Columbus Food Adventures: North Market

 

The Columbus North Market has gone through many changes since its inception in 1876 as a market at the city's public cemetery.  Now it's home to dozens of local, independent merchants.  Over a million visitors come to the market each year.  Their website says they "are the place to shop, eat, mingle and people watch."  I believe they are correct.  I was there on a recent Sunday at noon (when they open) and it was packed full with locals and tourists alike wandering the place and wondering "what do I want for lunch?"  Not only do they have all kinds of different food vendors, they also host a cooking school with monthly courses and often have "food events" located at the market.  If you are in Columbus and have never been, I highly suggest a trip.  There's something there for everyone!



Here's a picture from inside, showing a few of the vendors.  Lots to see, eat and do!  I could probably spend a while in here just walking around. 

Here are some photos of my ham, Gruyere and egg crepe from Taste of Belgium. It was delicious, as have been all of the crepes I've had there!  They have a selection of both sweet and savory crepes as well as Belgian style "sweet waffles" to choose from. Taste of Belgium is definitely one of my favorite stops at the market. P.S. they often have free waffle samples sitting out for those who want to try one.

Here's my sister, Allison, with her Pho Ga soup from Lan Viet. Unfortunately she didn't like it, although my brother in law really enjoyed his!  My husband and I really like it too.  I would recommend it to anyone looking for a twist on the traditional chicken noodle soup.  My sister thought it had too strong of an onion taste from the green onions.  If you don't like onions, maybe try something else, but I always enjoy it!

 

xoxo Melissa