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Calling all pumpkin lovers! This Creamy Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal recipe is a perfect breakfast idea for those chilly autumn mornings. Learn more: bit.ly/3DBT3fC

In BC, there are a lot of family farms like ours that work really hard to look after the animals, and produce a really good quality, healthy product. We’re really proud of what we do. - Belinda Arpagaus, a fifth-generation dairy farmer from Enderby, BC. Old and new world techniques come together where she and her husband, Robin, milk their 75 cow herd of French Montbéliarde cows, a shorter and stockier breed than the Holstein or Jersey breed typically found on Canadian dairy farms. Learn more about Belinda's story: bit.ly/2YMcPpK

Have you tried homemade yogurt? It's creamy, delicious and made with a few simple ingredients. Try it for yourself! bit.ly/3iFftVh

Thanksgiving leftovers get an upgrade in this turkey and sweet potato chili. Sprinkle with white cheddar cheese to get a sharp and creamy flavour. Learn more: bit.ly/3leh06y

Giving thanks for family, friends, and the meals that bring us closer together. What are you grateful for? Let us know.

Because it's soup season: here are four of our favourite warming and soothing soup recipes! Which one would you like to try?

Are you getting enough calcium in your diet? Download the free Calcium Calculator app to track your calcium intake. You'll also learn more about calcium-rich foods and ideas for how to use them.

For a night when you're craving something cheesy, warm, and comforting: homemade fondue! Check out this month's Dairy Farmers of Ontario Milk Calendar recipe.

With Halloween just a few days away, one common question is popping up for many parents. What to do with all the candy? Check out what child feeding expert Ellyn Satter has to say:

Introducing BC’s newest cheesemakers: Creekside Cheese + Creamery If you’ve followed along here for a while, you may already know Julaine and Johannes Treur and their five children. The Treurs are proud Canadian dairy farmers located in Agassiz, BC, where they milk 120 cows on their farm: Creekside Dairy. The Treurs are passionate about making the distance from farm to fork as short as possible, so they’re thrilled to be launching their very own certified organic dairy p...roducts for purchase directly from their farm store - coming soon! The Treurs regularly share about their life and work on the farm, and are committed to sharing how they produce the foods you love. You can follow along on their journey to becoming cheesemakers as they begin construction on their cheese and creamery building! Be the first to know when their cheese is available and give them a follow at Creekside Cheese + Creamery. To learn more about the variety of delicious cheeses made in BC, visit www.perfectpairings.ca

With so many different types of yogurt available, it's easy to get confused. Learn about the differences between the styles here:

November is Osteoporosis Awareness Month. Read about eight ways to reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis:

Just in time for harvest home cooking! Watch as award-winning author, Jennifer Schell demonstrates how to make a cheesy pizza inspired by local ingredients and paired with BC Wine. Find more Perfect Pairing recipes: https://bit.ly/37nQGAz Wines of British Columbia Upper Bench Estate Winery... #BCSips&Trips #BCHarvest #BCWine #ExploreBC

"For our family, the most important thing about farming is the combination of caring for our cows, and the pleasure of feeding people safe, affordable food." - David Van Keulen, BC Dairy Farmer. Get to know David and the Van Keulen family behind Donia Farms in Surrey, BC!

With Diwali only a few days away, we're sharing one of our favourite recipes: Kheer! It's similar to rice pudding and can be garnished with any assortment of nuts, dried fruit or even a bit of chopped dark chocolate.

Here's your chance to experience the products of local cheesemakers, craft brewers, cider meaders, and vintners. On November 14th, join Canada's Cheese Ambassador David Beaudoin for an amazing virtual BC Cheese seminar. Just purchase the tasting box which includes 7 BC cheeses, drinks and accompaniments - available in sizes for 3 or 6 people. An event invitation link will be sent to you after your purchase. Be sure to purchase your box before November 9th to ensure proper ti...me for delivery! Note: If you live in BC, your box can be shipped for a fee of $38, and if you live in between Armstrong and West Kelowna, your box will be delivered to your nearest drop off location or to your door. Purchase your tasting box here: https://bit.ly/3p7MECs

Craving some ice cream? Here's how to make your own with just six ingredients:

Warm, hearty, and packed full of autumn flavours - this breakfast recipe is a winner!

Support your local cheesemakers and discover the perfection of BC cheese. Gort’s Gouda Cheese Farm was started by the Gort family over 35 years ago; they have been known for their Gouda cheese ever since. The Wikkerink family have now owned the business for 13 years and introduced their farm name: Grass Root Dairies in the spring of 2014. All of their artisan cheese is made from their cows that are fed a 100% grass diet and follow organic principles. Grass Root Dairies ...is proud to produce local BC dairy products and contribute to the tourism industry in the Okanagan. They offer a variety of cheeses including Gouda, Maasdammer, Mazuda and Beaufort. Order cheese and other products directly from their website: www.grassrootdairies.com/shop You can also visit Grass Root Dairies' cheese shop in Salmon Arm, BC! Address: 1470 50 St SW, Salmon Arm Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:30 am to 5 pm Learn more about BC cheese at www.perfectpairings.ca

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We all know that BC cheese and wine pair perfectly together. Whether they’re complementary or contrasting, mild or intense, each of these combinations is a perfect taste experience. Here are some tips on how to make the most out of your next cheese and wine tasting. Wines of British Columbia #BCSips&Trips #BCHarvest #BCWine #ExploreBC

A quick meal with plenty of leftovers to enjoy throughout the week = chili! Check out this one-pot version below.

Which foods contain prebiotics and what are the health benefits of them? Check out our article to find out.

Whether it's the cream in your coffee, the cheese on your pizza or the milk in your rice pudding - farmers inspire many of the dishes we create and get to enjoy! Just take a look at this delicious Indian Cardamom Rice Pudding recipe created by chef Meeru Dhalwala after her visit with BC dairy farmer Holger Schwichtenberg. To celebrate local farmers and all of the delicious dishes they inspire, We Heart Local BC is running a giveaway over on their page. Head on over and enter to win an Instant Pot + $50 Save-On-Foods gift card! Contest post and details here: https://bit.ly/3dqDQCq

Looking for meal inspiration this weekend? Watch as Jennifer Schell prepares her famous scallop dish accompanied by local cheese and wine. Wines of British Columbia #BCHarvest #BCWine #ExploreBC #BCSips&Trips

It's irresistible. It's delicious. It's BC cheese. Tanto Latte Cheese is a family-owned Italian cheese producer and market located in Salmon Arm, BC. The company founder, Luigi Ornaghi, is an Italian cheesemaker with over five years of experience in artisanal dairy production. He is also an international executive chef with over 20 years of experience in the food industry. Tanto Latte’s main product is the world-renowned fresh bocconcini mozzarella the perfect topping ...for pizza, or as a delicious fresh ingredient for sandwiches, salads and many other meals. In addition to mozzarella, Tanto Latte produces a variety of other fresh cheeses such as Stracchino, Burrata, and Ricotta (an Italy-wide favourite). Tanto Latte also produces aged cheeses including Provolone and Caciotta. Find Tanto Latte's products in a store near you: https://www.tantolattecheese.ca/where-to-buy/ Visit Tanto Latte's cheese factory and Italian market in Salmon Arm BC. Here you can find fresh cheese made daily for local customers, retailers and wholesalers. Address: 1481 10 Ave SW, Salmon Arm Hours: Thursday to Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm Learn more about BC cheese at www.perfectpairings.ca

Switch up that traditional Thanksgiving dinner this year with this recipe for Tandoori Turkey with Mashed Yams! The turkey is marinated in yogurt and delicious tandoori paste for a burst of flavour. Recipe below.