Canadian Cookbooks

Growing your own medicine is empowering—learn how with plant activists Dan Jason and Rupert Adams. Many common, easy-to-grow plants can energize or soothe, stimulate the immune system, aid in sleep or digestion, help to heal injuries, change blood pressure, reverse inflammation, soothe a sore throat—and more. But how do you find or grow them, and […]

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from Butter and Flower This recipe is easier than discussing politics while stoned (or sober). My husband’s family is from Northern Ireland, and a bread called “wheaten” that tastes like whole wheat banana-free banana loaf, is always on the table. These toasts taste similar, and they’re even better slathered with homemade spinach artichoke dip. Suggested

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From Medicinal Perennials  Here’s a recipe from Dan Jason for the best coffee substitute going: Dig up Dandelion roots after the plants have gone to seed. Cut or chop the roots into small pieces less than an inch long. It is best to do this as soon as possible after harvesting the roots or they

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As the cannabis industry continues to expand, it’s not just about rolling joints or vaping anymore. Cannabis enthusiasts are exploring new ways to incorporate this versatile herb into their daily lives. Butter and Flower: Cannabis-Infused Recipes and Stories for the Cannacurious by Ann Allchin, who has a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and English and

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Our growing season is going into hibernation, but like all good gardeners, our attention turns to planning for next year’s garden creativity. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to forget the profound healing potential that lies right outside our doors. Medicinal Perennials: To Know and Grow by Dan Jason and Rupert Adams is a captivating

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What does it mean to be nourished? Nothing could be more basic than food. However, food is only one part of the concept of nourishment, but it has consumed our focus and eclipsed something far more critical for thriving—connection. We have lost sight of the fact that feeding our families is about human relationship and

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With her “simple is best” approach to feeding kids, Korean Canadian mother of two Jane Kim Nicholson balances taste, nutrition, and fun in this collection of recipes and presentation ideas that will have even the pickiest of eaters saying, “More, please!”. An extension of her wildly successful Instagram page and blog “Food Kids Love,” More, Please! offers

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from More, Please! Halloween night can be bustling with energy and excitement, and sometimes, a simple, no-fuss platter dinner is what’s called for. Make it fun, balanced, filling, and not too complicated. Here, I prepared easy chicken nuggets, crackers and cheese, guacamole, and a variety of fruit and vegetables. Add some fun by adding candied

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Parenting is an ever-evolving world and the quest to provide healthy and appealing meals for our little ones is a journey that parents often embark upon with both enthusiasm and trepidation. Enter More, Please! – a delightful cookbook by the renowned Food Kids Love blogger, Jane Kim Nicholson. With its promise of making mealtime enjoyable

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Our world is filled with fast-paced lifestyles and endless distractions and the importance of nurturing authentic connections and fostering a healthy relationship with food has never been more crucial. Dr. Deborah MacNamara’s book, Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids (And Everyone Else We Love), offers a profound exploration of these essential aspects of

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