Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market Showcases Local Vendors and Flavors

News Summary

The Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market operates every week in downtown Gulfport, Florida, featuring a diverse range of food vendors and local produce. Celebrating global cuisines, attendees can enjoy offerings from Treats by Asu, Friends Products, DutchBites, and more. The market promotes local businesses and community engagement, making it a vital part of the Tampa Bay area’s cultural fabric.

Gulfport, Florida – The Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market is a vibrant weekly event that celebrates global flavors while showcasing local vendors. Located in downtown Gulfport, the market operates every Tuesday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and offers a diverse selection of food and goods from businesses throughout the Tampa Bay area.

This bustling market features a variety of cuisines that reflect the rich culinary heritage of the region. One notable vendor is Treats by Asu, which serves authentic Greek and Turkish dishes. Their menu includes mouthwatering options such as borek, stuffed grape leaves (sarma), a meatball sandwich accompanied by pita bread, and a refreshing potato salad with yogurt and garlic. For those with a sweet tooth, the vendor also offers walnut and cinnamon cookies.

Another key participant is Friends Products, which specializes in vegan Middle Eastern spreads and pita chips. This vendor allows visitors to enjoy unique flavors including beet, jalapeño, garlic, baklava, and grape leaves. Meanwhile, DutchBites, run by Amaya and Mik Hartel, features aged Dutch cheeses like Weydeland 48+ and award-winning Zaandijk Old 48+. DutchBites is also known for its quickly sold-out grilled cheese sandwiches.

Shoppers can delight in the offerings from Croissantine Bakery, which provides flaky croissants and traditional baguettes made with French-sourced flour and butter. Additionally, M&J Foods, owned by Maudeen Myers from Jamaica, supplies homemade jams and syrups in intriguing flavors such as sorrel, hibiscus, ginger, and habanero hot sauce, along with refreshing drinks like pineapple mango. Myers is also known for her savory Jamaican patties filled with beef and curry chicken.

Island Rum Cakes, operated by Darlene Godfrey, specializes in decadent Jamaican rum cakes in flavors such as piña colada, lemon, and strawberry, topped with a distinct rum-butter glaze. For a sweet indulgence, Sweet Mandy offers Brazilian-style truffles in chocolate, white chocolate, and coffee, available in either individual servings or gift boxes.

Not to be overlooked, The Best Thai Food vendor serves classic Thai dishes that attract many patrons, creating long lines for popular items like pad Thai, green curry, jasmine rice, steamed dumplings, and vegetable spring rolls.

Support for Local Producers

The Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market goes beyond just food, as it actively supports local farmers and producers by showcasing fresh, seasonal produce and artisan goods. Hoot & Harvest, an urban farm situated near Gulfport, sells farm-fresh eggs as well as seasonal produce. Launched two years ago, Hoot & Harvest operates on a 4,500 square foot farming plot and emphasizes community connections through urban gardening. Seasonal produce offerings include collard greens, daikon radish, bok choy, broccoli, and kohlrabi.

Community Connection

Owners Anne Gloeckner and Joe Morris transitioned to full-time farming to promote accessibility in urban gardening. Their dedication to fostering connections in the community is mirrored throughout the market, which has become a cherished event for residents and visitors alike.

The Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market is an essential part of the community fabric, bringing together diverse culinary experiences while supporting local businesses in the Tampa Bay area. As a weekly highlight, it not only caters to various tastes but also strengthens local cultural ties.

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Additional Resources

• The Gabber: Gulfport Tuesday Market
• ABC Action News: Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
• WTSP: Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
• I Love The Burg: Pinellas County Market Guide
• St. Pete Catalyst: Hoot & Harvest
• Google Search: Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market