In the US it’s ‘Kraft Mac & Cheese’. In Canada, it’s always (to my recollection) been plain old ‘Kraft Dinner’. Whatever you call it, it’s always had Cheese sauce. But now, in a historic move, Kraft is launching new ‘NotMac & Cheese’, using plant-based products…Read More →
We recently explored how how specific amino acids trigger the umami taste on our palates. Now, we take note of research that claims simply eating less of another specific amino acid may help us live longer, healthier lives. And there’s an obesity connection…Read More →
McDonald’s has dabbled in spin-offs in the past. Also in collaborations with other, non-burger Fast Food operations. But none of those efforts paid off. Now, McD’s is creating its own spin-off resto – CosMc’s. The concept is a little bit vintage McD’s – and a lot new…Read More →
Earlier this week, we shared one reporter’s insight into ‘a different’ Guy Fieri. But now, almost as if someone thought a contrasting view was needed, we get word that fiery Guy has signed a new $100 million contract with The Food Network (TFN)…Read More →
Sorry ‘sides’ fans: No sides on our best-of-the-best rundown this week… But we have 5 great Mains and 7 extraordinary Snacks and Beverages for you. And for you Jerky fans out there, we’re delighted to announce the return of Jack’s Links’ Big Bag O Beef…Read More →
A new study from the University of Bristol (UK) says some of our assumptions about why we choose to eat the foods we do may be fundamentally wrong. Researchers were particularly curious to see how average folks feel about Processed Foods…Read More →
I’m delighted to add a new (quasi-regular) post type to our repertoire. Introducing: Local Restaurant Reviews. There’s been a relatively recent influx of great new restos in south-west Ottawa. And I’m itching to introduce them and their cuisines to you!Read More →
Time for an update on minor – yet intriguing – news items from the McDonald’s file. We have the resolution of a lawsuit I wasn’t even aware of, a rant over ‘price creep’ in the ‘Dollar Menu’, and the return of an old friend. Or nemesis, depending…Read More →