Farmers Market!

Kaleb and I both have Sundays off so that is when we usually go out and explore. We had driven passed Selma Avenue (a few blocks down from us) on several occasions and there were always tents and lots of people. We would swear we would check it out the next week but always forgot about it. One Sunday, I was determined that we would see what was going on. We first headed to Starbucks to get a tasty treat and went on our way. 

I was absolutely over joyed when I found out it was a Farmers Market! And not just any Farmers Market! It was Huge!! There were all sorts of vegetables, fruits, breads, meats, plants and so much more! I instantly knew I was addicted! 

I was so overwhelmed that I didn't even know what to get. Not knowing that it was a farmers market, we didn't bring much cash so I had to pick out only a couple of treats.

I didn't get very good pictures because I was in Aw the whole time! But it felt like it was straight out of a movie. I know that it is not normal to be this excited for just a farmers market, but I love fresh fruits and vegetables and supporting local farmers! 

Since I got my little treat, Kaleb picked one out as well. They had delicious homemade Pupusas! He had them in Honduras, and I loved them!

He wasn't as amused with the market as I was but still was a trooper in following me around while I ooed and awed at everything. 

My treat ended up being Asian Pears. If you have never had them before get in your car and go get some right now! They are so so tasty! They are a mix between and apple and a pear. I am not a big fan of pears but these have a delicious crisp taste to them.

After this trip we didn't go for a little while just because we were on a tight budget and I didn't want to feel bad that I couldn't buy everything!

The second time I went by myself. They were handing out samples for watermelon basil shaved ice. I thanked them and kept walking on, I couldn't get over how refreshing it tasted that I had to go and buy one. Instead of the watermelon basil I decided to try the walnut one! Loved It! I was super careful not to eat all of it so Kaleb could try it too. We like to share.

This trip I got a giant grapefruit, avocados, and blood oranges. 

My favorite where the blood oranges! They are not only an awesome color but extremely juicy too! I had juice dripping down my face and down my arms. Super sticky but extremely yummy!

I miss not living in Hollywood because of the farmers market. Pasadena has one every Sunday as well. We went and checked it out when my mom came and visited but it was puny! We then hopped in the car and went straight to Hollywood to show her a real farmers market. 

There are a lot of other farmers markets in the area that I am dying to explore. One day I will get to them all!

February 15, 2015