Simple and fresh is the way to go

With the warmer weather and summer months comes our busy season. Sometimes it can be just as busy – or busier – than Christmas! Showers, anniversary parties, weddings, barbecues, and awards banquets. It’s hard to believe that the end of school is also just around the corner!

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The Happy Valet

If you’ve ever wanted to order some of our take-home food or catering, but you don’t live in or near Elmira, or you’ll just be too busy prepping the other aspects of your party to come pick up the platters, we’re very excited to announce that we’re

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Fish Isn’t Just for Fridays

Last month, we blogged about a few fish recipes as ideas for Good Friday – a time when many people enjoy fish. But fish doesn’t have to only be reserved for Good Friday, or even Fridays in general. In fact, it’s a healthy alternative to eating meat

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Spring into Gardening

This year’s long winter seems to finally be over and we’re sure everyone is looking forward to warm breezes and plants starting to sprout in the garden. While I love having a garden and enjoying the benefits of fresh grown produce, it’s always a challenge for me

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Let it Rain in Downtown Elmira

One of the best aspects of being located in the heart of Elmira’s downtown is that you can park your car once and wander the streets, popping in and out of all of the wonderful places we have to offer. The downside to this, combined with Ontario’s

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Maple madness!

If you were among the other thousands of people who trekked to Elmira a month ago for the 50th anniversary of the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival, then you probably went home with an abundance of the liquid gold – and perhaps are looking for some new recipes

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Farm to Table

It’s officially been spring for a month now, even if the weather hasn’t always displayed the signs synonymous with this season. But despite this fact, we’re gearing up for fresh, local produce to once again be in abundance and in our kitchen. With warmer weather also comes

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Spice up Your Good Friday Fish

Easter is upon us and with that comes Good Friday. Many Christians and even some non-Christians continue to observe the tradition of eating fish on Good Friday. This stems from the Catholic Church, which fasts on Good Friday – not a full day fast, but allowing one

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A Taste of Woolwich Comes to Elmira

We’re very excited that the annual Taste of Woolwich event takes place in Elmira this year. Even though there may still be snow on the ground, the Taste of Woolwich event stands by its mantra: “local food is always in season”. This is where you can buy

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Good Friday fish fry

Whether you observe the Good Friday tradition of eating fish or not, it could be a great opportunity for you to try something new and enjoy some fish anyway. Something I remember well from a trip to New Orleans a while back was the new food flavours

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