It’s hard to believe that something as simple as water could change over time, but it has. The last decade has introduced new water variations that have made waves across the beverage industry. From sweet to nutritious to colored (even black), water has never been so interesting to consumers. And…
The Wide World of Natural Sweeteners
hollywoodtrans.comIf your New Year’s resolution includes making wiser (and healthier) food choices, Coombs Family Farms has a few sweet tips for you. A great way to rid your diet of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), artificial sweeteners, and chemical additives is to switch to the wonderful world of natural sweeteners.…
Maple Holiday Treat and Gift Basket Ideas
Forget the fruitcake this holiday season – it’s time to give your friends and family delicious gifts they’ll really enjoy. And what do people love year-round, especially during the holidays? Maple, of course! This mouth-watering ingredient is perfect for all sorts of gifts for everyone on your list. We’ve provided…
Holidays Are Better with Maple Syrup!
There is always that one night, poised on the tipping point between summer and fall, when you need that blanket. In that subtle shift, our minds transition from thoughts of beaches and watermelon slices to downhill skiing and steamy mugs of hot chocolate. We begin to get butterflies in our…
Allergy-Free Maple Candy is a Perfect Treat!
Childhood treats have always been a favorite reminder of our younger years. Whether it’s ice cream, cookies, cake, or pie, we all remember our “go-to” sweet tooth favorites. However, today’s world is filled with “off-limits” allergen foods and parents are faced with an entirely new set of decisions and challenges…
The Crunchy “Summer of Granola” or … How to “Unleash Your Inner Hippie”
Jody Nagel’s business story begins in 1969, in the “summer of granola.” Her mother Samantha (formerly known as Florence before a 1960s-inspired name change) whipped up her first batch of granola. Over time, the batches evolved with new ingredients and new techniques, raising the bar of deliciousness each and every…
Thirsty For a Real Maple Liqueur?
If you’ve ever wished for a beverage that tastes like pure maple syrup fresh from the farm, we’ve got some good news for you! These days, consumers are asking for maple as a healthy and natural alternative sweetener in almost everything from juices to yogurt and cereal to bacon. Now,…
How Pure Maple Syrup Helps Grow Healthy Kids
What we eat as children shapes much of what we eat as adults. This is why it's so important to develop healthy-eating habits early on. Just as importantly, it's essential that children understand just what real food tastes like. This early appreciation of pure and natural foods is not only…
The History of Maple Syrup: From Early North American Days to the Present
Walking through the woods this time of year, the sugar maples are easy to find with their vibrant red leaves. It will not be long before the ground is carpeted with them—and soon thereafter, the maple limbs will be bare, and snow will be falling. That is when one begins…
Our Top 5 Holiday Recipes Using Vermont Maple Syrup!
Pure maple syrup is not only excellent on pancakes and waffles it's perfect for grilling, baking, desserts and especially for all of your holiday recipes! All it takes is a little maple from Coombs Family Farms to turn ordinary recipes into memorable dishes that your friends and family will be…