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Its well known that Ontario summers are bursting with life and nowhere is this more evident than here at the market! Our vendors and farmers market are here to offer you a vibrant selection of fresh seasonal produce from local farms. With new favourites popping up each week lets dive into the best of what Ontario has to offer this season!

🍑 Peaches

🥦 Broccoli

🍅 Field Tomatoes

🫐 Blueberries

🌽 Corn

🍓 Field Strawberries

🍆 Eggplant

🌶️ Field Peppers

and more!

Craving something different? Can’t agree on where to eat? We’ve got the solution! The Market is filled with a variety of foods from every corner of the world. So whether you’re looking to branch out or stick to a personal favourite, we promise you’ll find it here!

• Korean Cuisine – Seoul Seafood Shoppe
• Thai Cuisine – Thai Delight
• Japanese Cuisine – Tanakaya
• Chinese Cuisine – Rice Box
• American Cuisine – C’est Cheez
• Indian and Caribbean Cuisine – New Delhi Deli
• Mexican Cuisine – La Burerria
• Latin Cuisine – La Parrilada
• Polish Cuisine – Kleiber’s Deli
• Brazilian Cuisine – Love Pastel
• Mediterranean Cuisine – Mona’s Shawarma
• Balkan Cuisine – Hot Oven

On August 16th from 5pm-10pm (upstairs in the Mezzanine due to the excepted rain) join the Simple Reflections for Artists family in celebrating the next generation of local talent at the Youth Showcase. Young people in our community are mentored by talented musicians, dancers and visual artists from all over the world. After 6pm, patrons can access the mezzanine via the King Street stairwell or elevator.

“By welcoming these youth into community spaces and celebrating their achievements, we plant seeds of belonging and pride that will nurture our collective cultural landscape for years to come.” – Simple Reflections Founder Dario Novoa.

On August 17th from 2pm-11pm (upstairs in the Mezzanine due to the excepted rain) experience cultural expressions by 20+ musical and dance acts, such as salsa, reggae, rock, folk, belly dancing and more. Visual artists will paint live and display their work. Market vendors will sell delicious and diverse food and drinks. After 6pm, patrons can access the mezzanine via the King Street stairwell or elevator.

Each performer at the festival is a member of the Simple Reflections for Artists Collective, which was created to remove barriers for up-and-coming local artists to showcase their talents. Members of the Collective range from high-profile global musicians to visual and performing artists who have developed their skills in Canada. Many members of the Collective were nominated for the Forest City London Music Awards (FCLMA) this year, including the Collective Founder, Dario Novoa.

Here’s the list folks! Below is everyone you can find at the Farmers’ Market this Saturday, August 17th 8am to 1pm. Click on their names for more information!

Attending Farmers Market Vendors

• Blanbrook Bison Farm; bison products
• Den Besten Trout Farm; smoked rainbow trout, sausage rolls and fresh eggs
• Lynch Maple Farm; maple syrup and maple products
• Greystead Gardens; fresh produce, spices
• Berrylicious Fruit Farm; fresh blueberries & raspberries
• Janssens Farm Fresh Produce; fresh produce
• Our Fields, fresh produce, preserves, honey
• Joyce Farms; fresh strawberries, produce
• Wandering Bee Flowers, fresh cut flowers
• Small World Mycology; premium fresh mushrooms
• La Houlette de Vie; fresh baked organic naturally fermented bread
• The Whole Grain Hearth; fresh baked sour dough bread & pastries
• Pillitteri Estates Winery; VQA Ontario Wines
• Helm Baked; gluten free baked goods
• Morsels, vegetarian savoury baked goods
• The Dough Joe Bakery; gourmet cookies
• Polina’s Nostalgic Treats; traditional Persian treats
• Jumping Ovens: savoury pies, brioche & more
• JBogal Foods; homemade frozen pierogies
• The Brisket Man; hardwood smoked brisket & pulled pork

Pop Up Vendors

• House of Scorpio
• Snakeblud Apparel

Join us this Saturday, August 10th in the Market Kitchen for our cooking demo hosted by Fiona Moniz. Fiona will be demonstrating how to make Fi’s Thai Basil Chicken.

SATURDAY DEMO SCHEDULE

• Saturday, August 17 | Fiona Moniz – Fi’s Thai Basil Chicken
• Saturday, August 24 | Polina Shadman – Green Bean Stew (GF & Vegan options)
• Saturday, August 31 | Nancy Salamanca – Mini Key Lime Pie

Doors open at 10:40am, class starts at 11am. No registration is required. First come, first served.