Posted by Andrew Hickey on Nov 18, 2009 in
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Union Square Greenmarket
New York has plenty of restaurants stocked with local, organic, family-farmed, and otherwise sustainable ingredients. But sometimes it’s more fun to go straight to the source — or at least the farmers who actually grew (or raised) what you’re eating. Here are three greenmarkets worth a stop.
Union Square Greenmarket: Opened in 1976, this year-round attraction is by far the most well known greenmarket in the city. Come by early enough in the morning and you may bump into some of New York’s top chefs as they pick out items for their restaurants. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays feature cooking demonstrations from the likes of Robin Puskas of “Kitchen Caravan,” and on Fridays you’ll be able to sample some fine wines. Union Square West from 15th to 17th Streets. Stay nearby at W New York — Union Square.
77th Street Greenmarket: Open year-round on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., this fairly new greenmarket is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Previously located in a schoolyard, the market is now held on a tree-lined street and stocked with produce from local growers like Tree-licious and Terhune orchards. The market also offers specialty Asian products. Columbus Avenue between 77th and 79th Streets. Stay nearby at Excelsior Hotel.
Tompkins Square Greenmarket: Also open year-round, on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., this East Village market offers occasional cooking demonstrations, family-friendly events, and of course plenty of items to devour. A couple of highlights include fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries from Fantasy Fruit Farm and organic milk, yogurt, butter, and ice cream from Ronnybrook Farm. Avenue A and East 7 Street. Stay nearby at the Cooper Square Hotel.
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I would like to check out the Union Square Greenmarket.
Nice post! This is a great overview of some of the awesome markets in New York. For more information about vendors, schedules and the other markets in New York, check out http://www.whatisfresh.com.
Eat well!
Mike
My old dorm used to be right in front of the Union Square market. I miss it so. In the fall and winter you have to get the donuts and hot apple cider.
I am so going to Union Square I wouldn’t mind bumping shoulders with the top chefs!
No love for the Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket from the Brooklyn Nomad?!
I guess there has to be a hotel nearby.
I actually go to the Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket every Saturday. But this was for Manhattan only. Maybe down the line I can do a Brooklyn only piece.