About Milly’s Market
At Milly’s Market, we’re on a mission to reconnect New Yorkers with the vibrant flavors, health benefits, and community spirit of locally sourced food. Born from a love for fresh, seasonal produce and a deep commitment to food justice, Milly’s Market bridges the gap between local farmers, urban gardeners, and city residents.
Our curated offerings, like the Harvest Bundle, celebrate the bounty of New York while making wellness accessible and convenient for all. We also bring people together through our signature Communal Heritage Dinners—intimate gatherings that honor the cultural diversity of our city and the stories behind the food we share.
Milly’s Market isn’t just a market—it’s a movement. By choosing Milly’s, you’re not just buying food; you’re supporting small-scale farmers, promoting sustainability, and building a healthier, more connected community.
About Sadatu
I’m the heart behind Milly’s Market. As a lifelong New Yorker of Nigerian and Caribbean descent, food has always been central to my life—both as a source of nourishment and as a way to bring people together.
I began my journey into food justice over a decade ago while raising my son in Brooklyn, frustrated by the lack of fresh, healthy options in our neighborhood. What started as pop-up farm stands and plant-based dinners has grown into a mission to transform how New Yorkers access and connect with local food.
With over 30 years of experience in NYC’s hospitality industry, I’ve worked in top restaurants and organized community events that celebrate the cultural richness of our city. As a holistic health coach and urban agriculture advocate, I weave sustainability, wellness, and culture into everything I do.
Milly’s Market is my way of giving back to the city that shaped me, one fresh bundle and one meaningful connection at a time. Whether through our curated Online Farmer’s Market or Heritage Dinners that tell the stories of our shared heritage, I’m passionate about building a New York where everyone has access to good food and a seat at the table.
experience
Education
2021 Institute For Integrative Nutrition, Certificate of Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
New York, NY
Health Coaching
2023/2024 Essex Market, Family Table Cooking Class Instructor, New York, NY
2022 New Moon Wellness Retreat, Plant-based Chef and Health Coach, Mazatlan, Mexico
2018 Academy For Young Writers, After School Nutrition Cooking Classes, Brooklyn, NY
Urban Agriculture and Food Advocacy
2015/2024 Milly’s Market, Founder, Brooklyn, NY
2016 East New York Farms, Community Gardens Organizer, Brooklyn, NY
Food and Beverage Management
2024 Joe’s Pub/The Library at The Public Theatre, Food and Beverage Manager, New York, NY
2023 Beauty & Essex, Food and Beverage Manager, New York, NY