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Market Produce – June 2nd

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Fresh produce at the market from Fresh Roots Urban Farm starts this Saturday! Expect local, organic veggies grown on school sites throughout Vancouver.

Here is what to expect at the market this Saturday:

  • Apples Ambrosia (BC & Organic)
  • Avocados (Mex)
  • Bananas (Guat / Ecu & Organic)
  • Red Plums (Calif)
  • Oranges Navel (Calif)
  • Cucumbers (BC)
  • Red Peppers (BC)
  • Red Potatoes(BC)

So make sure to head down to this Saturday’s mobile market locations to stock up. We will be at  Kensington Community Centre from 1:00pm to 2:00pm and Brant Villa at 3:00pm to 4:00pm. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

We will not be at Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood House, as they are busy with their Community Carnival! Check out their silent auction, games and more, event details here.

See you this weekend!

*As always, produce lists are subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.

Market Cancelled – Feb 4 Due to Snow

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  So sorry everyone due to the snowy weather conditions we’ll have to Cancel the Market this Saturday.  Keep safe and warm.  Sorry for the inconvenience and thank you so much for your understanding and continued support.

 
The next Market on Saturday Feb 11 will be at Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood House at 10:00am to 12:00pm and Orchard Park  from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Check out mobile market locations for locations and times. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

See you next weekend!

Market Produce – Jan 7 – Happy New Year!

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Are you interested about food security in the Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood?

Would you like to get involve or  learn more about the work at the Cedar Cottage Food Network?

You are all welcome  to attend our upcoming AGM for 2016! It is an excellent way to meet the people behind the work we do. There is always room to get involved. Dinner is provided, come let’s bond over a meal!

 

Here is what to expect at the market this week:

  • Bananas (South America and Organic)
  • Green Kale (Calif/Mex and Organic)
  • Gala Apples (BC)
  • Avocados (Mexico)
  • Broccoli (Calif)
  • Red Cabbage (BC)
  • Carrots (Calif)
  • Mandarins clementine (Calif)
  • Lemons (Calif)
  • Red Onions (Wash)
  • Red Potatoes (BC)
  • Yams red garnett (Calif)

So make sure to head down to this Saturday’s mobile market locations to stock up. We will be at Brant Villa 10:30am to 12:30pm and Kensington Community Centre from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

See you this weekend!

*As always, produce lists are subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.

Happy Holidays! – No Market on Dec 24 and 31st

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Happy Holidays everyone!

We wish you all a wondrous, relaxing, joyous, inspiring, loving season.

Thank you for being such great marketeers!

There will be no market this Saturday Dec 24th and Dec 31st

The next market will be in the New Year on January 7th at Brant Villa 10:30am to 12:30pm and Kensington Community Centre from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Check out mobile market locations for locations in the New Year. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

See you in the New Year!

Market Produce – Dec 17

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There’ll be Organic Collard Greens at the market this weekend!  Check out one of nature’s healthiest food, this leafy veggie is a good way to get your green on.  If you never tried it before check out this Southern Style Collard Green recipe

 

Here is what to expect at the market this week:
  • Bananas (South America and Organic)
  • Collard Lettuce Green (Calf/Mex and Organic)
  • Gala Apples (BC)
  • Avocados (Mexico)
  • Broccoli (Calf/Mex)
  • Butternut Squash (BC)
  • Red Cabbage (BC)
  • Carrots (Calf)
  • Red Onions (Wash)
  • Red Potatoes (BC)

So make sure to head down to this Saturday’s mobile market locations to stock up. We will be at Brant Villa 10:30am to 12:30pm and Kensington Community Centre from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

See you this weekend!

*As always, produce lists are subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.

Market Cancelled – Dec 10 Due to Snow

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  Sorry everyone due to the winter wonderland weather conditions we’ll have to cancel the market this Saturday.  Thanks for your understanding.  Stay warm, have a hot beverage, or venture outside and enjoy the snow while it last.  Skiing anyone? Or perhaps dive into a snow angel or build a snowman, relive some of those younger winter wonder days.

 
The last market for December will be on Dec 17 at Brant Villa 10:30am to 12:30pm and Kensington Community Centre from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Check out mobile market locations for locations in the New Year. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.   Please note that due to the holiday season there will be no market on Dec 24 and  Dec 31st.

See you next weekend!

Market Produce – Dec 3

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Who knew that Broccoli and apples was a salad made in heaven.  This was a surprising yummy treat!  Check out this wonderful  Broccoli Apple Salad recipe  taste tested at the South Vancouver Neighbourhood House tasting kitchen.

 

Here is what to expect at the market this week:
  • Bananas (South America and Organic)
  • Avocados (Mexico)
  • Pink Lady Apples (BC)
  • Broccoli (BC)
  • Butternut Squash (BC)
  • Carrots (BC)
  • Green Limes (Mexico)
  • Mangoes T.A. (Ecuador)
  • Spanish Sweet Jumbo Onions (Idaho)
  • Oranges Navel (Calif)
  • Peppers orange Hothouse (BC)
  • Sweet Potatoes (Calif)
  • Tomatoes Hothouse Gold (BC)

So make sure to head down to this Saturday’s mobile market locations to stock up. We will be at Brant Villa 10:30am to 12:30pm and Kensington Community Centre from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

See you this weekend!

*As always, produce lists are subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.

Market Produce – Nov 19

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 Get involved and join the discussion!  The Hastings Sunrise Food Network is running focus groups to help meet the food and garden needs of the local community.  If you would like to be involved in helping to shape a caring community please lend your voice.

 

Here is what to expect at the market this week:
  • Bananas (South America and Organic)
  • Grapes (Calf and Organic)
  • Gala Apples (BC)
  • Avocados (Mexico)
  • Broccoli (BC)
  • Butternut Squash (BC)
  • Cauliflower (Calf)
  • Carrots (BC)
  • Red Onions (Wash)
  • Oranges (Calf)
  • Orange Peppers (BC)
  • Orange OTV Tomatoes (BC)

So make sure to head down to this Saturday’s mobile market locations to stock up. We will be at Brant Villa 10:30am to 12:30pm and Kensington Community Centre from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

See you this weekend!

*As always, produce lists are subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.

Market Produce – Oct 15

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This week we will be featuring locally grown venus grapes. 
Also this week is another order from Fresh Roots Urban Farm veggies! Every week throughout the summer we will be getting hyper local, organic veggies grown on school sites throughout Vancouver.
Here is what to expect at the market this week:
  • Bananas (South America and Organic)
  • Carrots (BC and Organic)
  • Lacinato Kale (BC and Organic)
  • Red Bartlett Pears (BC)
  • Gala Apples (BC)
  • Avocados (Mexico)
  • Kabocha Squash (BC)
  • Yellow Onions (BC)
  • Brocolli (BC)
  • Brussel Sprouts (BC)
  • Beets (BC)
  • Yellow Wax Beans (BC)
  • Red Garnet Yams (BC)

So make sure to head down to this Saturday’s mobile market locations to stock up. We will be at Brant Villa 10:30am to 12:30pm and Kensington Community Centre from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

See you this weekend!

*As always, produce lists are subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.

Market Produce – Oct 1

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These chilly mornings have been making me crave soup! Butternut squash soup is one of my favourites. Check out this recipe to make your own. 
Also this week is another order from Fresh Roots Urban Farm veggies! Every week throughout the summer we will be getting hyper local, organic veggies grown on school sites throughout Vancouver.
Here is what to expect at the market this week:
  • Bananas (South America and Organic)
  • Carrots (BC and Organic)
  • Zucchini (BC and Organic)
  • Anjou Pears (BC)
  • Gala Apples
  • Avocados (Mexico)
  • Corn (BC)
  • Butternut Squash (BC)
  • Red Onions (BC)
  • Blue Grapes (BC)
  • Beets (BC)
  • Brussel Sprouts (BC)
  • Yukon Gold Potatoes (BC)

So make sure to head down to this Saturday’s mobile market locations to stock up. We will be at Brant Villa from 10:30am to 12:30pm and Kensington Community Centre from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Take a look at our mobile market locations for more info on how to find us.

See you this weekend!

*As always, produce lists are subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.