Festive Flavours: Exploring the best food stalls at the York Christmas Market

Beat the tourists to these stalls this December!

(Image: Tilly Bowen)

The much loved and anticipated York Christmas Market is back in our wonderful city, as of the 14th of November! The market provides lots of holiday spirit and of course lots of delicious food and drink to try. There is a great selection of treats for everyone; whether you prefer savoury or sweet, they have it all! 

Many of these food businesses incorporate local produce to support producers across the county, and many make their treats using traditional Yorkshire techniques.There are 31 different food traders at the market this year, offering a wide range of different food and drink to try for yourself or give to another as the perfect Christmas present.

I have picked out a handful of stalls that look absolutely delicious to give you a taste of what the market has to offer!

The Chilli Jam Man:

The Chilli Jam Man is run by Simon, who started making chilli jams after he fell in love with South East Asian flavours. Simon and his small team produce a range of chilli jams, sauces and oils, all made from the very best ingredients. The Chilli Jam Man has also won countless Great Taste awards! Visit The Chilli Jam Stall at the Christmas Market and pick up a chilli jam to spice up your sandwiches and platters, and browse the selection of chilli gifts for the perfect Christmas present for a spice-lover!

Northern Brownies:

Based in Leeds, Northern Brownies bakes a wide range of fresh, delicious and chocolatey brownies for all sweet treat lovers to enjoy. Their brownies come in different flavours including salted caramel, chocolate orange, Nutella and Kinder Bueno! These artisan brownies are the perfect treat for yourself, or you could grab a box of six for friends and family to enjoy! You can even order Northern Brownies to be delivered through the post. Be sure to check out their stand for a Christmas treat!

The Crusty Pie Company:

The Crusty Pie Company was established in 1990 and has been making incredible pies, sausage rolls and pasties ever since. The Crusty Pie company provides the best hearty food to keep you full and satisfied, ready to spend hours looking at all the great stalls that York Christmas Market has to offer!

I hope you all have the best time looking round this year’s Christmas Market and enjoy some great food with friends and family!