Bring a shopping basket or bag: have a cooler with you, too. A cart on wheels is a good idea – those papayas get heavy quickly!

Bring cash in small denominations, especially if you’re shopping early.

Buy seasonal items when you see them: find out how long the season will last.

Wear comfortable flat shoes for walking during market adventure.

Early shoppers usually wait in lines; there’s usually plenty of product for shoppers who come later.