November starts off with a bang at the Farmhouse at Gillman Farms! First, the Season ReOpening launched on November 2, with a host of Fall Favorites on the Café Menu. Indulge in Harvest Apple Dumplings, creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars and a host of fall-themed Milkshakes. And come for lunch! Savory Spanish Bean Soup, hearty sandwiches, daily lunch specials like Meatloaf, Lasagna, and Chicken and Dumplings will round out the menu. Of course there will be a colorful array of local produce, jams and jellies, honey, herbs and fall-themed gift items.
Fall Vendor Market: On November 14, The Farmhouse at Gillman Farms will host the first “Gather at the Farmhouse” Vendor Market, featuring local artisans, crafts, baked goods, plants and family fun. The one-day market will run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Here are some highlights of the Gather at the Farmhouse Vendor Market:
Local Vendors: Nearly 36 local vendors will bring their sweets, treats, handmade items and a variety of shoppable merchandise. Vendor spaces include handmade quilts and crocheted items, iced and regular coffee creations, breads and baked goods, pet items, plants, jewelry, décor and other specialty items. Farmhouse Manager Dixie Gillman credits Event Coordinator Heather Stone for the market’s array of vendors. “Heather has really spearheaded the Gather Market movement, and she has diligently hunted for interesting and relevant vendors. We are very excited to launch the Market, and we hope it will become a ‘must-do’ event in years to come.”
Puppy Kissing Booth: The Market will have one sweet but slightly slobbery area… The Puppy Kissing Booth! This fun attraction is sponsored by Dogs.inc, a non-profit organization that raises and trains service dogs for blind and medically challenged adults. Attendees can donate to Dogs.inc at The Farmhouse while snuggling some of their precious pups.
Southern Gospel Live Music – The Tampa Freewill Baptist Praise & Worship Group returns with uplifting Southern Gospel music. The band will play throughout the Vendor Market.
Raffles & Giveaways – Each hour, prizes will be announced from vendor raffles and Farmhouse-sponsored drawings.
Perennial Favorites at The Farmhouse – Of course the Farmhouse will offer fall favorites menu items including Spanish Bean Soup, Cuban sandwiches, BBQ Pork Nachos, Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad, Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, and much more. Grilled burgers and hotdogs are also on the Market event menu.
From late November to December, the café shifts to a Strawberry Menu, featuring Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry Pizza and other berry-licious desserts; sandwiches, soups and daily lunch specials.
The Farmhouse at Gillman Farms is a seasonal agritourism destination in the Cork community of Northwest Plant City. The Farmhouse is open for normal business Mon through Sat, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and is located at 5617 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City, (just west of Keel Farms & Winery).
For more information, contact Dixie Gillman, 813.967.4146 or email farmhousegf@gmail.com.
