Autumn sees us reap the culinary rewards from the summer growing season , including garden fresh vegetables, stone fruits and late autumn berries. A time for nostalgic bottling and preserving or for many, being content with biting into a delicious juicy apple or sipping a newly released seasonal local wine.
We are hearing, from the evergrowing numbers of loyal local and out of town customers , that the Trentham Farmers Market is developing a reputation for “harvesting”
One of these stories culminates this coming Saturday in the renovated gardens of the Cosmopolitan Hotel which hosts its first destination wedding. A local Newbury couple who, prior to visiting the Farmers Market last November, had previously agreed on a City wedding venue. However, after enjoying coffee at the newly opened Cosmopolitan Hotel Beer Gardens they then wandered through the market to discover a stallholder specialising in seasonal flower and herb bouquets, sourced from their own and local gardens. Upon enquiring whether they could assist with their wedding flowers, the couple hatched a new plan which incorporated utilising the rich resources on their doorstep and holding their special event in a place (and with local producers) which is dear to their hearts.
This is just one of many experiences from market goers which we are hearing about, so why not come and visit us and tell us about your story and also stuff your pantry! The Trentham Farmers Market Autumn Celebration is on Saturday March 20th, it incorporates an Easter theme where we will be hosting an Easter Egg Hunt around the surrounding Market and The Cosmopolitan Hotel Gardens. Stallholders will be participating in a “Wear your best Easter Bonnet ” competition and our community group hosting the sausage sizzle is the Trentham Primary School. Our gold coin donation entry goes to the Trentham Lions Club. Combined with the Trenthamade market across the road and local entertainment you could not ask for a more delightful morning!
Our Market Heroes with Easter produce and new releases this month include:
"The Devil’s Own Cupcake Fantasy" – Back with gusto this month, The Devil’s Own Autumn range includes luxurious Easter cupcakes with Milk Chocolate centres and other delights.
“The Nutty Orchard products for Easter include the very popular Apple Mint jelly, a fabulous accompaniment for your Easter Lamb. Call in and see Tracey & Rob at their stall to pick up a complimentary recipe card with every jar sold. Or for the last minute Easter Gift organise a cooking class gift voucher including their newly released Autumn Dinner Party menu or enquire about their Easter styled custom-made hampers.
“Red Beard Bakery” creates organic sourdough bread and pastries using a huge 19th Century Scotch Oven. Denise will be the managing the stall and has promised they will also have their renowned freshly made Hot Cross Buns available at the Farmers Market .
“Chook Fanciers” Synonymous with Easter is the humble “chook” but who would have thought there were so many varieties to choose from - from quaint quails to the laying stalwarts - Isa Browns.
“Blumin’s”
“Barfold Olives” Olives are staple in most pantries especially Olive oil and has a multitude of uses over Easter , pop in and see the producers - Pam is known for her warmth and fabulous sense of humour!
Autumn is one of the most colourful seasons for the Central Highlands, a visual delight not to be missed. So if you are looking for a little indulgence mixed with some relaxation and reinvigoration come up to Daylesford and surrounds and partake in the “mineral waters” via Trentham as we have it all and we are on the way not out of the way for all your needs this Autumn!
Trentham Farmers Market
3rd Saturday every month
Trentham Town Square
High Street, Trentham, Victoria 3458
9am to 1pm
Contact: Tracey Roy 03 5424 1185
(Managed by the Trentham Lions Club Inc)
