The days are getting chilly, but you still have time to stock up on fruits and veggies and other great stuff, right downtown. Come on down to Pearl Market and see plenty in full bloom and harvest ready.
The 2011 season wraps up at the end of the month, so plan now to shop every Tuesday and Friday while farmers and merchants are still in Pearl and Lynn Alleys. If you tell us what you’ve enjoyed the most this year or what you would like to see in Pearl Market next season, you’ll be entered to win 30.00 in Pearl Market tokens (they spend just like cash!).
Having a hard time narrowing it down? Take a peek here to see some of your choices. And enter a comment below by Friday, October 7 for a chance to win.
McCormick Family Concessions, run by Heather and Sean McCormick, is a new vendor to Pearl Market this season. They sell homemade lemonade and locally grown, organic kettle corn popcorn at Pearl Market and other fairs, festivals and shows.
To learn more about McCormick Family Concessions and to see some of their products, check out the video below.
Spring has been a long time coming, and you deserve a treat. We have a fantastic way for you to celebrate the arrival of warmer temperatures – ice cream, perhaps? Oh and by the by, Pearl Market opens one week from today.
Hmmm… wonder what they two have in common? Here’s a hint:
Now that September is upon us, I realize that the summer market will be drawing to a close before long. Not to worry, there are still a few weeks left, but I am savoring buying summer produce while I still can. Last week I was able to get some perfect tomatoes, broccoli, squash and peppers. I sautéed them all together and it was fantastic!
I’ve been walking by this lovely smell all season long and finally investigated. Sweet Smelling Savour sells candles, lotions, body wash and oils. They have some amazing smells that have been enticing customers all summer. Their website is full of testimonials from customers that are so pleased with their products. They are definitely worth stopping by on your lunch break.
In dessert news this week, there were some hard decisions to make. Let Us Eat Cupcakes had strawberry balsamic. I’ve learned that the weirder the flavor combination sounds, the better it is. And Leslie’s Creperie has added buckeye crepes to the menu. Decisions, decisions. It’s best to buy both and find someone with which to share.
If you haven’t made dinner yet this summer using only fresh-from-the-farm treasures found in Pearl Market, you are missing out. But the good news is you still have time.
Grab some tomatoes, melons, peaches, corn, zucchini and meander on down Pearl Alley where you will discover savory meat and bread before heading home tonight. If that isn’t enough to fill you to the brim, stop by and pick up one of the yummo dessert options found in the Market. It’s all here, all fresh and all GOOD.
Here is a great video of last week’s Tasty Tuesday. When you’re done watching and your mouth is watering, click here for the recipes for the delicious goodies that were sampled. Let us know what you think.
Another tasty sample day at the Market! Seeing Adam, our Market Manager, strolling down the road in his chef hat always means good things are going to follow. Today we sampled some tomato bacon tart, which tasted like pizza and the kids loved it. My favorite was something I wouldn’t normally try because it’s weird and I’m still like a six-year-old as far as trying new things goes, but it was delicious! It was a watermelon and tomato salad with peaches and basil. The flavors were combined just right and it was refreshing at the same time. I can’t wait to go to a cookout and take this salad with me. You can find this and other recipes on the Pearl Market Website. The next sample day is August 31 when Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails will cook in the Ohio Proud Kitchen. I can’t wait!
I’ve been seeing this booth from afar all summer and I decided to make my way down to see what sorts of things they sell. Luxboheme has some gorgeous things! They are very green and organic. They had small handheld purses, shiny and cute, that upon further inspection were made from pop tabs! They make things out of recycled materials in a way that makes it seem brand new, which is something I love. I love recycling and being green, but sometimes it’s nice when things are brand new. And they have all sorts of things: shoes, clothes, jewelry, etc. Definitely worth checking them out. Although, really, it’s all worth checking out. Stop by on your lunch break and come have lunch with us!
The weather people keep predicting rain on Market days and it keeps turning out to be a beautiful day. So you should come to Pearl Market no matter what the weather people say!
While looking around at the Market this week and wondering what new thing I could try, I spotted Take Ten Body Therapy. Over the past couple of weeks I have had a cold and have generally been a little more stressed out than usual. So it seemed fate was screaming, “Get a massage!” Since I’m not one to argue with fate, I gave in and got a massage. Heavenly! Oh, the sacrifices I make for this job! At Take Ten you can pay by the minute instead of having to block off a half hour or full hour, so you really can come by during your lunch break.
This week I also stopped by Heidi’s Homemade. During the summer I feel like we don’t spend as much time with our pets because we are always out and about. So I got our cats some treats. Heidi’s has certified organic cat, dog and horse treats. It is nice to be able to confidently give your pets something healthy. I only have cats and they were quite pleased with the new treats. I can only assume that dogs would feel the same, since they are generally a bit less discerning about what they eat. Stop by Heidi’s stand and she’ll tell you all about them.
Finally, June 29 is cooking demonstration day! Be sure to stop by the Market and find out what it’s all about.
Each week there is always a long line to sample the delicious breads of the Great Harvest Bread Company of Pickerington.
I sit across from the stand each week and vow to myself that I will resist the gorgeous baked goods, but always find myself in line trying a new amazing flavor.(UM HELLO jalapeno cheddar this week! YUMMY)
I talked to Keith Dobbs (father of owner Ashlee Dobbs) and he told me that he loves being at Pearl Market because of all of the positive energy. He enjoys the people and the vibe of the market. The market loves him right back and each week he is happily giving away goodness to the masses!
Go visit Keith and staff and help yourself to a sample of the amazing and nutritious offerings. Pick up a loaf to take home! It is amazing!
The pets of Columbus, Ohio are lucky to have Heidi’s Homemade organic pet treats right here at Pearl Market each week!
The staff of Heidi’s is here to sell wonderful organic treats to pets each week! They are knowledgeable and friendly and can help you start your pet on a healthful diet.
The idea for Heidi’s Homemade organic treats for dogs came to us in 1997, when our beloved dog, Heidi, began to exhibit signs of a serious illness. A visit to the veterinarian confirmed our worst fears – Heidi had cancer. We were devastated, but at the same time, unwilling to subject our 10-year-old dog to a treatment program which included chemotherapy.
We researched the benefits of raw organic ingredients and combined them to create Heidi’s food and treats. She steadily improved and lived another two years, though she had been expected to live only six months. We began to follow this same regimen with our other dog, Yoshi, a four-year-old rottweiler-shepherd mix. After following a steady organic diet, his skin problems have disappeared, Giardia – an intestinal parasite – is gone, and Yoshi has a much calmer spirit.
Heidi’s products contain organic locally obtained ingredients whenever possible. They contain no sugar, salt, artificial preservatives, artificial colors, propylene glycol, and artificial palatability enhancers. The ingredients in our treats have been chosen not only for their terrific taste, but also for their health benefits
Bring your pet down to the market this week to check out Heidi’s booth!
Now that September is upon us, I realize that the summer market will be drawing to a close before long. Not to worry, there are still a few weeks left, but I am savoring buying summer produce while I still can. Last week I was able to get some perfect tomatoes, broccoli, squash and peppers. I sautéed them all together and it was fantastic!
Another tasty sample day at the Market! Seeing Adam, our Market Manager, strolling down the road in his chef hat always means good things are going to follow. Today we sampled some tomato bacon tart, which tasted like pizza and the kids loved it. My favorite was something I wouldn’t normally try because it’s weird and I’m still like a six-year-old as far as trying new things goes, but it was delicious! It was a 
The weather people keep predicting rain on Market days and it keeps turning out to be a beautiful day. So you should come to Pearl Market no matter what the weather people say!
