Ignatius Farm and Jesuit Centre will be the site of the fifth annual Guelph Wellington Local Food Fest June 27 from 11am to 5pm.
Discover local foods available in the region, learn more about agriculture, enjoy a day of inspiration and information, farm-fresh shopping, and entertainment in an idyllic farm setting.
“This event is about bringing out the culture of agriculture and building connections between urban and rural neighbours” said Kate Vsetula, Guelph-Wellington Local Food Project Coordinator.
Last year, over 1,400 people turned out for the free event. This year, the event will feature:
– over a dozen workshops and farm tours, as well as over 50 vendors;
– wagon rides and a hands-on children’s area presented by Everdale Organic Farm and Learning Centre;
– an eclectic mix of live music featuring many well know local musicians;
– cooking demonstrations to offer fresh ideas on cooking local and teach how to preserve some of summer’s harvest
– local culinary delights prepared by some of the region’s best-known restaurants and caterers. Plan to have your lunch al fresco and enjoy a scoop of organic ice cream
– a free shuttle bus runs from downtown Guelph direct to the event
Make sure to bring a shopping basket to buy local, farm-fresh products, or stock up on prepared meals and sweets. There will be lots of local goods, from maple syrup to garden plants and strawberries to local cheese and beef. Information about the event can be found at www.guelphwellingtonlocalfood.ca.
