The Market Shops, located at the entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, is proud to announce four new merchants have joined the recently renovated shopping center.
Affinity | women's boutique
Affinity, meaning a strong attraction to, is a women’s boutique owned and operated by local, Theresa Barrett. Barrett opened her first store, Gypsea, in Grayton Beach, Florida, in 1995 across from the well-known restaurant Red Bar. With over 22 years of retail background, Barrett’s background and buying expertise is a welcome addition The Market Shops.Patrons will enjoy browsing Affinity’s variety of women’s clothing, accessories, home décor, local jewelry and art. Those who wish to shop online can do so athttp://www.affinityboutiques.com/. Affinity Boutique is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Ben & Jerry's | peace love and ice cream
Back in 1978 when Ben and Jerry first dished out ice cream in their downtown Burlington, Vermont, scoop shop, it was a place where friends hung out and good vibes flowed over euphoric flavors chock full of chunks & swirls. Today, The Market Shops is proud to have the locally owned and operated scoop shop amongst its merchants. Owned by Greg Valloch, Ben and Jerry’s at The Market Shops offers 32 dip flavors, served in cups, cones or sundaes; including one gluten free option; and a pint freezer full of your favorite flavors. Ben & Jerry’s is open daily at 11:00 a.m.
Proffitt PR | consulting firm, PR, marketing, events
Proffitt PR is a boutique consulting firm specializing in a wide range of services including public relations, strategic marketing, social media, advertising, community relations, creative services, branding and identity, digital marketing, sponsorships and more. President and Founder Jessica Proffitt Bracken and her award-winning team represent a broad range of clients in a variety of industries throughout the Emerald Coast of Florida. Proffitt PR has worked with and represented over 100 companies internationally, nationally, regionally and locally in a variety of industries ranging from regional shopping centers to local small businesses. Initially recognized as a Best New Business in 2012 by the readers of Destin Magazine, Proffitt PR has been honored as the Best Public Relations Firm every year since. In 2016, Proffitt PR was voted Best Event Planning Firm and Best Public Relations/Advertising Firm by the readers of Emerald Coast Magazine, and most recently won Finest Public Relations and Ad Agency by the readers of Northwest Florida Daily News.
Justin Gaffrey delivers his art to Jessica Proffitt's new digs just before the Grand Opening
The Foster Gallery | CAA member co-op art gallery
The Foster Gallery, the Cultural Arts Alliance (CAA) first member artist co-op gallery, is now open next to DIG Eatery and the new Ben & Jerry's. Twelve artists were chosen to exhibit and work in the gallery during the Summer 2016 exhibit, through August 26, 2016. Named in honor of the late Susan Foster, co-founder of the Cultural Arts Alliance and one of our area's first professional artists, the Foster Gallery symbolizes the support the CAA strives to give artists in the community, especially those that are members of the CAA. The Foster Gallery will be open Monday – Friday, 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Summer events coming to The Market Shops including Summer Concert Series on Saturday afternoons 4-6pm (See SoWal Events/Music Calendars)... And the Bloody Mary Festival returns for the second year (Oct 1).
Affinity | women's boutique
Affinity, meaning a strong attraction to, is a women’s boutique owned and operated by local, Theresa Barrett. Barrett opened her first store, Gypsea, in Grayton Beach, Florida, in 1995 across from the well-known restaurant Red Bar. With over 22 years of retail background, Barrett’s background and buying expertise is a welcome addition The Market Shops.Patrons will enjoy browsing Affinity’s variety of women’s clothing, accessories, home décor, local jewelry and art. Those who wish to shop online can do so athttp://www.affinityboutiques.com/. Affinity Boutique is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Ben & Jerry's | peace love and ice cream
Back in 1978 when Ben and Jerry first dished out ice cream in their downtown Burlington, Vermont, scoop shop, it was a place where friends hung out and good vibes flowed over euphoric flavors chock full of chunks & swirls. Today, The Market Shops is proud to have the locally owned and operated scoop shop amongst its merchants. Owned by Greg Valloch, Ben and Jerry’s at The Market Shops offers 32 dip flavors, served in cups, cones or sundaes; including one gluten free option; and a pint freezer full of your favorite flavors. Ben & Jerry’s is open daily at 11:00 a.m.
Proffitt PR | consulting firm, PR, marketing, events
Proffitt PR is a boutique consulting firm specializing in a wide range of services including public relations, strategic marketing, social media, advertising, community relations, creative services, branding and identity, digital marketing, sponsorships and more. President and Founder Jessica Proffitt Bracken and her award-winning team represent a broad range of clients in a variety of industries throughout the Emerald Coast of Florida. Proffitt PR has worked with and represented over 100 companies internationally, nationally, regionally and locally in a variety of industries ranging from regional shopping centers to local small businesses. Initially recognized as a Best New Business in 2012 by the readers of Destin Magazine, Proffitt PR has been honored as the Best Public Relations Firm every year since. In 2016, Proffitt PR was voted Best Event Planning Firm and Best Public Relations/Advertising Firm by the readers of Emerald Coast Magazine, and most recently won Finest Public Relations and Ad Agency by the readers of Northwest Florida Daily News.
Justin Gaffrey delivers his art to Jessica Proffitt's new digs just before the Grand Opening
The Foster Gallery | CAA member co-op art gallery
The Foster Gallery, the Cultural Arts Alliance (CAA) first member artist co-op gallery, is now open next to DIG Eatery and the new Ben & Jerry's. Twelve artists were chosen to exhibit and work in the gallery during the Summer 2016 exhibit, through August 26, 2016. Named in honor of the late Susan Foster, co-founder of the Cultural Arts Alliance and one of our area's first professional artists, the Foster Gallery symbolizes the support the CAA strives to give artists in the community, especially those that are members of the CAA. The Foster Gallery will be open Monday – Friday, 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Summer events coming to The Market Shops including Summer Concert Series on Saturday afternoons 4-6pm (See SoWal Events/Music Calendars)... And the Bloody Mary Festival returns for the second year (Oct 1).
