Product Spotlight: Springbrook Cranberries Springbrook Cranberry Farm is a family owned operation in New Brunswick. They have supplied The Big Carrot with juice as well as fresh and dried cranberries for many years. We asked them to tell us what it’s like to be...
The Big Carrot Milk Buying Guide Got Milk? We sure do and now we have a great Milk Buying Guide too! There are many divided opinions about the benefits of milk from ruminant animals but for those who do enjoy their dairy fresh from the cow (or ewe or goat) this guide...
Launching March 1st – Localize: an exciting new way to find local products and support local businesses at The Big Carrot. Long before the rise of farmers’ markets and niche food delivery services in Toronto, The Big Carrot has been the go-to-grocer for...
The Ontario Natural Food Co-op (ONFC) is a co-operative celebrating its 39th year in operation. It has a long history within the organic, natural and independent marketplace and is an industry leader within the sector. ONFC’s Mission is to proactively bring to market...
The Portlandia “Is it local?” sketch poked fun at our growing desire to know all we can about the foods we eat. In an effort to simplify your shopping at the Big Carrot we have created this awesome Meat Buying Guide (pst… there is one for eggs too). Although we won’t...
Glorious Ghee Don’t you just love when foods that feel like an indulgence are actually super healthy? My favourite new decadent health food is ghee. Read on for all you need to know about this beautiful butter fat. The What Ghee, a staple of Indian cooking and...
