Shop Local: Farmers Market in Oakland
You are visiting Oakland and need to shop for fresh produce. Do you go to the first super market available? Why not shop local and take full advantage of what the city has to offer and visit the farmers market in Oakland instead… The farmers market is a great way to experience how locals interact with one another and while you shop local you support local businesses as well!
Here is an overview of the farmers markets in Oakland that you should check out.
Fridays: Old Oakland Farmers Market
This Farmers Market in Oakland is worth the trip just for its location. The Old Oakland Farmers Market takes place in the middle of historic buildings. Even if you are not looking to actually shop, it is a great lunch stop: come enjoy the rotisserie chicken along with a glass of fresh apple juice! You can find here great Chinese, Afghan and Indian food. Make sure to have cash with you though!
Saturdays: Grand Lake Farmers Market
If you are looking for a farmers market in Oakland this should be the one to visit. Every Saturday until 2pm you can enjoy at the Grand Lake Farmers Market a wide variety of fresh products ( fruits, veggies, herbs, flower and already prepared foods), good quality, between a large choice of local vendors. So why go to Costco, when you can sample as many products of better quality, under the bright blue sky and shop local! This is a cash only farmers market.
Sundays: Jack London Square Farmers Markets
This farmers market in Oakland is a great way to enjoy your Sunday morning! While you shop local for fresh fruit and veggies, you can also listen to some live music and contemplate some art and crafts. And when you’re done shopping you can keep enjoying the square. This farmer market is usually less crowded and a bit smaller but with a lot of choices in produce and great sea food. PS : Leave you credit cards at home, and keep in mind that you might get a good deal before they clean up to leave ( around 1:45pm ) but there might be less choice…
Well, now you know where to shop local at the Farmers Market in Oakland… pick your day and enjoy the fresh produce and the ambiance!
