Last fall, we asked readers to share how they are coping with COVID-19 and its effects. We received so many wonderful stories and ideas. In last week’s column we shared a few. To help you travel through these strange pandemic times we share a few more this week. Please go to producer.com/farmliving/contest-winners-help-cope-with-covid to read more […] Read more
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WP readers share their stories of coping with COVID-19
The year 2020 will long be remembered for many reasons, the least of which may be the coping skills that were developed. In September, we asked our readers to share how they were coping with COVID-19 and we received many wonderful and heartwarming stories. From doing more writing, photography, sewing and gardening to learning new […] Read more
Get creative with casual Christmas charcuterie boards
Charcuterie (pronounced “shahr-ku-tuh-ree”) is translated from French meaning “delicatessen.” The term often refers to an assortment of meats paired with cheese, fruit, bread or crackers along with dips and sauces, creatively displayed on a board or serving dish. With holiday meals being smaller and more casual this year, arranging the food on a large platter […] Read more
Christmas baking gifts make the holidays more festive
Christmas cookies for gifts, decorations or enjoying at home with a hot beverage are a special part of the Christmas Season. Baking is perfect to do with the kids. Measuring, mixing, rolling, decorating and packaging are all things little ones can help with. Fruitcake cookies These little gems have the holiday spice and candied fruit […] Read more
Fruitcake plays major role in many Christmas traditions
For many, a fruit-filled cake is part of their Christmas tradition, to be enjoyed at the end of the meal or given as a gift. A fruitcake is a mixture of raisins, currants, glazed or dried fruits, nuts, and just enough rich batter to hold the mixture together. The moisture from the fruit permeates the […] Read more
Enjoying pears starts with knowing when they are ripe
Some people don’t enjoy pears because they’re either hard, starchy and under-ripe, or over-ripe and mushy. This happens because pears ripen better off the tree so they are picked green. They also ripen from the inside out. Learning how to tell when a pear is ripe is the secret to enjoying them. The test is […] Read more
Thanksgiving, Halloween celebrations will be different
How we celebrate Thanksgiving and Halloween is going to change radically this year. Large Thanksgiving family gatherings with an abundance of food and fellowship, and family Halloween outings for trick or treating aren’t advisable given the second wave of COVID-19 now rolling through the country. That provides opportunities for creating new traditions and remodeling old […] Read more
Garden bounty puts finishing touch on harvest meals
The gardening season is nearing an end but there is still lots of fresh produce to be enjoyed in a variety ways. Roasting or grilling vegetables gives them a depth of flavour. Enjoy these vegetables as a side dish or added to soups, stews or casseroles. All of our tomatoes are in boxes, covered with […] Read more
From masks to more free time: life in 2020
Who would have thought at the beginning of 2020 that it would be socially acceptable and perhaps mandatory to wear a mask to cover your face when going into the bank. A year ago, you might have been arrested or at least seriously questioned. Such is the strangeness of our world since COVID-19 came to […] Read more
Enjoying the summer bounty with these fresh flavours
One of the eating joys of summer is the abundance of fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs. This summer many people have become more interested in gardening and are looking for interesting ways to enjoy the fruits of their labours. Basil Tomato Pizza The mayo mixed with the garlic and basil makes a wonderful flavour combination […] Read more
