Stopped in for salad veggies. Amish stand had everything's I wanted, fresh and great pricesread more

Stopped on the drive back to Philly and it was amazing!!! Tons of different things you can choose…read morefrom. I got tea and fudge and gifts for my niece and nephew. They do take credit cards!

Excellent produce stand. Service was quick and respectable by a young Amish child. They had fresh…read morestrawberries they grew. There were also baked goods. On Saturdays they have an outdoor chicken BBQ prepared by S & M Catering. Highly recommended.

Every single item is delicious- the baked goods are epic. The fresh produce is amazing- the flowers…read moreare gorgeous and then there's Thom's bread! Everyone is so helpful and sweet! They have a great pre-order for deserts during the holidays

Great for a smaller farm market. Nice variety of produce and baked goods, meats. Plus some small…read moreartisan soaps, candles, etc. Will definitely go back.

Our favorite farmers market in the area! The selection of plants, flowers, bushes, shrubs, etc is…read moreincredible! Everything is so beautifully maintained and always looks so healthy and alive. And the PRICES are SO reasonable. You can't visit without checking out the market, too. The fruits and veggies always are top notch quality and delicious. Service is always above and beyond - the staff is very knowledgeable and so friendly. My favorite place to visit each spring for our spring/summer plants!

TEN stars, well.. if there were such a thing, that's what I would give Hoover's. When I first…read moremoved to Lancaster, I visited many farmer's markets, in search of that "true" gem. I was surprised to see that several carried candies and grocery store merchandise. And the prices, well.. don't even get me started. There were some other nice markets, but I found Hoover's in showcasing Lancaster's meats, dairy, pickles, sauces, jams, desserts, not to mention all of their glorious produce (reasonably priced), a for sale bin and beautiful flowers. Right now, it's pumpkin time and boy, does Hoover's have many pumpkins to choose from, and CHEAP. I bought seven tomatoes (made sauce) for $3.00. They were in that "clearance" bin.

We went to Lapp Valley farm for the most creamy and delicious ice cream…read more Very short distance from it is the village farm market. It is a beautiful farm filled with trees, plants, succulents... anything you need for your flower/plant needs. But it is a secret gem that hides the most amazing sandwich shop in the area. It is filled with fresh bread, baked goods and most amazing pies, fresh fruit and vegetables. But all of it hides this amazing sandwich shop that has one of the best Philly Cheese Steaks. It is gooey with melted cheese and if you ask for chopped hot peppers... you can get the perfect blend of banana peppers and jalapeño peppers to get the kick! You don't want to miss this store if you are in the area! We stayed in a nearby Airbnb tiny home. You can't beat the kind attentive service and the care by which they make every sandwich. Everything is so fresh and well made! No indoor seating... so be ready for the heat if you plan to eat here.

What a great place. So much good stuff it was difficult to decide, hence the pictures i took…read more They were even nice enough to heat up a fresh peach dumpling for us and add icecream. So so good.

I love sharing new finds but this is so good that I almost want to keep it a secret. First, I was…read moreon a phone call that I couldn't afford to take off my car play as it was a work related on so I just stumbled across this as I drove around but I also had to sit outside for about an hour until I got off. I watched so many people come out with these amazing coffee creations...I didn't get any since I had had enough caffeine for the day but I would ABSOLUTELY try a the next time. Second, the store is small but mighty...homemade soups, baked goods, fresh fruits/vegis and breakfast sandwich/sandwiches. I got the world's best bagel breakfast sandwich. It was one of those times you bite into something expecting it to be good but it turns out to be the best one you every had. Super crispy tasty bacon, pillowy eggs and cheesy but just the right amount. And FILLING--basically still full at 2pm. SOOO good!!

One of my favorite places. Its even better because they are a few doors down from my home. Everyone…read moremakes you feel so welcome. All of their homemade foods are delicious. We purchase the "fiber balls" often as well as desserts, veggies, fruits, breads, cheeses, and this year even bought Thanksgiving pies. In the summer, you can't beat the quality of the beautiful flowers and plants. We purchase them for the whole home. Bottom line, they are a gem to have locally. Oh, and breakfast sandwiches are amazing. Yum!

Pretty nice and large flea market. Has everything from socks to shoes to kitchen table to hot dogs…read moreto sticky buns a lot of the food is Amish made. There is plenty of parking it's fairly close so you're not doing a lot of walking

Your Friday just got better. If you are visiting Lancaster for the weekend (or day), the Farmer's…read moreMarket is conveniently nearby. Plan accordingly since these sellers only gather on Friday. The items for sale include home made goods, fresh produce, meats, jams, toiletries, furniture, souvenirs, electronic gadgets and items you didn't know you needed (wanted). The layout of the grounds are listed on the website. I like parking by building six. Most of my "wish list" vendors were clustered in or near the building. It is easier to keep track of where we parked too. Allow extra time to carefully drive around the area. Shoppers are focused on moving to their destination and not always paying attention to safely walking. Wear comfortable shoes. You will be walking on hard floors inside the buildings and uneven terrain outside (gravel, grass, dirt). Bring several shopping bags. Not all of the sellers take credit cards. Cash is preferred. Bring small bills. Some businesses will negotiate prices if you are buying several items. Food is everywhere. Many places allow sampling. The home made cheeses are incredible. The popular stations are going to have a line. The lines move quickly. Pretzels are the reason we chose to visit. I enjoyed watching the entire creating process. Bring zip lock bags. Those wax bags get soggy after walking around. Make sure you eat one after it was made to savor the flavor. Try mustard and cheese dip to get the full pretzel experience. There are tables throughout the property. The donuts are magazine worthy. We got a half dozen ($9 ish dollars). You might want to bring hand wipes to use after enjoying a yummy sweet treat. Pay attention to where you parked. There is a good chance you will need to unload bags in your car and start the shopping process over. Hubby had a belt measured and made for him. It was interesting to watch the holes being put in. There were dozens of styles and varied materials. This was a fun (and exhausting) experience. I love Avon purchases in person where I am walking away with products in hand and not waiting for a delivery. Lapp ice cream is a must. There isn't a limit on sampling. There is something for everyone. Since we had lots of activities planned for the weekend, I researched the stores and layout of the area to make the best of my time. The items inside a building or store are more quality than some of the products spread out on tables outside. It is also convenient sitting inside to grab a bite. I hope to return sometime.

As expected, it was a busy Friday at the Lancaster Central Market, one of the best places to…read moresupport small businesses. Since it's been some time since I last shopped here, it was a treat browsing all the vendor stands and seeing what foods are available. As a garden/flower enthusiast, you know I had to check out the flower stands like Perfect Pots and Inspirational Blossoms, both with fresh blooms. For lunch, after a taste test, I opted for Soulcialze, which provided generous portions of mac n cheese, collards, beef brisket, and cornbread. Tables are provided for lunch or snacks, but we had to wait a few minutes because none were available. At Lancaster Central, you can expect a friendly atmosphere in this beautiful historic building, where the local community shops and supports. I usually secure parking via parking apps at the Hager lot or one of the two nearby parking garages.

"For it's always just a short walk To the oldest established…read morepermanent floating Crap game in New York" (Guys and Dolls) Well, we didn't exactly have a short walk to the oldest established permanent Farmer's Market in the United States. That's because on our visit, three of the parking garages bordering the market were full, and by the time we found street parking (you'd better polish up your parallel parking skills) it was close to a 30-minute stroll to this historic landmark. The market goes way back--all the way to 1730--when local farmers rolled into town with whatever they'd harvested and sold it in what was then just an open field in the center of the growing community. Today, it is home to over 65 vendors selling fruits & vegetables, meats, poultry, fish & cheeses, fresh baked bread, pretzels, pierogis, handmade dishes, smoothies, flowers, hot coffee, sweet treats, and even pickles. We had a blast wandering through the crowded aisles and picking up a few odds and ends. If you love jerky and meat sticks (as I do), you will walk out with a ton of goodies (as I did).

Regular grocery store with tourist trap stuff like the old fashioned bulk candy, and other…read moreproducts. The prices aren't great. Again, not sure what the hype is about this spot.

After stuffing ourselves at the Smorgasbord across the parking lot a long walk around this market…read moreis a must! On our second visit we were prepared with coolers for our long trip back to Queens, NYC. We happen to visit at the beginning of corn season and loaded up up with two dozen ears of white & yellow corn and melons. Bakery is our next favorite; pies, donuts, and pastries are very fresh. The prices are great too!

The cutest little market! Great produce and other goodies. Their chicken barbecue lunches in the…read moresummer are a great value and completely delicious. Worth a visit if you're in the area!

In one of my several Lancaster PA food blogs, I asked other foodies where they went for their Amish…read morebarbecue (normally held on Fridays and Saturdays, starting in May and going till Sept.). For those who don't live in Lancaster, PA; it's a "thing" and a good "thing" at that. There was an overwhelming response for Kissel Hill and so, that's where I vowed to be, on a Saturday, arriving at around 11:15. The barbecue masses, showed up at 10am. I figured this must have been the case, because when I arrived, there were no more leg/thigh combos, grilled sliced potatoes - sold out, except for one, which we snagged (the last potato) and grilled carrots - gone. If you plan on going to an Amish barbecue stand, get there EARLY. The consensus (among myself & hubby), potato - under cooked, chicken lacked essential flavors derived from smoke and brining, meat wasn't as tender as was expected, completely out of napkins and forks?? Oh crap! Come on Kissel, I know this isn't your first rodeo. Some Amish bbq stands include whoopie pies, this was not one of them. Sadly, even the roll was not up to par; it was stale. Oh man. No worries, Lancaster County has lots of contenders out there and I aim to try all of them. There is small adjoining market with a ton of apples, onions, potatoes, pie filling, pickles, noodles, baked goods, flowers, dairy items and more.