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GO LOCAL July 24, 2019

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The Various Benefits of Farm-to-Table Eating

Few things are more satisfying than biting into a fresh tomato right from the garden or seasoning a meal with herbs picked from a windowsill greenhouse. Restaurants recognize the value of such experiences, and more and more are relying on locally sourced products in their kitchens.

The farm-to-table movement is not new, but it has gained momentum as consumers become increasingly enamored with the flavour and environmental impact of locally sourced foods.

Newcomers to the farm-to-table dining experience may not understand all the fuss surrounding this popular trend. The following are some of the key benefits of farm-to-table. · Peak freshness and ripeness: Local produce ripens on the plant and can be harvested at the last possible minute before it turns up on a plate. This helps ensure that it contains the highest amount of nutrients and flavor. Food that has to travel further is often picked well before it is ready, ripening on the way to stores or other vendors.

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· Better for the environment: Food that doesn’t need to travel far before reaching diners’ plates saves roughly 500 gallons of diesel fuel to haul produce a distance of 1,500 miles. This conserves fossil fuels and prevents harmful emissions from entering the atmosphere. · Supports local: Supporting farm-to-table restaurants and other eateries keeps business local in two different ways. It not only benefits local restaurants, but it also directly supports local farms, fisheries and other suppliers. · Accessibility to seasonal choices: Farm-totable eating provides a wide variety of in-season foods. This can translate into tastier foods because they are grown and harvested during their optimal growing season. · Learn about the community: A person might live in an area and never know that a local vineyard is in the vicinity or that a producer of straight-fromthe-hive honey is nearby. Exploring farm-to-table resources can open people’s eyes to local businesses doing great work in and around their communities.

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A day trip along the south shore of Essex County can provide quite a variety of experiences.

From the far west near Holiday Beach to Wheatley in the east, all of that area in between is filled with pleasant surprises.

Of course, regardless of the route you take from one end to the other, you’ll encounter a great number of roadside stands, many teeming

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If you’re looking for something fun to do, here are some events coming up in our area!

Explore The Shore (County Road 50) Saturday, July 27 & Sunday, July 28

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Wheatley Fish Festival Saturday, July 27 Friday, August 2 – Sunday, August 4

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The Wheatley BIA’s objective is to create a pleasant, thriving business district by building on the area’s intrinsic qualities and heritage. We are very proud of our local businesses who continue to support residents, tourists and local service groups.

Enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants.

Shop at the various stores including the corner gift store or check out the local art displayed in some of the uptown businesses. Enjoy a round of golf at Talbot Trail Golf Course. Take in a Sunday evening concert at Two Creeks Conservation Area. Make use of the equipment and facilities available at our Wheatley Recreation Complex.

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reflexology, weight training, cardio and group training classes.

Sit back and enjoy the beautiful gardens at Coulter Park and Heatherington Park made possible by the Wheatley Horticultural Society and their many volunteers and supporters.

Enjoy the nearby parks including Two Creeks Conservation Area, which has a 15 km biking and hiking trail, Kopegaron Woods Conservation Area, or Hillman Marsh Conservation Area. Bring your trailer, tent and bike and spend some time either at Wheatley Provincial Park, home to the endangered Blue Racer snake, or Campers Cove Campground. Stay at a beautiful local bed and breakfast or at one of the many cottage rentals. Go fishing! Contact a local sport charter! Or take a drive down to the harbour and check out why Wheatley is home to the world’s largest fresh water commercial fishing port, and while there, purchase fresh fish from one of the local fisheries.

Enjoy the birds! Wheatley is situated along the main migratory corridor and offers some of the best bird watching in Ontario.

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Go Green When Spending Time Outdoors

The great outdoors beckons people year-round. But nature is especially enticing in summer, when warm weather compels people to leave their couches and soak up some sun.

Spending time outdoors is rewarding, and it can be even more so when people take steps to make their outdoor recreation as eco-friendly as possible. Whether it’s choosing certain activities or taking other measures, there are various ways to go green when spending time outdoors this summer and beyond. · Leave the car at home.

Americans and Canadians consume more gasoline per capita than any other people in the world. According to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration and the United Nations, Americans consume 4.39 litres of gasoline per capita each day, while Canadians consume 3.62 litres per capita each day.

In lieu of driving everywhere this summer, people who want to be more mindful of the environment can leave their cars home more frequently. Rather than driving the family to a nearby ice cream stand, walk or bike there instead. Run as many errands on foot or on a bicycle as possible. Walking or cycling is a great way to get some time outdoors on warm summer days, and reducing fuel consumption is an equally great way to help the planet.

· Vacation locally. Another way to help the planet when spending time outdoors this summer is to vacation locally.

People who vacation close to home typically do not fly, and that’s a significant benefit to the planet. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change notes that aviation emissions release black carbon, nitrous oxide and sulphur oxide, which contribute to the greenhouse gas effect.

And while the EIA notes that automobiles and airplanes produce relatively similar amounts of carbon dioxide per gallon, airplanes burn considerably more fuel than cars, thanks in large part to the considerable amount of fuel planes burn on the runway. By vacationing locally, outdoor enthusiasts can reduce their reliance on airplanes, thereby reducing the effects those airplanes have on the environment.

· Embrace eco-friendly activities. Various activities, from organic gardening to planting trees to beach cleanups, provide a great way to get outdoors and help the planet at the same time. People who grow their own vegetables can take solace knowing that the vegetables they’re eating each night did not require the depletion of any natural resources to go from garden to table. Signing up for beach cleanups can prevent trash, including harmful plastics, from making its way into the world’s oceans, and such cleanups provide a great excuse to go to the beach. · Volunteer to help with a local cleanup. Many parks and environmental organizations offer a variety of volunteer opportunities to individuals who enjoy the great outdoors and are interested in protecting their local and national parks.

Point Pelee National Park – Beach Clean Up Help park staff clean up the garbage washed up on the beach. Participants receive free entry to the park for the day. No registration is required. Bring a reusable mug and water bottle, and any food or snacks you need. Wear protective clothing: work gloves, long pants, long sleeves, sun hat, closed-toed shoes and sunscreen.

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How to get the most out of local produce A letter from the Uptown Leamington BIA

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“When that resource at their disposal just min- at the University of London looking at fruit like utes from home. This resource can examined how the vocabularies strawberries or vegtransport them to distant lands, of more than 9,400 people develgies like beets and teach their children valuable les- oped between the ages of 16 and carrots, healthy green vocabulary continsons and serve as a great place to 42 found that stalks or leaves are ued to improve long after teenage meet new friends. good signs,” explains So what is this magical place? years. By continuing Phung. to read books from their local•libraries The local library.

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· Reading may help improve long-term mental health. A study from researchers at Case Western Reserve University found that patients with Alzheimer’s disease were less active in early and middle adulthood in regard to intellectual, passive and physical activities than people who did not have AD. Young adults and middle-aged people who visit their local libraries and check out a good book might decrease their risk for cognitive decline later in life. · Reading can improve your vocabulary, even as you get older.

Reading for pleasure as a child has long been linked to helping young people age 16 and under develop strong reading and math skills. But

ples of the forms of entertainment available at local libraries. Better yet, such entertainment is free to library card holders. · Libraries offer age-appropriate programs for kids. Libraries are often home to many programs that can inspire kids to read and foster their creativity. The scope of kid-friendly programs at your local library is wide and may range from sing-a-long sessions for toddlers to group art programs for preschool-aged children to STEMbased programs for elementary and secondary school students.

The local library is an invaluable resource than can benefit people of all ages. Visit a local library today!

decide where to purchase their household goods.

So why does buying local matter so much? Local businesses are constantly giving back to the communities that support them in a variety of ways. Whether it be donating to a cultural group like the theatre or arts centre, sponsoring a sports team, offering items for a school church BIA’s fundraiser or offering The or Wheatley objective is to to share their knowledge with co-op students, local businesses are one of the components to the create a pleasant, thriving business health of a community. district by building on the area’s In addition, theseand businesses provide intrinsic qualities heritage.

We much needed jobs for our citizens as well as opportunities for local are very proud of our local businesses artisans, farmers and more to market their goods and provide places to go with friends or family who continue to support residents, when they come into town. tourists and local service groups.

The service andatquality receive from your friendly neighEnjoy a meal one ofthat theyou many bourhood small business owner is not restaurants. Shop at the various stores like anything you will experience online in a big store.

From the tailor to the clothier, the including theorcorner giftbox store or check farm to the table, the script to the theatrical production, our comout the local art displayed in some of munity survives and thrives when we the uptown businesses. Enjoy a round all work together and provide support these Trail establishments. of golf attoTalbot Golf Course. Take When you choose shop local, you can be assured that your in a Sunday evening to concert at Two choices are contributing significantly to Creeks Conservation Area. Make use of the well-being of your town.

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Board of Directors Sit back and enjoy the beautiful gardens at Coulter Park and Heatherington Park made possible by the Wheatley Horticultural Society and their many volunteers and supporters.

Enjoy the nearby parks including Two Creeks Conservation Area, which has a 15 km biking and hiking trail, Kopegaron Woods Conservation Area, or Hillman Marsh Conservation Area. Bring your trailer, tent and bike and spend some time either at Wheatley Provincial Park, home to the endangered Blue Racer snake, or Campers Cove Campground. Stay at a beautiful local bed and breakfast or at one of the many cottage rentals. Go fishing! Contact a local sport charter! Or take a drive down to the harbour and check out why Wheatley is home to the world’s Kingsville 40 Main Street fiWest largest fresh–water commercial shing port, and while there, purchase fresh fish from one–of the local fisheries.

Leamington 1 John Street Enjoy the birds! Wheatley is situated along the main migratory (reopening August 12) corridor and offers some of the Ruthven – 1695 Street best bird watching in Elgin Ontario.

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In 2018, the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce will be entering its 82nd year of operations.

Our mission statement states that we are a c dedicated to being a visible and pro-active voice f and the promotion of the district.

We welcome you to the evolution of a commu and continuous development. We proudly serv build a solid foundation of thriving businesses w and vibrant!

We are located on the 42nd parallel. Becau are home to one of the largest agricultural areas that is rated as one of the best wine producing We are the gateway to Point Pelee National Park Our area is an affordable community with gre and eventful summers. With a community hospita a broad range of municipal services, the commu factors needed when deciding where to start a b family.

Finally, what would a town be without people? Our area has a mosaic of culture outside of Toronto, with one of the largest diverse culture heritages.

Kingsville offers it all! Breweries, coffee, chocolatiers, clothing boutiques, wineries, locally grown produce, gift shops, home décor and specialty stores.

If you need a break from shopping, enjoy any one of our spectacular restaurant choices. Ask our local store owners for a There manytoreasons why buying local makes sense. There is also recommendation and they are are happy signifi cant peace of mind in knowing where our food comes from. guide you to a delicious meal.

If you aren’t ready forYou a meal, take some get quality and taste time for yourself at the Why Kingsville Golf that’s traveled for days on a truck? Fully ripened eat a tomato Course or one of our local spas or services and bursting with flavour, your local tomato can be on your dinner plate for some pampering. the same day it was picked. Fresh food often contains fewer preservatives Kingsville offers a host(essential of accommodations for food traveling long distances), providing you with a more that include bed and breakfasts and inns,product. Quality local food isn’t just about produce. natural, wholesome a motel and a boutique hotel.

When we of great tasting food including eggs, milk, cheese, There’s a wide variety support local businesses, we are able to grains and wine waiting for you to discover. meat, honey, preserves, continue to grow our vibrant and bustling You help our local economy town.

When you pretty buy from local farmers and producers, you are supporting Lakeside Park is just one of our local businesses and providing income for families in our community. In a green spaces to enjoy when taking a break when many farmers and businesses are struggling to maintain their from the exploration of time the town.

– Wendy Parsons livelihood, do our part to support them while preserving our rural Check out the Carnegie Arts we & can Visitor General Manager, Leamington & District Chamb heritage. Many Windsor and Essex County businesses are supporting the Centre to find recommendations of things “Grown Right Here”of campaign, so look for the “Grown Right Here” brand to to see and do while admiring the work help you find local food. local artists.

Please visit us in Kingsville. We look You get safety assurance forward to greeting you and helping you How much do you know about your food? Farmers and producers in enjoy your time in the community that we Windsor and Essex County take pride in high quality food that’s safe for take such pride in. you and your family. One of theAMPHITHEATRE biggest benefits to BEACH buying food locally is BIKING BOATING FRUIT Q: What do you call having someone to answer your questions about how it was grown and HIKING KINGSVILLE LAKE LEAMINGTON LOCAL - Christina cattle with aBedal, sense of raised.

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A letter from the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce 1.

This popular music venue was located at what is now Lakeside Park Pavilion in Kingsville, rumoured to have hosted such acts as Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin.

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This reptile gets its name from its original habitat, although they’ve begun to show up along the rocks at Leamington’s waterfront in recent years.

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These destructive mammals have recently resurfaced in Point Pelee’s marshes and other local waterways after decades of extinction in southwestern Ontario.

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This popular former Kingsville eatery was home to a ghost named George for many decades.

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The Leamington Flyers 1972 Jr. C Ontario championship team boasts how many players who eventually played in the NHL? Name them if you can.

This billionaire’s company purchased Heinz in 2015.

The reincarnation of this local hockey league lasted from about 1982 through 1986, while the original league lasted many years throughout the 1960s and ’70s.

This is the largest species of fish found in the Great Lakes.

It is a great privilege to have a job I love and to have the opportunity to showcase our business community.

Each relationship made is a new connection to an expanded network.

We talk a lot about relationships in this Chamber as we work hard to collaborate with n Distri ct Cham ber of Comm erce. our many community A recen t Cash Mob organ ized by the Leam ingto partners to build strong businesses in our area. Business organically grows when people know, like and trust you. Our effort to stay informed regarding development in the area, legislative issues, and more makes us a valuable resource.

We share the information with you to help you grow your business.

Our area, along the banks of Lake Erie, is an affordable community with great weather, mild winters and eventful summers. With a community hospital, excellent schools and a broad range of municipal services, the community has all the critical factors needed when deciding where to start a business or raise a family. Our area has a mosaic of culture outside of Toronto, with one of the largest diverse culture heritages. Our community has a rich history and tradition, in addition to many modern and innovative businesses. It is exciting to have the opportunity to showcase a variety of businesses, enriching and growing our great community that we are privileged to call home.

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Roasted Asparagus Quesadillas Cut these Mexican favourites into small wedges to serve as appetizers or serve with a salad for a light meal.

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You get safety assurance How much do you know about your food? Farmers and producers in Windsor and Essex County take pride in high quality food that’s safe for you and your family. One of the biggest benefits to buying food locally is having someone to answer your questions about how it was grown and raised.

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Explore your local amenities, you’ll be glad you did A day trip along the south shore of Essex County can provide quite a variety of experiences.

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INGREDIENTS:

• 4 cobs Ontario sweet corn, husked, cut into 24 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces • 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil • 2 cloves Ontario garlic, minced • 1/3 cup (75 mL) each ketchup and Ontario honey • 2 tbsp (25 mL) sodium-reduced soy sauce • 4 smoked sausages, cut in 1-1/2-inch (7 cm) pieces • 16 chunks Ontario sweet green pepper • 16 chunks Ontario sweet orange pepper

Grilling Time: 10 to 15 minutes Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 8 minutes Servings: 4

INSTRUCTIONS: In large pot of boiling water, cook corn until almost tender, 3 to 4 minutes; drain well.

In small saucepan, heat oil over medium-low heat; add garlic and cook stirring until softened. Add ketchup, honey and soy sauce; stir to combine. Cook, stirring, over medium heat until sauce comes to a boil. Remove from heat.

Alternately thread corn, sausage and peppers onto 8 metal skewers; brush with sauce. Place on greased grill over medium heat. Grill until vegetables are tender and sausage is hot, turning and brushing several times with sauce, 10 to 15 minutes.

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Red Pepper Feta Spread Simple and addictive, this pepper spread is common in Greece as part of a shared appetizer table (mezes). Serve with toasted pita wedges, Ontario cucumber slices and pepper wedges.

INSTRUCTIONS: In medium skillet, combine red pepper and water; cover and bring to boil over high heat.

Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes or until pepper is tender. Uncover and bring to boil; simmer until all liquid has evaporated, about 4 minutes.

In food processor or blender, purée pepper, cheese and pepper flakes until smooth. Transfer to bowl; cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Preparation Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 16 minutes Standing Time: 2 hours Makes 1 cup (250 mL) INGREDIENTS: • 1 Ontario Greenhouse sweet red pepper, cut into chunks (1-1/4 cups/300 mL) • 1/3 cup (75 mL) water • 1 cup (250 mL) crumbled Ontario feta cheese (4 oz/125 g) • 1/8 tsp (0.5 mL) crushed red pepper flakes

Tip: Any leftovers make a fantastic sandwich or burger spread.

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Watermelon-Berry Colada You can convert this pretty and refreshing mocktail into a cocktail by adding 1/2 cup (125 mL) white rum. Garnish each glass with a tiny unpeeled wedge of Ontario watermelon and a sprig of mint.

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Pour over ice cubes in tall glasses.

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