Three great Durban markets

Fri, 5 Sep 2014
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Three great Durban markets
Markets are big news world wide, from farmers'' and organic food-centric markets to creative crafts markets, they''re a great place to hang out with friends and family.
If you''re lucky enough to be in Durbs, head on to one of these 3 markets for fresh produce, delicious food, craft beer or early Christmas shopping. 
 

The Morning Trade

Sundays 8am – 2pm : 8 Morrison Street
 

The Morning Trade is Durban''s source of farm fresh ingredients and artisan goods - situated in Rivertown, Durban''s new Arts and Culture precinct. Anna Savage (former-chef, restaurateur and founder of Durban''s award-winning ''I heart Market'') has combined her market running expertise with her passion for good food and honest ingredients to bring us The Morning Trade - a weekly market platform for local farmers, artisan producers and organic merchants to share their wares with Durban’s public.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/themorningtrade

(Image from The Morning Trade''s Facebook page)

I Heart Market

First Saturday of every month 9am – 2pm : Moses Mabhida Stadium
I ♥ market provides a platform once a month for local foodies and designers to showcase their products.
 
Image from the I Heart Market''s Facebook page

Essenwood Craft Market

Saturdays 9am – 2pm : Essenwood Rd
 
 Essenwood Craft Market, under a lush canopy of evergreen trees, is focused on the entire family.  The kiddies play area is conveniently situated right next to our Food Court enabling parents to keep a close eye on their children at play while they enjoy a meal or ''cuppa'' in a lively and sociable atmosphere complimented by the music of one of our many buskers.  If you keep a keen eye open, on some days you might even catch a glimpse of a celebrity or two. 
 
Image from Essenwood Market''s Facebook page

Stay in Durban

Visiting Durbs? We have handpicked some stunning places for you to stay... like Westville B&B where Emma and Nic offer personal and professional service in their two welcoming adjacent homes. Stylish air-conditioned rooms are named after artists and decorated with copies of their works - from Renoir and Gauguin to Wachtmeister and Brauer. Sparkling pool, great location.

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