Today, chef Steve Mitton sent along the following press release to announce the closing of Murray’s Market.

After a great six months in the Byward Market, we regret to announce that Murray`s Market is closing its doors. Owners Paddy Whelan and Steve Mitton still firmly believe in sustainable living and will be upholding this tradition at Murray Street Kitchen/Wine/Charcuterie, now in its third year of business. The restaurant, located at 110 Murray Street, will continue collaborating with local suppliers including O’Brien Farms, Goldstrike Farms, Cayer Farms, Rideau Pines Farm, Bearbrook Farms, Pingue Prosciutto, Seed to Sausage, Montforte Dairy, Fifth Town Artisan Cheese, Fromagerie Presbytere, Glengarry Fine Cheese, Perth Pepper and Pestle, Mrs. McGarrigle’s Mustard, Forbes Fine Food, and many others we have had the pleasure of meeting along the way.

Unfortunately, our hard work, perseverance, and dedication to the local cause were not enough to maintain a business like Murray’s Market. We can’t thank our loyal customers enough, and want to insist that while going local wasn’t sustainable for us, it can be for you. (more…)