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August 11 Market Day

August 10, 2016 By newwestfarmers

It’s Pride Week in our lovely City! Come by the market to celebrate and recognize our LGBTQ+ community. Wear bright colours, take part in our Pride Pie Contest or buy a slice to support our Pride Society. To view our New West Pride Accessibility Audit click on the link here.

This week our vendors are letting their colours shine:

  • Ripple Creek Organic Farm will have a special on Rainbow chard, 2 for $5.00
  • Growing Fresh will be making Rainbow Popsicles
  • Visit Anne’s Gallery to check out her sweaters of many colours
  • Lighten Up Jewels has Rainbow/Chakra bracelets in 3 styles, retailing for $25.00
    AND Rainbow/Chakra Lightcatcher/Pendulums also for $25.00!

What’s happening at the market this week?

Pride Pie Contest

Sign up for our Pride Pie Contest to win market money and a pretty shiny ribbon!

Services

Let Tanner take your cares away! Tanner is providing chair massages at the market for $1 a minute.

Entertainment

  • Roland Kaulfuss Music Stage presents Norine Braun.

Yoga

  • Free yoga class from 5:15 to 6:15 sponsored by Diane Haynes Yoga

For the Kids

  • Have fun in our Mini Farmers Market play area (free)
  • Chill out in our Baby/Parent “lounge” on the grass (free)
  • Fun crafty craft with Music Box New West (free)
  • Get a special creation made by Korki the Clown ($)

For information on where our market is located, how to find parking and transit directions visit our Summer FAQ page.

Download the Ultimate Farmers Market Shopping List to help with your meal planning and purchases for the week.

Farm Fresh Produce

  • Greendale Herb and Vine – herbs, mini cucumbers, eggplants, greens, sweet red peppers, garlic, apples, heirloom tomatoes
  • Ripple Creek Organics – chard, kale, beets, nugget potatoes, zucchini, brocoli, green onions, green beans, fresh garlic, cabbage, cucumber, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes (Certified Organic)
  • Ossome Acres – pea shoots, oak leaf lettuce, eggs, raw walnuts, parsley, green onions, kale, swiss chard, mustard greens, rainbow chard, purple cabbage, broccoli, scallopini, scallions, sunflower shoots, wheat grass, transparent apples, kohlrabi, potatoes, cucumber, castile soap (Certified Organic)
  • Bose & Sons Family Farm – lettuce greens, carrots, potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, radish, kale
  • Harvest Direct Farms – Cherries, apricots, peaches, plum, apricots, apples
  • Fresh Quality Produce Ltd – strawberries, blueberries, blackberries zucchinis, nugget potatoes, green beans, wax beans
  • Zaklan Heritage Farms – Cherries, pac choi, Leaf lettuce, head lettuce, mini gem head lettuce, baby beets, hakurei, radishes (all sorts), salad mix, mustard greens, arugula, swiss chard, kale, baby kale, spinach, mint, sage, oregano, thyme, brocoli, napa cabbage, green onions, baby cucumbers, zucchini, fava beans, snap peas, carrots
  • Country Village Market – blueberries, strawberries
  • Rancho Los Andes – tomatoes
  • Nutrigreens – microgreens, potatoes
  • RCFM Merchandise Stall – Dried morel and porcini mushrooms

Cut Flowers

  • Rancho Los Andes – expertly made bouquets for you to enjoy

Cheese & Dairy

  • Golden Ears Cheesecrafters – Cheddar-Aged Medium, Brie, Jersey Blue, Cultured Butter, Havarti-Aged (Flavoured), Gouda-Aged Medium (Flavoured), Feta (Plain, Cranberry, Garlic Scape), Curds, Neufchatel (Plain, Herb & Garlic), Quark (Plain, Cranberry), Emmental, Velvet Blue
  • Greendale Herb & Vine – goats cheese

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 – wild blackberries, purslane, onions, chives, rhubarb, eggs, kale

Artisan Breads

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

Gluten Free Breads & Baking

  • Delish Gluten Free – bread, scones, muffins, brownies and cookies
  • Marie’s Guilt Free Baking – bread, cookies, pizza dough and snacks

Bakery

  • Sweet Thea Cakes – tarts, pies, cookies and cakes
  • Guilt Free Gluttony – guilt free allergen friendly desserts
  • Feeding Change – raw coconut cakes, ganaches and decadent desserts

Coffee & Snacks

  • Handworks Coffee – hot and cold pour over coffee
  • Gary’s Kettlecorn – kettle corn (traditional and caramel)

Food Trucks & Eat On Site

  • Gypsy Trunk Gourmet Fare – vegan burritos sausages and more!
  • D-Original Sausage House – sausages, bratwurst, salamis, pretzel buns
  • Country Village Market – delicious pakoras
  • Wheelhouse Seafoods – salmon burgers
  • Rocky Point Ice Cream – locally made ice cream by the cone or pint

Prepared Food (Dry Goods & Seasonings)

  • Greendale Herb & Vine – Nuts (hazelnuts), Muesli, Infused Vinegars, Popcorn Kernels, Herbal Teas, Dried Lavender
  • Sidney Smoke House – locally made jerky
  • Seedibles – all natural seasoning that boost nutrition in meals
  • Growing Fresh – popsicles, granola and raw vegan foods

Prepared Foods (Pantry Staples)

  • Anne’s Gallery – jams, chutneys and preserves
  • BobAli – hummus, olive tapenades and delicious spreads
  • Lilise Applesauce – gourmet applesauce
  • The Raw Guy – kale chips and more
  • Chanthorn Orchids & Thai Sauces – tasty sauces for authentic Thai dishes
  • Old Country Perogi – frozen perogies (gluten free and vegan options available)

Jewelry & Artisan Crafts

  • Anne’s Gallery – hand knit Irish sweaters
  • Bits & Keys – funky jewelry and fun crosstiches
  • Lighten Up Jewels – timeless pieces made by Holly

Wine, Beer & Spirits

  • Blind Tiger Winery – Lake Country wines
  • Dragon Mist Distillery – locally made vodka and gin

Special Thanks to our Music Stage Sponsor Roland Kaulfuss:

rolandkaulfuss logo

Filed Under: Blog, Events, Featured, Next Market, Uncategorized Tagged With: eat local, farmers market, kids activities, new west pride, pie contest

August 4th Market Day

August 3, 2016 By newwestfarmers

 

Photo courtesy of Rocky Point Ice Cream
Photo courtesy of Rocky Point Ice Cream

Rocky Point Ice Cream is back at the market this week… just in time to fulfill our frozen treat cravings! If you are craving something cold but on the lighter side check out Growing Fresh, Monika has gorgeous fruit popsicles ready for eating.

Sign up for our Pride Pie Contest on Thursday August 11th. Prizes and bragging rights to be won!

Need a break after a long work day? Tired of running after the kids? Let Tanner take your cares away! Tanner is providing chair massages at the market for $1 a minute. Treat yourself to ice cream and a massage… perfect way to end the day.

What’s happening at the market this week?

Entertainment

  • Roland Kaulfuss Music Stage presents Chris Ronald.

Yoga

  • Free yoga class from 5:15 to 6:15 sponsored by Diane Haynes Yoga

For the Kids

  • Have fun in our Mini Farmers Market play area (free)
  • Chill out in our Baby/Parent “lounge” on the grass (free)
  • Fun crafty craft with Music Box (free)
  • Get your face painted by CVC Volunteer Connections! (free)

For our Furry Friends

  • Mindful Mutts will be at the market selling Pride doggy bandanas

For information on where our market is located, how to find parking and transit directions visit our Summer FAQ page.

Download the Ultimate Farmers Market Shopping List to help with your meal planning and purchases for the week.

Farm Fresh Produce

  • Greendale Herb and Vine – herbs, mini cucumbers, eggplants, greens, sweet red peppers, garlic, apples, heirloom tomatoes
  • Ripple Creek Organics – chard, kale, beets, nugget potatoes, zucchini, brocoli, green onions, green beans, fresh garlic, cabbage, cucumber, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes (Certified Organic)
  • Ossome Acres – pea shoots, oak leaf lettuce, eggs, raw walnuts, parsley, green onions, kale, swiss chard, mustard greens, rainbow chard, purple cabbage, broccoli, scallopini, scallions, sunflower shoots, wheat grass, transparent apples, kohlrabi, potatoes, cucumber, castile soap (Certified Organic)
  • Bose & Sons Family Farm – lettuce greens, carrots, potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, radish, kale
  • Harvest Direct Farms – Cherries, apricots, peaches, plum, apricots, apples
  • Fresh Quality Produce Ltd – strawberries, blueberries, blackberries zucchinis, nugget potatoes, green beans, wax beans
  • Zaklan Heritage Farms – Cherries, pac choi, Leaf lettuce, head lettuce, mini gem head lettuce, baby beets, hakurei, radishes (all sorts), salad mix, mustard greens, arugula, swiss chard, kale, baby kale, spinach, mint, sage, oregano, thyme, brocoli, napa cabbage, green onions, baby cucumbers, zucchini, fava beans, snap peas, carrots
  • Country Village Market – raspberries, blueberries, strawberries
  • Nutrigreens – microgreens
  • RCFM Merchandise Stall – Dried morel mushrooms, figs

Cut Flowers

  • Rancho Los Andes – expertly made bouquets for you to enjoy

Cheese & Dairy

  • Golden Ears Cheesecrafters – Cheddar-Aged Medium, Brie, Jersey Blue, Cultured Butter, Havarti-Aged (Flavoured), Gouda-Aged Medium (Flavoured), Feta (Plain, Cranberry, Garlic Scape), Curds, Neufchatel (Plain, Herb & Garlic), Quark (Plain, Cranberry), Emmental, Velvet Blue
  • Greendale Herb & Vine – goats cheese

Beef, Eggs, Poultry and Seafood

  • Rockweld Farm – BC SPCA Certified frozen chicken and chicken products including eggs, dog and cat food
  • Wheelhouse Seafoods – seafood pasta and crab cakes, frozen salmon and spot prawns
  • Vale Farms – Beef, Chicken, Turkey, Beef Broth, Pork all 100% grass fed (Certified Organic)
  • Local Beef & Eggs – wild blackberries, purslane, onions, chives, rhubarb, eggs, kale

Artisan Breads

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

Gluten Free Breads & Baking

  • Delish Gluten Free – bread, scones, muffins, brownies and cookies
  • Marie’s Guilt Free Baking – bread, cookies, pizza dough and snacks

Bakery

  • Sweet Thea Cakes – tarts, pies, cookies and cakes
  • Solodko Bakery – Ukrainian bakery with sweet buns
  • Simply Scones – traditional English style scones
  • Sable Shortbread – tasty yummy specialty shortbread
  • Take a Fancy – delicious hand made chocolates

Coffee & Snacks

  • Handworks Coffee Studio – pour over iced coffee
  • Gary’s Kettlecorn – kettle corn (traditional and caramel)

Food Trucks & Eat On Site

  • Meet 2 Eat – Middle Eastern fare
  • Disco Cheetah – Korean fusion tacos and rice bowls
  • Country Village Market – delicious pakoras
  • Rocky Point Ice Cream – ice cream made in Port Moody

Prepared Food (Dry Goods & Seasonings)

  • The Salt Dispensary – salted caramels, smoked salts and pepper mixes
  • Greendale Herb & Vine – Nuts (hazelnuts), Muesli, Infused Vinegars, Popcorn Kernels, Herbal Teas, Dried Lavender

Prepared Foods (Pantry Staples)

  • Aldergrove Jam & Preserves – jams, chutneys and preserves
  • BobAli – your favourite dips and spreads
  • KICS Lemonade Syrup – syrups and salad dressings
  • Honeybee Zen Apiaries – honey made from New West hives
  • Aji Gourmet – salsas and delicious condiments
  • Old Country Perogi – frozen perogies (gluten free and vegan options available)
  • Sidney Smoke House – jerky made on Vancouver Island
  • Chef T Catering – delicious wraps for you to take home
  • Mixers & Elixirs – shrubs perfect for drinking on a summers day
  • Growing Fresh – raw treats & snacks and now popsicles too!

Health, Beauty & Services

  • Purely Clean – an all natural way to clean your home
  • Tanner’s Massage – chair massage for $1 a minute

Jewelry & Artisan Crafts

  • Out Designs – hand made local jewelry
  • Quality Oak Accents – hand crafted cutting boards by Louie
  • New World Felting – beautifully made felted scarves & hats

Wine, Beer & Spirits

  • Blind Tiger Winery – organic wines from Lake Country, BC
  • Odd Society Spirits – small-batch craft distillery in the heart of East Vancouver

Special Thanks to our Music Stage Sponsor Roland Kaulfuss:

rolandkaulfuss logo

Filed Under: Blog, Buying local, Featured, Next Market, Uncategorized Tagged With: artisans, buy local, eat local, Farmers, farmers market, food trucks, kids, new west

The $40 Challenge with Katie Bartel

July 7, 2016 By newwestfarmers

bike to market

What can you get for $40?

Some believe, when it comes to Farmer’s Markets, not much. Because the food isn’t mass produced on a level of say Safeway or Costco suppliers, surely the prices are a premium?

The Royal City Farmers’ Market is challenging that notion. They believe that with a little bit of resourcefulness, $40 can go a long way at the market.

Every Thursday, from now until the end of the summer market season, we’re going to put that belief to the test. I will be spending $40 to fill my fridge and pantry with market staples. I’ll write about the successes, and the failures.

My family is comprised of three people: two adults, and a teenage-­thinking toddler. My husband works full time, I’m a full-­time student heading to UBC this fall with the intent of becoming a registered dietitian. Our son goes to daycare full-­time. As a single­-income family, with a huge chunk of our savings going to education and daycare, we are always on the hunt for grocery deals. We scour the flyers, shop multiple chains, acquire the majority of our fruits and veggies at mom-­and­-pop produce stands for the best deals. As a prospective dietitian, and a type-­1 diabetic, health plays a huge factor – the more fresh and the more nutrient rich the better. But it’s got to be tasty too.

I know the farmer’s market has fresh and nutritious in the bag; but what about value? We eat a crazy amount of salads and greens; I average two giant salads a day. My husband joins me in a dinner salad. We often eat grilled veggies with our dinner. Our son has breakfast smoothies full of varietal greens, and fruit is pretty much included in every meal and snack we have.

With this column, I am going to explore whether the market can not only beat the chains in quality, but value as well.

Filed Under: Blog, Buying local, Community, Featured, Uncategorized Tagged With: budget, buy local, eat local, Farmers, farmers market, fresh produce, meal planning

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