We’ve partnered up with Royal Chinet to celebrate fresh, local, and delicious in Ontario — and now YOU have a chance to be part of it! Discover how easy it is to bring fresh Ontario produce to your family meals by making our simple Spiced Apple Carrot Self-Saucing Pudding – simple, seasonal, and totally satisfying. … Continued
By Meaghan
There are more than 15 different Ontario apple varieties grown and available for purchase. With so many types, it can be hard to figure out the best apple for your needs. Some are better for eating raw, some are preferred for baking, and some are versatile enough to do both! There is no written rule … Continued
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Recipe by our brand ambassador, Weekend at the Cottage
Rutabagas (sometimes called Swedes) are commonly confused with turnips. But rutabagas are typically larger in size and boast a warm yellow flesh. They are often coated in a food-grade wax that extends their shelf-life. Rutabagas are hard and dense with a sweet, mellow flavour that pairs very well with other root vegetables. Although they are … Continued
Parsnips are white root vegetables that look very much like a cream-coloured carrot. They have a wonderful light, spicy-sweet flavour that has a hint of nuttiness while being slightly earthy tasting. They are a perfect addition to a soup or stew or can be roasted until caramelized as a hearty side dish. How to Select … Continued
Everything You Need to Know About Cucumbers In Ontario, we are able to buy cucumbers at the peak of perfection all year round. Sometimes they are grown in fields and sometimes they are grown in local greenhouses, but regardless of where they comes from, both the long, skinny English variety and the shorter, thicker field … Continued
Everything You Need to Know About Butternut Squash With a nutty, sweet flesh similar to pumpkin, the butternut squash is a commonly available winter squash that can be found year-round and used in a multitude of ways. The pale yellow/orange skin is smooth, making it easy to peel. The bright orange flesh is high in … Continued
