New City Market Shop Includes Bath Bombs, Soaps Made With Local Ingredients
The owner of The Blue Pelican relocated from Ontario to Darlings Island last November.
The owner of The Blue Pelican relocated from Ontario to Darlings Island last November.
Joanna Killen and Corey Dugas buy the iconic business in the Saint John City Market from long-time owners David Forestell and Sherrie Boyd.
Dave Forestell and Sherrie Boyd have decided to no longer operate the stall, which was founded in 1895.
In his new role, Andrew MacDonald is now tasked with the tall order of helping the market rebound to its former glory amid a global pandemic and economic downturn.
The new tasting room is now open to the public to grab a craft beer or wine, as well as serve as a hub for Uncorked’s tours in the city.
A number of vendors in the city centre market are still open with online purchasing and pick-up and delivery options for loyal shoppers.
The city says there is a possibility of a semi-permanent beer garden in Loyalist plaza.
It will be open to the public to grab a glass of wine, craft beer, spirits and cocktails, and serve as a hub for Uncorked’s tours in the city.
Holly and Scott Scichilone, who has worked in the meat departments at various Sobey’s locations for the last 18 years, will open H&S Meats this Wednesday and have a grand opening later this month.
On Thursday nights through the late spring and summer, food and craft vendors and entertainers will set up on South Market Street after the indoor market has closed for the day.