Amelia Farmers' Market Opening Celebration at the Shops of Omni Amelia Island Plantation - Fernandina location to close

Press Release from Gil Langley

Photo courtesy of Fernandina Farmers' Market

Amelia Island Tourism and Development Counci

The Amelia Farmers Market will open on Saturday mornings from 9am-1pm beginning on September 1 at the Shops of Omni Amelia Island Plantation featuring the same award-winning farmers, food artisans and plant growers who formerly sold at the downtown farmers market.

Having outgrown 7th Street, the new location offers more open green space, gazebos for seating, room for additional vendors, accessible parking, and amenities which will make shopping at the Market more convenient and pleasant for everyone. "While it is sad to leave downtown, we are proud of our new picturesque shopper-friendly setting where our community can meet and mingle while they shop for their just-harvested produce, gourmet foods, and beautiful plants." said Smith, the Market organizer. As part of the opening celebration, Omni's Chef Robert Reinhardt will host a hand-made Buttermilk Biscuit Bar featuring cage-free scrambled eggs, farmstead cheese, a natural breakfast meat selection and more. The Amelia Farmers Market open Saturday morning from 9am-1pm, features farm fresh produce as well as a variety of organic products and specialty foods. Discover gourmet baked goods from crusty breads to delectable desserts and prepared foods such as jellies, relishes and marinades. The Market is also the perfect location to choose from a wide variety of specialty tropical plants and landscaping plants, including orchids, herbs, and garden flowers. The Market is located at the Shops of Omni Amelia Island Plantation. No pets, please. For more information call (904) 491-4872 or visit <http://www.ameliafarmersmarket.com> www.ameliafarmersmarket.com.

August 27, 2012 3:12 p.m.