Farmers markets in the South of Boston/Plymouth are rich with local foods, culture
Hingham Beach Parking Lot, 95 Otis Street (Route 3A)
Hingham, MA 02043
Phone: 781-856-5358
Hingham Farmers Market offers fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, plants, eggs, jam with native strawberries, macaroons, zucchini loaves, granola mix, live lobsters, pesto, fresh homemade salsa, Italian cookies, vegetable plants, fresh eggs, and fresh cut flowers. Some handcrafted items such as jewelry, pottery, and furniture will be available.
Dates and Hours: Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; May 5-Novermber 17
Old Rochester Regional School, Route 6
Mattapoisett, MA
Phone: 508-758-4100
This market promises fresh local produce, flowers, certified organic eggs, herbs, artisan baked goods, soaps, crafts, annuals and perennials, shrubs, original children's clothing, honey, and gifts – the best of the local harvest.
Dates and Hours: Tuesday, 3-7 p.m.; June 5-October 16
137 Warren Avenue
Plymouth, MA 02360
This robust and lively outdoor celebration of seasonal food features local and organic vegetables, fruits and herbs. Artisan breads and baked goods, goat cheese, honey, eggs, cut flowers, jams, sauces, soaps and more are also available.
Dates and Hours: Thursday, 2:30-6:30 p.m.; June 7-October 25
John Hancock Municipal Parking Lot, Chestnut Street
Quincy, MA 02169
Phone: 617-479-1601
The Quincy Farmers' Market presents the freshest, locally-grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and plants in downtown Quincy. The Market includes three farms, three bakers, one local nursery, one dairy and a community table offering locally-grown surplus fruit and vegetables from Quincy gardeners.
Dates and Hours: Fridays; 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m; June 22-November 26
