Local Businesses are Blooming at Hillsboro Markets

Hillsboro markets create opportunities for local entrepreneurs to share their ideas, test their products, and grow their businesses. From food and beverage makers to artisans, farmers, and other small business owners, Hillsboro Farmer's Markets and Hillsboro Tuesday Night Market provide a place for homegrown talent to connect with the community.

Learn about three businesses that have grown with the support of Hillsboro's markets and the customers who show up for them.

Beans to Phin: Saturday Downtown Market

Add caffeine to your trip to the Saturday market with a coffee or matcha from Beans to Phin. Known for authentic Vietnamese coffee and organic matcha drinks, Beans to Phin offers handcrafted beverages that have quickly become a community favorite.

Customize your drink with signature cloud toppings or choose from a variety of specialty creations. Their coffee is made with robust beans sourced directly from Vietnam, delivering the bold, rich flavor Vietnamese coffee is known for.

Founded by Emily Nguyen, her mother, Lily, and her aunt, Eliza, Beans to Phin began as a family dream and has grown into a popular mobile business serving markets and community events.

Stop by their booth every Saturday at the Downtown Hillsboro Farmers Market and follow @beanstophin on social media for upcoming pop-ups and events.

Ginger Bug Farm: Saturday Downtown Market & Sunday Orenco Market

Fresh, locally grown produce is always in season at Ginger Bug Farm. Located at the Marion Acres just north of Hillsboro, the farm offers a colorful selection of seasonal vegetables, flowers, and farm-fresh eggs. Customer favorites include crisp salad greens, cucumbers, and zucchini, all grown with care.

You can find Ginger Bug Farm every week at the Saturday Downtown Market and the Orenco Market. If you miss market day, their produce is also available Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 7 pm at the Helvetia Farm Market.

Owner Jeni Kenworthy has more than 20 years of farming experience and has become a familiar face in the Hillsboro community, providing fresh, high-quality produce for community members week after week.

Follow @gingerbugfarm on social media to see what's in season, find upcoming market dates, and stay connected with the farm.

Ochoa's: Saturday Downtown Market, Sunday Orenco Market, Tamarack Park Market

From street tacos to homemade aguas frescas, Ochoa's Catering & Events has been bringing the bold flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine to Hillsboro markets for more than a decade.

Their menu features traditional dishes like burritos, enchiladas, churros, and a popular taco bar where guests can choose from a variety of fresh toppings. With a wide selection of flavorful options, Ochoa's offers a taste of Mexican cuisine for every occasion.

You can find Ochoa's at the Tuesday Night Market, as well as at the Downtown, Orenco, and Tamarack Park markets. They also provide catering for special events, including weddings, corporate gatherings, school functions, and community celebrations.

Ochoa's Catering was started in 2019, just before the pandemic. Today, the family-owned business is led by Laura Ochoa and Carlos Gamez, who work alongside their children and team to serve the Hillsboro community.

Follow @ochoas_catering on social media for market locations, event updates, and catering information.

Learn more about Hillsboro's Markets

Hillsboro Farmers' Markets
Hillsboro Tuesday Night Market