We were excited to learn that Western Manitoulin Community Garden has been selected as 1of 5 finalists for David Suzuki Foundation Future Ground Prize sponsored by the Desjardins Group. This contest highlights existing, citizen-led initiatives within Ontario that have had a positive impact on the environment and local communities. To win, Western Manitoulin Community … [Read more...]
Chocolate Zucchini Cake
Though time was not something I had much of this Summer, my garden was surprisingly prolific. We are still picking tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber and green beans halfway through October! I won't mask my feelings of shock. My garden pretty much went untended and we still had a bountiful harvest. I've been making chocolate zucchini brownies and chocolate zucchini cake since … [Read more...]
Strawberry Rhubarb Jam with Maple Syrup
Walking through the garden on an early Summer morning, my feet wet from the morning dew and my skin being kissed by the morning sun, I made my way to our strawberry patches. There's just something about picking strawberries fresh from the strawberry patches that evokes childhood memories and innocence. I often feel as though I'm transported back to when I was a child and … [Read more...]
Harvest Vegetable, Beef and Rice Soup
We had a great harvest season and have a few remaining squash, beets, and carrots from the garden. With the weather and temperature making it feel a lot like Winter already, it's time for Harvest Vegetable, Beef and Rice Soup! Thank goodness we're a soup-loving family! I've included two versions: One to make in your dutch oven or heavy pot and one that can be made in … [Read more...]
Savoury Zucchini Bake
With this being harvest season on the farm, I've been spending hours in the garden and in the kitchen! In fact, I'm starting to feel like Mr. Fredricksen from the Disney movie, Up! when he gets out of bed and stretches his back. Being hunched over in the garden for hours sure does a number on my back. I must be getting old! With all the zucchini we get every year, I have … [Read more...]