Akos Asare

Good things grow in Ontario's Highlands – the diversity and abundance of the landscape easily explains the abundance of small farms, market gardens, berry farms, and even vineyards and cideries.

The agricultural potential in this region was something of which Akos Asare (pronounced ah-kose) had no knowledge before settling in Deep River with her family in 2019, but it nevertheless has had a big impact on her family’s life here.

The strong sense of community in Deep River and a burgeoning desire to strive for sustainability inspired Akos to found Re.Planted, a garden built from a network of underutilized front lawns.

Click on one of the stories below to read more about Akos' journey towards sustainability and for inspiration to explore local food and drink in Ontario's Highlands.

Inspired to Grow: Akos Asare is Growing Good Things in the Ottawa Valley

Growing community and sustainability in Ontario's Highlands.

Food & Drink

2-Night, 3-Day Farm-to-Table Edible Road Trip

Local food and sustainability is the focus of this three-day road trip in Ontario’s Highlands

Itinerary

Fabulous Fall Farmers' Markets and Where to Find Them

Celebrate the harvest in Ontario's Highlands.

Fall