Holiday Delight at Union Square: Winter Market Celebration
The Union Square Holiday Market in Manhattan is a cozy and delightful experience, despite the holiday crowds. With over 150 vendors, it's a great place for holiday shopping, checking out local artists, or simply enjoying a fun activity.
At Bwé Kafe, a coffee booth nestled among the market stalls, you'll find a dark roast blend of Honduras and Haitian coffee. Bwé Kafe is more than just a coffee shop; it donates a large percentage of its proceeds to the educationally focused initiative Love for Haiti, supporting 23 full-time students. Sip on a hot beverage while making a difference.
No Chewing Allowed, located nearby, offers a variety of flavored chocolates and a hot chocolate made with a chocolate truffle. If you're looking for something savory, Babka Bailout, situated at the same booth as Bwé Kafe, provides a variety of babkas, including the unique Ube Babka and Zaatar Feta Mozzarella Babka.
For those seeking a unique gift, Shaya NYC Fine Handcrafted Jewelry offers one-of-a-kind necklaces, created by the owner, Shaya Mehubad. If animal prints are more your style, SM Wardrobe has an animal print clothing line for pet lovers.
Breezy Hill Orchard is another favorite booth at the market. Warm up with a cup of hot apple cider, indulge in apple cider donuts, chocolate chip cookies, or gingersnaps. For pet owners, Woofcessories offers a selection of coats, collars, toys, and other goods for your furry friends.
If you're interested in sustainable living, Three Bluebirds offers reusable Swedish dishcloths that can be washed over 200 times and last up to 9 months of daily use. They restore 20 gallons of water to the earth and are compostable.
For a touch of luxury, Dr. Silkman's Body Emporium offers candles that combine the warmth and smell of a candle with the texture and moisture of shea butter.
Pixie Doodle Farm, a booth with a mission, offers excellent tea and is committed to bringing plant medicine and free herbalism to communities. Their Winter Blend tea is made with Turmeric Root, Cocoa Nibs, Ashwagandha Root, Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Licorice Root.
Article 22, another socially conscious vendor, features jewelry made from shrapnel and debris left behind by the millions of undetonated bombs dropped in Laos during the Vietnam War. Proceeds go towards clearing unexploded bombs and supporting traditional artisan livelihoods in Vietnam.
The idea to make furniture pieces from real animal hides at the market originated from traditional artisans and designers specializing in leather goods.
Lastly, Sabyloo specializes in animal socks with every dog breed printed on a different colored pair of socks. A unique and quirky gift for any dog lover.
The Union Square Holiday Market is a vibrant and meaningful destination this holiday season, offering a wide range of products and a chance to support various causes. Whether you're shopping for yourself or others, you're sure to find something special.
