Tips and tricks for eating healthy during the holiday season

 Although this holiday season will be like no other we have ever had there is still a strong sense of wanting to celebrate. We are looking forward to the holidays with its festive foods and taking time to connect with friends and family, even though we will be forced to do our

DIY – Infused olive oils at a fraction of the price of gourmet shops

 Herb-infused olive oil is a simple and tasty way to add flavour to any dish. Extremely versatile, it can be used for cooking, salad dressings and marinades as well as a condiment to coat your food with delicious notes of herbs, citrus, garlic or spices. Since these fancy bottles can

Save time on baking with this simple cupcake recipe

 Most Canadians say they enjoy spending time baking, but wish it took less time, according to a recent survey by Becel. Try these tips to add love to your baking without taking time out of your day. ? Keep ingredients in one cupboard to make clean up and prep a

New twist on a classic taste

 This take on a juicy burger uses melted mozzarella, fresh mushrooms and caramelized onions for a delicious result. Using the blend-and-extend technique of combining mushrooms with ground beef provides an extra serving of vegetables, boosts flavour and adds a serving of vitamin D. Recipe Courtesy of: James to Jamie Mushroom

Breakfast, snack and dessert, granola treats you can feel good about

 If you and your family love granola bars but are suspicious about the ingredients they contain – namely high-fructose corn syrups, unnecessary additives, preservatives and bad for you hydrogenated oils – you'll be happy to know that making your own is easy. Granola bars make an epic on-the-go breakfast, snack

Fan of Ice Cream? You’ll Love COWS Creamery Cheeses

 February is the time to celebrate LOVE – the love of artisan cheese, that is, through Savvy Cool Curds –Canada’s only artisan cheese-of-the-month club. We are udderly in love and absolutely crazy for the craft cow’s milk cheddars you’ll discover, sent with TLC from the hardworking team at COWS Creamery

Become an Urban Griller

 Love to grill but live in an apartment? No problem! The Weber Q Electric Grill series by Weber suits the space of any urban grill fanatic. Grilling has never been easier than with an electric grill! Designed with the urban griller in mind, the Electric Q is ideal for apartment

Portable grills for BIG outdoor fun!

 If you are looking for the perfect on-the-go grill for camping, tailgating or taking to the beach or on a picnic, then look no further! The 2015 Weber Canadian GrillWatch Survey reveals that Canadians are heavy outdoor grillers with over 40% grilling away from home. With that in mind, Weber-Stephen,

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

 Looking for a fun summer appetizer? Try Nanny Hudson's sweet and sour meatball recipe! Prep Time: 20 minutes Makes: 6 to 8 servings Cook Time: 50 minutes Ingredients Meatballs: 1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef 1/4 cup (60 mL) gluten-free breadcrumbs 1/4 cup (60 mL) grated onion 1 egg, beaten 1 clove

Oven Baked Chicken and Pepper Pasta

 Pasta salads are perfect for summer parties on the patio! Bring Nanny Hudson's chicken and pepper pasta to your next BBQ. Prep Time: 15 minutes Makes: 4 to 6 servings Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients Oven Baked Chicken: Pasta: 1 lb (500 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed 1 cup (250 mL) Nanny

Sweet and Spicy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwich

 Nanny Hudson's pulled pork recipe is tender and tasty with a bit of a kick! Try it with a coleslaw salad and don't forget the napkins! Prep Time: 20 minutes Makes: 6 servings Cook Time: 5 hours 15 minutes Ingredients Pulled Pork: 3 1/2 lb (1.6 kg) pork shoulder or butt roast (bone-in), trimmed

Meet Your New Favourite Burger

 Combining the salty zing of bacon, the intensity of blue cheese and a hefty dose of ground chicken, all wrapped in a smoky blanket from perfect grilling, these burgers are a hit. Whether you’re serving them at your next dinner party or on a quiet Sunday night, smoked chicken burgers

Apple Maple Pork Ribs

 Get your slow cooker out and then get ready to grill. Nanny Hudson has a delicious ribs recipe for you! Enjoy this sweet and saucy dinner with the whole family. Prep Time: 20 minutes Makes: 4 to 6 servings Cook Time: 3 hours and 15 minutes Ingredients 1 bottle (375 mL) 1/2 cup

Grill the Perfect Steak

 Steaks are great for any season but you don’t have to go out to a restaurant to enjoy a mouth-watering cut. Weber has tips for grilling the perfect steak no matter how you like it cooked and for any kind of cut. To start, there are certain things you should

Poached Salmon with Persimon® Lime Salsa

 Recipe courtesy of Persimon® Step up your salmon dish with Persimon® salsa. Poaching the salmon allows an infusion of flavour and renders a moist piece of fish. This salsa adds kick and is a wonderful way to enhance any protein dish be it fish, chicken or pork. Makes 4 servings

Spicy Shrimp Gumbo

 This spicy and textured gumbo tastes best served hot over a bit of rice. It also makes for great leftovers! Recipe courtesy of SideChef blogger Sami Berger Makes 4-6 servings Adapted from William and Sonoma cookbook. You can easily add other seafood or protein to the gumbo, just make sure to add them with just enough time

Shrimp and Rice Croquettes

 Recipe courtesy of the USA Rice Federation Impress your guests with the latest must-have app: flavourful croquette appetizers. Shrimp, feta and peas are fused together with short grain rice in an easy to prepare recipe that can be made up to two weeks ahead. This is a must-make recipe for

Maple Cinnamon French Toast

 Recipe created by author Kathy Smart, North America’s Gluten Free Expert, courtesy of Udi’s Gluten-Free. Coconut milk gives this Cinnamon French toast with Canadian maple syrup an unexpected twist. Gluten free, and perfect for a cozy breakfast. Serves 1. Ingredients: 2 pieces of Udi’s Whole Grain Bread or Millet and

Udi’s Kid Friendly Turkey Quinoa Meatball Hoagie

 Recipe courtesy of Udi's Gluten Free. This kid-approved meal is a hit with people of all ages. Kids love the meatballs with tomato sauce and cheese – healthy items, like quinoa and mushrooms, get parents’ nutritional stamp of approval. Serves 6 Ingredients: 6 Udi’s Classic Hot Dog Buns      

Burger of the Week: Spicy Jalapeño and Bacon Cheeseburger

 Happy Burger Day! That's right, today is a day to celebrate the existence of a juicy, delicious patty, topped any way you please. What are your favourite burger toppings? Here at OLM, we prefer a burger with a kick. So to celebrate Burger Day, we are adding toppings that will

Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese and Fresh Dill Appetizers

 Recipe courtesy of Udi’s Gluten Free. Serves 2 The classic cream cheese, local smoked salmon and fresh dill combination is delightfully transformed with a simple twist: fresh lemon zest in every bite. Food styling suggestions White plate with focus on the contrast between pink salmon and green dill, adding a fresh

Burger of the Week: Cabo Beach Cheeseburger

 Who couldn't use a vacation? You don't have to be in Cabo to experience a little taste! With the weather finally starting to share a bit of sunshine, why not bring Cabo to you with this easy, cheesy and delicious recipe! INGREDIENTS: 1 pound lean ground beef 4 slices bacon

Burger of the Week: Feta-Stuffed Burgers with Romesco Sauce

 A Spanish twist on a BBQ staple. Burgers don't only have to be beef! Switch it up with these delicious lamb burgers topped with a beautiful Romesco sauce. Ay caramba, are these ever good! Ingredients: SAUCE 1 head garlic Extra-virgin olive oil 1 large red bell pepper 1 large plum

Expect the Unexpected

 While summer barbecues elicit thoughts of juicy burgers, mouth-watering steaks and fall-of-the-bone chicken, your grill is capable of more than just, well, grilling. Those grates don’t only need to be used for slabs of meat (although that generally is a very good use for them). Getting their creative juices flowing,

Kale, Brown Rice and Butternut Salad

 Recipe courtesy of USA Rice Federation. Kale and brown rice are a match made in nutritional heaven. Toss in crunchy slivers of butternut squash and drizzle with this refreshing dressing for a delicious, impressive salad that is ideal for the summer or fall, lunch or dinner, any day of the