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Saskatchewan - Always Serving Up Something Good
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- 24 Apr, 2023
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Welcome to the province of Saskatchewan, Canada – a place of breath-taking landscapes, wide-open spaces and hospitality that is second-to-none. This province is big – 651,900 km2, in fact, and has nearly 100,000 lakes and waterways. Natural beauty is not the only thing this province is known for though. Join us on a culinary journey of Saskatchewan, where food and drink abound, and you will find something good to eat around every corner!
Saskatoon Berry Pie
Looking for adventurous places to eat or local cuisine? Need something sweet to make the experience that much better? Try the saskatoon berry pie. This amazing treat is loved all throughout Saskatchewan. The fill of berry pie can alter mildly from place to place, with the main ingredients being saskatoon berries, water, sugar, corn-starch, and lemon juice. Berries are harvested mid- to late-July. Fresh picked, they are a delicious treat. They can also be frozen for supermarkets and retailers to sell year-round. These versatile and scrumptious berries can be made into many items, such as jams, syrups, or even slow gin! Saskatoon berry treats can be found on restaurant menus, at farmer’s markets and in shops throughout the province. These berries have a sweet, nutty almond flavour that will stimulate your pallet.
Bison Products
Bison ranches dot the province, and delicious products range from sausage to burgers to jerky, and more. Premium cuts are featured on some restaurant menus, and ground bison can add flare to comfort foods like chili, tacos, and other dishes.
Mushrooms
Did you know that over 450 different species of mushrooms grow in Saskatchewan? Although there are species that shouldn’t be eaten, chefs know the ones that can be and love to incorporate the tasty morsels into tantalizing dishes. In particular, morel mushrooms are a prized delicacy found in Saskatchewan’s forests. Chefs delight in this bounty and transform dishes using these simple, yet heathy and flavourful ingredients. You will not have to look far before finding restaurants, like Hearth in Saskatoon, that readily serve up amazing mushroom dishes.
Mead
Everyone knows the importance of bees for pollination and honey production but do you know the tasty libation that can be produced from the golden liquid? Prairie Bee Meadery, located in Moose Jaw, is Saskatchewan's first craft meadery. Honey is crafted into a delicate, fruity wine, suitable for sipping on those hot Saskatchewan summer days. Many of the fruits in Prairie Bee wines are grown on their Saskatchewan farm. Prairie Bee products have finishes that range from sweet to dry – truly a treasure for every palate and a must stop if you are in Moose Jaw.
Indigenous Cuisine
Thoughtfully prepared cuisine is exactly what you will find at Wanuskewin Heritage Park, where you can enjoy traditional Indigenous dishes with a contemporary twist. Made with the freshest local ingredients, menu items at the onsite restaurant include Goose soup, Three Sisters chili, bison stew and even a wild rice falafel burger. Experience first-hand why the restaurant was named one of the top ten Indigenous restaurants in Canada by Food Network Canada. If you are looking for a truly unique summer experience, take in an outdoor Han Wi Moon dinner – a celebration of the Northern Plains people, landscape, ingredients, and culture.
Saskatchewan has many roads that lead from one adventure to the next. Plan to visit often to try all the amazing restaurants, farmers’ markets, breweries, and distilleries along the way. You and your tastebuds will be glad you did! Intrigued by Saskatchewan? Ring Canada As You Like It today.
In the northwest of Canada where eighty percent of the area
is wilderness, lies the Yukon. With friendly locals, wildlife to observe,
activities to immerse yourself in and fascinating history to explore, this destination makes
for the perfect fly-drive holiday.
Lace up your boots and hit the back country. With trails at your doorstep for exploring, hiking is the best way of seeing the province on a fly drive holiday. There are areas suitable for all levels of hiking, from the congenial leisure walk to the avid hiker. Head to Saskatoon at the Meewasin Valley, this area offers over 105 km of trails across 67 square km of land. It provides year-round adventure and sightseeing opportunities in the heart of beautiful Saskatoon. Benefit from the well-maintained, multi-use pathways to cycle, jog or walk the scenic riverbank trails. Sections of the Meewasin Trail are also part of the Trans Canada Trail which extends almost 24,000 km across Canada from coast to coast. Keen for a challenge? Look at some of the best back country hiking at places like Prince Albert National Park, Lac La Ronge, Meadow Lake- and Narrow Hills Provincial Park in the north or Grasslands National Park and Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park in the south.
With three different water ways and an UNESCO heritage site, Ottawa is the place to explore. Take a trip down the Rideau Canal or explore the ByWard market. Walk along Parliament Hill and through acres of woodland and royal trees planted by dignitaries.
Imagine swimming thousands of miles to find that special someone. Whales complete this every single year, known as a whale migration, to find suitable habitat for feeding and reproducing. In British Columbia, these stunning orcas, also known as killer whales, are a prominent site and seeing them is a once in a lifetime experience. As well as orcas, expect to find humpback whales, grey whales and minke whales. These amazing creatures call BC their home from April to October. When the sun is out the whales come to play. From tail flukes to pectoral slaps, go for a whale watching trip and you can bask in their playful nature and enjoy the sunset with a relaxing drink, perfect for families and solo travellers. You can also go paddleboarding with orcas for a unique perspective from the water to see these magnificent creatures. You must, of course, always keep four hundred metres away from them for their safety and yours.
Welcome to the fourth largest province in Canada. With five National Parks and six UNESCO Heritage sites, Alberta is a wonderful and varied place to visit. This blog will explore this great province and expose you to the unique qualities that make this area a location sure to be your next travel destination. A playground for outdoor adventure, popular summer activities include hiking, biking, horse riding, rafting, and fishing. As the seasons change and snow begins to fall, head to Alberta for world-class winter activities including skiing, snowboarding, dogsledding, snowshoeing, heli-skiing, ice climbing and more. From wildlife in the Rockies to Waterton Lakes National Park, and art and culture to explore, Alberta is a wonderland packed with options for every traveller.
Atlantic Canada is famous for its fresh and abundant seafood, from succulent lobster, to scallops, mussels, oysters and cod – but it offers so much more. Dine at a seaside restaurant, take a stroll through a local farmers' market, or take in one of the many culinary festivals. It’s truly a foodie’s paradise.
Here's a round up of a few amazing foodie events and experiences that we thought you might want to try:
Head to Northern Manitoba for a wild and exciting trip. Waterways provide refuge to an abundance of wildlife and the land holds the stories of Indigenous peoples.
Bear viewing
Reconnect with nature in BC and experience spectacular wildlife viewing in stunning landscapes.
Search for grizzly bears, black bears and the rare spirit bear in pristine river valleys in the Great Bear Rainforest. Spot whales, porpoise, sea lions and much more while exploring the Great Bear Sea.
Cubs emerge from their dens in early spring and by August they will be sniffing the beginnings of the great salmon run. Autumn is a feeding frenzy for wildlife. Eagles, seals, sea lions, wolves, whales and bears fill up on salmon for the long winter ahead.
Situated 70 kilometres north of Campbell River, and accessible by floatplane, Glendale Cove is home to one of the largest concentrations of grizzly (brown) bears in BC. In the peak autumn season when the salmon are returning to the river, it’s not uncommon for guests to see up to 40 bears from the viewing platforms. In spring and summer bear viewing is done from the water for a good view of the bears feeding and this is often the best time to see small cubs.