Amanda Rees will be spreading the love at the next Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Farmers’ Market, which takes place on the most romantic day of the year.
Amanda, who lives in Llantrisant, is a wonder in the kitchen and cooks up mouth-watering treats all year round. She sells her wares at the Farmers’ Market, which takes place in the rear car park of Tonyrefail Leisure Centre on the second Tuesday of every month.
The next Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Farmers’ Market takes place on Tuesday, February 14 – Valentine’s Day – and Amanda, of Seasons Farm Foods, will be selling her ‘heart-warming’ delights, sure to melt the hearts of all romantics.
The Farmers’ Market, organised by Rhondda Cynon Taf Council, will be the ideal place to buy your loved one something special on the day.
Mrs Rees said: “I sell an extensive range of baked products, including pies, ready meals and our very popular traditional faggots and gravy all year round.
“But I love Valentine’s Day, and for those romantics with a sweet tooth I will be selling homemade cakes, tarts and puddings, along with cupcakes at the next Farmers’ Market.
Seasons Farm Foods was established in 2009 as a small venture selling excess home-grown meats and eggs to family, friends and work colleagues.
“We were so thrilled with the positive feedback we received and the endless requests for more that we decided to expand our range and outlets,” said Mrs Rees.
“We believe that more than ever, people want to know the source and origin of their food, preferring to purchase homemade and locally produced goods to those mass produced for the supermarkets.
“Due to our rural location, we decided not to open a shop on site at the farm, preferring to show off our products at the Farmers’ Market and food festivals.”
The Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Farmers’ Markets are just one of the many events and special projects now undertaken in Tonyrefail.
Leader of the Council and Member for Tonyrefail East, Councillor Russell Roberts, said: “The Farmers’ Markets are a great asset to Rhondda Cynon Taf and showcase the impressive produce available locally.
“I regularly visit the Farmers’ Market at Tonyrefail and never fail to be overwhelmed by the products on sale. I am delighted to see the monthly events so well supported.
“When the previous market ended, we were approached by disappointed residents asking what we as local Councillors could do, and I am pleased to say that following our interventions, the Council’s Events Team has been able to set up this successful Farmers’ Market initiative.”
Fellow Councillor, Cllr Eudine Hanagan, Member for Tonyrefail West, said: “The Farmers’ Markets are a big boost for Tonyrefail and will help businesses throughout the town due to the higher footfall they generate each month and the knock-on effect as people come here to spend their money.
“I am sure the Valentine’s Day Farmers’ Market will be very popular and build on the popularity it gained throughout the last year.”
The next Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Farmers’ Market takes place at the rear car park of Tonyrefail Leisure Centre on Tuesday, February 14, from 10am until 2pm. Admission is free and all are welcome.
Many stalls will be lined up with a variety of home-made and home-grown products, all fresh and guaranteed to impress. A number of craft stands will also be set up on the day, offering their own range of interesting and unique products.
For details on all forthcoming events in Rhondda Cynon Taf call the Events Team on 01443 424123 or visit www.rctcbc.gov.uk/whatson
