Open Market – Like Tea?

We dont sell at the Open Market any more but first time we had a stall there, impressed that this new market housed many permanent small businesses, open studios upstairs (there is a lift in the corner – looks a little like getting into a white tardis) and traders like us on the big floor space below

Takes a little bit of time to explore a new site, we liked the way the site was undercover and a good blend of traditional stallholders and art, environment, community, food and new ventures. The Brighton Mayor opened the site and a Chinese dragon and drummer wakened anyone who may have been snoozing with a paper at the many different food cafes. Traditional horse and dray who will be delivering food locally in Brighton from the ‘Foodshed’ probably reminded older residents of the history of the site. Felt a little like being in Brighton equivalent of East End. Lots of dogs walking their owners – because of ‘the level’ nearby

The day we began – someone selling beautiful coloured waterproof outdoor cushions for gardens, yachts and boats – Brighton Marina not too far away. and a new tea and coffee venture who delivered your order locally in the Brighton area. Liked the way this company had many blends of tea available.

Also Natural Lifestyle Store with a smoothie bar, vegan food, natural clothing/accessories and information on building sustainable communities.

When it got quiet – snacked on toasted hallumi and salad and bacon sandwiches (feel like Phoebe Buffay) and black coffee from a cafe nearby and people watched – probably inspired by my dad, he did the same.