If you’re heading on the road for Open Farm Days this year there are many culinary adventures you can embark on from food trucks selling local food to BBQs at the farms.
One culinary tradition we’re excited is continuing into 2020 is the picnic at the farm.
There are two farm created picnics you can order for your Open Farm Days adventure this year.
Rural Roots Farmer Showcase Picnic Box.
The Picnic Box is a fine selection of locally produced foods including charcuterie meats, cheeses, & other tasty delights. A picnic for two or a starter for more.
Order online by Thursday, August 13 here
www.PeggGarden.org
3 pick-up locations– George Pegg Botanic Garden (Glenevis), Stony Plain, Edmonton.
Click below for more information
https://albertaopenfarmdays.ca/farm/hill-and-dale-farm-as-rrfs/
Trails End Beef
Purchase a traditional Beef Pasty and a craft beverage for a picnic.
When: August 15, 10am-5pm
Details: Can be purchased when you arrive. Bring your own picnic blankets and set up where you would like in the yard or pasture.
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Wild Country Gardens
When: Saturday, August 15
Where: Wildwood, Alberta
Details: Farm to table picnic-style lunch
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Bring your own picnic and hang out at a farm! These farms are ready for you to pull out your blanket and picnic basket:
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