There has been quite a buzz about
Barrie's Asparagus Farm lately, so yesterday we went to check it out and buy some fresh local food. As a local resident, born and raised, I feel guilty that I had never visited this jem before.
The boys and I were first greeted by the two farm dogs, laizly lounging in the shade. After a quick hello, we climbed the steps of the Farm House. Flowers for sale were displayed at the door (which were tempting because it is SuperBoy's last day of school tomorrow and I still haven't bought teacher's gifts). Making a mental note, we ventured inside to discover that treasures lay inside. SuperBoy made a beeline to the basket of toys which left me to browse with SuperTot. I couldn't believe how many rooms were filled with fresh, local produce: Cheese from Bright, Organic Natural Yoghurt, Farm Fresh Eggs, Fresh Field Strawberries, Romaine the size of my head!, Beans, Honey, Preserves, Jams & Jellies, Flour made from Asparagus, Asparagus Salsa and Pasta Sauce, Asparagus Tortilla Chips, Savory and Sweet Pies, Pasta made from Asparagus, Zuccini, Potatoes...forgive me if I have missed something. I had to decide...but how? There was so much to choose from. I settled on the Cheesy Chicken and Asparagus Pie and a pint of fresh strawberries. (I couldn't resist digging in on the way home.) Out of money I never did get those flowers, but we did get a yummy sample of Asparagus Chips...delicious!
On the way out the proprietor asked us if we had seen the 'piggies'. I have to say, they were the happiest pigs I have ever seen. They came running over to greet us with a snort and a smile. SuperTot could barely contain himself; he couldn't stop giggling! It made is all laugh. Those are the moments I cherish. I would have to say that this was a bit hit. I had a hard time convincing Superboy to leave. Don't worry, we'll be back for sure!
