Lake Martin has a great local food source in Oakview Farms. They sell wheat berries for folks that…read moremake their own bread. They offer u pick blueberries, they make their own goat cheese, eggs, and honey. They also sell a lot of organic and sustainable vegetables and grains. They are also really nice and will take time to educate you about what they sell. We first went there to buy our own bread making supplies and equipment and they took time to educate us about the process. They are just off of Redland Road so they are only about 15 minutes from some parts of Lake Martin. Call ahead to make sure they are open but Saturdays are a great day to go all year. Let the kids feed the goats as you get your own locally made organic food.

OOPS, WRONG ONE! If…read moreyou are looking for "The" farmer's market, this is probably not the one that you want. It is a very small and limited and today we only noticed two vendors. This market is located on the "other" side of town, (safe but run down). It appeared to be in an old building that was one used for oil changes. We were looking for a rather large market with a varied selection of products beyond produce. This was not it. It is that local market that is ideal for those who reside in a "food desert and have limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables. I am sure that it is appreciated in this particular area.

Good products and variety! Everyone is very knowledgeable of their product and friendly!read more

Pure excellence!!…read more This is a local farmer's market with an excellent selection of local fruits and vegetables. It typically runs during the summer from June - August/September. Locally-grown tomatoes, eggplant, PEACHES (!!), zucchini, watermelon, even fresh local cinnamon and tea! I also scored some an amazing banana bread loaf, and locally-raised beef which I have yet to try. Every farmer we encountered was entirely happy to let you see, touch, and taste the products. That's the sign of proud people who stand by their products, and an excellent reason to visit. To cap it all off, there was a really lovely local bluegrass band serenading the market at 7am. A really nice touch. I can't wait to return week after week!

Stopped in here with family to check this place out and buy a few things. It's a little small from…read morewhat I'm used to for a Farmers Market but it was also a weekday so it's possible that all of the vendors weren't there. It's outside and some vendors are under cover and others had their own pop up tents. I picked up a nice red onion, a basket of beautiful, seedless blackberries, and a bottle of BBQ sauce. Overall, it was nice with a variety of vendors who were all quite friendly.

Cute little shop in downtown Wetumpka! They have a nice variety of flavored olive oils and…read morebalsamic vinegars. After tasting several of each, I ended up picking the fig balsamic and a spicy basil olive oil. I haven't had the chance to use them yet but I will be using them real soon. They also had some yummy looking dip mixes and some other food items, and some nice containers for making dressing, etc. The girl working there was very sweet. My mom and I enjoyed perusing the store together.

Not the normal place I would visit, but the oils and vinegars are delicious. They are helpful and…read morewill help you find the perfect tastes and combinations.

We just happened upon this place as we were in the joint parking lot of Can a Brotha Get a Slice…read more As I was paying for our pizza, a lady approached me asking whether we wanted cheesecake. I was a little confused but I quickly learned that The Cheesecake Empori-yum is a distinct business. The woman was a friend of the owner and she kindly walked me through the cheesecake options that were available. I was debating between the white chocolate triple berry and the pineapple upside down cake for my husband and the snickers and red velvet for me. I went with the daily special - pineapple upside down cake - and red velvet. The cheesecake slices were $5.15 each, which was perhaps a little hefty for the size of the slice but still reasonable I thought. The pineapple upside down cake cheesecake came out hot. I was told that the cake portion had just been baked. I must admit that it looked very different than what I was imagining it to look like (i.e. Cheesecake Factory) as the cake was falling apart. We refrigerated it for a few hours before trying it so that the cheesecake portion would be cold. While good, this dessert very much looked and tasted like cake and not cheesecake. There was also a texture issue for me as it was all very soft versus having distinct cake and cheesecake textures. We thought that the red velvet cheesecake was more successful. It was rich and creamy and the red velvet flavor came through nicely. The slice held up well and had a nice Oreo crust. It was perfectly baked. We were rushing some so I didn't see the full menu. Next time, I'd love to try the soul food egg rolls!

I'm not sure why, but I've been thinking a lot about my time as a student in Alabama. As a lonely…read moreCalifornia transplant years ago, I remember feeling a little uneasy about the prospect of being in such a new place without any of my normal comforts -- including my favorite places to get comfort food. Naturally, one of the first things I did was seek out some new local places to fill the role of my favorite spots back home. This search led me right to The Cheesecake Empori-Yum; after all, what could possibly be more comforting than a cheesecake? I can definitely say that I found what I was looking for. I may have had better cheesecake experiences in the past, but certainly not by much -- it's hard to exaggerate how good the cheesecakes are here. I might recommend trying the original in addition to any specialty slices you order, just to give yourself a benchmark. The last time I visited, I went with the Reese's cheesecake -- peanut butter fiend that I am, I ordered a peanut butter cheesecake with chocolate crust, crushed Reese's Cups, and chocolate drizzle was only right. It was wonderfully dense and beautifully creamy, just as always. I did wish that the peanut butter flavor of the cheesecake itself came through more, though; the peanut butter notes were overshadowed a bit by the stronger chocolate flavor from the crust/drizzle. Although the cheesecakes are fantastic, I think the best part of all is the amazingly friendly service. You often here the phrase "service with a smile," but here you will find that to the tenth degree. The owner is so very friendly, and it's evident she puts her heart and soul into everything she makes. A little shop with a big heart... you can tell each item is made with love. Come by for a slice... or three. I won't judge.

El Chido is a Mexican grocery with a restaurant in the back…read more It definitely has a no-frills type ambiance, but i have always found these hole-in-the-wall type places are where you are going to find the best Mexican food. I took a seat and my server came with a smile. She asked if I spoke Spanish. I replied not really and she said she did not speak much English, but we managed to get my order with no issue. I went with four tacos and I loaded them st their salsa bar. The tacos were pretty good. I was debating giving it four stars, but everyone here was just so incredibly friendly that I had to elevate my score to five stars. I would definitely recommend El Chido.

Tasty tacos and authentic Mexican dishes. Groceries and Butcher Shop inside. Friendly service and…read moreclean dining area.

What a fabulous spot this is for authentic tacos and South of the Border food and libations. The…read morestaff are friendly and accommodating. The interior is clean and comfortable with the expected fun and inviting atmosphere. The food quality is off the charts here. Well done, my amigos!!

The food, service and atmosphere was great! I enjoyed my birthday dinner there. I would recommend…read moreEl Taco Shop to my family and friends.