If you're familiar with my blog, you know that one of my early objectives in writing a blog was to share local businesses I'm passionate about. When I decide to share a business, it's always from the heart, never a solicited review. That is precisely what I'm sharing today - a business (not exactly local) that I recently visited (twice in a week) that I'm so excited to talk about. That business is Sunnycrest Markets in Sharon Springs, NY.
Sunnycrest Markets is an authentic Amish marketplace featuring around ten vendors and artisans, all mostly under one roof in a family friendly atmosphere. I became aware of this treasure on social media and couldn't wait to check it out. Let me just tell you, we visited on Saturday, May 16th and went back again on Thursday, May 21st. It's that good!
Under the roof of Sunnycrest Farm is Sunnycrest Kitchen. John and I had a late lunch last Saturday and anyone who enjoys the deliciousness of home cooking that isn't your own home cooking will savor the offerings in this Amish kitchen. You won't find gourmet on the menu, but what you will find is a simple yet delicious collection of offerings to please every member of your family. John ordered a burger with peppers, onions and cheese with fries, not realizing it was a double burger.
It was delicious and tasted like real beef, not fast food mystery meat. I ordered a simple BLT with creamy pasta salad. Both were delicious, loaded with flavor, generous portions, and sadly I could only eat 1/2 of this big masterpiece. Our meals came to $24.00 total, served up by the sweetest Amish girl. All the wait staff were Amish girls/women, of course dressed in their traditional dresses, aprons and white bonnets.
Just around the corner from the dining room is
Daily Inspiration Gift Shop, a lovely shop filled with inspirational gifts, decor, books, children's toys and games, puzzles, cookbooks, and so much more.
Baked & Brewed is a wonderful shop that serves smoothies, hot pretzels (huge), specialty brews, and soft ice cream, just to name a few of their offerings. On our second visit we enjoyed hot pretzels and a delicious iced latte. We actually went back our second time for the pretzels.
Sonrise Bulk Foods carries a large selection of bulk items, some farm fresh and organic and includes things like bulk candy, nuts, spices, treats and household essentials. So many good things at a crazy good price.
Sonrise Deli offers sliced cold cuts and subs, salads and typical deli merchandise.
Sonrise Produce carries the most beautiful produce, fruit cups and veggies.
You'll also find White Birch Meats, Sonrise Bakery, and Dutch Country Connections filled with Amish-made furniture. Sonrise Bakery features all sorts of baked goods, including delicious whoopie pies, traditional chocolate and oatmeal. My hubby will vouch for both!
Perhaps my favorite vendor at the market is Sunnycrest Greenhouse! Every year I say I'm going to buy less plants and I can tell you that Sunnycrest Greenhouse is responsible for me breaking that promise and for that - I will not apologize. Not only is the greenhouse filled to the brim with gorgeous, healthy plants - both garden and houseplants - but their prices are so reasonable and considerably cheaper than other garden centers. Locally, hanging mixed baskets are going for over $40 at best. Their hanging baskets were in the $21-30 range. Patio planters with a mixture of plants began at $25. Customers can also choose their own plants and the employees at the greenhouse will plant your pots for you! Again, all the workers are lovely Amish women, all so friendly and polite. There's a lovely garden center filled with everything you need for your garden - pots, decor, fertilizer and such. It's a gardener's paradise.
Located at 7869 NY Route 10 in Sharon Springs, Sunnycrest Markets is a scenic drive out Route 20, just about an hour from Clifton Park or Albany. While you're in town, stop and visit Beekman 1802 flagship shop (which you'll pass on your way to the market). Sunnycrest Markets is open Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00, Saturday 8:00-4:00 and Closed on Sunday. The restaurant is open Monday - Friday, 6:00-4:00 and Saturday 6:00-3:00. For current information and hours, please refer to their website:
https://sunnycrestmarkets.com/
Note: They will be open for normal business hours on Monday - Memorial Day.
Follow them on social media -
https://www.facebook.com/Sunnycrestmarkets
Instagram: @sunnycrestmarkets
Also stay tuned for upcoming events: Strawberryfest on June 27, Cornfest on August 15th, Fallfest on September 16 and a Christmas event on December 19. Don't wait for the events, head to Sharon Springs soon ......for a delicious meal, tasty snack, and beautiful additions for your garden. I pinky promise - you won't be disappointed.
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