My "First" Farmers Market

I would be lying if I told you I've never been to a farmers market, of course I have. But, I've never gone with the purpose of creating a meal out of what I've bought. In the past I've gone to farmers markets for the experience, coffee, being outside and maybe picking up a treat or two. However, today I went with a mission and it was a bit harder than I thought it would be.

As Jessica warned in her last post, it can be overwhelming! Well....she wasn't lying. I felt as thought everyone knew what they were doing and that I stood out like a sore thumb. But, I took a deep breath and pulled out the shopping list Jessica provided. Imagine how shocked and surprised I was when the first market didn't have one of the items on my list, sugar snap peas. Well there was no choice, on to the second farmers market.

At the second farmers market there was a lot more select and a lot more people. Again, I pulled out my list and followed it. This time I was able to locate everything and I also added a beautiful loaf of bread and some fresh guac .... I couldn't help myself! The people at the market were friendly and helpful and the prices weren't as steep as I expected. Look how yummy and fresh my cart was:

When I thought I had everything I needed I looked at the recipe again and realized I also needed a mandolin so had to stop by the anti-farmers marketing, Target. I have to admit, once I finally finished all this I didn't have the energy or inspiration to actually make the salad. So, I will post later this week with the run down of how it went along with photos. But, I do feel excited about my very first farmers market experience and look forward to my yummy salad!