I've become a regular here in the last few months, with good reason. There's always a good…read moreselection of veggies grown on site or other items from Maine. Their take home dinners are always a hit, and don't give you a guilty conscience like most frozen dinners would. I look forward to going here each week and seeing what they have. Plus! The BLT, with chèvre and pepper jelly is out of this world. And all ingredients come within Maine!

Vacationing in Maine, we just had to stop at this farm. Cute decorations and an even cuter dog…read moresitting outside and we knew we were in the right spot. The store is small but has a ton of veggies, fruits and baked items. They also make sandwiches - we had a BLT on the most delicious bread made to order. So good! They also have a bathroom (if you've been on the road awhile this is always a great find). The prices were really good. Huge pumpkins for $6 (wish we'd bought one) and we got a bunch of items including cucumbers, the sandwich and chips for under $20. The woman working there was super nice. She even gave us some lemon grass to dry and use in a tea. I wish this were closer to home as their meat selection looked fantastic but we couldn't buy meat mid-way through a vacation hours from home. Definitely next time though!

What a great place! We stopped here to see what it was all about. We had ice cream, we saw cows,…read moreand we paid to go into the area where there was lots of animals. We even fed goats and deer. We pet babies, we loved seeing the different birds. There were peacocks! It was fun, relaxing, cool in the shade. The food part is big enough to eat and relax. Ice cream was delicious. I would go back! People that worked there were really nice too.

You scream. I…read morescream. We all scream... for site made ice cream on a working Maine dairy farm ! This is a special place... a farm on a hill with their own farm shop featuring glass-bottled milk, sandwiches, and most importantly... Ice Cream ! Starting mid-April or so, they open up "The Barnyard" which is a nice little petting zoo for the kids... and occasionally a "Goat Yoga" spot for adults... which is just so uniquely crazy it almost makes me wish I did yoga. Not into yoga...? I get you. Lucky for us, they also have a hardware store / lumber yard, so you could feasibly come for Mocha Chip and stay for the 4x4 milled posts, and that's not an experience you'll soon get at a national big-box lumber store. Or a Baskin Robbins, for that matter. This place is an experience. The farm is gorgeous, the staff are friendly, the animals are fun, the lumber yard is definitely there, and the product... well that's where it's at... it's excellent. There are a few working dairy farms like this one dotted around the state, and I encourage you to check out each and every one. Smiling Hill Farm is that extra special sort of place, where it's only a few miles drive outside of Portland, but it feels worlds away and it's so, so worth the effort to get to. They also have ready-to-go quarts in the freezer, their various dairy offerings, and rotating, seasonal farm shop fare. Support your local farmers! Also... I've found the local barn cats to be super friendly and just a treat to hang with. YMMV

#LocalAdventureChallenge: I like the Portland Farmers' Markets a lot, but... there's…read moresooooooooooooooo much going on there. I always feel like I need to make a few laps around the whole thing just to figure out who has what and at what price. I actually feel like the older I get the less choices I need, and that's why I like the Cumberland Farmers' Market. It's small. (Actually, Joanna R said it best, "It's a Goldilocks market. Not too big, not too small, but just right.") On Saturdays, it's hosted in the back half of the town hall's parking lot on Tuttle Rd, and there are maybe a dozen or so vendors selling the essentials. It can get busy VERY quickly (i.e. they're open from 10a to 1p; expect it to be crowded by 10:05am). But customers turnover fairly quickly so parking shouldn't be as big of an issue as it may initially seem (because people come here to actually shop and not just come here to be seen shopping; does that make sense?). I don't usually go to farmers' markets with a specific shopping list; I know everything is local and seasonal and can change in a moment's notice because of weather affecting crops. I just let myself be surprised at what goodies are available then in the moment!

This is a "Goldilocks" farmer's market, not too big, not too small, but just right for me…read more I have been a couple of times and have found what I was looking for; vegetables, baked goods, soaps, eggs, meats...and ALL LOCAL! :) The vendors I spoke with are friendly and are willing to tell you about their farms and products. They do so in a proud and humble manner. Very down to earth people here that work very hard to bring you the amazing selection. Some of my favorites are SPUN, Tir na nOg Farm, Cranberry Rock and Winslow Farm. I find the prices to be competitive and where it might be a little more expensive than a bigger shopping venue, I remember that this is going directly back to the local economy. The few times I have gone, there has been music, the kids seems to enjoy it as with some adults. It add to the nice background, it's not too loud or distracting. I LOVE the location. Conveniently located with plenty of parking. And because the market isn't too big, people aren't there for very long, so the parking spaces free up fast. If you are in the area, I would highly recommend visiting this location at least once.

Brunswick's Saturday winter market is so popular. The wide variety of vendors is impressive. From…read morefresh produce to ready-made Ethiopian food, to handcrafted wooden bowls to meats and cheeses, there truly is something for everyone. Shoppers peruse the aisles of vendors and usually see a familiar face or two. The energy is joyful and vibrant. There usually is someone playing music to add to the atmosphere. Vendors are always happy to answer questions. The parking outside tends to be crowded so if you don't mind walking, there are nearby public parking spots/lots in Maine St. The entrance is in the corner/center of the mill (flea market on the left side of the building and Dutchman's Bagels on the right). Once in the building, the market is to the right. There is an info table upon entering. You can purchase Bumper Crop coupons for 5$ a piece, that can be used at most, if not all, booths. It is so important to support our local farmers and crafters.

My family has been attending this indoors farmer's market for many years and it just keeps getting…read morebetter. In many ways that is my only complaint, since its success draws enormous crowds on Saturday mornings. Nevertheless, I am happy for the vendors, and love the quality and diversity of products they bring each week. Brave the crowds and difficult parking, and make a trip here... you won't be disappointed.

It's been a decade plus since my original review, so I thought I'd update it!…read more Since then the PFM on Wednesdays is now *also* located in the picturesque (and much easier to park in) Deering Oaks from mid April to late November, 7am to 1pm (while the winter market takes place only on Saturdays inside on Stevens Ave from early December to early April, 9am to 1pm). From the Portland Farmers Market: " Featuring over 30+ Maine farmers. From artichokes to zucchini, if you can grow it here, you'll probably find it IN season and fresh! Also eggs, meat, cheese, milk, ferments, flowers, fibers, honey, and more! Farm products exclusively." Yes, it is all things local in beautiful abundance! I like that many of the vendors are the same from Saturday to Wednesday; but there's just something slightly more lowkey about the Wednesday market. It's a smaller crowd, a more relaxed vibe, the vendors are unhurried and have more space to chat, and it seems like more locals are intentionally out to shop/support their local farmer. I usually know exactly what I want when I come here, but it's nice to be able to slow down and take time to really look around without being bumped into/having to worry about something selling out.

Just look at that gorgeous haul from today's farmers' market here in Portland! Cute tiny tomatoes…read moreand big juicy ones of different colors and varieties; eggplants; cabbage; garlic and shallots, and something called torpedo onions; tons of peppers, both to eat raw in salads and cook with (check out those purple ones!); super-fresh summer corn; herbs and flowers; dill pickles. I also snagged some blueberries and radish microgreens. I'll be eating verrrryyyyy well for the next several days, that's for sure. While you'll find a larger selection at the bigger Saturday market, when it's peak produce season like it is now the tables will be overflowing with goodness on Wednesdays, too. And it's just a bit mellower, and always easy to find a place to park. All of the vendors are happy to talk with you about what they're selling and I enjoy that as much as everything I bring home! Practicalities: bring cash, because even though several vendors do take cards, not all of them do and there's usually a $10 minimum. Plus, cash enables you to spend a few bucks at several different tables if you want to (I mean, why not try a tomato or two from each?). And bring your tote bags to load up, to save on having to use any plastic or paper (which most vendors do have in some form). Most of all, just enjoy strolling through the park and seeing all the bounty on offer, and know you're supporting Maine farmers by buying local.

This review is for late-season strawberry picking. I went on Saturday to pick strawberries at…read moreJordan's Farm early in the morning and was pleasantly surprised at how many people were already out! I found the strawberry patch easily with their directions and some very helpful employees gave me the rundown on how to pick. I grabbed my pint container and set to work in my row, and within 15 minutes I had filled it with super sweet, perfectly ripe berries. The price was fair, and I ended up making some delicious jam with my haul! I know strawb season is over now but next year I will be back!

Stopped in at the end of strawberry picking season. I felt for them as there were lots and lots of…read morestrawberries that had molded from drenching rain followed by excessive heat. On the other hand, we were able to pick through and find a hearty bundle to take home. We stopped in at the farm store, but the checkout line was LONG, like maybe a 30 minute wait long, so we cut out to return another day. On the way out there was a table of Free flowering garden plants!!!

This is a local Apple stand that offer is so much more than just apples. The market has lots of…read morehandcrafted items and baked goods. They're open until Christmas Eve. I called ahead to find out if they had a certain type of apple, and the phone was promptly answered by a knowledgeable person. They had what I was looking for; I ended up getting some baked products as well. I understand they also have pizza during certain times. Next visit!

This orchard is extremely pretty and amazing. From the staff to the people who visit they were all…read morewonderful. The apple cider cinnamon donuts are a must and were extremely cheap. Their cider was a bit sour but maybe it's just that batch but everything else was delicious. They still had apples to pick compared to other orchards around and had a lot of other stuff to do while there. Parking is just out on the grass and there were a lot of people there that day but that didn't ruin the experience at all.

Best blueberries and and genuine not to big family farm through generations…read more Awesome family who make you feel welcome and at home

Best experience ever! This family run farm offers the most delectable blueberries and honey. Took…read morean adventure with a friend to go blueberry picking. Beautiful scenery, most friendly and accommodating people and the price is right. The berries are on high bushes which means no bending or getting on the ground. I'm a big fan and will be back every season to stock the freezer for the winter. Support this establishment, you will not be sorry.