Win this Prize Pack to Get Closer to Real Food This Gardening Season

I love that it is gardening season. We have started to put down seeds and plant vegetables and herbs in our garden. Although, it is time to get out there and get our hands dirty in truth less than half of Canadians have ever actually grown fresh fruit or vegetables. While we may think farmer’s markets are bridging this gap, Kashi Plant it Forward survey has shown that one third of Canadians will not even visit a farmer’s market or community garden this year. Due to this reason Kashi and Evergreen have partnered for a second year in a row on the #PlantItForward initiative encouraging Canadians to “Give. Get. Grow” and celebrate all the little farmers in each of us.

Food Network Star Returns

If you love watching Food Network Star on FoodNetwork.com you will be excited to know that Giada De Laurentiis and Bobby Flay return as mentors along with other special guests and judges in the eleventh Season Premiere on Sunday, June 7th at 9pm ET/PT. The twelve talented hopefuls compete to become the next new face in food television. 

Grapefruit and Ginger Drink made using the Hemisphere Twist Blender

I love the beautiful sleek and stylish Breville® appliances that we can use everyday. Breville’s Hemisphere Twist Blender adds a twist to our daily routine with a splash of flavour. I really like the innovative design of the Breville Hemisphere Twist that livens up our recipes and add greater depth to our drinks. The standard lid is interchangeable with the unique citrus cone lid that allows us to bring an instant infusion of citrus into any delectable creation, from smoothies and cocktails to dips, spreads, soups, and more.

Crispy Cod Fritters

The recipe for this delicious cod fritters or Pasteis de bacalhau from Portugal is from the Mediterranean cookbook. 

1 lb 2oz (500g) salt cod

1 lb 2oz (500g) russet potatoes

1 onion grated

1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley

black pepper or chile flakes

2 eggs

olive oil for frying

Being Safe On The Road During Rain

I am sure, like me you too are concerned about keeping your family and yourself safe on the road. State Farm insurance considers this to be important as well, and have created programs to promote child passenger safety, teen driver safety, seat belt safety, and sober and engaged driving. During spring, when the snow is melting and it rains a lot, it creates different road conditions that drivers need to be aware of and learn how to deal with these conditions. Rain is a known to be a common cause for crashes, and it can create chaos on the road for drivers.

What hospice care means to patients and their families

Death can come anytime to anyone, however many people prefer not to think about death in their day-to-day lives. For most people, a good death means being physically comfortable, at peace in your own home, enjoying as many moments as possible with loved ones doing the things they love to do up until the very end.

Potato Dishes using Potatoes from The Little Potato Company

I loved using the colourful little potatoes from the Little Potato Company in a variety of dishes. Everyone in my family enjoyed the bite sized, delicious buttery taste. I like the convenience of using these pre-washed potatoes that can be used without peeling. I found it easy to prepare because all I had to do is boil it for 15 minutes, or add it into my Tagine, and meat dishes.

Banana Milkshake with Vanilla Flavour

With the weather warming up, I am excited to make refreshing smoothies and flavouring them with delicious Nielsen-Massey Vanillas. I enjoy using the Tahitian Vanilla Beans in many of my desserts. I enjoy using the alcohol free Madagascar bourbon pure vanilla powder to my desserts and smoothies, it makes it special and flavourful. To make this banana milkshake, I used...

Delicious Salad with Tomatoes

The Florida Tomato Committee has launched an awareness campaign to let consumers know how the Florida tomato family of growers carefully and thoughtfully grow tomatoes on family run farms. Florida family of tomato growers are committed to healthful and sustainable farming practices that result in the most red, ripe, nutritious and delicious tomatoes available. Here is a simple and delicious salad recipe we enjoy that is made using fresh tomatoes...

Black Pepper Tofu

1 3/4 lbs firm tofu

cornstarch to dust the tofu

vegetable oil for frying

Cut the tofu into 1x1" cubes then toss the tofu in the cornstarch and shake off the excess. Fry in hot oil. When it is golden all over and has a thin crush remove it from the hot oil and leave it aside on a paper towel.