Seasonal On-Farm Market at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm

2026 marks our 7th year of providing a seasonal on-farm market at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm in Middletown, Maryland. We hope to see you on Opening Day (5/23) or any of our Saturdays this season.

• 8 years of replenishing the soil and creating a welcoming home for pollinators

  • 8 years of building infrastructure to plant, tend, and harvest fruits, herbs and vegetables using sustainable methods

• 7 years of rolling out the market tents and tables to give community members and visitors access to local, sustainable fruits, herbs, and veggies

  • 7 years of spending summer Saturdays with all of you! -- Thank you, for showing your support for local, sustainable agriculture!

Where, When, and How To Find the Farm Market

• WHERE: Come on out to 7957 Hollow Road, Middletown, MD 21769 (in Frederick County, Maryland)

  • You will see tents and market signs on the farm fences and the grass

  • The Learning Kitchen is here too! Check to see when we have our next class.

• WHEN: Saturdays, 9am-1pm; May 23-end of August (stay tuned for fall plans)

  • Rain or shine (unless lightning or high winds)

• HOW: Car, truck, bike, or ride-share on over here. Yes, there is enough room for a bus, but if you are bringing a busload, then please give us advance notice at chocolatesandtomatoes@gmail.com.

  

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What You Can Expect at the Farm Market

• Most of what we sell at the farm market, we grow or make here at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm

  • Selection changes as the seasonal harvest unfolds; check here for weekly offerings: https://www.chocolatesandtomatoes.com/post/2026-weekly-may-and-june-on-farm-market-produce-updates-at-chocolates-and-tomatoes-farm

    • Dozens of types of fruits, herbs, and vegetables each week

    • Artisan chocolates

  • We also have local honey and mushrooms; local baked goods

  • Currently, our local egg provider is Jodi's Girls: https://www.chocolatesandtomatoes.com/post/new-local-egg-partner

• Feel free to come out and browse; if you want, you can order ahead most weeks

  • Many forms of payment accepted

• Come chat with Chef/Farmer Mark -- ask about the produce, recommendations for cooking it, what else is happening at the farm AND share what you are growing and cooking. We are honored to fill in your garden gaps.

Market tents wide view

Tables stocked with fresh vegetables at farm market

Local honey in various sizes and styles

How We Bring You Sustainably Grown Fruits, Herbs, and Vegetables

• Learn about our sustainable farming practices to conserve water, support pollinators, and regenerate soil health: https://www.chocolatesandtomatoes.com/projects/sustainable%2C-regenerative-farming-practices

• Check out how we plan ahead and the farm tools that we use for small scale agriculture (blogs with "farming" tag): https://www.chocolatesandtomatoes.com/blog/categories/farming

What Is Nearby

We are less than one hour from parts of Western Virginia, Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland (including Baltimore, Rockville, Hancock and more). About 1.5 hours from DC, Alexandria, Arlington (sometimes less, traffic dependent).

• Many routes lead here; see in-town and out-of-town options: https://www.chocolatesandtomatoes.com/post/many-routes-to-chocolates-and-tomatoes-farm

• Plan a trip visit more farms, spend time in nature, see our local communities, and/or explore our nation's history. Here are some sites that can help:

  • While you are in Middletown, stop by for:

    • burgers at Boxcar Burgers (at gas station on same road as farm)

    • coffee at Beans & Dreams

    • local finds at The Trolley House Market (next door to Beans & Dreams)

    • authentic Greek cuisine at Alekos (and while you are in the heart of downtown, check out Main Street with shops, ice cream, and more)

  • Visit Frederick for restaurants, culture, crafts, small business: https://www.visitfrederick.org/

  • Homegrown for other local farm activities from feeding calves to wine or mead tasting to sunflower festivals and more: https://homegrownfrederick.com/visit-our-farms/

  • Maryland State Parks (we are in the Western region): https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/parkmap.aspx

  • Frederick County Parks (so many options with walking trails, playgrounds and more): https://www.recreater.com/35/Parks-Facilities