I've been going on "tour" visiting the different farmers markets in Cortland County. This entry focuses on the Virgil Market which is located in the "heart" of Virgil in front of the Vigil School at the "Four Corners" (Rts 215 and 392 intersection). Chris Applegate has done a wonderful job coordinating the market and is also a vendor. I was quite impressed with the variety of offerings at this market. On the day we visited, they had flowers, homemade soaps and cleaning products, crafts, fresh rustic bread, lettuce, chard, spinach, arugula, kale, beets, carrots, rhubarb, potted herbs, strawberries, peas, new potatoes and onions (yes grown this year!), baked goods, and eggs. They had a nice area with tables and chairs and offered coffee so folks can sit down and chat with their neighbors. It was a wonderful friendly atmosphere. We purchased some soap to give as gifts (in cute shapes) and some of the best rustic bread we've ever had (vermont cheddar, 7-grain, and italian), and some new potatoes. Everything looked wonderful. If you live in the Virgil/Dryden area, I encourage you to check out this Saturday morning market. If you are on Facebook - check out the
Virgil Farmers Market page
