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Monarch on Milkweed

Should I Plant Milkweed?

In the early spring, I was preparing my garden for the summer, trimming back bushes, turning the soil, and pulling weeds. I noticed a particular weed that was seemingly popping out of the ground faster than anything else, Milkweed.  While many people consider Milkweed a nuisance to a manicured ga...
The History of Mead

The History of Mead

When one typically thinks of mead, the medieval period comes to mind ー the highest of nobility pairing their fine dining with the beverage to the commoner taking a swig at the local tavern. Whether heartily clinking goblets at medieval festivals, downing the beverage in the hit TV show Vikings, o...
Honey Ginger Wellness Shots

Honey Ginger Wellness Shots

Looking for something other than your usual cup of joe to wake you up in the morning? Wellness shots are a great option to look into ー ingredients like honey and ginger provide numerous benefits, such as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that will help you look and feel your best! We’r...
Bee's Knees Cocktail Recipe

The Bee's Knees Cocktail

This iconic 1920s cocktail is composed of honey syrup, gin, and lemon juice ー finely balancing the sweetness of honey, tangy kick of lemon, and botanical depth of gin ー it’s the cat’s pyjamas!  We’re using our Summer Blossom Honey to give further botanical depth to this classic cocktail, rich in ...
The Many Shades of Honey

The Many Shades of Honey

Authentic honey often ranges in colour and you’ll find shades from translucent light yellow all the way to a dark amber. To understand why this happens and what it means for you as a consumer, let’s talk about how bees make honey.  How Is Honey Made? The first step to making honey is collecting n...
Black Eyed Susan Flowers

Native Ontario Plants for Pollinators

Right now is the perfect time to plant your pollinator garden. Whether you start with a small planter, a large flower garden, or a meadow in an unused part of your land - this article will help you get started on figuring out what to plant. Why choose native plants? Native plants have adapted to ...