The Summer Olympics in Paris were dazzling and captured our imagination. There were so many memorable moments, but perhaps the highlight was the performance by Celine Dion at the Eiffel Tower. I doubt there was a dry eye in the audience while watching her first performance in over five years. These events inspired me to […] Read more
Sarah Galvin, BSHEc
Stories by Sarah Galvin, BSHEc
These beverages and snacks enhance hot summer days
Enjoy the dog days of summer with a few new ideas for beverages and snacking. Serving a flight of iced coffees is a fun way to spend a hot afternoon on the deck. Use your imagination or research ideas. The trick is to use very little sweetener and a fat reduced milk. The other option […] Read more
Growing and cooking vegetables can be both nourishing and fun
It is the season for farmers markets and community supported agriculture boxes delivered to your door or available for pickup from market gardens. I love vegetables, and I am always searching out new recipes. One good source of inspiration is Renee Kohl man’s cookbook, Vegetables — a Love Story. There are so many interesting recipes […] Read more
Fresh-from-the-garden ingredients help boost casual summer meals
Whether it’s a backyard barbecue, picnic in the park, tailgating in the field or a rainy day inside, simplicity and fresh-from-the-garden ingredients reign in the summer. Plan foods that can be made ahead and held in the refrigerator or countertop and then served at room temperature. Add dressings to salads at the last minute. While […] Read more
Homemade meals can be the highlight of Father’s Day
Take out is fun, but nothing is more appreciated than home cooked food. Whether it’s Father’s Day or any other day a couple of easy homemade dishes can be the highlight of the meal. Chocolate cake Make the icing and set aside. Centre a rack in the oven and preheat oven to 350 F (180 […] Read more
Forage for mushrooms in the wild or buy them in the grocery store
Late spring and early summer marks the beginning of the mushroom foraging season. Morels, the earliest to be found, usually start showing up in May or June. And then as the summer progresses more varieties become available right through until fall. Morels, chanterelles, matsutake and porcini are the most popular wild mushrooms. Cultivated mushrooms are […] Read more
Versatile milk a nutritious addition to kitchen’s inventory
Milk, the source of all dairy products, is white because of the casein it contains. Casein is the protein found in cow’s milk, which is about 80 per cent protein. Fat-reduced milk is considered a low calorie source of quality protein. One glass of milk provides 30 per cent of our daily calcium, a nutrient […] Read more
Eggs provide options for people who watch cholesterol
No matter what colour of eggs you buy, you get the same nutrients. One large egg contains 6.5 grams of protein, all nine essential amino acids, and 14 key nutrients that help maintain healthy bones, teeth, skin and eyes. And an egg has only 80 calories. Foods lower in saturated fats, like eggs, fish and […] Read more
Easter meal can be easily multiplied when entertaining
Easter meal planning can be a chore for many home cooks. This meal plan can be made for two people or multiplied for any number of guests. The cheesecake is large but can be frozen for up to three months. Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata This can be made with loin chops but rib chops […] Read more
Vegetables found in the root cellar can yield tasty dishes
Root cellars and cold rooms are not as common as they once were, but many families still maintain them. Now is a good time to take stock and decide what needs to be used before spoilage occurs. In addition to checking vegetables and apples, take a look at the dates on your canning. Ideally it […] Read more
