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My long-awaited, much discussed, official, Instagram account. Toronto-dwelling bon-vivant.

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This past weekend at @evergreen_brick_works I was fortunate to receive my first (and long desired) Serviceberry whip courtesy of @nfftt !

This native tree is known by many names: Saskatoon Juneberry, and Gozigwaakominagaawanzh and produces small berries that taste like a mix of blueberry/cherry/strawberry - depending on the type.

It will probably take a couple more years for it to become established and reliably bear fruit and the moment it does, I'm going to register it with Not Far From the Tree and make it available for picking!

Thank you @nfftt taken in Evergreen Brick Works by @frigoryffic

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🍐Your Gift Can Double the Impact of Toronto’s Urban Orchard 🍒

🌱 Until midnight, every dollar you give will be matched up to $15,000 thanks to a generous supporter. Your donation helps us rescue more fruit, support more neighbours, and build a healthier, more climate-resilient Toronto.

As a Steering Committee member with Not Far From The Tree (NFFTT), I'm excited for all the great work we'll be doing in 2026: tree care education, fruit processing workshops, and of course - the picks!!!

If you’re passionate about sustainability, community food systems, or grassroots climate action, I hope you’ll consider supporting NFFTT today to take advantage of the matching donations.

Double your impact today.

https://notfarfromthetree.org/donate/

#sustainability #climateaction #foodwastereduction #toronto #nonprofit taken in Toronto, Ontario by @frigoryffic

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Meet Ryan, who has been part of Not Far From The Tree since 2011! 👋

Ryan still remembers his first pick clearly: a cherry harvest in a backyard laneway near Queen Street East in 2011. Surrounded by people from different backgrounds, all motivated by a desire to help their neighbours, the experience felt both joyful and meaningful. Those early picks opened his eyes to the hidden network of backyard gardens and fruit trees across the city. Quiet pockets of abundance tucked into laneways and neighbourhoods. 🍒

Looking back, it’s incredible to see how one cherry pick turned into years of connection, learning, and community building. If you’ve ever wondered how small actions can grow into lasting impact, NFFTT and the people who make it thrive are proof of what’s possible. With generous donations from our community, we make that happen.

Keep reading Ryan's story on our blog, and why he believes fruit picking is the catalyst for community building and environmental education. 💚 by @frigoryffic

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Yup it's another cheese flavoured chip @brets_officiel this time it's French comfort food from the southern region of Aveyron.
Aligot is made from whipped potatoes, cream, tomme cheese and garlic combined on the stove top to make a super stretchy, ooey gooey, stick to your ribs side dish.
This chip is pretty close to the real thing, the only thing missing is the cheese stretch, a good substitute.
Also pictured: foie gras, baguette, pear, chardonnay. taken in Toulouse, France by @frigoryffic

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a year ago

Mint wreath by @frigoryffic

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2 years ago

Found this "Seaweed Flavor" of @lays in the Grange Park mall last week.

The bag's info is written in foreign characters so I'm not certain about the ingredients but I can report that they taste like a roasted seaweed snack on a potato chip!

The chip itself feel thicker than a North American Lay's chip with a slight sweetness to the potato.

Pretty good, would do it again...
#chips #snacks #asianlays by @frigoryffic

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2 years ago

Back with another first time @brets_officiel chip experience...Chili and Mint.

Gotta say, I would have never considered putting these flavours together in chip form. Lightly spicy with background flavours of paprika, onion and garlic and a good dose of minty freshness.

It's interesting but I don't need a whole bag to myself and I think it could be a good addition to an apéro platter to share.

Fun discovery: pairs very well with a gin and tonic!
#apero #chips #bretagne taken in Milhars, Midi-Pyrenees, France by @frigoryffic

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3 years ago

Inside La Doyenné de Varen (c.970 AD) at dusk. taken in Varen, Midi-Pyrenees, France by @frigoryffic

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3 years ago

First time trying this flavour of @brets_officiel chips.

Only in France can you find "powdered pork" in the list of ingredients and not some altered yeast combination masquerading as pork...

Not bad.. but a little let down as I was expecting smoky bacon flavour and instead tasted more like chip soaked in boiled ham water.

Should have named this one: Memories of Sunday's ham. taken in Milhars, Midi-Pyrenees, France by @frigoryffic

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3 years ago

The addiction is real...@brets_officiel chips flavours are on another level. taken in Milhars, Midi-Pyrenees, France by @frigoryffic

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3 years ago

Sending up smoke signals as I attempt my first smoked Butterball turkey in my electric smoker. taken in Downtown Toronto by @frigoryffic

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3 years ago

Summer vibes with the new garden car taken in Kensington Market by @frigoryffic

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3 years ago