Misty Meadows Market

 As I mentioned yesterday we had a great drive to and visit at the Mennonite run Misty Meadows Market in Conn, about an hour south and a place that's out of the way for most folks.  This has evolved from a roadside wagon with the horse grazing nearby, to a store in the bottom floor of a house, to a large bright new market building.  Quite remarkable growth over 15 years for this small business.  

We met the owner back in the early years, and still say hello to him when we see him, though they have a hugely larger customer base now.  The newly paved parking lot has been expanded and it was full.  It's the sort of place where you feel at home recognizing the people who serve you, even if they may not recognize us.  And they sell butter tarts!

All these fresh veggies need very few comments.  Must of this produce comes from the Elmira Produce Auction, a co-operative set up to provide a consistent market for both farmers (mostly Mennonites) and customers.  All of it is locally grown here in Ontario, and some grown locally right here around Conn.  It's the quality and quantity you come for here.

Great veggies, and you can buy large quantities of things like cukes for pickling.

There was lots of fruit too, though somehow I missed getting pictures of the Ontario peaches which we've been enjoying the past month.

I think the peppers win the prize for both bright colours and variety!  Tomorrow, a peak inside the store.