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Spicing Up the Cariboo: Characters, Cultures & Cuisines of the Cariboo Chilcotin, authored by Margaret-Anne Enders, Marilyn Livingston, Tom Salley, and Bettina Schoen, is a captivating anthology that intertwines personal narratives with cherished recipes, offering a profound insight into the diverse cultural landscape of British Columbia’s Cariboo Chilcotin region. This 192-page collection, published by Caitlin […]

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Bill Jones’s The Deerholme Foraging Cookbook: Wild Ingredients and Recipes from the Pacific Northwest is a captivating blend of culinary artistry and nature exploration. This revised and expanded edition from TouchWood Editions showcases Jones’s deep-rooted expertise in foraging and his passion for the wild bounty of the Pacific Northwest. As a Michelin-trained chef based at

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Our culinary road trip takes us to the Prairies this week where we find a cookbook full of delectable Arab recipes. How unique! There are few experiences as enriching as exploring the fusion of traditional recipes and cultural heritage. Arab Cooking on a Prairie Homestead: Recipes and Recollections from a Syrian Pioneer by Habeeb Salloum

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We continue our cross-country culinary journey to Newfoundland this week. If you’re someone who believes a good meal can carry stories, memories, and even a bit of heritage, then Me Mudder’s Mudder’s Recipes: Hand-Me Downs from the Kitchens of Newfoundland and Labrador by Jennifer Leigh Hill will feel like home. This cookbook isn’t just a

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I’m away visiting the beautiful countryside of France, and indulging in the delectable food of Paris so won’t be posting any features on Monday, May 19/25. In my absence, I’d like you to taste some springtime recipes and win some yummy CANADIAN products I’ve enjoyed over the past few years. We have some very special

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Our cross-Canada culinary journey takes us to the land of Acadia where Simon Thibault is a Halifax-based journalist and radio producer whose work focuses on food. His written work has been featured in The Globe and Mail and East Coast Living. He has contributed to CBC Radio, and The Southern Foodways Alliance’s Gravy podcast. He was also a

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Our culinary road trip takes us to Ontario and a Hamilton-inspired bakery cookbook, Cake & Loaf Gatherings: Sweet and Savoury Recipes to Celebrate Every Occasion by Nickey Miller and Josie Rudderham offering a refreshing and heartfelt approach to creating unforgettable culinary experiences. As the duo behind the renowned (unfortunately now closed) Cake & Loaf Bakery,

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George House is 140 years old! To celebrate, take a trip to Dildo, Newfoundland and appreciate the history and culinary delights of this historic home. Book your experience at https://www.georgehousebnb.com/ If you’re an avid food enthusiast or a fan of comforting, homestyle recipes, then George House Heritage Bed and Breakfast Kitchen Recipes is a must-have

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This spring and summer, we’ll be highlighting regional cookbooks that encourage Canadians to embrace locally sourced ingredients. We hope these books inspire you to explore these areas and savor the culinary delights featured within them. Canada boasts a stunning landscape and a vibrant food community, offering plenty of reasons to take pride in our country’s

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If you’re looking for a cookbook that blends comfort food, humor, and a laid-back approach to entertaining, Renee Paquette’s Messy in the Kitchen: My Guide to Eating Deliciously, Hosting Fabulously and Sipping Copiously is a delightful addition to your kitchen shelf. Best known for her work as a WWE broadcaster and TV personality, Paquette brings

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