Hello DFM Shoppers,
DFM’s prime market season is in full swing! With 36 vendors, the variety of foods and goods is vibrant as well as the operations of these local, small businesses. Its a sight to see and a testament to the fervor our surrounding area has for local, North Carolina products.
If you attended or missed last week’s market, I want to remind everyone about our temporary layout during construction on the new gathering space behind Summit Coffee. Here are a few things to know to make your shopping experience the fullest:
You can enter the market from multiple locations (there is not a designated entrance or exit to the market);
There are three rows of vendors: two in the Jackson Street parking lot and one in the grassy area next to Davidson Family Medicine;
You can access the third row from Jackson Street with our designated cut through and re-enter Jackson Street at the top near DFM’s shed and market tent;
If you’re looking for a specific vendor and can’t find them, you can ask one of our Green Team Volunteers (the folks in green shirts) or stop by DFM’s tent; and
Market hours are 9am – Noon.
Speaking of volunteers. It takes a lot of dedicated volunteers to help setup and takedown the farmers market every weekend. Their generous help is tremendous and Courtney and I are so grateful to work with such kind and fun people. If you would like to volunteer this Saturday or any weekend this year, you can sign up here or email Courtney directly to learn more about DFM’s Green Team.
See you all this Saturday, rain or shine!
Happy eating,
Justin
The Vendors | Saturday, April 10
Don’t miss these items available at market:
Barbee Farms will have cole crop starter plants (broccoli, kale, cabbage, and collard) as well as rosemary plants; Gilcrest Natural Farm has beef products including ground beef, stir fry strips, stew beef, short ribs, and chorizo; Nonni’s Gourmet Kitchen has milk chocolate or white chocolate eggs filled with 4nut nutty brittle boxed with chocolate ducks, little eggs, bunnies, lambs and carrots for the Easter holidays and Spring treats; and Toro Loco Party Salsa has medium and mild salsa and mango salsa.
Everyone is here this week.
If you choose pre-order and do not plan to shop in-person, you can skip the line and pick up your pre-order from the Market Tent (the red tent to the right of the Market entrance). Just give your name and who you pre-ordered from and our DFM volunteers will get your order for you.
PRODUCE
Barbee Farms – A variety of fresh produce
Available this week: Asparagus! Red and green leaf lettuce from our fields will be in abundance. We will have a limited amount of cucumbers from the greenhouse for the early risers. Also attainable from our market site: spinach, carrots, green onions, green garlic (immature garlic with a milder flavor), Swiss chard, kale, and sweet potatoes. Don’t forget to pick up some farm fresh eggs!
To Know: At our Davidson Market vending site, customers will be able to choose their own produce after proper hand sanitization. We will not be offering online ordering this weekend for Davidson market pick up but will have staff available to assist you with your shopping if requested. Online shopping for farm stand pick-up is available as a “no contact” shopping option. Visit our website (www.BarbeeFarms.net) for more info!
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for those last-minute additions to our market inventory!
Coldwater Creek Farm *PO – Variety of produce, whole wheat flour, grits, and cornmeal
Available this week: Pork, whole wheat flour, cornmeal, grits, celery, beets, kale, carrots, collards, green onions, leeks, bok choy, white potatoes, and sweet potatoes.
How to order: email at coldwatercreekfarms@gmail.com or preferred text to 828.406.0849
Deadline: Friday, April 9, 5:00 pm
Correll Farm – Variety of produce
Available this week: This week we will have lots of heirloom tomato plants including Pink Brandywine, Cherokee Purple, Black Krim, and Mountain Girl. Our herb plants look great and we will have Basil, Lemon Basil, Sage, Oregano, Cilantro, Lavender, Tarragon, and more. We will also have lots of eggs in a rainbow of colors.
Fair Share Farm – Greens, roots, garnish, and specialty items
Available this week: Gems, butter heads, spring mix, micros, herbs, and radishes!!! Also a small selection of transplants as well.
Growing For Good – NEW VENDOR
Mushrooms, mushroom jerky, broths, and sauces
Heritage Harvest Farm *PO – Wellness honey, mushrooms, heirloom produce, and flowers
How to order: Order via online store & don’t forget a la carte add-ons!
Deadline: Friday, April 9, 2:00 pm
Available this week:
Wellness: Honeys, CBD, Extracts
– Wellness Honey (Reishi, Lion’s Mane & Cordyceps) + Wicked Whiskey, Creamed & Raw (6oz & pint)
– 100% HHF grown full spectrum CBD oil (625mg, 1250mg, 3000mg)
– Full Double Mushroom Extracts: Reishi, Cordyceps & Chaga + Turkey Tail
Mushrooms:
Lion’s Mane, Black Pearl, Velvet Pioppino, Shiitake, Oyster & dried mushrooms.
To Know: Enter code STRONGERTOGETHER to bypass shipping. Free home delivery on orders $40+ within 5 miles of Davidson.
Hodges Family Farm – A variety of produce, chicken, and eggs
Available this week: Produce: Red lettuce, carrots, baby spinach, arugula, radishes, rosemary, oregano, thyme. Chicken: Eggs, whole, breast, wings, quarters, thighs, drumsticks, livers, backs. Pork: Sausage (mild & hot), chops, ribs, shanks, ham steak, shoulder steak, liver. Plants: Spider plants, daylily, Dutch iris, daisies, blue columbine.
Twin Oak Farms – A variety of produce and vegetable plans
Available this week: A variety of vegetable plants
PROTEIN
Big Oak * PO – A variety of beef and pork products
How to order: Email at mikesmith1859@yahoo.com, include order, name, and phone number
Deadline: Friday, April 9, 1:00 pm
To Know: Please visit www.bigoakfarmnc.com for a full list of products
Flying Fish Seafood – A variety of North Carolina seafood
Available this week: Flounder, dry pack sea scallops, and shrimp.
Gilcrest Natural Farm *PO – Pasture raised meats (no hormones, antibiotics, or gmo’s)
How to order: Please place pre-orders on our website, http://www.gilcrestnc.com. Deadline: Friday, April 9, 1:00 pm
Available this week: Check out our Little Moo Package on our website: https://app.barn2door.com/e/94N8Q/all/9jAKn
Chicken: Whole birds, backs and necks for stock. Our first spring batch of chicken will be ready in late April.
Beef. Steaks: ribeye, NY strip, sirloin, Philly. Roasts: chuck roast, brisket, eye of round. Good stuff: ground beef, stir fry strips, stew beef, liver, short ribs, chorizo, sweet Italian sausage, Andouille, soup bones.
Lamb (from vendor partner Sun Raised Foods). Limited inventory – they will restock soon. We have shoulder chops and leg steaks.
Free Range Eggs: (gmo-free feed) large and jumbo. The girls are finally laying!
To Know: Pre-order at http://www.gilcrestnc.com if you wish. Questions? 704-308-1431 Amy or amyjofoster@yahoo.com
Two Pigs Farm *PO – A variety of pork, beef, and chicken
How to order: Shop online and pre-order for pick-up
Deadline: Friday, April 9, Noon
Available this week: Please visit Two Pigs Farm website for a full list of products.
DAIRY & CHEESE
Blue Goat Dairy – Assorted goat cheese products
BAKED GOODS
Butter Crust Bakery – Freshly baked morning pastries
Available this week: Fig and gruyere croissant, whole wheat croissant, purple potato danish, and fig danish. Gluten free options available.
Festin Bakery NEW VENDOR – Jewish and European pastries
Available this week: Chocolate babka, linzer tart cookies, chocolate tarts, onion rolls, and maple apple strudels.
How Sweet It Is! – Baked Goods
Available this week: Pound cakes: vanilla, lemon, and chocolate. Easter cut out cookies: chocolate chip and peanut butter. Pies: apple, cherry, blackberry, mixed berry. Sweet breads: banana nut, sour cream cinnamon coffee cake. Triple chocolate brownies. Muffins: Harvest, lemon raspberry, blueberry.
Jamdeeta Bakery NEW VENDOR – Organic, Vegan & Gluten-free Bakery
Available this week: Coconut macaroons, double chocolate chip muffins, chocolate chip cookies, brownies, quinoa treats & rice treats (made with homemade caramel), pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds. Freshly baked products are organic, gluten-free, vegan, soy-free, corn-free, tree-nut free (except coconut), & rice free (except rice treats).
Your Moms Donuts *PO – A variety of fresh baked breads, pastries, and delicious donuts!
How to order: online www.your-moms-donuts-nc.myshopify.com/
Deadline: Thursday, April 8, 10:00 pm
Available this week: Visit online store for current available products
PREPARED FOODS
Toro Loco Party Salsa – Fresh salsa and guacamole
Available this week: Guacamole, mild and medium salsa, and mango salsa.
FOOD TRUCKS
Bleu Barn Bistro – Delicious farm to truck food, breakfast and lunch
Available this week: In addition to delicious breakfast and lunch options, Bleu Barn Bistro will also have their Bleu Barn Pantry items which include: jellies, jams, preserves, pickles, spice blends, and hot sauces.
Hercules Kettle Corn – Freshly popped kettle corn
Available this week: Big Herc bag of kettle corn ($10), Lil Herc bag of kettle corn ($6).
SPECIALITY VENDORS
Renn Bee Farm – Local honey by the pound and the quart [cash only]
Batistini Farms *PO
Organic & Real Family Estate Olive Oil, Thick & Aged Balsamic, No Artificial or Additives, NON GMO & Gluten Free
How to order: Pre-order online or text Tom at 919-740-0998 Deadline: Friday, April 9, 5:00 pm
To Know: During checkout, under shipping, click Flat Rate and select LOCAL for $0 charge. Under notes add DFM
Cannizzaro Sauce – Authentic Italian sauces
Available this week: (16oz & 32oz) Marinara sauce, Arrabbiata sauce, Mushroom Marinara sauce, Vodka sauce, Vegan marinara, Piccata sauce, and Variety 3 pack.
Earthly Dressings NEW VENDOR – Mooresville
Dressings and marinades
Nonni’s Gourmet Kitchen NEW VENDOR – Foods with a southern flair to add spice and flavor to your life
Foods with a southern flair to add spice and flavor to your life
How to order: Order online or email nonnisgourmetclt@gmail.com Deadline: Friday, April 9
Available this week: Available this week: 9 ounce red pepper jelly, 6 and 9 ounce green pepper jelly, 9 ounce cranberry chutney, 16 ounce Chow Chow, 16 oz pickled green beans,16 oz pickled okra, 16 ounce pickled carrots, 16 ounce pickled asparagus, and 4 ounce Spicy Pistachio Almond, Cashew, Pecan, Peanut, and 4nut Nutty Brittles. We also have 16 ounce Salsa and Carolina Catsup. Boxed Italian jelly candies in assorted flavors including: strawberry, spiced applesauce, blueberry, blackberry, orange cinnamon, lemon ginger, mint and raspberry. We also have peppermint bark.
Saturday will be Crazy Crunchy Carrot day with samples of our carrots in covered sample containers. Pickled carrots, hummus, feta cheese and sprouts on a multi grain bread will make yummy sandwiches for our shoppers if they purchase our carrots to make them at home. Good for you and tasty too.
Nutty B’s NEW VENDOR – Fresh roasted cinnamon glazed Bavarian nuts
Available this week: pecans, cashews and almonds. All products are gluten-free and dairy-free.
Renn Bee Farm – Local honey by the pound and the quart
To Know: Cash only
Updog Kombucha – Handcrafted kombucha
Available this week: Ginger turmeric and jasmine lavender on tap, bottles + four packs available again!
FLOWERS
Herr Fresh Flowers *PO – Fresh cut flowers and arrangements
Available this week: $10, $20, $30 floral bouquets. Bunches also available
Raceway Berry Farm - A variety of wildflowers in mason jar arrangements or bouquets.
How to order: To pre-order leave a message at 704-400-3356 or send an e-mail to orders@flowersandberries.com
Deadline: Friday, April 9, Noon
Available this week: A variety of wildflowers in mason jar arrangements or bouquets.
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Essential Soap Company *PO – Handmade, all-natural skin care products
How to order: Email order
Deadline: Friday, April 9, Noon
Available this week: Soaps, hand and face creams, beard conditioners and beard oils, facial products, body oils, and more.
To Know: For a complete list of available products for pre-orders and in-person shopping, please visit Essential Soap Company
Mood Indigo – Handcrafted small batch, all natural bath and body products
Available this week: Scrubs, Butters, Lip Balms (in tubes as well) Bath Bombs, Loo Bombs, Face oils, Face Masks, and Essential Oil Perfumes.
Clark Goff – Allen Tate Realtors is Title Sponsor of the Davidson Farmers Market again in 2021 – website 704 996-0948
