Rowe Farms Blog

Now more than ever, Rowe Farms is proud to offer delicious, high quality products from local and Canadian suppliers. These products complement our own line of products—Ontario beef, pork, poultry and more—allowing us to be a one-stop shop for customers in Guelph and Toronto. We carry many of these products in our online store as well, making them available for pick up or home delivery. Here are a few local items we think you should know about—if you have any questions, please contact us. We’d be glad to take your call or speak with you in store!

Love is in the air! Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day and on Monday, it’s Family Day in Ontario. We’re big on celebrating love in all its forms, whether it’s the love you share with your partner or the love you feel for your kids, parents, grandparents and friends. With these dates coming up fast, what better reason do you need to cook up some delicious, high quality local food to enjoy with your loved ones? Here are a few ideas from Rowe Farms to get you started—thanks and have a wonderful long weekend!

Rowe Farms is a family-owned and operated business that includes farmers, butchers and retailers who specialize in local food. We don’t typically discuss geopolitics on the blog, but in light of recent and ongoing events, we felt it was important to reiterate a message that’s always been critical to us: the importance of buying local.

January can feel like a long month, but we’ve reached the final stretch. Spring is less than 8 weeks away, February is almost here and there’s plenty to look forward to in the weeks ahead. If you’re looking for a good reason to gather with family and friends (or enjoy a romantic evening with your significant other), be sure to put these dates on your calendar. Rowe Farms has all of the delicious, high quality, local food you need to celebrate these occasions and more—we hope to see you in one of our Guelph or Toronto retail markets soon!

Whether you live with your partner, a large family or on your own, we bet food is a significant part of your monthly budget. There are ways to spend less at the grocery store, but that often results in lesser quality products in your fridge and freezer.

At Rowe Farms, we’re not just a butcher shop—we’re part of a local food chain, and we don’t take that responsibility lightly. Not all food is created equal, and we understand the ripple effect our actions and purchasing decisions have on the world around us. It’s something we think about every single day!

January has been characteristically chilly, so we’ve been turning to cozy recipes that don’t just fill you up—they warm you up, too! Whether you’re using a slow cooker, a roasting pan or your favourite skillet, a delicious recipe can brighten any winter’s day. A classic pork tenderloin, chicken stew or beef chili is great, but there are countless options to choose from.

Christmastime is here and we’re ready to enjoy the holiday magic. Quality time with family, children excitedly opening their stockings at the break of dawn, delicious meals shared with loved ones, and maybe even a tiny bit of snow (one can hope). To all of our customers, staff and neighbours: Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and cheers to the New Year. No matter how you celebrate, we hope your holidays are filled with peace, joy and love.

With Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s Eve just weeks away, you’ve probably ordered your fresh local turkey, holiday ham, delectable prime rib, tender lamb and other festive favourites. (If you haven’t, please visit our holiday site now to get started!) Next on your list? Completing the rest of your holiday menu, from mashed potatoes and gravy to fresh dinner rolls and incredible sides.

A classic roast turkey is always a good idea, but it takes some time and effort to prepare—and if you want to use your oven for fresh rolls or side dishes, there’s always a bit of a balancing act. That’s why we’re so excited about our Ready-Set-Roast turkeys—they allow customers to create a delectable, homestyle holiday meal with less prep work and space needed.

Gift baskets are back and they’re better than ever! In case you haven’t bought or received one from us before, here’s the deal: Rowe Farms offers a selection of gourmet holiday gift baskets featuring some of our most-loved local products. There’s breakfast food, delectable steaks, charcuterie and more—the perfect gift for someone special (or a treat for yourself).

We’ve been talking about the holiday season a lot lately, and with good reason—December 25th will be here before you know it! There’ll be family gatherings, parties with friends, holiday breakfast with the kids and plenty of other festive meals to plan. But in the meantime, you’ve got dinner to make every night. And as the weather continues to grow colder, what’s better than a hot bowl of homemade soup?