Dear Market Family,
Central Farmers' Market will be OPEN this Thanksgiving weekend, same hours as usual. Is your family in town
for the holiday? Take them on a stroll down Bridle path to visit your local market. Sit under our shady trees
with a cup of coffee or tea, order lunch, stock up on your weekly groceries. We enjoy your company!
This Sat is Small Business Saturday, a day created by American Express in an effort to help local businesses this
time of year. On this day only, you receive a $25 credit when you use your American Express Card at a small,
local business. You will have to register your card (it's easy!), just click this
link: http://www.facebook.com/SmallBusinessSaturday. Central Farmers' Market accepts American Express, and
would be honored to be your small business of choice!
BLACK SATURDAY CRAFT CORNER:
Many of you have asked for our market crafters to be available through the holidays! Starting this Saturday
(11/26) and ending Christmas Eve (12/24), there will be a Craft Corner each Saturday at the market. Our
market crafters make such lovely items; we are excited and proud to showcase them this time of year.
Originally I had 3 Guest Artists scheduled for this Saturday, so I'd still like to highlight them:
Corona Couture - Lilia makes and sells repurposed handcrafted vintage jewelry.
Gina's Original AZ- Custom Jewelry - Gina was here 6 weeks ago and you loved her.
Mrs. Pinafore - Karen makes and sells aprons around the valley. 1022 aprons sold at farmers' markets so far!
Original designs, premium fabrics and attention to detail. Retro, with Metro Flair and Fold Art Charm!
GIFT WRAPPER:
This week there will be 2 gift wrappers at Central Farmers' Market, ready to bundle your Black Saturday
purchases! These folks do the holiday wrapping for Barnes & Noble, and proceeds go to their charity.
FOOD TRUCKS:
Shine Coffee - This week they are brewing Cartel Coffee Lab's espresso! Cocoa cinnamon coffee cake, spiced
apple pop tarts. Kids Cocoa!
Taste Rite Catering - Smoked meat sandwiches, seasoned tots and more!
All your favorite AZ Market Vendors are here!! **Look for their Black Saturday Specials in Orange
New Vendors!!
Cactus Corn - NEW!! Chris sells kettle corn and other gourmet popcorn. He is not sure if he'll be a regular
vendor. Come sample tomorrow, and let me know what you think!
Pickled Perfection - NEW!! The Lambros' run this family pickling business. Look for SPICY pickles, mushrooms,
green beans, and more! www.pickledperfection.com
Panem Amici - NEW!! means "Arizona Born and Bread". Miranda creates unique boutique breads, and only sells
at local Farmers' Markets. The Pear & Blue Cheese Twist is outstanding!www.panemamici.com
Plants2You - NEW!! Paul Jarvis sells both potted & landscape plants. He is responsible for many special events
throughout the valley. In the last 2 weeks of December, look for his Gift Baskets and Poinsettias!
VEGETABLES/FRUIT:
Crooked Sky Farms -- Farmer Frank farms in urban Phoenix, and Duncan AZ. www.crookedskyfarms.com
Horny Toad Farm -- Farmer Stella farms on 3 acres right here in Phoenix! Email me if you want to receive
Stella's weekly newsletters!
Pinnacle Farms -- Farmer Janna farms in Waddell, AZ, and sources Certified Organic produce as well.
Tomatoes on the vine, $1.99/lb. www.phoenixpinnaclefarms.com
Siam Gardens -- Tom grows in her own 1/2 acre Phoenix backyard, and sources from 2 other small, local
growers in Tempe and Queen Creek
Taste of Paradise -- Jim & Suzy Trout farm in Queen Creek, AZ on 8 acres. Along with a large variety of
FRUITS/VEGETABLES, they will also sell other AZ products such as SPICES ( AZ Salsa Company) and 9-bean mix
(Wilcox, AZ). They also offer a fantastic line of CA garlic products. Buy 1 specialty lettuce, get 1 free! (includes
romaine, butterhead & French Heirloom)
MEAT
Alaskan Pride Seafoods -- Caught in Alaska, flown straight to Arizona. Sushi-grade Salmon, Halibut, Lingcod and
more. (Also selling frozen roasting chickens on behalf of the Rockhouse Cattle Company)
Double Check Ranch -- This ranch is located in Winkelman, AZ. All natural, grass-fed beef. Eggs from their very
own chickens, when available.
Dry Bay Fish Company: Straight from Alaska. Look for sockeye salmon (this is boneless!); and smoked salmon
(smoked right here in Scottsdale!) Back December 3rd.
JH Grass Fed -- This ranch is located in Cave Creek, AZ. Grass fed beef and lamb.
DAIRY/CHEESE:
Fossil Creek Creamery -- Straight from Strawberry, AZ. Look for soft goat cheese, havarti and cheddar; goat
cheese Fudge; goat's soap/lotion Back December 3rd.
Gina’s Homemade -- Gina has been featured making mozzarella on TV! Come for homemade mozzarella,
burrata, biscotti and pasta sauce.
Superstition Farm Dairy -- Gallons of milk, quarts of buttermilk and cream, varieties of cheese and butter. Black
Saturday only: Butter - 2 for $10! (usually 2 for $12) - choose from cinnamon butter, honey butter, herb butter
or sea salt butter
BREAD:
Great Harvest Bread Co -- Variety of breads. Sample!
Classico Italiano -- Rustic Artisan breads, olive oils, balsamic vinegar, spices. Stop by for a sample of crusty
french bread dipped in Marcello's olive oil/herb mixture!
SNACKS:
Dr. Hummus --Hummus, pesto, pita chips, etc
Dust -- All natural seasonings, rubs, cereals and nuts. No artificial ingredients, MSG or any other junk. Buy a Six
Pack Seasoning Gift Sets and get your choice of 1 oz seasoning or rub free!
Health Foodie -- Kale chips and seasonal honeys
Lil' Sassy Salsa -- Rose & Barry have been participating in valley farmers' markets for over 6 years! They offer a
variety of salsas, a green chile sauce, enchilada sauce & hot sauce. 3 salsas & a bag of chips -- $20!
Raging Raw Organics -- Exceptional organic snack food: flaxseed crackers, kale snacks and more.
PREPARED FOOD:
AZ Pops -- The perfect cold treat.
The Corn Flower -- Empanadas! Back December 3.
Molly's Tamales -- 22 different varieties available.
Raimondos -- Italian Food, made at home with love!
Shine Coffee -- Local beans, hand-made seasonal pop tarts & quiche.
The Tea Side -- Sean sells loose leaf teas, as well as prepared tea. This week only: 10% off any gift-pack
(includes 2 teas and an ingenuiTea maker)!!
Iced Tea Flavors: Earl Grey, Green Pomegranate, White Coconut Creme & The Friendly Monkey (a delicious
dessert tea). Sean also brews hot tea in single portions - some favorites: Masala Chai, Jasmine Blueberry,
Champagne White Tea, Mandarin Silk Oolong and Moroccan Mint.
AT HOME STAPLES:
Absolutely Delightful Honey -- Raw honeys, pollen, honey-based personal care products.
Az Gardens A-Z -- Gourmet Salt and Heirloom Plant Starts. Here this Saturday & December 24. Gourmet Salts:
Smokey, Lime, Habanero, Garlic & more! Any purchase over $24 includes a gabled box, bow & gift tag!
Best Organic Wheatgrass -- Rich in nutrient and enzymes, super-food!
Carole's Delectables -- assortment of Jams and Jellies Carol makes homemade apple pie filling - all you need is
a prepared crust. Hurry, this sells out fast.
Classico Italiano -- Rustic Artisan breads, olive oils, balsamic vinegar, spices, etc.
DeCio Pasta -- Variety of pastas that are known by everyone, everywhere.
Grate Roots Horseradish -- Like no other! Try the unique beet and citrus flavors. "Kickin' Harvest Cranberry"
Horseradish available only through the holidays! Pairs well with every meat possible!
Grizzly Foods -- Granola, Hummus, Avocado Oils Back Dec 3.
Queen Creek Olive Mill -- A variety of Arizona Olive Oils, avocado oil, buckwheat pasta -- This vendor alternates
weeks. Marty is here this week.
R Sauce & Papa El’s Seasonings -- Seasonings sodium/sugar/gluten/fat/MSG FREE - look for Italian, Smokey and
Original. Sauces: Raspberry Chipotle, sweet & a spicy BBQ. Back December 3rd.
Salts of the Earth -- Gourmet Salts. Back December 10th.
Urban Survival -- They take the freshest, local fruits and vegetables and can them the old-fashioned way. No
preservatives. Just like Grandma!
SWEETS:
Jan's Baked Goods -- Freshly baked goods, every single item is baked by Jan. Back Dec 3.
Linda's Tastee Toffee --Homemade by Linda.
Oppie Sweets - Darlene offers a full line of homemade vegan baked goods.
Food for PETS:
Happy Tails Barkery -- All natural treats for your special puppy pal. Hand made by Holly. PAWsome special - All
homemade treats are 2 for $10 - this Saturday only!
NON-FOOD VENDORS:
Holistic Earth Remedies -- Massage oil, organic facial wash, shea butter and more. This week, free gift with
purchase!
SpectraSan24 -- Environmentally safe cleaning products. EPA approved, non-toxic, odorless.
Central Farmers' Market is open every Saturday from 9-2
SE corner of Northern/Central at CrossRoads Methodist Church. Come on out and support
your local farmers and neighborhood!
www.centralfarmersmarket.com
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