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Homegrown in the Hills

How Sweet It Is

Classic truffles and novelty chocolates make an irresistible combo at The Chocolate Shop.

Nov 19, 2013
Nicola Ross

Growing Garlic

An Ancient Crop Adds Zest to Country Living!

Sep 11, 2013
Nicola Ross

Having Your Cake

Sarah Hallett’s delectable sweets have locals coming back for more.

Jun 17, 2013
Nicola Ross

Pommies Dry Cider: Crisp, Clear & Dry

Even in colder weather customers love Pommies’ combination of five local apple varieties, a bit of sugar, water, naturally occurring acids and carbonation.

Mar 31, 2013
Nicola Ross

Am Braigh Farm: Farming on the Back Side of the Calendar

Jamie bought Am Braigh’s three acres and broken-down old farmhouse in 1992. His aunt came up with the name, which is Gaelic for “higher ground,” relating both to his property and his spiritual leanings.

Nov 17, 2012
Nicola Ross

Hockley Valley Coffee Roasters: In pursuit of the perfect cup

Tom Deans loves coffee so much, he decided to roast it himself!

Sep 13, 2012
Nicola Ross

The Amiable Shepherd: Bert Nieuwenhuis

Things were looking good for Bert to achieve the dream he’d had ever since he was a young boy in Mono.

Jun 19, 2012
Nicola Ross

Cheaper by the Bushel: Van Dyken Bros.

Italian cooks flock to this Dutch family’s pick-your-own farm in Caledon.

Mar 22, 2012
Nicola Ross

The Food of Love

Bridgitte says chocolate is also great brain food. It can shift your consciousness, making you feel better. “But,” she warns, “brain-activating chemicals are very heat sensitive.”

Nov 21, 2011
Nicola Ross

The Sausage King of Broadway Farm’s Market

Sausages that are fast becoming a popular option, even among Broadway Farm’s Market’s most health-conscious customers.

Sep 9, 2011
Nicola Ross

Eat Your Spinach!

Like Your Mom And Popeye Told You: Queen Victoria Baby Leaf Spinach comes from right here in Dufferin County!

Jun 16, 2011
Nicola Ross

The Tea Lady of Caledon East

Léna Valiquette blends her tisanes from the flowers and herbs she grows and dries in Hockley Valley. Her shop also carries a wide selection of true teas and coffees.

Mar 23, 2011
Nicola Ross