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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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Hot peppers
“Sizzling hot!” Hot peppers come in different sizes and spiciness levels, representing various varieties. About: Hot peppers are a great flavour addition to many recipes, especially curries! Hot peppers are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants! Most Common Varieties: 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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Zucchini
“The secret fruit” Zucchini is a member of the gourd family along with squash, pumpkins, cucumbers, and melons. It’s mainly grown in the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, and the Okanagan Valley. About: Zucchini can be steamed, roasted, grilled, used in various stews, curries, and as a noodle substitute. Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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Turnips
“Turnip for Taste!” Turnips are nutritious root vegetables commonly associated with potatoes or beets, but their closest relatives are radishes and arugula. About: Turnips are an excellent source of vitamin C and fibre, and they are often enjoyed in soups and stews mashed with carrots or potatoes. Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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Spinach
Profile: Spinach is produced mainly in the spring and fall when temperatures are cooler and the hours of daylight are shorter. About: Spinach is rich in iron and contains vitamins A and C. Enjoy spinach in salads, burgers, pasta dishes, pizza, omelettes, quiches and more! 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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Salad greens
Profile: Salad greens are a colourful and delicious mix of baby, leafy greens. Salad greens can include lettuce, kale, mustard greens, spinach and arugula—just to name a few. About: Red and dark green leafy greens are generally higher in antioxidants, Vitamin B6, and other nutrients than lighter colored greens. Did you know?
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Rutabagas
Profile: Rutabagas are a root vegetable, often described as a mix between turnips and cabbages, but have a much stronger flavour. About: Rutabagas are sweeter than turnips, with lower water content and more pronounced flavour. One cup of cooked rutabaga contains only 66 calories. Rutabagas are an excellent source of nutrients and an excellent source…
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Rhubarb
“Citrusy and sweet!” B.C.’s rhubarb season starts early in the year. Rhubarb roots remain in the ground over winter and are ready to sprout as soon as the soil is warmed in the spring. About: Rhubarb is high in vitamin K, vitamin C and calcium. Rhubarb is commonly enjoyed in pies, crumbles, muffins, and jams.…