If you stop and close your eyes, a Temecula Farmers Market has the power to transport your senses into the growing fields of Southern California, as apples, tomatoes, and other tantalizing eats tempt your palate.
Saturday Morning Old Town Farmers Market
Looking for something to do on a Saturday morning?
At the start of the day, residents head for the North end of historic
Old Town
Temecula to park their cars and explore the wares of between 70 to 80 farmers and vendors, who come to share their locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables.
This is a "Certified" Farmers Market - what that means is the produce you buy at the marketplace are certified by the state of California ensuring them to be fresh and locally grown. The fruits and vegetables meet all quality control measures of the state and are sold by the individual responsible for growing each item.
The colorful display of the Saturday morning marketplace is just one of the perks awaiting your arrival at (28464 Front Street) on 6th and Front Streets in Old Town Temecula - from 8am to 12:30pm.
As you can see by the video below, shopping at a Farmers Market is great if you want to maintain a healthy diet. You'll find that most everyone in Temecula is very friendly so you can be assured that you will get a smile and friendly conversation there! To play, hit the play button on the player controls to the bottom left of the video. To stop, press the play button again.
There are wonderful choices and other sparkling town gems that includes delicious food, entertainment, beautiful art, and handmade crafts. Exotic and eye-catching flowers and plants are also on display at this Temecula Farmers Market. There's even something for Fido, as you can select natural pet food items and doggie clothes to bring home. It is also not uncommon to encounter a collection of art works by the
local talent.
Every Saturday in Temecula that follows will provide the same opportunity to experience the atmosphere at one of the best Temecula Farmers Markets in town, yet you'll always have something new to discover along the way.
Best of all - admission is free - so there really is no excuse not to pay a visit at least once!
Overall, this is a charming tradition that will soon cause you to become a regular, as it is quite easy to lose track of time when tasting the local produce, enjoying good conversation to sniffing out the best earthy breads and hot off the grill - ready to eat Gyros.
The Gyros at this stand (photo at left) are a must try, there is a choice of chicken or beef and boy are they delicious! The Baklava is another 'live for' item...just too scrumptious to describe.
If you're itching to discover a whole new world of household goods and edible delights, I think the Temecula Old Town market is a great place to start.
Saturday mornings at the market is also a gathering spot to discover an assortment of baked goods, olive oils, fresh cheeses, delicious kettle corn, and handmade lotions and soaps.
Wednesday Morning Farmers Market at the Promenade Mall
While Wednesday offers a smaller Temecula Farmers Market to enjoy, don't be surprised if you bump into some of the same vendors that gather on Saturdays.
This morning treat is offered at the Promenade Mall (40820 Winchester Rd) just outside Macy's. The fun starts between 8 and 9 in the morning and continues until 1pm.
In general, who needs the grocery store when you have access to organic delights and local produce bursting with flavor? In order to take advantage of fresh Temecula fruits, vegetables, and other edibles - mark your calendars for the explosive excitement found at these Temecula Farmers Market choices located right in town.
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Looking for something to do on a Saturday morning? 
While Wednesday offers a smaller Temecula Farmers Market to enjoy, don't be surprised if you bump into some of the same vendors that gather on Saturdays. 
