Celebrate Canada by Shopping Local at the #KitchenerMarket – Enter to Win

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, we do provide media coverage for the Kitchener Market, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win too! Enter the contest at the end of this post

Canada Day is just days away and we thought we would give some agricultural appreciation for our local farmers.

Do you know everything that goes into farming? Watch this fun video below to get a glimpse of FARMER STYLE!

Here in Kitchener Ontario Canada we are so fortunate to have access to fresh locally grown food from farmers and local food producers.  One of the best sources for groceries is the Kitchener Farmers’ Market.  Right now, the Kitchener Farmers’ Market is open Saturdays with distancing and safety measures in place.  To learn more about the precautions visit our Kitchener Market Re-opens post.  Now that you know what to expect when you arrive, it is time to get your shopping list ready. 

According to the Kitchener Market’s WHAT’S IN SEASON list, it is the peak season for these items

Fruits

·         Apples

·         Cherries

·         Rhubarb

·         Strawberries

Vegetables

·         Arugula

·         Asparagus

·         Beans (green and yellow)

·         Bok choy

·         Broccoli

·         Cabbage

·         Cauliflower

·         Cilantro

·         Cucumber

·         Kale

·         Lettuce

·         Onions (cooking and green)

·         Peas (green and snow)

·         Potatoes

·         Radishes

·         Squash

·         Sweet potatoes

Now what protein with you pair with all this delicious produce? Just visit a Market meat vendor like Finest Sausage and Meats to make your meal come together! Whether your cooking in your kitchen, grilling on the BBQ or having an open flame cookout, you will be glad to know you have supported local Canadian Farmers and Food Producers by shopping at the Kitchener Market.

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With camping season approaching and parks slowly starting to open…what are your favourite meats to cook over an open fire? Sausages? Hot dogs? What are your outdoor ‘go to’ foods?

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Enter to win a Finest Sausage and Meats Gift Basket from the Kitchener Market

Enter the rafflecopter contest below (it may take a minute to load) and be sure to tell us what you want to cook from Kitchener Market Farmers’ Market ingredient list.  (it works best if you are logged into your google account when commenting). It may just win you a Finest Sausage and Meats Gift Basket.

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The #KitchenerMarket Re-Opens on June 13, 2020 – Enter to Win

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, we do provide media coverage for the Kitchener Market, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win too! Enter the contest at the end of this post

When I wrote about the Thai Cooking Class at Kitchener Market on March 11^th, I had not idea that would be the last time I would see the market in months.  Due to the Covid-19 Coronavirus and the Emergency Shut Down, the Kitchener Market was closed.  Now that three months have passed and things are beginning to open, it was announced earlier this week that the Kitchener Market plans to open the Farmers’ Market on June 13^th.

What You Need to Know about the Kitchener Market Re-Opening

According to the City of Kitchener Media Release the Kitchener Market will open at 7am on June 13, 2020 with new safety precautions in places.

Here is what you need to know:

• Only the Farmers’ Market portion of the Kitchener Market will be open
• There will be limited vendors on the first day
• The number of people allowed in the building at a time will be monitored
• Many vendors will have items pre-bagged
• Contactless payment is preferred, for those still wanting to pay cash you will be expected to have the exact amount per purchase
• The Food Hall, Upper Market Vendors, Kids Events and Cooking Classes will not be opening/happening at this time

While I know many of you are missing the events that take place at the Kitchener Market, they have taken them online.  We really missed hosting our Food Revolution KW Day, but we are glad that Chef Nicole and Chef Rob are still here to help us virtually!

Kitchener Market Chefs Online

You and your family can cook Chef Nicole every Saturday Morning on Facebook Live on the City of Kitchener Facebook page.  Here is just one of the Virtual Kids in the Kitchen classes. (if you cannot view the videos you may want to try another browser or click on the links listed below).

Additionally, Chef Nicole and Chef Rob have been teaching tips and tricks for cooking for your family.

You can see other Kitchener Market Chef videos on our Food Revolution KW facebook page and the City of Kitchener Videos page on facebook

Plus, local entertainers and instructors that are well known to the Kitchener Market have taken to streaming their info.  You can see the dates and times on our Social Distancing post.

Enter to win a Kitchener Market Apron and Market Bag

Enter the rafflecopter contest below (it may take a minute to load) and be sure to tell us what you want to purchase at the Kitchener Market Farmers’ Market.  (it works best if you are logged into your google account when commenting). It may just win you a Kitchener Market Apron and Market Bag.

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