What a great holiday market! I wish I wasn't flying back the day I visited because I don't have any…read moreroom in my luggage for the items I wanted. This is a great market with so many vendors and food options. I'll have to make sure to save luggage space next time.

"When you support a small business, you support a dream." - Anonymous…read more I attended The Merchantile Market Spring Soirée event on Saturday, April 20th. It was held at the Scottsdale Civic Center, which, if you have been to the area, you know there isn't that much shade. On a warm 93°F day, this could be a problem. Wear a hat, slather on some sunblock, and bring some water! The Merchantile Market is a free event, and there are more than 100 local vendors you can support. The full list is on their website, and you can see when their next event is. Last month's theme was Boots & Blossoms. This is a fun event, but I do wish they had more beverage vendors. It would have made the event a little more bearable. It's dog-friendly, family-friendly, and don't forget to bring your appetite and wallet. There are so many great things for you to buy!

I donned my large Italian sun hat and put on my shopping sandals and headed in. What an amazing…read moreexperience at the UPTOWN FARMERS MÅRKET! Having been to the Farm-To-Fork Capitol and the markets there, my expectations were low. This market far exceeded and competed with any of the markets I've visited in the Sacramento and Napa regions! Why? Because the prices of the produce are truly amazing, the array of vendors and the friendliness of everyone was spectacular, and the entire area was clean and inviting as to the set up. I met amazing people and discussed their locally sourced products. I had no idea that Arizona grew such beautiful items. Husband and I loved our fresh delicious salad made we that evening from greens and produce from Libelula Farm and others. I hated to be GF because Noble Bread has THE MOST amazing offerings of fresh baked goods! GOOD FORM FOODS (Google them!) had THE MOST AMAZING walnut butters ever! Delish and at a great price! Husband highly recommends LOVE'S JERKEY CO which has an outstanding array of Jerkey from locally sourced beef. The various beautiful fresh flower displays for sale were delightful. And... THE FOOD VENDORS WERE PLENTIFUL and all looked amazing! I highly recommend stopping by and giving K-TOWN IN AZ and BAGEL DADDIES a try as their delicious fresh made items are hard to resist! Five stars for this amazing event!!!!

Oh my... I had no idea that the market could be "better" I found Uptown Farmer's Market on the same…read moresite as the Old Town Market and a few of my faves are here too, in addition to so many other vendors. There are artist booths, and plant booths, and food booths and all the dogs that want to make friends but much more walking room to allow for discussions among friends... I am locked in, the vendors I interacted with were Awesome, kind and personable. The vibe here is just 'different' than the other market. This one made me feel like "welcome". Next vist? A plant. Maybe I grab one once a month and increase my collection. So stoked!

We come here mostly for dayeli's breakfast burritos. They are by far the best in the valleyread more

This is a small market thats easy to find and not overly crowded! I liked how their veggie vendor…read morewas right up front, I got tomatoes, microgreens and chili cheese bread to make some fancy toasts! I also got a latte from a truck, they had a couple food trucks. I did think it was odd that for such a small market they'd have more than one of the same type of vendors? Like they had two places that pretty much exclusively sold freeze dried candy, I know it's a trend but is there that much of a demand? Still a cool market and I'd visit it again!

I left an in depth review on google so check that out…read more Just FYI- call to see what is open even if the map says it's open. Operations here have not been consistent or regular for some time. Great place with great family owners, you just need to know what the deal is before you stop by. I posted pictures also to google.

Owner is OG. He answered the phone and gave me 15 minutes of advice before I even drove there.read more

Urban Organic Gardens. They are hiding everywhere. You just have to keep your eyes open…read more I stumbled on this wonderful little patch of heaven while I was on the "Arcadia 9th Edible Garden Tour." It was one of the scheduled stops on the garden map. I had no idea what a treat we were in for as we pulled up to what appeared to be an ordinary one-story quiet neighborhood house. Getting out of the car we realized that this was no ordinary front yard. Yes, it had a small wooden rail fence around it. But behind that fence there was no traditional landscaping, no hedges, no grass, no manicured flower beds. There were rows of beans and corn and tomatoes and peppers! As we walked through the carport to the back, we entered a delightful sun room filled with baskets of fresh produce - all freshly picked and, of course, for sale. (Yep, I bought a few small fresh green items to supplement my salad already in the refrigerator at home.) The back yard was more of a delight than the front. Raised beds. Veggies and flowers. And, yes, there was some grass . . . . but most of all it was a miniature oasis of a farm from my childhood. There were chickens and goats, who all seemed somewhat nonchalant about city dwellers stumbling through their little bit of heaven. My Farmyard is a delightful example of what you can do to "grow locally. produce organically. [&] eat well." One of the services they will help you with is planning your own raised bed garden in your yard. They will help you create a "Planting Plan." Oh, I didn't tell you the best part. If you don't want to convert your yard to a veggie garden, you can sign up for weekly Urban Farm Produce Baskets. Freshly picked seasonal veggies and fruits delivered once a week. They even have half shares that are perfect for 1 person. And extra large shares for families or vegetarians. No more been in the store too long and came from who knows where. These veggies and fruits are grown in your own back yard - or in My Farmyard's front yard! Call and go visit your local urban organic farmer. He/she lives on a wonderful little patch of heaven right here in our city!

I tried to hire Rebecca with Farmyard to help install a small backyard garden as my friend and my…read morefriend's mother had both used her for their gardens with wonderful yields. Both had spent a few hundred dollars to help ensure their gardens were successful. I, on the other hand, was told it would be a $2k minimum just to plant the vegetables (that's with me creating the beds and doing the irrigation on my own)...and that it could be as much as up to $5k. The reason for the price discrepancy? "My location". I'm certain that's not the true reason as I don't live that far away (Chandler) It was either A) not profitable enough for them with the small job I required or B) related to my last name. Regardless, I recommend others take their business elsewhere.

I don't live far from here. However, until I had friends visiting from out of town I had never…read morestopped in to this place. It is like a brick and mortar Etsy shop for local Arizona items. There is candles, clothing, artwork, gifts and even a coffee shop in the back. All the people were friendly and helpful. This is a great place to stop for that unique local item.

This place is awesome, and I had no idea it existed! They…read morehave a HUGE selection of fun and unique items which include (but not limited to) candles, shirts, artwork, stickers and jewelry. A lot of these items are locally made or from Arizona companies. I think the prices are fair for what is being sold, as most of these items are from small businesses. There was no line at the check out counter when I arrived, and the woman helping me was very nice. I cannot wait to come back here, there are so many gift ideas for people!!!

I really enjoy the Mesa Farmers market, though much smaller than the other Valley markets, it's…read moreconfusing to grow, and a wonderful addition to the Mesa area. It has moved a few times since it started back up 5 or so years ago and is now currently in downtown Mesa off of main need the arts center. I do miss it being at Pioneer Park, though the park wasn't perfect, it was a lovely spot. That being said, downtown location isn't too far from its original spot. The market feature a few various produce stands, bread and lots of food or self care options. I prefer the more artsy stands myself, but still like checking it out every few weeks. All the local vendors are friendly, showcase great items and though you could check it all out in 30 or so minutes it's a great way to start a Saturday morning.

A great place for unique finds. Also fun people watching!! Huge flea market, you can spend several…read morehours there. It's nice because you can also grab a beer and some food!

I would like them to expand and be bigger. I didn't think there was enough food items. The…read morepotential is there but I know it can be better

Locally grown products and local small business!! Great…read moreTamales, so-so Gyros, also great fruit choices!!