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Living to 90 and beyond

The inspiring story of a Foodsmiths customer A.J. is a woman for all seasons. In the summer she loves to walk, swim and mow her lawn. In the winter, she cuts up wood for her wood stove and brings it in to feed the fire. She loves nature and goes for a forest walk everyday. All this at age 90. She stands up straight, a tall lady with energy and stamina, and lovely skin and hair."I look after my body." says A.J. "I'm active. I'm conscious of my posture. I make plans for my day, put together my own meals and read about current events in the Economist and Globe and Mail." "I also eat a plant-based diet." This was...

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Pure Anada

We are so happy to carry this line of cosmetics at Foodsmiths! About Pure AnadaAfter working in the beauty industry as a hairstylist, Candice (the founder) developed sensitivities to chemicals and products. She started exploring the cosmetic industry and was amazed to find many ingredients were not being tested for their long-term damage to us. Candice began making products in her kitchen for herself, family and friends and saw the demand for natural cosmetics. Now she has a flourishing line of natural cosmetics that are clean, free from allergens and are not tested on animals! They have truly Canadian branding, starting with the name Pure Anada, that is a derivative, of our country’s name – Canada.Their packaging features floral graphics...

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Love Local: Sylvia's 4th Line Florals

Sylvia’s 4th Line Florals is a flower farm and florist outside of Perth that grows flowers and woody plants on over 3 acres of cultivated land. Most of the work in the field is done by hand, from planting to weeding to harvesting. Sylvia’s flowers are famous for their uniqueness, artistic expression, and long vase life. Sylvia’s flower bouquets arrive at Foodsmiths beginning in May with exotic tulips. As summer goes on, the bouquets reflect the breathtaking beauty of seasonal blossoms and the uncanny artistry that goes into every one of Sylvia’s arrangements. Enjoy a long-lasting bouquet this summer!

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Love Local: Loon Kombucha

The feeling at the lake is blissful and revitalizing... the fresh air that smells of pine, the loons singing at dusk. Simply being here makes us feel better. Why is that? Loon Kombucha is uniquely pure. Founded in Canadian cottage country, their kombucha is cold brewed in alkaline water for a pure and refreshing taste - while teeming with beneficial gut bacteria. Need a moment of calm? Loon revives and refreshes like an escape to the cottage. In April 2016, Gabe Johnston founded Loon Kombucha in the cottage built by his grandfather in the 1960s, located on Otty Lake just south of Perth, Ontario. Knowing that almost all commercial kombucha has a harsh taste caused by hot-brewing de-mineralized city water,...

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