Summer 2006

Correction: In the article on page 9, titled "Top Farmers' Market Finds," we indicated that spelt is "great for people with gluten sensitivities." While certain sources indicate that spelt can be tolerated by some people with gluten sensitivities, you should check with a dietitian or medical professional before introducing spelt into your diet. According to the Canadian Celiac Association, spelt is closely related to other wheats and should be avoided by people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

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Features

• The Flavours of Pinocchio
  The scoop on specialty ice cream varieties

• Plan the Perfect Summer Party
  Fresh ideas for unique summer entertaining

• 21 Things to Do This Summer
  Alberta's best activities in food and agriculture

• Something About Taber
  What makes Taber corn so sweet and delicious?

• What's Really in Your Food?
  Clearing up food-related myths and misconceptions

• Just Add Water
  Make a splash in your backyard with water gardening.

Departments

• Editor's Message
  

• Web Wise
  

• For Your Bookshelf
  Jim Hole tackles real-life gardening challenges one backyard at a time

• Day in the Life
  Hit the country roads for some unique farm experiences

• In Their Kitchens
  The art of cooking and pairing with wines and spirits

• City Slickers
  Jennifer and Terry tour Canbra Foods

• Health Link
  Eat smart to fend off diseases like cancer

• Just for Kids
  Unique summer day camps across the province

• Your Thoughts / What's Coming
  See what readers had to say about the last issue and see what is in store for the fall issue

• Picture Perfect
  Peas that Please

Quick Bites

• Made in Canada
  Great Canadian Inventions

• A Shade of Pink
  

• Top Farmers' Market Finds
  

Online Only

• Spirited Dining at Home
  Get Chef Willie White's recipe for Northern Alberta Whitefish Fillet and learn how to incorporate Alberta beer into your cooking this summer season.

• Butter It Up!
  Get a tried and true Taber corn recipe straight from the hands that pick them

• Off To Market
  find links and information on every certified farmers' market in Alberta

• Best of the Farm
  Here is a listing of u-picks and a few tips on what to keep in mind when u-picking this summer