For several years, my partner and I used to open up a marina during the winter for special dinners, brunches and lunches. They became so popular that we would be sold out within a day or two of advertising the event. We didn’t have a liquor license, but folks would bring their own if they…
Category: Meats
Roast Chicken
For many years we raised our own meat birds. We’d do 50 at a time, raise them on a vegetarian diet, with greens added, and could expect 8 – 10 lb. birds in a couple of months. We had a chick room, and a finishing room, and during the warmer months, both would be busy….
Pulled Pork
We used to raise pigs. We started with two, Murdoch and Ogilvie. Each year they would arrive in the spring, and be butchered in the late fall. The next spring we’d go pick up that year’s version. And so on. Until we decided three would be better. The third became McIntyre, named for our dear…
Clay Baker Chicken
When my parents first moved to Thetis in the late 70’s, after having summered on the island since the early 60’s, they moved into a small trailer while they built their home. They also built small chicken & duck houses, and bought chickens and ducks, a few at a time, ‘til they had a flock. …
Applesauce Topped Meatloaf
I plan to make this for our community’s next Senior’s Dinner. It’s just as fun to serve them a Blue Plate Special, as it is a fancier meal. This loaf’s added treat of a slightly sweet & sour applesauce topping, keeps it light. It doesn’t need gravy, just a few brightly coloured vegetables to even…
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