Pyrmont Growers' Market

Olive oils from Pukara Estate

After a week of heavy rain (which yes, we did need), it was nice to see the sun again today. With clear blue skies as far as the eye could see, Sydney foodies made their monthly pilgrimage to the ever-popular Pyrmont Growers' Markets, soaking up the sun with a lizard-like affection.



And each time we're at Pyrmont, I will--without fail--bump into someone I know. Hardly surprising given the foodie company I keep, but a welcome reprise, as I juggle canvas bags, wallet and, yes, camera, during snatched conversation. Today it was Pinkcocoa with Shin, and, three minutes later, R with A. A quick appraisal is done of each other's shopping booty, notes are compared and then we part company again and dive back into the crowds and the goodies...


Pink Lady apples $5/ bag.
I love pink ladies. Their crisp tangy sweetness is irresistable.


La Tartine loaves... sitting on the dock of the bay.
Yes, their sourdough fruit loaf is a Pyrmont must-have. I came home with not one, but two!


Rhubarb, $3 per bunch or $5 for two
Crisp, shiny and a deep crimson red, rhubarb announced its seasonal arrival to all and sundry.


Apple pie from Mirrabooka Farms, $2.00 per slice
Hello breakfast! Chock-full of sweet apple and a sweet start to my Saturday morning.


Pastries from Shepherds Bakehouse


Real farmhouse butter churned from Guernsey cow cream at the Gympie Farm Butter stall

I'd been keeping an eye out for this stall after reading Pinkcocoa's post on the June Growers' Market. Whilst I was busy eating my way around the Campsie Food Festival, Pinkcocoa's diligent post enabled me to see all the new Grower Market activity, so I didn't miss out on all the action.

But butter sampling is definitely action I have to get in on. And Pinkcoca was right, the crowds were huge around this stall.


Fresh churned dairy goodness

The intense colour of this butter was immediately obvious and the tastebuds and stomach sighed with content. This was real butter alright. Creamy, smooth, intensely-flavoured and oh-so-good.


Chocolate ganache-covered cupcakes from Rowie's Cakes.
All their cakes are wheat, yeast and gluten-free. Thankfully I'm not allergic to any of these, so I've yet to try them.


Blood orange juice from Parkers Organics, $4.00
Can you hear the chorus of angels?


Wagyu steaks sizzle on the barbie
Our sampling of wagyu melted on the tongue and burst forth an explosion of flavour and juiciness. At $59.95/kg though, we might have to wait for a special occasion.


Cheese-vendor's licence plate
How cool is that?

Good Living Growers' Market
7.00am - 11.00am on the first Saturday of every month
Pyrmont Bay Park, Pyrmont (opposite Star City Casino)

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