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 handcrafted, small-batch sauces are vegan, gluten-free, and made from high-quality, natural ingredients, reflecting a commitment to authenticity and health. Years ago, during a daring adventure to Binh Ba, an island […]
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 diabetes through natural, diet-based strategies. Fung, a renowned nephrologist and expert in intermittent fasting, presents a compelling case that challenges conventional medical approaches to diabetes management. Please consult your doctor
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 personal aspirations. As the eldest son in a Chinese immigrant family, Johnny is expected to support his parents and work in their struggling restaurant, The Red Pagoda. However, he dreams
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 world inundated with information about what to eat and what to avoid, navigating the realm of nutrition can be a daunting task. Dr. Chris Labos, in his book Does Coffee
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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 savoring it. Blending personal anecdotes with practical insights, the book is as much a memoir as it is a manual for those seeking a deeper connection with their meals and
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 and memories—beautifully layered like the Russian nesting dolls they resemble—echo the complexities of family, history, and identity. For me, the book’s intimate portrayal of Slavic heritage and the legacy of
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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 celebrating the resilience and vibrancy of the East Prairie Métis Settlement in Alberta. The book offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of the Métis people, chronicling their struggles, achievements,
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“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 Shepherd’s Sight: A Farming Life, an evocative, deeply personal glimpse into the joys and challenges of rural living. Through poetic prose and vivid storytelling, McLean chronicles her life as a
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 pastry and culinary artistry, set against the backdrop of Montreal. The memoir details Roig’s transformative year at the esteemed Pearson School of Culinary Arts, where she immersed herself in the
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 and soul of Christmas in the Maritimes and Newfoundland. Through its diverse collection of stories, the book offers readers a rich tapestry of traditions, emotions, and experiences that evoke the
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