Caye Caulker Market
Despite the last-minute cancellation of the original plan for the Caye Caulker Market on Calle Al Sol, Food Republic and the Caye Caulker Market organizers made the best out of the situation.
While a few of the vendors that had prepared perishable products and Valentine’s Day items for the event, offered their products at Food Republic, a few others created their own stands on their properties on the island.
Food Republic offered delicious BBQ and ice-cold Belikin beers all day, and locals and tourists alike enjoyed the event!
Everything's Better With Music
When Gregory Michael Musicman heard of the cancellation, it didn’t take him long to decide that music would cheer everybody up. He volunteered his talent and played live music on his guitar for a few hours. If you haven’t seen Greg play, keep an eye on his Facebook Page for his upcoming gigs.
All-Natural Beauty Products
Purple Passion teamed up with Moonglow Design to introduce a few of their products.
Purple Passion launched their new facial oils yesterday that are used in their spa services and are now available for retail!
In addition to Purple Passion’s all natural massage oils, lip gloss, cuticle oils, lotion bars, body scrub, and hand sanitizers, Moonglow offered printed face masks and reusable shopping bags.
Don’t worry, if you missed it – all of their products are available at Purple Passion Studio & Spa on Calle Al Sol.
Hand-Painted Canvas Bags
Daniela showcased her beautiful hand-painted canvas bags. Every bag is reversible with a different color on each side. In addition, she made Valentine’s Day wristlets for the market.
We absolutely love her made in Caye Caulker bags!
Valentine's Day & Greeting Cards
After retiring from the vacation rental business, Amanda discovered her talent in watercolors. She now paints beautiful greeting cards that were available as originals and prints at yesterday’s event.
Food & Desserts
Thanks to the Food Republic team who made a last-minute smaller version of the Caye Caulker Market possible and provided visitors with their delicious BBQ!
In addition to Food Republic’s menu, the food vendors included Yoyo with her delicious Valentine’s Day treats and desserts and Miss Lidia Salan offering fresh tamales.
Caye Caulker Market - Plan B
Despite the last-minute pull of the permit to close Calle Al Sol, it was a really nice day with delicious food, handcrafted products made in Caye Caulker, and great music.
The Caye Caulker Market organizers and vendors, as well as locals and tourists were disappointed about the last-minute cancellation. But the team will not give up, yet, “It’s a set-back, but we will take another shot at it soon.”
There are a lot of very talented entrepreneurs in Caye Caulker who have been hit really hard by the lack of tourism due to the pandemic.
Let’s hope Caye Caulker Market will get the support from all local authorities to be able to showcase more of the artists, handcrafters, chefs and their “Made in Caye Caulker” products!
Made In Caye Caulker
Unfortunately, the list of 20 vendors had to be cut down to only a few with perishable and Valentine’s Day products. However, here are a few of the other vendors that were originally scheduled to be at yesterday’s Caye Caulker Market.
Aria Kat Art
Belize Chocolate Company
The delicious Belizean chocolate is available in their little shop on Front Street.
Celi's Gift Shop
Hand-made conch shell jewelry.
Find Mr. August on Front Street by the basketball court!
Pure Bliss By Yai
The Pure Bliss lipgloss was available yesterday on Middle Street next to Sky Market.
Queen Bee Vineyard
This young entrepreneur came up with creating his own version of Mead
Pop-Up Booth
A pop-up booth was planned to feature a variety of Caye Caulker vendors, such as woodwork, tours, arts and crafts.
Red Flower Gallery
Visit the talented Miss Paulette on Estrella Street!
She also makes the best Mosquito and Sandfly oil, called It Works!
Slurpees
Smoothies – pick one, two or mix it up!
Tender Buff Meets
Tender Buff Meets was going to join the vendors at the Caye Caulker Market with their incredible range of products!
