Ways to win with our Midweek Markets
Show us your midweek #markethaul for a chance to win weekly prizes of $100 in Market Money June is here and we’re excited to kick off our midweek markets! Main St. Station Market opens June 5th and runs Wednesdays, 2-6pm until October 2nd. Downtown Market opens June 6th and runs Thursdays, 3-7pm until October 3rd. […]
Read moreTextile Recycling at Downtown Market
On Thursday, June 6th, Vancouverites will have an opportunity to drop off their textiles for recycling at our Downtown Farmers Market! Our partners at Xerowaste Solutions and Green Inspirations BC will be onsite at the market between 3-7pm collecting a variety of clean textile and related items, including the following: clothing, shoes, boots, purses, gloves, scarves, hats, […]
Read moreJune Member Specials
Hooray for June! With our midweek markets kicking off on June 5th at Main St. Station and June 6th Downtown, all seven of our summer markets will be up and running this week! We’ll be celebrating with some exclusive savings for our Market Members between June 1-6, including discounts from our vendors (see list below), 15% […]
Read moreIn Season: Spring Fresh Pesto
Spring Fresh Pesto by Megan DeJong, R.H.N. This pesto recipe is perfect Spring time as greens and herbs start making their way back into our diets. It’s amazingly fresh tasting, dairy free, lower in oil than most, and loaded with healthy fats. You can drizzle it over your favourite type of noodles, sauté some onion and fresh kale […]
Read moreNew season, new vendors!
Banner photo: Kaishin Chu We’re thrilled to announce that a host of new farms and artisanal producers will be joining us this summer, bringing VFM shoppers some unique products like authentic Korean vegan kimchi, goat and cow’s milk cheeses, Philippine-style coffee, plant-based meatz and patés, sourdough breads and baked goods, and SO MUCH MORE! […]
Read more7 tips for smart market shopping
Metro Vancouver is positively exploding with farmers markets this summer! While fans of fresh can expect to find the best in locally-grown, seasonal foods each week at VFM’s seven farmers markets, we thought we’d pass along some extra tips for making the most of your shop this season… 1. Come early for best selection […]
Read moreMay Member Specials
We’re back for another season of summer farmers markets! Our Trout Lake, Riley Park, and Kitsilano locations all open this weekend, and we’ll be welcoming back our shoppers and particularly our Market Members, who can take advantage of some great Member Day savings from our vendors! If you’re already a Market Member, look out […]
Read moreIn Season: Creamy Nettle & Potato Soup
Creamy Nettle & Potato Soup by: Meg De Jong This is a perfect dish for this time of year and a great way to incorporate wild nettle! Nettle is an iron rich super food loaded with tons of vitamins, minerals, and anti-inflammatory properties. Serving size: 4 bowls Cook time: 40 minutes Ingredients 1 Tbsp. […]
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