It’s no secret that I love local. In fact, I’m biased towards locally grown and produced food. My family is a mix of Ontario flower growers and Ontario farmers. I know first-hand the care, love, effort and professionalism that go into our locally grown food in Ontario.
Truly, “good things grow in Ontario.”
Frankie Flowers serves up some food trivia to the guest chefs in this CityLine segment which aired on July 14th. How well do you know your veggie facts? Put the video on pause will you try Frankie’s food trivia to see how you fair against Tracey and the Chefs!
By now your vegetable garden will be in full swing production. Here are some tips for harvesting your vegetable garden for the best results... and taste!
1. The best time to harvest zucchini is when they are 10-12 inches long. They lose taste and texture as they get bigger.
2. Harvest carrots when they are 1- 2 inches in diameter at the top where they peak through the soil.
Here is your A to Z guide to what local Ontario food is in season this summer to help plan your menu so you can enjoy fruits and vegetables during their peak growing times. This is when they taste the best! Buying local food helps support the local farmers and the economy!
Why Not Try?
1. Soaking the skewers in water for about 10 minutes, before you put the meat on them, will eliminate them from burning.
2. The best, natural way to clean your barbecue is with an onion. Cut your onion in half and rub it downwards on the heated grate.
Frankie Flowers has released his 2015 Trend Report! See what trends are making waves this year in growing, eating and living outdoors! Find out what styles, activities and ideas will be BIG in 2015. Download the full report here: Frankie Flowers 2015 Trend Report.
Frank Ferragine "a.k.a Frankie Flowers" give us some tips for harvesting vegetables in summer and fall in this Cityline segment.
Frank Ferragine and Randy Feltis teach us all about the great local veggies you can eat in the winter, including winter squash, carrots, cabbage, and beets.
Start your edibles early! Frank discusses which crops to plant in the early spring for an edible garden including; asparagus, carrots, radish, swiss chard, broccoli, spinach, onions and kale.
Frankie Flowers teaches us about the best and easiest herbs to grow at home.
Frank's Top Five Herbs to Grow at Home:
1. Parsley (Italian not curly)
2. Basil
3. Rosemary
4. Oregano
5. Thyme
More tips for growing herbs:
