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Beautiful Summer Days

July 10, 2025

The sun is shining, the patios are buzzing, and the Market is bursting with flavour, colour, and community vibes. This weekend is shaping up to be one for the books, whether you're shopping fresh, dancing to beats, or spoiling your four-legged bestie!
Saturday, July 12 – Outdoor Farmers’ Market on the Square
  • 8AM–1PM  There’s nothing quite like a Saturday morning stroll through Market Lane. Fresh fruit, local meats, artisan bread, flowers, coffee, and more, all grown or made with love by your favourite local vendors. Start your weekend the tastiest way possible!
Saturday, July 12 – Market for the Fur Babes on the Square
  • 3PM–9PM  Calling all pet lovers! Shop paw-some pet vendors, meet other animal enthusiasts, and support SCAAR London’s amazing rescue work. Treat your fur babies to goodies, gear, and lots of love, tails will be wagging!
Saturday, July 12 (Talbot Street) & Sunday, July 13 (Market Square) – London Multicultural Festival
  • 7PM-10:30PM & 11AM–7PM Celebrate London’s diversity with live music, dance performances, and food from around the world. It’s vibrant, family-friendly, and totally free, don’t miss this incredible celebration of community and culture!
Market Hours
  • Tuesday–Saturday: 9AM–7PM
  • Sunday: 10AM–5PM
  • Monday: Closed
(Market Café, Hasbeans & Mona's Shawarma open at 8AM)
Whether you're shopping local, dancing through the Market, or finding the perfect treat for your pup, the Market is the place to be this weekend. See you there! 💚

Lunch Finds at Covent Garden Market

Craving fresh, delicious, and diverse lunch options? The Market’s food vendors have something for everyone, offering everything from international flavours to sweet treats, all made fresh and local! Here’s your go-to guide to lunchtime delights inside the Market building:

  • Bear & Frankie’s
    Dig into shareable plates, fresh Napoli-style pizzas, and house-made pasta, perfect for a cozy lunch with friends or family.
  • Kosmos
    Satisfy your craving with crispy fried chicken sandwiches, wings, and other comfort food classics made with fresh, local ingredients.
  • C’est Cheez
    Try their gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free bread options that bring all the melty goodness.
  • Love Pastel Brazilian Food
    Experience authentic Brazilian flavours with their savory pastéis (pastries) and refreshing sugarcane juice.
  • Wow Pierogies
    Enjoy traditional Ukrainian pierogies made from organic farm ingredients, a warm, comforting lunch choice.

From hearty international dishes to sweet bakery treats, the Market has all your lunchtime cravings covered & come hungry and leave happy!

Snack Personality Test

Pick a snack, and we’ll tell you your market alter ego:

  1. Strawberry Lemonade: You bring sunshine wherever you go. Probably owns at least one linen picnic blanket.
  2. Fresh Baked Croissant: Classy, confident, never underdressed.
  3. Jar of Pickles: A little tangy, a little mysterious. Loyal. Spicy when necessary.
  4. Artisan Cheese Sample: You’re curious, bold, and have very strong opinions about texture.
  5. Mango Salsa: Sweet, vibrant, and always ready to spice things up. You keep life colourful and fun.
  6. Cheese Burek: Warm, comforting, and delightfully flaky. You’re a crowd-pleaser with a touch of tradition.

No matter which snack speaks to you, the Market has something delicious waiting to match your vibe. So come on down, find your flavour, and make your next visit a tasty adventure!

Picnic ready foods at the market!

July means celebrating the warm weather by enjoying an outdoor picnic with your friends, family or loved ones. The market has many wonderful vendors, check out these couple vendors for your picnic essentials:

  • Doris Family Produce not only has wonderful produce but they also offer a wide variety of homemade dips, fresh yogurt and premade salads. These are perfect to grab and go for a day at the park.
  • Soup and a handcrafted sandwich is one of the best combinations ever. The Piping Kettle is a quick and delicious stop that offers take out so that you can enjoy this perfect combo anywhere. 
  • Who doesn’t love a charcuterie board? Smith Cheese is a great place to shop to create the perfect platter. From the big selection of different cheeses, to fresh pickles and a variety of crackers that pair perfectly with any cheese!
  • Grab some fresh baked bread from Culbert’s Bakery to make sandwiches that will keep you full. While you are there, grab some yummy pastries and desserts that you can bring to enjoy afterwards.
  • A good quality deli meat is a staple for your picnic basket. Kleiber’s Deli has a grand selection of deli meats that are guaranteed to be delicious. 

Life is busy and the Covent Garden Market wants to help by providing lots of ready to go options that are always fresh!

OUTDOOR FARMERS MARKET

Our Outdoor Farmers Market is back on the Rotary Square for the season 8am to 1pm! Below you can check out what vendors will be here this Saturday, July 12th!

SATURDAY COOKING DEMO

Registration is now required for all classes and will open on the second Thursday prior to the event date – registration opens today for Polina’s Turkish style Moussaka class next Saturday, July 19) Click here to register –> https://forms.gle/FcRrWz2SrQwPkUHA7

SATURDAY DEMO SCHEDULE

  • Saturday, July 26 | Jaime Pena – Chow Mein
    • (registration opens July 17th @ 11am)

Please note; our kitchen is going under renovations so cooking demos will pause after the July 26th class.

Sunday Sampling

Every Sunday here at the market, we host Sampling Sundays, a chance to try delicious bites from different vendors. Whether it’s your first time tasting or a reminder of how good it really is, it’s the perfect way to explore what’s local and tasty! This Sunday, we’re featuring: Pastries from Culbert’s Bakery.

📍 Where: Centre Court
🕚 Time: 11 a.m. — while supplies last!

You won’t want to miss this!😋

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