You Can Smell Fall In The Air…
That’s what my dad used to say when the fist cooler nights of September came through. And I believe it. There’s a definite tinge to the fall air – maybe just a hint of frost – that leaves a clear impression: We should be resurrecting some traditional cooler-weather dishes…Read More →
Fast Food Week!
McDonald’s leads the Fast Food (Quick Service Restaurant) news this week, followed closely by Burger King with a new meal deal, while Starbuck’s and Dairy Queen launch new beverage specialties. Meanwhile, Krispy Kreme brings back Chocolate Glaze and Pizza Hut promos the NFL…Read More →
Red Meat & Dairy Can Be Good For you!
In an address to the fellow researchers at the European Society of Cardiology conference in Munich, Germany, Dr. Andrew Mente of McMaster University declared that Red Meat and Dairy products can be part of a healthy diet. In fact, he said, they can apparently help you live longer…Read More →
Diabetes Update: Good News, Bad News
Doctors and health care system administrators agree that type 2 diabetes is becoming a major problem. It’s also generally agreed that diet is a major factor in developing the disease, but a new study shows that other lifestyle factors may have a role in promoting type 2 diabetes…Read More →
Tim Horton’s Seizes Franchises
It’s the latest shot in the war between Tim Horton’s head office and a so-called ‘renegade’ group of franchisees. Horton’s Head Office has seized four Tim’s stores from the president of the organization that’s taking the corporate owners to court over alleged breach of promise after the takeover…Read More →
Survey: Consumers Favour Taxes On Plastic
There’s been a great deal of noise in the the Food-O-Sphere lately about the damage discarded plastic packaging is doing to the environment. Major Fast Food chains are reducing or eliminating their use of plastic, but consumers say a tax on plastic packaging is needed…Read More →