The Shrimp Guy at Winter Park Farmers Market

At the heart of the Winter Park Farmers Market is Eddie—better known as The Shrimp Guy—a longtime Florida local who turned a lifetime of coastal knowledge into a thriving small business. After 38 years in the sign industry, Eddie followed his passion for fresh Florida seafood and launched his market booth a decade ago. Today, he sources all his wild-caught shrimp and fish directly from Mayport, the state’s largest shrimp port, along with fisheries up and down the coast from St. Augustine to New Smyrna Beach. His mission is simple: bring exceptionally fresh, high-quality seafood straight to the local community.

Eddie has built a loyal following in Winter Park, with customers returning week after week for his consistently fresh offerings. Two items stand out as crowd favorites: his weekly house-smoked salmon, which has become a signature staple, and his best-selling triggerfish—a delicate, white, flaky reef fish caught right off Florida’s shores. His commitment to quality, value, and community connection has made his booth a must-visit stop each Saturday.

Beyond the Winter Park market, Eddie serves the greater coastal community with weekly appearances at the Volusia County Fairgrounds and Thursday home deliveries across Edgewater, New Smyrna Beach, and Port Orange. His advice to aspiring entrepreneurs is rooted in his own journey: start small, focus on delivering a great product at a fair price, and build your customer base through trust and consistency. Eddie’s story reflects the spirit of the farmers market—local passion, quality craftsmanship, and genuine community.