Every Saturday morning, Detroit plays host to one of the most authentic urban quests in the United States. As many as 40,000 people walk through the gates of Eastern Market to enjoy one of the most unique Saturday mornings one will have. The market and the surrounding area is comprised of a local food district with more than 250 independent retailers and merchants wholesaling food, plants, and seasonal groceries.At the heart of Eastern Market is a six-block public market that has been feeding Detroit since 1891. Every Saturday it is transformed into a lively marketplace with hundreds of stalls and stands where everyone comes to enjoy the strong friendliness and top notch food products. People have a vast selection of fruits, vegetables, flowers, homemade jams and syrups, and locally produced meats.
There isn’t any other place that has the history, culture, and traditions like Eastern Market. The atmosphere of the farmer’s, bands, and shoppers separate Eastern Market from any other market around.
Eastern Market Contact Information
Office Hours: Mon-Sat 8a.m. - 4p.m.
Public Market Hours: Sat 5a.m. - 5p.m.
2934 Russell Street
Detroit, MI 48207
Phone: 313.833.9300
FAX: 313.833.9309
http://www.detroiteasternmarket.com/
Saturday morning farmers' markets are the best. We have a great one here in Charleston. I enjoy hearing about local markets in other cities.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great blog! It is refreshing to read someone new on the food scene.
Cathy I'll have to do an article on Charleston. My best friend has a house on Kiawah Island and we always make our way towards Charleston. Sticky Fingers is my favorite restaurant there. Also the hotel where James Bond was filmed at (I believe it was Casino Royal) has a really good restaurant inside.
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