Sundays in Brentwood are particularly special. If you wake up early enough and put on your jogging shoes, you'll see a freakishly calm side of the neighborhood that you would otherwise never dream possible. Some people are up walking their Golden Retrievers, some are doing yoga on the grass in the middle of the road, and others are just walking to the Starbucks on the corner for a morning caffeine boost. But I like to do something entirely different: visit the Farmer's Market.
The Brentwood Farmer's Market was established only a few years ago, but it feels like it has been a tradition for a very long time. There are merchants that sell their merchandise there week after week, and others that come and go. No matter what, you're bound to find something fantastic - edible or not.
The Flower Guy that sets up at the top of Gretna Green is by far the best one there. I'm always sure to buy a few dozen daisies from him before I head home, as they brighten up any room. Don't be fooled by the flower stand toward the middle - the first flower guy's products are by far the best.
A few stands down from the top there is a huge sampling spread with peaches, nectarines, and apples of different varieties. Be sure not to throw away your plastic fork after the first bite - you'll want to have seconds or definitely try something else.
Further down the line, there are stands that have nothing to do with food - it is a wonderful array of handmade goods from clothing to necklaces to decorative boxes. You might not always want to buy something, as the merchandise can be a tad strange, but it's certainly fun to browse.
The best part of this Sunday morning treasure? It's cheap! Bring about fifteen dollars or so and you'll be able to buy more than enough flowers and fruit for the week. And everyone loves samples!
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