Food & Health

Bake your way to less food waste

(NC) Canadians are the second worst food waste offenders in the world, wasting more than 873 pounds of food per person every year. But there’s a sweet solution to help combat this issue right at home. […]

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The Soaring Pig: Bourbon Baked Beans

Baked beans are a favourite in our house. This particular recipe calls for more coating than I have used in the past and plays on a bourbon barbecue sauce I am fond of.
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Column: Take Care of your Mental Health

With school back in session, parents and teachers are preparing children to learn but also to stay safe, most commonly from physical injuries and illnesses. However, a safety topic that too often goes overlooked is mental health. […]

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Food for Thought Column: 3 superfoods to add to your diet

(NC) We all try our best to eat healthy, but it’s always a good time to re-evaluate our meal plans and habits to make sure we’re getting all the nutrients we need. Looking for a nutrition boost? Consider eating more of these Canadian-grown staples. […]

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Column: Lifestyle tips for healthier eating

(NC) Today’s on-the-go lifestyles and the abundance of tasty, tempting fast food options can make sticking to healthy eating goals challenging. But maintaining a nutritious and appetizing diet can be easier than you think. […]

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The Soaring Pig: Rhubarb Simple Syrup

With summer in full swing, backyard summer cocktails are a good idea. Below is our recipe for Rhubarb Simple Syrup, which works well in a gin or vodka cocktail.
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The Soaring Pig: Rhubarb Relish

Looking for something different to do with rhubarb besides the standard strawberry/rhubarb pies and rhubarb cobbler, we started making rhubarb barbecue sauce.
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