Tag: food
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…
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…
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…
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…
Christmas Hampers and Stockings Bring Holiday Cheer at Millbrook and District Food Share
Millbrook and District Food Share volunteers are getting organized for this year’s Christmas Hamper program which distributes hampers each year to local families. Hampers are prepared for registered recipients and include non-perishable food items,…
Turkey Carcasses Please
These containers pictured left, called Moluks, have been at the Transfer Station for several months now. They are managed by Peterborough County, and their contents are disposed of at the County composting facility at…
Clarke’s Café Staff say Goodbye and Hello
Clarke’s Café closed its doors last weekend and a new venture will take over in the coming weeks. As staff at the café said their fond farewells to the customers, they also announced that…
Regenerative Farming Techniques Designed to Mitigate Impact of Climate Change
Early in September, Norm Lamothe hosted another educational session in partnership with the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Associations at the family farm in Cavan. Roughly forty farmers, mostly young and female, joined the…
Mr. and Mrs. Perogie Bring Eastern European Flavours to Local Markets
Igor and Inna Trotchine bring a taste of Russia to the Millbrook Farmers’ market, where they sell a variety of products including sweet and savoury perogies. The varieties range from the traditional potato-cheese and…