Curry? A German tradition? Yes, and no… But there’s a good story behind how this appar-ently alien dish earned a place of honour on the annual Octoberfest menu. Like SPAM in the Philippines, Curry Ketchup has its roots in the post WW II era…Read More →
One otherwise ordinary afternoon, a woman called Rosco’s Pizza in Union, Michigan, and asked, “Do you have any food you throw away at the end of the night?” Manager Shanna Crice had to disappoint the anonymous caller. But the call gave her an idea…Read More →
Kraft has just announced a new Mac and Cheese product – without the Mac. It’s of-ficially dubbed Kraft Mac & Cheese Cheesy Ramen. And it’s more than just another new M&C format. It’s the first shot in what could be an all-out invasion of the Ramen ‘space’…Read More →
Alsace is a tiny principality on the border between France and Germany. For more than 1,000 years, it’s refrained from pledging allegiance to either neighbour. But Alsatian ‘White Pizza’ – Tarte Flambée – is a favourite at Octoberfest…Read More →
We reported, not long ago, that California was readying new laws mandating clearer label-ling of UPFs. Governor Gavin Newsom has now signed a whole bundle of bills designed to protect the health of Californians – especially kids…Read More →
We often talk about pasta as a ‘blank can-vasses’ on which the creative cook can paint their own personal flavour picture. But po-tatoes are just as versatile! And today’s recipe demonstrates beau-tifully how spuds can soak up flavour…Read More →
There’s a word you probably haven’t heard before – unless you are from Germany, or have been to an authentic Octoberfest party. It’s the real, original name for Beer Cheese dip. And you can make the real deal at home in minutes…Read More →
Time to brag about my home town’s accomp-lishments again! We’ve showcased Ottawa’s Food Bank, and the Ottawa Mission, which shelters and feeds the street people. Now, it’s time to spotlight the À la Carte Program, which ‘rescues’ meals for those in need…Read More →