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Sunday Musings: All This Fuss Over An Egg Salad Sandwich?

2026-03-01
By: Maggie
On: March 1, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Food News, Food Tips

I know. I’ve been wondering about it myself. I love Egg Salad as much as the next person. But I can’t help thinking there’s something unnatural about the current craze for Japan-ese Egg Salad. Is this stuff really that special? Or am totally out of touch?Read More →

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‘Cookbook” Or ‘Cook Book’? Or Something Else Altogether?

2026-02-24
By: Maggie
On: February 24, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Foodie Life Lessons

People keep asking me which version is right: Is it ‘cookbook’, ‘cook book’, or something else altogether? I’ve seen both used in what I con-sidered authoritative publications. But it took some digging to get to the real, honest, true answer to that question…Read More →

Stephen Colbert’s Cook Book: ‘Does This Taste Funny?’

2026-02-23
By: Maggie
On: February 23, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food

The name ‘Stephen Colbert’ makes many folks think of many different things. But mostly, he’s known as an incisive, amusing late night talk show host. But did you know he’s also an avid cook? And now, Stephen Colbert has his own cookbook!Read More →

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The Secret(s) Behind Waffle House Scrambled Eggs!

2026-02-23
By: Maggie
On: February 23, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Comfort Food

Millions of folks have enjoyed the Scrambled Eggs at Waffle House over the years. Yours truly included. And many of us have won-dered how they get them to come out so light and fluffy. Wonder no more! AllRecipes con-tributor Sarra Sedghi reveals all…Read More →

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Non-Cocoa Chocolate: The Solution to ‘Chocflation’?

2026-02-20
By: Maggie
On: February 20, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Food News

‘Choclfation’. That’s what some melodramatic journalists have dubbed the historic increase in chocolate prices over the past few years. Bur chocolate giants such as Lindt and Her-shey are actively exploring alternatives to the climate-sensitive cocoa bean…Read More →

Nanaimo Bars - 300 - © 2025 Robert Billington

Canadiana: Nanaimo Bars – Nothing Else Quite Like Them!

2026-02-20
By: Maggie
On: February 20, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Food Tips

The Nanaimo Bar is a no-bake refrigerated treat that’s as Canadian as Mounties and Maple Leaves. And anybody can make a perfect pan with just a little practice! The flavour is unique – but you’ll remember the luscious dark chocolate base long after…Read More →

Sourdough Bread - © 2024 - theperfectloaf.com

Why Your Sourdough Never Tastes Quite The Same Twice

2026-02-19
By: Maggie
On: February 19, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Food Tips

Do you do Sourdough? I do. Does your sour-dough’s flavour change over time? Mine does. And I’ve discovered why. And I don’t think there’s any way to avoid the phenomenon. It’s just another case of Mother Nature taking her immutable and majestic course…Read More →

Split Pea Soup - © 2026 Habitant - Campbell's

Canadiana: Authentic French Canadian Split Pea Soup!

2026-02-18
By: Maggie
On: February 18, 2026
In: Chef Secrets, Food Tips

‘Habitant’ is a French Canadian slang word denoting a down-to-earth, close-to-the-earth traditional Quebecer. It’s the nickname of the NHL Montreal Canadiens. It’s also the name of the Canadian brand that brought French Can-adian Split Pea Soup to the world.Read More →

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