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Get ready for your new crispy obsession! Kosmos is serving up golden chicken tenders that are perfectly seasoned, fried to crispy perfection, and made for dipping. 💥✨

Whether you’re all about classic flavours or feeling adventurous, there’s a sauce for every craving including their house-made fiery hot sauce that brings the heat. 🌶️🔥 It’s bold, it’s flavour-packed, and it’s crafted right here at the Market.

A must-try for sauce lovers, crispy connoisseurs, and anyone chasing that perfect bite. Swing by Kosmos, grab a box, and taste what everyone’s raving about!

Fire up the long weekend grill, the Market’s got everything you need! 🔥🍴⁠
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Both Chris’s Country Cuts and Mark’s Fine Meats are fully stocked with BBQ favourites:⁠
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🌭 Jumbo weiners & handmade sausages⁠
🥩 Thick-cut pork chops & juicy steaks⁠
🔥 All prepped and ready to hit the grill⁠
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Whether you’re planning a backyard BBQ or a cozy cottage cookout, make sure to stop by and stock up on all the locally sourced goodness. 🧡🍖⁠

YOUR EVENING, YOUR REWARDS!

Come see us at the centre of the Market between 6-7PM through the month of May, and we’ll treat the first 100 people with:

• A $5 Market Gift Certificate just for stopping by!
• A stylish Market Tote Bag to carry your local finds!

PLUS:

• A chance to win an amazing weekly prize of $300 in Market Gift Cards — the more you visit, the better your chances!

Our Outdoor Farmers Market is back for the season 8am to 1pm! As a reminder it will be taking place over on Market Lane (ally way between the Market and Dundas St) while the square is under renovations! Below you can check out what vendors will be here this Saturday, May 17th!

• Blanbrook Bison Farm; bison products
• Den Besten Trout Farm; smoked rainbow trout, sausage rolls and fresh eggs
• Greystead Gardens; fresh produce, spices
• Janssens Farm Fresh Produce; fresh produce
• Jumping Ovens: savoury pies, brioche & more
• La Houlette de Vie; fresh baked organic naturally fermented bread
• London Brewing Co-Operative; organic craft beer 
• Our Fields, fresh produce, preserves, honey
• Pillitteri Estates Winery; VQA Ontario Wines
• Small World Mycology; premium fresh mushrooms
• The Dough Joe Bakery; gourmet cookies
• The Whole Grain Hearth; fresh baked sour dough bread & pastries
• Wandering Bee Flowers, fresh cut flowers

Registration is now required for all classes and will open on the second Thursday prior to the event date (i.e. registration opens today for Kimi’s Snacks on Snacks class next Saturday, May 24) Click here to register –> https://forms.gle/zdyBw1g2egJhBuMA6

SATURDAY DEMO SCHEDULE

• Saturday, May 24 | Kimi Abdullah – Snacks on Snacks
  • registration now open
• Saturday, May 31 | Jaime Pena – Spanish Omelette 
  • (registration opens May 22nd @ 11am)

• Saturday, June 7 | Kimi Abdullah
  • (registration opens May 29th @ 11am)
• Saturday, June 14 | Justin Mellott
  • (registration opens May 5th @ 11am)
• Saturday, June 21 | Ankita Vaidya
  • (registration opens May 12th @ 11am)
• Saturday, June 28 | Jaime Pena
  • (registration opens May 19th @ 11am)

Wondering why the Market hours have changed and what the means? Check out the list of common questions below!

Why are you closed on Mondays now?

• We’ve made the decision to close on Mondays to give the local business owners at the market a well-deserved day off and to improve the overall market experience. Unlike big-box stores with rotating staff, our vendors are independently owned businesses. They’re often hands-on every day, managing their shops and serving customers. By closing on Mondays, we’re giving them a chance to recharge, so they can continue bringing you the best products and service throughout the rest of the week. Plus, this change allows us to focus on behind-the-scenes operations, ensuring the market runs smoothly and efficiently for both vendors and visitors. Based on the third party survey results, our new hours will also offer more evening shopping opportunities, making it even easier to stop by after work!

Can I still order or pick up items on Mondays?

• No, the market itself will be closed on Mondays, but some businesses, such as Waldo’s and [X, Y], will still be operating. We recommend contacting them directly for their specific hours and availability. Otherwise, we encourage you to plan ahead by visiting or placing orders during our open hours from Tuesday to Sunday.

What if I have a question or need assistance on Monday/is the office open on Mondays?

• While the market itself is closed on Mondays, our office will be open from 9 AM to 5 PM. You’re welcome to call or reach out by email, and we’ll be happy to help.

Will special events still happen on Mondays?

• No, events and activities will be scheduled during our open hours from Tuesday to Sunday.

Event Rentals/can I book the kitchen or lounge or mezz on Mondays?

• Yes, you can book the kitchen, lounge, or mezzanine on Mondays for private meetings or group gatherings. However, there will be no events in these spaces on Mondays as the market will be closed. To inquire about availability and details, please reach out to our office.

Will the parking lot still be open on Mondays?

• Yes! The parking lot is accessible 24/7, 365 days a year, so you can still park there on Mondays.

Will you ever go back to being open on Mondays?

• For now, the Monday closure is a permanent change. It allows the local business owners to have a much-needed day off, so they can keep offering you the best products and services throughout the rest of the week.

Why not just shorten the hours on Monday instead of closing?

• While shortening the hours on Monday was considered, closing for the full day gives the local business owners a proper break. Since they run their own shops, having one full day off makes a bigger difference for their work-life balance. Plus, based on results from a third-party survey conducted over the past year, we learned that many of you prefer later shopping hours. With our new schedule, you can now shop after work from Tuesday to Saturday!

Customer Convenience 

• We absolutely value our customers, and your feedback from our recent survey! That’s why we’re open six days a week with extended hours from Tuesday to Sunday. The decision to close on Mondays was made with the long-term sustainability of our local businesses in mind. This change gives the local business owners a dedicated day to rest, which ultimately means they can continue offering great service the rest of the week.