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TOP 10: Canadian Recipes with Tasty Local Foods

June 18, 2021 No Comments

There are plenty of good reasons to eat local foods. We are reducing our ecological footprint and encouraging the local economy while enjoying the freshness of local food. It’s also a great way to celebrate our culinary and agricultural culture. Here are ten recipes to revisit our classics and rediscover our delicious Canadian produce.

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Garlic Scapes, a Fragrant Stem

June 8, 2021 No Comments

Have you ever tried garlic scapes, those spiral stems that appear in public markets and specialty stores around mid-June? If the answer is no, I invite you to try out this tasty delight.

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Top 10 Irish Recipes for St. Patrick’s Day

March 9, 2021 No Comments

March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day, time to celebrate Ireland and its culture! Whether you are the type to wear green clothes and shamrock accessories or the type to relax with a pint of cider or ale, this is your chance to experience warm Irish cuisine. Here you will find our ten best Irish recipes, […]

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TOP 10: Easy and Delicious Fruit Compotes

December 22, 2020 No Comments

Fruit compote is basically fruit cooked with a little juice or water which produces a syrupy fruit mixture (the French word compȏte meaning « mixture »). If your fruit is sour, you may add a little sugar, honey or maple syrup. For more flavor, you may add ginger, cinnamon, or another spice. Compote cooks quite quickly, enough […]

A Real Bargain or a Booby Trap?

November 23, 2020 No Comments

To discover good prices, flyers are very useful but … you still have to be vigilant. Radio Canada’s L’Épicerie show has just aired a report on the subject of grocery store discounts in order to help consumers recognize the real bargains amongst the myriad of promotional offers. And for the 8th time in 13 years, […]

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TOP 10: Sweet and Savoury Peach Recipes

September 7, 2020 No Comments

How can you resist a ripe peach? In high season, they are fleshy, juicy and absolutely tasty. We suggest you feature them in your dishes, from starter to dessert. Try these wonderful 10 peach recipes!

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TOP 10: Refreshing Mint Recipes to Try Now

July 20, 2020 No Comments

Has mint invaded your garden? Be glad! When it’s hot outside, sneak all the mint into your drinks, savoury dishes, and desserts and enjoy its clean and refreshing taste. The two most cultivated mint types are peppermint and the spearmint. The first is mostly exploited for its medicinal properties, while the second is more popularly […]

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The ABC’s of the Magical and Active Picnic

July 13, 2020 No Comments

In the summer, everyone wants to enjoy the warm days and do lots of outdoor activities, especially with the ones you love. So let’s pack the tablecloth and picnic basket and gather together with family and friends. Here are some tips to help you prepare your meals safely, to avoid the hassle caused by food […]

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TOP 10: Easy and Delicious Shrimp Recipes

July 10, 2020 No Comments

Shrimp and prawns refer to about 2,000 different species of small aquatic animals with a flexible body and long antennae, 10 legs and a fan-shaped tail. While in biological terms, shrimp and prawns belong to different types of crustaceans, they are both very similar in appearance and they can both be used in these recipes. […]

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How to Create a Garden on Your Balcony

May 25, 2020 No Comments

Creating a garden on your balcony is an easy, practical, rewarding and accessible project. It’s so nice to have access to fresh herbs as well as your own fruits and vegetables for cooking. Even if you don’t have access to land, it’s possible to design a lush and diverse garden. Follow these tips to start […]

What Should You Eat to Help Strengthen Your Immune System?

March 18, 2020 2 Comments

The immune system is complex, and its proper functioning is influenced by several factors such as stress level, exercise, age, diet, tobacco, sleep… If we want it to be as effective as possible to protect us from pathogenic microorganisms, we must support it with a healthy lifestyle, which includes a balanced diet. Eating well is […]

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TOP 10: Sunny Caribbean Recipes

February 14, 2020 No Comments

Towards the end of February, even though hot chocolate, homemade soups and any kind of comfort food never taste better, winter can take a lot of you. That’s why so many Northerners escape to the Caribbean to wiggle their toes in the sand. For all the others that cannot travel south, we have put together […]

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