On September 12, 2010 Canadian Organic Growers – Ottawa Chapter will once again bring together farmers and top chefs from Ottawa and the region to celebrate the local organic harvest. Area farmers, who produce according to nationally recognized organic standards, team up with chefs from some of the finest restaurants in the area.

Feast of Fields Ottawa celebrates the annual harvesting of premium local, organic and healthy foods from the Ottawa-Gatineau region. By purchasing a ticket to Feast of Fields Ottawa you will be able to sample and enjoy tasty concoctions especially created from the areas local abundance for the Feast.

In addition to superb food, Feast of Fields Ottawa features a silent auction, entertainment and children’s activities.

Due to renovations at Vincent Massey Park, Feast of Fields 2010 will be held at LeBreton Flats.

Located in Vankleek Hill, Beau’s use local spring water , organic malts (no extracts) and organic hops which are grown locally.  Their beer is available at the LCBO, and in many restaurants throughout the city.  Each October Beau’s hosts one heck of an Octoberfest in Vankleek Hill.  The proceeds of this fundraising event support  the United Way, VKH Agricultural Society & Canadian Organic Week.  They roll out the barrels in the fields of the Vankleek Hill fairgrounds.  Get out your lederhosen, dirndls, green alpine hats and steins and take part in the festivities.    What started as a small affair a few years ago, this annual event has become a real Octoberfest.  Local restaurants turn out to supply great food.  There will be live music, competitions like arm wrestling and sausage eating, and lots of musical entertainment.

There are a wide variety of activities to get involved in. There’s something for every member of the family to enjoy. Herbfest is held every year on the grounds of the popular Herb Garden. For easy directions click here.

The main highlight of Herbfest for many is the amazing range of vendors that participate every year. Many have been coming for ten years or more, but many talented new vendors are added each year. Last year there were some 90 vendors representing a vast array of products and services. Most vendors are from the Ottawa Valley, but some come from the far reaches of Ontario and Québec.

Every year there are also a wide variety of culinary treats to savour in the Herbfest food court. Come early and enjoy breakfast, with a cup of locally roasted fair-trade coffee. For lunch you can choose from a variety of wholesome choices including some ethnic favourites. Later in the day slow down the pace in the beer garden. There’s truly something for everyone!

Happy Summer!

Have fun, be safe, eat well!!!

This will be our second year attending this event.  Last year we had two ‘Shuckers’ entered into the Oyster Shucking Competition.  This year, Robin will be representing the Red Apron in the Shucking competition, and Justine & Robin will be on hand selling pound cake with local strawberries and whipped cream for $4.00 and all proceeds will be going support Cambridge Schools Playground reconstruction.

Tickets are $25.00 and includes a walleye burger, or pulled pork sandwich or 4 oysters on the 1/2 shell.

The musical line-up is spectacular and includes Jim Bryson & the Fiftymen.

We hope to see you there!