The Genesee Country Farmer’s Market, in cooperation with Oliver’s Candies, will give away a $50 gift card to the popular West Main St. candy store as part of a series of cross-promotional events that couple the Farmer’s Market with local, independent retailers. No purchase is necessary to win the gift card. Anyone may register to win at the Genesee Country Farmer’s Market, Park Road (Batavia Downs parking lot), Batavia, on Tuesday, July 6 and Friday, July 10. The drawing will be conducted on Friday. The winner need not be present to claim their prize.
According to Market Manager Patty Hawley, “Fruit and chocolate is a popular pair. Beyond the expected ‘chocolate-covered strawberries’, there are endless combinations that highlight both the sweet-tart nature of fruit and the creaminess of milk or dark chocolate.” Chocolate can be paired with raspberries, cherries (both currently either in season or imminent at the market) and wines & cordials to enhance the flavors of both foods. “Partnering with Oliver’s Candies is a perfect fit since fresh fruits are in abundance in the summertime and representatives from the Niagara Wine Trail will be available each week at the market to offer suggestions on pairing wine with chocolate.”
Aside from the Oliver’s Candies promotion, there are several other events planned at the market this year. Children from the Batavia Player’s Youth Theatre group will be performing highlights from their upcoming show on Friday, August 7, instructors at Blue Pearl Yoga Studio will present a yoga demonstration on Friday, July 24, and “we’re planning another gift card raffle with Roxy’s Music Store this summer as well,” Hawley noted.
The Genesee Country Farmer’s Market is open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. through October. For more information on the Oliver’s Candies Gift Card Giveaway or upcoming events at the market, call Patty Hawley at 585.343.3329.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Paul Fenton: 585.356.2358
fentonfarm@aol.com
Patty Hawley: 585.343.3329
pfhawley@gmail.com
