The Journey to Milly’s Market: A New Chapter Begins

Milly’s Market is making a comeback stronger and more inspired than ever

For those of you who’ve followed along since the beginning, Milly’s Market was born from a simple yet profound idea: to bridge the gap between New Yorkers and the incredible bounty of fresh, locally grown foods available in and around our city. This vision wasn’t just about food, it was about people, connection, and wellness. It was about creating a space where we could all celebrate the flavors, traditions, and stories that make New York so unique.

The Early Days

Milly’s Market first began as a series of pop-up farm stands, plant-based dinners, and wellness events. At the time, I was juggling raising my son in Brooklyn, working in NYC’s restaurant industry, and diving deep into community food advocacy. I was inspired by my own challenges finding fresh, nutritious foods in my neighborhood and driven by the connections I made with farmers and gardeners eager to share their harvests with our city.

Those early efforts gained a loyal following, and the market quickly became more than just a place to shop. It became a gathering space, a movement, and a celebration of local food.

But like so many small businesses, Milly’s Market faced setbacks. Life threw its curveballs, and I had to take a step back to rethink how to allocate resources to grow this dream into something sustainable and lasting.

The Relaunch

Fast forward to today, and I’m proud to say that this relaunch represents a new chapter, shaped by everything I’ve learned over the years and everyone I’ve met along the way.

So, what’s new?

•Healing Bundles filled with locally sourced produce and goods that will make your wellness journey seamless.

•Wellness-Focused Shopping like our customized user-friendly shopping experience where you can shop based on your dietary needs.

•Stronger Community Ties with farmers, gardeners, fellow food purveyors, and chefs across NYS to create something truly collaborative.

This isn’t just a relaunch, it’s a recommitment to the mission of making fresh, local food affordable and accessible to all New Yorkers, especially in underserved communities.

The Road Ahead

I want to invite you to be part of this journey. Whether it’s ordering your first bundle, coming out to the farm stand or simply sharing our vision with a friend, your support means everything.

Milly’s Market has always been about the people. It’s about the farmers and gardeners who cultivate our food and the communities who need and want access to the best quality foods our region has to offer.

Thank you for being part of this journey. I can’t wait to grow, celebrate, and connect with all of you as we take Milly’s Market to new heights.

With gratitude,

Sadatu