June 25, 2019
Strawberry Season at Springridge
It's finally here, the sweetest time of the year!
...but it won't last long
For over 30 years, we've been growing delicious strawberries and this year Farmer Tom has been hard at work to ensure it's one of our best crops ever!
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Nothing beats fresh, local berries, which is why we take great pride in producing the best tasting strawberries. Here at the farm our strawberries are harvested daily so that you get the freshest berries ready for you to take home and enjoy.
Our strawberries are conveniently available in 1.5L baskets or by the flat. We always advise calling ahead for our daily strawberry availability.
Strawberries are the feature in our scratch bakery as we prepare mouth-watering seasonal treats with our very own berries. Stop by our cafe to enjoy strawberry muffins, strawberry streusel pies & tarts and our signature strawberry custard pies & tarts - a true Canadian tradition!
Strawberry Trifle Recipe
We’ve always loved a decadent and old-fashioned English trifle, layered with soft custard and gently whipped cream, but in a nod to simplicity we’ve updated one of our favourite desserts and made it much, much lighter with vanilla-scented greek yogurt instead. This easy trifle has all kinds of flavour and couldn’t be simpler to put together. We make individual servings in large red-wine glasses because we think that’s festive. Feel free to make one large layered trifle in your favourite large glass bowl or trifle dish.
You’ll need:
1 pound cake (shop bought is perfect)
1 jar Springridge Strawberry Jam
1 ½ cups sliced strawberries
1 ½ cups plain greek yogurt (0%)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract or paste
4 (or more) fresh whole strawberries, for garnish
Slice the pound cake crosswise into ½ inch slices, set aside. In a small bowl, stir vanilla into greek yogurt, set aside.
Start with a layer of pound cake in the bottom of each of four large red wine glasses. You will likely need to cut the slices of pound cake into smaller shapes in order to create this layer – don’t worry, the finished product will look great. Next, add a thin layer (approx 1/8 inch) of Strawberry Jam). Then add a layer of strawberries, and then a layer of vanilla-flavoured yogurt (between ¼ and ½ inch thick). Repeat layers until glasses are full, aiming to finish with the yogurt layer.
Garnish with a whole fresh strawberry and refrigerate until ready to serve!
 We are open daily from 9am-5pm, see you soon!
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April 29, 2019
Perfect Tea Pairings
Mother's Day is just around the corner and while our gracious moms usually answer "I don't want anything", we all know that delivering nothing is a big no-go.
Growing in popularity more and more every year, Traditional Afternoon or High Tea services are usually a great gift for mom. But with prices anywhere from 50-75 dollars a head, it can get expensive real fast. Why not show mama just how much you care by planning her own personal tea service at home!
With the help from THAC Tea Sommelier Samantha Payne, we've paired up 6 teas with some amazing goodies from Springridge Farm including scone mix and the 'Mother's Day' Marmalade that is made with local Niagara peaches, oranges and a splash of champagne.
These pairings are sure to get mom excited for her day and make her truly feel like a Queen.
The "Traditional" Mom - Mama knows what she likes
- Ceylon Black Tea (Personal favourite from DAVIDsTEA): Nothing beats a good, rich cup of black tea, especially from Sri Lanka. Better known as an "Orange Pekoe", if your mom is a fan of black teas, this is definitely a treat. Served with or without milk (I'm a purist so none for me), bold flavours mix really well with the sweet peach flavours of the 'Mother's Day Marmalade' and work perfectly for your breakfast or afternoon tea service for mama.
- Cream of Earl Grey ( Personal favourite from Monarch Tea Co) - Nothing beats this classic. When you find the PERFECT Cream of Earl Grey blend, you're in absolute heaven. The Vanilla and natural citrus flavours of bergamot pair really nicely with the sweetness of the peach and apricot in the marmalade. Want to go EXTRA special for mom? Turn it into a tea latte with hot steamed milk and a little agave nectar and your work is done.
The "Adventurous" Mom - Step out of the comfort zone and find a new tea she'll fall in love with.
-Milk Oolong (Personal favourite from Genuine Tea): Most people tend to not know a whole lot about Oolong tea. And if you are one of them, I'll make it quite simple for you. It's a beautiful complex tea that can taste different depending how it has been prepared. A 'short oxidized' tea is very reminiscent of green teas and may intrigue those looking to branch off in a new direction. A 'long oxidized' oolong is bold, malty and has hints of plum and baked stone fruit. Milk Oolong comes in closer to the 'short oxidized' side. Just a straight leaf tea, it has natural creamy/buttery flavours from the regions it is grown in and will add a savoury taste to your scones on their own.
- Almond-Caramel Tea Blend (Personal favourite is Creamy Nut Oolong from Citizen Tea) : Who says you can't have a "treat" and still behave. Treat mom to something a little more desert-y while she enjoys her spread of scones and marmalade. The mix of the almond and caramel's savoury flavours compliment the sweet fruit flavours, and make the scones themselves more savoury as well. Mom won't even believe that tea can taste like this!
The "Cool" Mom - Don't make mom choose between tea and cocktails
- Lavender Lemonade Tea Mimosa (Personal Favourite is French Lavender from Lemon Lily) : A refreshing take on a traditional brunch favourite and in my opinion, Lavender goes with nearly everything! Floral meets fruity and this pairing is exquisite! And with a small hint of natural mint it is a perfect compliment to the marmalade.
Recipe
1 1/2 tbsp dried lavender
2 Cups boiling water
1 tbsp agave
Champagne or Prosecco
Instructions
Steep the lavender in a teapot with the boiling water for 5-6 minutes. Add the agave to sweeten, and stir well until completely mixed in.
Add a few ice cubes into each champagne flute, then add an equal mixture of champagne, lavender tea and lemonade. Add more according to personal taste.
- Chai Hot Toddy (Personal Favourite is Audrey's Chai from Audrey's Tea Room) : Spice up mama's morning with another traditional favourite. Whether we have cool or warm weather on Mother's Day, that shouldn't stop you from trying this one out. The warm spices in the Black Chai blend with a hint of citrus, and a splash of bourbon compliments the notes of the marmalade so well, you will wonder why you have never had this combination before.
Recipe
1 bag black chai tea
1 Cup of hot water
1 tbsp. honey
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 oz. bourbon
Lemon wedge
Instructions
Pour the hot water over the tea. Add agave nectar or honey and let it steep for 3 to 4 minutes. Add lemon juice and bourbon and stir. Garnish with the lemon wedge to be extra fancy.
Guest Writer Samantha Payne (enjoying a cup of tea!)
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December 20, 2018
2019 Birthday Parties & School Tours
We will start taking bookings for 2019 Birthday Parties and School Tours starting January 21, 2019.
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December 11, 2018
Springridge Holiday Hours
A friendly reminder that our hours are 9-5 daily
and 9-noon on December 24.
Come and visit us before we close for the season! We are your one-stop-shopping destination. Our barn is brimming with Christmas ornaments, fashion accessories, giftware, books, Christmas confectionery, gourmet foods and more!
Our bakery is now accepting Christmas baking orders for pick-up by December 24 at noon. Give us a call (905) 878-4908 to order your pies today!
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November 2, 2017
We're OPEN until December 24!
Even though our pumpkin season has concluded - we are still OPEN daily, 9-5, until Christmas!
Our Fun Farm Yard admission has ended for the season. You are welcome to come and explore the Fun Farm Yard at no charge throughout November and December. Our wagon rides and pony rides have also ended for the year.
It's the perfect time to pick up your 2019 Season Pass! We are offering next year's pass at this year's pricing.
A Fun Farm Yard Season Pass also makes a great Christmas gift! Here are some additional details:
For those frequent visitors we recommend a Season Pass
Individual Pass = $30.
4 Person Pass = $100.
***Includes admission to the first weekend of Harvest Festival***
Season Pass excludes all other Festival weekends.
The Season Pass is a great option for you if:
- You visit the Fun Farm Yard more than 5 times a season (you will save $!)
- You live close by
- You have small children or a busy family that can only stay for short visits
- You love fresh air and exploring outside more than indoor playgrounds
- You are looking for a fun, educational and safe place to spend an afternoon
It's always a good day to stop by for a farm fresh lunch, pies and treats from our bakery and our barn is now brimming with Christmas gifts and decor!
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October 23, 2018
A Morning with Anna Olson
Thank you to Chef Anna Olson for spending a morning with us at the farm!
If you missed the event, we do have a limited number of signed copies of "Set for the Holidays" with Anna Olson" available for purchase in the barn market
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July 10, 2018
Springridge Farm - a Canadian Experience
Give your visiting friends and family a Canadian experience
Are you welcoming family and friends from abroad? When visitors come to Canada looking for an authentic Canadian experience, be sure to add Springridge Farm to your “to do” list.
Agriculture is such an important part of the Canadian landscape and economy. We are proud to be a working farm, as well as, a destination for families to have fun and learn more about our farm and the lands around us. The Hughes family has been fruit farming for six generations (over 100 years) and moved to Springridge Farm in 1960. To learn more about Springridge and the Hughes family, visit our farm history page.
 Here are 5 quintessentially Canadian things to see and do at the farm.
Visit our fun farm and take the tractor wagon ride – learn about the crops we grow, the farm and the escarpment lands that surround us.
Honey bees are an important part of our farm. Bees assist us by providing pollination for our crops. We also work with a beekeeper to produce and sell honey from 1 million bees that live in hives beside our pond. Stop into the barn market and bring some Springridge honey home with you.
What could be more Canadian that our most popular jam ever... CANADA 150 JAM! Last year in celebration of Canada 150, we created a special jam featuring coast-to-coast ingredients that include strawberries from Springridge Farm, raspberries from the west coast, wild blueberries from the east coast and a splash of Canadian sparkling wine. Stop by and get some before it is gone.
Known around the world as a uniquely Canadian dessert, butter tarts are a staple in our scratch bakery! While the debate over raisins vs. no raisins rages on we have to say we are “team raisin”
In Canada we are lucky to have the climate and soil to grow a wide variety of crops. In Milton, where we are located, this is considered to be part of the Greenbelt. At Springridge, we grow several crops but we also carry fruits and vegetables from other local Ontario farms to sell in our farm market ensuring you can have a “taste” of Ontario throughout the growing season.
We are open daily from 9am-5pm, see you soon!
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January 29, 2018
Reserve a School Tour Today
Not only do we grow crops at the farm, we also cultivate children's curiosity with our school tour program!
We are now taking booking for school tours, reserve your spot for a school tour beginning mid-May. Our programs are curriculum based and include Bees, Babies & Blossoms, Strawberry Farm Fun, Summer Farm Fun and Pumpkin Harvest Hoot.
Click here to fill out a booking request form and you'll hear back from us soon!
If you have questions or would like to speak with our coordinator Kim, please call us at (905) 878-4908 from 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday.
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April 4, 2018
Come get your Fun Farm Yard Season Pass today!
 For those frequent visitors we recommend a Season Pass!
The Season Pass is a great option for you if:
- You visit the Fun Farm Yard more than 3 times a season & come for the first weekend of Harvest Festival (you will save $!)
- You live close by
- You have small children or a busy family that can only stay for short visits
- You love fresh air and exploring outside more than indoor playgrounds
- You are looking for a fun, educational and safe place to spend an afternoon
Individual Pass $26.55 + $3.45 HST = $30.
4 Person Pass $88.50 + $11.50 HST = $100.
Bonus: Your 2018 Fun Farm Yard Season Pass includes admission to the first weekend of Harvest Festival September 22 or September 23
Season Pass excludes all other Festival weekends.
Looking forward to seeing you soon on the Farm!
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March 29, 2018
HELLO! Canada features Royal Wedding Jam
We feel like royalty today. Thank you HELLO! Canada for featuring our Royal Wedding Jam!
CLICK HERE TO READ ALL ABOUT IT!
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