Local food week is from June 3rd to the 9th this year!
Hello Local Food Week, RFRK loves you! Ontario is brimming with yummy local options — from beef & veg, to fruit & cheese, we’re always excited to feature fresh finds on our menus. To make the most of this exciting week, check out our handpicked (no pun intended!) activities & resources!
1. Explore a farm from the comfort of your classroom or home
Head over to AgScape to register your kids or students for a virtual farm tour or field trip! The cheese production & the potato & onion tours look particularly fun!
2. Visit a local farmers’ market
See below for some options!
Leslieville Farmers’ Market (sundays)
Sorauren Farmers’ Market (mondays)
East York Farmers’ Market (tuesdays)
Nathan Phillips Square Farmers’ Market (wednesdays)
Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market (thursdays)
Evergreen Brickworks Farmers’ Market (saturdays)
Weston Farmers’ Market (saturdays)
Humber Bay Shores Farmers’ Market (saturdays)
Etobicoke Civic Centre Farmers’ Market (saturdays)
3. Read about how to be a locavore
Visit how to be a locavore to learn more about all things local food & how we do our part at RFRK!
Check in throughout the week as we spotlight some fantastic local food producers we work with!