It’s five o’clock somewhere

We’ve been working hard in the fields and some of that hard work has been turned into something refreshing. Our friends at Riot Brewing Co. have concocted a delightfully refreshing Black Currant Blonde Ale, crafted with our berries. It’s slightly tart with a refreshing fruity finish – the perfect way to end a long day. […]

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Market Update

We’re so excited to announce that we’ll have Black Currant Scones again at the Saturday market!!! We’ve partnered with Sidney Scones (check her out on Instagram, you’ll be drooling!) and we’re happy to say we’ll have these beautiful scones every Saturday at the Peninsula Country Market, 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Saanich Fairgrounds. […]

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Island Mavins Handmade and Vintage Market

You can find your Favourite Farm Girl this weekend at the fifth annual Island Mavins Handmade and Vintage Market. The market is Saturday (July 22) from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Sunday (July 23) from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Boganes Farm, 2734 Island View Rd., in Saanichton. The cost of admission […]

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Crop Update

We’re officially picking! While we may have just started – and some of our varieties aren’t quite ready just yet – that doesn’t mean you should wait to give us a call because our fresh fruit goes quickly! If you would like to place an order for fresh currants (black, red, white), gooseberries (red, green), […]

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Market Update

We’re starting to see some colour in those berry rows! We’ll be at the Peninsula Country Market today from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Saanich Fairground, 1528 Stelly’s Cross Rd., in Central Saanich, so don’t forget to drop by and see your Favourite Farm Girl while you’re out celebrating Canada’s 150th. We’ll have […]

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Art in the Vineyard

Don’t miss your Favourite Farm Girl this weekend at Art in the Vineyard! Hosted by the Prospect Lake District Community Association this event takes place Saturday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Starling Lane Winery, 5271 Old W Saanich Rd., and features a wide range of vendors including yours truly! There’s sure to be something […]

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Cherry update

The cherries aren’t quite ready but they are on track for early July. We’ll keep you posted and if you see our red and white cherry signs around Saanichton, then you know the stand is open with these tasty delights.

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The buzz from the field

The bees on the farm have been busy these past several weeks and they’ve also been on the move. We found them swarming yesterday, the second time this season they’ve decided to take flight. If you’ve ever been in the midst of a swarm it sure is something to see…   Don’t worry, the bees […]

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