FDA Upping Priority On New ‘Caffeine Guidance’ Labelling
For the past few years, there’s been increasing criticism and concern around energy drinks that deliver a caffeine kick. There have even been deaths due to caffeine overdoses. Now, the US FDA is tightening its caffeine regs as a top priority…Read More →
North American Bee Keepers In Colony-Collapse Crisis
The situation has far-reaching implications. And could result in food shortages, with prices rocketing even higher. Beekeepers across the US and Canada are in what they call a colony collapse crisis. Crops that need to be pollinated by bees are at risk…Read More →
Chili Crisp: Concentrated Heat With A Fiery Crunch
If you’ve skimmed the social media food channels recently, you’ll have heard of Chili Crisp. It’s a new condiment that’s getting mega-buzz. And mixed reviews. So I’m pre-senting my usual fair, balanced report on the phenomenon to let you decide for yourself…Read More →
Food Processors Defeat ‘Addiction’ Claims Lawsuit
It was a victory for UPF makers; a defeat for consumers. Mega-UPF producers named in a recent lawsuit claiming their products caused disease have succeeded in having the claim thrown out. But there’s still another suit in the system…Read More →
Burger Toppings: Ditch the Ketchup and Mustard!
“How dare you?” I hear you huffing. How dare I suggest you change even one detail of your personal, long-cultivated burger-dressing ritual? Give me credit for good intentions, at least… I want to share one foodie’s suggestion for updating your patty slathers…Read More →
Newstalgized Rice & Beans: A Total Tex-Mex Skillet
Corn, Beans and Rice are ancient foundation stones of the Mexican and Central American diet. But there’s no rule that says they can’t be enjoyed in new ways. It’s faster, easier and more versatile to prep them all together, in one dish…Read More →
Canadian Fish & Chips Prices Soaring This Summer!
That is, if your favourite fish is Haddock… And that species is, in fact, preferred by the maj-ority of Fish & Chips aficionados. F&C restaur-ants across the Maritimes are reporting their fish costs have doubled or more in recent weeks…Read More →
Saffron Synergy: Exotic Spice Also Delivers Health Benefits!
Anyone interested in food will know what Saffron is. And will appreciate why it is so beloved as a flavouring. But did you know that Saffron also delivers a host of health benefits? What’s even better, you can get those benefits in a dietary supplement!Read More →