Lamb is commonly included as a meat in Mediterranean diets, which have been shown to have several health benefits including to help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Grass-fed lamb is a significant source of omega-3 fats associated with decreased risk of inflammation. In addition to being an excellent source of protein lamb is also […] Read more
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Pi Day should be more than a mathematical celebration
Pi Day is celebrated annually by math nerds on March 14. Pi, Greek letter π, is the symbol used in mathematics to represent the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is approximately 3.14159. Pi Day is an opportunity for math enthusiasts to recite the infinite digits of Pi, talk to […] Read more
Meal kits have increased in popularity during pandemic
One of the hottest food trends of 2020 was the meal kit. The kits have been on the scene for six or seven years but in 2020 they really took off. One company alone has more than 2,000 employees across Canada. The social media followers range from 80,000 to more than two million people on […] Read more
Baking a cake can be therapeutic, relaxing — and tasty
Cakes are comfort food at its sweetest. They have the power to transport us to past birthdays, weddings, engagements, babies and vacations with just one bite. The best cakes can be whipped up in a flash and others are a labour of love. Making a cake has the added benefit of being therapeutic and relaxing. […] Read more
Start the new year in style with these tasty meal ideas
Make the first meal of the year a tasty one and make it a family affair. Each person can be in charge of one item. Fresh, dried and home-canned fruits add a bright note to the meal. Coffee is a must but perhaps try the rich, hot chocolate recipe for a change. After a lazy […] Read more
Making food ahead of time for Christmas is a great idea
Families everywhere are adapting their Christmas plans to keep everyone safe. Have a big day, not a big crowd. Make it special. There won’t be meals with extended family and friends at a table for 20 people. Christmas celebrations may be virtual gatherings or involve the sharing of food but not in the same home. […] Read more
Hearty lentils are perfect for meals on cold winter days
The term pulse refers to the dried edible seeds of certain plants in the legume family. In Canada, the four main types are dry peas, lentils, beans and chickpeas. All pulses are very high in fibre and protein, low in fat, inexpensive and shelf-stable. Pulses come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours and […] Read more
It is a good time to focus on cooking with fall vegetables
As the growing season comes to a close, our vegetable choices change. Eggplants, squashes, peppers and root vegetables move into the spotlight. When choosing an eggplant at the farmers market, pick one that is bright, shiny and heavy-feeling. They will be available well into fall. Peppers both sweet and spicy are harvested in late summer […] Read more
Tomatoes are tasty, versatile — and oh yes, healthy too
Tomato season is my favourite season. Plucking a warm ripe tomato fresh from the vine and biting into it with juice running down my arm softens the sadness of summer’s end. For years three fellow home economists and I made many jars of salsa during tomato season. Later, I made big batches of tomato sauce […] Read more
Watch common touch points with backyard gatherings
Besides physical distancing, the most important thing to know about hosting a gathering during the COVID-19 pandemic is to eliminate common touch points. You can’t just plan a big buffet anymore. When planning your menu, how it is served is as important as the food. Take advantage of individually packaged items such as potato chips […] Read more
