This is the farms of all small farms. The Huns moved to the midwest 3 years ago from the Fresno,…read moreCA, where they'd been farming since 1984. Now, nessled on about 4 acres, they grow a variety of vegetables and flowers with no irrigation, using sustainable methods (live mulch (i.e., weeds) to shade the crops and renew the soil). They also use built environmental methods to extend the growing season of certain non-native plants, and have even applied for and received grants from the USDA (the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program) to experiment growing ginger in the midwest (local ginger!!!) and to experiment growing bitter melon indoors. The Huns already have an incredible assortment of herbs and vegetables. On last count at the KC Farmer's Market, I saw 3 varieties of basil, 2 types of parsley, bitter melon, of which the leaves and stems you can make green tea (don't give the tea to children or people prone to low blood sugar blackouts), perslin (misspelled), and onions. At other times, there were flowers, heirloom tomatoes, zuchinni, potatoes, and green (and purple) beans. The best part is, everything is extremely cheap, bunches are mostly $1 each. Go there, say hi, and enjoy the stir fry. UPDATE: Last weekend, early August 2008, the Huns had an early batch of ginger--kansas grown ginger? you ask. Yep, it's for real. As far as I know, it's the only midwest-grown ginger being grown around.

One of my favorite stalls at the Farmer's Market. I love to experiment with their odd looking…read morevegetables - sometimes I don't even know what they are, because the older man will only know the name in his native language! I have discovered purple amaranth leaves, different colored beans and many varieties of squash from them. I also love their herbs - you get three times the amount that you can buy at the grocery store and for only $1. Thank you to these wonderful farmers, providing us with delicious food and being kind to the Earth!

​I randomly visited the Lenexa Sprouts location for the first time since it opened. I used to live…read moreright behind this lot before the store was built, and what an upgrade! I wish it was around when I was living in the area. I would definitely be a regular customer! I visited on a quiet Tuesday afternoon, and the store was organized, neat, and easy to navigate, which was a lovely start. ​I had two main items on my mission: grabbing the Back to Nature Peanut Butter Creme Crackers (a snack I became obsessed with after a trip to New York!) and picking up a specific protein powder for my mom, which was on a great Buy One, Get One 50% Off deal. ​However, the real highlight was the service, thanks to Dahlia, a head cashier employee who stopped to help us. Dahlia was incredibly kind and went above and beyond. She walked us through the free rewards program, explaining not only how to find coupons but also detailing a huge deal: if you buy $100 or more in health & beauty products (including that protein powder!) within a three-month span, you will be able to get 30% off your next purchase. She explained that the purchases history for this deal resets after the three months are up. ​She even took the time to offer personalized recommendations, sharing her own experience with thinning and oily hair and suggesting specific shampoo and conditioner products for me to try. After Dahlia helped me with the rewards sign-up, I checked out with a different cashier. This cashier was also super nice; she knew I was setting up the account and proactively made sure I either entered my phone number or had my rewards barcode scanned before I paid, guaranteeing I got my points for that trip. ​The service didn't end there! I had a $3 off coupon for the protein powder that wouldn't go through due to the store's poor cell service/Wi-Fi connection. Dahlia, without hesitation, simply gave me $3 back in cash to honor the coupon deal--that is truly above and beyond customer service. ​I highly recommend this location! The product selection is great, and the atmosphere is pleasant, but the staff--especially Dahlia--is what makes this store shine.

I love Sprouts. The vegetarian selections are great and the fish section is incredible. Stopped by…read morein the afternoon on New Year's Eve and they still had KING CRAB LEGS! That is honestly unheard of. They were delicious! The pieces at Sprouts can be high but the sales are GREAT! Shops the sales and the prices are better than other grocery stores nearby. Love the healthy choices and great produce.

"Caveat Emptor" - no place in KC is this Latin phrase of "Let the buyer beware" more relevant to,…read morethan shopping at Christina's Produce. Great bargains can be had here, but you can also spend money on produce that you will be throwing away very quickly after purchase if not inspected thoroughly and used ASAP. Make sure to carefully inspect the ripeness / color / texture / firmness of every object and open those packages of berries; there can be hidden mold on many products. There is a reason things are marked down so cheap; preparing a dinner for that evening - go for it. Stocking up for the week - think twice. My favorite bargains are when avocados are 4 / $1 or flats of bananas are $3. A great way to overindulge on some tasty guacamole (get the seasoning next door) or a cheap healthy treat for the office staff. If I lived in the neighborhood, I'd visit daily and knock down my grocery bill by 75%.

Cristina's Produce is THE place to buy cheap produce in the downtown-ish area! I am shocked every…read moreweek at how cheap everything is. Bring cash and be prepared so you can quickly pay the employees who are walking around to bag your selections for you. They have a lot of items that are unique and harder to find at other stores, and they have tons of variety! Always make sure to check out the $1 sale bowls for deals on large quantities of super ripe produce (ex. 8 super ripe plums for $1 and 10 old potatoes for $1)

World Fresh Market was a grocery store I kept seeing on TikTok. Then it made it to local news. I…read morewas in the area and realized it was World Fresh Market I kept seeing on TikTok. I have been trying to figure out which grocery store had those fruit shaped cakes. I walked into World Fresh Market. The front of the produce reminded me of City Market. Beyond the produce, not a regular store. This grocery store has the prettiest cakes I've ever seen. There's flan larger than a regular cake. There's bags of iced cookies. Breads of all types. Oh, they also have tacos plus a Mexican restaurant attached. The bakery winds around to the middle of the store. Those fruit shaped cakes? Right there. So cute and looking yummy. I can't say enough about the bakery. I bought little fruit shaped watermelon fruit cakes. I also bought pistachio filled croissants. This is absolutely my favorite store. I'll be back cause I'm in this area often. But seriously, stop by the bakery and get a mousse cake if you want to be the favorite at a potluck.

I thank the owners of supermarkets and fresh markets for their hospitality and for providing all…read morehousehold necessities and all party requirements, including meats, cheeses, fruits, juices, and sweets. The dishes I served--rice, lamb, and grilled chicken--were all from their shop. They're a fantastic team, the knafeh is delicious, and they're friendly. My friends and I buy everything we need from them for every occasion. The people of Kansas are proud of them. Thank you all! Their prices are excellent compared to others.

Sustainably managed and environmentally conscious farm in Kansas City, Kansas by owners Laura and…read moreKatherine. This is their 15th year farming in Kansas City! They grow vegetables using sustainable practices. They sell produce, plants and eggs at the Brookside Farmers' Market on Saturdays at 6425 Wornall Road in Kansas City, MO from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m! I checked them out at the most recent Farmers Market and they had the biggest garlic heads out of every other stand! Prices are reasonable. They also offer a CSA program with home delivery in many areas of the KC metro area via their online store: https://2birdsfarmkc.square.site

Family owned produce stand in De Soto, Ks. Family run and you may end up talking to the owner's…read moremom, wife or grandkids. Always have seasonal produce and sometimes a few treats, like peaches from Colorado. Sits in the shade with ample places to park. Onsite greenhouses produce plentiful tomatoes year round and flowers in the spring. Locally grown watermelon, cantaloupe, and corn will keep me coming back all season long.

From the owner: Visit Bowlin Family Farms and discover the finest quality local produce available in Kansas. You'll…read morebe a part of something bigger and nothing is sweeter than the freshly picked taste of red tomatoes or fresh crisp cabbage from your local community farm. Our produce is fresh and picked at the pique of quality for your enjoyment and good health. You will taste the difference of fresh fruit and vegetables raised locally on the farm here in Olathe, Kansas. Bowlin Family Farms is a small family operation raising fresh produce on location and then sale them at local farmers markets at both Olathe, Mission and De Soto during the spring growing season. We have expanded to include a floral crop consisting mostly of sunflowers and zinnias. We will have a stand at the farm for your convenient access and we hope to see you at Bowlin Family Farms for fresh produce soon! Call Us!

This is a decent size store predominantly selling Indian grocery items. They also got American…read moreproducts like chips, sodas and household items. There's a small Indian res truant inside too. At the register they have state lottery available. In front corner of the store there are tables to dine-in and also some small arcade games for entertainment. There's a large liquor section as well. They had a lot of varieties and brands of liquors. We stopped by the store to get some snacks, sodas and lottery tickets. Prices were reasonable for the items. The cashiers were friendly, assisted us with quick checkout.

Nice Indian market for groceries and many other items. It's quite big. They have frozen section,…read morebakery, snacks, drinks etc. They also serve breakfast. Spacious and bright inside. Parking lot in the front, very convenient. The staff are nice.

This farmers market is only open on Saturdays. It is awesome. It is small. It is full of…read morecolorful characters and cranky older people. It doesn't have people selling things like 1 dollar sunglasses like the Overland Park farmers market. This farmers market is what every farmers market should be. The type of place where the farmers are actually farmers. The type of place where the farmers will remember who you are and what you like. The type of farmers market where the farmer will bring you green tomatoes for the next week just because you want to fry some. It is also home to some of the most delicious tomatoes you will ever have in your life. I'm being serious here. There's this guy. He sells them out of the back of his truck. They are the ugliest tomatoes ever, but they are so good. I love this man and his tomatoes. I can't wait until it is July. If you want fancy stalls and pastas and breads and pies, then there's another farmers market close by that is probably better for you. I mean, the Shawnee Farmers Market does have some of this stuff, but for the most part it is just produce. I love it, and you should too.