Tis the season for fresh produce, flowers, and local finds.  Chicago’s neighborhoods offer several markets on the weekend for the city dwellers to enjoy.  I love me a good grocery shopping trip, but nothing beats fresh items from local growers.

I like the challenge of bringing $20 to the market to see what succulent goodies I can score.  With an abundance of fresh fruits and veggies, you can’t go wrong!

Here are a few tips to keep in mind for your next market adventure:

• Go Early: Seems like an obvious tip, but it’s worth mentioning.  It’s best to have your choice before items are picked over.
• Bring cash: Most vendors only accept cash and you don’t want to miss out!
• Try something new: Ask the experts for recommendations on what’s in season and explore some new local goodies.