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The Kennett Square Farmers' Market (Top photo by G. Widman; Second row cortesy of Kennett Square Farmers' Market)

The self-proclaimed “Mushroom Capital of the World,” Kennett Square is bursting with restaurants and shops where visitors can learn about the region’s mushroom farming industry and sample the ingredient in countless dishes.

Beyond mushrooms, Kennett Square boasts a large downtown that combines festive community events, arts, boutiques and authentic Mexican shops. Here’s a look (literally) at how to spend some time in Kennett Square.

The Farmers' Market and State Street in Kennett Square (Photos by G. Widman for GPTMC)

Kennett Square is small town America at its best. Relax, slow down and discover unique shops, galleries, boutiques, restaurants and more.

Talula’s Table (below) is a boutique market in Kennett Square that offers specialty ingredients as well as freshly made pastries, breads and oven-ready takeaway meals. Chef Bryan Sikora and wife Aimee Olexy take an artful approach here, preparing private dinners at the market’s sought-after farmhouse table.

Talula's Table in Kennett Square (Photos by G. Widman)

Talula’s Table has a crazy year-long waiting list for its highly celebrated tasting dinners at the market’s communal farmhouse table.

So take the opportunity to try the farm-fresh food at Talula’s Table for breakfast and/or lunch. You’ll be free to pick out fresh sausages, soups, pies and other assorted sweets from their gourmet shop.

A storefront in Kennett Square (Photo by G. Widman)

At night, there’s still plenty to do. Overlooking historic Kennett Square, Half Moon Restaurant and Saloon serves more than 27 international beers on tap and a slew of bottled varieties. With live music Thursday and Saturday nights, the beautiful rooftop deck keeps the crowds coming back.

For the perfect place to watch the big game, look no further than Winner’s Circle Sports Grille, which houses plasma TVs galore, sports paraphernalia and an adult game room.

Alfresco dining on State Street in Kennett Square (Photo by G. Widman)

Historic Kennett Square [Official Site]