New Owners Take the Reins at Millbrook Valley Chocolates

The Mitchel family hopes to build on the success of former Millbrook Valley Chocolates shop owners Steve and Jackie, but let’s face it: that’s a hard act to follow. Since the shop opened in December 2016, it has been a destination for chocolate lovers from the community and beyond, acquiring… Continue reading

Millbrook Agricultural Society Recognizes Mark Brackenridge

At this week’s Annual General Meeting, Mark Brackenridge was awarded the society’s Lifetime Member award for his contributions to the organization and the Fair over the years.  As he tells it, his brother Steve “volunteered” him for the position of Treasurer in 1997.  At the time, the organization’s books were… Continue reading

New Partnerships Help Millbrook Food Share Reduce Food Insecurity and Food Waste

Did you know that 58% of all food produced in Canada is lost or wasted? In 2019, that represented 11.17 metric tons of food, which is the equivalent of more than 90 CN Towers.  So says Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization, suggesting that almost a third of this… Continue reading

New Diner to Open Next Month

For years, these two Millbrook couples have shared meals together, experimenting with new recipes.  There was usually a theme for the meal, which could feature a special burger, something from the smoker or a new spice combination.  The men are the foodies in the group, and enjoy the friendly competition… Continue reading

Misinterpretation of “Best Before” Dates Contributing to Food Waste

There are limited government regulations surrounding “best before” dates which began to appear in Canada in the 1970’s.  Foods with a shelf life of 90 days or less, except for fresh fruit and vegetables and certain other products, are required to have either a “best before date” or “packaged on”… Continue reading

Lions’ Breakfasts are Back!

Pictured from left to right are Lions Gary Robinson, David Goode and Steve Paul recovering from the Lions’ first breakfast event of the season.  On Sunday 155 people dropped in for a meal and some fellowship.  The next one is scheduled for November 26th, from 8:30 to noon at the… Continue reading

New Owners for Pastry Peddler

Millbrook residents Wendy and Mark Bannerman will take ownership of the beloved restaurant on November 27thwith current owners Colin Hall and Deanna Bell helping with a transition until Christmas.  The Bannermans are experienced retailers with businesses in Peterborough and Toronto.  They look forward to having a new business closer to… Continue reading