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Watermelon

by Produce Made Simple | Jun 18, 2018 | Produce 101

Everything You Need to Know About Watermelon Watermelon may be the quintessential summer fruit – but keep in mind it is actually available all year. This sweet and crisp fruit is refreshing, hydrating, filling and great for recovery after exercise. Its peak season is ...

Cherries

by Produce Made Simple | Jun 11, 2018 | How To Prepare, How To Select & Store, Nutrition, Produce 101, Tips, Varieties

Cherries are small plump stone fruits. In Canada, most of our cherries are grown in British Columbia and Ontario, and the peak season is from June to August. Interestingly, they require cold weather to grow, which is why they cannot grow in tropical climates. Photo ...

Arugula

by Produce Made Simple | Jun 4, 2018 | How To Prepare, How To Select & Store, Nutrition, Produce 101, Tips, Varieties

Everything you need to know about Arugula Arugula is definitely not your average leafy salad base. With its slightly spicy and peppery taste, it goes well with many meals including a grilled sandwich, on pizza, pasta, a spicy pesto or even an omelet. It even packs a ...

Mushrooms

by Produce Made Simple | May 28, 2018 | Produce 101

Everything You Need to Know About Mushrooms Fresh mushrooms are soft, edible fungi that are earthy in flavour. While there are many kinds grown in the wild, not all of them are safe to eat. Canadian mushrooms that are available in grocery stores are always safe to ...

Lettuce

by Produce Made Simple | May 22, 2018 | How To Prepare, How To Select & Store, Nutrition, Produce 101, Tips, Varieties

There are many varieties of lettuce, but they all share one thing in common: they are commonly enjoyed in many raw salads. Their delicate, clean flavour allows them to be paired with a range of other ingredients, from vegetables and fruits, to nuts, seeds and ...

Rhubarb

by Produce Made Simple | May 14, 2018 | Produce 101

Rhubarb is a perennial plant that looks like pink celery. Although it is usually eaten as a fruit, it is botanically considered to be a vegetable. The thick stalks, which can grow up to 3 feet in height, are the only edible part of the plant. They have an ...