Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.
Celebrating Black History Month with a Panel on Local Foodways! | February 19th, 2024 |
Fresh & Local:Local Foodways: A Black History Month ConversationMarket Umbrella is excited to invite you to our Black History Month event, a captivating panel discussion on local foodways. This engaging conversation will explore the rich history and impact of local foodways within the context of Black History Month. We are proud to bring together experts who will share their insights and experiences in the world of food, farming, and culinary arts. Moderated by: Marcus Coleman, Professor at Tulane University Featuring: Zella Palmer, Food Historian, Chair and Director of the Ray Charles Program in African American Material Culture at Dillard University Ben Burkett, Farmer & Organizer Serigne Mbaye, Chef & Restaurant Owner of DAKAR NOLA, James Beard Award 2022, 2023 Semifinalist Registration is open to the public, and we encourage you to secure your spot soon as capacity is limited. This event is completely free of charge, reflecting our commitment to fostering community engagement and celebrating the cultural contributions of the Black community. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable perspectives and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about local foodways. Feel free to share this information with your network, and we look forward to seeing you there! |
Picks of the Week:Black History Month Chef Highlights!Chef Shonda Cross |
Chef Keirsten Garnett |
Black History Events at MarketThroughout the month of February, the Crescent City Farmers Market has a ton of fun activities lined up that highlight the contribution, skill, and passion of Black vendors, chefs, and community members. On Sunday, February 18th, we will host market tours to highlight our Black vendors. Market tours will begin at the top of every hour. Feel free to stop by before or after you finish your shopping! Join us on Tuesday, February 20th, for a Tea Tasting Ceremony with Portia of NOLA Botanical Tea. This is a wonderful opportunity to start the day in a relaxing way. On Thursday, February 22nd, Kristian, Assistant Grower with River Queen Greens, will host a natural dye class. Kristian will have an interactive activity exploring natural dye-making and provide background information about its relationship to history and place. Sunday, February 25th, Chef Shonda will host a cooking demonstration using ingredients from the market. Stop by to watch her create a dish and be sure to grab a sample. Rounding out the month, on Thursday, February 29th, Valencia of Wellness Honie will lead 30 minute mindfulness classes throughout the market. Practicing mindfulness involves breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices to relax the body and mind to help reduce stress. |
Cajun Growers is back at the Tuesday Uptown market!Long-time CCFM vendors, Tad and Lillie Ledet of Cajun Growers, have made their return to the Tuesday market! In tow, they’ll have a selection of vine-ripened tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers, and crisp cukes all the way from Cutoff, LA. Dedicated Saints fans, their tent is hard to miss. Just look for the ol’ black and gold! Cajun Growers is joining our expanding line up of Tuesday vendors with other recent additions including Pearl River Pastures and T&R Dairy - find all you need to fill up your fridge and pantry Tuesday mornings at the end of Broadway Street! |
Vendor of the Week:Black Value-Added Product VendorsPickled NOLA - The New Orleans-based company Pickled NOLA LLC specializes in delicious homemade pickles. Jeremy Oatis, the founder of Pickled NOLA, is a Dean of Students, a Mardi Gras Indian, and a serious pickler. He first started making pickles four years ago to use up a surplus of home-grown cucumbers! Two years later, with the encouragement of friends and family, Pickled NOLA was born. Since then, Jeremy and Kimberly Oatis have expanded the offerings of Pickled NOLA to include an array of seasonal and locally-sourced pickled vegetables, including dill cucumber pickles, pickled green beans, and pickled garlic. Pickled NOLA provides a fresh, natural alternative to store-bought pickled products. LA Best Kettlecorn - From farmers markets to local festivals, Louisiana's Best Kettlecorn has become synonymous with good times and great flavors. Husband and wife team, Amanda and Jairus, pop their kernels in small batches, using time-honored techniques to achieve that perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness that keep customers coming back for more. Follow the smell to find them at CCFM on Sundays or book them for your private event! NOLA Botanical Tea - Portia Cooper started the company out of her own personal testimonials.Portia researched the benefits of tea and discovered that ginger root tea is known to help aid bloating and increase energy. However, the way that it’s sold in stores affects its medical properties. Nola Botanical Tea offers quali-tea loose/bottled teas as well as unbleached tea filters, wooden spoons, and blue agave sweetener. Their tea blends include Hibiscus, Elderberry, Chamomile, and Ginger Root tea. Each tea serves a unique purpose in helping you with different needs, and their unbleached tea filters/wooden spoons allow you to maintain the medicinal benefits of the tea without the unwanted toxins. Buttery Spell - Meet Amanda and Nick, the owners and butter connoisseurs of Buttery Spell! Buttery Spell was started in August 2020 during the height of the pandemic. While Amanda was home attempting to stay sane in the midst of all the stress and craziness, their very first nut butter, Milk Chocolate Pecan, was born. A year later, the compounds were introduced! The first compound butter made was Shrimp Butter, now known as Cajun Butter, and it’s still around to this day. Buttery Spell makes their gourmet peanut butters and compound butters with love and intent, intentionally utilizing fresh ingredients and amazing flavor profiles with the goal of waking up your taste buds! |
Recipe of the Week:Potato Leek SoupLeeks are over-topping the tables at market this time of year, and customers take tons home to use in their own special recipes! Searching for a crowd-pleaser that guarantees leftovers? Try this traditional French potato and leek soup. This recipe is flavorful, easy to prepare, and extremely versatile. You might add protein into the soup mixture, top it off with your preferred herbs, or do both! The variations are endless. Ingredients
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The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.