Always one to support local, as an artist, J and I love shopping at Farmer's Markets. We used this article on the top ten markets from Metro Atlanta to narrow down our options and start exploring the new city. Our first stop was an indoor market called Sweet Auburn Curb Marketing. The market was huge and much more commercialized than most of the farmer markets I've been too. It also has the most convenient store hours, as well as ample parking. The market will even validate your parking inside so you can forgo the $5 parking charge on the way out.
They had a plethora of lunch options. We chose a taco restaurant, but the variety even include a place called Afro Dish, which appeared to serve Ox Tail!
The main reason we went to the farmer's market was to pick up fish at well below grocery store pricing. Fortunately, we found J and I's favorite fish, Red Snapper. My youngest sister, E, also picked up some shucked oysters while we were there. The oysters were huge and well worth it! 
The market had a variety of meats, as you would assume. They even had pig ears and turkey legs for sale. There were not quite as many vegetable vendors as you would have thought, but still plenty to chose from. A few even had their own branding of spices and pickled onions, etc. We found one called Wild Bill, which E and I immediately purchased for my father, Bill. 
All in all, a great trip. I am certain we will return, but am looking forward to exploring some of the more mom and pop-ish farmer markets in the future. I would encourage you to try Sweet Auburn Curb Market -- even if you are an Alabama fan have a little trouble getting over the name. :) 
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