WHY WE’RE HERE

Growing or preparing,  then cooking, and eating your own food is fun, healthy and can save you money.

Do you want to take more control of your food but don’t know where to start?  Do you want to grow fresh vegetables to feed your family? Are you looking for new and healthy recipes?

The Gastronomic Gardener is here to help with veggie garden tips for beginner and experienced gardeners alike. We’ll guide you through the process, from planning your first garden to getting started composting ,building raised beds and other garden construction. We cover planting, growing, harvesting, preserving, and much more.

Then, come into the kitchen to cook up the harvest, incorporating what we grew into delicious dishes that you’ll be proud to serve your family!

Here at the Gastronomic Gardener, taking control of your food doesn’t only mean growing it. We’ll get hands on in making bacon, sausages, and even smoked salmon. It’s easier than you imagine and the results are spectacular! Once you’ve tasted your own home cured bacon or fresh sausages you’ll never want store bought again!

So come on in and look around.  We’re glad you’re here.

FEATURED BLOG POSTS

Ramp and Fiddlehead Tart

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The old adage, “If it grows together it goes together” was never more true in this early spring combination of Ramps and Fiddlehead ferns.

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Planning Your Garden Part IV- Starting Seed Indoors

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Starting seed indoors gives you a head start on the season. Read this guest post, and see how easy it is.

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