Consumers enjoy an Indian Bazaar!

What comes to your mind when you think of India? Well for some people, cricket or curried food is synonymous with India while for others images of saris and elephants immediately surface.

Whatever you might think of India, the Indian Bazaar held at The Girl Guides Association on Waterloo Road was certainly a success. The organizers took over a hall on the premises and transformed it into an Indian oasis which will end on June 29,2014.

India on Display

As patrons entered the bazaar they were greeted with rows of saris hanging overhead and sparkling as they swayed in the wind. There was also a wide array of curtains, sandals, jewelry, dresses, bags and furniture on display.

I liked the elephant statutes, they were everywhere, although they were small and wooden they were affordable with prices ranging from $500.00 – $1000.00.

The skirts were unique and ranged in size from $500.00 to $1000.00. They sparkled and some had tiny bells that tinkled at any movement.

The wooden rocking chairs were quite pricey going for $20,000 but they were very intricately designed and in my opinion well worth the price. This was also true of the wooden chests and room partitions which were ticketed at $50,000 and $70,000 respectively.

Any children who attended the bazaar were treated to free wooden flutes that they enjoyed playing to the despair of those of us who prefer to hear someone with musical ability but it was certainly a treat for the children.

I spoke to a few of those who attended the bazaar and most spoke positively about their experience. While I was there quite a number of people were browsing around and there was a steady stream of traffic.

Some shoppers however lamented at the high cost of the merchandise on sale. One woman remarked that some of the items appeared dusty and shop worn as if they had been in storage for a long time.

Personally I enjoyed the bazaar, however a suggestion for next year is to perhaps include some Indian cuisine and sales attendants should give some background to the authentic Indian items on display.

Did you go to the Bazaar? Let me hear from you!

Teri Ann Renee Paisley

Gleaner Online Writer

Tags: bazaar, Indian