FOOD producers, crafters and artists will be out and about this weekend (Feb 28) as Sunderland’s Sunniside Market returns.
The monthly event will be taking up residence at Sunniside Gardens from 10am until 3pm bringing together a mix of delicious food, drinks and art creators.
The event – organised by Local Heroes and Sunderland’s BIDs - has become a favourite on the monthly calendar, showcasing and celebrating independent businesses.
And it provides a great way for families to end half term with a bang, with a day out which won’t break the bank.
Stall holders this time round include The Little Cakery, The Donut Lab, The Brownie Bar, Pink Lane Bakery, The Northern Bistro, Geordie Bangers Co and Greek favourites, Acropolis.
Along with art stalls, Sunderland’s Art Café will be on site, as will Kira’s Corner, which will be providing creative gifts.
Wear Beer will be offering the opportunity for visitors to take home their fresh brews – including a unique winter ale which will be available on draft - and is delighted to be taking part.
“Sunniside Food Market is a brilliant showcase for independent producers and a proper community atmosphere,” said Julio Romero Johnson, owner of Wear Beer.
“We love being part of it because it brings together people who are genuinely curious about local food and drink.”
Community garden, Let You Soul Grow, will also be present, showcasing the exciting work it does in bringing people closer to nature.
Roberta Redecke, Head of Business Services at Sunderland BIDs, said the markets were always a huge draw and also showcased what the whole Sunniside area has to offer.
“The whole Sunniside area is home to a huge number of independent businesses and is a great centre for leisure activities in the city,” she said.
“With the cinema and bowling alley on the doorstep it has so much to offer and hopefully anyone who attends the market will realise there’s lots to do and stay around and make the most of it.”
Activities in the Sunniside area are part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.