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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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Naomi Duguid’s Taste of Persia: A Cook’s Travels Through Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, and Kurdistan is more than just a cookbook—it’s a beautifully woven tapestry of culture, history, and the deep connection between food and identity. Duguid, an expert in exploring the intersection of cuisine and heritage, takes readers on a journey through the diverse

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Eve-Lyne Auger’s Everything Tofu is a culinary exploration that seeks to demystify tofu and showcase its versatility in the kitchen. Published by Robert Rose in January 2025, this cookbook offers 79 unique recipes spanning breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, condiments, and desserts, aiming to elevate readers from tofu novices to aficionados. Auger, a Montreal-based culinary creator

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Amina Al-Saigh’s Souk to Table: Vibrant Middle Eastern Dishes for Everyday Meals is a culinary treasure that invites readers to explore the rich and diverse flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine. Drawing from her Iraqi heritage and experiences across the Middle East, Al-Saigh, known for her popular food blog Hungry Paprikas, presents a collection of 100

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If you’re looking for a way to simplify your meal planning while still eating healthy, Easy Meal Prep: Save Time and Eat Healthy with Over 75 Recipes by Erin Romeo is a fantastic resource. Known as the Food Prep Princess, Romeo shares practical, approachable meal-prepping techniques that make healthy eating accessible for everyone—whether you’re a

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