NASHVILLE |DATE: APRIL 18, 2013
FROM: TODD BRODGINSKI/ANGELA VILLANUEVA
SUNSET STRIP MARKET RETURNS MAY 2
SEASONAL FARMERS’ MARKET FEATURES NEW AND RETURNING VENDORS
AND EXTENDED SUMMER HOURS
Organizers of the SUNSET STRIP MARKET announced that the nighttime farmers’ market and food event will return on Thursday, May 2. The seasonal market will take place every Thursday night from May through October at the City of West Hollywood public parking lot located at 8755 Sunset Boulevard. The re-launched Market will also feature extended summer hours, operating from 6-10 p.m.
“Since our initial launch last year, the response from the community has been overwhelmingly positive, and we are excited to once again welcome neighbors and guests to this weekly, seasonal Thursday night Market,” noted Todd Steadman, executive director of Sunset Strip Business Association, which manages the Market. “The extended summer hours take advantage of the increased sunlight and warmer weather and ensure that guests have ample time to shop, dine and interact with each other after work.”
The seasonal Market will feature new and returning California farms and local food artisans as well as live music and cooking demonstrations. The Market will also host a craft beer and wine garden that features selections produced exclusively in California.
New additions to the Market include Denny’s Organic Farm from Nipoma, Calif., featuring organic strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, asparagus, artichokes and other veggies as well as organic juices made fresh at their Market juice bar; Hepp’s Salt gourmet salts based in Venice, Calif.; enFuso specialty balsamics from Los Alamitos; authentic, open fire paella from Bomba Paella; and farm-to-table Santa Maria style barbecue from T’s California BBQ.
Returning farms and vendors at the Sunset Strip Market include:
Ari’s Natural Food: natural and homemade hummus, Greek yogurt, tzatziki and more
Canela Empanadas: freshly made vegetarian and meat empanadas
Cuyama Orchards: organic apples
Dairy Goddess: farmstead milk, chocolate milk and cheese
Dave’s Gourmet Korean: kimchi; tempeh, tofu, spring rolls, teas and more
Gourmet Crepes: fresh, made to order sweet and savory crepes
Gourmet Grillmaster Rotisserie Chicken: specialty rotisserie chicken with roasted garlic potatoes
Janae’s Fillets: fresh-caught, wild Alaskan salmon
Kosher Palate: locally sourced, sustainably grown and ethically produced natural, organic and whole ingredients made under the strict supervision of the Rabbinical Council of California
Marsatta chocolate: artisinal bean to bar chocolate, truffles and chocolate dipped strawberries
Milkman: California farmstead cheeses
Moist N Creamy: cakes and baked goods
Old Village Bakery: fresh bread and baked goods
Shear Rock Farm: heirloom tomatoes, baby greens and olive oil
Shuck’s Oyster Bar: California oysters shucked at the market or to take home for later
Smart Fish: sustainable fish and seafood
Soledad Goats: farmstead goat cheese from Mojave
Summer Harvest: organic cherries, peaches, plums and nectarines
Suncoast Farms: asparagus, artichokes and beans (pinquitos, yellow beans, lima beans and lentils)
The Belgian Fry Shack: Belgian-style fries with dipping sauce
Organizers also confirmed that $5 validated parking will be available near the Market in the former Tower Records parking lot (8801 Sunset Blvd.), providing easy access for guests who are driving. Additional $5 parking options are located within close walking distance of the Market as well, with a full list of options available at www.sunsetstripmarket.com/parking.
The Sunset Strip Market originally opened in June 2012 and began a winter hiatus in December. It was developed by a committee of dedicated business owners and residents with the goal of enhancing the community by creating a space that encourages nearby residents, employees, farmers and visitors to interact with each other.
In its first six months, the Market spearheaded many community and giving campaigns including a $1 bag donation program that raised funds for the West Hollywood Elementary School’s garden program; partnering with the City of West Hollywood’s public safety commission to host CPR training for interested guests; partnering with Athens Services to provide complimentary organic compost for guests; and partnering with Whole Foods West Hollywood to host a holiday dinner at the Market with proceeds benefitting the Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center’s senior services programs.
The seasonal Market occurs every Thursday evening beginning May 2 through October from 6-10 p.m. For more information, please visit: sunsetstripmarket.com, www.facebook.com/sunsetstripMRKT or www.twitter.com/sunsetstripMRKT
For more information about THE SUNSET STRIP, contact:
MSO 818-380-0400
Todd Brodginski x239, toddb@msopr.com
Angela Villanueva x232, avillanueva@msopr.com
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