If you're in Portland on a Saturday, make a morning stop at the PSU Farmers Market. In addition to great local produce, vendors peddle meat, beverages (including alcohol), dairy products and more. The market offers live music each Saturday and a Chef in the Market event, during which local chefs give cooking demonstrations.

Past visitors said the market is worth walking through even if you don't plan on buying produce. Others were impressed with the beautiful flowers for sale. Past travelers also raved about the prepared foods at the market, including burritos, biscuits, cookies and more.

The farmers market is open each Saturday, rain or shine, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. April to October; November through March it's open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is free and open to the public. The market is located on the Portland State University campus, within walking distance of downtown. You can reach the market via the streetcar (all three lines stop near the market), the light rail or the bus. You can also drive to the market, as street parking and several garages are available. Go to the Farmers Market website to learn more.