As this year draws to a close, I feel privileged to celebrate this season of togetherness as I take on a new role as British Columbia’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food.
The holidays are a time to gather with friends and family, but it is also a time for us to support local producers by incorporating B.C. ingredients in our holiday meals.
With so many products grown and raised here, a feast of B.C. products is both easy and tasty, and due to the mild climate and plentiful greenhouses in B.C., we are able to enjoy some of the best of B.C.’s vegetables even in the colder months.
Here is a recipe that always finds a way on to my holiday table, a Greek staple you may be familiar with:
B.C Tzatziki:
Serves 6
- 2 cups B.C. Greek yogurt
- ½ cup B.C. English cucumber, grated and squeezed of its water
- 1 clove B.C. garlic, crushed
- C. mint leaves, finely chopped or ribboned, to taste
Method:
Blend all ingredients together and chill overnight before serving.
Serve with B.C. crackers, breads and veggies, and for a main serve alongside souvlaki, kababs, meatballs or grilled fish.
B.C. farmers and producers don’t stop when the weather gets cooler. Their efforts keep British Columbians fed and their products can be found on grocery store shelves and farmers’ markets.
Our government is partnering with farmers, producers and small businesses through our Buy BC program which helps consumers identify B.C. products, increases sales and strengthens our food security and economy.
With over 3000 products to choose from, look for the BuyBC logo when you are shopping for holiday meals or looking for stocking stuffers like jams, salts and condiments.
When you Buy B.C., you support our economy which results in a more resilient food system for all British Columbians.
Best wishes for a merry and peaceful holiday season and start to the new year. I look forward to serving you as Minister of Agriculture and Food.
Sincerely,
Honourable Pam Alexis
BC Minister of Agriculture and Food Pam Alexis
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