“ It ’ s the spot to be at when you ’ re in Huntsville wanting to just hang out , do homework , end your day … honestly , it ’ s been breathtaking ,” Jenkins added .
Each business brings their own audiences and provides support for one another , to help them thrive as a whole instead of competing against one another . While Sipsy ’ s covers the coffee , The Buzzed Cup provides American bar foods and their signature liquor infused cupcakes , while Tara ’ s Cajun Cooking and Catering serves up an ever changing menu of authentic cajun recipes pulled from her own family ’ s roots .
“ Everybody is working to connect our separate followings and make it a joint effort ,” Florer said .
“ We don ’ t want all of the business to ourselves , we want our customers to venture out to try their food or coffee ,” Tara ’ s Cajun Cooking and Catering co-owner Terrance Arceneaux added .
Now , the business owners are working together to create a home for their businesses to grow in and that the community can enjoy . Jenkins is working on putting in a stage for live entertainment while Florer is will be installing outdoor speakers and string lights for all of the trees to make it a late night destination for the area .
“ I see a lot of potential here , I feel like it ’ s a lot of culture here , so that ’ s a big deal ,” Tara said .
“ I just have such confidence in the long term of this park , I think it ’ s going to be great ,” Florer said . “ With everybody putting in their bit to make this a better place , I can honestly see this becoming a true hangout spot in the late evenings .”
— Market Creek Food Park is located at 1304 15th Street in Huntsville .
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I see a lot of potential here , I feel like it ’ s a lot of culture here , so that ’ s a big deal .
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