Winter farmers markets on Long Island

Dobler Farms organic brown eggs at Deep Roots Farmer's Market in... — Dobler Farms organic brown eggs at Deep Roots Farmer's Market in Great Neck. Credit: Yvonne Albinowski

By Erica Marcuserica.marcus@newsday.comJanuary 16, 2023

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

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.

Linzer tarts made by the Vienna Cookie Company, a vendor... — Linzer tarts made by the Vienna Cookie Company, a vendor at the Westhampton Beach Farmers Market. Credit: Randee Daddona

GARDEN FARMERS MARKET

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.

G & G LI WINTER MARKET

Now in its 12th year, this is Long Island’s oldest.

DEEP ROOTS FARMERS MARKET

The market moved to a new premises this year — and this one doesn’t require GPS to locate.

DEEP ROOTS FARMERS MARKET

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.

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... — Lisa Fitz with her sheep, Clover at Deep Roots Farmer's Market in Great Neck. Credit: Yvonne Albinowski

LONG BEACH FARMERS MARKET

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.

SOUTH SHORE FARMERS MARKET

Located in a heated greenhouse, the market is family- and dog-friendly.

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

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

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.

RESTORATION FARM

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.