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20 Food Myths That Will Surprise You

All of us have grown up hearing stories that we believe to be true, especially in the case of food. We are presented with a misconception or an unfounded idea that we follow like gospel. Look at some of the trendy diets and fads introduced over the years. In hindsight, some of them were badContinue reading “20 Food Myths That Will Surprise You“

It’s my birthday and I’ll eat cake if I want to.

Yes, it’s that time of year again. The leaves are falling, the days are getter shorter, and my birthday is on the horizon. Gone are the days when I’d look forward to birthdays with childish glee. As each year passes, a birthday signifies that another has slipped away like water. Don’t get me wrong –Continue reading “It’s my birthday and I’ll eat cake if I want to.”

Time or Money – A Cooking Choice

It’s no surprise that technology is taking over the cooking world. New food apps for your mobile phone are popping up every day. From apps to eat healthily and lose weight to food delivery and recipes – the choices are vast. When making a cooking choice, it comes down to two simple things: do IContinue reading “Time or Money – A Cooking Choice”

The Best of Fall

As the days start to get shorter and the nights just a little cooler, and we say goodbye to our favorite sun-filled time of year, it’s time to start looking forward to something else – fall foods. September brings a wealth of magnificent fruits and vegetables that can make the shorter days seem that muchContinue reading “The Best of Fall”

What a Sweet World It is!

If you are like me, you like a little sweetness in your life. Unfortunately, consuming too much sugar can have numerous adverse effects on the body. It can can raise blood pressure and increase chronic inflammation, both of which are a pathway straight to heart disease. Health experts agree that we should monitor our sugar intake,Continue reading “What a Sweet World It is!”

3D Printing…Your Own Food

Does it sound like we are talking about science fiction? Maybe something out of Star Trek? A machine that can create food for you at the touch of a button? Sign me up! In truth, we are not that far off. 3D printing has been around since the 1980s and has now turned its eyeContinue reading “3D Printing…Your Own Food”

The Art of Greek Entertaining

Greek people have a long and venerable history of entertaining. Xenia, the ancient Greek concept of hospitality, is as much a part of a tradition as it is of the Greek culture. Even today, a visitor to Greece remembers the food, the beaches, and the generous hospitality of the Greek people. Filoxenia literally means friendContinue reading “The Art of Greek Entertaining”

The Real Cost of Food

Since the beginning of time, food has been central in society. Providing food and eating has been a group activity since the beginning of man. Men hunted together, and women gathered berries, and they then both congregated to eat. Over the years, food has become a central part of every social event. But what isContinue reading “The Real Cost of Food”

Organic Food: Fact or Fiction?

Organic food is fast becoming an integral part of every grocery store, but is it worth it? Ten years ago, “Certified Organic” didn’t exist. Since then, organic foods and beverages have made $26.7 billion in the US alone. Worldwide, sales have reached approximately $52 billion, despite the higher purchase cost. Organic foods include vegetables, fruits,Continue reading “Organic Food: Fact or Fiction?”

COVID-19 and its Effect on Food

COVID-19 has affected every part of our daily lives and has stretched Canadians to their limits. This pandemic has not only affected our health, the way we work, and the way we socialize but has also impacted the way we eat. COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) is a virus that belongs to a large family of coronaviruses andContinue reading “COVID-19 and its Effect on Food”