Bellevue Farmer’s Market

I ran across this market by accident yesterday as I pulled into Party Source, but cannot wait to visit again. There were only a few stands (that’ll change, I’m told), but they were great! I ended up getting a lot of information from one of the vendors about plants that I’m growing, and he was genuine and helpful and not hurried, and even gave me a sample of lemon bomb mint to take home with my spearmint plant. Blue Oven Bakery was also there, and a knife sharpening service! How cool is that! I have a nice incentive to hop across the river for fresh, local products and services. I’ve become almost dependent on Findlay Market, which is NOT a bad thing, but it’s nice to have another option just as close by (*with free parking).

Nice little market in the parking lot of the party source. You can find fresh baked bread, herbs, plants and crafts.
I live in Bellevue so its a nice walk from my place and can be very walkable from parts of newport as well.
Support your local farmers, its worth the walk or drive.

I was super bummed when I moved to Newport that I wouldn’t be able to walk to the cute little Covington farmer’s market anymore, but then I learned that Bellevue was starting a farmer’s market in the parking lot of the Party Source. Granted, I still can’t walk there, but this little market has won me over with its charm.
There are usually about 12 different vendors set up, a tent with live music and a wide range of products from the traditional fruits and veggies, to plants, bread, wine, meats, cheeses etc. The vendors are super friendly and helpful. Best part of the whole thing is that after picking up your veggies you can stop by The Party Source and stock up on booze. Win win! And you are shopping local. So no one loses!

So, I can’t tell you how excited I was as a Bellevue resident to learn that a farmer’s market was coming. After several visits, I am a huge fan!!!
First, there is great variety from all of the vendors. From fruits and veggies, plants, bread, wine, meats, gelato and even homemade soaps, there is something for everyone! The vendors themselves are friendly, helpful, and are excited to talk about their goods and help you out if you have any questions.
A big thanks to all who made this happen in Bellevue!

I’m making a public vow to go here every weekend (it’s open Wednesday’s too). If you want to pick up some fresh produce, baked goods, wine, and other products this is a fun easy to get to farmer’s market.
Every booth had a friendly vendor ready and willing to help. There were no grumpy farmer’s here. They told you what they did and how they did it — even if this city boy didn’t understand it.
I’m not a tomato fan but bought ones that were incredible. Apparently, I’m just not a grocery store tomato fan. I took them home, seasoned them, breaded them with some panko and fried them up lightly and that could have been the meal in itself. But we also had some hot-​dogs. All beef made from cows that the kid selling us the dogs had feed and cared for himself. And for dessert we had some gelato from a place just down the street I didn’t know existed. Now I do. yum.
Come to the market. Get your dinner. Learn where your dinner came from. And if nothing else, it’s in the Party Source’s parking lot and I’m sure you’ll be there that weekend also.