By Jan Engoren and Yours Truly
Here is Part 2 in a series of Miami farmers markets all around town If you missed Part 1, click here.
Urban Oasis Project
“Making Fresh Local Food Accessible & Available to All.”
In line with this philosophy, they run Farmers’ Markets Miami, aggregate produce from numerous small and large farms, manage and curate farmers’ markets with an emphasis on locally producers and artisans, double the value of SNAP dollars at markets, plant gardens on a sliding scale basis, and give food support through their Almost Free Food Box Program.
You can regularly find them Sundays at Vizcaya Village, 3250 S. Miami Ave., from 9:30a.m. to 3:30p.m. and Saturdays at Legion Park, 6601 Biscayne Blvd., from 9:00 to 2:00p.m.
Join them for their Monthly Vizcaya Night Market featuring arts, clothes, jewelry, etc., as well as fresh produce and hot food. Thursdays, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. ( Apr. 10 & May 8th).
Order online. The store is open Wednesday 9 a.m. to Thursday 11 p.m. for weekend pickups and Saturday deliveries.
Locations: Deliveries only in Miami-Dade on Saturdays for a $10 fee, SNAP deliveries free. Saturday deliveries are from 11 – 3 p.m.
Visit http://www.urbanoasisproject.org/
Redland Fresh Farm (formerly, Redland Community Farm & Market)
(Note from Karen: This is one of my favorite Miami Farmers’ Markets considering the quality and prices of the produce and things to do and see. I go and make it an afternoon ) Family owned and operated, the Redland Market Village, Inc. has been family owned and operated since 1987. With an indoor farmers’ market, plant nursery, fish market and an outdoor flea market, the venue spans 27 acres and offers numerous eateries as well as live entertainment. The organic farm is dedicated to growing fresh local healthy produce. The warm climate and rich soil create the perfect growing conditions for their crops, such as tomatoes, lettuce and a wide variety of fruits and vegetables.
The Farm is known for their fresh produce. They sell a laundry list of fresh fruit and vegetables including several varieties of squash and tomatoes, onions, peppers, carrots, green beans, starfruit, mango, banana and much more. Shop online and pick up at the farm.
Visit redlandfreshfarm.com or follow them on Facebook at redlandfreshfarm.
Redland Fresh Farm is located at 15201 SW 216th St., Miami, Florida. Tel: (786) 234-8022.
Michael Borek Farms
Michael Borek Farms is a third-generation farm that grows heirloom tomatoes, produce, fresh herbs, and greens from November to May. Order online for pre-packaged mixed produce boxes in small, medium or large. They also have a large variety of heirloom and vine ripened tomatoes in all colors and sizes, as well as 23 herbs and lettuces and 26 varieties of vegetables. Their service is curbside pick-up only. Open Saturdays 10 – 4:00 p.m.
NOTE: The Market will be open BUT they have not activated the online store. When production levels increase they will open the store.
Michael Borek Farms is located at 19101 SW 147 Avenue, Miami, FL 33187. Tel: (305) 216-5044.
Follow them on Instagram: Michaelborekfarms or at https://nanasgreenecsa.com.
The Berry Farm
Bringing a piece of country to Miami – The Berry Farm, is a third-generation, family-owned and operated farm in The Redlands.
With more than juicy strawberries, The Berry Farm also has plenty of other local fruits and vegetables. Besides farm-fresh produce, they offer a U-pick experience where you can select seasonal fruits and vegetables, artisanal goods and seasonal specialties. Think eggplant, tomatoes, beans, lettuces, peppers, corn, potatoes and onions. They offer veggie boxes with a mixed assortment both individually and by subscription as well as delivery. They also offer a menu – brought to you by your neighborhood farmer – with burgers, fries and a drink ($15) and sandwiches, such as a chicken Caesar wrap ($15) milkshakes in a Mason jar ($12) and ice cream novelties, such as a Brownie Sundae ($7.50) or Belgian waffle with ice cream ($8). Operating for more than 60 years, it is an institution in Miami’s farming community. Open daily 9-5:30pm.
The Berry Farm is located at 12741 SW 216 St., Miami, FL. Tel: (786) 701-8100. Currently, they are not offering on-line ordering or delivery options.
https://www.floridastrawberryfarm.com/
Tiny Farm
Located in Southwest Miami-Dade, Tiny Farm offers a wide range of herbs, fruits and vegetables, produced using natural methods for the Miami area with a focus on freshness and flavor.
Currently in their seventh season, and despite the “Tiny Farm” name, they supply large volumes of quality produce to some of Miami’s top restaurants.
A no-till farm, they use natural practices and no chemicals to grow produce and flowers using regenerative practices.
Their philosophy is to work with nature, using the natural process of soil biology to build rich, living soil that results in nutrient dense plants. Additionally, most of their farming is done by hand and without the use of tractors or large machinery which contributes to a more sustainable way of farming.
You can find them at Legion Park Farmers’ Market on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. or sell-out.
Visit: https://www.tinyfarmmiami.com or call: Tel: (786) 399-2734. CSA members can request delivery for $12, and if not a member, you can order on-line and pick up at at the Legion Park Farmers’ Market, The Plantisserie in Little River, or at Mamey Miami in Coral Gables.
Imagine Farms
Urban farming “Re-Imagined” to deliver a variety of nutritious and delicious food throughout South Florida, Imagine Farms is an Indoor, vertical, hydroponic farm and consumes 95% less water than other agricultural methods.
The farm, founded by Miami sisters, Cheryl Arnold and Lisa Merkle, produces large quantities of food in an urban city center on a compact footprint, growing a range of fresh fruits and vegetables including carrots, salad greens and strawberries. They pride themselves on growing food that is clean and ready-to-eat, using no pesticides or preservatives, only water, light and minerals.
With their state-of-the-art techniques, the hydroponic farm grows and harvests farm fresh leafy greens – such as Happiness Blend, Butterhead Babes, and Boia De Dressings.
Their produce can be found at markets around Miami and at Legion Park Farmers’ Market on Saturday from 9 – 2pm or order their products online on their website and e-mail them at info@imaginefarms.com for more information.
Legion Park Farmers’ Market is located at 6601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33138. Tel: 844.204.0002. Visit https://www.imaginefarms.com/
Little River Cooperative
This multi-farm CSA, plant nursery and garden installation company, the Little River Cooperative, manages an urban farm and an edible plant nursery in North Miami.
Their female led team of farmers, growers and educators, (they call themselves “Plant Nerds”) focuses on sharing their love of plants with the community. They teach people how to grow and garden in the South Florida tropical climate.
Their plant nursery grows and sources high quality vegetable, tropical fruit, culinary herb and spice plants for Miami residents for more than 10 years.
They will ship their tropical plants throughout the U.S., but check with them first to make sure it is within their shipping season. Next season begins in April.
Visit them every Saturday and Sunday from 10 – 5pm.
From November – April they also set up shop at the Legion Park Farmers’ Market, 6601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33138 on the first Saturday of the month from 9 – 2:00 p.m.
Little River Coop Nursery is located in the Castellow Hammock preserve at: 22305 SW 157th Avenue, Redland, FL 33170. Tel: (305) 707-8874. Visit littlerivercooperative.com.
Mr. Fresh Farmers’ Market: Where Every Day Is Market Day
Mondays-Saturdays 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sundays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Enjoy a farmers’ market every day at family-owned Mr. Fresh Farmers’ Market in North Miami Beach. Featuring a large variety of locally grown and organic produce, the market also features a range of superfoods as well as a juice bar, featuring green juices and tropical fruit juices made with Miami-grown guava, soursop and passion fruit. Check out the healthy options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, from fruit-packed acai bowls to generous salads and hot meals.
Mr. Fresh Farmers’ Market is located in Keystone Plaza at 13601 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami Beach, FL 33181. Tel: (305) 705-3450. Delivery only by Uber Eats or Door Dash.
