Yes, you read correctly! Venison Bulgogi! It was only until I moved to the Island that I first tried venison. I had never eaten venison before, simply because it A) wasn't part of the cuisine in the countries my parents are from and B) it wasn't a common type of meat that was popular or readily available in our local grocery stores. My mom also didn't like game meat, … [Read more...]
Keep Chicken Canadian: Support Your Canadian Chicken Farmers
We are a farming family. We raise cattle and grow grain (barley, soy, peas, and other grains), and we also raise chickens. I write this blog post not only from the viewpoint of a farming family, but also from the perspective of a consumer and as a Canadian. As a farming family, it is important for us to grow healthy food not only for our family, but for the public as … [Read more...]
3 Easy Patio Dining Recipes #GayLeaFoods
Hooray! It's June and we've been taking advantage of the fabulous weather! Nothing cheers me up like sunny days, blue skies, patio dining and entertaining loved ones on our farm. Hubby manning the grill, Little One happily bouncing on her trampoline...absolute perfection. June and the end of the school year signals lots of family time! I get really excited about spending … [Read more...]
Cream of Leek and Potato Soup
The warmer temperature and beautiful weather really make me feel so HAPPY! The fresh Spring air and the greenery really are uplifting! Flowers starting to bloom and trees beginning to bud...How can you not be excited? Know what I'm excited about? Fruits and veggies that are in season -- and those that grow in the wild! Rhubarb, asparagus, fiddle heads, and leeks are out … [Read more...]
Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti #recipe
Little One loves her veggies. She simply inhales them. Her favourites are vegetables that are green, orange, or red. Except for raw tomatoes. Stewed, roasted, or just cooked tomatoes are fine. She just doesn't like them raw. I won't complain though. I'm just happy she loves her veg! If you ask her what her favourite foods are, she'll say "Beef, cucumber, broccoli, and … [Read more...]