6 delicious local products that are ideal for summer snacking, road trips and more

Summer is made for good times: backyard barbeques, long afternoons beside the pool, hiking at the local conservation area, weekend trips to the lake, camping and of course, the classic Canadian road trip. No matter how you’re spending July and August, you’ll be busy—and hungry, we bet. So, let’s get prepared!

Here are six delicious, high quality local products that are ideal for camping, taking on your summer road trip or simply enjoying as a snack. Olliffe has everything you need and more in our Yonge Street butcher shop—please stop by or place an online order. We look forward to serving you.

Bayfield Provisions granola

We love this incredible small batch granola made in Bayfield, Ontario—it’s perfect for breakfast or snacking. You can add a handful of this granola to a cup of Greek yogurt or chia pudding, throw it on top of a homemade smoothie bowl, enjoy it with a bit of milk or eat it straight from the box. There are a variety of delectable flavours to choose from—they’re all amazing, so try them all and discover your favourite.

Little VG pepperettes

Made by our friends at VG Meats, these small, snackable pepperettes are absolutely delicious. Made with high quality Ontario pork, they’re perfectly salty and savoury. Try our original, hot or jalapeno varieties! Because this product doesn’t need to be refrigerated, they’re perfect for enjoying in the car on those long road trips. (Though if you’ll be leaving them in your car while hiking or if your car isn’t air-conditioned, you should definitely keep them in a cooler.)

Country Flavour preserves

This local vendor makes traditional preserves that are delicious, versatile and high quality. Grab some preserved peaches or pears, a jar of homestyle strawberry jam or zesty zucchini relish, some flavourful salsa or another delicious item. We have a variety of Country Flavour products available in store—add them to your cooler for a serving of fresh, nutritious goodness on your summer adventures!

Jewels Under The Kilt

Nuts are an ideal camping or road trip snack because they’re filling, nutritious, tasty and easy to travel with. Plus, they offer protein and fibre (even when you add a bit of salt and sugar to the mix). Olliffe is pleased to carry a selection of high quality roasted nuts and snack mixes from local vendor Jewels Under The Kilt. Choose from pear ginger walnuts, apple pie pecans, roasted mixed nuts, espresso hazelnuts and more.

Turkey kielbasa

You loved this as a kid, and we bet you still love it now! Slice up some delicious turkey kielbasa for an easy, delicious snack that’s packed with lean protein. Add some sliced cheese and a container of fresh fruit to the same cooler and you’ve got charcuterie on-the-go! If your family uses a Snackle Box on the road, it’s the perfect vessel for this sort of snack (and others on this list). This tasty turkey kielbasa is available in stores and online.

The County Bounty artisanal beverages

You might be craving something sweet and refreshing to drink on the road or at your campsite, but you don’t want to load up on sugary drinks all day long. We get it, and we have a suggestion—grab some amazing artisanal soda or full moon water from The County Bounty Artisanal Soda Co. They’re all natural, low sugar, and made in southern Ontario using high quality local ingredients. Rowe Farms is pleased to carry this product online and in store—enjoy!

Safe travels (and happy snacking)

Thanks as always for shopping local and supporting our family-owned, independent, proudly Canadian business. We’re grateful to have been a part of the Rosedale community since 1975! In addition to these awesome products, Olliffe has high quality local produce, fresh bread, snacks, pantry staples, condiments, spices and more. If there’s anything you can’t find in store or online, please ask our staff for assistance. We’d be glad to help.