Make the most of Summer – Winter is on its way! Visiting local markets is a great way to spend weekend days and they’re all the rage right now. It’s the perfect way to get the whole family out the house and the delicious food and fresh produce is a real draw card for parents. We’ve put together a list of our best family market picks in Joburg, Cape Town and Durban.
Johannesburg
Fourways Farmers Market
Opening hours: Sunday, 10am-3pm
With lots of seating space and more than 61 vendor stalls this is your one-stop-Sunday-morning-market-shop. Relax on hay bales under tall pine trees enjoying delicious market food and live music – there’s even champagne by the glass. Also located on the premises is the Aroma Café (hyperlink) which boasts a buffet breakfast, a beautiful playground and a kiddies’ menu.
Bryanston Organic & Natural Market
Opening hours: Thursdays, Saturdays and public holidays, 9am-3pm
http://www.bryanstonorganicmarket.co.za/
Organic and natural food is the cornerstone of this market that offers a great variety of foods particularly for allergies and special dietary needs. A huge appeal for families is the Kids Quarter where children can enjoy craft activities, including candle dipping, sand art and a gemstone scratch-patch.
Cape Town
Tokai Forest Market
Opening hours: Saturday, 9am-2pm
http://tokaiforestmarket.co.za/
Spend the morning browsing the beautiful Tokai market whilst enjoying the freshest artisanal coffee. The market boasts a jumping castle, jungle gym and pony rides. Coming soon are cooking demos and game afternoons.
Organjezicht City Farm
Opening hours: Saturday, 9AM – 2PM
http://www.ozcf.co.za/market-day/
This organic foodie’s paradise has temporarily moved to the historic Leeuvenhof estate. Bring your picnic blankets, kids and dogs and enjoy a morning of delicious fresh produce. Explore the beautiful the estate and even take a dip in the premier’s pool!
Durban
Golden Hours Family Market
Opening Hours: Sunday, 10am-3.30pm
https://www.facebook.com/pages/GOLDEN-HOURS-FAMILY-MARKET/121337227882
Spend a Sunday at this kiddies’ market paradise complete with an exciting play area and activities for kids of all ages. Expect the freshest produce and traditional homemade goodies.
The Litchi Orchard
Opening hours: The 2nd Saturday of every month, 9AM – 2PM
http://www.litchiorchard.co.za/market/
This beautiful market venue on Durban’s north coast, combines top class food and drink with loads of open space for the kids (and dogs) to enjoy. Keep a look out for the playful resident mongooses.
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