You can steam, boil or microwave asparagus, but I prefer it oven-roasted or stir-fried. In generous amounts of olive oil or butter. There’s nothing new about this spear-shaped spring vegetable, which has been traced back to the Egyptians as early as 3000 BC. It was also enjoyed in ancient Syria and Spain, not to mention […]
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Fresh Ontario produce may not be the usual hot topic this time of year, but you may not have considered that a significant amount of our produce is grown in greenhouses. According to Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG), approximately 476,000 tons of produce are grown in these climate-controlled environments. Indeed, this is a big business,
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One of the benefits of being a small independent grocer is our proximity to customers – and to our vendors. We receive no shortage of feedback, and with few (if any) “firewalls” between us and our patrons, we can respond to their suggestions and requests perhaps a little more quickly than the big-box retailers. One
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If you read last week’s blog, the theme (no surprise!) was on getting a healthy start to 2022. Whole foods are a key part of a healthy diet, and nuts – as long as you have no allergy or sensitivity to them – are a whole food that offers numerous benefits. Ditto for nut butters.
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As we near the end of our second pandemic year, you may have noticed a few extra inches around the waistline. Working from home has had its perks – like cutting commute times – as well as its problems. Temptation, for example, is always a threat with your “office” so close to the pantry. So,
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Ever wonder where the term winter and summer squash came from? Winter squash are slow growing, harvested in the late summer through the fall. They have a thicker skin that toughens into a rind which allows for it to be stored and enjoyed throughout the winter. On the other hand, summer squash are quick-growing, typically
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Apple season at Vince’s Market has begun! From the bins outside, to the varieties in-store, we currently have many favourites in stock and a few you may not have tried yet. Let’s break down a few of the Ontario varieties and embark on a little journey around the orchard! CORTLAND APPLES Cortland apples are widely
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Despite all the high temps and heat warnings, we must face the inevitable – which is that summer is drawing to a close. Indeed, the calendar does not lie, and with September (and Labour Day) just around the corner, it may be time to savour the final few weeks of summer fare. With this in
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The beefsteak tomato is one of the largest varieties of cultivated tomatoes, some weighing 1 pound or more (some even grow to weigh as much as 4 pounds!). Most are pink or red with numerous small seed compartments distributed throughout the fruit, while others display pronounced ribbing. Meaty and juicy, they’re popular among home growers
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