Sycamore trees, Jefferson Salamanders, wild plums, nearly countless waterfalls, hot summers with snowy winters – these are just a few […]
Blossom Time in Niagara
As we near the end of another blossom season here in Niagara, our collective draw to the mesmerising colours and spring smells of the many blossoming fruit orchards dotting across our region is nothing new. Rather, Blossom Time in Niagara is part of a rich history of fruit farming and scenic tourism.
Museum at Home: Fruit Crisps, Crumbles and Cobblers
This week’s Museum at Home blog post is inspired by a photo from the St. Catharines Standard Collection of a bountiful peach harvest at the Taylor Farm in 1939. This photo has inspired us to make peach crisp and to consider baked fruit desserts!