Doburoku Making Workshop


It's really something quite wonderful once you really start to think about it.Two friends: One, a dedicated darkroom photographer (Yoshinori), the other, a humble chef (Koichi) teaching both locals and Marché staff alike the fine points of the beautiful, age-old Japanese tradition of Doburoku making. On the menu for the evening was a dynamic lecture and demonstration exploring farmer style saké and was set on a warm, summery evening in our backyard. The audience, completely captivated by their instructors, were diligently taking note and asking questions, as any good group of pupils would. While they concentrated, the golden sun began to set, the air began to cool, and the backyard chickens made way to their coops to tuck in for the evening. And as an observer, my favourite aspect of it all was being able to witness, as part of the crowd soaked in the secrets of an unfamiliar world unraveling in front of them, that a fraction of the group were treated to an experience that was close to home—and their hearts. The event by Yoshinori and Koichi was culturally rich and endearing, and if it all were to happen again, I truly hope you are able to join us.

Photographs and words by Luis Valdizon

Event Coverage: Summer Camp Pop-Up Shop


With the opening of our "Summer Camp" Pop-Up shop, we welcome a glorious new season. It was the perfect reason for friends, loved ones and faithful patrons, both new and old, to support a plethora of local entrepreneurs (Patricia Larsen Paintings, Greybelle Designs, Woodlot Candles, Mandula Designs, CP Shades) and the boundless talents held within the old walls of Le Marché St. George (Janaki Larsen Ceramics, Klee Larsen Photos, House of Hudson Jewelry). A warm thank you goes out to everyone who took the time on a most lovely Saturday to drop by. The strength of our shop is rooted deeply in its community, and it is a privilege for us to open up our doors and share with you a little slice of our lives and hearts every now and again. Perhaps, however, the greatest privilege of all is bearing witness to the beautiful blossoming of the passionate people that are changing the face of our wonderful city. It's these times that reminds us of how vigorously we love and are loved. If you haven't had the opportunity to make it down, we encourage you to visit. We're open until June 8th.


Photographs and words by Luis Valdizon

Sneak Peek

We are pretty excited to welcome Sausalito's CP Shades to Le Marché.
This line is the quintessence of easy summer dressing. Linens and cottons that are easily hand washed and line dried, making them perfect for your Summer Camp.

Summer Camp





White linen, unbleached canvas, panama hats,
days at the beach, laying in the grass, laundry on the line, simple food on simple dishes.
These are some of the things that have inspired this summers Pop up Shop.
Hope to see you there.

Peas Please




Have you planted your peas yet? Peas, along with tomatoes are one of those things that are best picked fresh off the plant. Peas are so easy to grow, they're quick to germinate and are one of the only green things our daughter will eat without disguising. One of my favourite ways to eat peas, aside from out of their shells, is with lemon, mint, olive oil and salt and pepper. Actually, that's my favourite way to eat most things. 


Photo's | Janaki Larsen