“You’ve got such a pretty face. If only you could lose a few pounds, you’d be a knockout.” “Getting a little round, aren’t we?” “Are you really sure that you need that second serving?” Have you ever used lines like these on loved ones or those close to you in the hope of helping them […]
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Celebrate summer: Grilled Chicken Satay with Nectarines and Red Onion
Everywhere you turn, the talk is about back-to-school. But hold on a minute: it’s still summer. So fire up your grill and enjoy this seasonal dish adapted from Foodland Ontario. Grilled Chicken Satay with Nectarines and Red Onion Ingredients: • 1/2 cup (125 mL) light coconut milk • 3 cloves Ontario Garlic, finely minced • […]
Five 5-Minute Breakfasts
Next week marks back to school for many and for others, it’s still a return to more rigid schedules. The time crunch is on. While breakfast is key for maintaining your energy level, promoting high productivity and a good mood, the morning rush can take its toll. Without a plan, you can be left with […]
The best of summer: Grilled Salmon and Mediterranean Vegetable Salad
There’s no better time of year to prepare this dish from my book, The Enlightened Eater’s Whole Foods Guide. For maximum taste in this easy yet delicious combo, use a good quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar. The grilled vegetables make a saucy and tasty accompaniment to the salmon. And to top it off, there’s […]
Foodborne illness replay: Party hard – eat safe
Toronto is finally getting some global recognition in the food world. Unfortunately it’s not the kind of attention we’d like. Everyone is hearing about the Canadian National Exhibition and the Cronutburger’s possible link to foodborne illness. Here’s a replay from last November with some tips on avoiding food poisoning. Are you tired of hearing […]
Would you give your kid coke – or any other soft drink?
A new study of 5-year old American children found that those who consumed the highest amounts of soft drinks exhibited a range of behavioural problems including aggression and attention difficulties. The research, just published in the Journal of Pediatrics, looked at pop consumption and behaviour issues in almost 3,000 subjects in 20 different U.S, cities. […]
Green Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad
Here’s a tasty preparation for those baskets of green beans from the farmer’s market. And if you are growing tomatoes, chances are, like me, you’ve got plenty of cherry tomatoes right now too. Green Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad Serves 4 1 pound (500 g) green beans, trimmed 2 tbsp (25 mL) grainy mustard 2 […]
Why can’t we also have 8-oz cups at self-serve frozen yogurt shops?
I’ve had it with this crazy portion distortion at self-serve frozen yogurt shops — shops that seem to be opening at a fast and furious pace. They all have gargantuan 16 ounce cups, waiting to be filled. The popularity of frozen yogurt appears to go hand in hand with our increased awareness and desire to […]
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