POWELL – Have you ever taken a bite into a fresh peach and realized you may have forgotten what a peach is supposed to taste like?
That was exactly what happened to me after my visit to Moser’s Farm Market and Barn in Powell.
The peach was amazing, but it was more than just the taste. It was the smell before the first bite, the bright color, the soft texture, and the burst of sweetness.
As the juice ran down my hand, I paused to appreciate something I often take for granted: the joy of something grown with care and enjoyed at its peak.
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Perfect for: A stop for fresh produce, flowers, and local goods
Don’t miss: Seasonal favorites at their best, and a Farmstead Cider when available
Vibe: A charming restored barn where local growers, makers, and neighbors come together
Worth the drive: Yes. Whether you’re stocking up on fresh produce, searching for local goods or looking for a place to slow down, Moser’s is worth the trip
Address: Moser’s Farm Market and Barn is located at 3350 Clark Shaw Rd., Powell, OH
Located less than 15 minutes from historic downtown Delaware, Moser’s Farm Market and Barn offers a taste of country living within easy reach of town.
Inside, historic beams frame colorful displays of fresh produce, flower bouquets, jars of preserves and other locally made goods, weaving together the values at the heart of many farming communities: neighbors supporting neighbors, sharing what they grow and creating something meaningful together.
Searching for a taste of home
That feeling is exactly what owners Christina and Brad Moser hoped to create.
Growing up, Christina spent much of her childhood on her grandfather’s farm in Arcanum, OH, where she began selling his apples when she was just 9 years old.
When she moved to Powell, she found herself missing that experience.
“I was used to walking half a mile on my grandpa’s farm, and I grew up working there, and I was like, there’s some great orchards, but they’re further away,” she said.
When Christina and her husband, Brad, moved onto the property in 2017, they saw an opportunity to bring that experience closer to home. But with dirt floors, years of neglect, and space reclaimed by animals, the building was far from the welcoming structure it is today.
While many people may have seen a lost cause, Brad and Christina saw something worth preserving. That winter, Brad set out to restore the barn, cleaning every surface and preserving the historic beams — some dating back more than a century — that now give the market so much character.
Once the restoration was complete, the farm market slowly began to take shape.
What started as a few weekends selling pumpkins and apples grew into something much larger.
Cultivating community
Today, the Mosers work with farmers and growers they have built relationships with over the years, while also growing wildflowers, sunflowers, and tomatoes of their own.
Together, those partnerships help fill the barn with fresh, seasonal products.
“We know where it’s coming from. We’re confident in our farmers and that they have the best interest of people in mind because we’re closer to them,” Christina said.
You can taste the difference. Recently, a young couple told her, “It’s just so nice to go somewhere where a cucumber tastes like a cucumber.”
It sounds simple: wanting food that tastes like food. Yet that idea is at the heart of everything the Mosers do. They believe the flavor, quality, and care that comes with thoughtfully-grown food are worth seeking out.
That sense of stewardship extends beyond what customers see on the shelves. The Mosers work to ensure extra produce does not go to waste. They share fruits and vegetables with families who preserve them, and they donate produce to People In Need. It reflects their belief that good food should be accessible to everyone.
“We’re just really passionate that everyone should have access to good wholesome food, good nutrition,” Christina said.
From farm to glass
As the farm market has grown, the Mosers have found new ways to share the flavors they love with the community, including Farmstead Cider.
What began as Brad experimenting with cider became another extension of the farm.
“I don’t have anything that has more than three ingredients in it. Everything is either all apples, apples and peaches, or the dreamsicle is legitimately apples, orange and vanilla,” said Brad.
During my visit, I tried the Bourbon Peach Cider. The day was hot, and the cider was light and refreshing. It struck a nice balance, letting the fruit shine while the bourbon barrel aging helped temper the sweetness of the cider.
Like everything else at the market, the cider gives fruit a life beyond harvest season while staying true to the Mosers’ philosophy: keep it simple and let quality ingredients speak for themselves.
A place to gather
Over the years, the Mosers have added new products, partnerships, and experiences, but the barn has become more than a place to shop.
Through Farmstead Fridays, the barn has become a gathering place filled with live music, food, and opportunities for families to connect. While kids run around outside, neighbors stop and talk, and people are offered a chance to slow down.
In a time when so much of life can feel overwhelming, Brad believes people are searching for moments that feel simple and familiar.
“I think people are hungry for analog,” Brad said. “Most people in Powell aren’t originally from Powell. When they come out here, it reminds them of something from back home. Maybe it’s not exactly the same, but it’s familiar. It reminds them of growing up, of doing things with family. That nostalgic connection is really powerful.”
Maybe that’s why places like Moser’s feel so meaningful right now. In a world that often feels complicated and disconnected, there is comfort in gathering with your neighbors, remembering what it feels like to be part of a community, and sharing in the simple joy of something grown with care, like a great peach.
