06.01.20 - At the Market Tonight
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Our hearts are hurting today. As a community-minded operation that has been active for over 11 years, we've always been proud to play host to organizations, businesses, and shoppers from all walks of life and with an extraordinarily wide variety of personal and political beliefs. As we prepare to open tonight, we cannot ignore what is happening around us, in our own community, and in communities across the country. While our political actions as a market have always centered on the politics of food (Eating is a political act!), we are keenly aware that those politics are also a critical piece of the larger discussion of racial equality in this country. Food is a human right, and so is life without fear. We, as the market producers, stand with the protesters in demanding real and lasting systemic changes in this country. We cannot ignore the unjust deaths of black people at the hands of police, of people in positions of power, because we believe that black lives matter.
The generally positive vibe at the market means we've never really felt the need to say this "out loud," but we're saying it now and we'll keep saying it: Our market is built on community and inclusivity. We will not tolerate any racist behavior or hatred. We're in the business of supporting the people who produce good, quality local food, by connecting them with the people who want and need the joy and nourishment it provides. We think those connections are building blocks for a community that cares for one another.
Our little market is just a tiny fragment of all the things that are happening in our community today. But we will be open, because we believe in feeding our community and it's what we do best. We hope you'll join us in finding ways, every day, to contribute to your community, to support justice, and to strive to be anti-racist.
With Gratitude,
Gabby Lothrop
Market Director
Here's our vendor lineup for tonight:
Avenue A Eatery
Handmade, Colombian Vegan Eats. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)
Azalea Acres Farm
Pasture-raised chickens and eggs from Osteen. (Facebook)
This week's selection includes:
Fresh Eggs
Cornish Hens
Adirondack Blue Potatoes (!!!)
Onions
The Bearded Vegan
Dairy-free ice cream and other vegan-friendly goods, including Jamaican patties. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)
Ceylon Hut
A family business serving up authentic Sri Lankan street food. (Facebook/Instagram)
Pre-order available (order through Facebook DM).
Edward's Gourmet Confections
Offering a variety of baked sweets, from brownies and cookies to cakes and pies, with gluten-free options available. (Facebook/Instagram)
Greenworks Orlando
Can’t compost at home? Bring your food waste (dairy, meat and bones included!!) to the market and learn about the kitchen recycling services available for free to @thecitybeautiful City of Orlando residents.
Heart of Christmas Farm
Raw milk and raw milk cheeses, local honey, and more. (Facebook)
Lyle Lane Cosmetics
Handmade body care products, soaps, hair care and more.
(Website/Instagram)
Microganic Farm
Microganic Farm produces pounds of Living Microgreens using Certified Organic Seeds and Non-GMO, No Chemical Fertilizers, and No Pesticides.(Facebook/Instagram)
Miller's Edible Plants
Backyard plant nursery specializing in a variety of edible plant starts such as tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, melons and much more! (Facebook)
Nearby Naturals
Orlando's Finest Urban Mushroom Farm. Gourmet mushrooms grown just a few miles from the market! (Instagram)
Orlando City Kombucha
Locally-brewed, high quality kombucha available by the glass and in refillable bottles & growlers. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)
Second Breakfast
Gluten-free foods, local rare fruit, jams and preserves, edible plants. (Facebook/Instagram)
Thrown by Hand
Small batch handcrafted pottery inspired by the beauty of food and nature. (Instagram)
Wild Ocean Seafood
Wild-caught seafood, fresh from Florida's waters. Pre-orders only; check in with their booth to get in the loop. (Facebook/Instagram)
Winter Park Urban Farm
Vegetables grown to organic standards right in Winter Park. (Website/Instagram)