Sharing the ByWord - aug 5
Announcements:
New Art Installations on William and York Street:
Ottawa Markets has invested in opportunities to bring the Lowertown and greater Ottawa communities back into the spaces that we operate. As William Street is closed to car traffic until October, we wanted to provide some colorful and fun art installations for the public to enjoy. William street hosts many artisans and artists who feature their wares, and there is also seating and tables for the public to enjoy as a place to enjoy and unwind. "Floor is Lava' is an interactive art piece which was produced by @falldowng as well as a giant checkers board/hopscotch/dance floor for children and children at heart to enjoy.
Neighbourhood News:
Busking brings back music to the ByWard Market:
We are so lucky to have so much local talent return to Byward for our busking program. Here's a sneak peek!
Marchés d'Ottawa Markets is dedicated to ensuring the highest level of safety for our community members during our market season.
Get the latest case data and updates, learn how to protect yourself and others and get advice on what to do next if you think you might have COVID-19.
Pop In At Parkdale
The Parkdale Night Market gets better and better!
Wednesdays until September 1st, 4PM - 8PM.
With an expanded vendor list and live music, the Parkdale Market is the place to be on Wednesday evenings.
Featuring local breweries, scratch-made ice cream, local produce and much more, you have got to check it out for yourself!
Be a part of the fun - See you Wednesday!
The offerings at the Parkdale Market continue to expand!
Head to the Parkdale Market to check out what's new in stock.
9am-5pm everyday!
Community Spotlight:
As part of our Community Spotlight, we chatted with c-founder and farmer at Backyard Edibles, Madeleine Maltby.
Find them at the Parkdale Night Market on Wednesday evenings from 4pm-8pm!
We asked Madeleine the following questions:
When did you start your business/operation?
Backyard Edibles started as a backyard urban farm in 2015 in the West end of Ottawa. In 2020, Madeleine and Matthew moved their operation to an NCC farm property in the east end of Ottawa.
How did you learn? Who taught you?
Madeleine and Matthew learned farming practices through farm internships, WWOOFing (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms), and volunteering on farms in Ontario and British Columbia.
What did you produce first?
Backyard Edibles began with market garden crops as well as growing microgreens indoors.
What do you currently specialize in making?
Backyard Edibles produces microgreens and edible flowers with many specialty crops and varieties sought out by local chefs and foodies alike.
What’s the one thing that’s surprised you the most about your industry?
“The interconnectedness of all things. Not so much surprised but fascinated. You can read about it all you want in books but if you really want to experience it firsthand, go into the field, crouch down amongst the plants and observe.”
What’s been your proudest moment as a business owner?
“We can’t really pinpoint an exact moment, but we’re ever so grateful that in 7 years we’ve learned so much and have connected with so many amazing people from our community along the way who have given us much support and the ability to do what we love to do…GROW FOOD (and sometimes pretty flowers ;) THANK YOU OTTAWA!”
What advice would you give to someone starting out?
“Expect failure, don’t dwell on it, learn from it and move on.”
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Catch Backyard Edibles at our Parkdale Night Market!
Market Fresh Recipe:
Daikon Mochi Cakes
Featuring Daikon radish from @backyardedibles
Ingredients:
1 bunch daikon radish (pictured below), peeled and finely grated (3 cups)
1/4 lb shitake mushrooms, finely diced
1 bunch spring onions, finely chopped
1 red chili, seeds removed and finely chopped
1/3 cup glutinous rice flour (Try the bulk foods store!)
1/3 cup rice flour
2 tsp salt
Instructions:
Peel and grate daikon radish and place in a bowl. Pan fry finely chopped shitake mushrooms in oil and mix with grated daikon, green onions and red chili. Add rice flour, glutinous rice flour, and salt. Mix all ingredients well and knead with hands until a dough is formed. Add additional flour as needed to achieve consistency. Roll into small patties, approximately 8-10.
Steam for 20 minutes and then pan fry in oil to crisp up the outside.
Enjoy the bounty that is local and tag us in your creations!
For more information, or to speak with a representative of Marchés d'Ottawa Markets, please contact:
Zackery Liberty, Communications and Events Coordinator, Ottawa Markets, zackery.liberty@ottawamarkets.ca
