Farmers Market Kick Off

Harbourside Organic Farmers Market Vendors

It was a good start to Market season this past Saturday.  Since it was so hot and muggy, we were thankful that the sun was obscured by clouds and also didn’t rain us out!

Our first stop was to Ravenstone where we purchased 2 bunches of rhubarb.  We still haven’t decided what to do with it but I’m think a pie will be in order.  

Ravenstone

We made our way to the other end of the market where my husband enjoyed a fine cup of coffee from Eltoro Coffee and we bought 2 pounds of their coffee beans (decaf and a dark roast).   We were then enticed by the delicious scents emanating from Enfleurage Organics, makers of organic soap.  We bought a bar of their dog shampoo, seeing as how our own dog is in dire need of some fresh scent.  I was delighted to hear that a portion of the proceeds from the dog soap go to Project Maddie, a local pet food bank helping pet owners at risk of losing their pets due to sudden, short term financial instability.  In these uncertain times, I’ve no doubt Project Maddie offers an invaluable service.

We bought mustard greens and radishes from The Fresh Veggies and had a nice chat with vendors Ruth and Mohammed.  The greens and the radishes were delicious!  I am looking forward to more produce from The Fresh Veggies.

Michelle Gatien - The Market Cook

This lady is Michelle Gatien, she is the Market Cook.  She whipped us up a couple of tasty breakfast burritos that hit the spot! 

As we were leaving, we heard some fine music by Kim and Frank Koren – they were playing an old John Prine song, one of my favourites, Angel From Montgomery.  A farmers market is never complete without some good music.

Kim & Frank Koren

 

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