I’m continually amazed at the local options we have here in Charlottesville. Local food is a priority for me, and of course I’m interested in healthy living and wellness. As a small business owner, I also really love to support other small businesses. Here are some of my current favorites!

Gathered Threads

Gathered Threads Farm has amazing teas, salad dressings, marinades, unique garden plants and herbal products. They also have kimchi, which has quickly become my favorite. I use it regularly in my favorite pork kimchi recipe (find the recipe here). In my quest to someday grow my own medicinal herbs, I purchased some starter herbs this year from Gathered Threads, including stinging nettle, which makes a great nutritious tea. It’s planted down near a creek in my back yard and we’ll see how it grows this year. You can find them and all their wonderful things at the Ix park market on Saturdays. https://gatheredthreadsllc.com/

Moon Maiden Delights

I’ve been more consistent with gluten-free eating lately, and sometimes a girl just wants a healthy sweet treat. Moon Maiden Delights makes super tasty, gluten-free and vegan pastries. She’s at the Ix market on Saturdays, but go early because she sells out of popular items fast! Get the turmeric and black pepper coffee cake (I know it sounds weird, but you’ll thank me later!). https://www.moonmaidensdelights.com/

Bellair Farm and CSA

This is the first time in seven years that I am not a member of Bellair’s CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). The only reason for that is I’m hoping to grow most of my own veggies this year. Bellair is great. I can’t say enough good things about their CSA, but you can also purchase veggies and meat products from them even if you aren’t a member. They are at the Ix market on Saturdays and the Meade Park market on Wednesdays. https://www.bellairfarm.com/

Is there a local business you just love? Please share with me!