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Bittermelon LocalRead more
Bitter melon has a pronounced bitter flavour that suits savoury cooking.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Slice into stir-fries or use in a cooked recipe designed for bitter melon.
- Store: Keep refrigerated.
- Prepare: Wash, remove seeds and pith, and cook according to your recipe.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Broccolini LocalRead more
Broccoli brings green florets and tender stems to quick sides and savoury meals.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Steam, roast or stir-fry; season with a dressing or sauce after cooking.
- Store: Keep refrigerated.
- Prepare: Rinse well, trim tough ends and cut into even pieces.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Cocktail Tomatoes on the VineRead more
Tomatoes bring a juicy texture and a balance of sweetness and acidity.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Slice into salads, roast or simmer into a sauce.
- Store: Keep whole tomatoes at room temperature until ripe; refrigerate cut tomatoes.
- Prepare: Rinse, remove stems and cut as needed. Quarter small tomatoes lengthwise for young children.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Local Green BeansRead more
Fresh beans bring a crisp texture to cooked vegetable dishes.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Steam, sauté or add to a stir-fry.
- Store: Keep refrigerated.
- Prepare: Rinse, trim the ends and cook before serving.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Local Green BeansRead more
Fresh beans bring a crisp texture to cooked vegetable dishes.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Steam, sauté or add to a stir-fry.
- Store: Keep refrigerated.
- Prepare: Rinse, trim the ends and cook before serving.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Local Habanero PeppersRead more
Peppers add distinctive flavour and a heat level that varies by variety and individual fruit.
- Nutrition: Peppers contain naturally occurring plant compounds; hot varieties may contain capsaicin.
- Enjoy: Add a small amount to sauces, stir-fries or roasted dishes and adjust to taste.
- Store: Keep refrigerated.
- Prepare: Rinse and trim; use gloves for hot varieties and avoid touching your eyes.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Okra LocalRead more
Okra adds a distinctive texture to stews and vegetable dishes.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Roast, sauté or simmer into a stew.
- Store: Keep refrigerated and use while fresh.
- Prepare: Rinse, dry and trim the stem ends before cooking.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Ontario Baby BroccoliRead more
Broccoli brings green florets and tender stems to quick sides and savoury meals.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Steam, roast or stir-fry; season with a dressing or sauce after cooking.
- Store: Keep refrigerated.
- Prepare: Rinse well, trim tough ends and cut into even pieces.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Ontario Field TomatoesRead more
Tomatoes bring a juicy texture and a balance of sweetness and acidity.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Slice into salads, roast or simmer into a sauce.
- Store: Keep whole tomatoes at room temperature until ripe; refrigerate cut tomatoes.
- Prepare: Rinse, remove stems and cut as needed. Quarter small tomatoes lengthwise for young children.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Ontario Apricot ClamshellsRead more
Juicy stone fruit adds seasonal flavour to snacks and desserts.
- Nutrition: Whole fruit contributes naturally occurring fibre to a varied diet.
- Enjoy: Enjoy ripe, slice over breakfast or bake into a crumble.
- Store: Allow firm fruit to ripen at room temperature, then refrigerate.
- Prepare: Rinse and remove the stone before eating or cooking.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Ontario CherriesRead more
Cherries bring a distinctive fruit flavour to snacks and baking.
- Nutrition: Whole fruit contributes naturally occurring fibre to a varied diet.
- Enjoy: Enjoy sweet varieties fresh; use tart varieties in sauces, preserves or desserts.
- Store: Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
- Prepare: Rinse, remove stems and pit before baking or serving to children.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Ontario Red PlumsRead more
Juicy stone fruit adds seasonal flavour to snacks and desserts.
- Nutrition: Whole fruit contributes naturally occurring fibre to a varied diet.
- Enjoy: Enjoy ripe, slice over breakfast or bake into a crumble.
- Store: Allow firm fruit to ripen at room temperature, then refrigerate.
- Prepare: Rinse and remove the stone before eating or cooking.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Ontario StrawberriesRead more
Fragrant berries with a juicy texture for simple snacks and desserts.
- Nutrition: Whole fruit contributes naturally occurring fibre to a varied diet.
- Enjoy: Serve with yogurt, slice onto breakfast bowls or add to a fruit salad.
- Store: Keep refrigerated in a well-ventilated container.
- Prepare: Rinse gently before eating and remove the leafy tops.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Organic Tomato Cocktail on theRead more
Tomatoes bring a juicy texture and a balance of sweetness and acidity.
- Nutrition: Vegetables contribute fibre and a variety of naturally occurring plant compounds.
- Enjoy: Slice into salads, roast or simmer into a sauce.
- Store: Keep whole tomatoes at room temperature until ripe; refrigerate cut tomatoes.
- Prepare: Rinse, remove stems and cut as needed. Quarter small tomatoes lengthwise for young children.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Organic Ontario StrawberriesRead more
Fragrant berries with a juicy texture for simple snacks and desserts.
- Nutrition: Whole fruit contributes naturally occurring fibre to a varied diet.
- Enjoy: Serve with yogurt, slice onto breakfast bowls or add to a fruit salad.
- Store: Keep refrigerated in a well-ventilated container.
- Prepare: Rinse gently before eating and remove the leafy tops.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Peaches Ontario ClamshellRead more
Juicy stone fruit adds seasonal flavour to snacks and desserts.
- Nutrition: Whole fruit contributes naturally occurring fibre to a varied diet.
- Enjoy: Enjoy ripe, slice over breakfast or bake into a crumble.
- Store: Allow firm fruit to ripen at room temperature, then refrigerate.
- Prepare: Rinse and remove the stone before eating or cooking.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Yellow Plums ONTARIORead more
Juicy stone fruit adds seasonal flavour to snacks and desserts.
- Nutrition: Whole fruit contributes naturally occurring fibre to a varied diet.
- Enjoy: Enjoy ripe, slice over breakfast or bake into a crumble.
- Store: Allow firm fruit to ripen at room temperature, then refrigerate.
- Prepare: Rinse and remove the stone before eating or cooking.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Basil Local 20gRead more
Basil adds a fragrant finishing touch to salads, sauces and cooked dishes.
- Nutrition: Herbs are typically used in small amounts for flavour rather than as a main nutrient source.
- Enjoy: Use a little to season dressings, sauces or cooked dishes.
- Store: Keep cut basil stems in water in a cool spot away from direct sun; follow the pack guidance for packaged or living basil.
- Prepare: Rinse fresh herbs, remove tough stems and chop as needed. Remove bay leaves and woody stalks before serving.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Dill Local 20gRead more
Dill brings a distinctive fresh aroma to dressings, potatoes and pickling recipes.
- Nutrition: Herbs are typically used in small amounts for flavour rather than as a main nutrient source.
- Enjoy: Use a little to season dressings, sauces or cooked dishes.
- Store: Refrigerate most fresh herbs; keep dried herbs sealed in a cool, dry place.
- Prepare: Rinse fresh herbs, remove tough stems and chop as needed. Remove bay leaves and woody stalks before serving.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Italian Parsley Local 20gRead more
Parsley adds a fresh herbal note to salads, sauces and garnishes.
- Nutrition: Herbs are typically used in small amounts for flavour rather than as a main nutrient source.
- Enjoy: Use a little to season dressings, sauces or cooked dishes.
- Store: Refrigerate most fresh herbs; keep dried herbs sealed in a cool, dry place.
- Prepare: Rinse fresh herbs, remove tough stems and chop as needed. Remove bay leaves and woody stalks before serving.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
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Mint Local HerbsRead more
Mint brings a cool, fresh aroma to drinks, dressings and dishes.
- Nutrition: Herbs are typically used in small amounts for flavour rather than as a main nutrient source.
- Enjoy: Use a little to season dressings, sauces or cooked dishes.
- Store: Refrigerate most fresh herbs; keep dried herbs sealed in a cool, dry place.
- Prepare: Rinse fresh herbs, remove tough stems and chop as needed. Remove bay leaves and woody stalks before serving.
- Our sourcing: Brand varies. We try to source locally when available.
Availability varies by season.
Items identified as local or Ontario-grown/made.
