Tip # 1
Don’t wait until the weekend before Halloween to go pumpkin shopping.
This field was previously packed with pumpkins.
These were the last pumpkins to remain homeless.
But, there’s still plenty for the kids to do.
There’s a hay ride and a 30+ minute corn maze to solve.
Tip # 2
Commit 2013 Corn Maze Map To Memory.
There’s a school bus to shoot at with an apple cannon. And, there’s a big (from the kid’s point of view) downhill slide, too.
When you’re done wandering around, head over to the shack with the pink pigs…
…all over it.
Get in line. THEN, decide what you want. Then, wait.
…and wait some more.
Try and find a seat.
After all of that, it’s finally time to check out the market.
Arkansas Black Apples
We found these Arkansas Black apples that we’ve never tried. They were super crisp, very hard, dense, and thick-skinned. Equal parts tart and sweet, there was good balance that underlined the apple flavor without overwhelming it. And, there was a unique flavor that can only be described as starchy. We’d be willing to bet that these apples make a great pie. And, we’re told that these apples grow darker as they age.
Gorgeous Squash
Jalapeño Cheddar Bread
Lauri Jo’s Blackberry Pepper Jelly
…or blueberry …or Mayhaw
Caramel Iced Pound Cake
(Pecan pralines, dark chocolate covered pecans, and a Sioux City Root Beer, too)
It was all good. But…
The caramel iced pound cake was the real winner. Rich, slightly dense and still incredibly tender, this cake had the texture and flavor of a really old-fashioned pound cake.
Georgia Belle Peach Preserves
Tip # 3
Don’t leave without at least one jar of the Georgia Belle Peach Preserves.
This white fleshed peach has an incredible depth of flavor. Fresh, these peaches have a seductive aroma. In the jar, the essence of the peach is captured with an almost floral, perfume-y (in the very best way) sweetness.
Mill circa 1800 on Hazel Creek
Are you heading for the hills to check out the fall colors? Jaemor Farms makes a great place to stop, buy some boiled peanuts (a bit on the salty side), get a drink and break up the drive.
Jaemor Farms
5340 Cornelia Highway
(Highway 365)
Alto, GA 30510
770 869 3999
