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Hockey Mom Tips
Margot is a retired dietitian, an avid hockey player, and hockey mom to four. Every month, she shares her personal “hockey mom tips” with us.
4 Tips for Eating Affordable Fruits and Vegetables this Winter
Updated: 2020-01-16 Aside from the comment on cauliflower’s price at $ 7.49/ea, this article originally published in January 2016 is unfortunately still current, since the prices of vegetables and fruits always soar at the beginning of the year. In fact, researchers from Dalhousie and Guelph universities, in the 10th edition of their annual food price […]
Mindful Eating Secrets (To Prevent Over-Eating)
Have you ever gone to a dinner party and left feeling stuffed beyond belief? You may have even whispered, “Why did I eat so much?” The thoughts of the fantastic party are over-shadowed by your utter discomfort. Has this happened to you? It’s happened to me.
An allergic guest? Don’t panic!
The prospects of entertaining friends and family increase during the holiday season. But when food allergies pop up, it’s not always easy to know how to react. How can you customise meals to satisfy the special requirements of allergic people? Here are some tips to help you entertain your an allergic guest in a hassle-free […]
Top 7 Merry Christmas Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
The song says, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year”. Do you agree? Or is it the most wonderful time of the year to give up your healthy eating intentions because of the inevitable over-abundance of food and sweet temptations?
TOP 10: Best Vegan Recipes!
Vegan recipes contain absolutely no animal products. This means no eggs, cheese, milk, meat, etc. The vegan diet is centered on vegetables, legumes, roots and soy products. For healthy fats, vegans get their dose from oils, nuts and fruits like avocados. We’ve put together our top ten best vegan recipes for you to enjoy the […]
TOP 10 : Recipes for a Successful Cocktail Party
The cocktail party recipes have to be fun and easy to eat without making a mess. And don’t forget desserts. Small, sweet bites are always appreciated for this sort of meal!
How to Organise a Cocktail Party
A cocktail party or a mixer, receptions catered exclusively with bite-sized morsels, are an excellent solution for hosting many people at a time. Since everyone eats standing up, they’re free to mingle and serve themselves at their convenience, leaving the host to relax … assuming they planned ahead! In this vein, here are some tips […]
Flavour Gain without the Pain
Do you feel that your food is less tasty ever since you started following a low FODMAP diet? Were you gutted when you found out that onions and garlic have a high FODMAP* content? Here are some tips for adding flavour to your meals, without causing discomforts.
Is Your Fridge Stocked for Healthy Eating Success?
Healthy eating can be a challenge. After all, we live in a fast-paced society where convenience is a major predictor of food choice. With this in mind, I would like you to open your fridge and tell me the first three things you see. According to food behaviour researcher Brian Wansink, we tend to consume […]
Organising your Pantry
How many times has your pantry made you gnash your teeth in frustration because you can’t find the spices you’re looking for, or because cereal boxes fall on your head each time you reach out for a biscuit tin? It’s time to organise your cupboards, not only to save time when preparing meals but also […]
Must-Have Cookbooks
In a time of cooking shows, food porn, and foodies’ blogs, most family kitchens house an incredible collection of cookbooks of all sorts. But what are the “must own” books that any house cook should refer to as useful mean to expand their repertoires? Here’s our list: