With a diverse range of retailers and suppliers providing a wide array of artisan food products, Union Market is every foodies heaven. Everything from gourmet coffee, specialty ice-cream, gelato, artisanal bread, baked goods, florists, delis, food stalls and much more are available here. A great place to pick up local products and souvenirs, Union Market is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. While wandering around the huge warehouse, you may stumble across local artists displaying their work. While it is accessible via Metro, driving here is a better option, especially in the evenings.
FRESHFARM Markets is a group of farmers' markets in Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC. This market at Dupont Circle offers a vibrant collection of fresh vegetables and fruits sold directly by the producers. Many prestigious publications regard it as one of the best farmers' markets in the United States. Every Sunday, you will find an array of stalls selling poultry, meat, fruit pies, breads, dairy products, seafood and pastas. You can also choose from aromatic soaps, herbal infusions and delightful flower bouquets at the various counters. Frequent sellers include Blue Ridge Dairy Co., Baklava Couture, Clear Spring Creamery and Cibola Farms, Inc. So this Sunday morning, forgo the local supermarket and head here with a large shopping basket to rediscover your love for farm-fresh foodstuffs.
A perfect platform that showcases nature's bounty from Virginia, New York, Delaware and Washington DC, Glen's Garden Market offers all that is fresh and seasonal. Choose from the finest produce, cheese and diary products, tender meats and poultry, all available under one roof. Locally grown and responsibly sourced, this market gives you a chance to show your support to local farms and artisans. The deli at the market is also known to serve the best sandwiches, salads and pizzas in town.
Held every weekend throughout the year since 1972, the Georgetown Flea Market is a treasure trove of bargains. Head outdoors to the market, located just a few minutes from Georgetown and close to downtown, for everything from jewelry to vegetables. Browse through furniture, decorative items, antiques, silver, lamps, clothing and much more. You can even pick up fresh fruits and veggies when they're in season. Famous personalities mingle with the locals here, all searching for a piece of treasure to call their own.
This family-run retail store has been around since 1955. The Washington Post called it "The Weirdest Little Drugstore in Washington". There is candy, confectionery, ethnic and international food-products, oils, and vinegars available. It all depends on what you want to stock your kitchen racks with—pasta, rice or grain, blue or cottage cheese, wine or ale. But food is not the only ingredient sold here, stemware and glassware, aromatherapy products and small kitchen appliances are also in supply.
Find farm fresh produce, cheese, meats, and beautiful fresh flowers right in downtown Bethesda! With a rich history dating back to 1932, the Farm Women's Cooperative Market has an indoor and an outdoor market. The indoor market has over 75 vendors selling prepared foods, teas, coffees, baked foods and desserts, as well as meats, poultry and seafood. The outdoor flea market vendors offer a variety of jewelry, antiques, arts and crafts, and home furnishing. For a nice relaxing afternoon of outdoor shopping and local food close to home, the Farm Women's Cooperative Market is the place to be!