Jan 14 2024
There’s no better time than the arrival of the new year to resolve to eat better. But “better” doesn’t have to mean boring; not with ample supplies of fresh blueberries, nature’s perfect “superfood”, available all winter long. Chile’s blueberry crop is being harvested right now, during the southern hemisphere’s summer, arriving in Canada fresh, juicy …
Jan 07 2024
4 small diet changes that can make a big difference The new year is a great time to start fresh. Many people commit to exercise more, stress less or make healthier food choices. Incorporating small, sustainable changes, versus dramatic, large-scale lifestyle shifts, can make it much easier to stick to your resolutions. This year, instead …
Dec 27 2023
Fresh homemade juice is an easy way to experiment with fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices you may already have in the kitchen. From crisp cucumber and apple to earthy beet and bright citrus, a few simple ingredients can create an impressive range of flavors. These recipes aren’t designed as a “cleanse” or meal replacement. They’re …
Aug 23 2023
Crisp, juicy, and delicately sweet, Asian pears are one of those fruits that can move surprisingly easily from breakfast to dinner to dessert. Their firm texture holds up beautifully in salads and slaws, while their natural sweetness works just as well in cakes, crisps, sauces, and marinades. Unlike softer European pears, Asian pears tend to …
Aug 03 2023
Few foods taste more like summer than a cold slice of watermelon. Juicy, sweet, colorful, and made for eating outdoors, watermelon has been a picnic-table favorite for generations—and on August 3, it gets a celebration of its own. National Watermelon Day is observed each year on August 3, right in the heart of watermelon season. …
Jul 09 2023
With sweet-tart berries, notes of floral hibiscus and Mojito influences of mint and lime, this bubbly kombucha-based mocktail is a refreshing summer sipper. It uses unrefined Demerara sugar rather than white for its richness and molasses-like finish, sure to quench your thirst as the weather warms up. “If using berries that are more sour than …
Dec 22 2022
Christmas drinks have a way of making the season feel warmer, even when the weather outside is freezing. Across the world, holiday celebrations are accompanied by steaming mugs of spiced wine, fragrant fruit punch, creamy egg drinks, strong coffee, and recipes flavored with cinnamon, cloves, citrus, vanilla, and nutmeg. Some are meant to simmer on …
Dec 14 2022
After a day of outdoor winter fun, warm up with this guilt-free variation on a long-time holiday favourite. Made with only a handful of ingredients and lightly sweetened with naturally-sourced stevia, this beverage is tasty, easy to make and sugar-free, so it’s ideal for the whole family to enjoy. Cinnamon Cider Makes 4 servings Ingredients: …
Dec 11 2022
Did someone say eggnog? Nothing says holiday like a delicious, cold glass of eggnog. Make this smooth treat from scratch at home and you’ll never go back to the store-bought version. Check out Chef Anna Olson’s Crème Brûlée Eggnog recipe below: Prep time: 20 minutesCook time: 8 minutesServes: 6-8 Ingredients: Directions: Find more delicious recipes …
Dec 09 2022
Get festive with a wholesome gingerbread milkshake that is a perfect dessert for the entire family. No ice cream needed here, just a few simple ingredients paired with ultrafiltered whole milk for a rich and creamy treat. This easy and decadent milkshake was created by food expert and blogger Vijaya Selvaraju and was inspired by …
