Last Updated: March 23, 2011 12:03pm
By RITA DeMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
We're going gaga over the new Greek-style yogurt recently introduced by President's Choice -- not only is it thick and delicious, but it's fat-free too! It's now one of a number of new yogurt options from the PC brand and it's thick yet smooth, and perfect to blend with your favourite breakfast granola and good quality honey.
Last Updated: March 23, 2011 9:07am
By Chris Michaud, REUTERS
A new widely anticipated six-volume cookbook with 1,500 recipes and a $625 price tag has won rave reviews but also a dose of skepticism.
Last Updated: March 23, 2011 2:00am
By RITA DEMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
One of the biggest buzzwords in the culinary world today is gluten-free eating.
Last Updated: March 23, 2011 2:00am
By ELIZABETH BAIRD, Special to QMI Agency
Fresh lemons are like eggs - no fridge should be without them. They are an indispensable ingredients in savoury and sweet dishes, from salad dressings and sauces to cakes and squares.
Last Updated: March 23, 2011 2:00am
By RITA DeMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
Celiac disease is considered a life-altering, and in some cases, life-threatening disease of the intestinal system.
Last Updated: March 23, 2011 8:16am
By Kathy Rumleski The London Free Press
Some of the best chefs in town are getting together to prepare recipes from a new cookbook recently published to help raise funds for the Learning Disabilities Association of London Region.
Last Updated: March 22, 2011 11:30am
By RITA DEMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
Leggo my Eggo? This iconic treat is celebrating its 75th anniversary this coming March 25 -- International Waffle Day.
Last Updated: March 22, 2011 3:34pm
By Michelle Martin, REUTERS
Britons have liberated themselves from Victorian taboos about orderly tea sets and are now serving up dinner on artistic arrangements of deliberately mis-matched crockery, a survey suggests.
Last Updated: March 22, 2011 12:08pm
By Claire Sibonney, Reuters
U.S. chef David Chang says that after seven years of building his critically acclaimed Momofuku restaurant empire in New York, he’s ready to start exploring the bounty of other cities around the globe.
Last Updated: March 22, 2011 4:41pm
By Leslie Gevirtz, REUTERS
After buoyant wine auctions that saw booming sales, most auctioneers believe the only bubbles in the wine market are in the champagnes poured during the bidding.
Last Updated: March 21, 2011 9:21am
By Jonathan Standing, REUTERS
One of Taiwan’s top Japanese restaurants is offering diners the use of a radiation gauge before they eat in case of any nerves in the wake of Japan’s nuclear disaster.
Last Updated: March 20, 2011 12:00am
By JORDAN ST.JOHN, Special to QMI Agency
One of the most interesting things about the relationship between Stephen Harper and Barack Obama has to do with the fact that a lot of their meetings involve beer.
Last Updated: March 19, 2011 12:00am
By RITA DEMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
There's no getting away from it -- the last few weeks have brought home the need to be surrounded by things that make us feel safe, secure and satisfied
Last Updated: March 17, 2011 10:38am
By Michelle Martin, Reuters
Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, probably ate fare similar to today’s pricey health foods such as cereal, fish and seaweed, according to a researcher who has studied the country’s 5th century diet.
Last Updated: March 16, 2011 12:00am
By Frank Ferragine, Special to QMI Agency
I love steak! I know red meat may not be the savviest of current food trends but there is nothing more satisfying to me than a great local beef served in the comforts of good old steakhouse.
Last Updated: March 17, 2011 2:59pm
By ELIZABETH BAIRD Special to QMI Agency
When disaster strikes, it can be as important to celebrate a culture as it is to offer our support.
Last Updated: March 16, 2011 5:30pm
By RITA DEMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
It's the pot luck of the Irish March 17, a day we honour a famed saint, the colour green and tuck into some good old-fashioned Irish fare.
Last Updated: March 16, 2011 12:00am
By Marie-Joelle Parent, QMI Agency
Montreal chef Chuck Hughes is making waves south of the border. On Sunday night, he will take part in the prestigious "Iron Chef America", broadcast on the Food Network.
Last Updated: March 16, 2011 12:00am
By Chef Chuck Hughes, Special to QMI Agency
Montreal chef Chuck Hughes, soon to be contestant on "Iron Chef America," shares his recipe for spinach and lemon risotto.
Last Updated: March 16, 2011 12:00am
By RITA DeMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
It's the pot luck of the Irish tomorrow, a day we honour a famed saint, the colour green and tuck into some good old fashioned Irish fare. But, please, pass on the green beer -- it's just so yesterday!
Last Updated: March 15, 2011 3:27pm
By RITA DeMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
This St. Patrick's Day, follow the Irish lead and plan a relaxing, sociable meal for family or friends that emphasizes good honest food and true hospitality.
Last Updated: March 11, 2011 12:00am
By Jill Ellis Special, to QMI Agency
You're tired of snow, slush and shoveling and really want to take a trip to somewhere wonderfully warm for March Break, but the family budget says no.
Last Updated: March 10, 2011 2:00am
By Dahlia Kurtz, Special to QMI Agency
March Break is meant to be a time of relaxing and decompressing (at least for the kids) - but so often, it turns into a scheduled frenzy.
Last Updated: March 9, 2011 12:00am
By RITA DeMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
Would you believe that every McIntosh tree and apple in the world is a descendent of the original McIntosh tree?
Last Updated: March 9, 2011 8:56am
By RITA DeMONTIS, National Food Editor, QMI Agency
Happy birthday McIntosh! Who would have known such a sparkling, delicious fruit like you -- is 200 years old?