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Farmers' markets in regions that have four seasons are, as you'd expect, different in character than those you find in tropical climates.  Harvest is seasonal, so the best times to visit them is during the summer and early fall.  Many Farmers' markets in North America are only open during the summer months, shuttering for the winter.

 

Those markets that are open all year round need to adapt to the changes in the season.  Most will be in an enclosed building which can be heated when needed (and which keeps you dry and cool in the summer, too).  The local produce in the winter season is much more limited and includes produce and vegetables that stores well (eg. apples, potatoes, onions) or come from local greenhouses (peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms).  But even on a cold winter day people like to go to the markets for great fresh meat and sausages, cheeses, and generally a large food court.  Food courts in markets, in my experience, tend to be unusually good as they are an important crowd draw.

 

I visited the Farmer's market near my home in Calgary a few weeks ago.  It was a good time to go as fresh crops were being harvested from the prairies and lots of fresh fruit was making its way to market from nearby British Columbia (well known for its fruit and wine).   I thought I'd share that experience with you in this photo essay:

 

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"We do not take a trip, a trip takes us".  John Steinbeck, from Travels with Charlie

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Thanks for your comments, Lester and Jonathan.  There are several Farmers Markets in Calgary because it is a fairly large city (well over a million people).  This featured market is the one on Blackfoot Trail, close to 77th.  There is a market more on the western end of town which would be closer to Canmore.  And both have those great savory pies, which are delicious 

Twitter: @DrFumblefinger

"We do not take a trip, a trip takes us".  John Steinbeck, from Travels with Charlie

Great pics Dr. F, wonderful bountiful Calgary produce of all shapes sizes and hues, makes me hungry just to think what I could do with them all! Lovely memories of our trip over there to meet you!

One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things."  Henry Miller

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Great pics Dr. F, wonderful bountiful Calgary produce of all shapes sizes and hues, makes me hungry just to think what I could do with them all! Lovely memories of our trip over there to meet you!

It was delightful to meet you and your lovely wife.  Next time you come, we'll not only have to put away a great steak by try some of those great pies in the market!

Twitter: @DrFumblefinger

"We do not take a trip, a trip takes us".  John Steinbeck, from Travels with Charlie

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