Recently, my son and I made a trip to The Boone County Farmer’s Market on Route 18 in Burlington. While this has market been around for quite some time, we had never stopped but this time the pumpkins and beautiful mums were too much to resist.
We found everything to tempt our tastebuds from homemade pumpkin bread, to jam, and even some crafts!
No farmers market would be complete without the fresh fruits and vegetables. One vendor had so many varieties of apples and we overheard him telling a customer about the endless things you could do with each type. He made sure to let them know which apple was best for which dish or dessert. Not having a culinary bone in my body, I was quite impressed to know that there really is a difference and that we were in company that could direct us with our needs.
As we strolled the booths, a scrumptious aroma filled the air! Chef Maggie Green was busy in the “kitchen” making some Spicy Butternut Squash Stew. Saying it smelled a bit like heaven might just be an understatement. It truly was heavenly. Unfortunately, we had to leave before she was done so we did not get to excite our tastebuds with her wonderful dish.
Before we could leave, we had a mission to complete. Pumpkins. We needed pumpkins.
While at the market, we discovered something that we had never witnessed before. WHITE PUMPKINS.
Because we like to be trend setters and mom wanted to get a little chic with her decor, we opted to get one white pumpkin. We love it!
I still can’t believe that for so long we had been passing by without stopping. I was so impressed and loved the feel of the market so much that I wanted to encourage you to take some time and stop by your local market. The great finds and unique feel will make your eyes come alive taking it all in. Take the kids and if you spot the white pumpkins…pick one out and take it home! You too will be giving your porch a fun and chic feel!
Boone County Farmers Market
6028 Camp Ernst Road
Burlington, KY 41005-0876
phone: (859) 586.6101
Jerry,
Check out Granny’s Garden. Located a little more than a mile down Camp Ernst rd. All the produce is grown right on the farm. With the exception of peaches and apples, which are grown by local farmers in the area. They also have a great selection of pies, cakes, candy, bread, jams & jellies which are made using family recipes. The entire farm is family owned and operated. I guarantee you won’t be dissapointed.
Last fall stopped to shop and noted some veggies that should have out of season. Inquired about if the ,farmer???, had grown or produced them. He did finally admit the tomatoes were shipped in from Nebraska? To bad but you may might want to ask questions before you buy. rotten apple in every barrel I guess. I haven’t been back.
I have worked at the Farmer’s Market for the last ten years, and have gotten to know most of the farmers there very well. Regarding the comment about produce being “shipped in from Nebraska”, I know several farmers who find it very insulting when they get the impression that customers think they know better than they do about what is in season or how a certain product should look or be grown, and would have likely made a sarcastic remark to such a customer. Believe me, having heard some questions that have made me ask twice to make sure I heard correctly, I can understand why on a bad day he would actually say something like that. I’m not excusing his sarcasm, but I simply mean to say that there is no truth in the statement. At the time the remark was made, tomatoes were indeed in season in northern Kentucky (the farm I work for was also selling them, as were most of the other farms). More importantly, to be allowed to sell at the Boone County Farmer’s Market, each farm is required to undergo inspection at county and state levels to ensure that everything is grown locally and raised and delivered in accordance with healthful standards. I’m not sure which farmer made the remark to you, but I’m sorry it made such a bad impression on you. He was, no doubt, being sarcastic. I’ve done a little research after reading this review and learned that Nebraska tomatoes should, indeed, have been out of season at the time, but northern Kentucky tomatoes can be found through the better part of October if the weather permits. If he was being honest, it was not to the knowledge of the Boone County Co-op Extension, the Farmer’s Market board, or the state agencies that test and inspect the farms and produce. We pride ourselves on being one hundred percent local with our products, and any farmer trying to pawn off pre-bought tomatoes or produce of any kind would definitely be the “rotten apple” in our barrel.
On a lighter note, thanks to all the positive reviews! This is our farm pictured that had the white pumpkins (Mom said they’re called “baby boo’s”). We appreciate the business, and we hope to see you again soon!
I had never seen a white pumpkin either but there was no way we were going to leave without getting one. We are going to take a black marker this week and paint three big white circles to make it a ghost.
I noticed this weekend that our neighbors now have a white pumpkin as well! We’ve got a trendy neighborhood!
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I’ve never seen white pumpkins before! Thanks for the post Becky. I didn’t realize this place existed!
Looks like a great place to visit. Love those white pumpkins.