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7 Crucial Safety Tips You’re Ignoring While Deep Frying

7 Crucial Safety Tips You’re Ignoring While Dee...

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7 Crucial Safety Tips You’re Ignoring While Deep Frying As a chef, we can tell you that deep frying may seem like a simple task, but there’s more to it...

Our Top Ten Cookbooks!

Our Top Ten Cookbooks!

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Top Cookbooks to Inspire Your Kitchen Creativity  There’s nothing like a great cookbook to ignite your passion for cooking and transform your kitchen experience!  Jody has more cookbooks than Indigo--we...

Save Time and Alleviate Stress with Quick & Easy Meal Ideas!

Save Time and Alleviate Stress with Quick & Eas...

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Hello Fellow Busy Home Cooks!    In today’s fast-paced world, having quick and easy meals on hand can be a total game-changer. It's tempting to get take-out on evenings where...

Ham Dinner 2024: The Ham Journey

Ham Dinner 2024: The Ham Journey

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We started this conversation as we often do: "Well, this is how my mom did it" or "This is the pot we always used," drawing on the traditional, staple dishes...

Guide to Cooking with Beer!

Guide to Cooking with Beer!

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Cooking with Beer! Beer isn’t just for drinking—it can also be a star ingredient in your kitchen! Cooking with beer adds depth, flavor, and richness to a variety of dishes. ...

What is African Food?

What is African Food?

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African food is incredibly diverse, with more than 50 countries and countless ethnic groups, African cuisine includes countless varieties of ingredients, flavors, and cooking techniques.   So where do we start? ...

What is the difference between Stock & Broth?

What is the difference between Stock & Broth?

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We're here to answer some questions and clear up some misnomers when it comes to making soup.  What is the difference between stock & broth anyway?   What is better?  Can...

Is it done?  How to Test your Chicken for Doneness!

Is it done? How to Test your Chicken for Donen...

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How do I know if Chicken is Cooked?   Arguably chicken is one of the most popular protein choices available.  It is so versatile as it can be prepared in countless...

Tomato Season! How to choose the best tomato for your recipe!

Tomato Season! How to choose the best tomato fo...

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Summer is the season when tomatoes truly shine. Bursting with vibrant colors and rich flavours, these sun-ripened gems are at their peak during the warmest months. Whether you’re picking them...

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Why Cooking & Eating Together as a Family is so...

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Why Cooking & Eating Together as a Family is so Important    Growing up in the 80’s, supper time was the best part of the day.   We would either...

Picture of a picanha steak, golden brown with grill marks on top

Picanha - The perfect cut meat to reverse sear!

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Picanha - The perfect cut meat to reverse sear  If you're looking to elevate your backyard BBQ game look no further than the Picanha. Rich in flavour, tender texture, versatile,...

All About Quinoa!

All About Quinoa!

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The Quinoa Revolution: A Nutrient Powerhouse for Your Plate In the world of nutrition, there are certain foods that stand out for their exceptional health benefits, and quinoa,  (pronounced KEEN-wah) ...