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CTV News
17 hours ago
- Health
- CTV News
Saskatoon Farm restaurant voluntarily closed amid AHS investigation
The Saskatoon Farm, a farmers' market in Foothills County, Alta., has closed its restaurant voluntarily following an AHS inspection at the business. Staff say the move was made to "regroup" after an issue was discovered with its water supply. (Supplied/Facebook) Alberta Health Services says it is looking into what caused several people to fall ill with a gastrointestinal illness at a farmers' market in Foothills County last week. AHS says a public health inspector conducted an inspection at the Saskatoon Farm, near Okotoks, east of Highway 2, on July 19 after several people fell ill on July 15 and 16. In a statement, AHS said samples of water were taken and additional testing will be done, including an 'on-site environmental inspection.' That includes contacting affected individuals to determine what they ate and when they first became sick. The facility's drinking water system will also be analyzed, AHS said. Restaurant closed On Facebook, staff at the Saskatoon Farm said several people developed 'flu-like symptoms' after eating at the establishment. The business said its restaurant would be closed on Wednesday. 'While this closure is not required by Alberta Health Services (AHS), we have chosen to take the day to coordinate and regroup as a team to ensure we continue to offer a safe dining experience,' staff said in the post. In earlier posts, the farm said 'a potential issue' was found in the water system on July 17 and steps were immediately taken to switch to another water supply. 'That has since been deemed 'satisfactory' by Alberta Health Services (AHS),' the farm wrote in the post. 'As an added precaution, from Thursday, July 17 onward, we have only been serving canned and bottled beverages (including water) and using bagged ice from a local retailer.' The farm said the issue 'has been fully addressed and resolved.' Staff said anyone who dined at the Saskatoon Farm on July 15 and 16 and have experienced symptoms of a gastrointestinal illness is asked to email them at hello@ The Saskatoon Farm says it is taking the matter very seriously and is working closely with AHS during their inspection.
The Guardian
20 hours ago
- General
- The Guardian
Turn a glut of courgettes into a moreish crunchy snack for pizza night
Anyone who has ever grown courgettes will know that, come peak season, you have to get inventive with the abundance and come up with new ways to use them before they turn to marrows or perish and melt back into the soil. One fabulous way to cook up a glut is scarpaccia, an Italian classic that's similar to farinata and a distant cousin of pizza. Thinly sliced courgettes are degorged by tossing them in sea salt to extract their juices, then, true to Italian thrift, the flavourful liquid is used to make a batter that's then reunited with the courgettes before baking into a thin, crisp slice. Zucchini or courgettes are a type of summer squash that grows so prolifically that even the most amateur horticulturist, such as myself, is often inundated with a cash crop of long green gourds. The leaves, stems and flowers are all edible (the greenery can be used like any other leafy green – it's wonderful simply sauteed with garlic, lemon and nutmeg). Those who don't have the luxury of growing their own still benefit from the seasonal abundance, however, because the price of courgettes drops to much more affordable levels, even at the most affluent of farmers' markets. When I was growing up in Dorset, I remember seeing baskets of the things on garden walls, just left out in return for a donation of a few pennies. 500g courgettes, topped and washed 500g new potatoes, washed Sea salt 1 white or red onion, peeled and thinly sliced3 sprigs fresh rosemary, or thyme or oregano, leaves picked150g wholemeal flour – wheat, spelt or plain white50g polenta, or semolina or breadcrumbs, plus extra to finishOlive oil Finely slice 100g each of the courgettes and potatoes and set aside. Grate the rest into a colander set over a bowl, add two teaspoons of sea salt and toss to coat. Place a plate and a weight directly on top of the courgettes and potatoes, and leave to degorge for an hour. Working with a handful at a time, squeeze the courgette and potato mix over the bowl, to collect their juices, then measure out 120ml of the liquid (if need be, top up with water). In a bowl, mix the sliced onion, herb leaves, flour (and polenta, then stir in the 120ml reserved juice and mix to the consistency of thick cake batter; add more liquid or flour as required. Line a large baking tray with unbleached baking paper and brush with olive oil. Spread the batter over the paper so it's about 5mm thick, then arrange the sliced vegetables on top in neat alternating rows. Drizzle with more olive oil, sprinkle with a little polenta and a pinch of sea salt, then bake in a 240C (220C fan)/475F/gas 9 oven for 45-55 minutes, until golden, crisp and charred in places.
CTV News
3 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Fredericton farmers' market receives nearly $1 million
Atlantic Watch A farmers' market in Fredericton will be able to do several upgrades after receiving nearly $1 million in government money.
CTV News
4 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Ottawa farmers markets busy as report finds increase in grocery prices
Produce on display at the Carp Farmers' Market on Saturday, July 19, 2025 (Josh Marano/CTV News Ottawa) Colleen Russel, a resident of Constance Bay in Ottawa, is bagging her groceries by the bushel at the Carp Farmers' Market on Saturday. Russell says the market has become a go-to spot for her groceries needs, as prices at the grocery store continue to rise. 'I'd much rather spend money locally than buy it at a grocery store,' Russell said. 'It's so expensive there now, there's not a deal to be had.' Canadian grocery giant Loblaw recently released its July Food Inflation Report, reporting food prices increased 2.8 per cent in June compared to last year. Beef (14.5%), soybean oil (17.4%) and coffee (19.2%) saw the biggest increases with tariffs being blamed for price hikes. Carp Farmers' Market Kathy Jones (left) and Colleen Russell (right) at the Carp Farmers' Market say they would rather spend money locally than at a grocery store. Saturday, July 19, 2025 (Josh Marano/ CTV News Ottawa) Sylvain Charlebois, director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, says the report is consistent with what consumers are seeing in the market. 'Counter tariffs are impacting some verticals like tea, coffee, alcohol, citrus… all of these products are being impacted by tariffs,' Charlebois said. 'The dollar is less of a factor to be honest. In December, we were expecting food inflation to be anywhere between three to five per cent. As we are now into July, we are expecting food inflation to end this year at around three per cent.' Charlebois adds the average Canadian spends roughly $311 a month on groceries, about the same amount as last year. 'People are very frugal, very careful, we were noticing that Canadians are actually visiting more stores over a month,' Charlebois said. 'Before COVID, the average Canadian was actually visiting a grocery store about 5.5 times a month. That number is up to 7.5 times a month now, which means that people are actually visiting other kinds of stores, even dollar stores, to save money.' While prices are up, Loblaw says fresh vegetable prices fell by 3.1 per cent and helped ease the cost pressure on grocery bills. Charlebois says cucumbers and onions saw the biggest price decrease.
CTV News
5 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Fredericton farmers' market receives nearly $1 million for upgrades
A farmers' market in Fredericton will be able to do several upgrades after receiving nearly $1 million in government money. The announcement was made Saturday at the Boyce Farmers' Market. The New Brunswick government is spending $496,401 through the Regional Development Corporation, and the federal government is spending $500,000 through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA). 'For 74 years, the Boyce Farmers' Market has played an important role in our food system, been a cherished part of Fredericton's weekend routine, and been a key attraction for visitors to the region,' said Premier Susan Holt in a news release. Fredericton Boyce Farmers' Market A sign at the Fredericton Boyce Farmers' Market is pictured on Saturday, July 19, 2025. (Avery MacRae/CTV Atlantic) The money will go toward improving accessibility, reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency, and modernizing facilities. According to the province, this will include the removal of the raised stage, energy-efficient lighting fixtures and roofing work, along with the installation of solar panels. 'As one of the top 10 markets in Canada and a weekend tradition for residents and visitors alike, we are delighted our much-loved market will be receiving upgrades with the support of the federal and provincial governments,' said Stacey Russell, chair of the market's board of directors. Fredericton Boyce Farmers' Market The Fredericton Boyce Farmers' Market is pictured on Saturday, July 19, 2025. (Avery MacRae/CTV Atlantic) The province said this will be a multi-year project. Operations will be able to continue throughout the process with a goal of 'minimizing the impact on vendors.' 'Upgrades will ensure a modernized experience and guarantee the market remains a space for the community to come together every Saturday,' said Fredericton Mayor Kate Rogers. For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
