THE regular Friday afternoon Farmers Market at Eungai Creek Hall has been boosted with the inclusion of new stall holders – Eungai Buffalo Farm and Lady Bug Mushrooms.

These new producers complement the existing array of locally grown and produced goods that attract locals and visitors on a weekly basis.

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Keen customer Sandy Williamson McIlwain reported on social media, “I’m having a lunch of grilled mushrooms and pear with Persian feta and spinach with sour dough… all courtesy of the markets, yummo!”

Alongside Jude from Lady Bug Mushroom’s enticing display of fungi, Sam and Kim from the Eungai Buffalo Farm presented a variety of gourmet cheese products, and were proud to reveal a unique aged pecorino, new to their product line.

Other products available include turmeric ginger honey, fresh eggs, gluten free caramel slice, sourdough breads, the ever-popular Thai kitchen goodies, veg and herb seedlings and ornamental plants.

Market organisers were overjoyed with the fabulous autumnal weather that proved to entice all comers and had arranged a special Mother’s Day give-away with stallholder donated prizes of baked goods, cut flowers and a designer apron.

All purchasers received a raffle ticket to be in the draw.

Smooth entertainment was provided by Stef and Chris on vocals, guitar and saxophone, while patrons chatted and perused the goods on offer in the outdoor stalls.

Linda, the market coordinator, told NOTA, “Our markets started up in September 2020 with just a handful of stalls, and we now have over 30 local producers and growers signed up who come regularly or seasonally depending on what they grow.

“We have so many amazing producers and it’s a great way to showcase them and we have a goal to change the food system to buying local and supporting our community with chemical free fresh foods and products.”

For more information, contact eungaifarmersmarket@gmail.com or find them on Facebook.
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By Jen HETHERINGTON