Market Friday. Farmers Organic Market.

over 4 years ago

Farmers Organic Market.

This Farmers Organic Market is situated at the Burleigh Heads State School which is on the corner of the main Gold Coast Highway and West Burleigh Road,in Burleigh Heads, Queensland 4220.

I am submitting this post as my entry into the weekly Market Friday organised by @dswigle

One of the main things I enjoyed about this Farmers Market was the fabulous array of products available. There was such a positive and friendly vibe happening and it was clear to me that many shoppers were regular customers.

Products included super foods, beverages, honey, jams, relishes, gourmet foods, bakery, meat, fish, deli, global foods, dips, chutneys, sauces, fresh flowers, plants, arts & crafts, antiques, and collectibles. In other words, "Something for everybody."

I read a couple of reviews from Tripadvisor written about this Organic Farmers Market which backed up my first impressions.

Review #1. "The choice of certified, organic and chemical free fruit and veg is amazing."

Review #2. "We always come back. Love doing our weekly fruit and veg. There is awesome gozelme dumplings and gluten free donuts which you can't find in a store front (& trust me, we have tried.)"

Hmmmmm! I've never heard of 'gozelme dumplings' before. But, if you're like me, a positive review goes a long way to tempt me to try what has been recommended. I will look out for them next time I am in town.

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Stallholders provided a wonderful selection of healthy, fresh, organic foods and produce. A large area contained a wide variety of bulk foods where customers were able to choose what they wanted and the amount they wanted. They measured out their required portions with the help of large scoops and transferred them into bags to be weighed at the counter.

Other items were conveniently packaged.

The fragrance from the Essential oils displayed at this stall was wonderful.

But the aroma of freshly brewed organic coffee nearby was even more wonderful.

You simply cannot have a market without the availability of good coffee. It would loose a lot of appeal, in my humble opinion.

The ingredients for the tortilla wrap advertised here sounded interesting. 'Homemade okara tortilla, crispy fried tofu, lettuce, cucumber, carrot, homemade sauce, tofu mayonnaise, plain or chilli.'

There is nothing nicer than Farm fresh fruit and vegetables. Most, if not all of the produce sold at this market would be locally grown and its always good to support our hard working farmers.

Yes. You do have to pay more for organic produce, but more and more we are learning about the harmful effects of the chemicals and sprays that that are too often used on commercial products.

Many health conditions can be associated with such chemicals and if we are not fortunate enough to be in a position to grow our own fruit and veggies and skin care products etc, then this is the price we have to pay.

The taste of organic food is much richer and flavoursome and when you have it regularly you really notice the difference when its not available.

How's this for going the extra mile? A GOurmet Food Recipe to copy and take home with you. I will never tire of eating zucchinis. They are so versatile and easy to prepare. I might have to try this recipe.

The location of these markets which are situated on a grassy flat area of the Burleigh Heads State School provide ample parking for visitors. There is a definite country feel at these markets due to the produce available but due to the close vicinity of the beach, one can enjoy cool sea breezes whilst shopping too.

That's a great combination if you ask me.