Downtown Salt Lake City Farmers Market

Pop-Up Market at Gallivan on December 15

DOWNTOWN ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES VENDORS FOR DECEMBER “POP-UP” WINTER FARMERS MARKET

Nearly 40 vendors offering locally sourced food at Gallivan Center December 15^th.

Salt Lake City (December 11, 2012) – The Downtown Alliance’s second “Pop-Up” Winter FarmersMarkets will be held on December 15^th at Gallivan Center, 50 E. 200 S. These one-day events, focusing on local food, are held monthly (November – April) at different downtown locations. A pop-up concept offers only dates, times and themes in advance, location and vendor lists are announced just prior. A Winter Market encourages local producers to increase food production in the winter months by providing a direct marketing outlet for sales.

This indoor market will will utilize a former retail space near the ice rink, as well as a heated 20 x 60 tent, located near the Holiday Market currently ongoing at Gallivan Center. A festive atmosphere is planned that includes fire pits, hot chocolate and cider, food trucks, plus two-for-one ice-skating passes for market-goers who brings a donation of goods or cash for local non-profit charity Candy Cane Corner. CCC is a non-profit holiday store that provides a dignified and empowering opportunity for low-income families and individuals who are participating in programs at the YWCA of Salt Lake, The Road Home, and Volunteers of America, Utah to select new holiday gifts for their families.

Vendor list for December November 15, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at Gallivan Center:

• Creminelli Fine Meats – Handcrafted Italian cured meats.
• Rico Foods – Salsas, handmade tortillas, burritos, and authentic Mexican food.
• Sadee's Pride– Produce, garlic, squash and more.
• Instant Karma – Vegan, gluten-free curries, sauces, and dips.
• Biocentric Brothers – Mushrooms
• Lau Family Farm – Beef, lamb, and wool
• Pierre Country Bakery – Holiday specialties, pastries, breads and baked goods.
• Love Muffins Bakery – Gluten-free baked goods.
• Hell's Backbone Grill and Farm – Squash, garlic, jams, and more.
• SugarDaddy Sweet Shoppe  – Delectable desserts using local ingredients.
• Blue Spring Farm  –  Local, organic vegetables.
• Parker Farms  – Squash, onions, and other veggies.
• Mololo Greenhouse and Nursery – Variety of local produce.
• Paul's Vegetable Farm – Chemical-free produce and free-range eggs.
• Chad's Produce - A variety of produce, greens, squash, more.
• Smith Orchard – Apples
• Pyne Farms - Apples
• Zoe's Natural Garden – Organically-grown greens and veggies.
• Clifford Family Farm – Pork, chicken, eggs, honey and winter greens.
• Amour Spreads – Artisan jams and marmalades.
• Chocolate Conspiracy – Raw artisan chocolate and hot chocolate.
• Dessert Bites – Bite-sized and individual-sized treats.
• Laziz, LLC – Authentic Lebanese hummus and spreads.
• Millcreek Olive Oil – Extra virgin olive oils.
• Yummy Products – Fresh salsa and other yummy products.
• Sugared – Artisan confectionary.
• Tankinz Noodle Mfg, LLC – Fresh pasta in Tuscan and Asian styles.
• Tequenos Factory – Gourmet cheese sticks.
• Terrapin Station Smokin' Co. – Smokehouse products, bbq sauce, and roasted nuts.
• Tree Hugger Foods – European-style granola.
• Riley Orchard – Apples
• Blue Star Juice and Coffee – Fresh-squeezed juice and coffee.
• Chow Truck – Haute Asian Cuisine.
• Off the Grid – Food truck serving savory and sweet waffles and more.
• WakiPaki Food Truck – Pakistani street food.
• Lewis Brothers Food Services – Eclectic street food.
• Street Sweets and Eats– Sweet treats from Utah County Food truck, paninis.
• World Dog - Killer hot dogs from around the world. 

“Holding the market at Gallivan Center is a logical fit. Gallivan is the nucleus of downtown holiday festivities such as ice skating and the Holiday Market which features local art and craft vendors,” said Alison Einerson, Winter Market Manager. “The idea of using existing yet unoccupied retail space to benefit the community as venue for the market is what pop-up markets are all about.”

The Downtown Alliance’s strategy is to use the Pop-Up winter markets to build awareness for a year-round market. The objective is to expand to weekly winter markets by next year, with the ultimate goal of a daily, year-round Public Market in the future.

Spring dates will be announced, as will individual vendor lists and locations, at slcfarmersmarket.org, facebook.com/slcfarmersmarket and twitter.com/SLCWinterMarket

Upcoming Market Dates & Themes:

January 12: “Healthy New Year”

Guest chefs will focus on light and low-calorie cooking, and we’ll have kid’s activities, food trucks, and New Year produce.

February 9: “Chocolate and Cheese”

                Find deliciously and unique ingredients for a romantic meal, and stock up on local chocolates, cheeses, sweets and treats for a loved one.

The Downtown Alliance is dedicated to building a dynamic and divers community that is the regional center for culture, commerce and entertainment. For more information, visit downtownslc.org

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