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Farmers Market is back at Bay Avenue

Residents can source fresh organic produce and also interact with local farmers

- Staff Report

The Farmers Market returned to Bay Avenue on Friday for its 10th season with a range of vendors retailing products ranging from home-grown vegetables and fruits to fresh baked goods, preserves and vegan treats.

Running until May 2019, the market offers residents a chance to buy organic and fresh produce and also interact with local farmers. They can also choose from a selection of produce picked in the morning.

Kids can spend quality time at a dedicated kids zone and participat­e in activities such as face painting, arts and crafts, caricature drawing, canvas and mask painting and clay art. ■ ■ ■ ■

What:

Baker and Spice, the award-winning artisanal food shop, will offer pastries, breads, cakes and preserves all made with organic produce, largely supplied by the local farmers. The stall will additional­ly serve a market breakfast, freshly cooked on the grill.

Visitors can also enjoy the culinary expertise of Chef Jitin Joshi, and Chef Nigel Lobo as they host cooking demonstrat­ions and create dishes with produce from the market.

 ??  ?? ■ Straight from the farm: Lovers of fresh and organic produce check out the day’s offerings at Farmers Market.
■ Straight from the farm: Lovers of fresh and organic produce check out the day’s offerings at Farmers Market.

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