Uptown Farmers Market

At first, I was like "this is bs i cant find any damn parking and all i want is some tea". What was going on?! Why was the Urban Teahouse (and other businesses, I GUESS) lot packed to the max? I was very irked by this. But a parking spot was found and tea was had. Then I learned that the reason for the audacious parking was the farmer's market. I knew the Uptown Farmer's Market existed in some form or another. It just didn't click in my head at first. So yeah. I visited my former brief enemy because I'm such a white girl when it comes to farmer's markets.It's small. Duh. It's a short stretch of street, but I think the small space packs a punch. What did I buy in such a little area, you ask?-Doughnuts from Holey Rollers (Note: I'm not vegan. These are vegan doughnuts. These are some of the best damn doughnuts. So if "vegan" throws you off and makes you suspicious, let it go. Get a doughnut.)-Pickling cucumbers-Honey and salsa-A candle-Wine-Fresh chicken breast-Freshly made bread and pretzelsThere were a number of other things, obviously. A good amount of choices when it came to meat. Three different vendors were peddling their animal bits, along with other assorted products, such as the honey and salsa and fruits/vegetables. On sight, I found: cucumbers, fresh basil, watermelon, peaches, squash, onions. There was likely more produce that I just didn't notice.As far as vendors go, there was also a stand for olive oil and I think another one for some locally made items, but I'm not sure what. We came into the market at the tail end of the time, so by time we made it to that area, they were closing up shop. Maybe next time!Holey Rollers, The Loaded Bowl, and an Italian ice cart made the scene, as well. So that's a nice little touch to have some treats around!

On the last Sunday of the month, the Uptown district hosts a farmers market that carries in-season fruits, veggies, and herbs from 10+ vendors. Starting in May and going through to October, OKC blocks off Walker just North of NW 23rd for 5 hours to promote healthy living and sustainability, a friendly place to walk, and provide a family-friendly atmosphere.You can also find local edible crafts such as pickles, salsa, and protein bars and snacks. There were a couple of bands playing music that went perfectly with the atmosphere. I loved that it was right next to The Pump and Urban Core so I didn't have to drive back and forth across town for my other Sunday errands. I wish there had been a few more vendors with a few more options, but I'm sure it will grow to be just as popular as H & 8th has become. As for parking, there seems to be enough as long as you don't mind walking a block. I parked on 23rd and there were two grass lots that people filled up pretty quickly.