Muskoka is home to endless natural beauty, providing the perfect backdrop for adventure or escape but while you’re here… Go Lightly. 
1. Local Grown Grocery
Located just off Highway 11 as you enter Huntsville, The Muskoka North Good Food Co-op is rooted in the principles of growing the local food system and community development. The Community Food Co-op is a one-stop-shop that is complete with a local foods-focused grocery market, fantastic eatery, catering services, good food learning & resource centre, community kitchen, and beautiful edible garden patio space. You don’t need to be a member to shop here, so come on out! Everyone is welcome.
If you’re exploring Bracebridge, check out the Muskoka Natural Food Market. The store is home to a massive living green wall that welcomes you into the space like a fresh hug from the great outdoors. Round the corner and the incredible smells of fresh baked goods and hearty home-cooked meals will lead you straight to the Deli Lama and Buddha’s Bakery.
Muskoka Lakes is home to Field of Greens in Port Carling serving up fresh local products, organic, gluten free, vegan and all natural products. Open seasonally with an assortment of prepared meals, produce and fresh bread made daily.
For nearly 20 years Farmer’s Daughter has been a staple in Huntsville. Located off Highway 60. They support local farmers and producers, with their products all handmade using only the best natural ingredients. Whether you are looking for ready-made components or raw ingredients to compose a sensational meal, Farmer’s Daughter can help.
2. Fresh from the Farm
Established in 1876 Brooklands Farm has remained in their family as a working farm for 6 generations on the historic Butter & Egg Road. The farm is known for strawberry picking because they grow some of the best strawberries Muskoka has to offer. Seize the opportunity and plan your trip to Muskoka so you can experience the joys of picking fresh, juicy strawberries straight from the plant. They’re even hosting their own market every Thursday and Friday morning with their own farm grown produce.
You should stop by the many farmer’s markets that Muskoka has to offer on your next trip here. These are the Gravenhurst Farmer’s Market, Bala Farmer’s Market, Bracebridge Farmer’s Market, Dwight Farmer’s Market, Huntsville Farmer’s Market, Port Carling Farmer’s Market, Baysville Farmer’s Market and Rosseau Farmer’s Market. These markets host a wide variety of vendors selling local produce, preserves, and meats. These markets prioritize sustainability by encouraging vendors to sell locally sourced agriculture. It is also a great place to connect with locals and experience the abundance of Muskoka’s summer harvest. So if you’re on the hunt for fresh locally sourced produce, then Muskoka’s farmer’s markets are your answer to living more sustainably and supporting local agriculture.
3. Farm to Table
There are also a variety of restaurants across Muskoka that prioritize sustainability in their cuisine by using locally sourced farmer’s markets throughout Muskoka. You can have your fill of sustainable and delicious dishes at conscious eateries like The Old Station, The Mill on Main, Dock of the Bay, Eclipse Restaurant & Terrace, El Pueblito, JW Marriott Muskoka Vegetable Garden and 3 Guys and a Stove. The JW Marriott on Lake Rosseau has introduced their new vegetable garden which will be used by the chefs at all of their restaurants. They are leading the way towards sustainability for other hotels and restaurants to follow in their footsteps in the future. This garden not only provides the freshest possible vegetables to cook with but also promotes the concept of growing their own food to be more sustainable. This is just an example of the many restaurants in Muskoka that are committed to reducing their carbon footprint. All of the examples above have vegan options, buy locally sourced food, and practice recycling and composting so that they are acting sustainably. They also do these things so that you can feel great about being a conscious consumer by choosing Muskoka as your place to stay. Plan your trip today and remember to tread lightly on your stay by eating at the many restaurants in Muskoka with proactive sustainability goals.
No matter how you explore Muskoka, remember, Go Lightly.
