South Jersey Farmers Markets Help Give the Garden State Its Name
Where I live in Gloucester County, NJ I'm surrounded by farms that have gone back generations. The area is known as peach country but depending on the season you can get anything from fresh blueberries and juicy tomatoes to root veggies and squash. There are many farmers markets within a short drive but a few have really stood out and earned a well deserved local following. Here are two of my favorites:
Heritage Station: Located in Richwood, NJ this is great place to stop. Out front you will find a great selection of fresh produce. Inside is a large gift section of area goodies, a bakery with some of the best pies you will ever taste, and even a wine tasting area for you to sample their delicious collection produced from the on-site winery. My recommendation is the peach wine as it really takes advantage of what the area is known for and is a delicious summer treat. It's open 7 days a week all through the year although summer really brings out the best it has to offer.
Duffield's: Located in Sewell, NJ this is a family favorite. My kids love the animals they can visit and feed (through tubes to keep it safe and sanitary for all), my husband loves their apple cider donuts, and I love the wide variety of fresh produce they offer year round. At different times through the year they even offer activities such as apple picking, pumpkin hayrides, and a trip to the Easter Bunny's house. Inside, you will find the bakery, tons of produce, and a deli that will make you up a hoagie you won't soon forget. They are year round, every day except for Sundays.
Next time you are in my neck of the woods be sure to check out these two gems and you won't be disappointed. After all we aren't called the Garden State for nothing!
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