Microplastics: “We Already Know Enough To Act…”
Every week, it seems there’s another study out there about the danger from microplastics to our health. They’re classed as ‘forever’ pol-lutants which build up in our systems, poten-tially causing serious consequences to a wide range of organs…Read More →
The Power Of Pairing: Greater Than The Simple Sum…
Some foods are good for you on their own – but so much better if paired with nutritionally complemen-tary foods. Have you tried Avo-cado with your Eggs? Whole Grain Bread with Peanut Butter? Eggs with Fresh Berries? Car-rots with Olive Oil?Read More →
Fats Still Have The Power To Fake Us Out!
We thought we had fats figured out. But now researchers say they’ve peeled back another layer of the onion and found something en-tirely unsuspected. A ‘good’ fat found in Olive Oil that may actually have the power to make us obese…Read More →
Ottawa Resto Institution Prepping To Celebrate 60th!
You don’t hear too much from Ottawa-based Tex-Mex restaurant Lone Star Grill. But it’s been out there for almost 60 years, quietly setting records and creating new fans of classics such as Cervesa Corona, its famous Fajitas, and its house-made Chips and Salsa…Read More →
Fajitas: Bring Home The True Taste Of Tex-Mex!
There’s a reason Tex-Mex southwestern food remains a distinct cultural and dining exper-ience. Some say it’s the atmosphere of restos that style themselves repositories of the Tex-Mex tradition. I, personally, believe it’s all in the marinade…Read More →
Sunday Musings: Is Hot Sauce The New Ketchup?
Times change. And we change with the times. But how MUCH do they – and we – change? I would not have thought that – during my lifetime – Ketchup would be eclipsed by red chili sauce as the red condiment for all seasons and all reasons!Read More →
Fast Food Week: Quick Service Restaurant and Snacks News…
The focus is heavily on Desserts & Snacks this week… With a secondary focus on Novelties and Events. But don’t overlook Arby’s new Angus Cheesesteak (even if it does look more like a ‘Sloppy Angus’). And remember to mark the 60th Anniversary of the Bom-Pop!Read More →
‘Added Protein’ Not Needed By Most Western Diners
Researchers say most of us don’t have to worry about whether they’re getting enough protein every day. And added-protein pro-cessed foods may be a total waste of money. Unless you’re a body builder – or clinically malourished!Read More →