Litza shares her love of Kings Cross Markets

When did you first stumble across what is now one of Sydney's best Saturday Market (aka Kings Cross Markets)

I recently moved into this area of Sydney.  I was thrilled to discover these gorgeous markets at the top of my street.  I literally stumbled across them while out exploring my new neighbourhood.  Now I look forward to visiting them most weekends.

You also have a massage therapy practice nearby.  From a holistic point of view, why do you think markets like ours form not only an important part of the community, but also complement or add to our lifestyles in ways we may not necessarily have thought of

I think that happiness, fresh air, human interaction and good food are essential.  I think flowers are important too! 

So the markets definitely assist well being.

I think we shouldn't underestimate the importance of community and neighbourhood. All around the world the marketplace has historically been a centre for community: a place for people to come together as important for socialising as is for trade. Experiences which delight the senses are good for the body and the mind and markets certainly do that.

Do you have a "musty buy, can't live without" purchase, and if so what and why

Hmmmm....it's different every week.  If I get to the Soda Bread stall in time I always pick up a loaf.  Their gluten free bread is the best I've ever tried!

And I have my eye on a baby fig tree at the plant stall....maybe next market day!

Is this a solo expedition or do you like the share the love

Sometimes I wander up to the markets by myself but it's a pretty friendly place, so I often end up chatting to someone.  If I have visitors or am meeting up with friends, I always suggest the markets for lunch as there is plenty of great food to choose from and then you can go and sit by the fountain to eat.

How would you sum up the world of Kings Cross Markets in 5 words

Happy

Delicious

Outdoors

Community

Sensorial

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A massive thank you to Litza for not only discovering our markets, but sharing the love with us, you and all her friends!  We look forward to seeing you on a Saturday often!

The King of Plants

How long have you been part of the Kings Cross Organic Market community and how did you first find us

I have been with the markets pretty much when it began.  We were originally set up at the back of the market when it was held twice a month.

Why plants

Plants hav always been my hobby and interest, eventually I focussed on having my own plant florist!  It's always relaxing to work and be surrounded by so much green 

Your flowers are loved by many.  How do you choose which ones to bring to market and do you have a personal favourite

We usually follow the seasons but there will always be the $15 basics such as gardenias, lavender and rosemary.  As winter comes along we have the more exotic as well as the all year round indoor plants to brighten any home.

As you are right at the front of market, you get to see most of the colourful characters that make up the Cross.  Is there a stand out one for you

A lot of our customers are dog lovers.  We see all people who go to great lengths to get their pooches  super pampered.  

It's definitely interesting to see so many different ways dogs can be groomed.  We love all the characters and it's definitely a great community to be in.

What is it about market life that you enjoy the most

Market life is incredibly different to working in retail.  The stallholder community is like your second family.  We see them each week, catch up on goings on, share stories and always but always keep an eye out on each other...just to make sure!

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The plant king is there week in, week out with usually a new addition each week which makes your market visit all that much more worth while.