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Farmers' Market Favourites

With the outdoor farmers' market season quickly approaching, what are your favourite things about visiting your local farmers' market that you would like to see recreated on our site?

Source: http://blog.foodstory.ca/post/47656917058/farmers-market-favourites

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Customization

Customization

Availability to pick and choose, just as if you were at the market.

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Learning About Upcoming Events

Learning About Upcoming Events

The market is a great place to learn about what is happening in your community.

Letting Your Friends Know About The Market

You're such a good friend, you want to let all of your friends know about the market and its bounty too!

Exploring New Foods

This is a what!? Having the vendors suggest new foods you might have never thought to try before. Matt Galloway from CBC Metro Morning gives a great example from our recent chat. Click the 'Exploring New Foods' link to hear the 3 minute clip.

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New Recipes

New Recipes

Who better to tell you how to best cook your food than the producers themselves?

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Knowing Your Vendors

Knowing Your Vendors

The market vendors aren't just producers of the best tasting food around, they're also your friends.

The Aroma

Don't think it's possible? Click on the video and find out for yourself ...

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Social Atmosphere

Social Atmosphere

The market is a great place to run into old friends and like-minded, market faithfuls.

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Being Able To Pay With Cash

Being Able To Pay With Cash

When it comes to your wallet, are you a paper or plastic kind of consumer?

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Musical Stylings

Musical Stylings

Many markets feature live musicians, positively contributing to the overall atmosphere.