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Gardens & Nurseries
Community Garden: Pompano BeachWebsiteThe Fruitful Field Community Garden 954-559-6787 |
Community Garden: Pompano BeachWebsiteThe Need to Feed Pompano Beach Garden 954-391-9266, theneedtofeedinc.org |
Community Garden: South BeachWebsite305-673-7000, ext. 6311 |
Edible Landscaping and Fruit Tree NurseryWebsiteTREES AND PLANT STARTS |
Farms, Orchards & Mills
Cool Runnings Organic FarmWebsiteCool Runnings Organic Farm at a GlanceFarmer: Garfield Jarrett |
D's Fruit Trees LLCWebsiteTREES |
DanDee Mango Farm, MiamiWebsiteFRUITS AND TREES |
Dragon fruitFind dragon fruit: The season runs June-November. They’re carried in farmers markets, roadside stands and some supermarkets. |
Ecogrove, DavieWebsiteFRUITS ONLY |
Empower FarmsWebsiteEmpower Farms at a GlanceFarmer: Nicolas Miller This 10-acre property near Robert Is Here in the Redland has it all: lush raised beds of produce, a fruit forest of papayas, bananas and other tropical fruits, stands of native pines, sea grape and Fakahatchee grass, chickens and a couple of goats. The harvest of all this bounty goes into a year-round CSA program, along with wholesale and retail sales during the growing season. In addition to field trips with groups, Empower Farms offers family days for one adult with special needs and one family member. Programs are free, but participants must provide transportation. Programs are designed for 18+ participants with intellectual, emotional and/or physical impairments. |
Farmer FredWebsiteFarmer Fred at a GlanceFarmers: Gaelle and Alfredo Corrales Farmers Fred and Gaelle are the real deal, growing crops, tending livestock and chickens and making other products from what they grow sustainably on their Redland farm. What they sell: Fresh fruit, vegetables, and herbs from the farm. Bread, soaps made with their milk, kombucha, honey and beeswax. Jams made from the farm's fruit. Fresh goat milk, goat cheese available as pet food. Meat chickens, sold live at the farm by appointment. What they believe in: “Our vision is to run a sustainable farm that can feed our family and provide fresh healthy food to the community. In meeting our goals toward sustainability, we have moved away from the use of commercial fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. We are also setting up relationships with companies to reduce food waste that can be consumed by our animals rather than going to the trash. Our model is not fixed but changing as we try to serve the needs of the community as well as reduce out ecological impact on the environment. |
French FarmsWebsite |
Fruit Hunters, RedlandWebsiteFRUITS ONLY |
Fruits N CahootsWebsiteFarmers: Andre d'Anjou and Bianca |
Fruits N CahootsWebsiteFRUITS ONLY
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Going BananasGoing Bananas at a GlanceFarmers: Don and Katie Chafin |
Grimal GroveWebsiteFRUITS AND TREES |
Grow2HealGrow2Heal at a GlanceFarmer: Thi Squire Grow2Heal grows produce for hospital patients and staff and serves as a hands-on educational farm, too. Students and their teachers visit the farm regularly to learn where their food comes from. The farm hosts regular field trips that include a tour of the garden, hands-on weeding and harvesting, tasting and cooking classes. “We show them how to make lunch from scratch and try new foods,” says community garden project manager Thi Squire. There are also Grow2Heal gardens at Doctors Hospital, West Kendall and South Miami. For field trips, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities at the Grow2Heal community garden at Homestead Hospital, email HHGrow2Heal@baptisthealth.net. |
GuacalinaWebsiteTREES AND FRUIT
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Farmers Markets
CORAL GABLES: Coral Gables Farmers MarketHours and season: Saturdays 8am-2pm, mid-Jan. through March |
CORAL GABLES: UHealth Lennar Medical MarketplaceWebsiteHours and season: Fridays 11am-3pm year-round |
CORAL GABLES: University of Miami Farmers MarketWebsiteAt a glance: One of the best-kept secrets in town, this market – located between the student center and the library – serves UM students (and anyone else) with local produce, juices and lots of prepared foods. For non-students, there's metered parking nearby, or use the Pavia Garage. Hours and season: Wednesdays 9am-3pm, during the school year |
CORAL GABLES: Village of Merrick ParkWebsiteDate and time: Sundays 11am-6pm |
CORAL SPRINGS: Coral Springs Farmers MarketWebsiteAt a glance: Find produce from local farmers, artisan fare including Crackerman organic breads and crackers, Lip SMAKin Good honey, cheese, pickles, eggs and baked goods. Located at the downtown Art Walk. Hours and season: 2nd and 4th Sundays, 9:30am-2pm. Oct. 13 & 27; Nov. 10 & 24; Dec. 8 & 22; Jan. 5 & 19; Feb. 2 & 16; Mar. 8 & 22; April 5 |
DANIA BEACH: Dania Beach PATCH MarketWebsiteThis market has been closed because of COVID-19. You can order online; check website. At a glance: Both an urban community garden and a produce market, PATCH is a true neighborhood success story. Non-GMO certified organic and heirloom seeds are used in their grow bags and they've applied for organic certification. The nursery grows and sells plants and herbs, including tomatoes, basil, aloe, cilantro, flowering and medicinal plants. You can also find organic hand scrub, Florida honey, house-made soup kits, popcorn, healthy snacks, smoothies and artists. Produce also sold Mon-Fri 8am-10am. Look for the signs from Dania Beach Boulevard. Park in front. EBT/SNAP Hours and season: Saturdays 9am-1pm, year-round; produce |
DAVIE: Farmers Market at Nova Southeastern University – Alvin Sherman LibraryWebsiteHours and season: First Wednesdays of the month noon–5pm, during school year |
DEERFIELD BEACH: The Fruitful FieldWebsiteHours and season: Third Saturdays from Nov.-April, 9am-noon |
DOWNTOWN MIAMI: Arsht Center Farmers MarketWebsiteHours and season: Mondays 4pm-6pm, year-round |
DOWNTOWN MIAMI: Bayside MarketplaceWebsiteDays and time: Saturdays and Sundays 11am-6pm |
DOWNTOWN MIAMI: Civic Center MarketWebsiteAt a glance: One of two markets at Metrorail, this market offers fresh produce and prepared foods for commuters. Hours and season: Tuesdays 9am-5pm, year-round |
DOWNTOWN MIAMI: Design DistrictWebsiteAt a glance: The Market #atMDD is surrounded by great public art – a tropical mural, 2x4:Jungle, and a massive 3-D printed object called "Flotsam and Jetsam." Jungle Plaza is home to fresh produce, lots of prepared food vendors, plus live music, making it a great gathering place. Hours and season: Wednesdays 4pm-9pm, year-round |
DOWNTOWN MIAMI: Government Center Farmers MarketWebsiteAt a glance: One of two markets at Metrorail, this market offers fresh produce and prepared foods for commuters. Hours and season: Thursdays 9am-5pm, year-round |
DOWNTOWN MIAMI: Government Center Fresh MarketWebsiteHours and season: Year-round Fridays 9am-3pm rain or shine |
FORT LAUDERDALE: Broward General HospitalWebsiteAT A GLANCE: Produce, artisan foods, local honey, pastries, pet treats, especially handy for workers at Broward General in Fort Lauderdale. |
FORT LAUDERDALE: Broward Health Imperial Point Farmers MarketWebsiteHours and season: Thursdays 10am-3pm |
FORT LAUDERDALE: Broward Health Medical Center Farmers MarketWebsiteAt a glance: One of the several farmers markets that take place at area hospitals, this market serves patients, families and staff – and the visiting public. Look for fresh produce, artisan fare and prepared foods. Hours and season: Every other Tuesday, 9am-3pm, year-round |
FORT LAUDERDALE: Las Olas Oceanside MarketWebsiteDate and time: Saturdays from 9am-4pm |
FORT LAUDERDALE: Las Olas Outdoor Green MarketplaceWebsiteHours and season: Sundays 9am-2pm, year-round |
FORT LAUDERDALE: Lauderdale By-The-Sea Farmers MarketWebsiteHours and season: Sundays 9am-2pm during season. Reopens the first week of December. |
FORT LAUDERDALE: River MarketWebsiteHours and season: First and third Wednesdays 4pm-9pm rain or shine |
FORT LAUDERDALE: Sunny Side Up MarketWebsiteDate and time: Main market the second Sunday of the month noon-4pm |
FORT LAUDERDALE: Whole Foods Market Fort LauderdaleWebsiteAt a glance: The entire south parking lot of the Whole Foods Market in Fort Lauderdale is turned into a market every Tuesday evening. Local vendors include Broward's Treehugger Farms and Dr. Pickle, plus artisan and prepared food vendors. Hours and season: Tuesdays 4pm-9pm, year-round |
Restaurants
Costa MedWebsiteInternational Bistro Cuisine, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options. International Bistro Cuisine • $$$ • 305.361.7575 |
Doggi's Arepa BarWebsiteLatin, Venezuelan Cuisine • $$ • 786.485.4355 |
Doma, WynwoodWebsiteSouthern Italian cuisine from Luca Lomonaco, who has worked at Toscana Divino, Il Gabbiano and Forte dei Marmi, and partners, in a modern, light space. Seafood, pasta and salads use locally sourced produce from Harpke Farms.
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Domino's PizzaWebsitePizza, Italian • $ • 305.361.0000 |
Donut Gallery DinerWebsiteDiner, American • $ • 305.361.9985 |
Dune Burgers on the BeachWebsiteAmerican, Bar and Vegetarian Friendly • $$$ • 305-365-4500 |
ElCielo MiamiWebsite |
Fairways on the KeyWebsiteAmerican, Continental cuisine • $$ • 305.361.6010 |
Farinelli 1937Website |
Fiola Ristorante & Bar, Coral GablesWebsiteThis elegant newcomer is the South Florida outpost of the Washington, D.C., fine-dining flagship from chef Fabio Trabocchi, born in the Marche region, and his Spanish wife and business partner, Maria Font Trabocchi. Italian ingredients get luxurious treatment, as in a porcini mushroom soup with sheep’s milk ricotta pansotti and Parmigiano foam and a prosciutto-wrapped veal chop with Alba hazelnuts. |
Glass & VineWebsite |
GrownWebsiteFresh, nutrient-dense, farm-to-fork cuisine using organic, local and sustainable ingredients without GMOs, preservatives, hormones or processed sugar. In addition to their original location in Kendall, Grown is at Hard Rock Stadium and the Watsco Center at UM. |
Food Distributors
Courtney’s CookiesWebsiteCourtney Leon's line of vegan, gluten-free cookies includes two CBD-infused offerings: Nighty Night ($9 each), with 50 mg of CBD and melatonin; and Chill Out ($5 each), with 25mg of CBD, for reducing inflammation and promoting relaxation. Find them at the Coconut Grove Farmers Market (every Saturday); Coral Gables Farmers Market (Saturday Jan.-Mar.) and the University of Miami Farmers Market (Wednesdays during school year). |
Ranches & Livestock
Creekstone FarmsWebsite |
Florida Fresh Meat CompanyWebsite |
Farm Markets & Stands, Farms, Orchards & Mills
Criswell Farm and MarketWebsiteCriswell Farm and Market at a GlanceFarmers: Kevin Quigley and Judy Ozer There’s precious little farmland left even in the western reaches of Broward County, so it’s especially surprising to come across this not-quite-an-acre urban farm in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale, footsteps from Broward Boulevard and within earshot of the Brightline/Virgin Trains station. Criswell Farm & Market was started by Kevin Quigley, a Wall Street IT guy who fled Manhattan and learned to farm. Their employees include Judy Ozer. Volunteers help plant, weed and harvest. The farm is lush and well-tended – even in late spring, there were tomatoes still on the vines. Plans are underway to fix up a food truck onsite to serve as a kitchen for smoothies and other farm-to-table fare. Their philosophy Kevin: I was told I could make a ton of money! What I found was passion and community – money’s not important. I’m happy! I’ve never enjoyed my work more. Judy: When we grow, we get so excited. It’s so much fun, like having kids – it gives you a happy feeling. What they grow Produce and tropical fruits, grown organically in grow bags, including herbs, kale, mulberries, cranberry hibiscus, tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, Asian greens, tropical spinach. Fruit trees include mango and bananas. Their market also sells produce from other South Florida farms, and they carry raw honey, preserves, eggs, baked goods, soaps and dog biscuits, all made locally. Big plus: Some of the produce is harvested on the spot for customers so it’s perfectly fresh and unwilted. What’s next? Holding classes in growing produce, plus hosting special events, like dinners or parties. More info Criswell Farm & Market is located at 24 NW 6 Ave., northwest of the Habitat ReStore building. Open year-round Thur.-Sun. 9-4pm. |
Dania Beach PATCHWebsiteDania Beach PATCH at a GlanceFarmers: Established by the Dania Beach CRA, PATCH stands for Dania Beach People’s Access to Community Horticulture, a community gardens program |
Glaser Organic FarmsWebsiteGlaser's Organic Farms at a GlanceFarmers: Stan Glaser started the farm in 1980
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Breakfast & Bruncheries
Croqueta Sandwich with Egg at Al's Coffee Shop |
Egg & Avocado Sandwich + Marcado at Cafe CurubaWebsite |
Egg Souffle at Sucre CafeWebsite |
Art & Entertainment, Event Venue
CroquetapaloozaWebsite |
Ice Cream Shops
Dasher & CrankWebsite |
Flamingo CrossingWebsite |
Frice CreamWebsite |
Food Carts, Stands & Trucks
Dee ConchmanWebsiteDee Conchman — Derrick Prater – sells conch fritters, conch salad, fried conch, shrimp, wings and more in various spots throughout greater Miami. He’s also doing orders for pickup or delivery. Call 786-447-3586. |
Cafes & Bistros
Delirio Fresh Co.WebsiteSalads, Bowls, Juice Bar, Smoothies • 305.409.3276 |
Dos CroquetasWebsite |
El ExquisitoWebsite |
Ella’s Oyster BarWebsite |
Enriqueta’s Sandwich ShopWebsite |
GreenStreet CafeWebsite |
Commercial Kitchens & Kitchen Incubators
Doctor Pickle Commercial Kitchen |
Greenthumb KitchenContact Art Friedrich at greenthumbpopcorn@gmail.com. Hourly plans for low use are available, as well as monthly leases including storage space. |
Retail - Food
Doris Italian Market and BakeryWebsiteSince 1947, this market and bakery has catered to Italian-Americans, showcasing favorites like cannoli, sfogliatelle, baked ziti and eggplant parm. They also carry Italian imports, cheese, pasta and salami and cured meats.
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Drigo the Culinary AlchemistWebsiteDrigo Richardson turns up at farmers markets, Slow Food Miami events, and other places. Joined by his family, he creates inventive, savory plant-based dishes using local produce. We turned to Drigo for our banana story in fall 2018 because he said he could cook using every part of the banana plant – and his creations were memorable. He's also a private chef who specializes in healthy eating. |
Gaucho RanchWebsite |
Bookstores & Gift Shops
Eating Well to WinRecipes We Can't Wait to Try: Shrimp and Noodle Bowl in Red Curry Broth, Curry Sweet Potato Leek Soup. |
GROCERY The Buying and Selling of Food in America |
Bakeries & Patisseries, Breakfast & Bruncheries
Egg, Cheese and Sujuk Bread at Noor BakeryWebsite |
CSAs & Farm Boxes
Empower Farms CSAWebsiteCSA InfoFarm location: Florida City SNAP/EBT: No |
Farmers Markets to GoWebsiteProducts: Order by the box gourmet mushrooms, turmeric, sunflower sprouts, pea sprouts, sprout and microgreens, salads, beefsteak tomatoes, raw honey, duck and chicken eggs, fresh cheeses, grass-fed beef, lamb and seafood, plus local baked goods, beverages, pet treats, sauces and other artisan items.
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Garden of Abundance CSAWebsiteCSA InfoFarm location: Davie
Dropoff points: Pick up at the farm Saturdays noon-4 SNAP/EBT: No CSA season: Nov.-April When to sign up: Through Aug. 31 Sign up here: Garden of Abundance Contact information: Garden of Abundance |
Grow Next DoorWebsiteCSA InfoFarm locations: Homestead and Loxahatchee |
Chocolatiers & Confectioneries
Exquisito Fine ChocolatesWebsite |
Farm Markets & Stands
Family Farms DavieWebsiteOPEN: Year-round |
CSAs & Farm Boxes, Farms, Orchards & Mills
Farm Fresh MiamiWebsiteCSA InfoNeighborhood/County/City: Miami |
French Farms Salad ShareWebsiteCSA InfoFarm location: Redland |
Fashion & Beauty
Farmer FredWebsite |
Bakeries & Patisseries
Fireman Derek's Bake ShopWebsite |
Fish Markets, Fisheries & CSFs
Florida ShrimpPink shrimp are sweet and tender, typically caught in South Florida and Gulf waters. The season is March through May, and October through December. White shrimp (Oct.-Dec.), mild and tender, are primarily caught on the Atlantic coast. Brown shrimp (June-Aug.) are found in deeper waters. Rock shrimp (Aug.-Oct.) have hard shells and sweet flesh that tastes somewhat like lobster. |
Fresh Florida FisheriesWebsite |
Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish MarketWebsite |
GrouperMembers of the seabass family, grouper is a popular menu item, available year-round with peak months from April-Oct. High in protein and low in fat, grouper flesh is firm and white with a large flake. Black grouper has firm, sweet flesh that tastes of lobster and shrimp because of its shellfish diet. |
Art & Entertainment
Futurama BuildingWebsite |
Gay8 FestivalWebsite |
Ranches & Livestock, Retail - Food
Gaucho Ranch BeefWebsite |
Farms, Orchards & Mills, Gardens & Nurseries
Going Bananas, RedlandWebsiteTREES ONLY |