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The Farmers Markets of Savannah

Farmers Markets
Published on April 14, 2016

These days, people are more careful of the foods they put on their tables. This has lead to a growing trend in local farmers markets. In Georgia, people love to eat fresh farm-to-table produce, and no place is more hip to this than beautiful Savannah.

The local farmers markets offer better, fresher foods than all the processed foods you'll find on shelves at well-known supermarkets. There are many benefits of eating locally farmed foods, including knowing what ingredients you're putting in your body. At local farmers markets, foods are never mass produced, and are often free of pesticides and strange preservatives. Even local meats are sold without the harmful hormones, as local farmers are more conscientious of their livestock.

For its charming streets, southern allure, and hospitality, Savannah is often called the best place to live in GA. And for residents who like to eat a fresh and healthy meal, there are local farmers markets with all sorts of home-grown produce. Some of these local farmers markets in the best place to live in GA include:

  • The Forsyth Farmer's Market - Located at the south end of Forsyth Park, this market is open every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. Vendors sell home-grown produce and delicacies including organic fruits and vegetables, fresh breads, meats, cheeses and eggs, and even delicious chocolates. You can buy specialty items here such as grass-fed beef, locally-harvested honey, and locally branded coffee.
  • Wilmington Island Farmer's Market - This outdoor market sets up on the property of Islands High School (170 Whitemarsh Island Road) on Whitemarsh Island, every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. Locally produced foods here include all-natural gourmet products such as dried pastas, sauces and oils, fresh baked pastries, and farm-raised buffalo meat. You can also find a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Besides delicious foods, vendors at this market sell specialty items like natural body care products, handicrafts and jewelry, and pet treats and pet care products.
  • Richmond Hill Farmer's Market - Located under a covered pavilion at J. F. Gregory Park, this market runs from April to October each year on Tuesday nights from 2 pm to 7 pm. Here local farmers sell fresh organic produce, home made soups, dried pastas and olive oils, and organic beef, pork, poultry and more. Locally made natural crafts include soaps, pottery, jewelry and botannicals.

As the Spring season gets into swing, these Savannah farmers' markets will be booming with local vendors. Besides great, organic foods, many of them feature live music and entertainment. Fun for the whole family, these markets are a fun attraction to the best place to live in GA. If you like good food, delightful weather, and safe, affordable living, check out some of the homes in nearby Savannah gated communities.

Many Savannah gated communities offer comfortable living, social life, and first-class amenities. Whether you like golf, boating, relaxing at home, or walking on nature trails, there are Savannah gated communities to suit your daily lifestyle. This Spring season, come enjoy the farmer's markets in the best place to live in GA, and the fun and healthy living of the Savannah Lowcountry. 

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