Farmers’ Market News

The Farmers’ Market is inside, at the back of the

VG Scotia Room cafeteria from November - May

Some vendors are in by 8:30 - come

down!
Market hours are 10 – 2 each
Friday

FRIDAY: Sun & 15°

May 27th, 2011
To market, to market to BUY
A…?

Buy Fresh, Eat Local, Eat Healthier, One Day at a Time!

The door at the back of the Scotia Room cafeteria (near the
ATM) will be open for the market and your convenience when
coming from outside.

1. BBQ- Yes, the popular BBQ with their Mushroom Burgers on a Fresh
Multi Grain bun is back. Look for them at the new location next to
Evan’s Fish & Seafood truck at the top.
2. Big Monkey Kettle Corn – They will now be at the Farmers’ Market
and at the Halifax Infirmary Summer Street lobby on Fridays from 9 to
2. “It’s a little bit Sweet & a little bit Salty,” and it’s “Gluten Free,
Dairy Free & Nut Free” too! Are you a member of the Big Monkey
Loyalty Program? Buy 10 bags of popcorn, get 1 free!
3. Blossom Shops – This week Penny will have the last of the Tulips at
2bu. for $15. She has Fuji green Mums for $6 and Daisy’s at $4.50/bu.
4. Blue Barn Farm – They have Whole, Frozen Free Range Chickens
(3/7lb. average) at $4/lb. They have Lean Ground, Grass Fed Beef at
$4.25/lb. bags. It comes frozen for food safety reasons. Brenda and
Brian also have Lamb. They have healthy Dog treats for $3/bag.
5. Bohemian Bubbles – Terri has hand-made spa soaps made with
fresh goat’s milk, vegetable oils and luxuriant oils of palm, coconut,
and olive. They are boxed in recycled packaging. Terri will be here
May 27th and June 3rd and then every two weeks after that.
6. Boulangerie la Vendeénne – Certified Organic French Bakery with
20 different breads & a variety of viennoiserie, baguettes, sourdough,
etc.
7. Elmridge Farms – Will be here in a couple of weeks with fresh
garden produce. Stay tuned!
8. Evan’s Seafood – FRESH, Haddock, Halibut, Cod, Trout, Hake and
Red Fish. As well his regular frozen products. Stock up for long
weekend BBQs!
9. Jordan’s Natural Acres – New to the Market this year. A variety
of meat/poultry cuts and EGGS. You can get Certified Free Range
Chicken breasts (bone in or boneless), thighs, wings, quarters, legs,
and ground chicken. They also have BEEF available! Ground beef or
stew meat. Steaks: rib eye, round, T-bone, sirloin, tenderloin, and
strip loin. Roasts: sirloin, blade, cross rib, and rump. Jordan’s can
also accommodate special requests (liver, ox tail, tongue &
heart), stop by and ask! Visit their website for more information
http://jordansnaturalacres.webs.com
10. Korinthia Extra Virgin Olive Oil - It’s golden-green in colour,
smooth in taste with a balanced aroma. “Korinthia stands out for its
exceptional flavour, rich taste, low acidity, and exceptional quality.”
Available at Pat’s Preserves! Korinthia Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used at
many popular restaurants such as Opa!, It’s All Greek to Me, the Greek Village,
and the Economy Shoe Shop! $12 for a 750ml bottle and $30 for a 3 litre can.

11. Laughing Whale Fresh Roasted Coffee – Fresh coffee ready to

drink! Visit Laughing Whale for your morning pick-me-up. Bags of
coffee beans also available for purchase. You may order ahead by
emailing Steve at laughingwhale@eastlink.ca or call (902) 640-2063.
12. Maritime Pasty Co. – They’re back! Leah will be back for the
summer market with her delicious Cornish Pasties and their popular
Nellie’s Ginger Wine! Stop by for a sample of her ginger wine and
have a pasty; the perfect lunch idea!
13. Noggins Corner Farm – Ian is back and will be bringing fresh
rhubarb and a supply of other fresh vegetables!
14. Pat’s Preserves – Pat will have some fudge this week. His Sugar
Free Blueberry Jam is ready! Pat is a honey of a guy but he sells some
also. “Time for BBQ so get your marinades and meat rubs for the
season and don't forget Pats rib sauce” Did you know that Pat’s Fig &
Grand Marnier Jam, his 3 Fruit Marmalade & his Sweet & Tangy Pepper Jelly are
now being served at Obladee Wine Bar on Barrington Street? Pat’s products are
 now also available next to the Halifax Ferry Terminal at Murphy’s Cable Wharf.
Pat has wedding favours with personalized labels. Email:
patspreserves@eastlink.ca for a quote or stop by the market.
15. Ratinaud - Frederic is back again with his score of French Cuisine
products. He will be bringing pâtés, rillettes, and quiches!
16. Schoolhouse Gluten-Free Gourmet – Jen will be
bringing all of your favourites; 6pk biscuits: $6, Pie Shells: $6.50,
Focaccia Rounds with caramelized onions, roasted garlic, sun dried
tomatoes & fresh parsley: $3.75 and more. Order ahead by calling
(902) 237-2482 or email info@schoolhouseglutenfreegourmet.com
17. In the next few weeks look for Spice of Life Artisan Foods with their
delicious baked goods.

We’re back
outside!
Come visit us on the
lawn/terrace area of
the parking lot!
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For more information about the Market contact Karen Mills
Phone 473-7048 e-mail: Karen.mills@cdha.nshealth.ca