Let’s be honest for a second. Southerners are typically foodies. Sure, people in the South love college football, cars, and sweet tea, but nothing beats a plate of delicious food. Not just any food will work, either. It’s all about the freshest food – and in order to get fresh food, you need fresh ingredients. You can get that every Saturday at The Market at Pepper Place. You’ll find fresh produce and so much more at this market. Get some insider tips so you will have the best experience during your visit!
1. Get There Early
If you are new to The Market at Pepper Place, there is one important thing you need to know: get there early. This place gets extremely crowded. So, unless you like that kind of thing, you can beat the crowds by walking in when it opens at 7 AM. Otherwise, you will likely be elbow to elbow with other foodies. When you get there early, you will also have first pick of the freshest produce around. That will make it easier for you to get exactly what you’re looking for!
2. Go Hungry
This isn’t just the place to go to pick up some produce, cheese, meat, and other items to go into your fridge. You will also find an assortment of food trucks in and around the market, as well as tables from food vendors inside of the market. For instance, Homewood Gourmet is one of the tables you can visit. You’ll get boudin sausage on bread from this vendor. Be sure to sample the food from the vendors so that you can find a new favorite.
3. Don’t Forget the Makers Village
Upon your first visit, you may not have realized there is also a Makers Village in a parking lot on 28th Street. (Luckily, you’ve got this list of tips to inform you!) Maker’s Village is also part of the farmer’s market and has close to 25 extra tents to browse. This is where you will find items from local artisans. The village also has locally-made drinks and food plus live music. Be sure to walk over and get the most out of your visit!
4. Bring Fido
If you are a pet parent, you are probably constantly looking for places to bring your furry friend. If he is a calm little fella, you can bring him with you to the farmer’s market. Put him on a leash and let him walk around the market with you! This pet-friendly place typically has a lot of dogs visiting with their owners, so your pet won’t be alone.
5. Drive a Limbaugh Toyota Vehicle
The Market at Pepper Place is one of the best places to go in Birmingham, but it isn’t the only place worth visiting. Limbaugh Toyota in Birmingham, Alabama is also a popular choice. Stop by for the best in vehicles. Then, you can put the best produce and other products in a top-notch car with ample space once you leave!
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