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Chocolate Oatmeal - 300 - © 2026 Justine Doiron

Chocolate Oatmeal Is A ‘Thing’ – And It’s A Healthy Thing!

2026-07-03
By: Maggie
On: July 3, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food, Food Tips

I thought the reference to Chocolate Oatmeal was a left-field, Internet one-off. Then I start-ed performing due diligence, researching the phenomenon. And it turns out that Chocolate Oatmeal is a real ‘thing… And it’s still good for you!Read More →

Fresh Cracked Eggs at Tims - © 2021 Tim Hortons

A Comprehensive Guide To The Egg. Oeuf. Huevo…

2026-07-01
By: Maggie
On: July 1, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Food Tips

This is exactly the post I’ve been thinking about writing for years. But never got around to… Now, the American Egg Board (AEB) offers essential egg facts in one place! I still have questions about some of their tips. And some additions…Read More →

Strawberry Sheet Cake - single - © 2018 Jessie Sheehan

Simple Summer Desserts: Strawberry Fantasia Sheet Cake

2026-07-01
By: Maggie
On: July 1, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food

Specially for Canada Day! A red-and-white dessert that also celebrates Strawberry season… And its so fast and easy that you won’t miss a moment of the fun on our National Day. Just set aside 10 minutes to prep, and bake…Read More →

Maraş Dondurma - lighter - © 2026 Maureen O'Hare - CNN

Maraş Dondurma: Turkish Melt-Resistent Ice Cream!

2026-06-29
By: Maggie
On: June 29, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food

We showcased a story not too long ago about how a celebrity sweets fan created a melt-proof ice cream. As if it was something new and revolutionary. Turns out they’ve been making natural, melt-resistant ice cream in Turkey for generations!Read More →

Massimo Buttura © 2026 reportergourmet.com

Save That Bread! Repurpose Our Most-Wasted Food

2026-06-26
By: Maggie
On: June 26, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Food Tips, Foodie Life Lessons

I’m often amazed by ‘tips’ and ‘Hacks’ younger food writers feel the need to tell the world about – when they’re just reemerging ancient and venerable kitchen wisdom. Case in point: Repurposing stale bread as multi-talented Bread Crumbs.Read More →

Pão de Queijo - 300 - © 2017 bazilliankitchenabroad.com

Pão De Queijo: Soft, Chewy Brazillian Cheese Buns

2026-06-25
By: Maggie
On: June 25, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food, Food Tips

If you’re at all like me, you believe the bread is just as important as the filling in a sand-wich. And I’m always looking for interesting new breads to add to my repertoire. Especially savouries… Enter: Pão de Queijo – Brazilian Cheese Bread!Read More →

Haggis Bob-Bon - 300 - © 2021 scottishscran.com

Haggis Bon-Bons: An Updated, Palatable Haggis Treat

2026-06-24
By: Maggie
On: June 24, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food, Food Tips

Say ‘Haggis’ to anyone but a born-and-bred Scottsman (or woman), and you’ll probably get one of the most quizzical, abhorrent, nauseated reactions you’ve ever seen. But now there’s something completely different: Newstalgized Haggis Bon-Bons!Read More →

The Single Best Way To Thaw Frozen Ground Beef

2026-06-18
By: Maggie
On: June 18, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food, Food Tips

And not just ground beef – anything frozen that you can’t wait for to thaw more slowly in the fridge. There are a number of methods in common use – some much safer than others. Here’s the best way to quick-thaw ground beef…Read More →

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