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What Are Your Aventura Market Faves?

January 25, 2024

Photo by @leodiaz_photo

There’s nothing quite as special as a homemade touch – and the Aventura Farmers Market is a must-visit destination for creative goods and delicious treats crafted with love by local vendors. As the largest indoor market in South Florida, the Aventura Farmers Market gives visitors the perfect opportunity to spend weekends exploring an array of unique, handcrafted goods while escaping the Florida heat.

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or seeking a perfect gift for someone you love, there’s an array of unique gems waiting to be discovered. Here are our top farmers market favorites (including an adorable tote to carry all your goods!):

First Things First: Your Weekend Market Bag

While exploring the Aventura Market filled with unique goods crafted by talented local artisans, we recommend also picking the ideal farmers’ market bag, to shop all your weekend essentials in style. Whether you’re looking for something to carry a few finds or an oversized tote to carry your weekend market haul, our local vendors have beautifully hand crafted bags to choose from.

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Munai

Munai, a purveyor of woven goods at the Aventura Farmers Market, has several market-friendly bag designs. We love their hand-woven designs that are available in a variety of styles and sizes in beautiful neutral tones that will match all your favorite looks.

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Bella Empress Boutique

Functional and fashionable, Bella Empress offers a wide range of bags made from materials including pearls to bamboo, canvas to rattan, the options are endless. One of our favorites takes you from market weekends to stylish nights out.

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Valeria Forsyth

Discover the epitome of craftsmanship and purpose with an exclusive line of products, meticulously designed by Valeria Forsyth. Their collection of hand woven leather bucket bags in neutral and vibrant colors deliver unparalleled uniqueness and functionality. At the heart of all products is a commitment to quality materials, utilizing 100% Peruvian leather and exclusive alpaca sourced from the indigenous regions of Peru.

International Eats & Photo-Worthy Sweets

The Aventura Farmers Market features fresh produce, exotic cuisine, and divine desserts. The diversity in food vendors allows you to travel the world by taste as you venture to each book.

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Candy Plush

Candy Plush’s artistic cotton candy sculptures are an undeniable pick-me-up. Saccharine unicorns and kittens? Sweet dreams are made of these.

Farmers Market Faves: What We’re Adding To Our Market Bags

Doce de leite brigadeiro @thosedoces

Those Doces

Experience a burst of rich flavors when you bite into a Doce de Leite Brigadeiro, a Brazilian truffle rolled in churro-flavored crackers. This family-owned business infuses heritage into bite-sized doces that are undeniably delicious.

@arhusfoods

Århus Foods

Named after Åarhus, the second largest city in Denmark, Århus Foods is known for their preserves made up fresh produce. Their jellies are handcrafted, paying homage to the owner’s upbringing and family influence. Århus takes pride in their family recipes, as they focus on superior quality, simplicity, and excellent taste.

Mood-Boosting Plants & Florals

It’s no secret that nature has the power to improve people’s moods and reduce stress. Multiple studies have linked ornamental plants and flowers to an increase in positivity and happiness. Revive the energy in your home or office with these gorgeous pieces of nature.

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Emotion Growers

Take an opportunity to stop and smell the roses! Flowers are a wonderful way to bring warmth into your home. Add a vibrant bouquet of roses to your dinner or coffee table to lift your spirits.

Succulent terrarium @encantosfloraldesign

Encantos Floral Design

Whether you’re working from home or at the office, a little plant can go a long way. These small terrariums will add character to any workspace. Bonus: they’re low maintenance, making them an ideal desk mate.

Hand-Crafted Gifts & Accessories

One of the greatest reasons to visit a farmers’ market is the instant access to talented artisans and one-of-a-kind goods. Find your next favorite statement accessory, signature scent, or the perfect gift. Better yet, you’ll know your purchase is fueling the local community.

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Ilusia Jewelry

Ilusia Jewelry has a bunch of shiny, gold pieces, all handmade and made up of Colombian raw and unpolished materials. Their jewelry selection spans from simplistic necklaces and bracelets to statement-making ear cuffs and intricately detailed rings.

La Mèche Black Cherry Merlot candle @lameche_candles

La Mèche Candles

Candles are always a luxurious gift. Run the bath, grab your favorite book, and light one of La Mèche’s hand-poured candles for a serene home-spa moment.

Luxury beard kit @kingofkingsbeaerdkit

A King of Kings

Just in time for Father’s Day, give dad a chance to pamper himself with King of King’s luxury beard kit. The package features organic beard oil, natural beard balm, beard moisturizer, beard wash, logo beard brush, metal beard pick, and small logo travel bag. The set also comes in an engraved wooden case that’s ideal for gifting.

Are you ready to hit the market? The Aventura Farmers Market is open Saturdays and Sundays, spanning the Lower Level.

For more information, call 305-935-1110 or visit AventuraMall.com/Aventura-Market.

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