Few Torontonians know about the flea market that takes place Sundays at the St. Lawrence Market which, during the week, is a bountiful source of local, organic foods at reasonable prices. I often venture down on Sundays around ten (many experienced goers will arrive at the crack of dawn, but I'm just too lazy!), and poke around for an hour or two.
By the time I arrive, it's generally fairly busy, which I actually prefer. People walk around carrying mismatched plastic bags full of old books or china, and there is a general feeling of vivacity mixed with the vague musty scent of history.
Batches of cufflinks are displayed (starting at around $2) in vintage, velvet-lined trays. A few stylish pairs catch my eye, but the gaudier pairs are fun to look at.
There are always a few nice etchings for sale, like the one in the bottom right-hand corner, though I am more partial to architecturals.
My scores for the day included a pair of silver-plated English candlesticks, a warm hat with the seal of the U.S.S.R (for fun), and a nice little print, similar to one I'd seen this summer for $800.
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