06.08.20 - At the Market Tonight

With everything that has been happening in the world around us, including in our community, it has been a real gift to reconnect with our awesome local food community these last few weeks.  We can hardly believe this is our fourth week back in operation.  I want to take the opportunity to thank our amazing vendors and shoppers for venturing out into this world each week in order to connect over local food.  It's important to have good ways to feed our community, and we're grateful to be one of the places where that can happen.  The market is open, rain or shine tonight, and we're looking forward to seeing all of you there. 

With Gratitude,

Gabby Lothrop 
Market Director

Here's our vendor lineup for tonight (Subject to change due to weather):

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 

Ceylon Hut 
A family business serving up authentic Sri Lankan street food. (Facebook/Instagram)
Pre-order available (order through Facebook DM).

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)

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)

06.01.20 - At the Market Tonight

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)
 

05.25.20 - Rain or Shine at the Market Tonight

We were thrilled to re-open last week, and are grateful to everyone for taking extra precautions to make it as safe and comfortable as possible to support local business. 

Of course we don't love that it's raining today (but our gardens love it!), but we're sticking to the plan and setting up rain or shine.  So grab your umbrella and stock up on local goodies at the market!

Along with a smaller market, you'll see an updated layout, partly due to the expanded outdoor seating for Stardust, and partly to make it a little easier to social distance while shopping.  We'll be following county guidelines on mask use and social distancing, and are encouraging shoppers to follow them as well.  We are providing a handwashing station for guests and vendors to use as needed.  We're asking to limit one customer per booth at a time, in order to maintain safe social distance, and we ask that you treat the market as a grocery store and takeout counter.  Some vendors will be keeping the product visible but not touchable, and will safely package it for you.  We're not ready to bring back the communal tables and live music, but we look forward to the day that we can. 

Please check with vendors about options for ordering for pickup or delivery.  Many of them already have those services in place, and others are working on making them available.  We will also be sharing that information online throughout this period.  

And be sure to visit the Stardust walk-up window!  They'll be offering up a limited menu along with coffee, tea, cocktails and soft drinks.  Thank you for helping us to keep our first market back as safe as possible, and for continuing to support our community of incredible purveyors. 

With Gratitude,

Gabby Lothrop 
Market Director

Here's our vendor lineup for tonight (Subject to change slightly due to weather):

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):

• Curry Rice Box - White Rice, Chicken Curry, Pineapple Curry, Yellow Lentils & Fresh Salad

• Chicken Kottu - Stir-fry shredded Roti mixed with vegetables, Egg and chicken curry 

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)

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)

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)

05.18.2020 - At the Market Tonight

Tonight we’ll be open from 5-8 with a socially distant setup, a hand washing station, and masks. We do consider local food essential, and we’re hoping we can provide a safe way to shop for it.

As our amazing local purveyors continue to adapt to the "new normal," some will be returning sooner than others.  We'll send a vendor list out with each week's newsletter, and will be updating day-of on our website.  

Along with a smaller market, you'll see an updated layout, partly due to the expanded outdoor seating for Stardust, and partly to make it a little easier to social distance while shopping.  We'll be following county guidelines on mask use and social distancing, and are encouraging shoppers to follow them as well.  We are providing a handwashing station for guests and vendors to use as needed.  We're asking to limit one customer per booth at a time, in order to maintain safe social distance, and we ask that you treat the market as a grocery store and takeout counter.  Some vendors will be keeping the product visible but not touchable, and will safely package it for you.  We're not ready to bring back the communal tables and live music, but we look forward to the day that we can. 

Please check with vendors about options for ordering for pickup or delivery.  Many of them already have those services in place, and others are working on making them available.  We will also be sharing that information online throughout this period.  

And be sure to visit the Stardust walk-up window!  They'll be offering up a limited menu along with coffee, tea, cocktails and soft drinks.  Thank you for helping us to keep our first market back as safe as possible, and for continuing to support our community of incredible purveyors. 

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)

Black Cat Baked Goods 
Black Cat Baked Goods is a one-woman cottage micro-bakery based in Orlando, FL. All products are lovingly made by hand, in small batches.  (Facebook/Instagram)

Ceylon Hut 
A family business serving up authentic Sri Lankan street food. (Facebook/Instagram)
Pre-order available (order through Facebook DM):

• Rice Meal - Yellow Rice, Chicken Curry, White Jackfruit Curry/ Kiri Kos (A creamy white Jackfruit curry cooked in coconut milk), Deep-Fried Eggplant with Onions & Salad  -$13,

• Rice Family Meal  -$45

• Rice vegetarian meal - Yellow Rice, White Jackfruit Curry/ Kiri Kos (A creamy white Jackfruit curry cooked in coconut milk), Deep-Fried Eggplant with Onions & Salad - $12

• Chicken Kottu - Stir-fry shredded Roti mixed with vegetables, Egg and chicken curry  - $11

• Kottu Family meal ( serves 5 to 6) - $50

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)

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)
This week's selection includes:

• Eggplants and plants

• papayas

• tomato plants

• elderberry bushes

• moringa and more

Second Breakfast 
Gluten-free foods, local rare fruit, jams and preserves, edible plants. (Facebook/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)

We're Cautiously Re-opening on May 18, 5-8 pm

This coming Monday marks two whole months since the last time we popped up in the Stardust parking lot.  We've missed you, and we hope you've been safe and healthy through all this.  We’ve been agonizing about how best to open while being mindful of safety, and were ready to give it a try. On Monday, May 18th, we’ll be open from 5-8 with a socially distant setup, a hand washing station, and masks. We do consider local food essential, and we’re hoping we can provide a safe way to shop for it.

As our amazing local purveyors continue to adapt to the "new normal," some will be returning sooner than others.  We'll send a vendor list out with each week's newsletter, and will be updating day-of on our website.  

Along with a smaller market, you'll see an updated layout, partly due to the expanded outdoor seating for Stardust, and partly to make it a little easier to social distance while shopping.  We'll be following county guidelines on mask use and social distancing, and are encouraging shoppers to follow them as well.  We are providing a handwashing station for guests and vendors to use as needed.  We're asking to limit one customer per booth at a time, in order to maintain safe social distance, and we ask that you treat the market as a grocery store and takeout counter.  Some vendors will be keeping the product visible but not touchable, and will safely package it for you.  We're not ready to bring back the communal tables and live music, but we look forward to the day that we can. 

Please check with vendors about options for ordering for pickup or delivery.  Many of them already have those services in place, and others are working on making them available.  We will also be sharing that information online throughout this period.  

And be sure to visit the Stardust walk-up window!  They'll be offering up a limited menu along with coffee, tea, cocktails and soft drinks.  Thank you for helping us to keep our first market back as safe as possible, and for continuing to support our community of incredible purveyors. 

With Gratitude,

Gabby Lothrop 
Market Director

Here's our vendor lineup for tonight (we'll post updates on Monday if we add more names to this list):

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):

• Rice Meal - Yellow Rice, Chicken Curry, White Jackfruit Curry/ Kiri Kos (A creamy white Jackfruit curry cooked in coconut milk), Deep-Fried Eggplant with Onions & Salad  -$13,

• Rice Family Meal  -$45

• Rice vegetarian meal - Yellow Rice, White Jackfruit Curry/ Kiri Kos (A creamy white Jackfruit curry cooked in coconut milk), Deep-Fried Eggplant with Onions & Salad - $12

• Chicken Kottu - Stir-fry shredded Roti mixed with vegetables, Egg and chicken curry  - $11

• Kottu Family meal ( serves 5 to 6) - $50

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)

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)
This week's selection includes:

• Eggplants and plants

• papayas

• tomato plants

• elderberry bushes

• moringa and more

Second Breakfast 
Gluten-free foods, local rare fruit, jams and preserves, edible plants. (Facebook/Instagram)

Missing the Market: How to Shop from our Vendors During The Hiatus

Well, it’s been 2 weeks since our last market, and we are really missing our weekly gathering with our awesome local food community. Due to a combination factors (safety concerns, limited resources, etc), the market will continue to be closed at this time. Our team will continue to look for ways to bring back the market while still appeasing both vendor and customer concerns, but in the meantime, we want you to know there are still ways to connect with the awesome local producers and purchase products and food from them. Until we can reconvene at Stardust on a Monday night, we’ll be dreaming of the good days and using these alternative options!

Below is a list of our current vendors (along with some recent vendors) and how to get in touch with them to inquire about pre-ordering, delivery, and pop-up options. As we get more details, we’ll update this list:

• Avenue A Eatery: Contact information available at www.avenueaeatery.com

• Azalea Acres Farm has teamed up with Keely Farms Dairy for deliveries of chicken, pork, beef, and raw dairy products. They may be partnering with local produce farmers to include veggie boxes in the near future.

  • Visit www.keelyfarmsdairy.com for ordering information and delivery schedules.

• The Barefoot Farmer (Tomazin Farms) is working with the Farmacy to provide produce at the Farm Store at Lake Meadow Naturals Farm.

  • visit http://www.lakemeadownaturals.com/ for more information.

• The Bearded Vegan: Still delivering Patties and Sea Moss products around town.

  • Contact information available at www.thebeardedveganshop.com

  • Instagram: @thebeardedveganshop

  • Facebook: facebook.com/thebeardedveganshop

• Black Cat Baked Goods: Angela is delivering bread weekly, with contact-free payment and delivery. Follow her on social media for details, and DM your order by 11 am Tuesday for Wednesday Delivery.

  • Instagram: @blackcatbakedgoods

  • Facebook: facebook.com/blackcatbakedgoodsfl

• Caycakes Bake Shop: Online ordering and contact information available at www.ccbakeshoporl.com

• Ceylon Hut is offering individual meals and family style meals for preorder and pick up at Redlight Redlight on Thursday and Saturday. If those days don’t work for you, please contact them to see about other pickup options. Visit them on Social Media for menu and ordering options.

  • Instagram: @theceylonhut

  • Facebok: facebook.com/ceylonhut

  • Email: theceylonhut@gmail.com

• Edward’s Gourmet Confections: Delivering baked goods and coffee in the area for orders $20 or higher. Visit the Facebook page for ordering detail and contact information

  • www.facebook.com/sweetsbyedward/

• Enamored with Nature: Delivery of plant-based milks, wellness products, and body care available in the area. Visit www.facebook.com/enamoredwithnature/ for available products and contact Amanda via Facebook DM or via email

  • Email: enamoredwithnature@gmail.com

• Ever Oak Farm is hosting a farmstand on Sundays from 9 am to 1 pm. They are also selling veggie boxes for delivery, and their produce is available for ordering though Hinckley’s Fancy Meats delivery service.

  • Instagram: @everoakfarm

  • Hinckley’s: www.hinckleymeats.com/shop

• Heart of Christmas Farm: The Kann Family is opening their farm stand from 12-5 on Sundays.. Use the contact information at http://hocfarms.com/ to get more information.

• Hohmmade CBD: Contact information available at www.hohmmadecbd.com

• Island Breeze Spices: Contact islandbreezespices@gmail.com for ordering information.

• Live Food Experience: Contact Adam directly about ordering information

  • Email: livefoodexperience@live.com

  • Phone: 904-714-5338

• Lyle Lane Cosmetics: Online ordering available at www.lylelanecosmetics.com

  • Instagram: @lylelanecosmetics

• Melatta: Contact information available at www.melatta.com

• Microganic Farm: Delivery available.

  • Contact information available via https://www.instagram.com/microganic/

• Miller’s Edible Plant Garden: Contact information available at https://www.facebook.com/Millers-Edible-Plant-Garden-2012396132333089/

• Nearby Naturals: Online ordering and local delivery available.

  • Details and contact information at https://nearbynaturalsfl.com/

• Orlando City Kombucha: Contact information available at

  • http://www.orlandocitykombucha.com/

• O-Town Compost: Valet compost subscription service available.

  • Details at www.o-towncompost.com

• The Paleo Bakery: Online ordering available.

  • Details at https://www.thepaleobakery.com/

• The Proper Pickle Company: Contact information available at

  • https://www.facebook.com/theproperpicklecompany/

• Spice Affair: Contact information available at www.thespiceaffair.com

• Wild Ocean Seafood: Pre-orders available for pickup in the neighborhood once a week.. Join the mailing list here to get an availability list and ordering information each week.

• Winter Park Urban Farm is offering home delivery, and popping up at East End Market. Follow or DM on Instagram for updates.

  • Instagram: @wpurbanfarm

We hope that we can continue serving local consumers and small business as we get through this time of uncertainty. We cannot wait to see everyone again, in one place, when things are better.

Best,

Gabby Lothrop, Market Director

03.16.2020 - Tonight's our Last Market for a While.

We're Open Tonight.

Well, we made it to Monday, and the market is open tonight, with multiple measures aimed at protecting everyone's safety.  With things developing as quickly as they are, it's with heavy hearts that we share that this will likely be our last market for a while.  As a farmers market, we serve the roles of grocery store,  a pop-up cafe, an accelerator for small business, a support system for local purveyors, and proudly, a gathering for community.  It's the gathering part that's making this tough. 

With that news, we're using this opportunity to to get some fresh produce and provisions to help get us through this time of social distancing.  We're asking that you'll join us in foregoing the "gathering part" (usually one of our favorite parts), and treat the market as a grocery store and takeout counter.  Below are some key details about tonight's market.  

• We have adjusted the layout to put more space in the aisles and more space between vendors. 

• We are asking to limit one customer per booth at a time. 

• We will not have any communal tables or high-tops for dining on site.  We ask that you purchase hot foods as takeout.

• Disposable gloves will be provided to vendors (and as an option for shoppers). 

• A hand washing station will be available out in the market.  

• Vendors have been advised of precautionary measures, including frequent hand washing, cleaning of hard surfaces, and safe handling of food. 

• Please check with vendors about options for ordering for pickup or delivery.  Many of them already have those services in place, and others are working on making them available.  We will also be sharing that information online.  

In a bit of a twist of irony, we are welcoming a new vendor to the market family tonight.  Winter Park Urban Farm will be joining us tonight with freshly-harvested produce that has only been handled by one person, Farmer Mason.  While we hate that this is the way he's getting started with us, we're grateful for the boost of healthy veggies at a time like this.  Please give him a warm welcome (but from a safe distance).  

Thank you for continuing to support our community of incredible purveyors. 

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. 

The Barefoot Farmer 
Fresh-picked vegetables from Farmer Paul Tomazin in Samsula, FL.

The Bearded Vegan 
Dairy-free ice cream and other vegan-friendly goods, including Jamaican patties. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)

Black Cat Baked Goods 
Black Cat Baked Goods is a one-woman cottage micro-bakery based in Orlando, FL. Their products are lovingly made by hand, in small batches.  (Facebook/Instagram)

Enamored with Nature
Wholesome Body Care and Wellness Support. Handmade small batch well sourced non-toxic and effective products.  (Facebook/Instagram)

Heart of Christmas Farm
Raw milk and raw milk cheeses, local honey, and more. Also selling fresh veggies on behalf of The Barefoot Farmer. (Facebook)

Hohmmade CBD 
A mission-based hemp flower oil crafter (Website)

Island Breeze Spices
Handcrafted, gourmet sauces and spices made only with fresh, natural ingredients. GMO, HFCS & MSG free. (Facebook)

Microganic Farm
Microganic Farm produces pounds of Living Microgreens using Certified Organic Seeds and Non-GMO, No Chemical Fertilizers, and No Pesticides.(Facebook/Instagram)

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)

The Proper Pickle 
A variety of handmade pickles hand-packed on site.  (Facebook/Instagram)

Winter Park Urban Farm
Organic vegetables grown right in Winter Park.  (Website/Instagram)

Update about COVID19 (Novel Coronavirus) and the Market

We've been monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely, as I'm sure you all have.  At this time, we are NOT planning to close the market.  We believe if grocery stores are remaining open, we should also make an effort to stay open.  While we only represent a small segment of the local economy, it’s important to us to remain available as long as possible both for our local consumers and our producers, who are all small business owners. We have looked to what farmers markets throughout the country, including those in highly affected cities, are doing in light of this situation. After consulting with trusted partners and monitoring City of Orlando and CDC recommendations, we are taking the following precautionary measures:

1. We are asking any vendor or customer who is feeling sick or does not feel comfortable participating in the market to go ahead and skip it.  We will be publishing our vendor list each Monday morning to give you the most up-to-date information we can on who will be there.

2. We will be adjusting the market layout to put more space between vendors and widen the aisleways to make "social distance" easier for shoppers and vendors. 

3. We will be providing gloves to market vendors, customers, and staff for the handling of money, tokens, and other items.

4.  We are adding a small handwashing station to supplement the facilities available inside Stardust, along with additional refuse containers. 

6. For the time being, we are removing the communal seating.

7. We’re encouraging pre-orders whenever possible. Many of our vendors already take pre-orders, making it easier to drop by and make a quick pickup. This also helps vendors gauge how much to bring to market during these unpredictable times. Below is a list of our current vendors and how to get in touch with them to inquire about pre-ordering options. As we get more details, we’ll update this list:

• Avenue A Eatery: Contact information available at www.avenueaeatery.com

• The Bearded Vegan: Contact information available at www.thebeardedveganshop.com

• Black Cat Baked Goods: pre-orders can be made by emailing blackcatbakedgoods@gmail.com by 5 pm the Saturday before the market.

• Caycakes Bake Shop: Online ordering and contact information available at www.ccbakeshoporl.com

• Edward’s Gourmet Confections: Contact information available at www.facebook.com/sweetsbyedward/

• Enamored with Nature: Contact information available at www.facebook.com/enamoredwithnature/

• Fleet Farming: CSA shares are available for pickup at the market. Details at www.fleetfarming.org/csa

• Heart of Christmas Farm: Pre-orders available. Use the contact information at http://hocfarms.com/ to get ordering information.

• Hohmmade CBD: Contact information available at www.hohmmadecbd.com

• Island Breeze Spices: Contact islandbreezespices@gmail.com

• Live Food Experience: Contact via instagram at https://www.instagram.com/raw_chef_adam/

• Melatta: Contact information available at www.melatta.com

• Microganic Farm: Pre-order and delivery available. Contact information available via https://www.instagram.com/microganic/

• Miller’s Edible Plant Garden: Contact information available at https://www.facebook.com/Millers-Edible-Plant-Garden-2012396132333089/

• Nearby Naturals: Online ordering available. Details and contact information at https://nearbynaturalsfl.com/

• Orlando City Kombucha: Contact information available at http://www.orlandocitykombucha.com/

• O-Town Compost: Valet compost subscription service available. Details at www.o-towncompost.com

• The Paleo Bakery: Pre-orders and online ordering available. Details at https://www.thepaleobakery.com/

• The Proper Pickle Company: Contact information available at https://www.facebook.com/theproperpicklecompany/

• Spice Affair: Contact information available at www.thespiceaffair.com

• Wild Ocean Seafood: Pre-orders available. Join the mailing list here to get an availability list and ordering information each Monday.

We hope that we can continue serving local consumers and small business as we get through this time of uncertainty. Hope to see you (however briefly!) at the market.

Best,

Gabby Lothrop, Market Director

03.02.2020 - At the Market Tonight

Happy March!  We made it to a new month, and we're excited as always to roll out some of our favorite local purveyors at tonight's market.  Tonight we have some old friends popping up, so it's going to be extra special.  R&B Organics is making an appearance with some of Farmer Dan's fresh-picked produce, straight from the farm in Melbourne.  And the awesome girls of Semilla Nativa are popping up!  We've missed them since they relocated to Miami, and we're excited that they are able to join us for tonight's market. We missed their vegan pestos and gluten-free savory baked goods. 

We're also happy to announce that after a few weeks on hiatus, Purgatory will be back tonight to add their yummy vegan food to the mix. And Thrown by Hand will be making their monthly appearance with functional pottery to serve all your delicious market finds on!

Hope to see you at the market!

Cheers,

Gabby Lothrop 
Market Director

Here's our vendor lineup for tonight:

Avenue A Eatery 
Handmade, Colombian Vegan Eats. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)

The Bearded Vegan 
Dairy-free ice cream and other vegan-friendly goods, including Jamaican patties. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)

Black Cat Baked Goods 
Black Cat Baked Goods is a one-woman cottage micro-bakery based in Orlando, FL. Their products are lovingly made by hand, in small batches.  (Facebook/Instagram)

CayCakes Bakery
A local, plant-based bakery touting organic ingredients and allergy-friendly options.  (Website/Facebook/Instagram)

Ceylon Hut 
A family business serving up authentic Sri Lankan street food. (Facebook/Instagram)

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)

Enamored with Nature
Wholesome Body Care and Wellness Support. Handmade small batch well sourced non-toxic and effective products.  (Facebook/Instagram)

Fleet Farming
A hyper-local, bike-powered urban farming program with a small-scale distributed agriculture system. (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
Hydroponic veggies, raw milk and raw milk cheeses, local honey, and more. (Facebook)

Hohmmade CBD 
A mission-based hemp flower oil crafter (Website)

Live Food Experience
Provisions for Raw, Vegan living. Holy basil (Tulsi) Plants and tea, butterfly pea plants and tea, morninga powder and plants, flax crackers (Website/Instagram)

Lyle Lane Cosmetics
Handmade body care products and more. 
(Website/Instagram)

Melatta 
Delicious, unique, plant-based fruit spreads and yogurts made with health in mind. (Website/Facebook/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)

The Paleo Bakery *NEW
Paleo-friendly baking mixes, elderberry syrup and more.  (Website/Instagram)

The Proper Pickle 
A variety of handmade pickles hand-packed on site.  (Facebook/Instagram)

Purgatory LLC 
A vegan pop-up here to satisfy #devilishdelights and #angelicappetites in Central Florida. (Instagram)

R&B Organics
Fresh-picked produce from a family farm in Melbourne.  

Semilla Nativa 
Artisan producers of pesto, muffins, pancake mixes, and other products; focused on natural ingredients, vegan- and gluten-free options.  (Facebook)

Spice Affair 
Homemade Indian food made with carefully-selected ingredients (Website)

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)

02.24.2020 - At the Market Tonight

We're on a mission to make Monday better with lots of yummy local food and more at the market tonight.  Miller's Edible Plants is back after a long hiatus, offering up fresh produce and edible plant starters for your home garden.  Ready or Knots is also here for a popup this week with planter hangers, houseplants, and other handmade goods. Oralba Shoes will also be on site, with handcrafted shoes designed and made by an artist.  

We're also happy to report that Black Cat Baked Goods is bringing back english muffins this week - scoop them up early; they sell out every time!  All that and much more await you at tonight's market.    

Hope to see you at the market!

Cheers,

Gabby Lothrop 
Market Director

Here's our vendor lineup for tonight:

Avenue A Eatery 
Handmade, Colombian Vegan Eats. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)

The Bearded Vegan 
Dairy-free ice cream and other vegan-friendly goods, including Jamaican patties. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)

Black Cat Baked Goods 
Black Cat Baked Goods is a one-woman cottage micro-bakery based in Orlando, FL. Their products are lovingly made by hand, in small batches.  (Facebook/Instagram)

Ceylon Hut 
A family business serving up authentic Sri Lankan street food. (Facebook/Instagram)

Enamored with Nature
Wholesome Body Care and Wellness Support. Handmade small batch well sourced non-toxic and effective products.  (Facebook/Instagram)

Fleet Farming
A hyper-local, bike-powered urban farming program with a small-scale distributed agriculture system. (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
Hydroponic veggies, raw milk and raw milk cheeses, local honey, and more. (Facebook)

Hohmmade CBD 
A mission-based hemp flower oil crafter (Website)

Live Food Experience
Provisions for Raw, Vegan living. Holy basil (Tulsi) Plants and tea, butterfly pea plants and tea, morninga powder and plants, flax crackers (Website/Instagram)

Lyle Lane Cosmetics
Handmade body care products 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)

O-Town Compost 
A local sustainability-minded startup offering residential composting services, soil amendments, and more.  (Website/Facebook/Instagram)

Oralba Shoes
Handcrafted, wearable art from an accomplished artist of many mediums (Website)

Orlando City Kombucha 
Locally-brewed, high quality kombucha available by the glass and in refillable bottles & growlers. (Website/Facebook/Instagram)

The Proper Pickle 
A variety of handmade pickles hand-packed on site.  
(Facebook/Instagram)

Ready or Knots
Plants, macrame hangers, wall art, and boho jewelry. (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)