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Papaya, fruit of a large plant
The papaya tree, like the banana tree and coconut tree, is not actually a tree in the botanical sense of the word. It’s more of a giant plant with a soft and hollow trunk that grows rapidly to a height of 8-10 m and survives for about 25 years. The fruit grows directly on the […]
Quinoa, a true pearl
Quinoa, which originated in South America, is the seed of a leafy plant that’s related to spinach. It can substitute rice and most grains in side dishes, salads, soups, and even in puddings. It has a slightly crunchy texture, and it tastes similar to couscous.
Why should you eat Jerusalem artichokes?
Jerusalem artichokes contain inulin, a type of carbohydrate of the fructans family. Inulin has excellent nutritional and functional characteristics that promote the growth of intestinal bacteria, keeping your gut healthy and alleviating constipation. Jerusalem artichokes are also a source of iron. The taste is indeed similar to an artichoke. In the Quebec city region you […]
Leeks: for good taste and health
Often referred to as the poor man’s asparagus because of its mild flavour, the leek belongs to the same family as onion and garlic. It has been around for a very long time and it’s a known fact that it was the favourite vegetable of Roman Emperor Nero, who used to eat leeks regularly to […]
Red Paprika
Paprika, or ‘red pepper’ is a powdered spice, obtained from the fruit of the sweet pepper that is ripened, dried and ground. In fact this vegetable is a close relative of the red sweet pepper that we know so well, but it is a bit smaller, less fleshy and tastier.
Fast food: Watch out for worst offenders
I came across an interesting article a few days ago. Here it is for you to enjoy: KFC Double Down not the worst fast-food offender
The succulent peach
Peaches have been cultivated for over 5,000 years in China, where they are considered a symbol of immortality; in fact, this country is still the world’s largest producer of peaches today. These fruits first traveled from China to India and Persia (present-day Iran), and from here, the armies of Alexander the Great introduced them to […]
“Eating well made easy” for people with Diabetes
Today is a big day for us! After putting in five years of hard work in R&D and eighteen months in Clinical Testing with a renowned University Health Centre, we are very proud to announce the launch of our , starting with the one for people with type 2 diabetes.
Bay leaf – the symbol of victory and wisdom
Native to the Mediterranean region, the bay laurel is a perennial shrub with spearheaded leaves that release a very strong fragrance when crushed, as they are rich in essential oils. Bay or laurel leaves are an essential component of the “bouquet garni“, a blend of aromatic herbs that is used in a variety of recipes […]
How About a Savory Aphrodisiac?
Savory is an aromatic perennial herb that originated in the Mediterranean region and it includes at least 15 species, of which Summer savory (Hortensis) and Winter savory (Montana) are the most common.
Colourful and Savoury Chives
The chive is a bulbous plant that belongs to the Alliaceae family, along with onions, leeks, garlic and shallots. The exact origin of this aromatic herb remains unknown.
Poutine, our national symbol?
Maybe you missed the big news, but voters from across Canada selected poutine as our national dish. Check this out on the Globe and Mail‘s website and don’t forget to try our own sophisticated version of the famous dish. Try our recipe for Chic Poutine
