Northside Produce Market June 20 Highlights

This mild start to winter brings unexpected produce to this market without stopping other seasonal delights ....

When checking in on La Truffiere in the lead up to the truffle season, the truffle farm was in drought conditions and the trees were showing signs of stress, which had never happened before. Christian and Joelle were grateful when rain fell in May and we feel fortunate to have their black Perigord truffles at this market.

I was not expecting Figlicious to return to Northside so soon, having supposedly finished their season with us in May. However, due to the mild, winter start we are experiencing, Gebran’s fig trees in Glenorie, have produced an unexpected, late flush of figs, which we benefit from, at their stall on Saturday morning.

At this time of year, we are particularly thankful for Sisuu being at the market, with their Fire & Spice Tonic. It’s brewed, immunity boosting herbs, spices, citrus, ginger, turmeric and chilli in an apple cider vinegar base, helps keep you healthy. Being absent for both July markets, Emma is giving a 10% discount on her healing potion.

We have the pleasure of Gail Clayton and her gorgeous, hand-made wooden spoons, spatulas, spurtles, scrapers, platters, bowls, boards, knives and more at this June 20^th market. Everything is made from recycled timber and its always enjoyable hearing Gail regale her customers with stories of how the timber came to her.

‘Check In & Tune Up’ is operating from 8am until 11.45am, so if your bike is in need of a FREE check-up, then bring it along with you to the stall. Thanks to North Sydney Council supporting this wonderful, community service, the Pedal Set Go bike mechanic will tune your bike from the brakes to the bell.

Lisa MacDonald - Northside Produce Market Coordinator