The markets in North America reflect their colonial roots in that they are similar to the food halls and market streets of Europe. Some of the ones that standout in variety and local color and are worth a stop while visiting the city are:
- Toronto: St. Lawrence Market
- Philadelphia: Reading Terminal Market
- Pittsburgh: Strip District
- San Francisco: Ferry Plaza Marketplace and Farmer’s Market
- Seattle: Pike Place Market
- Cleveland: West Side Market
- New York: Chelsea Market
- Mexico City: Mercado de la Merced
There are many more so don’t limit yourself to these. New York’s Union Square Farmer’s Market and Philadelphia’s Italian Market also offer a different taste of those cities. And cities, small and large are finding the value showcasing the local farmers and flavors that make their cities special. Some are rooted in history, like the Lancaster Farmer’s Market and others, like the Chelsea Market in NYC are relatively new creations that capitalize on people’s quest for a communal market place with locally created artisan foods.