Ok, so the behind the scenes action continues.  I have Theresa to thank for taking these pictures, they are awesome.  Marianne is seeding, as per usual, with her handy, homemade contraption and Theresa is watering.  All of the other pictures are our beautiful...

Wheat grass is a fun way to bring spring indoors, and makes a great Easter centerpiece.  This project is very kid friendly, with the wheat grass growing quickly, satisfaction is imminent.  Any type of container will work, but for best results, use a container that is...

Come into Oakridge and sign up for the Junior Gardeners Club for your kids ages 5-12.  The cost is $5/child and includes 3 Saturday morning sessions, starting April 9th.  We have two age dependent classes: ages 5-8 are from 9:15-10:15, and ages 9-12 from 10:30-11:30. ...

I’ve compiled a short list that can get you started.  It is going to be a beautiful week and I plan on getting outside myself and hopefully checking off a one or two of the items.  It’s the winter cleanup outside around the house that is the most dreaded,...

This Saturday, March 26th, Red Moon Road is hitting Oakridge.  The Winnipeg-based band is inspired by the lake, campfires, outdoor living and kitchen jam parties.  Red Moon Road is a down-home, accoustic folk and roots band with the right mix of East coast and country...

Dressing your table has never been more fun!  We have gorgeous 100% cotton Batik-style tablecloths from India that would be the envy of your guests.  Together with our “wipeable, but doesn’t look like it” vinyl placemats that coordinate with colorful...

It’s not too late to come in and get your favorite irish specialty drink.  I’m a day late, but Happy St.Patty’s Day, none the less.  I had an Irish Coffee yesterday and it was divine.  The hint of kahlua with the irish cream and whipped cream on top,...

A few pictures to show you that we are working hard and not just having coffee break.  It’s convenient having The Garden Store and Cafe right here….and some of our regulars would say that they see us drinking coffee, um, some of the time.  Erna, Rita,...

If you’ve ever seen the Rachael Ray show, you know that she is incredibly good at making family friendly food that tastes delicious.  You’ll also know that her line of cookware and accessories has exploded, and you’d recognize it anywhere. ...

I was trying to decide what to write for my blog today when Pierre mentioned how busy we’ve been lately at lunch.  So, I thought I’d write a little bit about what we serve at the Garden Store and Cafe.  It’s a quaint menu with a choice...