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Permalink Reply by Lindsey Berthoud on December 18, 2013 at 16:37

I bought Oreo Cake Pops. I meant to give them to my nieces. I ate them. 

Also, good Christmas cards from Studio 306. 5 for £5, bargain. 

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Permalink Reply by Dharmesh on December 18, 2013 at 17:19

Thanks for the mention and glad you liked the coffee Richard.

A splendid day despite the weather well done Lucy and Kari.

My highlights:

Celeb spotting with an early visit from Lynne Featherstone  - I think she avoided our stall due to the muddy path in the garden. She did have some suede boots on I think, so a royal wave sufficed. 

Excellent  Curry and treats and being lovedbombed with multiple cookie samples at Bowes Park Deli - all delicious and some seriously good courgette pickles from buzzcluck.

I haven't tried my local honey yet but love the label and moniker of Bowes Village honey.

Best of all were all the friendly and familiar faces who bought bits had a sample and stopped for a chat. Much appreciated on a first day's trading.

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Permalink Reply by Richard McKeever on December 20, 2013 at 13:34

As an update to this post BOP coffee have announced that their coffee will on sale at Solo Way 135 Mydlleton Road who will be stocking packs from Monday. So an opportunity to support two local businesses - by getting yourself some supplies of locally roasted and ground coffee.

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Permalink Reply by Craig Boulton on December 20, 2013 at 15:35

I must add, on behalf of London Metropolitan Brass, a huge thanks from us to the people who made the market happen.   We had a great time playing for you and adding a bit of Christmas cheer.  We really enjoyed the stalls, especially a cheeky mulled wine at half time and some Oreo Cake Pops at the end!

Hopefully, we'll be back again next year!

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Permalink Reply by Nicola Adedeji on December 20, 2013 at 17:47

We have had our stall at all 3 Myddleton Road Markets, we always have a lovely time. Lucy and the team of volunteers that organise everything in advance of the market and on the day do a really great job. We attend events all over the country and this is one of the best organised.

It was lovely seeing returning customers and introducing new ones to our products.

You are very lucky having such a fantastic community spirit in your area, we have always been made to feel very welcome. We are based in Palmers Green so we think of ourselves as your next door neighbours! Thank you.

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Permalink Reply by Theresa Beattie on December 20, 2013 at 18:12

A huge thank-you to everybody who made the Christmas market happen. We had a great time and felt fortunate to be part of such a lively and enterprising community. Highlights: BOP granola - how brilliant to buy breakfast cereal made in the street where we live! Beautiful screen printed cards and china tree ornaments from Studio 306 made with such care and attention to detail and Mandela tribute jam - a real treat. Above all thank you for the community spirit which was so alive despite the weather. Here's to many more markets in 2014 - we'll be there!! 

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Permalink Reply by 2p7tbakjjhvre on December 20, 2013 at 18:38

Despite the weather it was another great market. Just want to give a big up to the Bowes Park Deli. Their orange chocolate delights and plantain and egg curries were truly incredible. Can't wait for them to open in the New Year. It's going to be a brilliant addition to Myddleton Road.

Hope everyone has a great Christmas and New Year xx

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Permalink Reply by Kari Koonin on December 22, 2013 at 8:02

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who came despite the rain! Also a big thanks to the Bowes Park Community Choir who turned out in numbers to sing carols!

The Bowes Honey was amazing - subsequently bought another 3 jars to give to my family for Xmas.

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Permalink Reply by Kari Koonin on December 22, 2013 at 18:30

The honey comes from Wladek Szechter and is called Bowes Village honey. It is made by his bees that feed on all the blossoms in the allotment next-door. A real find.

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Permalink Reply by Lucy Whitehead on December 28, 2013 at 12:51

Thanks Richard and everyone who supported the December market despite the foul weather! Just goes to show how great our residents are. The traders were still very happy with their day. I think it's so important the market keeps supporting local businesses who want to start out. I was pleased to see BOP coffee is now being sold on Myddleton Road!

Massive thanks to Kari, Anna, Lawrence, Tris and Chris who helped so much with all 3 markets.

The plan for 2014 is to keep the market a quarterly one, while we establish it as a self-sustained and operated community enterprise.

I hope everyone had a brilliant Christmas and happy New Year to one and all!

See you in 2014!

Lucy

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