Rogues Chapter Nine The Farmers Market -Luc the French Baker
Hastings Market stands beside the South Coast Boardwalk, a popular place to walk along the seashore, with its changing tides, wind-blown sand mounds, waves, surf, and weather. People amble, jog, stop to stare, or race along for their daily workout. Tropical plants, sea grapes, spider lilies, yuka, sea cabbage, ferns, and ground cover create a mystical natural experience. In the center of the boardwalk is the bandstand. From there, and on either side, one can see the bright pink Santa Neta apartments, the ArtSplash Learning Center, a patio cafe, and the Hastings market.
The market is a United Nation of vendors. Many are Bajans, but there are also British, Guyanese, Italian, and French, artisans now residing in Barbados. About a dozen artisans attend the market with their crafts, art, and farm goods all grown or made by hand.
French Baker Luc, shares his story of coming to Barbados and setting up his business. He produces some of the best french bread you will find anywhere- My favourite is his sourdough. In addition, there are also a dozen or so other farmers and craft folks who liven-up the experience with their own encounters. In fact, the market is a United Nations of artisans. There are Bajans, British, French, Guyanese, and Italian vendors now living and working in Barbados.
The chapter tells the story of how Billy the Irish man started Hastings market and saw it progress past his wildest dreams. Billy's motto is "Try it - its the only way you will know if it is a good idea and never fear failure. It is the way you learn."
Chapter Nine Hasting Market -Luc the French Baker
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