September 25th, 2019

Eat Fresh and Shop Local in the Wellington Area

Did you know that locally sourced produce not only tastes delicious, but is better for you and the environment? When you use produce that’s grown close to home, there’s less time from the moment it’s picked to when it’s on your plate – giving you fresher, tastier, more nutritious food that leaves a smaller carbon footprint on the planet. With benefits like that, it only makes sense to shop local! Thankfully, the area surrounding Arden offers plenty of options to get locally sourced goods, so you’re sure to find a favorite to visit regularly.

1. Arden
    
   You can’t get more local than produce that’s grown practically in your backyard! Arden’s five-acre working farm is managed by our Farm Directors, and provides residents with regular shares of produce that varies with the season. Plus, the on-site General Store offers surplus produce from the farm, locally sourced produce, honey and snacks.

   Open year-round to Arden residents
   660 Arden Lake Way, Wellington, FL 33470

2. Caribbean Plants and Produce
    
   This location might look more like a plant nursery, but looks can be deceiving! This produce stand often has hard-to-find produce like jackfruit, sugar apples, longan fruit and annonas. Plus, while you’re here you might find a new air-purifying houseplant to take home, or an exotic fruit tree.

   Open year-round
   13527 Okeechobee Blvd., Loxahatchee, FL 33470

3. Royal Palm Beach Green Market and Bazaar
    
   Stock up on fresh produce, live plants, baked goods, honey and unique merchandise at this popular market. Open seasonally from October through April and located just a short drive from Arden, this one is a must-do.

   Open Saturdays, mid-October through April
   1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

4. Rorabeck’s Plants & Produce
    
   Serving Palm Beach County for over 30 years, this quaint nursery and market has a lot to offer. Stock up on fresh produce and flowers, and browse through their huge selection of plants and pottery for some backyard inspiration. If you’re looking for a gift, one of their special-order fruit baskets is always a good idea.

   Open year-round
   5539 S. Military Trail, Lake Worth, FL 33463

5. Lake Worth Farmers Market
    
   Locally grown produce, fresh flowers, artisan baked goods, fresh eggs – you’ll find it all at this lively market that’s located right on the water. You can even bring your leashed pup with you to peruse the stalls and enjoy the live music. This market is open every Saturday from mid-October through April, so make sure to visit while you can!

   Open Saturdays, mid-October through April
   1 S. Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth, FL 33460

 
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