Can’t Wait for the Farmers Market? Here’s How to Satisfy That Local Food Craving Early 🥬🍞🍳

Are you getting impatient for the return of the Macon County Farmers Market on May 3? You're not alone! If you're dreaming of fresh-picked greens, farm eggs, local meat, artisan bread, and all the other delicious treasures that come from our local farmers and makers—don’t worry. There’s a perfect way to satisfy your craving for local flavor before opening day: Gracious Plates on Main.

Located right in downtown Franklin, Gracious Plates is a true farm-to-table restaurant that sources many of its ingredients directly from the vendors at the Macon County Farmers Market. That means when you dine there, you're already getting a sneak preview of the seasonal goodness to come.

Whether it’s a beautifully composed salad made with fresh greens and herbs, a hearty Appalachian-inspired entrée, or a daily special that features pasture-raised meats or local cheese, every dish is a celebration of the region’s bounty. Their seasonal menu changes often, reflecting what’s growing right now in the mountains of Western North Carolina.

Plus, Gracious Plates is more than just great food. It's a cozy, welcoming space where food and community meet—just like the farmers market itself. It’s the kind of place where you might share a table with friends, toast to spring with a local craft beverage, and walk out with a full heart (and belly).

So while we all count down to May 3, treat yourself to an early taste of the market by supporting a local business that supports local farms. You’ll not only enjoy an unforgettable meal—you’ll be keeping that wonderful loop of farm-to-fork goodness alive in Franklin year-round.

Gracious Plates on Main 46 E Main St, Franklin, NC

And don’t forget—Macon County Farmers Market kicks off Saturday, May 3, 2025, at its new home at Town Hall on Main Street, 9 AM to 2 PM. We’ll see you there! 🌱🍽️🧺