National Potato Day: Your Guide to Potatoes

Guide to Potatoes: Find the Perfect Spud for Your Dish!

Not all potatoes are created equal! In British Columbia, we’re lucky to have access to some of the freshest and most flavorful potatoes, each with its own unique texture and best uses in the kitchen. Here’s a quick guide to five popular varieties:

🥔 Warba – If you love tender, buttery new potatoes, Warba is a must-try! These small, thin-skinned potatoes are perfect for boiling or roasting and are among the first to arrive in early summer.

🥔 Yukon Gold – Known for their golden flesh and naturally creamy texture, Yukon Gold potatoes are incredibly versatile. Whether mashed, roasted, or fried, they hold their shape well and offer a rich, buttery flavor.

🥔 Kennebec – A top pick for fries and chips, Kennebec potatoes are high in starch, making them perfect for achieving that crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside texture. They’re also great for baking!

🥔 Red Pontiac – This vibrant red-skinned potato has a waxy texture, meaning it holds together beautifully when boiled. It’s a fantastic choice for potato salads, soups, and roasted dishes.

🥔 Russet – The classic baking potato! With its thick skin and light, fluffy interior, Russets are ideal for baked potatoes, mashed potatoes, and crispy oven fries.

No matter how you like your potatoes—roasted, mashed, fried, or baked—there’s a variety that’s just right for your meal!