Eric Freeland's Farm is located in Beech Bottom and grows a number of delicious fruits and vegetables, like:
Red BerriesBlack Berries
Golden Berries
Strawberries
Everbearing Strawberries
Yukon Gold Potatoes
Kennebeck Potatoes
Cantaloupe
Beets
Cucumbers
He has made a name for himself being one of - if not the only - strawberry farmers in the Northern Panhandle.
His products can also be found at The Public Market in Wheeling, which is a great option for those who can't make it out to the farm.
The farm offers pick-your-own sunflowers and zinnias when they are in season – and even a sunflower festival.
He even offers products from other local producers, like honey from Windswept Farm.
I endeavored to get a little bit of a sampling from everything that was available on my recent visit.
That included some strawberry jam, some of the aforementioned, honey, some black raspberries and some strawberries.
Those berries were some of the tastiest I've had in recent memory. The strawberries were so tiny, but packed with sweet flavor.
The black raspberries were gone within minutes. What started as a quick nibble turned into me popping them into my mouth relentlessly. If you are so inclined, stop and check them out – every little bit helps as the drought takes its toll on our local farmers.
Have you been yet?
I recently headed out to Gritt's Farm to check out their tulip festival. It was so lovely to see fields of tulips and pick out a bouquet to take home.
But, there are also tons of food options here, too.
I'll start off by saying I visited most of the food options on this visit, but I did not get to try the food truck, Sugar Shack, Snack Stand or Box Truck BBQ. Adding those to my list for next time.
First up in the food barn is Teagan's Treats, a sweets shop.
They were featuring "The Farmer Float," which is a mug layered with creamy vanilla soft-serve ice cream and strawberry cider slush and topped with a strawberry cake donut.
Next up is Creta Dough Co., which has pepperoni rolls, salad and pizza.
How they are able to get a crust like this on the pizza - I have no idea. But I want more.
Flying Goat Grill has chicken tenders, pulled pork sandwiches and kids' meals.
This pulled pork sandwich is unique - it has a mustard based sauce and hunks of pork.
Last but not least - Nellie's Kitchen, which has baked goods.
I've been to this shop before, and it's always tasty.
On this day, I took a package of cake donuts - both strawberry and blueberry - home with me.
Have you been?
Wild Graze is a "Gourmet Grazing Company in CWV specializing in delicious boxes of edible art."
The business is located on Smith Street, in the same building as Spa Bliss. The shop often carries mini graze boxes available day of. But if there's a larger order, it's best to call it in in advance.
Graze Boxes are "Cheese & Charcuterie with all the accompaniments conveniently crafted in our sustainable eco-friendly balsa wood boxes. Ready to take on your next adventure into the WV wild (camping, picnics, river days) or home to enjoy cozied up on your couch with a good bottle."
The mini specifically has: 3 cheeses, 1 type of Charcuterie, Seasonal fresh and dried fruit, olives, nuts, crackers, and a sweet treat! Served with honey or jam. (aka the adult lunchable) Perfect for one~ for lunch, dinner, cocktail hour, or anything in between!
It was delicious. Fresh, varied, with unique offerings. The box had artisan meats and cheeses that you won't find at your regular grocery store, which made it fun. Not to mention, everything was tasty and made tasty combinations together.
Mountain State Flower Farm also stocks bouquets at the shop. It is a sustainable cut flower farm in Putnam Co. I would love to visit one day because the flowers are just beyond.
Have you checked out either place?
Grade: A
The Winter Blues Farmers Market was held this past weekend, and I was fortunate to be able to check out some new vendors I hadn't tried before.
Mon Valley Mushrooms - Mushrooms (fresh, dried, tinctured), mushroom grow kits - how cool to see local mushrooms! I got some pioppinos that I can't wait to try.
Bev's Best - Original Buttermilk Griddlecake Mixes: Back Home Original, Deer Creek Blend; Pocahontas County Blend - yum!
Willow Brook Farm - they had lots of baked goods
Good Vibes Coffee - I discovered so much good coffee! "The Good Vibes family is passionate about roasting and providing you with the best coffee beans from around the world. While we think globally to source our beans, we think locally to give back. 10% of the profit from every bag purchased from Good Vibes is donated to the Facing Hunger Foodbank, serving folks in the heart of Appalachia and located in Huntington, WV." They have Guatemala, Colombia, Papau New Guinea and Sumatra versions.
Arbaugh Farm - Cornmeal, flour, buckwheat flour, sorghum syrup - Arbaugh Farm is located in the south east part of WV. Originally purchased by my great-grandfather in 1925. The farm was a small dairy until about 1966, when production refocused on beef cattle and hay production. In 2017, the farm began to shift production to include sorghum syrup and the build out of an on-farm flour mill.
Taylor Family Farms & Custom Meats - Beef cuts, pork cuts, lamb cuts, smoked salt - "Our mission, our purpose, is to help families like yours to succeed in eating healthy, maintaining a healthy weight, and strengthen family bonds by eating together and sharing traditions"
Perk Farm - Aged Certified Organic Raw Milk Cheese - I was so excited for gouda! So tasty. Perk Farm was established in 1942 and is currently a 4th Generation, Organic family owned operation.
Hill & Holler Herbal Company - Dry tea blends, herbal salves, lip balms - I ordered some cryptid-themed dry tea blends, and I cannot wait to try them.
Flavor Mutt - Sourdough Breads; I definitely want to try these.
Handmade WV Market - Fruit Jellies & Jams, Maple Candied Nuts, Chocolate Candies, Chocolate Bark, Fruit breads/muffins, yeast rolls
McDaniel Farms - beef, steaks, porterhouse, new york strip, t-bone, sirloin -cubed, flat iron, roast: Arm, boneless chuck, new york strip, round, sirloin tip. Hamburger packs 1lb, patties, kabobs/stew meat, filet mignon, ribs, shaved steak, brisket
Sprouting Farms- Produce, tshirts, cups, syrup, honey, coffee, soap, baked goods, jam, apple chips, tea blends, spices
Grassy Meadows Goat Milk Soap - Bar soaps, soap scrubs, lotion, body butter, lip balms, pet products
Mountain Table Coffee - located in Renick - just above Lewisburg, is a brand-new coffee producer! I had to get me a bag of this to try. Stop and Smell the Sunflowers, Seneca Shadows and Fallen Gendarme are just a few.
Mama Faye's - homemade fudge
Whimsy and Willows - Bread, cinnamon rolls, jam
The Farm to Fork Market - Retail cuts of beef, pork and lamb
Oldham Sugar Works - Honey, Maple Syrup, Apple Butter
T.L. Soaps - Homemade soap, lotions, face wash, body butter
Sachet Lavender Company - Handcrafted organically grown lavender spa and wellness products including neck wraps and eye pillows, Signature sachets filled with organically grown lavender, Lotion bars
Wilfong Farms - Beef, pork, Lamb, Poultry, Kettle Corn - Charles and Michelle met during high school as active members of the Pocahontas and Moorefield FFA Chapters. Michelle has since obtained a degree in Agriculture and Extension Education from WVU and Charles is now a full-time farmer. Today, Charles and his dad work side by side with assistance from close family members, along with Michelle and Charles' son CW. The family works tirelessly to bring farm-fresh products to the area while also offering unique events and opportunities to get the community and youth excited about sustainable farming.
Putnam Farmers Market - Maple Products & Cotton Candy, Eggs, Freeze-Dried Candies from Feather Ridge, Microgreens, Artisan Jewelry. Produce and Added Value: Jams, Apple Butter, Honey, Jellies, Pork, Meat, Bison Meat, Chicken, Woolen products, woven work, Baked Goods, Honey, Bath and Body, Herbal Preparations, Spices, dried herbs, teas, Coffee
BAKED - Cookies, pepperoni rolls, chocolate pretzels - I had to try the oreo and s'more cookies, which were both tasty.
Quicken Farm - Pork - We raise hair sheep, cattle and hogs on the pastures of the Potomac Highlands of West Virginia. We are blessed to be full time farmers and to provide a wholesome, sustainable and most importantly, local meat source. All of our meats are USDA inspected.
Freedom Farm - "Our farm grew quite a bit from 2016 to 2021 and we learned quickly how to raise animals humanely and sustainably. We went from 8 pigs annually to over 40 pigs, and partnered with local farmers to provide high quality grass fed beef and raw milk cheese because our land just wasn't large enough or suitable enough to support them. We searched New Hampshire high and low for a place to continue growing our farm. With no luck, most of our family living further south, and a calling from God to go to 'Almost Heaven', we sold our farm and moved to 'Almost Heaven' West Virginia to expand our farm operations to include heritage breed Hereford beef cattle, and Jersey dairy cows in addition to our Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs, Buff Orpington laying hens, and Freedom Ranger & Cornish Cross meat chickens. "
Folk Hero Coffee Company - Another new coffee producer in the state! So exciting. They have quite a few coffee blends that feature WV folklore - Graveyard Shift, John Brown, Mawmaw, Mother Jones, Mothman, Pawpaw, Sid Hatfield. So, I bought a bag of the Mothman and can't wait to try it.
Looneyville Land & Home - extracts, herbs and jellies
Williams River Farm - jellies
Circle S Farms - We are a small family owned business that enjoys the farm life. Our goal is to help community members purchase WV inspected beef and pork products at reasonable prices without the hassle of going to large market stores.
Mon Valley Mushrooms - Mushrooms (fresh, dried, tinctured), mushroom grow kits - how cool to see local mushrooms! I got some pioppinos that I can't wait to try.
Bev's Best - Original Buttermilk Griddlecake Mixes: Back Home Original, Deer Creek Blend; Pocahontas County Blend - yum!
Willow Brook Farm - they had lots of baked goods
Good Vibes Coffee - I discovered so much good coffee! "The Good Vibes family is passionate about roasting and providing you with the best coffee beans from around the world. While we think globally to source our beans, we think locally to give back. 10% of the profit from every bag purchased from Good Vibes is donated to the Facing Hunger Foodbank, serving folks in the heart of Appalachia and located in Huntington, WV." They have Guatemala, Colombia, Papau New Guinea and Sumatra versions.
Arbaugh Farm - Cornmeal, flour, buckwheat flour, sorghum syrup - Arbaugh Farm is located in the south east part of WV. Originally purchased by my great-grandfather in 1925. The farm was a small dairy until about 1966, when production refocused on beef cattle and hay production. In 2017, the farm began to shift production to include sorghum syrup and the build out of an on-farm flour mill.
Taylor Family Farms & Custom Meats - Beef cuts, pork cuts, lamb cuts, smoked salt - "Our mission, our purpose, is to help families like yours to succeed in eating healthy, maintaining a healthy weight, and strengthen family bonds by eating together and sharing traditions"
Perk Farm - Aged Certified Organic Raw Milk Cheese - I was so excited for gouda! So tasty. Perk Farm was established in 1942 and is currently a 4th Generation, Organic family owned operation.
Hill & Holler Herbal Company - Dry tea blends, herbal salves, lip balms - I ordered some cryptid-themed dry tea blends, and I cannot wait to try them.
Flavor Mutt - Sourdough Breads; I definitely want to try these.
Handmade WV Market - Fruit Jellies & Jams, Maple Candied Nuts, Chocolate Candies, Chocolate Bark, Fruit breads/muffins, yeast rolls
McDaniel Farms - beef, steaks, porterhouse, new york strip, t-bone, sirloin -cubed, flat iron, roast: Arm, boneless chuck, new york strip, round, sirloin tip. Hamburger packs 1lb, patties, kabobs/stew meat, filet mignon, ribs, shaved steak, brisket
Sprouting Farms- Produce, tshirts, cups, syrup, honey, coffee, soap, baked goods, jam, apple chips, tea blends, spices
Grassy Meadows Goat Milk Soap - Bar soaps, soap scrubs, lotion, body butter, lip balms, pet products
Mountain Table Coffee - located in Renick - just above Lewisburg, is a brand-new coffee producer! I had to get me a bag of this to try. Stop and Smell the Sunflowers, Seneca Shadows and Fallen Gendarme are just a few.
Mama Faye's - homemade fudge
Whimsy and Willows - Bread, cinnamon rolls, jam
The Farm to Fork Market - Retail cuts of beef, pork and lamb
Oldham Sugar Works - Honey, Maple Syrup, Apple Butter
T.L. Soaps - Homemade soap, lotions, face wash, body butter
Sachet Lavender Company - Handcrafted organically grown lavender spa and wellness products including neck wraps and eye pillows, Signature sachets filled with organically grown lavender, Lotion bars
Wilfong Farms - Beef, pork, Lamb, Poultry, Kettle Corn - Charles and Michelle met during high school as active members of the Pocahontas and Moorefield FFA Chapters. Michelle has since obtained a degree in Agriculture and Extension Education from WVU and Charles is now a full-time farmer. Today, Charles and his dad work side by side with assistance from close family members, along with Michelle and Charles' son CW. The family works tirelessly to bring farm-fresh products to the area while also offering unique events and opportunities to get the community and youth excited about sustainable farming.
Putnam Farmers Market - Maple Products & Cotton Candy, Eggs, Freeze-Dried Candies from Feather Ridge, Microgreens, Artisan Jewelry. Produce and Added Value: Jams, Apple Butter, Honey, Jellies, Pork, Meat, Bison Meat, Chicken, Woolen products, woven work, Baked Goods, Honey, Bath and Body, Herbal Preparations, Spices, dried herbs, teas, Coffee
BAKED - Cookies, pepperoni rolls, chocolate pretzels - I had to try the oreo and s'more cookies, which were both tasty.
Quicken Farm - Pork - We raise hair sheep, cattle and hogs on the pastures of the Potomac Highlands of West Virginia. We are blessed to be full time farmers and to provide a wholesome, sustainable and most importantly, local meat source. All of our meats are USDA inspected.
Freedom Farm - "Our farm grew quite a bit from 2016 to 2021 and we learned quickly how to raise animals humanely and sustainably. We went from 8 pigs annually to over 40 pigs, and partnered with local farmers to provide high quality grass fed beef and raw milk cheese because our land just wasn't large enough or suitable enough to support them. We searched New Hampshire high and low for a place to continue growing our farm. With no luck, most of our family living further south, and a calling from God to go to 'Almost Heaven', we sold our farm and moved to 'Almost Heaven' West Virginia to expand our farm operations to include heritage breed Hereford beef cattle, and Jersey dairy cows in addition to our Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs, Buff Orpington laying hens, and Freedom Ranger & Cornish Cross meat chickens. "
Folk Hero Coffee Company - Another new coffee producer in the state! So exciting. They have quite a few coffee blends that feature WV folklore - Graveyard Shift, John Brown, Mawmaw, Mother Jones, Mothman, Pawpaw, Sid Hatfield. So, I bought a bag of the Mothman and can't wait to try it.
Looneyville Land & Home - extracts, herbs and jellies
Williams River Farm - jellies
Circle S Farms - We are a small family owned business that enjoys the farm life. Our goal is to help community members purchase WV inspected beef and pork products at reasonable prices without the hassle of going to large market stores.
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