Beautiful & affordable organic food, the service is amazing as well. You should all visit this…read moreplace as you won't regret it for sure

I love these markets. Fresh seasonal fruits and veg. Punnets of deep red strawberries and bright…read moregreen, well greens, as far as the eyes can see. Mountains of sour dough breads - sweet and savoury. And my favorite honey and sesame snacks. There are a couple of coffee carts and lots of snack foods to feast on. Fantastic place to be on a Saturday morning.

In London, Oxford Street is a terrifying place. It is fit to bursting with hard headed shopping…read moreprofessionals who have been reared on the dog eat dog mentality. It was a joy to find Bondi Junction's Oxford Street is metaphorically (as well as geographically) a million miles from this. On the Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of each week it plays host to a food and farmer's market, with the addition of artisan stalls on the Wednesday and Friday. There is a light-heartedness to these pop-up stalls, with the fruit and veg men playfully vying with the bearded bread stall men for trade, while the cookie stall man enthusiastically tells anyone who'll listen about his new recipes (one cookie recipe even used bacon). It's as much about shooting the breeze with passers-by as selling delicious food. I ate at the Lebanese tent and haven't been able to get the kebbe wrap out of my head since. All the ingredients were just as flavoursome and authentic as all the unpronounceable names on the board which I had to mutter not to look like too much like an uncultured foreigner.

I always seem to stumble upon these markets - even though they happen 3 times a week in Bondi…read moreJunction Mall.... I don't know why i feel it's "special" to catch them.... but it does.... maybe because it's a huge contrast to the massive Westfield shopping mall 3 minutes walk up the road.... or maybe because you can find produce that comes from a "farm" and you meet the "grower" that it seems almost novel or quaint in the 21st century... The markets have a mix of flowers, fruits and veggies, homemade breads, takeaway foods and sometime even pedigree puppies. Everything is housed under large white canapees and it's a fun place to browse of try local treats. You're not going to find any bargains.... but you will enjoy the experience...

Be warned of the location listed on yelp! When going down Lang Rode, turn left on Errol Flynn Blvd…read moreand then turn right on Park Rd S and turn left, following the signs for the Showground. Lots of vendors selling flowers, fruit and lunch, a few selling meats and cheeses. There are also demos which looked educational (but I didn't stop because it was meat), which is better than some demos I have seen. Lots of seating for if you decide to eat there--why wouldn't you?

I was very surprised that the old Fox Studios, now Entertainment Quarter, holds Farmers Markets on…read morea Wednesday and Saturday. They have beautiful fresh produce and gorgeous other things to delight in like barrels of spices, straw baskets and cupcakes galore. Next time I have a dinner party I shall visit here to pick up some unusual items not found in your local super market. Fois Gras for example. There are quiches and bread and cakes for the indulgent. A beautiful selection of flowers greet you at the door and are a lovely final touch for that dinner party. Expect to spend though. I bought a bunch of broccoli, a mango, asparagus, and heirloom tomatoes for $20. Whoa. Its still great though as you can taste the difference and you are helping out the local farmers.... generously.

For me not much beats a sunny Saturday strolling a farmers market with an organic mocha and almond…read morecroissant in hand. This is one of the best farmers markets to do that. London and California have some pretty good ones but this is up there with the finest. I love the way the stall make a horse shoe shape around Civic park - you can meander past all the food and finish up in the grassy centre so that you can munch on all your new delights. Last market I bough a giant size broccoli that must have been cut at the roots because it was about the size of five supermarket broccoli attached together. Because they were attached to the main stem it lasted for a good week and a half and that wasn't because it went off but rather we ate all. Even better - it cost about $4 - bargain. Saying that, whilst much of the seasonal fruit and vegetables are reasonably prices many of the other products aren't so cheap. Organic meats, milk, wood fired breads, fresh pasta, bottled sauces, organic coffee beans, gluten free sweets, fresh muesli, tea tonics, natural skin care ranges, fresh flowers, organic cider and a stall with a banana bread stacked wall are some of the pricier items. Some of my favourite buys have been a cashew nut spread, beetroot hummus and edible zucchini flowers. There is usually a good busker strumming out some tunes too - I like to pop him my gold change from that indulgent mocha I bought! It happens on the third Saturday of every month from 8am - 12pm. Under cover parking is available in the Ridge St. car park behind Civic Park.

The wonderful month-long Crave Sydney Food Festival had little night markets popping up all over…read morethe place, and the sustainable food market at Taylor Square was probably my favourite. This should be here all Summer and I hope the council takes the initiative and instigates it- do it Council, pretty please! Every Thursday in October from 5 til 9pm, the tiny markets has cushions scattered around like a Turkish bazaar, and amazing food stalls- this is about quality not quantity. Street wood fired pizza, a crazy-looking paella, fresh pretzels, Serendipity icecream, vegan sang choy bao, and all while being serenaded by great live music (Elana Stone on closing night). That's what I'm talking about... These markets were so much fun that a man brought his cat there on a lead.

On every Saturday morning (some public holidays excluded) the Sustainable markets is worth checking…read moreout if the words - guilt-free, gluten-free, vegan, community, and sustainability mean a lot to you. I'm a big fan of it now. I especially love the Super Soy stand which sells delicious vegetarian laksa (which is very reasonably priced).

Love the market itself but was furious to see so many dogs tied outside on the pavement as, dogs…read moreare not allowed into this local market. In a city with 30-40% population with pets, it's unbelievable that one cannot do their shopping, browsing with their dog. I can understand when the school is on that dogs are not allowed in the school grounds but on weekends at a public market where you are expecting me to come and support local business I have to leave my dog outside unattended on the street ?? It's ridiculous at best. The school principal has the right to change this, not just benefit from us locals turning up to support this. As a matter of principle I would never go here again. I encourage other dog owners to do the same and send a message :-)

Inner Westies love their organic fare and fortunately for them Organic Food Markets Orange Grove…read moreare more than able to not only deliver but sate the appetite. Along with the usual range of organic and conventional foods, there are gourmet goodies from areas such as France, Argentina and the like. An excellent venue also to meet the Producers who supply many of Sydney's leading eateries. For most shoppers their Saturday ritual starts with a coffee from either Mayan or Cappucinno Afloat accompanied by either one of Bowen's famed and queued patiently for Egg & Bacon Roll OR a French pastry. Hidden treasures are to be found at every turn such as Kimono (stunning!), Indigo Bazaar specialising in Fair Trade gorgeousness, free range beef and eggs, streetfood from around the world (Empanada, Gozleme, Dim Sum, Corn Bread pockets stuffed with South American yum) and the Vegans amongst us being amply catered to also!

The best Farmer's Markets!!! In beautiful parklands, huge award winning kids playground on one…read moreside, and the Lake Macquarie waterfront on the other. Relaxed, family friendly. Oh, and great stalls.

Always a lovely break from the usual shops. Enjoy lunch by the lake (especially the gozleme from…read morethe friendly gentleman) and can easily take the kids. It's also pet-friendly. The coffee places we tried weren't great - wish they had decent cold coffee options. Sometimes produce can be a bit too pricey so we just buy specific products like soaps, jams, oils. Fresh produce are great though when you can get good prices. Love helping our local farmers and small business owners when we can.

First held in 1999 the Pyrmont Growers Markets have grown to be one of the largest and best organic…read moreand local producer markets held in Sydney. With a huge variety on offer, with over 85 stalls selling everything from meats and cheeses to fruits and flowers. It's truly a feel good experience buying food from the actual people who make and produce it, the food really tastes better this way too. Held in the perfect location by the park and harbourside boardwalk, with the grass area buzzing with contented people lounging about sampling the goods. Goods on offer include, fresh fruit, seasonal vegetables, Artisan breads, meats, lamb, beef, pork, seafood, chocolate, cakes, pastries, pastas, smoked sausages, real hotdogs, colourful flowers, baked goods, cooked breakfasts, coffee, preserves, olive oil, and so much more, if it can be grown chances are you'll find it here.

This is just for your occasional shoppers: the families who think it's 'fun' to spend 10 minutes…read morepicking out potatoes, the older couple who wait in line for artisanal butter. As someone who regularly shops at growers markets, I don't have the patience to hang around this one too long. That being said I do like the cooking demonstrations that happen twice during the course of the morning and there are some stalls here that are standouts. The top of my list is Eat Me Chutneys; they sell chutney made from rescued food that taste amazing and takes a swipe at fighting food injustice. Next, someone at this market is always selling warrigal greens. I love them so much. Lastly, this market has really well priced meat. Remember, only the first saturday of the month. I wouldn't go any more regularly anyway.