The Basket Blog
A hub of inspiration for farmers’ market lovers and shoppers. Here you’ll find tons of recipes featuring local ingredients, as well as seasonal food guides, DIY ideas, local gift guides, tips and more!
Your Guide to Local Mother’s Day Flowers
Mother's Day is synonymous with flowers. Fortunately for you (and your Mom!) there are so many incredible cut flower vendors at farmers' markets around the province. Many of these vendors are flower farmers and grow their own seasonal blooms, and their fields are...
How To Make the BEST Local Breakfast in Bed
Whether you're wanting to spoil your significant other, a family member, or just treat yourself, a great breakfast in bed is the ultimate act of care. But how you can you make it more special? We have a couple tricks up our sleeve to share that can make your spread...
Local Mimosa 2 Ways
Is there anything more luxurious than a cocktail for brunch? We've put our own twist on this classic cocktail to include all local ingredients. Swap orange juice for fresh apple cider or your favourite local kombucha. Both versions are refreshing and flavourful! Pick...
French Toast Casserole – Sweet or Savoury!
Are you seeking a new weekend brunch recipe? Something easily customizable to your liking and simple and quick to throw together? Our French Toast Casserole recipe is just that! With the option to go sweet or savoury, you can incorporate your favourite fruit or meats,...
Why Local Seeds Are Best
Cover image by Truro Farmers' Market Let’s chat about why buying local seeds is important for our green thumb followers! Why buy local seeds Seeds are the foundation to all crops grown for food, feed, and fibre. When we support local seed producers, we are investing...
Farmers’ Markets of NS on CBC Program “Land & Sea”
"There was once a time, and it wasn't that long ago, when everybody knew where their food came from."-Justin Cantafio, Executive Director of Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia Did you catch Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia's Executive Director Justin Cantafio on the CBC...