CANADIANS + FOOD

Every so often, a children’s book comes along that feels just as exciting for adults as it does for kids. Amanda Swinimer’s The Science & Superpowers of Seaweed: A Guide for Kids is one of those rare gems. On the surface, it’s a guide to an often-overlooked plant of the sea—but once you start reading, […]

Jack and Mary in the Land of Thieves by Andy Jones and illustrated by Darka Erdelj is a whimsical, warm-hearted folktale that captures the spirit of classic storytelling with a fresh, inventive twist. This richly imagined tale, the third in Jones’s beloved Jack Tales series, invites readers into a world where luck, love, and a

There’s something undeniably magical about opening a jar that feels like a story in a jar, and that’s the very first sensation you get when you explore Twisted Fork Preserves Co. — the vibrant preserve line born from the kitchen of a beloved Alberta chef-owned restaurant. What started as demand from loyal diners for the

From the first page of Quack Quack: The Threat of Pseudoscience, Dr. Joe Schwarcz plays the charming host in a bustling kitchen of ideas, where he’s intent on debunking the dubious “recipes” that claim to heal, nourish, or enlighten without a shred of evidence. What he offers is not soul-soothing comfort food — but something

There are few pleasures as universal — and as endlessly versatile — as a good cup of tea. In Teatime Around the World, author Denyse Waissbluth and illustrator Chelsea O’Byrne take young readers (and the young at heart) on a global culinary exploration that proves tea is far more than a warm drink in a

The Hunger Crushing Combo Method by Abby Sharpe positions itself as an antidote to the all-or-nothing mentality that dominates diet culture. Rather than promoting restriction, calorie obsession, or moralizing food choices, Sharpe focuses on building meals that actually satisfy—physically and psychologically. The central premise is refreshingly simple: when meals include the right combination of macronutrients,

Not-So-Sweetie Pie is the third hilarious installment in the Weenie Featuring Frank and Beans graphic novel series by award-winning children’s author Maureen Fergus, with vibrant illustrations by Alexandra Bye. Perfectly pitched for early readers and fans of laugh-out-loud, character-driven comics like Narwhal and Jelly, this 56-page romp delivers equal parts silliness, chaos, and heart. The

There’s something deeply Canadian about planning a garden while snow piles up outside the window. As we hibernate through long winter months, seed catalogues become bedtime reading and dreams of fresh greens offer comfort against the cold. First published years ago, The Zero-Mile Diet: A Year-Around Guide to Growing Organic Food by Vancouver Island gardener

Some picture books feel instantly familiar—in the best possible way. Just Another Perfect Day is one of those warm, wonderfully chaotic family stories that makes parents nod knowingly while kids giggle at every page. Written by lifestyle personality Jillian Harris and her partner Justin Pasutto, and beautifully illustrated by Morgan Goble, this book is a

As a food lover who values both flavor and nourishment, I’m always on the hunt for culinary inspiration that pushes beyond recipes and into the heart of how we eat. Becoming Vegetarian by Vesanto Melina and Brenda Davis is one of those rare gems that satisfies the stomach, the mind, and the curiosity of anyone