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Canada is not only a beautiful and desirable place to live, it’s history can be found in cook books and recipes.

Join us as we explore the Canadian culinary landscape.

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Restaurant Kid

Rachel Phan’s Restaurant Kid: A Memoir of Family and Belonging is a deeply personal and poignant reflection on growing up as the child of immigrant

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TWIGZ

In 2019, siblings Ashley, Mark, and Kirk transformed a family Christmas dinner conversation into TWIGZ Craft Pretzels, aiming to redefine the traditional pretzel experience. Collaborating

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Chai Jinxed

Chai Jinxed by Emi Pinto is a delightful middle-grade fantasy novel that blends magic, humor, and heartfelt lessons about self-belief and perseverance. Set in a

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Finding Hearthstone

In Finding Hearthstone: A Taste of Wilderness, author Cathy Sosnowsky presents a poignant memoir that intertwines the raw beauty of British Columbia’s coastal wilderness with

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Sometimes I Eat With My Hands

Kid Haile’s debut children’s book, Sometimes I Eat with My Hands, is a delightful exploration of cultural traditions, family bonds, and the joy of shared

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A Conspiracy of Chickens

In A Conspiracy of Chickens: A Memoir, David Waltner-Toews takes readers on a delightful and thought-provoking journey through the lens of his experiences with a

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Growing Under Cover

Niki Jabbour’s Growing Under Cover: Techniques for a More Productive, Weather-Resistant, Pest-Free Vegetable Garden is an insightful guide that empowers gardeners to enhance their vegetable

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Poutine

Justin Giovannetti Lamothe’s Poutine: A Deep-Fried Road Trip of Discovery is a mouthwatering and thought-provoking culinary journey across Canada that explores one of the country’s

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Rude Mama

Rude Mama Hot Sauce, a Toronto-based brand, offers a vibrant selection of sauces that pay homage to traditional Vietnamese flavors while introducing innovative twists. Their

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The Diabetes Code

Dr. Jason Fung’s The Diabetes Code: Prevent and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes Naturally is a game-changing exploration of how to prevent and reverse type 2

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Johnny Delivers

Johnny Delivers by Wayne Ng is a compelling coming-of-age novel set in 1977 Toronto, where 18-year-old Johnny Wong grapples with family obligations, cultural expectations, and

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Does Coffee Cause Cancer?

There’s been a tidal wave of pseudoscience and misinformation around health and food since the pandemic, supporting a billion dollar “natural” health industry. In a

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Hearty

Andrea Bennett’s Hearty: On Cooking, Eating and Growing Food for Pleasure and Substance is a celebration of food in all its forms—growing, cooking, sharing, and

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The Matryoshka Memoirs

In The Matryoshka Memoirs, Sasha Colby opens the doors to her family’s stories with a tenderness and grit that kept me enthralled. The intergenerational relationships

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Memories of a Metis Settlement

Edited by Constance Brissenden, Memories of a Métis Settlement: Eighty Years of East Prairie Métis Settlement is a rich tapestry of stories, photographs, and history

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Shepherd’s Sight

“While shepherds watched their flocks by night” is a lovely carol at this time of year and makes for the perfect segue to Barbara McLean’s

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Butter Cream

Butter Cream: A Year in a Montreal Pastry School by Denise Roig is a deliciously engaging read that invites readers into the world of French

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An Orange from Portugal

The anthology An Orange from Portugal: Christmas Stories from the Maritimes and Newfoundland, edited by Anne Simpson, is a literary gem that captures the heart

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She is Hope for Wildlife

During the pandemic, my family streamed the entire Hope for Wildlife TV series and fell in love with the woman and work that inspired a

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Søbrii

Søbrii began in 2017 when founder Bob Huitema, inspired by his background in farming and the food industry, set out to create a non-alcoholic spirit

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Holiday Gift Guide 2024

Searching for the perfect gift for the foodie in your life? Or maybe you’re on the hunt for an unforgettable hostess gift? Look no further!

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In Form

Today is Remembrance Day and what better way to appreciate our history but to step back into the past through a sculpture. Ruth Abernethy’s In

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Home

Beth Powning’s Home: Chronicle of a North Country Life is a lyrical, meditative exploration of place, identity, and belonging. Set in the maritime landscape of

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Awe-samosas!

We celebrate the amazing work of Bhagya Madanasinghe, a Sri Lankan-Canadian illustrator of Awe-samosas! Bhagya brings her love for colorful, expressive art to the world

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InstaCake Cards

InstaCake Cards offers a delightful twist on traditional greeting cards by combining a card with all the ingredients needed to bake a personal cake. These

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Mixed-Up Mooncakes

Mixed-Up Mooncakes is a delightful and heartwarming children’s book that celebrates both diversity and tradition. Written by Christina Matula and Erica Lyons, this story follows

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A Spice Affair

A Spice Affair is a premium spice company based in Montreal, offering a wide range of seasonings, spice blends, and herbs that cater to various

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Making Up the Gods

I love being introduced to new (to me) Canadian authors that expand my emotional and intellectual perspectives…I want to feel and learn something from every

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Le Dolci Culinary Classroom

Le Dolci offers an array of engaging culinary classes in Toronto, perfect for both beginners and more experienced bakers. Their classes range from introductory to

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National Brunch Day

September 15 is National Brunch Day. To inspire your celebration of the iconic contribution to the culinary world, let’s explore the significance of the quintessential

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Fresh Grown

Andrea Kristin’s Fresh Grown: Essential Guide to Use, Store + Make the Most of Your Vegetables is a comprehensive resource that transforms the way readers

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McIntosh Mugs

McIntosh Mugs offers an impressive collection of fine bone china mugs, renowned for their artistic and aesthetic appeal. Their website features a wide range of

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Sunset Lake Resort

Thanks to River Street Writing, I received a copy of this book for review…and loved it. https://www.riverstreetwriting.com/ Joanne Jackson’s Sunset Lake Resort is a compelling

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