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  • 0 Comments Eat Seasonally, Save Money!

    Eat Seasonally, Save Money!

    January 11, 2012

    We know that when it comes to making great food at home price can be a factor. Just because we can't afford Kobe Beef, or Lobster Risotto for dinner every night doesn't mean more...

  • 0 Comments Brine for a Better Bird

    Brine for a Better Bird

    December 1, 2011

    Our friend's at Chicken Farmers of Canada have a great tip this holiday season. For those of you that are new to hosting the holidays brining is a must try! Brining (from more...

Featured Seasonal Ingredients

  • 0 Comments Mushrooms

    Mushrooms

    November 17, 2011

    Mushrooms are without a doubt one of my favourite ingredients. The mushroom's first recorded use in cooking dates back to ancient Egypt. In fact, mushrooms were believed more...

  • 0 Comments Butternut Squash

    Butternut Squash

    October 13, 2011

      Butternut squash is among the most widely consumed and important winter squashes on the market, and my personal favourite. It's cultivation dates back more than more...

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