Once the temperature drops and the days get shorter, salads and other light meals become less appetizing. Many fruits and vegetables are no longer in season as such, they’re not as affordable as they were in the summer season of plenty. With colder weather comes the cravings for comfort foods. Here are our tips for choosing healthier winter comfort foods to get you through these cold months.
Healthier Winter Comfort Foods Read More »
Labour Day is here! No matter where you choose to celebrate, food and beverages top the list of pleasures that make Labour Day memorable. With great ideas for meat and veggies and perfect wine and beer pairings, your feast is sure to be a tasty hit!
Planning your Labour Day Feast Read More »
With summer waning, many start thinking about what is to be done with all the surplus fruits and vegetables growing in our gardens or the bushels and baskets that can be purchased at your local Vince’s Market or farm fresh stand. Simple food preservation techniques are the answer. And it doesn’t just have to be
Summer Surplus: Tips for Preserving of Fruits & Vegetables Read More »
I often remind my daughter – who is still on the petite side – that they don’t make diamonds as big as bricks.
The same holds true for blueberries. You may wonder at the tiny size of the wild variety, but these smaller berries – about the size of a currant – really pack a punch.
While all blueberries are delicious and are considered a superfood, wild ones are just a little more “super.”
Tasty Wild Blueberries Are a Nutritional Heavyweight Read More »
There’s far more to this fruit than its 92 percent water and mild hint of sweetness. Here are some health benefits of watermelon. I’ve always thought of watermelon as seasonal, but you can, and should, enjoy it year-round.
Health Benefits of Watermelon Read More »
With Canada Day fast approaching, you may be having friends and family over for a BBQ or backyard party. Don’t worry if you don’t have a plan quite yet, Vince’s Market has you covered with a fantastic array of patriotic Canada Day party ideas sure to make your party a hit!
Red and White: Canada Day Party Ideas! Read More »
I used to wonder why the first strawberries of the season were such a delight. Sure, we can buy them year-round, and mid-winter/early-spring berries work superbly in my morning smoothie, blended alongside a banana. But it’s that first local crop that really grabs my taste buds. ‘June Berries’ In Ontario, the season begins the first
You Can’t Beat June for Local Strawberries Read More »
Vince’s takes asparagus very seriously! Young asparagus is more tender, so Vince’s follows the growing season and focuses on local asparagus as much as possible. You can steam, boil or microwave asparagus, but I prefer it oven roasted or stir fried – in generous amounts of olive oil or butter! Here are some tips for selecting the best asparagus at the grocery store.
Now is the Time for Local Asparagus Read More »
When I first came across a pair of pickers, I thought the process – and the product – a bit unusual. An older couple was hand picking these tightly-coiled green fronds from the riverbank, each resembling the scrolled end of a violin.
Fiddlehead season is here, but not for long! Read More »
© Copyright
Vince’s Market
As a result of the closure of local community newspapers, it’s more important than ever to stay connected with your favourite local businesses, like us. Sign up today!
