Hollywood Farmers’ Market: A Place for All

 The epicenter of the Hollywood Farmers’ Market is at the intersection of Ivar and Selma Avenues. This is a hustling and bustling place on Sundays because it’s in the heart of Hollywood, Calif. The market hours are from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. whether the weather is rain or shine. The Hollywood Farmers’ Market is a place for all.

Louise Conrad, a customer and routine vendor, stresses the importance of this particular market. “If the market were no more, many of us here would be in a bad way.” she exclaims. “And the great service it provides for so many different people. The Farmers’ Market provides so much for so many. People from all walks of life come to my market because it’s a great place to be. Some even come here to meet and have fun. Some bring bongo drums and play. I even saw the guy from the Foo Fighters. We always have celebrities come here. They like it.”

Conrad explains that much of the food sold at the market is organic, meaning that the farmers follow strict guidelines to grow the food items being sold. For meat to be considered organic, it must come from an animal that: 1-has been raised in conditions that give it time to act as it does in nature. 2- has been fed 100 percent organic feed and forage. and 3- has not been given any antibiotics or hormones.

While seeking one’s way through the hoard of people at the market, all of a sudden, “This place rocks!” is yelled in the crowd. Laughter ensues and it’s obvious that the majority of the consumers feel the same sentiment.

The Hollywood Farmers’ Market is a beneficial entity for the environment, the economy, the farmers themselves as well as the customers. Even the animals are treated better. Not only are there grocery items sold at the market though. Plants, handmade art and crafts, prepared dishes such as burgers, tacos, Korean BBQ, etc. are also available. Hours can be spent at this farmers’ market without even experiencing everything. There are many items that may be purchased at the market, which can’t be found in any store.

For more information about the Hollywood Farmers’ Market, please visit here.