NOTE: The following is a sponsored review of Kraft Pourables fruit & veg salad dressings. The opinions expressed in this post are that of the author and are in no way influenced by Kraft or other companies involved. As someone who prefers to “make” her own salad dressing out of oil and vinegar, I was […]
This weekend, I had my family over for dinner and was looking online for a salad to serve. I came upon a quinoa and kale salad, but because not everyone likes kale, I decided to make some changes to it and make it my own. In fact, I made a lot of changes (the original […]
With the weather warming up and bathing suit season coming earlier than usual, I have gone into turbo-mode trying to get fit for all my pretty summer outfits. This mixed bean salad is the perfect afternoon snack or light meal for everyone trying to get in shape for summer, but is so delicious that you […]
Grilled cheese is one of my weaknesses. It’s so good on a cold winter day, especially when accompanied with tomato soup. Imagine my excitement when I received an invitation via Twitter to sample some items from Say Cheese, a new grilled cheese bar on Bloor, just west of St. George. Located at what used to […]
Foccacia’s take out on Hayden Street is now gone. In fact, Focaccia moved it into their sit-down restaurant practically overnight, without much as a sign saying that they were closing. Very quickly, the spot became M and E, a schawarma shop that mostly serves as a take-out restaurant (there is one small table plus counter […]
If I had to choose one favourite Ontario farm-fresh product during the summer months, I would have to give it to peaches! Ontario peaches are a sweet, healthy way to compliment a summer meal. Peaches are little nutritional powerhouses, rich in Vitamins C and A, and full of potassium, fluoride, and iron. The best part: […]
Hot salads may seem like an oxymoron, but they are a quickly rising trend, and are delectable as they are impressive. When creating a hot salad, cooks must consider many factors; which greens and vegetables are able to stand up to heat? Which cheeses compliment warm dressings? While it may take a bit of experimentation […]
With spring around the corner, it’s time to think about lighter, healthier meal options that will still satisfy even the hungriest dinner guest. Dinner salads are a great alternative to a heavy meal, and are a quick and easy option. They are simple enough to prepare for your family after work, but impressive enough to […]
