Westfield French Market continues to grow, adding new vendors

The Westfield French Market is off to a rewarding start as the European-style, Bensidoun USA backed outdoor market adds new vendors and welcomes area patrons as they flock to enjoy the market’s offerings. 

Added to the growing list of vendors including B True Bakery, Hahn Bakery, KAP Farm, Organo Gold Coffee, The Blue Olive, Fraternite and Notre Dame. Also joining the line-up are Provence Imports, featuring table linens direct from Provence; Twin Garden Farms, bringing to the market their Mirai Corn, and The Bakeman which will offer gluten free products, most notably the Zen Brownie. 

To make the trip to the market easier for shoppers, Westfield has recently added ‘dots’ to all the Maps and Directories around the shopping center to guide guests to the French Market area.  A-frame signs also have been placed at five of the major entrances to help navigate eager market shoppers through the center.

The Westfield French Market is open every Thursday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. through September and is located near Macy’s by the Koi Pond. It offers a variety of local artisan products including fresh produce, breads and cheeses and gifts for the home and family. For more information, call 847-673-6800.

BENSIDOUN USA, Opens First French Market in New York Chelsea Triangle

New York (June 25, 2012) - Bensidoun USA, the world’s premiere operator of authentic French open-air markets, will open its first market in New York City on Friday, June 29 in the Chelsea Triangle at 9th Avenue between 14th and 15th Streets. The market will be open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. through November 24.
The Chelsea Triangle French Market is the latest addition to the long list of European-style markets operated by Bensidoun USA that attract thousands of loyal weekly visitors.  US markets currently in operation include 14 outdoor markets in Illinois plus one indoor market in Chicago, one outdoor market in Michigan and three in the New York area. The market is being launched in partnership with the Chelsea Improvement Company, which co-created the plaza in 2007 and has managed it ever since.

Bensidoun USA operates both large and small markets—each being unique to meet the needs of the community it’s in. Public markets are synonymous with French culture and style, as expressed through the sale of fresh, locally grown produce, seasonal flowers, boutique clothing and jewelry and original arts and crafts. In keeping with this tradition, the Chelsea Triangle French Market will house booths that showcase and sell fresh and locally grown produce, artisanal baked goods and cheeses, grass fed meats, and other organic specialties. 

“What really makes our French Markets unique is the support of the local communities where we operate,” said Sebastien Bensidoun, executive vice-president of Bensidoun USA. “Over the years, we’ve seen businesses grow and flourish in an often challenging economy. The Bensidoun family is truly devoted to supporting local small businesses and creating meaningful relationships within the communities it serves. Many of our vendor and customer relationships go back 15 years to the very beginning of our US efforts.”

“We are extremely pleased to partner with the Bensidoun family to create a new open-air market experience for Chelsea residents and all New Yorkers to enjoy,” said Dan Biederman, president of the Chelsea Improvement Company.

Bensidoun French Markets guarantee its visitors the experience of the finest in local produce, delicacies from well-known area restaurants, freshly baked breads and pastries from artisan bakeries, and seasonal spreads from local orchards. Visitors will also enjoy one-of-a-kind crafts to enhance home décor and unique jewelry from emerging designers.

The booths at Chelsea Triangle French Market will carry a wide assortment of specialty items. Among those expected to be available at the market are:

• Greens, arugula, lettuces, spinach, mushroom ( both foraged and cultivated), tomatoes, onions, ramps, herbs,  and sprouts

• Apples, stone fruit (peaches, plums) pears, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries

• Organic dried pasta made in New York State

• Artisanal baguettes, baked goods, granola and specialty breads made with organic grains including an array of gluten-free and vegan offerings

• Grass fed beef and pork products including steaks and sausages

• Honey and maple syrup

• Authentic Italian pizza made with all organic and local ingredients, cut to order

• Baked items such as French cannelles and madeleines

• Homemade mozzarella and other Italian specialties

• Pickles, sauerkraut, pickled vegetables

• Organic veal, pork and chicken products, cured meats, eggs, and sheep, cow and goat's milk cheeses

• Organic teas

• French bakery items

*For those interested in being a part of the Chelsea Triangle French Market as a vendor, please contact Johanna Safar at jsafar@bensidounmarketsny.com  or Jody Milano at (917) 406-7477.

About Bensidoun USA
In 1953, Rolland Bensidoun, like his father and grandfather before him, began managing open-air markets in France. For nearly 60 years, Rolland Bensidoun expanded his operations, introducing his sons, Pascal and Sebastien to the family-run and operated business. Today, The Bensidoun Family manage 32 markets in the City of Paris including six indoor markets, the Famous Antique market of Porte de Vanves and the world famous certified organic market "Marche Raspail", as well as in New York, Michigan and the Chicagoland area. For more information, please visit http://www.bensidounusa.com.

About the Chelsea Improvement Company
The Chelsea Improvement Company (CIC) is a nonprofit neighborhood redevelopment corporation that seeks to improve the day-to-day lives of the people who live, work, and visit southwest Chelsea. CIC supplements services provided by city government – like sanitation and security programs – and has made major improvements to the neighborhood streetscape, including elaborate plantings and lighting.  It also runs two public spaces in the neighborhood, at Ninth and Tenth Avenues.
More information is at: http://www.chelseaimprovement.com.

 

BENSIDOUN USA, Accepting Applications for Vendors for Chicago Suburban Markets

Bensidoun USA, the world’s premiere operator is seeking vendors to participate in several upcoming French Markets in Chicago suburban areas.  The open-air style European market is looking for producers of goods from local orchards and farms as well as artisan breads, cheeses and meats.  Also encouraged to apply are local restaurants and emerging designers who wish to provide one of a kind crafts including home décor and jewelry. 

Chicago area markets looking to fill vendor spots are:

• Lombard
• Country Club Hills (NEW MARKET – opening July 11)
• Homewood
• Sugar Grove
• Vernon Hills (NEW MARKET – opening July 7)
• Prudential Plaza (NEW MARKET – opening July 11)
• Villa Park
• Lisle

Bensidoun USA operates both large and small markets—each being unique to meet the needs of the community it’s in. Public markets are synonymous with French culture and style, as expressed through the sale of fresh, locally grown produce, seasonal flowers, boutique clothing and jewelry and original arts and crafts. Though each market will be unique per its community, each French Market will house booths that showcase and sell fresh and locally grown produce, artisanal baked goods and cheeses, grass fed meats, and other organic specialties. 

All vendors interested in participating in the 2012 Bensidoun USA French and Farmers Markets can access the application here, email bensidoun@yahoo.com, or call 312.575.0286.   Please contact our offices immediately if any of these  markets are of interest to you.  Vendor incentives are available to qualified businesses.

Accepted applicants will have access to a system of local markets and pop-up events that service a large geographic area. Both full and part time vendors are encouraged to apply as Bensidoun USA strives to make their experience at outdoor markets a pleasant and consistent one – no matter the town or the day of the week.  Bensidoun USA provides traditional imported French Market Canopies for its vendors at the majority of its venues. They believe in and support the communities they are in and work closely with their sponsoring organization, local government, local businesses and local non-profits to provide vibrant public markets that address the needs of the community and connect the business owner directly to the consumer.

About Bensidoun USA

In 1953, Rolland Bensidoun, like his father and grandfather before him, began managing open-air markets in France. For nearly 60 years, Rolland Bensidoun expanded his operations, introducing his sons, Pascal and Sebastien to the family-run and operated business. Today, The Bensidoun Family manage 32 markets in the City of Paris including six indoor markets, the Famous Antique market of Porte de Vanves and the world famous certified organic market "Marche Raspail", as well as in New York, Michigan and the Chicagoland area. For more information, please visit http://www.bensidounusa.com.

Westfield French Market, now running every Thursday through September

The Westfield French Market is now open every Thursday from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. through September.  The outdoor market, located near Macy’s, offers a variety of artisan products including fresh produce, breads and cheeses and gifts for the home and family. 

This is the first time Westfield and Bensidoun USA have partnered together in an effort to create a completely new shopping experience for Chicagoland customers.  By adding the artisan outdoor market and selling fresh and local goods, Westfield’s goal is to create a greater sense of community in the area which includes residents of Chicago and surrounding suburban areas, as well as Westfield retailers.  In supporting the French market and participating vendors, Westfield hopes to provide a greater recognition and appreciate for local artisans.  For more information on the upcoming French Market at Westfield Old Orchard, call 847-673-6800

French Market coming to Westfield Old Orchard

Westfield Old Orchard and Bensidoun USA are partnering to bring a Parisian style street market to the high end shopping center. Starting in June, the outdoor market located near Macy’s will house a plethora of artisan vendors selling everything from fresh produce, breads and cheeses to other local artisanal products.  Also available will be unique gifts for the home and family. 

This is the first time Westfield and the French Market have partnered together in an effort to create a completely new shopping experience for Westfield customers.  By adding the artisan outdoor market and selling fresh and local goods, Westfield’s goal is to create a greater sense of community in the area which includes residents of Chicago and surrounding suburban areas, as well as Westfield retailers.  In supporting the French market and participating vendors, Westfield hopes to provide a greater recognition and appreciate for local artisans.  

The market is set to begin 2 pm – 7 pm every Thursday starting in June and running through September.  For more information on the upcoming French Market at Westfield Old Orchard, call 847-673-6800.