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As crisp autumn air starts to sweep across the countryside, Norfolk County transforms into a spectacular canvas of golden yellows, fiery reds, and warm oranges. For residents of Ontario’s Garden, fall marks the most rewarding season of the year—a perfect time to celebrate the incredible harvest bounty available right in our backyard.
The first apples of the season are now ready for picking across the county, their sweet crunch promising months of fresh eating ahead. These autumn treasures are just the beginning of what promises to be another outstanding harvest season in our fertile region. Visit local orchards where you can choose from an incredible variety of apples while enjoying the stunning fall colours and connecting directly with where your food comes from.
Meanwhile, Norfolk’s pumpkin patches are bursting with orange giants perfect for carving, baking, and decorating. Local farms offer everything from tiny decorative gourds to massive jack-o’-lantern pumpkins. Don’t forget about winter squash varieties like butternut, acorn, and delicata—perfect for warming fall soups and roasted veggie sides.
Our local farmers’ markets are now overflowing with autumn’s best offerings as harvest season peaks.
Fresh corn, potatoes, carrots, beets, onions, and leafy greens are now available alongside late-season tomatoes and peppers
Local restaurants have embraced the season with hearty menus featuring Norfolk’s harvest bounty. Look for special pumpkin dishes, apple desserts, and warming comfort foods that celebrate our agricultural abundance. Our local breweries offer seasonal ales perfect for crisp autumn evenings. Their welcoming tasting rooms provide the ideal spot to sample locally-crafted brews while supporting Norfolk’s agricultural community.
As residents of Ontario’s Garden, we have amazing access to some of the freshest, most flavourful fall produce in the province. This autumn, embrace our agricultural heritage by visiting a pumpkin patch, exploring a vineyard, or dining at a restaurant that showcases local ingredients. The spectacular fall colours across our countryside make every farm visit a scenic adventure.
Download the Visit Norfolk app at ExperienceNorfolk.ca for an interactive map of farmgate stands, wineries, breweries, and restaurants featuring local fare. Discover the full beauty of Norfolk’s fall harvest season!
Download the Visit Norfolk app at ExperienceNorfolk.ca to plan your next adventure in Ontario’s Garden this fall.
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