Romaine calm, farmers market season has returned. Mass Farmers Markets is a local nonprofit dedicated to helping make eating like a local easier than ever for Bostonians. They have four seasonal markets: Copley Square, Central Square, Davis Square, and Kendall Square. The markets are are bursting with seasonal fruits, veggies, and flowers, which is the perfect excuse to skip the grocery store and shop local.

What we tried:

The Kendall Square Farmers Market, located in the Kendall Canal District, has reopened after a three-year hiatus, thanks to a partnership with BioMed Realty, and it’s better than ever. The expanded footprint of the market will accommodate more vendors offering a variety of fresh and local products, including fruits, vegetables, eggs, honey, cheese, local fish, meats, and grab-and-go items.

This is the first year the Cambridge market will offer a SNAP Match to local residents, ensuring fresh food is accessible to all Cambridge residents.

Browse the one in a melon waterside market, get to know the market vendors, enjoy live music, grab a quick lunch, and pick up the freshest ingredients to make at home. Happy shopping small.

Pick up your lunch from vendors like Depth 'N Green at the farmers market. | Photo by BOStoday

What not to miss:

When we think of farmers markets, we think of food fresh from the farm. There are also plenty of vendors with prepared food that's ready to eat, making your local farmers market the perfect place to pick up a quick lunch. Check the rotating list of vendors at your local market to grab a variety of cuisines, like SomosaMan or Depth 'N Green.

What we’re still talking about:

The farmers market has a wide range of vendors, from locally grown produce to honey and more. This is a one-stop shop for farm fresh eggs, meats, and snacks. If you aren't sure what to do with all the produce, visit the Mass Farmers Market tent to pick up a convenient recipe card to help influence your shopping list with helpful cooking instructions.

How you can experience this:

All are welcome to shop the Kendall Square Farmers Market at 450 Kendall St., Cambridge on Thursdays from 12 to 6 p.m. or find the closest market to you on this map. Pro tip: Don't forget to stamp your Loyalty Card with each farmers market visit.

City Editor Jess has earned two stamps on her Loyalty Card so far this season. | Photo by BOStoday

Things to know if you go:

Experience: Kendall Square Farmers Market
Price: Free to attend
Website: https://www.massfarmersmarkets.org/
Address: 450 Kendall St., Cambridge
Hours: 12-6 p.m.
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