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Rabbit
Profile: Rabbits are small mammals in the Leporidae family. About: Rabbit is lean and low in fat, packed with essential amino acids and vitamins and minerals. Rabbit can be braised, fried, slow roasted, or cooked on the BBQ. Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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Grains
Profile: British Columbia has nearly 380,000 acres of land dedicated to annual field crop production, with nearly 80% located in the Peace region. About: Whole grain products are a great source of carbohydrates, fibre, vitamins, iron, zinc, and magnesium, and are a good addition to meals at all times of the day. Grains are used…
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Cod
“Ocean Fresh” Pacific cod lives in the North Pacific Ocean at depths ranging from 3 to more than 1000 m. About: Codfish is low in fat, high in protein, and contains omega-3 fatty acids, making it a popular seafood choice in B.C Did you know?
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Pacific Sole
Profile: Pacific Sole is a flatfish species inhabiting along the sandy bottoms of the Pacific Ocean. About: Pacific Sole fish can be baked, fried, pan-broiled. grilled, or deep fried. Some say the fish has a sweet flavour and a texture similar to cod fish. Did you know?
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Pheasant
“Wild Delicacy!” Pheasants are vibrant birds within the Phasianidae family, originally native to Asia. About: Pheasant can be cooked in various ways such as on the grill, BBQ, stovetop, or in the oven. Did you know?
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Squab
“Exquisite and Nutritious!” Squab, also known as young pigeon, is a delicacy served in fine dining restaurants. About: Squab can pe prepared similarly to poultry by roasting, pan-frying, or braising, cooking until medium-rare or medium-well. Did you know?
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Ostrich
“Distinctive Delicacy!” Ostrich farms are located in the Okanagan Valley, the Lower Mainland, and on Vancouver Island. About: Ostrich meat is low in fat and high in iron; it can be found on the menus in upscale restaurants. Did you know?
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Shallots
Profile: Shallots are a small, elongated type of onion with a taste that’s often described as a subtle mix between a traditional onion and garlic. Like onions and garlic, shallots are used as a building block for flavour in many dishes. About: Shallots are a mild and highly nutritious variety of onion. They’re full of…
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Pork
Profile: In B.C., all hogs are raised on family farms, with 80% of commercial hogs located in the Fraser Valley and the rest being on Vancouver Island, the Kootenay and in the Peace River area. About: Pork is a great source of protein and vitamins. Pork is often served as pork chops, roasts, meatballs, hamburgers,…
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Parsnip
Profile: The Fraser Valley has the perfect climate for producing high quality parsnips. Parsnips are planted in the early spring and require a long, cool growing season. About: Parsnips are a root vegetable similar to carrots, but with a lighter colour. They are low in calories and high in nutrients and fiber which promotes healthy digestion.…