The sun has been (mostly) shining all week, and that’s a good thing! The farmers are all pleased to see some more summer-like weather. It’s been a slow growing season so far, but the market season is up and running. Did you make it last week? What was the best thing you picked up?

This week at the market we are pleased to have local singer Curtis Parry. We are thrilled that the entertainment this season is sponsored by The Heritage Grill. Allyson Grant will be in attendance painting faces and don’t miss the kids’ craft area courtesy of local realtor Derrick Thornhill. Our non profit this week is Urban Academy. New this week, check out the Art in the Park featured artist in the middle of the market!

You can reach the market via transit by taking the 106 bus or the Skytrain to Columbia Street Station and walking to the market at 4th and Royal. Parking is available in the neighbourhood or at City Hall’s lot after 4:30. Please respect our neighbours. A bike rack is located at the lower end of the market, or you can always drop it off to the fine folks at our info desk at the top end of the market.

Here’s a list of the vendors signed up for the market this week. Cancellations and changes do happen, so check back for an updated list.

Eat On Site

• Samosa Guy – hot vegetarian samosas, as well as frozen take home samosas
• Eli’s Serious Sausage – handmade pork sausages grilled to perfection
• Gogo Java – Coffee, tea, smoothies, juice, and other liquids
• Off the Wagon – tacos hot, fast, and fresh
• Ovenmonkey Bakery – selling fresh Langos – Hungarian fried flatbread

Produce

• Apple Barn Pumpkin Farm – Peppers, tomatoes, apples & pumpkins
• Celyddon Farms – Certified organic produce from Delta
• Felix Farms – Guichon Farms – produce from Delta
• Forstbauer Family Natural Food Farm – organic produce, eggs, and beef
• Glen Valley Organic Farm – certified organic produce from a farm located only 50km from New Westminster
• Maan Farms – assorted locally grown produce
• Nature Village Farm – Asian produce, potted herbs, and mushrooms grown in Richmond
• Training Wheels Farm – locally produced on a 2 acre plot in Surrey

Dairy

• Greendale Herb and Vine – Cheddar cheese, cheese curds, herbs, nut butters and honeycomb
• Little Qualicum Cheeseworks – High quality cheese from Vancouver Island

Meat & Fish

• Outwest Ranches – beef raised locally and fresh eggs
• Port Hardy Seafood – BC caught fish and prawns
• Rockweld Farm – BC frozen chicken and chicken products including eggs

Bread & Baking

• A Bread Affair – Breads
• Blackberry Hill – squares, cinnamon buns, and old fashioned yummies like crisp rice squares
• French Made Baking – French-from-France baking.
• High Crow Gluten Free Foods – celiac friendly gluten free baking
• Julia’s Cakes and Cupcakes – fancy cupcakes
• Sunrise Pita Company – pitas, chips, dips, baklava and and banana bread
• Sweet Thea Cake Company – tarts, pies, cookies, and cakes

Delectable Treats and Prepared Yummies

• Ace Curries To Go – curry sauces
• AJI Gourmet Products – sauces made using aji spice
• Gary’s Kettlecorn – Kettlecorn
• Gourmet Savories – antipasto and pesto
• Jane’s Honey Bees – honey and other bee products
• Nonna Pia’s Gourmet Sauces – balsamic based sauces
• Simply Delish Soup Co – layered soup mix, rice pilaf mix, and spice rubs

Local Crafters

• Alma Valle Fine Silver Jewelry – handcrafted sterling silver original jewelry
• Black Bamboo Artisans – hand made glazed pottery and knitting
• Ildiko Jewelry – hand forged sterling silver jewelry
• The Magpie’s Nest – stunning hand made jewelry in silver
• Quality Oak Accents – Fine wood creations
• Scentimental Creations – Soaps, lotions, hand made cosmetics

Can you believe it’s finally here? Yes, it’s true! Summer season is back in Tipperary Park at 4th and Royal  in New Westminster starting Thursday, June 9th. This year we are pleased to announce we’ve added extra hot food vendors to make your afternoon complete. Each market has 40 vendors signed up so we’re packed to the very top.

Our opening market this year will feature a return appearance by the fine folks at the Seymour Artillery Historical Association to continue to tradition of blowing off a cannon, as well as BC’s Best Teen Band, The Knots. We are thrilled that the entertainment this season is sponsored by The Heritage Grill. Allyson Grant will be in attendance painting faces and this year we are pleased to be offering a kids’ activity and craft area at every market courtesy of local realtor Derrick Thornhill.

Last year we opened the market in the rainy, wet weather and this year the forecast predicts nice and sunny weather. We hope we see you at the market to kick off our 2011 Summer Season.

You can reach the market via transit by taking the 106 bus or the Skytrain to Columbia Street Station and walking to the market at 4th and Royal. Parking is available in the neighbourhood or at City Hall’s lot after 4:30. Please respect our neighbours. A bike rack is located at the lower end of the market, or you can always drop it off to the fine folks at our info desk at the top end of the market.

Here’s a list of the vendors signed up for the market June 9th (updated June 9th):

Eat On Site

• Samosa Guy – hot vegetarian samosas, as well as frozen take home samosas
• Eli’s Serious Sausage – handmade pork sausages grilled to perfection
• Gogo Java – Coffee, tea, smoothies, juice, and other liquids
• Off the Wagon – tacos hot, fast, and fresh
• Ovenmonkey Bakery – selling fresh Langos – Hungarian fried flatbread
• Westvan Foods – hot locally grown roasted corn with your choice of trimmings

Produce

• Apple Barn Pumpkin Farm – Peppers, tomatoes, apples & pumpkins
• Celyddon Farms – Certified organic produce from Delta
• Forstbauer Farms – beef, eggs, early greens
• Glen Valley Organic Farm – certified organic produce from a farm located only 50km from New Westminster
• Nature Village Farm – Asian produce, potted herbs, and mushrooms grown in Richmond

Dairy

• Greendale Herb and Vine – Cheddar cheese, cheese curds, herbs, nut butters and honeycomb
• Little Qualicum Cheeseworks – High quality cheese from Vancouver Island

Meat & Fish

• Outwest Ranches – beef raised locally and fresh eggs
• Port Hardy Seafood – BC caught fish and prawns
• Rockweld Farm – frozen chicken and chicken products

Bread & Baking

• A Bread Affair – Breads
• Blackberry Hill – squares, cinnamon buns, and old fashioned yummies like crisp rice squares
• French Made Baking – French-from-France baking.
• Julia’s Cakes and Cupcakes – artisan cakes and cupcakes
• Sunrise Pita Company – pitas, chips, dips, baklava and and banana bread
• Sweet Delights – vegan baking
• Sweet Thea Cake Company – tarts, pies, cookies, and cakes

Delectable Treats and Prepared Yummies

• AJI Gourmet Products – sauces made using aji spice
• Anne’s Gallery – Jams, jellies & knitting
• Gary’s Kettlecorn – Kettlecorn
• Gourmet Savories – antipasto and pesto
• Maples’ Sugar Shack – maple syrup products
• Momma Nellie’s Goodies – Salsa, crisps, and cranberry jelly
• Nonna Pia’s Gourmet Sauces – balsamic based sauces
• Simply Delish Soup Co – layered soup mix, rice pilaf mix, and spice rubs

Local Crafters

• Dingolay Glass Creations – African and Caribbean fused glass jewelry
• Ildiko Jewelry – hand forged sterling silver jewelry
• Kiki Kid’s Wear – hand designed, cut, and made kids clothing with a designer edge
• Magnetite Jewelry by Gina – magnetite jewelry custom fit
• The Other Eden – cold process soaps scented with essential & fragrance oils, room sprays, body products
• Quality Oak Accents – Fine wood creations

Gardening

• i-Dig Gardening – soil amenders and compost additions