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Gatorade Gets Major Update To Fight Competition

2026-04-21
By: Maggie
On: April 21, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food News

Gatorade was the brain child of University scientists who wanted to create the perfect re-hydrating drink for their school’s football team. But it’s been copied and challenged by dozens of other brands over the years. And now, the Gator says it’s time for a revamp!Read More →

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Emeril Lagasse Shares His Cajun Seasoning Blend

2026-04-21
By: Maggie
On: April 21, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

I’ve been asking myself, in idle moments, “What ever became Emeril Lagassé?” Turns out he’s still going strong – just moved to networks I don’t get on my TV. And he’s re-cently shared his personal Cajun seasoning blend. But you’ll have to work for it!Read More →

The Prototype? Käsespätzle – German ‘Mac & Cheese’

2026-04-21
By: Maggie
On: April 21, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

Here’s another traditional dish ‘from away’ that could well be the ancestor of one we all know and love today. It’s Käsespätzle – which looks like Fettuccine Alfredo. However, by its ingredient list, it’s clearly something else: Behold German Mac and Cheese!Read More →

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Counterfeit, Diluted Quebec Maple Syrup Story: Chapter 2…

2026-04-20
By: Maggie
On: April 20, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food News, Food Tips

There are still more slimy details surfacing in the Quebec Maple Syrup Scandal. Now, there’s even more evidence that Steve Bourdeau was playing with legal and regulatory fire. Some cans of his syrup sold outside Quebec bear labels concealing their true origin!Read More →

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No Name Vs Brand Name: Can You Tell The Difference?

2026-04-20
By: Maggie
On: April 20, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

You can really save money by buying off-brand or no-name products! But are they the same quality? Are they nutritionally the same? And do they taste the same? One Canadian food blogger taste-tested no-name products against their brand name equive’s…Read More →

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Fast Food Week: Quick Service Restaurant And Snacks News!

2026-04-18
By: Maggie
On: April 18, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food News

Just an average turnout on the FFW Menu this week… But quality stuff, all-round! Wendy’s breaks a lingering news silence with two juicy Sandwich announcements. Shake Shack goes BOGO on its Korean Style Menu. And Nutella unveils new Peanut Flavour…Read More →

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Do These Legacy Restaurant Dishes Deserve A Comeback?

2026-04-17
By: Maggie
On: April 17, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Foodie Life Lessons

Never before have I seen such a ‘loaded’ food post headline! After reading the source story, I decided some of the legacy dishes they cite DO merit resurrection. I’ve spotlighted my fav-ourite oldies from their loooong list. I hope you like them, too…Read More →

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Grandma’s Hash Browns: More Than Meets The Eye

2026-04-17
By: Maggie
On: April 17, 2026
In: Comfort Food, Food Tips

I’m calling it ‘Sin on a fork’. This old-school hash Brown Casserole is too easy, too yummy and too – yes, sinful – for words. But we can all indulge once in a while without guilt, or worry about shortening out lives. And you’ll want to make it tonight!Read More →

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