Sorry for the delay

It's been a hot summer but there has been very little heat coming from my kitchen.   The NewYorkTimes article about the Greenpoint Food Market, that came out this June, put an end to the market as we know it.  The Health Department got on the GFM's case about weekly licenses and using certified kitchens, which most sellers did not have.  The point of the market was to provide a platform for small businesses to share their creations with the public, without having to pay those exorbitant costs, which end up taking away from any possible profit.  I was barely making a profit before but enjoyed sharing my pies with the public but with these new rules, I would actually be going into the red.  Since these new requirements are in place, I will not be able to take part in the market anymore.  I will continue to work on new recipes, both savory and sweet, pushing for larger variety.  I am also working on getting my pies into small stores and markets around the city and am still taking online orders.

TheNewYorkTimes & SweetiePiesBrooklyn

Check out SweetiePiesBrooklyn on The New York Times website. 

The New York Times showed up at the May 22nd Greenpoint Food Market and interviewed some of its many vendors.  There is a video, which I am briefly shown in, and an article about the market featuring, my good friend and fellow baker, Fabiana Lee of La Tia Faby. Check them both out.

Video  / Article

A Food Affair

The Greenpoint Food Market is finally back after a month off and ready to kick start 2010 with a "Valentine's Day Extravaganza".  There will be tons of vendors (see list below), live music and even a kissing both so don't miss all the food and fun.  Come out to 129 Russell St on Saturday, February 13th, from noon to 5pm.  Hope to see you there.

Yesterday's Market

Thanks to everyone that showed up to yesterday's Greenpoint Food Market.  The market was packed with more vendors than past markets and an even larger showing of shoppers.  That combination along with food and drink workshops and hot chocolate tastings made for an excellent day.

I had new packaging this week and new crust decorations in honor of Thanksgiving.

Greenpoint Food Market November

The Greenpoint Food Market is back this Saturday, same location, same time, more vendors and a hot chocolate contest and tasting.  It's the perfect time to pick up treats and gifts for Thanksgiving.  I'll be making mini pies of course, my sausage, apple and sage pie, pear jalapeno pie and apple pie with a cheddar crust. If you want to buy a couple for Thanksgiving, just freeze them till Wednesday, the 25th, let thaw overnight and reheat them before serving for 10-20 min. at 300*, just until warm.  Enjoy!

Greenpoint Food Market October

SweetiePiesBrooklyn and La Tia Faby at the Greenpoint Food Market on October 17th, 2009 at 129 Russell Street between Nassau and Driggs Ave in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

Though the sun never showed up on Saturday, plenty of people stopped by for homemade treats including my homemade mini pies.

sausage, apple and sage pie w/ an all butter crust

pear jalapeno pie w/ a pepper jack cheese crust

apple pie w/ a cheddar cheese crust

Also check out the Greenpoint Food Market Blog