLUSTRATION: HAYLEIGH CORKEY; BOULDER CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
