5 delicious local food pairings you’ve got to try this summer

We love summer + local food—it’s a perfect combination! If you feel the same, here are a few more specific combinations to try in the weeks ahead. These simple meals are outstanding in every way—plus, you’re supporting local farmers with every delicious bite!

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A great steak + panzanella salad

This dinner has everything: a delicious cut of Ontario beef plus a savoury salad with local produce, fresh herbs, vinaigrette-soaked homemade croutons and some great cheese. We love this recipe from the County Heirlooms cookbook—if you don’t have burrata on hand (or want to use a less expensive cheese), try something like mini bocconcini. Your dinner will still be incredible.

Tender Ontario pork chops + grilled peaches

Grilled peaches are incredibly easy to prepare and deliver huge flavour. (If you haven’t made them before, here’s how.) When they’re in season, they’re perfection—so make the most of them! We love pairing grilled peaches with a tender Ontario pork chop. Consider using a maple chipotle seasoning or a coffee-based spice rub—the savoury, spicy notes complement both the meat and sweet summer fruit.

Your fave burger + Caplansky’s horseradish mustard

You can top our Ontario beef burgers any way you like and they’re going to be delicious, but allow us a humble suggestion: a generous spoonful of Caplansky’s horseradish mustard plus lettuce, a slice of tomato, mayo and thin-sliced red onions. (Ketchup optional!) If you don’t enjoy horseradish, consider using Caplansky’s ballpark or dijon mustard instead. We carry all three products in our Toronto and Guelph retail locations.

Sausages + Marty’s sauerkraut

Marty’s Pickles are a customer favourite, but don’t forget to try their amazing sauerkraut, too. We love this product with mild Italian pork sausages, but it also pairs well with hot Italian, French country and other sausage varieties. Whether you enjoy your sausage and sauerkraut on a plate or in a bun, it’s going to be good—enjoy!

All-beef hot dog + a County Bounty artisanal soda

These award-winning all-beef hot dogs are favoured by kids and adults alike. They’re everything you’ve always loved about hot dogs but with a grown-up flavour profile and high quality local ingredients. Grill one to perfection and serve it with an ice-cold craft soda from The County Bounty Artisanal Soda Co. We have a variety of refreshing flavours in store including strawberry basil, blackcurrant lemonade, cherry vanilla and ginger grape, plus several flavourful sparkling water options. Sip, sip, enjoy!

Thanks for shopping local

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