Green smoothies are giving blenders a workout lately, thanks to hardcore kale lovers and beautiful smoothie bowls. It’s easy to understand the appeal. A tall glass of greens is an easy and delicious way to get some superfood veggies and a good dose of fiber into your day. Toss in some protein and healthy fats, and …
March 28, 2019
If you have an Instant Pot, please make this. Please. Pasta fans especially, this one is for you. It is an Instant Pot Mushroom Stroganoff. And, as many of you know, within the Instant Pot community, mushroom stroganoff is quite popular. You see many versions of it highlighted. Some are over-the-top decadent, others are quite healthy and hearty. This is …
March 22, 2019
When you combine chocolate and mint together, you have a killer combination like you see here in this layered fudge mint brownies recipe. Suddenly it is time for mint for St. Patrick’s Day, and not just any mint. Green mint, of course. Merissa Alink is back today with an amazing recipe for Fudge Mint Brownies, …
March 20, 2019
These eight practical tips cover the basics of healthy eating, and can help you make healthier choices. The key to a healthy diet is to: Eat the right amount of calories for how active you are, so that you balance the energy you consume with the energy you use. If you eat or drink too much, you’ll put on …
March 15, 2019
Let me guess. You are trying to eat a little healthier after all that sweet December craziness and perhaps put chips and candy on hold for a while, but you still want something good to snack on in front of a movie this weekend? Well, we’ve got you covered. We have created a snack platter that leaves nothing behind and that you can toss …
March 11, 2019
What are your thoughts on sugar? This year on social media there’s been a big push for No Sugar January. Then that caused a separate backlash: “Why don’t we just eat sugar in moderation?” Either way, Alex and I are all about enjoying sugar in moderation AND reducing our sugar consumption. To us, the key …
March 4, 2019
Chicken is one of this most popular items to grill during barbecue season. When done right, it’s juicy and flavourful, but when done wrong, well… You know. Don’t let obvious mistakes come between you and a delicious chicken dinner. Follow the tips below and get perfectly barbecued chicken every time. 1. Not All Cuts Are Created Equal Different parts …
February 26, 2019
Are you wondering how to hone your basic knife skills for the home kitchen? Alex and I have created a resource of everything you need to know about knife skills! In the Basic Knife Skills below, we share our best chef knife, how to hold a knife, how to care for your knives, and a bit of …
February 26, 2019
As soon as the nice weather begins, Canadians ditch cooking in the kitchen and fire up the barbecue. The aromas and flavours of meat and veggies fresh from the open fire are intoxicating. And, when it comes to steak, nothing beats a perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, juicy cut. But this is easier said than done. It can be difficult to …
February 19, 2019
The internet is full of fabulous facts about everything from current events to the history basket weaving and pizza fun facts. As we research for our daily content on food trucks, food carts and street food, we stumble upon some items of knowledge that we just did not know. We have decided when these fun facts …
February 19, 2019