SUPPORT OUR LOCAL FARMERS

Fresh and local are the key ingredients of the weekly Toowoomba Farmers’ Market.

Held in the grounds of Cobb + Co. Museum, the market features 50–plus stalls ranging from farm–fresh fruit and vegetables to ethically farmed meat, eggs and honey, artisan baking, gourmet preserves and condiments, plants and seedlings, and beautiful handmade body products and crafts.

Market convenor Robyn Ayles said many customers made it a family outing.

“We have free kids’ activities and entertainment, so it’s a great spot to grab a coffee, breakfast and browse the stalls,” Robyn said.

“People keep coming back as the fruit and vegetables are so fresh they keep for longer, and you can taste the difference in the delicious range of meat,” she said.

“It’s also a great way to support our local farmers and know where your food comes from.”

Robyn said the range of artisan crafts available at the market continues to grow.

“We have so many talented bakers and makers who bring their wonderful products to share,” she said.

“The take–home prepared food range typically includes beautiful sour dough bread and pastries, ethnic treats like baklava and macarons, homemade pies and wonderful preserves and condiments, bush tucker treats and wine.

“Even our four–legged friends are catered for with several stallholders selling pet food and treats.

“Add in a wide range of crafts such as jewellery, timber, leather and metal work, handmade body products and unique sewing, and it’s easy to see why the market is so popular.”

The market is on from 7am until noon every Saturday.