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Union Market’s Latin Marketplace, La Cosecha, Officially Opening This Week

in Around Town, Culture, News/Updates, Shopping

The Union Market District’s highly anticipated Latin marketplace, La Cosecha (1280 4th Street NE) has been bringing out crowds for its soft opening events — like the Latin America and The Caribbean Creative Fest last weekend — but it will officially open this week with a four-day schedule.

La Cosecha Calle Latina Image credit: Rey Lopez

Partners, like Zona E Home, NOVA BOSSA and Serenata, will open their doors to showcase the rich heritage of Latin sips and styles, while Peruvian Brothers, La Casita, Amparo, El Cielo, Mosaico (from the team behind Arepa Zone) and FILOS Bakery will offer a taste of what’s to come in a pop-up capacity. Rumor has it Grand Cata, Ali Pacha, Café Unido and Zumo are also coming soon.

NOVA BOSSA in La Cosecha. Image credit: Rey Lopez

Market-goers will explore a selection of rotating retail carts, including vendors like Arcay Chocolates, Adelante Shoe Co. and ArtTepuy, known for their handmade baskets and crafts, while also taking in the destination’s media lab, culinary immersion studio dubbed “Galería,” and event space.

The view of the mezzanine level at the new La Cosecha market in the Union Market District. Image credit: Rey Lopez

Starting October 3, La Cosecha’s opening hours will be:

  • Thursdays: 11am-10pm
  • Fridays + Saturdays: 11am-midnight
  • Sundays: 11am-6pm

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  3. La Cosecha, a Harvest of Latin Food & Culture, Coming to Union Market District
  4. Colada Shop Owners to Introduce New Dual Concept at Union Market’s La Cosecha

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