Market Day Meals: A Home-Cooked Haven in the Heart of Frankston
Tucked away on New Street in Frankston, a family-run business has been winning hearts and appetites for over nine years with its down-to-earth, home-cooked meals. Market Day Meals isn’t just another café; it’s a celebration of fresh, wholesome food infused with family spirit and community love.
The story starts, as many good food adventures do, with a kitchen and a fridge full of possibilities. Mary, the culinary mastermind behind Market Day Meals, would scour the local markets for seasonal treasures, transforming them into delicious dishes. With a name that pays homage to these early market adventures, Mary's cooking quickly gained a following combining a fresh cooked meal with the power of takeaway convenience. After time went by Mary and Tom started to feel the demand by local customers for the need of a good coffee. So Tom purchased the coffee machine and just like that, MDM evolved into a cafe.
Like many businesses, Market Day Meals faced significant challenges during the lockdown. Yet, adversity sparked a creative solution. Inspired by her parents, their daughter Felicity dreamed of having her own dog, so Tom encouraged her to save up for it herself. Determined to reach her goal, she set up a trestle table outside the café, decorated with flowers and cheerful signs, where she sold her parents' meals.
“She was literally yelling down the street and I came out to see what was happening thinking to myself, what is she doing? As soon as I came out, I see her and she’s showing me how much money she had made.” Felicity's hard work and infectious enthusiasm not only helped her earn enough for her furry friend but also deepened the café’s connection within the local community.
Now, the atmosphere has become infectiously friendly and inviting, with Mary and Tom always going the extra mile to greet customers by name and share a laugh. Through the ups and downs, they’ve remained steadfast in their commitment to the community, sourcing ingredients from local butcher shops and markets.
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Today, Market Day Meals is not just a spot to grab a bite; it stands as a testament to the power of family, fresh food, and a dash of ingenuity. So, the next time you crave a taste of home, or are in need of a friendly conversation just head to Market Day Meals. You might just discover the magic that happens when a family turns their love for food into a beloved community hub.
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