Omnivore - El Burro Pollo and Chef Philip Meeker at EAV Farmers Market this Thursday

What is better than a farmers market open after work and not at the crack of dawn? One where you can shop and grab dinner. Chef Hector Santiago’s much beloved burrito stand, El Burro Pollo, is making an appearance at Thursday’s East Atlanta Village (EAV) Farmers Market. What better pop-up could there be than one serving a meal that combines utility with taste? El Burro Pollo’s braised chicken barbacoa, bandarita sauces, and crunchy slaw in charred edible packaging are perfect for perusing the market’s goods. Santiago will be there for the duration of the market which runs from 4 to 8pm.

The market is full of excitement this week with the addition of neighborhood restaurant We Suki Suki. Their authentic Banh Mi combination of crispy French bread, zingy pickled carrots and daikon, and Vietnamese mayo makes for another (or an additional) choice for dinner.

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• Philip Meeker of Bright Seed

Finish either (or both) of these handheld treats and mosey over to the demo booth for seasonal, hands-on cooking with classically trained chef Philip Meeker who will utilize produce from the market and school you on what to do with those kale florets or stinging nettles. Meeker, formerly of Kimball House now runs Bright Seed, his business which teaches how to cook and eat well with customized meal plans for home, cooking classes, and garden planting. (Philip designed the edible gardens at Kimball House). Meeker will be there from 4-8 P.M., ready to answer questions on cooking, gardening, and seasonal produce.

Dessert is easy with La Calavera Bakery and King of Pops on the premises. You can even bring your leashed pooch. EAV Farmers Market is located at 561 Flat Shoals Avenue.