Summer Festivities at Mackintosh: Concert, Cider, and More!
As the days grow long and warm, our farm transforms into a hub of activity, inviting you to enjoy delicious farm-to-table treats, experience live music, and make unforgettable family memories amidst nature’s bounty.
Farm Adventures Await!
This July, our farm offers the freshest bounty of the season! While specific availability can vary, you’ll find an abundance of blueberries, blackberries along with the exciting arrival of various of goodies available in out market! Beyond the delicious fruits, we also offer a selection of fresh, in-season vegetables for your summer culinary creations and fresh flow PYO flowers.
From Farm to Fork: Delightful Berry Recipes
With our luscious blueberries and blackberries, fresh from the farm, the culinary possibilities are endless! Here are a few ideas to inspire your kitchen creations:
- Classic Berry Crisp: A simple yet satisfying dessert. Combine your fresh blueberries and blackberries with a touch of sugar and a squeeze of lemon juice. Top with a mixture of oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cold butter, then bake until bubbly and golden. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Refreshing Berry Smoothie: For a quick and healthy treat, blend fresh blueberries or blackberries with yogurt, a splash of milk (or a dairy-free alternative), and a hint of honey or maple syrup.
- Vibrant Berry Salad: Add a burst of freshness to your savory dishes! Toss mixed greens with fresh blueberries and blackberries, crumbled goat cheese, toasted pecans, and a light balsamic vinaigrette.
Explore the Delights of The Mackintosh Store
No visit to Mackintosh Fruit Farm is complete without a stop at our Market & Kitchen, where the goodness of our farm meets homemade delights. Our shelves are stocked with an array of tempting offerings:
- Freshly Baked Goods: Indulge in our famous cider donuts, alongside a rotating selection of fresh cookies, muffins, breads, and homemade pies, all baked using family-favorite recipes.
- Farm-Fresh Meals & Treats: Grab a delicious bite from our kitchen next door, or cool down with a refreshing smoothie or a scoop of soft-serve ice cream.
- Local & Gourmet Groceries: Discover a large selection of gourmet grocery items, prepared foods to go, artisan breads, gourmet cheeses, local honey and preserves, grass-fed meats, and free-range eggs.
- Handcrafted & Unique Finds: Browse beautiful local art and other handcrafted items, perfect for gifts or a special treat for yourself.
- Seasonal Plants: During the spring and summer, our greenhouses are filled with vibrant bedding plants, hanging baskets, and perennials to bring a piece of Mackintosh home.
Come and join us for a summer experience that delights all the senses – from the abundance of our fresh produce to the lively music in our Cider Room and the delicious tastes of our farm store. We can’t wait to welcome you!