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Watch: Sneak peek of A (Mostly) Veggie Affair featuring Chef Nariba Shepard on NBC 5

Tuesday, November 5, 2019

A (Mostly) Veggie Affair is almost here, and our chefs are already getting warmed up for the big night on Thursday, November 7 at Lakeshore Beverage! All of our featured chefs will be cooking with seasonal, local ingredients sourced from our very own …
Where Chicago's Top Pitmasters Buy Their Meat and Fixings

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Labor Day is fast approaching, and with it comes one of America’s most mouthwatering traditions: the almighty backyard BBQ. Ready your tongs, dust off the old Weber and prepare to close out the summer in style with these words of wisdom from some …
Watch #GCMVeggieAffair Chefs live on WGN-TV & NBC 5 this week!

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Green City Market’s fall fundraiser, A (Mostly) Veggie Affair, is fast approaching on Thursday, November 8th at Lakeshore Beverage. To kick-off the event, we're excited to have participating chefs doing cooking demonstrations on live TV! Each chef …
Our Board Member, Eric Mansavage of Farmhouse Chicago, and Chef BBQ highlighted on NBC Chicago Cafe 5

Tuesday, July 11, 2017

We made it on the news! Eric Mansavage demoed his dish for our 17th Annual Chef BBQ on live TV, on NBC Chicago's segment "Dishing with Chicago Chefs". Check out Eric's fruit-based ice pop, made with or without alcohol, for a perfect summer treat. Click …
ABC7 Does GCM West Loop Market!

Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Melissa shared information about our upcoming outdoor season at the West Loop and our Chef BBQ on July 20th with ABC7. View our Executive Director's first talk-back news segment with ABC7 here!
Crain's Chicago Business includes our Chef BBQ as '10 Things to Do' in Chicago list!

Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Although the Chef BBQ is not this weekend, we received a special mention from Crain's Business Chicago to attend our 17th Annual Chef BBQ Banquet on July 20th! View the article here. Interested in attending? View more info and buy your tickets …
A Day by Day Guide to Farmers Markets in Chicago

Monday, May 8, 2017

The arrival of warmer weather means it’s time to get out your canvas tote bags and sun hats and head to the nearest farmers market for all of your fruit, veggie, herb, and local treat needs. Here is a day-by-day guide to the city’s farmers …
Green City Market Lincoln Park Opens!

Friday, May 5, 2017

https://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20170505/lincoln-park/green-city-market-opens-outdoors
Press Release: Green City Market Selects Ripson Communications as First Public Relations Agency of Record

Thursday, April 20, 2017

CHICAGO – April 20, 2017 -- Green City Market, Chicago's premier not-for-profit farmers market connecting local farmers with the Chicago community, announced their selection of Chicago based Ripson Communications as their public relations and marketing …
Green City Market to Open at the Park at Wrigley

Thursday, March 30, 2017

Green City Market is excited to partner with the Park at Wrigley to bring the first farmers market to Wrigleyville starting June 15, 2017.Green City Market will open its fourth farmers market, at the Park at Wrigley, at 3637 N. Clark Street on Thursday, …
Green City Market West Loop is in Mary Bartelme Park through the end of the season!

Friday, September 9, 2016

We are excited to announce that our West Loop Market will be making the short hop across the street starting September 10, 2016 and will set up in Mary Bartelme Park at the fountain plaza under the five stainless steel gates at the Northwest entry …
Chatting with the Chefs: Drew Davis & Nick Lacasse

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Eastman Egg Company was created two years ago with the idea to make breakfast better. They have continued their mission to make delicious food, deliver seamless service and create meaningful experiences throughout the Windy City. We welcome Chef Drew …
Wednesday Morning Yoga with Yoga Six

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

New to the 2016 outdoor season, Yoga Six will be hosting a series of free Wednesday morning yoga classes at Green City Market. From 7:30am - 8:15am enjoy an outdoor yoga class for all levels with a focus on calming the mind, building …
Green City Market is our Happy Place

Friday, May 6, 2016

Being a big baseball fan, the phrase “opening day” has always made me smile. It instantly conjures up images of summer, warmth, and friends. As well as hopefully a win or two on the field! Now that I am heading into my second …
Forbidden Root Growler Sales to Benefit GCM

Monday, April 11, 2016

Forbidden Root's new brew pub, located in a spacious building that was formerly home to the classic movie house Hub Theatre, made a splash on the Chicago culinary scene when it opened this February. Last week they began filling …