Farmers Markets

Good, healthy food is ultra-important, and as our bodies absorb toxins from every side, food that sustains our vibrant health is even more vital.  A South County landmark, “the Co-op” is just such a place.  It is a gem that we MUST support.  Food there is lovingly prepared or purchased.  …

Rhode Island Organic Omega-3 Caesar Dressing has been named as one of its finalists for the 2016 SupplySide CPG Editor’s Choice Awards. Five 2016 consumer packaged goods (CPG) products were selected by the SupplySide editorial team for achievements in innovation and market impact in 22 different categories.  RI Organic Omega-3 …

Local, organic and delicious…what is better than that?  Rhode Island Organic Omega 3 Dressings are “made with your heart and brain in mind.”  Rhode Island Organics offers omega 3 salad dressings, marinades and sauces.  Rhode  Island Organics is committed to using ingredients that are organic and produced without damaging Earth’s …

Now that Summer has officially begun, signaled by schools closing and vacation cottages opening, The General Stanton Inn Flea Market is offering visitors two days of flea market treasure hunting every weekend, until Columbus Day.  The 51 year-old, Charlestown Flea Market, also opens on holiday Mondays, including the upcoming Fourth …

Rhode Island is home to a revolutionary non-profit food incubator, Hope & Main.  This summer Hope & Main has a delicious line-up of culinary events and festivals.  Here is a release of upcoming events…including the kick-off of the Schoolyard Market! June 19 – Schoolyard Market. Hope & Main kicks off …

Rhode Island has no shortage of farmers, fisherman and aquaculturists who can fill your table with locally raised produce, seafood and meats.  In addition, there is a wide variety of bakers, artisans, breweries, vineyards and purveyors who can supply all the extras to keep your holiday meals local.  Here some …

 16 Places for Local Rhode Island Turkeys PLEASE NOTE THIS POST IS FROM 2015.  BE SURE TO CONTACT THE FARMS FOR UPDATES! Thanksgiving is about gathering with family and friends and being thankful for what we have.  This year, be thankful for your local farmers because now there are many …

Largest pumpkin ever grown in North America was grown here in the smallest state!  A true testament to agricultural prowess.  This 2,232 pound beast was grown in Coventry by Ron Wallace.  He received a $3,500 cash prize for this scale tipping pumpkin.  It will be on display at the New …

The ornamental flower of fall, the Mum, is widely available throughout the state. Here is a list of our favorite places to get fall mums! John and Cindy’s Harvest Acre’s Farm–  Located in West Kingston is offering 10″ Mums at $7.99.  You can also purchase 3 for $21.00 or 5 …

  As one rides down Route 12, running east to west across the center of our fair state, the vistas change rapidly: from the historical, yet put-together, village of Edgewood, past bustling Cranston East and Rolfe Square, past the Italian markets, bakeries, and finally, past rare, for RI, panoramic views …