If you haven’t heard of Roots Market, you’re not alone.  Despite the fact that the country market & auction has been around since 1925 in the same location, many newcomers to the country don’t seem to know about it.  Since my wife & I live only a mile away in East Petersburg, we’ve become devoted shoppers.  If you are looking for great prices on locally-grown produce, meats and dairy, this is the spot!

Roots is located just northwest of East Petersburg, near the Manheim Auto Auction and close to Route 72 (Manheim Pike).  Roots claims to be the oldest family-run market in the county.  It combined the two great draws of Lancaster – the open-air country market and the public auction – in one place and on the same day.  The result has been very successful, with huge crowds throughout the long Tuesdays they are open each week.

One of the things I enjoy about Roots is talking to the vendors, who hail from all over the Susquehanne valley and beyond.  They are always there, doing business every Tuesday regardless of the weather.  There’s so much to choose from it’s hard to decide what to spend your money on!  I like the BBQ sandwiches, personally.  Visit their website for more details and directions.  Get ready for a great day of shopping and relaxing.