Bethesda Farmers Market

This is my kind of farmer’s market because it has lots of farm fresh produce as well as other things liked baked goods, household items, and a decent amount of food to eat for breakfast or lunch like Sexy Veggie, the nomad truck, crepes (line is super long), indian food (woot!), sausages, and more. Love that they also have meat and cheese fresh from the farm. Definitely stop by. I’m certain you’ll find something you’ll like!

The market is huge and nice, with tons of variety and yummy hot food for sale along with the produce. However, what is with the lady who sells slices of pound cake for $ 8.50? Even by Bethesda standards, that’s out of control. Assuming that there are eight slices in each cake, that’s valuing a whole cake at nearly $ 70. Even a famous glutton such as myself balks at those prices, and I don’t balk at much.

While we have enjoyed Les Caprices’ delicious paella, waffles and other delicacies at the local Farmers Market for a long time, over the past few years, we have utilized their catering business (for both personal and business occasions) and been extremely pleased with the quality, presentation, value and service offered by Joelle and her staff! The company has a wide variety of menu options and price points, providing a great match for everything from a fully catered (including bartenders and onsite chef preparation) 50^th birthday celebration, to a (pre-​made, served) business/​political fundraiser to a (pre-​made/​delivery only) farewell brunch for a colleague. Joelle always exceeds that outlined in the contract, ensuring ample food for unexpected guests; in addition, her affable nature and commitment to service translates into a very positive relationship that is sure to enhance any event. It is without hesitation that I recommend Les Caprice de Joelle to anyone seeking a wonderful caterer.

I went to the Bethesda’s Farmers Market on Sunday at the Elm Street location. You can get produce, meats, breads, and other food related things here. Although, I would say that a lot of the things here are pricey and there wasn’t much of a selection. I tried the chicken, shrimp, and vegetables paella from the vendor called Les Caprices de Joelle. I found it to be tasty with its fresh ingredients, the green beans were crunchy and the shrimp had no sea taste to it. I think the next time I go I will try the felafel.

I went on a Saturday, and from what I hear, it’s better to go on Sundays. When I went, there were only 5 or 6 vendors, but the ones there were pretty good. I got some great tomatoes and some beautiful golden yellow squash. This farmer’s market does the job, but it’s nowhere near as good as the one in Dupont.

Went to the Sun Bethesda Farmers Market on Elm Street — a lot of fun. About 30 stands, ranging from farm producs to various maple syrup to bread to hummas. A bit pricy, but found some things that are difficult to find in stores — white eggplant, purple peppers, etc. It is open from 9 — 1 Sun mornings — I recommend giving it a try.

Ok farmers market, but had a limited selection and didn’t have the crowds that make a farmers market fun. Perhaps it was not a great weekend for the market (early june), but there was not a super wide selection of fruits or veggies. Only one or two stands selling meats, and one or two featuring cheeses. Found some pretty good BBQ and the end of the street that made for a good lunch.

Maybe as the season progresses, this farmers market will expand. I think the selection is probably better at the Women’s Cooperative Market on Wisconsin. There were only four booths today, but I got what I was looking for: fresh picked rhubarb. I bought two bunches (about 7 stalks each) for $ 2 each. I’ve never baked with rhubarb, but after having a piece of pie from Old Ebbitt Grill, I knew I had to try it for myself.
This farmers market runs May through October on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 10 – 2:30. There is live music on Tuesdays. Check out their website for more details.