The Garden Stand

09/16/2024

September Newletter!

Fish 'n' Chip Nights Resume! Fish and chip takeout nights are resuming on Friday, October 4th & 18th! To place an order, call 519-390-0808, or visit our website!

09/12/2024

You can find our fresh Salads over at Nith Valley Butcher & Deli ! 🤗

09/11/2024

Our prepared meals are so damn convenient!

Several options to choose from that also accommodate dietary restrictions such as gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, or vegan.

Our chefs are preparing fresh salads, dips, soups, dinners, and desserts on a daily basis. And with our constant rotating store menu, our fridges & freezers always have something special for everyone’s wants & needs!

Shop Local ✌🏻
📸: Chicken Peppercorn Tender Dinner w Mashed Potatoes & Roasted Root Vegetables

08/29/2024

• LONG WEEKEND LOADING •

Store menu is packed with all your favourite snacks & more!

Come beat the rush 🤗

08/27/2024

Just around the corner folks! 🤗

This is where our prepared meals really come in handy for the kiddos, mom & dad.

Looking for better snacks for school or work lunches? ⤵️
• Roasted Garlic or Dill Pickle Hummus with crackers or veggies
• Smoked Chicken Cranberry Salad
• Macaroni or Greek Pasta Salad
• Vegetarian Springrolls
• Peaches & Cream Cold Soup
• Keto Fat Bombs
• 📸: Energy Bites

See you soon! 👋🏻

08/24/2024

If I had my little way, I’d eat peaches every day 🍑 🎶

• PEACHES & CREAM COLD SOUP •

Summer ain’t over yet, new cold soup flavour just hit the fridges 🤗

Happy Saturday!

08/23/2024

The Garden Stand: Summer Updates

Hello, loyal subscribers, clients, friends and family, Welcome to our end of summer newsletter!

08/22/2024

• THE GARDEN STAND •

Where food & friends come together 🫶🏻

Celebrate a beautiful weekend with delicious, local food!

• Curried Chickpea Salad
• Greek Pasta Salad
• Vegetarian Springrolls
• Smoked Chicken Cranberry Salad
• Dill Pickle Hummus
• Grilled Salmon Dinners
• ‘AAA’ Shaved Sirloin Dinners
• Dips, Dressings, & Preserves
• & More!

08/17/2024

VROOMING into the weekend like 🚗💨

If you’re out & about, don’t forget to checkout the famous today/tomorrow.

The worlds LARGEST Car Show 🤯

And if you get the itch for something delicious, we are only just around the corner with an amazing selection to choose from.

All foodies are welcome! 🤗

Happy Saturday ❤️

Saturday 10-6
Sunday 10-4

08/14/2024

This week, our Alumni spotlight is on Adam Brenner, Class of 2006. Check out our most recent blog feature to learn more about Chef Adam and his thriving local catering business and retail store in New Hamburg, Ontario. Plus, we're sharing a timeless dessert recipe from Stratford Chefs School!
👇️ 👇️ 👇️ Link to blog feature in the comments below.👇️ 👇️ 👇️

Destination Stratford Perth County Tourism Downtown Stratford BIA The Garden Stand

08/10/2024

New flavour! 🐝

• BLEND •

Made with unpasteurized honey and combined with dried fruiting body mushrooms.

🍄‍🟫 Maitake
🍄‍🟫 Lion’s Mane
🍄‍🟫 Shiitake

Scientifically crafted and known for their anti-inflammatories, supporting the immune system, medicinal properties, and packed with vitamins & minerals!

“but how would I use this product at home?”
👉🏻 Mushroom Honey is an excellent base for soups, stews, or sautéing!

With Fall around the corner, this is a pantry must have. Having access to local honey comes with endless benefits so make sure to always have some on hand!

If mushrooms aren’t your thang, our store carries many delicious spiced & fruity blends as well, come check it out! 🍯

08/09/2024

Hello Friday, Welcome back 💖

What is on the Store Menu this weekend?

✨ Peppercorn or Mushroom Chicken Dinners
✨ Carrot Ginger Soup
✨ Roasted Garlic Hummus
✨ Potato & Egg Salad
✨ Greek Pasta Salad
✨ Strawberry Lavender Cold Soup
✨ Ham & Swiss Quiche

& much, much more!

Ps. Did you know our prepared meals are bbq safe? What a perfect option for the cottage, camping, or a sunny backyard hangout!

📸: Vegetarian Springrolls (store favourite, gf, df, vegan)

Happy Friday! 🤗

08/07/2024

🌈 SUMMER LUNCH COMBOS ☀️

Move over Pb & J, it’s time for something YUMMY! 😋

Our store has a delicious & fresh variety that make the perfect lunch time snack!

Items such as ⤵️
• Curried Chickpea Salad (gf,df,vegan)
• Greek Pasta Salad
• Potato & Egg Salad (gf, df)
• Macaroni Salad
• Strawberry Lavender Cold Soup (gf)
• House Made Focaccia Bread
• Vegetarian Springrolls (gf, df, vegan)
• Dill Pickle Hummus (gf, df)
• Everything Dip (gf)
• Roasted Garlic Hummus (gf, df)

Available while quantities last ⤵️
📸: Roast Beef Crepes with a dill cream cheese
📸: Smoked Chicken Cranberry Salad

Better hurry! 🤗

08/01/2024

You can’t buy happiness but you can be the favourite bbq guest 😉

Our appetizers, dips, and preserves are exactly what your weekend plans need!

Friendly reminder that our store is CLOSED on Monday August 5th.

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07/26/2024

This weekend’s forecast calls for PARTY SNACKS & DIPS! ☀️🌈

• Charred Pineapple & Mango Salsa
• Dill Pickle Hummus
• Everything Dip
• Deep Fried Cheese
• Beet Hummus
• Roasted Garlic Dip
• Spanakopita

Chilling & Grilling? Don’t forget the Zucchini or Cucumber Relish, AB Ketchup, and Fresh Salads!

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07/23/2024

A summer store favourite!

• gluten free
• dairy free
• vegetarian & vegan

Pairs excellent with our Curried Chickpea Salad, Strawberry Lavender Cold Soup, or Energy Bites!

07/19/2024

Happy Friday! 🤗

In the summer our prepared meals are the perfect option to bring up to the cottage, camping, or your bbq at home!

See you soon 👋🏻

Friday 10-8
Saturday 10-6
Sunday 10-4

07/18/2024

Hey Beet Freaks 👋🏻

Beet Hummus just hit the fridge for ya!

Available while quantities last 😌

07/12/2024

Firing up the grill this weekend? 🔥

We’ve got the perfect combo for that!

DRESSINGS 🌱
• Caesar
• Maple Vinaigrette
• Waterlot House
• Cilantro Ginger Citrus Vinaigrette

SALADS 🌱
• Potato & Egg Salad
• Greek Pasta Salad
• Smoked Chicken Cranberry Salad
• Macaroni Salad
• Curried Chickpea Salad
• Coleslaw

DIPS 🌱
• Roasted Garlic Hummus
• Dill Pickle Hummus
• Everything Dip
• Dill Dip
• Chipotle Dip
• Roasted Garlic Dip

It’s time to elevate your Friday Night Dinner Menu, ✌🏻

07/10/2024

• Cordon Bleu •

Panko crusted, ham & swiss stuffed chicken breast, garlic mashed potatoes, roasted root vegetables infused with maple & thyme, topped with a roasted red pepper sauce.

Your Wednesday just got a whole lot better folks, see you soon! 🤗

07/06/2024

The sun is shinning and the weather is here!

What a perfect excuse for a bbq 🔥

Come grab your Fresh Salads while quantities last ⤵️
🌱 Macaroni Salad
🌱 Potato & Egg Salad (gf, df)
🌱 Coleslaw (gf, df)
🌱 Curried Chickpea (v, gf, df)
🌱 Greek Pasta Salad
🌱 Vegetarian Springrolls (v, gf, df)
🌱 Smoked Chicken Cranberry Salad (gf, df)

Oh! And don’t forget our famous AB zucchini relish & Ketchup! 😋

Saturday: 10-6
Sunday: 10-4

See you soon! 👋🏻

07/03/2024

Pucker up and embrace the Pickle life 🥒🙃

If you love local then you’ll love our famous variety of preserves! ⤵️

• Pickled Beets
• Bread and Butter Pickles
• Hot Pickled Peppers
• Spicy Pickled Beans
• Spicy Dill Pickles
• Red Pepper Jelly
• Jalapeño Jelly
• Zucchini Relish
• Salsa
• Ketchup

📸: Dill Pickles

Happy Wednesday! 😘

07/01/2024

TGS: July Updates

Happy July, friends, family, and customers! We hope you are all staying cool and dry and making the most of this incredible weather! Store Hours: Monday: 10-6 Tuesday-Friday: 10-8 Saturday: 10-6 Sunday: 10-4

06/27/2024

Hello long weekend, please stay as long as you’d like 😌💕

Our store is the perfect place for your summer bbq’s, last minute get togethers, and family pot lucks.

We’ve got delicious Salads, Dips, and Sides to help take the pressure off so you can actually put those feet up and enjoy the weekend for once!

Popular seasonal items such as ⤵️

• Potato & Egg Salad
• Coleslaw
• Greek Pasta Salad
• Curried Chickpea Salad
• Roasted Garlic or Dill Pickle Hummus
• Everything Dip
• Pulled Pork
• Meat Lasagna
• Smoked Chicken Cranberry Salad
• Roasted Root Vegetables
• Mashed or Scallop Potatoes
• House Vinaigrettes
• Zucchini Relish, AB Ketchup, or Pickled Beets

🇨🇦 Wishing everyone a happy & safe Canada Day Long Weekend! 🇨🇦

06/23/2024

✨ TIP OF THE DAY ✨

Did you know we are open 7 days a week?!

Sunday & Mondays are easy VIP parking & accessibility for you to support your favourite Food Shop! 😎

• Prepared Meals (bbq safe!)
• Fresh Salads, Dips, & Soups
• Desserts
• Preserves
• Local Vendors & More!

Sunday 10-4
Monday 10-6

06/20/2024

🥑 TACO FRIDAY🌶️

• Pulled Pork
• Chipotle
• Chef Salsa
• Smoked Cheddar
• Coleslaw

☎️: 519-390-0808
Please call to reserve dinner orders for Friday June 21st!

06/14/2024

⚾️ FATHER’S DAY STORE MENU 🏈

One thing all Dads have in common is their love for SNACKS 🤪
Don’t forget to swing by the store for their favourite goodies this weekend!

Local Vendor Gift Ideas ⤵️
• & New sets
• Pepperettes
• Beef jerky & Pickled Sausage
• Curds
• & Many more choices..

Our prepared fresh or frozen meals, house made preserves, Gift Certificates, or AB Swag are also a big hit!

Friday 10-8
Saturday 10-6
Sunday 10-4

06/12/2024

🍟 Life is batter with Fish & Chips 🫧🐟

• FRIDAY JUNE 14th •
A final round of our delicious hot take away, So don’t miss out this time!
PRE ORDER ☎️: 519-390-0808

Our team has already dove into a thick Wedding Season which has caused our Fish & Chip Nights to pause for a little bit throughout the summer.. (stay tuned for further updates!) ⚠️

Fresh Salmon Dinners & Chowder are making their way to the fridges just in time for Father’s Day as well as many other scrumptious choices such as Meat Lasagna or Smoked Honey Garlic Sausage Dinners! 😋

Spoil Dad while supporting local 🩵

05/24/2024

Did you know that calories don’t count on the weekend? 😉

It’s time to splurge and spoil yourself after a hard, long work week.

Our salads and dips are in full swing but our prepared meals to go are also perfect for that bbq or camping weather 😎☀️

Looking for food suggestions now that the beautiful weather has arrived? Check in with our lovely staff who are happy to help you out, as long as you’re okay with being the most popular one at the party (thanks to us) 😏😏😏

Cheers!

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05/23/2024

Buddha Bowls for Buddha Bellies 😍🌱🌈

📸: Featuring our famous Charred Pineapple & Mango Salsa (available while quantities last) and Curried Chickpea Salad
📸: Strawberry Lavender Cold Soup

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