Life on Nixon Farm

Pig Pen Fence

Pig Pen Fence

How to build a pig pen fence Mick Jagger The Mini Pig lives rent free in a converted chicken coop. In his estimation, the digs were literally and figuratively for the birds. His imaginary letter to management, requesting an addition, went unsent, unopened and unread. 

Farmhouse Tour

Farmhouse Tour

Warm, Feet-Up Vibe A classic 1800’s farmhouse endeavors to dovetail the old with the new to offer timeless charm, and a warm, feet-up vibe.  Picturesque wood framed windows flood the farmhouse with natural sunlight; most of the time there is no need to turn on 

Ask Mick: How Should I Deal With Internet Trolls?

Ask Mick: How Should I Deal With Internet Trolls?

Dear Mick,  Someone called me a very rude and hurtful name on social media.  I don’t even know this person, what should I do? Every time I think about it I get this lump in my throat and find myself blinking back tears. Signed, Trolled 

Black Bean, Rice, Quinoa & Avocado Bowl

Black Bean, Rice, Quinoa & Avocado Bowl

Fresh, incredibly flavourful black bean bowl! This black bean, rice and quinoa bowl is perfect if you have ripe avocados on hand. It takes less than 15 minutes to prepare. Consider it done as soon as the quinoa and rice is cooked! Serve warm tonight 

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Classic. Chocolate. Chip. Cookies. Soft, Chewy Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies! Chocolate chip cookies are a go-to desert at Nixon Farm. These classic cookies are that perfect combination of slightly crispy and golden brown on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. Chocolate Chip 

Potato Pizza

Potato Pizza

Potatoes On Pizza? Believe it! The first time I ever tried potato pizza was just over 10 years ago, in Italy. It was a simple rectangle flatbread, topped with potatoes, and it was delicious! Potatoes should be a topping option at all pizza places. You’ll 

BBQ Sweet Potato Sandwich With Slaw

BBQ Sweet Potato Sandwich With Slaw

Sweet, spicy, smokey. Who knew sweet potatoes could be this delicious? This BBQ Sweet Potato Sandwich is yummy, hearty comfort food made with simple ingredients you likely have on hand. Our favourite way to eat sweet potatoes! Not a huge fan on sweet potatoes? No 

Rustic Hummus

Rustic Hummus

For ultra smooth and creamy hummus, you need to peel the chickpeas. At the time of this writing, we have a newborn, so unless Mick wants to do it, Rustic Hummus is what’s for dinner (or lunch, or snack, who knows what time it is? 

10 Things To Consider Before Adopting a Mini Pig

10 Things To Consider Before Adopting a Mini Pig

“I am fond of pigs. Dogs look up to us. Cats look down on us. Pigs treat us as equals.” – Winston Churchill Conversation with a mini pig: Big Bad Wolf : “I will huff and puff and blow your house down!” Teeny Tiny Piglet: 

Farm Tour

Farm Tour

A little over a  year ago, we took a calculated leap of faith and bought a 1800’s farm.  Best guess (by creeping Google maps) the property had not been a proper working farm in a very long time. Maybe thirty years..? As a result, it