Red Barn Creamery and Sweet Shop (also apparently known as the Stearns Farm Stand) is part…read morecreamery, part bakery and part Farm Market. It's located in Storrs/Mansfield. The area is very cool. I parked roadside, but the entrance is around that side of the building and there was parking closer to the entrance. Out back, there is a great view of open land, grass and trees. There are a few chairs and benches and it's a peaceful spot to eat your food and let young kids run around. I bought an ice cream flight, two cookies, Silver Queen corn and heirloom tomatoes. I'm primarily reviewing the ice cream side of the business, but I'm factoring the other things in as well. Ice cream is always tasty, but I'd say the ice cream was about average for CT ice cream places making their own ice cream. I ordered a flight of Mint Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Blueberry Cheesecake and Cow Palace. The flight came in a cup, rather than some sort of flat container that would keep the flavors separate. I feel like I had a good chance to try the Chocolate Peanut Butter (which reminded me of a Fudgesicle) and the Mint CC (which was kind of standard). The flavors below the top two, kind of blended into each other by the time I got to them. I picked up some cheesecake flavor and berry flavor and chocolate chips. All good. A highlight was the two cookies (a chocolate chip and a peanut butter chip). The kind person who helped me with my ice cream said she made the cookies that morning. My wife ate most of the cookies, but I tried both and they were fresh and delicious. I used a tomato for a BLT. It was good. The Silver queen corn was also good. Red Barn had a reasonably good selection of in season produce, baked goods such as pies, butter, milk, jarred goods. A good place to shop for stuff like that. Four Stars

This is a great place to visit. They have really good ice cream, produce, pies, jams and jellies,…read morebreads. Service was fast and good. You can sit outside and enjoy the views. It's a family business.

From flowers to soaps, vegetables to donuts, fruit to teas, knives to artisan creations, tie-dye…read moret-shirts to smoothies and chili dogs, the South Windsor Farmers Market has it all!! Set in the open Nevers Road Park, this market offers a variety local goods and a fun morning. When my friends and I walked over from nearby parking areas (which were plentiful and easy to get to), the smells of freshly cooked donuts from Faddy's Donut Shop and the sounds of a Grateful Dead tribute band met us. After grabbing some donuts, instead of sitting in the nice rest area set up near the band, we began down the line of stands. We found a little of everything we wanted and more!! We grabbed a couple slices of pie from Granny's Pie Factory, a brown butter dark chocolate chip cookie from LaBrioche Bakery, a couple of jars of homemade artisan teas from Whole Harmony, and a bouquet of freshly picked flowers from the Syme Family Farm. Shopping here can get a bit pricey, for example, a South Windsor Farmers Market tote bag was $5; however, you're supporting local businesses, many of which don't have storefronts. It's well worth chipping in a few extra bucks with the quality of the goods and the personal attention you receive at the stands. I would rather save my money and spend it here than at big chain stores that don't need it. Every vendor we went to, especially the individuals at the Syme Family Farm and the Whole Harmony stands, were extremely kind and helpful. The vendor of Whole Harmony allowed us to try a couple of teas he had out as well as the lavender lemonade (all of which were extremely delicious); he also told me how to properly steep the teas and gave me a loyalty card that offers a free jar after ten purchases. The vendors at the Syme Family Farm stand told me how they handpicked each flower, and wrapped up my bouquet--which was thoughtfully put together with care--and put it in a plastic baggie with wet paper towels around the stems to keep the flowers hydrated after I asked if they would be all right since we were not going directly home. I was very impressed by these two vendors' professionalism and kindness. The South Windsor Farmers Market is definitely a farmers market you need to check out!! It's open every Saturday in the morning (which is an extremely convenient and great time) from the middle of June until the middle of October. The organization running also has a list of what vendors will be there each week on a document on the website. You'll really enjoy every minute of being at this market, and you will undoubtedly find spectacular goods!!

Best, freshest vegetables, fruit, cheeses, meat and amazing artisanal local bread. Great fun for…read morekids as well with different activities every week. Highly recommended for the whole family

This little gem of a Farmer's Market is sure to have you picking your own fruits, vegetables, and…read morehomemade/baked/already made items to take home and enjoy yourself...all in one trip! It's open from Memorial Day through October on Saturdays from 8am until noon. There are 7 regular vendors with more joining periodically so the numbers grow. You'll find the bargain you are looking for here since the prices are significantly lower than other markets. Better yet, this market ACCEPTS SNAP/EBT! So you can pay in a variety of ways. If you are a farmer or an aspiring farmer yourself, you can also purchase your seedlings and plants here in the spring. You'll find seasoned farmers at this market as well as local youth who have lots of good, fresh stuff to share. Sometimes you can even get samples of the things you are interested in purchasing. Nothing like trying before you buy! Stay tuned as this market may have a different location in the future. But until then, check out the sheltered structure near the Frog Bridge/Thread City Crossing in Downtown Romantic Willimantic. This market is part of the Arts and Eats District on Main Street. So many flavors in such a short amount of space!

Great little jewel right here in our Willimantic downtown area ... great local area farms &…read morevendors, great prices & we get to meet and greet many of our friends & neighbors every Saturday morning ... recently added CT Gourmet Breads ...more to come ... Don't miss this every Saturday from 7:30 am to 12 noon, from May till October. ... C u there!! :-)

Coventry Farmers Market is a true gem. You can get just about anything there from 75+ happy,…read morepleasant vendors. From cheese, fresh veggies, fresh baked breads, pies, cookies, chips, beef, eggs, fresh squeezed lemonade, kettle korn made on site, guacomole, honey, bagels, Liz's Breakfast sandwiches and Bloody Mary's, Baby Gino's Italian Ice & Gelato, great entertainment, yarn, plants, you name it. A different them every week!

I've attended the Coventry farmers market for about three years now; however, today I was a little…read moredisappointed that many other vendors did not honor the Friends of Coventry market's dollar discount. The bag cost $30. I was just under the impression that all vendors were to honor the discount, and that if they did, it was usually for the purchase of a very expensive product.

They have great produce and meat. We just signed up for their monthly meat program. It's a great…read moredeal and it will be nice to eat local and healthy.

We just love the family that owns this establishment. They have many handmade products from…read moreConnecticut. Stop in and what goodies you can find.

A perfect small‑town market with big heart…read more The Stonington Village Farmers Market is one of those places that instantly makes you feel lucky to live nearby. Every visit is a reminder of how vibrant and talented our local community is. The market may be modest in size, but the quality, variety, and friendliness are absolutely top‑tier. The vendors consistently bring fresh, seasonal produce that tastes like it was picked that morning--crisp greens, gorgeous tomatoes, berries bursting with flavor, and so much more depending on the time of year. You can truly taste the difference. Beyond produce, the market is full of local makers, bakers, and growers offering everything from fresh bread and pastries to artisanal cheeses, honey, jams, and handcrafted goods. There's always something new to discover, and everything feels thoughtfully curated. The atmosphere is one of the best parts: warm, welcoming, and community‑driven. Vendors are happy to chat, share tips, or tell you the story behind what they grow or make. It's the kind of market where you run into neighbors, linger a little longer than planned, and leave with both great food and a great mood. Whether you're stocking up for the week or just enjoying a Saturday morning stroll, the Stonington Village Farmers Market is a true local treasure. Fresh, friendly, and full of character--highly recommended. Cheers

Great farmers market tucked away in an old mill in stonington. They had a good variety of…read morevegetables and early season offerings. Meat bread and craft vendors too, with bakery on site and good coffee.

This is a great winter market, with just about everything you need to start your week right…read more Meats, cheeses, baked goods, BBQ and hot sauces, teas, jewelry, candy, soaps, honey, winter veggies and cold storage fruit, and local artisan clothes can all be acquired at this market in one fell swoop. Most recently I picked up some loose leaf artisan tea from Whole Harmony, which I hand sewed into heart shape tea bags for my Valentine. Total win. Add a little Stonewall Apiary honey to mix, and boom, perfect cup of tea. Seriously though, you can't beat a market that sometimes has baby goats and always has a stellar list of weekly vendors, and a great mix of visiting vendors every single Sunday. Definitely check it out!

Winterfresh market started on November 18th at Coventry High School. It is the winter version of…read morethe popular Coventry Farmer's Market that runs June - October. I had never been to the Winterfresh Market, so I wasn't quite sure what to expect. It was definitely nowhere near as fun as the CFRM where one can buy lunch sit outside and take in the scenery, but it did offer a lot of the same products. We make a quick spin around and then left. We are addicted to the kettle korn, so we will be back but it won't be as frequent as our trips to the CRFM over the summer.

Great local farm. Best corn ever. and the musk melons, peas, lettuce are also wonderful. Friendly…read morefun people....highly recommended 1

amazing organic farm and flower greenhouses. fantastic vibe and phenomenal products and delightful…read moreproprietors. A hidden jem and worth a quick stop after a day at hamonnasset beach

have been going there weekly in season since late 1980's when just a hut. love the family and all…read moretheir produce and products. supermarkets....pooh!!!

Went for strawberry picking today and it ends at 4 and they close at 6 which i didn't know it…read morewasn't mentioned on the website nor social media page. So I went ahead and bought a container of strawberries and they were so fragrant and delicious but half of them were all mushy and squished to the point that it wasn't edible it was gross and very disappointing because it was over $8 for a quart of the strawberries.

So many exhibitors, was great walking around and seeing what they had to offer. We ended up…read moregetting some fresh produce, great seafood from J&R and a few pies. Like a country fair and farmers market rolled into one.

This is a really popular and busy farmers market. There were lots of families and kids. A lot of…read morepeople stopped by for dinner. It kind of felt like being in the countryside like in a movie. There were lots of food trucks. There were local farmers you can talk to them and learn about stuff. For example, I didn't know Connecticut had so much maple syrup. Always thought was mostly in Vermont or Canada. I had some really great pistachio fudge. It was full of huge pistachios. There was also a farmer selling homemade apple crisp. That was amazing! It's a pretty area so there are pretty colors with the trees in fall.