Apples
We have all the popular varieties plus some newer ones like Royal Gala, Jonagold, Ambrosia, Honey Crisp and Ginger Gold.
VARIETY | APPROX. DATE | TASTE | EATING | BAKING |
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Akane | Early September | Tart | ||
Ambrosia | Mid October | Sweet | ||
Cortland | Early October | Sweet | ||
Crispini (Mutsu) | October | Sweet/Tart | ||
Early Gold | Early September | Sweet/Tart | ||
Elstar | Late September | Sweet | ||
Empire | Late September | Sweet/Tart | ||
Fuji | Late October | Sweet | ||
Gala | Late September | Sweet | ||
Ginger Gold | Early September | Sweet/Tart | ||
Golden Delicious | Late October | Sweet | ||
Golden Russet | October | Sweet | ||
Gravenstein | Early September | Tart | ||
Honey Crisp | Mid September | Sweet | ||
Idared | Mid October | Sweet | ||
Jonagold | October | Sweet | ||
McIntosh | September | Sweet | ||
Melba | Early August | Tart | ||
Melrose | October | Sweet/Tart | ||
Northern Spy | Mid October | Tart | ||
Paula Red | August | Tart | ||
Red Delicious | Early October | Sweet | ||
Spartan | Late September | Sweet | ||
Spy Gold | October | Sweet/Tart | ||
Vista Bella | Early August | Tart | ||
Wealthy | Early September | Tart | ||
Yellow Transparent | Early August | Tart |
Cider
We also have Mulled Cinnamon Cider you just heat serve. Apple Cranberry Cider made with Ontario cranberries is also available for your enjoyment.
Try Our Delicious Smoothie Recipe:
1 Cup Bennett’s Apple Cider
1 Cup Fresh or Frozen Berries
1 or 2 large Bananas
Combine all ingredients in a blender until smooth and thick. Your kids will love these!
You can substitute any fruit for the berries.
Bakery
Delicious Baked Goods
Over 10 varieties of pies are baked in our oven. Six flavours of No Sugar Added pies are also available for your enjoyment.
Marlene Bennett’s Crumbly Crust Apple & our Deep Dish Apple Crisp are among the favourites. We also bake many types of breads and buns. Delicious Cheese Bread made with only the finest cheddar & Bennett’s own Apple Crumble Bread are yummy treats. Our homemade Cheesesticks are popular with both young and old!
Some of our Most Popular Items
- Iced Cinnamon Twists
- Cookies (many varieties)
- Tarts
- Eccle Cakes (an English favourite)
- Seasonal Hot Cross Buns
- Turnovers
- And so much more, we have something for everyone!
“Old Fashioned” Christmas Baking at Bennett’s
During the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season let Bennett’s do your baking for you! We have a wide variety of Christmas baked goods that have become a favourite to many throughout the years. Mom Bennett’s Shortbread is made the old fashion way with 100% butter. Mincemeat Pies and Tarts are a seasonal favourite as well as gingerbread Cookies, Fruit & Nut Cookies and Chocolate Dipped Shortbread Fingers. There is a variety to choose from for your holiday gatherings.
Fresh Produce
We search for only the best in quality, price and flavour throughout the year.
Fresh produce is available all year round. There is nothing like the freshness and flavour of locally grown fruits and vegetables!
Fresh Ontario peaches, plums, strawberries, wild blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and cherries can all be found in our market in their season of peak ripeness!
Here at Bennett’s we grow 18-20 acres of premium sweet corn. Corn season begins in late July and continues through September. All of our corn is fresh picked daily, ensuring exceptional taste that is sure to please your family and friends! In addition to sweet corn, we also grow 8 varieties of squash, including Butternut, Acorn, and Spaghetti Squash.
Gifts
Within our market, we carry a wide array of gourmet favourites. Greaves jams and jellies are available in a variety of flavours. No Sugar Spreads in your favourite flavour can also be found on our shelves.
Pickles, chutneys and specialty relishes, as well as local unpasteurized honey are here for your enjoyment!
We are proud to offer you the finest pure maple syrup from Elmira, Ontario. Maple spreads and candies are a delicious treat!
At Bennett’s you can make your own all natural peanut butter! Smooth, medium or crunchy? You decide!
Looking for all natural cider vinegar? We have that too!