“A continental market held in St Helens recently was hailed as a phenomenal success by organisers. The event, penned in for the festive period back in April, was designed to attract more visitors into the town centre, and this was certainly achieved.” 
Market Trader 24th – 31st December 2004

“Liverpool’s latest Continental Market has proved to be the most successful to date. Shoppers in Lord Street were regaled with the sights, sounds and smell of the continent at the 38 stalls.” 
CITY, March 2005

“The ever-popular International Street Market is returning to Aberdeen this weekend with traders from at least five European countries, along with stallholders from England and Scotland. City Centre manager, Tom Moore, said: “Many of the traders coming from the continent are now old friends from previous markets and sought out by the public. We’ll also be welcoming a number of newcomers to Aberdeen and they’ll be adding to the variety of items on offer.”
Market Trader, 5th – 11th August 2005

“The centre of town was buzzing with crowds of shoppers eager to take advantage of the unique products available. During the four days of trading, there were 60 stalls open, with their fronts collectively stretching 450 metres. They included stalls selling quality cheeses from all over Europe, mulled wine, Bavarian beers, olives from Spain and Italy and quality clothing from France. Town Centre Manager Ged Gibbons said: “St Helens hosted its first continental market last year and there was another in the summer. Each time it has grown in size and popularity.”
St Helens Reporter, 1st December 2004

“Spectacular sights, sounds and smells greeted thousands of people in the city on Aberdeen’s second annual Tartan Day. And on Union St, the International Market coincided with the city’s festival, offering an amazing array of continental crafts and cuisine.”
Evening Express, 8th August 2005