Came here for the first time while I was visiting a friend and it's pretty convenient to get to!…read more A good portion of the orchard was closed off for some reason so we didn't really get to explore the grounds but it was fun being able to walk into the shop to pick up some items like the donuts, pies, and the hot apple cider was delicious! It's cute too because there's a couple of picnic tables to hang out and enjoy the scenery.

Beautiful orchard with a store for purchases, a pumpkin patch, and a nice grassy area near the lake…read more-- a great view. Everyone working here was helpful and the cookies, donut, and apple rollover we got were amazing. Only downfall is that you cannot pick your own apples, but the A grade apple crisp look great and we purchased some.

Great for meeting large groups, a wine/cider tasting with friends or a family trip!…read more It does get busy in peak season, so be prepared. We got their pretty close to opening and didn't have to wait on lines at all. There are tons of baked goods and cider you can take home. IF you want to pick your own apples, you can do that too. The tap room is nice, and if you can get a spot on the porch, great! But you can also take your wine or cider flight to a bench.

The Apple Farm is the perfect activity for fall. It was fairly busy when we arrived but there is…read moreplenty of parking. There are quite a few stands throughout the farm offering wine, cider, and food. Along with the apple barn that has of course, apples and everything else fall flavored. I had an apple cider donut and am happy with the choice. Thor's Hard Cider was on site and the customer service was spectacular. They don't usually allow samples but being someone who doesn't get ciders often they allowed it. The cider was great! Highly recommend. For those of you that enjoy wine the Saint Croix Vineyards was onsite. The only downfall is that on a chilly day there is not much indoor seating and even outdoor seating was filling up fast at times.

Pumpkins? YES! Corn maze? YES!…read more Goats? YES! Not my first time exploring this wonderful pumpkin patch, and garden farm. They have a wonderful and wide variety of pumpkins, gourds, etc. You can pick out pumpkins close to parking or trek with a wagon to the pumpkin patch. We checked out the patch and found 2 pumpkins we liked but it was also towards the end of the pumpkin season so the pumpkin options in the patch are limited but great for photo ops. They also gave a corn maze (free) near the patch and it literally took us less than 8 minutes to get out. My husband and kiddo are QUICK! They have a handful of goats where if you bring quarters you can get food to feed them. We did a bunch and the goats were hungry! And there is a water pump nearby to wash your hands. They also have 1 donkey. Lots of amazing photo opportunities near the main store, greenhouses and barn. The barn was playing the Spookly pumpkin movie. The barn is very cool. Check it out. We spent $40 for our 3 nice sized pumpkins + long yellow gourd like pumpkin and 4 mini gourds. The pumpkins are a little pricey but it's all about the experience. Happy Autumn!

Great pick your own patch. Tons of options. Plus plenty of pre picked options too. They had a few…read moregoats and a couple of sheep that my girls enjoyed petting and feeding some corn. Nice wagons available to carry all the pumpkins you find

We love coming to Waldoch Farm in fall for all the fun. Today we decided to try it out during…read moresummer for Strawberry picking and that was just as fun! Girls spent hours doing all the fun activities. Can't wait for the new corn pit to be finished! Also the sparking cider is the best!!

Waldoch Farm and Garden Center is a fun place for all ages to explore and see!…read more I went back in mid August and didn't know what to expect as it was my first time there. Parking was free and easy. Once you get to the entrance gate, you'll be greeted by staff to show your admission ticket or buy tickets. It's reasonable priced. I purchased the admission with ride and getting a sunflower option. Service was fast and friendly. There's a station near the front to line up for the hay ride which approximately runs every 15-20 minutes. But my friends and I decided to explore other stations before doing the hay ride. There were mini houses and mini log cabin displays to check out. There was a mini kart race track that adults and kids can actually grab a kart and peddle around the track. That was a fun experience! There's also a okay ground that both kids and adults can play Through the courses.. Once we got through the stations, we headed back to the entrance to wait for the hayride. The hayride would bring us way back into the fields where you can see them growing peppers, sunflowers and pumpkins. We were dropped off into the sunflower fields to browse, take pics and then eventually able to pick a sunflower or flowers form the fields at the end per the packages we laid for. I had to leave early so I was t able to cut one for myself. But would love to come back another time to experience it again haha.

It's pumpkin & gourd season! Time to enjoy the fall foliage on the way to the BMCF! Prices vary…read morefor sizes/varies of pumpkins, squashes and even corn stalks!

Ever since we ran across this roadside pay on your honor stand we have made it a regular stop when…read morewe go for a drive. It's located in the scenic Scandia/Marine on St. Croix area on Manning Ave (15) just north of 4 almost 2 miles. This family owned roadside stand usually has signs to let you know what is available in season. There is enough parking for 10 or so cars just off the street. Whether it's fresh picked sweet corn, pumpkins, squash or other items the produce is either in wagons or set out on the ground for you to choose what you need. The prices are clearly listed and a lockbox allows you to pay for the items. Great idea, great produce and great prices! Love this place! Note for October 2017: We stopped by Saturday 10/13 the sweet corn is long gone for the season and and they were running out of pumpkins for the year. Squash and decorative gourds were still available. This area was hit with a Spring hail that damaged a lot of crops in the area including the nearby Berry Patch. This limited some availability this year.

Love, love this market. Whenever I am in town to visit family, I make sure to visit this market…read more There is a great vendor that sells breakfast tacos during the winter and you can buy their tortillas to go! Lots of meat vendors, the pork chops we got were amazing. Also, many local honey vendors, flowers, as well as bread items. I cannot get over the bakery items. I was able to get a great sourdough round and some baguettes for dinner. My daughter loves these spicy cheddar rolls from one of the vendors (keep a look out for them). You cannot go wrong. It is in a central spot that makes this easy to get to, free parking and it is open fairly year round. As a tidbit, it is right next to my favorite coffee shop that makes a great Vietnamese coffee!!! PROS Free parking Lots of vendors, almost year round Great location Great people CONS Nothing, just go and enjoy the stroll

How does someone not love the St. Paul farmers market? It really is the OG for farmers markets…read morearound the Twin Cities. I have been to that one across the river, all I can say is they don't grow bananas in Minnesota. I have been visiting this place for decades, and I really love the way it is evolved well staying true to its roots. You need to have products that have been grown or made within a certain radius of Saint Paul. When I first started visiting, it was mainly growers, but as a farmers markets have expanded in the Twin Cities, some farmers have gone elsewhere. That means we are seeing more vendors of other types of food. People who forge mushrooms, people who make their own cheese. Bee keepers. The world's best pierogies. Tibetan dumplings. So many delights. It is bustling every Saturday and Sunday. It should be a weekly stop for everyone.

So happy to have stumbled on this gem while on my way to Wisconsin from Minneapolis! I was nervous…read moreto come here at first because we had a large group and the restaurant didn't take reservations but I'm so happy we still came. The ambiance is lovely and quaint with a small shop up front. The restaurant menu had so many options for vegetarians and gluten free with an extensive tea selection also. I ended up ordering a glass of wine and the warm Brie and baguette appetizer which was absolutely divine!! The whole group loved it and I will be coming back if I pass along this way again.

The space is super cute. Outdoor patio is quaint and covered so it doesn't feel like a parking lot…read morearea. Indoors is small and quaint. Service was super friendly and quick: accurate and they let us do separate checks, which is always nice. Food is fresh, salads are crisp and plentiful. Teas are delicious. Would come back for live music!

Have you ever had a weekend where you swear you were looking to spend spend spend? Today was that…read moreday. I grabbed a cart at the cart area as I walked in. I went to look for a rolling, plastic draw to keep supplies, lots of tape, bubble wrap, etc. Well, I went walking through to see everything. at his particular store address I had never been to. One man jumped out into the aisle and asked me if I needed help after greeting me cheerfully and kindly. I said, thank you, but I'm just looking around. I placed my purse in the cart and made sure it was visible. I was checking prices on my phone which I did take out of my clear to see purse to compare prices. Seeing that the price was cheaper else wear I continued to look at shelves. I did not see what I needed. I decided to check other stores in the area, so I decided to leave out of the same door as the one I came in and it also says also says to exit. I put my purse on my shoulder and thought should I leave the cart here for the next person at the door? No. I'll be kind and return it at the stack. When going out the door and alarm goes off. OMG! I thought my cart was stuck on the flat rug. I nearly push the back up trying to pull back and push a few times. Then , I noticed, the wheels froze at the doorway. Huh? I'm not even near the end of the property I thought. Until, one of the young ladies at the front desk runs over with some kind of remote and says, oh let me push this button. You're fine. Then, I finished returning the cart. I was upset. I did everything to let security see my purse. I practically walked in down the middle of the aisles. Empty cart. I was mad. I though I should not have to do this. Did the security take their eyes off me and decide to lock up my cart while I looked at items or when I walked in the door? I believe it was one of those. I know it was just for me, because when the alarm went off, a man walked right out the door with his cart and looked at my cart. I have to add, I am a black woman. Also, obviously there is a new way to stop grocery carts before people take off with the goods. I will never go there again. I did enjoy the enthusiastic guy in the back department in the middle. Thanks Sir.

I always find people to help and they do help. I don't understand the low ratings. I was in the…read morepaint section this last week twice. One young man even k ew what I numbers to Goff d what I was looking for. I've been in other area where I was looking for something and some would make sure I got to it. So yes it is a warehouse type business, but their employees do what they can to meet your needs and answer your questions