In The Hills

Have a read of the full version in PDF on your computer, tablet or iPad. Wood oven wonders, why food hubs matter, good things for baby and a contemplative kitchen.

A friend once quipped, “You know you have no friends if you don’t find zucchini on your doorstep in the summer!”

Sweet corn is harvested at the “milk” stage before starch has formed, usually midsummer to early fall.

This is lovely on it’s own or slightly warmed with vanilla ice cream. You could also substitute strawberries.

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Comments from local engaged readers.

Building bridges, whales, walls of stone and Orangeville’s sesquicentennial celebration!

Farmers’ markets in the Headwaters Region are the best place to find the freshest local food and the work of area artisans.

Have a read of the full version in PDF on your computer, tablet or iPad. Farmgate chickens, a Caledon wedding, rhubarb recipes, Cuisine-Art and community shared agriculture.

Sourcing local, sustainably raised chicken is a lot harder than it should be.

When Jeff Rollings became a Community Supported Agriculture member, he got more than he bargained for … more vegetables, that is.

Every summer for the last four years, artists and chefs have come together at the Alton Mill in a feast for the eyes and appetites.

Impress your friends and family this summer with homemade ice cream. It’s easier than you think!

Nothing says spring like the tart taste of rhubarb.

Tradition takes a twist at a Tuscan-style summer ceremony in the Caledon countryside.

This moist quick bread is a favourite at The Shed Coffee Bar in Erin. Enjoy with the B52 specialty coffee.

From The Shed Coffee Bar in Erin.

Doughnuts were brought to North America by Dutch settlers, and named for the walnuts or hazelnuts baked into the mostly uncooked centre.