If you are looking for some home-grown food this winter then look no further. Kansas City has some great local city markets, at-the-farm markets as well as local grocery markets in the metro area, which sell local produce and food all year round. If you live in the area or just visiting, be sure to swing by one of these locations for some great food.
The Farmer’s Market in Kansas City
Located at The City Market on 20 E. 5th Street in Kansas City, is the largest farmer’s market in the region. Rain or shine it is open during the winter months every Saturday from 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., to offer the finest produce, fresh from Missouri and the surrounding regions. With more than 140 vendor stalls bursting with bedding plants, fruits, vegetables, herbs, fresh baked goods and other sweets, cut flowers and crafts made by local artisans you’ll surely find something delightful for one of the senses. Currently, the produce that is in season in the area and at the market are turnips, broccoli, winter squash, spinach, sweat potatoes, pumpkins, potatoes, and popcorn.
The City Market also has restaurants and stores that sell many varieties of ethnic food, such as, German, Korean, Vietnamese, and Italian. Besides good food, the City Market has live entertainment and museums, which you can visit to enhance your cultural experience.
For more information on The City Market, visit their website.
McGonigles Market
McGonigles Market is located at 79th street and Ward Parkway in Kansas City, MO. They are famous for providing Kansas City the highest quality meat since 1951. They offer lamb, beef, chicken, turkey, pork and veal. They even offer specialty meats such as bison, elk, ostrich, venison, wild boar, and rabbit (raised in USA). They also have seafood and fresh produce provided by local farms. One of their specialties is their wide variety of local barbeque sauces, seasons, and rubs. They have prepared meals and smoked meat too, which you can smell them cooking when you pull up to visit. A wonderful little market with Kansas City hospitality to offer, along with good food.
McGonigles Market is open all week, for exact hours and more information visit their website or call 816-444-4720.
Shatto Milk Company
Shatto Milk Company is a local diary farm located in Osborn, MO near St. Joseph, which offers milk and other local products and produce at their Country Store all year round. The Shatto dairy farm was started in early 1800’s by Minnie and George Winstead, who bought the farm after they were married. The farm remained a small diary farm until 2003, when Leroy and Barbara Shatto started bottling their own milk and distributing to local grocery stores in St. Joseph and Kansas City. This endeavor saved their farm and brought local fresh milk to the residents of the area. A wonderful place to visit to buy some milk, or schedule a tour of the dairy farm, which is a great learning experience for kids!
For more information on Shatto Milk Company or to schedule a tour, visit their website or call 816-930-3862.
These local markets will surely guarantee fresh, local food for you and your family this winter. Enjoy and good eating!