Somewhere along the way, luxury became about exclusivity.

High price tags. Imported labels. Tiny portions on oversized plates.

But what if we’ve had it wrong?
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What if real luxury is found in something as simple as a tomato that tastes like the sun it grew under? Or eggs with yolks so yellow you pause for a second to decide if you'd call it ochre or goldenrod? Maybe it's a slab of bacon from a farm 20 minutes down the road, where the animals are raised with care, not just for product—but for process, too.

​If you’ve wandered through the market and found yourself drawn to a table filled with carved lighthouses, mushroom clusters, and whimsical forest scenes, chances are you’ve met Max of Maxwoods.

​If you’ve stopped by the Horton Farmers Market, you’ve seen the cheerful and inviting trailer set-up, complete with patio seating and flower centerpieces. A colourful spot to grab some delightful dog treats with equally delightful names. The face behind the booth is Rebecca, and despite being just seven months into the business, Fergielicious has become
a fixture at the Horton Farmers’ Market. 

​There is something magical about summer picnics, whether you’re lounging at Pinafore Park or spreading out your picnic blanket at Waterworks, a thoughtfully packed picnic basket can make a sunny afternoon a special event.

​In the tiny village of Crampton, a church-turned-home by Arthur and Sharon Murray serves as
the headquarters of Herb 4350. Their modest side yard, humble in size but well optimized, is
home to most herbs you can think of, including unique offerings in their potager and petal
gardens.

You know that feeling, tasting something in season and it tastes the way that it is supposed to. An example we can all agree on is something like a strawberry that when in season, truly tastes like a strawberry, nothing like the bland watery ones you might find in the middle of winter. The magic of seasonal eating is that it does not just nourish your body, but it wakes up your senses. ​

​When you stumble upon Sippin’ Tea at a market, you might be drawn in by Paula’s warm smile and her neatly presented and carefully curated selection of teas.

​Down a narrow winding road, across a bridge that crosses Otter Creek in historic Vienna, eventually you will come across a farm framed by pines in the distance. Much like the incognito operations of prohibition—you would have no idea this was a distillery, besides the sign, and their iconic little blue van parked out front. In their barn is a hidden little speakeasy where they would gladly pour you a drink and tell their story. 

​Every Saturday at the Horton Farmers Market you’ll find a cozy red trailer. The source of a familiar aroma, freshly roasted beans and brewed coffee. When you meet Jon for the first time, you can tell he’s built this business on passion and determination. The Union General Coffee Co. was born out of a love for the craft of coffee. 

​Agrobiodiversity is the foundation of our global food systems. This includes various plants, animals, and microorganisms used for food and agriculture. There are different types of biodiversity: ecosystem diversity (among environments), species diversity (among species), and genetic diversity (within species). Agricultural biodiversity is not just important to our global food security. It also enables nutritionally balanced diets, supports pollination and soil fertility, and provides resilience against pests, diseases, and environmental change.