If you’re looking to grow fresh, organic sprouts and microgreens at home, Mumm’s Sprouting Seeds is a top-tier resource. This Canadian, family-run business offers a wide selection of certified organic, non-GMO seeds, along with sprouting kits, equipment, and educational materials. Lisa Mumm shares the story of her family’s organic farm, which began in the 1970s […]
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Since we’re in Newfoundland this week on our culinary journey, we also wanted to introduce you to Dawn Baker’s My Island Garden: Ornamental Gardening in Atlantic Canada, a heartfelt, informative, and visually stunning celebration of east coast gardening. Written and illustrated by Baker herself, this book is a vibrant blend of personal gardening memoir and
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
Our cookbook this week explores Acadian cuisine so its fitting that we look at Jan Feduck’s Dining Out With History: At Atlantic Canada’s Historic Sites…an irresistible fusion of travel, culture, and cuisine. This book is more than just a guide—it’s a celebration of the communities and food traditions that shaped Atlantic Canada, all delivered with
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Yummies in a Jar is a charming online store specializing in gourmet preserves and artisanal products, nestled in the heart of Muskoka, Ontario. Founded in 1992 by Lynn Murden, the company offers a delightful array of jams, jellies, and condiments crafted with care and creativity. https://www.yummiesinajar.com/ The website’s design is straightforward and user-friendly, allowing visitors
This week, our culinary travels take us to Gander, Newfoundland to meet Nicole, mastermind behind The Newfoundland Tea Company brand. What began as a small inn and restaurant, Freshwater Inn & Bistro in Gambo, evolved into Bistro on Roe in Gander in 2006—a beloved gathering place for food lovers seeking freshly prepared meals in Central
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My parents, both of Slavic heritage, would travel to the west coast, exploring British Columbia and California and visiting Doukhobor communities. Having fled their war-torn homelands, they were drawn to these often-misunderstood people, whose deep-rooted religious beliefs and commitment to peace resonated with them. Vera Maloff’s Our Backs Warmed by the Sun: Memories of a
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Kristine Kowalchuk’s Preserving on Paper: Seventeenth-Century Englishwomen’s Receipt Books is a fascinating exploration of domestic knowledge, food culture, and women’s intellectual contributions in early modern England. This meticulously edited volume brings together three previously unpublished manuscript receipt books, offering readers a rare glimpse into the lives of seventeenth-century Englishwomen through their handwritten recipes, medical remedies,
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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 parents who ran a small restaurant in Canada. With raw honesty and emotional depth, Phan explores the intersection of cultural identity, familial expectations, and the often-unspoken sacrifices of first-generation immigrants.
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 with their mother, Ruth, they perfected their inaugural flavor, Original Blend (now Buttery Herb and Garlic), and began introducing their creation to local markets. Their dedication has propelled TWIGZ into
