Great post and interesting journey! We have a similar (yet much smaller) market here in DE; so I relate to all the "unique" types of people who work and shop there. We also have Amish markets nearby. I recall asking a young man - maybe in his 20's - whether something was organic. This really threw him for a loop ... so then I mentioned "grown without pesticides and chemicals". He had to check with someone else, and they didn't know the answer either. The Amish have old-world ways of growing their food, but some have unfortunately gone 'conventional' in their growing, so beware :)
interesting! As far as I'm aware, there are no Amish markets here. The closest thing I'm aware of is the Mennonite-owned eateries/groceries in the Sarasota, Florida area. I didn't know the Amish use chemicals. We eat a mix of conventional and organic.
Mennonite's are more liberal (in a non-political sense) than Amish. My first marriage was to a man who came from Mennonite descent; and he was very conventional. I don't know how many Amish groups use chemicals in their farming - nor do I know what kind - but I do know the Amish have become more "conventional" over the decades. As far as conventional vs. organic: I mostly buy organic. One rule I use is to (typically) buy non-organic for any thick-skinned produce i.e. bananas, avocados, oranges, etc.; and always buy organic for any greens, carrots, peppers, etc. which do not have any 'protective coating'.
I visited the one south of Atlanta one time, too. I wasn't sure how to navigate it, and it was a cash-only kind of environment. I think meat was at a separate location or building. Probably more of a true farmer's market. Prices were not all by the pound, making it more difficult to discern good/bad prices quickly.
DeKalb County is totally disgusting. Just the end of the U.S. This sounds like an unhealthy nightmare. Further - the only negative you cite is a white male who inspired despair in your probably ridiculous child. DeKalb Co. - one key country that saddled us with the unelected BIDEN thief.
I think you misinterpreted me on at least two points here. First, I am in agreement that DeKalb County is largely an undesirable place in which to live. I do not live there, on purpose. Second, I pointed out the "white male" because he was ghastly white, and as I mentioned, had sharpened teeth, red eyes, and demonic attire. I wasn't trying to demonize white males in general--excuse the pun. Naturally, my sane child found him revolting--as did I and the rest of my non-ridiculous kids, all of whom were happy to end the Friday market routine. This piece was about shopping experiences at a well-known and quirky but amazing grocery/farmers' market, not the politics of Dekalb, which are certainly not aligned with mine.
No, I've never been there. I'm not familiar with it--is it an ethnic grocery/market? There is also the "International Farmer's Market" off Buford Highway in Atlanta. I've gone a couple times, but it is nowhere near the quality of Dekalb.
It is ethnic, and it's a market, food/eating establishments and flea market. I've never been to IFM either, but when I lived in Florida, I went to some Mexican/Central American grocery stores and they served some delicious meals in addition to their grocery offerings. They have a place like that in Macon, where I am now, and they carry a lot of good groceries and have a restaurant attached.
I'd say that's an overgeneralization, as there are wonderful black people who aren't on board with all the stupidity flowing from the left. White liberals are perhaps the dumbest of all. But sadly, so many have been told that races are homogenous--either oppressed or oppressor--and that we must vote that way as well. Whites aren't homogenous, and neither are other races, despite what the left tells us in DEI trainings. Every person is an individual soul, both accountable to God and capable of being turned toward truth--at any. moment--by God. And thank you for noticing that this was written by a woman. I hope to never be mistaken for being a man!
Great post and interesting journey! We have a similar (yet much smaller) market here in DE; so I relate to all the "unique" types of people who work and shop there. We also have Amish markets nearby. I recall asking a young man - maybe in his 20's - whether something was organic. This really threw him for a loop ... so then I mentioned "grown without pesticides and chemicals". He had to check with someone else, and they didn't know the answer either. The Amish have old-world ways of growing their food, but some have unfortunately gone 'conventional' in their growing, so beware :)
interesting! As far as I'm aware, there are no Amish markets here. The closest thing I'm aware of is the Mennonite-owned eateries/groceries in the Sarasota, Florida area. I didn't know the Amish use chemicals. We eat a mix of conventional and organic.
Mennonite's are more liberal (in a non-political sense) than Amish. My first marriage was to a man who came from Mennonite descent; and he was very conventional. I don't know how many Amish groups use chemicals in their farming - nor do I know what kind - but I do know the Amish have become more "conventional" over the decades. As far as conventional vs. organic: I mostly buy organic. One rule I use is to (typically) buy non-organic for any thick-skinned produce i.e. bananas, avocados, oranges, etc.; and always buy organic for any greens, carrots, peppers, etc. which do not have any 'protective coating'.
agree! I'm pickier about the greens, peppers, etc.
never heard of the DFM. I've been to the one in South Atlanta, what a sight, It's fun but a bit intimidating. Definitely will check this out.
I visited the one south of Atlanta one time, too. I wasn't sure how to navigate it, and it was a cash-only kind of environment. I think meat was at a separate location or building. Probably more of a true farmer's market. Prices were not all by the pound, making it more difficult to discern good/bad prices quickly.
I agree with the coffee nazi. You should have been giving your kids raw goats milk.
Ha! Well, maybe I need to try it. I've bought goat cheese a few times, but not milk.
I have been to the Dekalb Farmer's Market! Cool place. I was in town on business and visited it several times.
DeKalb County is totally disgusting. Just the end of the U.S. This sounds like an unhealthy nightmare. Further - the only negative you cite is a white male who inspired despair in your probably ridiculous child. DeKalb Co. - one key country that saddled us with the unelected BIDEN thief.
I think you misinterpreted me on at least two points here. First, I am in agreement that DeKalb County is largely an undesirable place in which to live. I do not live there, on purpose. Second, I pointed out the "white male" because he was ghastly white, and as I mentioned, had sharpened teeth, red eyes, and demonic attire. I wasn't trying to demonize white males in general--excuse the pun. Naturally, my sane child found him revolting--as did I and the rest of my non-ridiculous kids, all of whom were happy to end the Friday market routine. This piece was about shopping experiences at a well-known and quirky but amazing grocery/farmers' market, not the politics of Dekalb, which are certainly not aligned with mine.
Did you ever go to La Vaquita in Pendergrass?
I've been close to DFM, had a customer near there...but never had time to go there. Same with LQ....just interested in your thoughts.
No, I've never been there. I'm not familiar with it--is it an ethnic grocery/market? There is also the "International Farmer's Market" off Buford Highway in Atlanta. I've gone a couple times, but it is nowhere near the quality of Dekalb.
It is ethnic, and it's a market, food/eating establishments and flea market. I've never been to IFM either, but when I lived in Florida, I went to some Mexican/Central American grocery stores and they served some delicious meals in addition to their grocery offerings. They have a place like that in Macon, where I am now, and they carry a lot of good groceries and have a restaurant attached.
I'd say that's an overgeneralization, as there are wonderful black people who aren't on board with all the stupidity flowing from the left. White liberals are perhaps the dumbest of all. But sadly, so many have been told that races are homogenous--either oppressed or oppressor--and that we must vote that way as well. Whites aren't homogenous, and neither are other races, despite what the left tells us in DEI trainings. Every person is an individual soul, both accountable to God and capable of being turned toward truth--at any. moment--by God. And thank you for noticing that this was written by a woman. I hope to never be mistaken for being a man!
easy to see why women were banned from voting
Ha! Enjoy your evening, and thanks for stopping by!