Don’t Worry About The Parade

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It happens every year around this time. The Troy Flag Day parade.

It used to be the biggest in the nation – four or five hours worth! That was two hours longer than anyone could enjoy, but it didn’t stop them from sitting in the hot sun, watching.

Nowadays it has thinned out a bit, which makes it all the better. It still clears out the streets, tho, unless you know the tricks to get around.

Carmens is on first Street, and you can just pull up and down first and second with no worries, from the finance bridge to the Congress St., Bridge and beyond. We are still dishing out delicious food, having a grand old time on this beautiful day. See you soon!

Sidewalk at the Café

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While Jim & Carm are at the Farmer’s Market, Paula holds things down at the Café.

More shade on Adams Street!

Vine Ripe Tomatoes

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She looked all over, but Carmen was not find any truly ripe plum tomatoes. She went with premium ripe-on-the-vine tomatoes plus sweet peppers, cucumbers, garlic & spices.

Guess what? It paid off! Her Andalusian Gazpacho is a work of art!

Available today at the Café

Ebeneezer the Mini-Pig

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You see all types here at the Farmers Market.

Farmer’s Market Menu

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Carmen's Cafe at Troy Farmers Market

We will offer a few of our favorites at the Troy Farmer’s Market on Saturday:

  • Flamenco
  • Flan French Toast
  • Picadillo
  • Empanadas
  • Cubano Sandwiches

Topped off with Chocolate Egg Creme, Minty Iced Tea and Jim-Gerale

And CocoLoco for dessert!

CocoLoco

CocoLoco!

The vegan alternative to ice cream–
with no apologies for being vegan!

Smoother, creamier, cooler than anything you’ve ever tried!
Vanilla, Chocolate and Mint Chocolate Chip

Up Early Making CocoLoco

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Mint Chocolate Chip.

I was going to write “ice cream” but it isn’t— it’s proudly vegan, all coconut based, and smoother and creamier than any ice cream I’ve ever had.

The perfect topper for a sunny summer (almost) brunch!

Tostado In The Morning

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Nothing like sitting in the fresh air on a beautiful day, eating a Carmen’s tostado!

Layers of flavor, each tastier than the last!

Spring Plantings

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Carmen has been busy with spring plan things to make the Café beautiful for Mother’s Day.

Jim made beautiful benches so we have even more outdoor seating— and comfortable too!

For your greater dining pleasure!

Troy’s 16th Annual Hidden Garden Tour

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Hidden GardenProspect Park Hidden Garden Tour

Annual Tradition: Thursday, 5/21, from 4-7:30

Self-guided tour showing some of Troys finest private gardens
Top it off with a benefit dinner at Carmen’s from 5:30-9
Free refreshments from 4-6 if you show us your tour map!

Tickets $10, available during event at First & Division Sts. or online
More info at (518) 874-1303 or email
All proceeds benefit Prospect Park

May 21, 2015 4 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Rain or Shine
A self-guided walking tour of backyard gardens in the Historic Sage, Washington Park and adjoining districts in downtown Troy.

COST/BENEFIT
Admission is $10; all proceeds benefit ongoing projects in Prospect Park.
Limited access for baby strollers.

PARKING
Free event parking is provided at the Russell Sage College lot, located at First and Division streets. Additional free parking is available in lots farther south on First Street.

CHECK-IN
Required check-in near Russell Sage College parking lot, corner of First and Division streets. You will pick up your tour map.

DOGS, STROLLERS, ETC.
No dogs in gardens.
Note: The gardens are small and may include stairs and unpaved or cobblestone paths.

FREE LIGHT REFRESHMENTS
(AT CARMEN’S CAFE)
The Hidden Garden Tour map is also a ticket for free light refreshments, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Carmen’s Cafe, located at 198 First Street.

POST TOUR DINNER BENEFIT (AT CARMEN’S CAFE)

Benefit Dinner for Friends of Prospect Park:
Thursday, May 21 from 5:30-9

Prixe Fix Menu, $33 per person:

Stuffed Pork Tenderloin w/ grits & Swiss chard

Rainbow Trout w/couscous, pine nuts & butternut squash purée

Plus: Crisped Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Vegetable Medley

Basmati Brown Rice

Mixed Greens Salad

Flan

Sangria, Tea, Iced Tea, Coffee, Seltzer

Cash Bar

Reservations suggested: (518) 326-2064

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT TOUR
For information, call (518) 874-1303 or email haliskim@verizon.net

Get your tickets NOW!

Our First Day!

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At last, a break in the crowd!

Open at the Café as well.