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Belmont Street Stamp Card!

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Until April 18th You Could Win $50 in Market Money Every Month!

Grab your Belmont Street Stamp card at any business on Belmont Street or at the Farmers Market. Every time you make a purchase on Belmont Street from any merchant or any Farmers Market vendor earn a stamp. When your card is full, enter it into the draw at the New West Farmers Market Info Booth. Enter as many cards as you can fill and every month we will draw for our lucky winner of $50 in Farmers Market Money.

Fill up your cards and enter! Questions? You can reach us at info@newwestfarmers.ca or swing by the Info Booth!

Saturday February 18th Market Day

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What a trip our last market was! Thank you to all the winter warriors and loyal customers who braved the New West slush to come and support our local vendors!

We are glad to have our regularly scheduled weather program for this up coming weekend. So pop by the market to see what our vendors have to offer!

Join us on Saturday February 4 from 11am to 3pm on Belmont Street between 6th Street and 7th Street. Our location is nestled in the heart of Uptown New Westminster and is accessible by transit, car, bike and for those of you walking from nearby neighborhoods.

Be sure to visit the vendors situated in our big marquee tent sponsored by the wonderful folks of the Uptown Business Association. You’ll find many of your favourite vendors under the tent as well as some new faces.

Driving to the market? FREE PARKING is available at Westminster Centre, directly across the street from Belmont Street. If you are taking transit the #106 bus stops at 5th avenue and 6th street.

Join us on Belmont Street for lunch! Enjoy a relaxing chai tea at the recently re-opened Uptown Parklet!

A list of our vendors for February 18th can be found below. Please check out Facebook Page or Twitter for any last minute cancellations or updates.

 

What’s happening at the Market?

Make sure to pay a visit to the Mindful Mutts booth, a local award winning business  that caters to your dog walking, sitting and training purposes.

Entertainment 

 

Farm Fresh Produce

  • Ossome Acres -winter squash, kale, kalettes, Brussels sprouts, micro-greens, spinach, salad mix, lettuce, herbs, hand-milled soap, walnuts
  • Bose & Sons Family Farm – cauliflower, potatoes
  • Your Wildest Foods – foraged mushrooms, dried teas and fresh mushrooms
  • Nutrigreens – microgreens
  • Country Village Market – berries, frozen blueberries

Beef, Eggs, Poultry and Seafood

  • Rockweld Farm – BCSPCA-certified frozen chicken and chicken products including eggs, dog and cat food
  • Wild West Coast Seafoods –  flash frozen fillets of rock sole, petrale sole, rockfish, ling cod, Pacific cod, sablefish, chinook/spring salmon, coho salmon, sidestripe shrimp, halibut, albacore tuna loin.
  • Wheelhouse Seafoods – seafood pasta and crab cakes, frozen salmon and spot prawns
  • Local Beef & Eggs – purslane, onions, chives, rhubarb, eggs, kale

Artisan Breads

  • A Bread Affair – breads, baguettes, ciabattas, rolls, scones (Certified Organic)

Bakery

  • Sweet Thea Cakes – tarts, pies, cookies and cakes
  • Simply Scones – traditional English-style scones
  • Samaya Delights – turmeric muffins, baklava
  • Half Pint Pies – delicious little mason jar pies
  • Sable Shortbread –

Snacks

  • Gary’s Kettlecorn – kettle corn (traditional and caramel)
  • Handworks Coffee – single drip and hand-whisked matcha teas
  • KICS Lemonade – delicious lemonades and syrups

Eat On Site

  • Wheelhouse Seafoods – salmon burgers
  • Country Village Market – pakoras!
  • Eli’s Serious Sausage – hot dogs galore!

Prepared Foods (Pantry Staples)

  • Jam Shack Preservery – savoury spreads and jams
  • Lilise Applesauce -delicious gourmet applesauces
  • Old Country Pierogi –frozen pierogies (gluten free and vegan options available)
  • Muy Rico – salsas, mayonaise, mole sauces, tortilla chips and corn tortillas
  • Simply Delish Soups & Salads – delicious mixes for soups and more!
  • BobAli – tasty dips and hummus spreads
  • Real Meals – prepared frozen foods for healthy meals at home
  • Honey Bee Zen Apiary – New West honey and honey infused products
  • Anne’s Gallery – the best jams, chutneys and preserves and spiced peach jam!
  • Tasty & Nourishing – soups and stews
  • Sidney’s Smokehouse – locally made jerky
  • Kiki’s Kitchen – vegan soups
  • Sidney SmokeHouse – flavoured beef jerky
  • James Lewis Foods – granola bars
  • Artisan’s Way – nut butters and chocolates
  • Jam ‘n Music – award winning jams

Jewelry & Artisan Crafts

  • New World Felting -beautifully made felted scarves & hats
  • Ildiko Jewelry – handforged sterling silver jewelry
  • Quality Oak Accents – handmade quality cutting boards
  • Lighten Up Jewels – stones and jewels
  • Bits & Keys – quirky jewelry and cross-stitch

Health, Beauty & Services

  • Oh La La Cosmetics – all natural facial and haircare products
  • Purely Clean – natural handcrafted soaps and homecare products

Wine, Beer & Spirits

  • Dragon Mist Distillery – locally made vodka and gin

 

Special Thanks to our Music Stage Sponsor Roland Kaulfuss:

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Saturday February 4th Market Day

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The weather has been beautiful and we’re hoping the snow holds off and the blue skies remain for the market! Feeling heavy with everything happening in the world? Spend time with members of you community supporting local farmers.

Join us on Saturday February 4 from 11am to 3pm on Belmont Street between 6th Street and 7th Street. Our location is nestled in the heart of Uptown New Westminster and is accessible by transit, car, bike and for those of you walking from nearby neighborhoods.

Be sure to visit the vendors situated in our big marquee tent sponsored by the wonderful folks of the Uptown Business Association. You’ll find many of your favourite vendors under the tent as well as some new faces.

Driving to the market? FREE PARKING is available at Westminster Centre, directly across the street from Belmont Street. If you are taking transit the #106 bus stops at 5th avenue and 6th street.

Join us on Belmont Street for lunch! Enjoy a relaxing chai tea at the recently re-opened Uptown Parklet!

A list of our vendors for January 21 can be found below. Please check out Facebook Page or Twitter for any last minute cancellations or updates.

 

What’s happening at the Market?

Visit the Boucher Institute Of Naturopathic Medicine booth to get some information about the school, programs, workshops and all your naturopathic needs.

Entertainment 

Farm Fresh Produce

  • Ossome Acres -winter squash, kale, kalettes, Brussels sprouts, micro-greens, spinach, salad mix, lettuce, herbs, hand-milled soap, walnuts
  • Bose & Sons Family Farm – cauliflower, potatoes
  • Your Wildest Foods – foraged mushrooms, dried teas and fresh mushrooms
  • Nutrigreens – microgreens
  • Country Village Market – berries, frozen blueberries

Beef, Eggs, Poultry and Seafood

  • Rockweld Farm – BCSPCA-certified frozen chicken and chicken products including eggs, dog and cat food
  • Wild West Coast Seafoods –  flash frozen fillets of rock sole, petrale sole, rockfish, ling cod, Pacific cod, sablefish, chinook/spring salmon, coho salmon, sidestripe shrimp, halibut, albacore tuna loin.
  • Wheelhouse Seafoods – seafood pasta and crab cakes, frozen salmon and spot prawns
  • Local Beef & Eggs – purslane, onions, chives, rhubarb, eggs, kale

Artisan Breads

  • A Bread Affair – breads, baguettes, ciabattas, rolls, scones (Certified Organic)

Bakery

  • Sweet Thea Cakes – tarts, pies, cookies and cakes
  • Simply Scones – traditional English-style scones
  • Samaya Delights – turmeric muffins, baklava
  • Baguette & co. – french baguettes and pastries
  • Gesundheit Bakery – breads, pretzels

Snacks

  • Gary’s Kettlecorn – kettle corn (traditional and caramel)
  • Handworks Coffee – single drip and hand-whisked matcha teas
  • KICS Lemonade – delicious lemonades and syrups

Eat On Site

  • Wheelhouse Seafoods – salmon burgers
  • Country Village Market – pakoras!

Prepared Foods (Pantry Staples)

  • Jam Shack Preservery – savoury spreads and jams
  • Lilise Applesauce -delicious gourmet applesauces
  • Old Country Pierogi –frozen pierogies (gluten free and vegan options available)
  • Muy Rico – salsas, mayonaise, mole sauces, tortilla chips and corn tortillas
  • Simply Delish Soups & Salads – delicious mixes for soups and more!
  • BobAli – tasty dips and hummus spreads
  • Real Meals – prepared frozen foods for healthy meals at home
  • Honey Bee Zen Apiary – New West honey and honey infused products
  • Anne’s Gallery -jams, chutneys and preserves and spiced peach jam!
  • Tasty & Nourishing – soups and stews
  • Sidney’s Smokehouse – locally made jerky
  • Kiki’s Kitchen – vegan soups
  • Roasters Hot Sauce – flavoured hot sauces
  • Sidney SmokeHouse – flavoured beef jerky
  • The Salt Dispensary – craft salts

Jewelry & Artisan Crafts

  • New World Felting -beautifully made felted scarves & hats
  • Ildiko Jewelry – handforged sterling silver jewelry
  • Quality Oak Accents – handmade quality cutting boards

Health, Beauty & Services

  • Oh La La Cosmetics – all natural facial and haircare products

Wine, Beer & Spirits

  • Dragon Mist Distillery – locally made vodka and gin
  • Steel & Oak – locally brewed beer

 

Special Thanks to our Music Stage Sponsor Roland Kaulfuss:

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Saturday December 17th Market Day!

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It’s the last market of the year! Grab some stocking stuffers and Christmas dinner necessities!

Join us on Saturday December 17th from 11am to 3pm on Belmont Street between 6th Street and 7th Street. Our location is nestled in the heart of Uptown New Westminster and is accessible by transit, car, bike, scooter, and foot.

Be sure to visit the vendors situated in our big marquee tent sponsored by the wonderful folks of the Uptown Business Association. You’ll find many of your favourite vendors under the tent as well as some new faces.

Driving to the market? FREE PARKING is available at Westminster Centre, directly across the street from Belmont Street. If you are taking transit the #106 bus stops at 5th avenue and 6th street.

Join us on Belmont Street for lunch! Enjoy a nice relaxing hot coffee on one of the Uptown Parklet adirondack chairs – if they’re snow-free!

A list of our vendors for December 17th can be found below. Please check out Facebook Page or Twitter for any last minute cancellations or updates.

What’s happening at the Market?

Entertainment

Farm Fresh Produce

  • Ossome Acres -winter squash, kale, kalettes, Brussels sprouts, micro greens, spinach, salad mix, lettuce, herbs, hand milled soap, walnuts
  • Bose & Sons Family Farm –broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, potatoes
  • Country Village Market -frozen berries, greens, pakoras
  • Your Wildest Foods – foraged mushrooms, dried teas and fresh mushrooms
  • Sweet Earth Organics – carrots, celeriac, shallots, leaks, beets, squash, garlic
  • The Garlic Lady – flavourful & local garlic

Beef, Eggs, Poultry and Seafood

  • Rockweld Farm – BC SPCA Certified frozen chicken and chicken products including eggs, dog and cat food
  • Wild West Coast Seafoods –  flash frozen fillets of Rock Sole, Petrale Sole, Rockfish, Ling Cod, Pacific Cod, Sablefish, Chinook/Spring Salmon, Coho Salmon, Sidestripe Shrimp, Halibut, Albacore Tuna Loin.
  • Wheelhouse Seafoods – seafood pasta and crab cakes, frozen salmon and spot prawns
  • Local Beef & Eggs – purslane, onions, chives, rhubarb, eggs, kale

Artisan Breads

  • A Bread Affair – breads, baguettes, ciabattas, rolls, scones (Certified Organic)

Gluten Free Breads & Baking

  • Marie’s Guilt Free Baking – bread, cookies, pizza dough and snacks

Bakery

  • Sweet Thea Cakes – tarts, pies, cookies and cakes
  • Simply Scones – traditional English-style scones
  • Gesundheit Bakery – breads, pretzels
  • Half Pint Pies – frozen mini pies to take home and bake
  • Samaya Delights – turmeric muffins, baklava

Snacks

  • Gary’s Kettlecorn – kettle corn (traditional and caramel)
  • Handworks Coffee – pour-over coffee and hand whisked matcha tea

Food Trucks & Eat On Site

  • Wheelhouse Seafoods – salmon burgers
  • Country Village Market – yummy pakoras!

Prepared Foods (Pantry Staples)

  • Jam Shack Preservery – savoury spreads and jams
  • Old Country Pierogi –frozen pierogis (gluten free and vegan options available)
  • Muy Rico – salsas, mayonaise, mole sauces, tortilla chips and corn tortillas
  • Real Meals – prepared frozen foods for healthy meals at home
  • Take A Fancy – delicious hand made chocolates 
  • Jam ‘n Music – award winning jams
  • Lilise Applesauce -delicious gourmet applesauces
  • Livi & K – raw granola clusters packed full of flavours
  • KICS Lemonade – refreshing lemonade syrups and marmalades
  • BobAli – tasty dips and hummus spreads
  • Honey Bee Zen Apiary – New West honey and honey infused products
  • Anne’s Gallery -jams, chutneys and preserves and spiced peach jam!
  • Tasty & Nourishing – soups and stews
  • Roasters Hot Sauce – hot sauces in various interesting flavors
  • Kiki’s Kitchen – vegan soups

Jewelry & Artisan Crafts

  • New World Felting -beautifully made felted scarves & hats
  • Lighten Up Jewels – timeless pieces crafted by Holly

Health, Beauty & Services

  • Purely Clean – an all natural way to clean your home
  • Oh La La Cosmetics – all natural facial and haircare products

Wine, Beer & Spirits

  • Dragon Mist Distillery – locally made vodka and gin

 

Special Thanks to our Music Stage Sponsor Roland Kaulfuss:

rolandkaulfuss logo

Farmers Market Challenge: Fish, stew, cheese… oh my!

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Last week’s post was all about summer; this week’s is all about fall.

The air is crisp, the orange, red and yellow leaves are blowing in the wind, children screeching with glee as they scatter through the organized piles, hoodies and winter leggings taking over shorts and tanks, hot chocolate fast replacing ice cream.

Tis the season for belly warming, hearty recipes.

The Bartel menu has officially embraced fall – tortilla soup; quinoa, kale and squash stew; stir fry; and cheesy, cheesy quiche were staples of the week – made all the more comforting by market-fresh goodness.

To be honest, I didn’t know we were going all in with fall, in fact, our market shopping list this week was quite lacking. We had our usual meal-planning session, but both husband and I were stumped as to what to put on it. Meals were suggested, but ultimately rejected – we were not inspired.

So we went in with a list of our staples: greens and a few veggies, and that was it. We left it to the market to decide.

This week’s loot:

Zaklan Heritage Farm:

  • 1 mini purple cabbage: $1
  • 1 leek: $3
  • 1 purple onion: $1.60
  • 1 bag arugula: $4
  • 2 bunches mustard greens: $5

Greendale Herb and Vine:

  • 1 eggplant: $2.50

Country Village Market:

  • 1 basket Brussels sprouts: $3

Golden Ears Cheese Crafters

  • 1 medium-sized  chunk of smoked gouda $8

Wild West Coast Seafoods

  • 1 pound petrale sole: $12

Total spent was $40.10.

Of the loot not on the original must-have list were the Brussels sprouts (screams fall), red cabbage, leeks, eggplant, onion, smoked gouda, and petrale sole.

 

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Smoked gouda

 

We knew we wanted a fish, tuna to be exact, but unfortunately, due to a “crummy” season, what was $12 for a pound a month or so ago is now $18 to $20. Sadly, out of our price range. Ron “the fish guy” suggested we try the petrale. We were hesitant at first because every time we’ve purchased sole from the grocery store it has significantly shrunk upon grilling.

That’s filler, Ron told us, all water. Apparently most fish sold in chains have added water filler to beef up their appearances!!! Ron assured us it was a tasty fish that would retain its size, and at $12 a pound, it was within our family friendly budget.

Because it’s a lighter fish, we didn’t want to overload it with seasoning – keep it simple, Ron advised.

We splashed it with olive oil, added dill, salt and pepper, wrapped it in tinfoil and threw it on the barbecue, along with tinfoil wrapped veggies, including the eggplant and zucchini from last week.

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Fish

 

My only concern with the fish, which by the way, my four-year-old devoured without any prodding, is the bone content – there were a lot of small, fine bones littered throughout. Good thing the boy doesn’t care about appearances of his foods just yet; it was quite mangled by the time I was through with it.

The Brussels sprouts and eggplant were grilled on the barbecue – sooo yummy! A portion of the leeks and cheese were used in the quiche; the remainder of the leek was used in a quinoa stew that also used the delicata squash, tomatoes and tatsoi from last week, as well as the Russian garlic from two weeks ago, and the onion, and purple cabbage. Pretty much I threw everything I had in there!

 

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Essentially, a kitchen-sink stew

The stir fry incorporated the green beans, red pepper and garlic from last week, as well as this week’s onion. And with one more day to go, a little bit of onion and cheese remaining, I am heavily considering making a single-serving French onion soup.

Fall, it’s a beautiful, tasty time of year, don’t you think.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Our market is grateful to operate on the unceded land of the Qayqayt, Kwikwetlem, and other Halkomelem speaking Peoples. We acknowledge that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land. We acknowledge the incredible gift this land is to our market and BC Agriculture. We commit to the ongoing work of decolonization and allyship.