At Farmway, our mission is simple: provide your family with delicious, locally raised Ontario meats that not only taste great but that you can feel great about. Vegetarians and vegans tend to be seen as the most ethical eaters, but today there’s no reason meat enthusiasts can’t be highly conscientious as well. You have many… Read More…
How To Fry The Perfect Local Ontario Beef Steak
For best results, keep your Ontario steaks in their vacuum packs and thaw overnight in your refrigerator. Use a skillet to fry your juicy local Ontario steaks. Pan Searing: Preheat pan over medium heat with small amounts of cooking oil. Season your local Ontario beef steak, as desired and turn according to the guidelines below. … Read More…
How To BBQ The Perfect Steak
For best results, keep your local Ontario beef steaks in vacuum packs and thaw overnight in your refrigerator. After cooking, allow the steaks to rest 3-5 minutes before serving. Verify the desired degree of doneness by using a meat thermometer. Gas Grill: Preheat grill to high, reduce to medium heat prior to cooking. Charcoal Grill: Sear… Read More…
Stop Wasting Food & Money! Learn What “Best Before” Labels Mean Before You Throw Food Away
Modern consumers are savvy: they want to save money, eat healthy foods, and live environmentally friendly lifestyles. It’s a tall order, but Ontario families are up to the challenge. However, the average Canadian wastes $1,777 per year in food (CBC), despite their best efforts to save money and prevent waste. According to the National Zero… Read More…
Meal Planning Cheat Sheet: Save Money & Eat Healthier!
When a new year rolls around, most people make goals to save money, eat better, and live a healthier lifestyle. But how do you bring those goals into reality? With a little planning, it’s actually easier than you think. One of the easiest ways to save money, eat better, and be healthier is learning how… Read More…
Meet Our Customers: Derek & Dianne in Guelph
Farmway Foods has been in business since 1991 and we’ve helped our customers across Ontario eat better quality foods, support local Ontario farms, and make meal planning easier! We had a chat with our 3-year customers, Derrick and Dianne in Guelph, to discover what they think about Farmway Foods. Why did you join Farmway Foods?… Read More…
How To Cook Local Ontario Meats for the Holidays
The holiday season is always bustling! Between gift shopping and special events, everyday chores like grocery shopping might be missed on your to-do list. But before you know it, your big family dinner will be around the corner. This is where Farmway Foods comes to the rescue with our meat delivery in Ontario! Our top-quality… Read More…
Defrosting 101: How to Defrost Your Local Ontario Meats
We want you to love your Farmway Foods products and enjoy sharing delicious meals with your family! Because our meats are quick-frozen and vacuum-packed, most of our products need to be properly defrosted before they can be enjoyed. That’s why we want to share the best way to defrost your local Ontario meats. How to Defrost… Read More…
Ontario Grass-Fed Beef: What it is & Why You Need it
If you’ve been researching the best type of meat to feed your family, you’ve probably heard about grass-fed beef. Maybe you also want to make more conscious choices, like avoiding factory farming and supporting local farmers. But with the wealth of information available on the internet, you might feel a bit confused about what all… Read More…
Oh Hay There… What do Grass-Fed Beef Eat in the Winter?
Grass-fed beef is a healthier option that Canadians are actively looking for. But when our Ontario pastures are covered in snow during the cold winter months, it’s not possible for cows to graze on fresh grass year-round. At Farmway Foods, we’re frequently asked this question: “What is grass-fed beef fed in the winter?’ We never… Read More…