BUY IT FRESH , BUY IT LOCAL

Without a conscious effort to embrace the Island’s cherished practices of farming & fishing, it would be nearly impossible to have the incredible food scene we have today. We continue to honour these rural roots in our kitchens and on our dinner plates while welcoming any global twists that enrich the foodie landscape. So, during your visit, be sure to take in the abundance of local, fresh food available at farmers’ markets, restaurants, and local shops throughout the city.

SPECIALTY FOOD SHOPS & MARKETS - You’ll be delighted by the variety of local and specialty food shops, including Kent Street Market, MR Seafood, Riverview Country Market, KJL Meats, Gallant’s & Co., Liquid Gold, Receiver Coffee Co., Farmacy + Fermentary, Mike's Island Market, and Anne of Green Gables Chocolates. At these shops and farmers’ markets, you’ll discover an array of artisan food products, such as fresh artisan bread, handmade chocolates, free-range eggs, incredible cheese, hormone-free meats, PEI preserves, creamy fauxmage (vegan cheese), organic kombucha, and more.

DROP BY A FARMSTAND - Take a drive beyond the city limits and you’ll find plenty more options to buy local food at seasonal markets, shops, and even at some farms. Keep your eyes peeled while driving along PEI’s highways and backroads, as you may happen upon farmstands set up roadside. Typically unattended, these inviting stands offer seasonal treats, including famous PEI potatoes, strawberries, Island honey, apples, and other homegrown goods. Just be sure you bring some change to leave in the cash box or jar! The honour system is alive & well.

CELEBRATE THE HARVEST - The end of summer brings with it the PEI Fall Flavours Festival, a culinary festival that takes place in communities across Prince Edward Island in October. Farm Day in the City presented by the PEI Potato Growers (Oct 1) is the largest open air market and street festival in PEI. It’s a treat for the senses with over 180 food & artisan vendors, live entertainment, a petting zoo, kids’ activities, live painting, and more.

TO MARKET, WE GO...

MID-TOWN - A must-visit is the Charlottetown Farmers’ Market where mingling is as popular a pastime as shopping for farm fresh items. This longstanding market features 60+ vendors, including farmers, food producers, hot (and cold – think oysters) food vendors, crafters, and artisans. Open Saturdays (9am - 2pm) throughout the year and Wednesdays from late June to the middle of October.

DOWNTOWN - Every Sunday throughout the summer (July - Sept, 10am - 3pm), the Downtown Farmers’ Market sets up a beautiful outdoor market with vendor tents that line the lower length of Queen Street. You can find homemade treats, local produce, a hot lunch, artisan wares, and lots of other goodies. Starting at Grafton Street running toward Water Street, you won’t want to miss this quintessential PEI shopping experience.

HARBOURSIDE - Founders’ Food Hall & Market is the perfect waterfront oasis for food lovers. Located in one of the city’s most stunning historic spaces, this urban market features several local food vendors serving up high-quality food & drink, including freshly baked goods, sushi burritos, Italian-style paninis, gourmet burgers, authentic Mexican delights, vegan comfort food, French Carribean, incredible pizza, baked potatoes, gourmet donuts & more.

CHARLOTTETOWN FARMERS’ MARKET

Saturdays - year-round

Wednesdays - late June to mid-October

9:00am - 2:00pm

100 Belvedere Avenue

902.626.3373 www.charlottetownfarmersmarket.com

Mingle in the magic of the island's biggest farmers' market, featuring 60+ local food producers, chefs and talented artisans.

DOWNTOWN FARMERS’ MARKET

July - September

Sundays 10:00am - 3:00pm www.downtowncharlottetown.com

Queen St. (Grafton to Dorchester St.)

This open air market features a mixture of primary producers selling locally-grown produce, food vendors and local artisans. Local Entertainment.

FARMACY + FERMENTARY

152A Great George Street 902.626.3175 www.heartbeetorganics.ca

Farm to Table Café offering the Island's best Kombucha, fresh, healthy vegan breakfast + lunch made with LOCAL, ORGANIC veggies. Fresh Produce avail.

FOUNDERS’ FOOD HALL & MARKET

6 Prince Street www.foundersfoodhall.com

Located in a historic building along the Charlottetown Waterfront. An abundance of local culinary and artisan offerings available.

KENT STREET MARKET

136 Kent Street, Confederation Court Mall 902.367.2197

We focus on high-end specialty foods, thoughtfully-curated local products and to-go lunches.

MACKINNON’S LOBSTER

POUND

May 1 - October 30

2 Prince Street 902.894.9311 www.lobsteronthewharf.com

Mouth-watering lobster, live or cooked from our seafood market. Fresh mussels, clams, oysters, scallops, haddock & “chowder to go”.

MIGHTY MARKET

202 Kent Street 902.393.3039 www.themightmarket.ca

The [small but] Mighty Market is a unique shop with local charcuterie, local gifts, and all-natural household items.

RIVERVIEW COUNTRY MARKET

21 Riverside Drive 902.892.9632 www.riverviewcountrymarket.com

PEI’s authentic farm marketplace and café. Offering a variety of local produce and products. Specializing in organic, vegan, and many other dietary needs.

HIGH TIDES,