Winter farmers markets on Long Island
Dobler Farms organic brown eggs at Deep Roots Farmer's Market in Great Neck. Credit: Yvonne Albinowski
Long Island is up to an unprecedented 10 winter markets this year, a testament to the popularity of small-batch, handmade provisions and local produce. Of course the winter months provide much less in the way of produce, but you should be able to find some roots and winter squash, microgreens, mushrooms and greenhouse-raised vegetables. As always, bring your own bags, shop early for the best selection and know that not every vendor appears every week.
EAST END FOOD MARKET
139 Main Rd., Riverhead
The market’s parent organization, Southampton’s East End Food Institute, renovated the old Homeside Florist and Greenhouses and the 3,000-square-foot building, making this LI’s largest indoor market.
When: Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through April 29
More info: eastendfood.org
Selected vendors: Local produce from Latham Farms and Maryhaven Center of Hope Farm, Sylvester Manor Educational Farm (pastured pork), Pendleton’s Harvest Moon Farm (lamb, eggs, jam), Aki’s Kitchen soups and salads, Blue Duck Bakery, Green Door Woodworks (handmade cutting boards), North Fork Flour Shoppe baked goods, North Fork Roasting Co., Jamesport Sourdough & Coffee, Kalypso Greek Yogurt, Mecox Bay Dairy, North Fork Oysters, North Fork Seafood, The Pudding Lady, Bayberry Bakery.
Linzer tarts made by the Vienna Cookie Company, a vendor at the Westhampton Beach Farmers Market. Credit: Randee Daddona
GARDEN FARMERS MARKET
Daisy Garden, 71 Maple Ave., Blue Point
This year, the market moves from Patchogue’s Fantastic Gardens of Long Island to Daisy Garden nursery in Blue Point, and it will remain there indefinitely: this is a year-round market. Later this spring, Daisy Garden plans to introduce its own organic and hydroponic produce.
When: Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. all year
More info: facebook.com/GardenFarmersMarket
Selected vendors: Jaylo’s Wine Shop (local wine), Micro Green Garden (greens, eggs, honey), Hephzibah Organic Farm mushrooms and Asian specialties, Clarks Kitchen focaccia and sourdough bread, Reverie Coffee, Pretty Baked pies and pastry, Tommy Pickles, MM Sweet Shop gourmet doughnuts.
G & G LI WINTER MARKET
Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington
Now in its 12th year, this is Long Island’s oldest.
When: Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through March 26
More info: longislandfarmersmarkets.com
Selected vendors: Local produce from 4 E Farms, Adamah Seafood, Jon’s Gourmet Mushrooms, Kalypso Greek Yogurt, Nautilus Roasting Co., Three French Hens Bakery, Orwasher’s Bread, Sir John smoked fish, Really Good Fruit Spreads, Backyard Bees, Bambino’s Ravioli, Bauer's Brew coffee, Fresh Factor Juice, Spring brook Hollow Farm Distillery, Mello Munch granola, Maca's by Nikky (macarons).
DEEP ROOTS FARMERS MARKET
Saint Pauls Episcopal Church, 28 Highland Rd., Glen Cove
The market moved to a new premises this year — and this one doesn’t require GPS to locate.
When: Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through March 25 (except for the third Saturday of each month)
More info: facebook.com/deeprootsfarmersmarket
Selected vendors: ChowderHead Soups, Davy Jones Shellfish Co., Dom's Honey, Eggcellent Quiche, Hearts and Flour, Johnny Breads, Nelly’s Empanadas, Pecks of Maine preserves, Horman’s Best Pickles, BillKoBaker cookies, Three French Hens Bakery, The Savory Fig Bakeshop.
DEEP ROOTS FARMERS MARKET
Great Neck House, 14 Arrandale Ave., Great Neck
Deep Roots, which debuted a summer market in Great Neck last year, has now established a winter version. It’s a collaboration with the Great Neck Park District and is located in Great Neck House, the town’s cultural and educational hub.
When: Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through March 26
More info: gnparks.org
Selected vendors: Bambino Ravioli, Diesel Cold Brew, Dobler Farms, Horman’s Best Pickles, Johnny Breads, Sabor del Amore empanadas, Sauce Up (chimichurri, chili crunch and nut crunch), Say Chef canned specialties, The Cheese Guy, The Illegal Baker, Total Sicily Italian specialties.
Lisa Fitz with her sheep, Clover at Deep Roots Farmer's Market in Great Neck. Credit: Yvonne Albinowski
LONG BEACH FARMERS MARKET
Bright Eye Beer Co., 50 Park Ave., Long Beach
This is the second year the market is taking shelter from the cold at Bright Eye Beer Co., which is right across the street from Kennedy Plaza, its warm-weather location. The market’s first day will be Feb. 1.
When: Wednesdays from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Feb. 1 through March 29
More info: 516-670-5046, ligreenmarket.org
This year's vendors are still being finalized; last year's included Happy Now Farms, Adamah Gallery Seafood, Scott's Sourdough, Horman’s Famous Pickles, Long Beach Sea Salt, Peace Love & Hot Chocolate, the Big Cheese, Taylor Made Vegan Eats.
SOUTH SHORE FARMERS MARKET
Bayport Flower Houses, 940 Montauk Hwy., Bayport
Located in a heated greenhouse, the market is family- and dog-friendly.
When: Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through March 11
More info: @southshorefarmersmarket_ on Instagram
Selected vendors: Laurel’s Butter, Pat’s Bakehouse, Angie’s Empanadas, Ronance Mouthwatering Morsels (mushroom chips), Newlight Breadworks, The Big Cheese, Rustic Roots Organic Farm, Tend Coffee, Naela’s Mediterranean Market, TerraNut nut bars, Bayport Seafood, Tashana’s Kitchen, Jones Beach Brewing. Finest Macarons.
PORT JEFFERSON FARMERS MARKET
Village Center, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson
When: Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through April 30
More info: portjeff.com
Selected vendors: Local produce from Maryhaven Center of Hope Farm and Priscilla’s Farm, Flourbud Bakery pastries, Monies Macarons, Naela’s Organics (Mediterranean specialties), TerraNut nut bars, Hormans Best Pickles, Trombone e Gatto baked goods, Knot of this World pretzels, Sweets by Amy G, O Honey Bee Farm, Farm Fresh Potions, Sal & Jerry’s Bakery
WESTHAMPTON BEACH FARMERS MARKET
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 40 Main St., Westhampton Beach
This winter, the Chamber of Commerce teamed up with St. Mark's Episcopal Church to hold a winter market complete with a roaring fireplace and live piano accompaniment.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through April 29
Selected vendors: ChowderHead Soup, Vienna Cookie Company, Mecox Bay Dairy cheese, Catch of the Hamptons local seafood, Newlight Breadworks, Sal & Jerry’s Bakery, Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery, Wildflower Beverages, Horman’s Best Pickles, Pecks of Maine preserves, Knot of this World pretzels, South Shore Mushrooms, Wicked Sisters teas and infusions.
RESTORATION FARM
140 Bethpage-Sweet Hollow Rd., Old Bethpage
During the winter, the farm stand is open every other Saturday. You won’t find a better selection of storage vegetables anywhere on Long Island: carrots, leeks, broccoli (regular and romanesco), turnips, radishes (daikon, black), potatoes, sweet potatoes, cabbage, celery root, winter squash, garlic, onions, shallots and more.
When: Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 28, Feb. 11 and 25; from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 11 and 25, April 8, 22 and 29.
More info: restorationfarm.com
"Storage vegetables" at the winter farmers market at Old Restoration Farm in Old Bethpage. Credit: Newsday/Erica Marcus
