Boerne Fresh: Our Picks from the Farmers Market at the Cibolo
Boerne Fresh: Our Picks from the Farmers Market at the Cibolo
A Hill Country town is only as good as its Farmers Market…right?
If access to homegrown and handmade treasures truly is the measure of an authentic small-town experience, we can proudly say that Boerne is a bona fide Texas treasure.
In case you haven’t managed to swing by the Farmers Market at the Cibolo yet (the 2018 season began on March 3rd), we’re here to push you out the door and dispel the whole “it’s not worth it to wake up before noon on a Saturday” thing.
Trust us, it is.
From local honey to farm-fresh eggs (yes, ugh, they ARE better) to baked goods to veggies and produce galore, the Farmers Market at the Cibolo is a veritable gem among Farmers Markets, offering genuinely high-quality products made by local hands in local fields. (All in a gorgeous area, might we add: the historic homestead overlooks 60 acres of wild, open lands, marked trails, and wildlife habitats.)
Every Saturday from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM (rain or shine), the Historic Herff Farm hosts artisans and farmers selling all things local. Admission is free, and friendly pets on leashes are welcome.
So, in case you’re a Farmers Market newbie, we figured we’d give you a few tips to get you started. Below are a few of our favorite vendors and products, from scratch-made goodies to local wine and candles.
Happy Earth Gardens: Produce
A “Community Supported Agriculture” (CSA) urban farm, Happy Earth Gardens offers locally grown and fresh-harvested veggies to market-goers all over the San Antonio metro area! Located on over ten acres near Rio Medina, Happy Earth’s produce is certified local and organic. Skip the grocery store and buy this week’s carrots, bell peppers, and kale at the Cibolo!
Handcrafted Harvest: Jams & Jellies
With spreadable flavors like “Red Velvet” and “Savannah Peach,” we’d agree with local blogger Jolene Navarro when she says, “The hardest part with Handcrafted Harvest Jam is picking just one or two!”
Quantum Coffee Roasters: Specialty Coffee
Worried about getting your caffeine fix on a Saturday morning? Stop by Quantum Coffee Roasters table first-thing! A small-batch coffee roaster based out of Leon Springs, Quantum specializes in custom roasted-to-order coffees from around the world.
Zanzenberg Farm: Pork & Poultry
If food documentaries like “What the Health” have been on your radar lately, you’re more than aware of the less-than-appetizing state of the meat industry. Offering a radically tasty (and high-quality) alternative, Zanzenberg Farm is a local organic farm that specializes in pork and poultry. The farm prioritizes pasture-based, non-GMO, corn and soy-free meats…all while utilizing an ecological approach to livestock and pasture management. Trust us: the pork chops and breakfast sausage are melt-in-your-mouth good It tastes good to be ethical.
Spengler Farmstead: Baked Goods
Touted as a “Backyard Farm & Kitchen,” Spengler Farmstead is our favorite stop for fresh-baked breads and treats. Tip: If it’s available, we highly recommend the Peach cobbler.
Happy Gut Foods – Small-Batch Fermenter
The newest small-batch fermenter in San Antonio, Happy Gut Foods is a family owned and operated business that strives to help heal your gut using natural, non-GMO and certified organic ingredients. Try out the sauerkraut, kimchi, and pesto!
Hayloft Gardens: All-Natural Body Products
A family-run local business, Hayloft Gardens places an emphasis on insanely natural bath-and-body products that will “improve your quality of life.” From deodorant to sugar scrub, Hayloft’s products provide the same results as their “designer” counterparts. Not to mention, they do it without all the harsh chemicals and byproducts. We love their masks, cool cream, and bath salts!
Stieler Farms: Black Angus & Wagyu Beef
It wouldn’t be a Texas Farmers Market without some food ‘ol naturally-raised, custom-fed beef. Specializing in black angus & wagyu beef, Stieler Farms claims “not just Texas Hill Country beef…The BEST Texas Hill Country beef.”
Red Door Creamery: Goat’s Milk & Cheese
Offering the creamiest, best-quality artesian goat’s milk products in the Hill Country area, Kerrville-based Red Door Creamery uses Grade-A raw milk and a tried-and-true process. Try the Chèvre Garden Herb spread!
Rockin C Canning – Raw & Local Honey
Did you know that eating local honey can help alleviate your allergies? Medicine never tasted so good. We recommend Rockin C Canning (from Medina Lake) for their flavor-infused honey. Also, the Apple Pie version is out-of-this-world!
Wahoo’s Seafood – Seafood
Turns out, you don’t have to travel all the way to Port Arthur for fresh Texas seafood! Wahoo’s Seafood brings the Gulf Shore to you with what one customer called “the freshest seafood this side of the coast,” from crawfish to crab.
Sage Gardens – All-Natural Toothpaste
“Infused with Intention,” Sage Gardens’ all-natural tooth powder beats the standard chemical-saturated toothpaste any day! And lest you lament that squeaky-clean feeling, we’re here to assure you: this stuff makes your mouth feel as fresh as Crest (all while promoting healthy teeth and gums).
A Community Epicenter
Besides just a great place to buy local, natural, and organic products and produce, the Farmers Market at the Cibolo is a place for the community to gather together. Once you’ve finished your shopping, sit and enjoy live music. In addition to live music, you can attend a gardening class or watch a cooking demonstration. Enjoy the gorgeous views available from the historical homestead.
Article Courtesy of KW Boerne
Boerne Fresh: Our Picks from the Farmers Market at the Cibolo
