Food & Health
The Soaring Pig: Making Bread
Below is an instructional video on how to make white sandwhich bread at home. The recipe is easy if you have a bit of time to let it all rise. […]
Food & Health
Food & Health
Government launching trade challenge to support Alberta brewers
The Government of Alberta is taking the Ontario government to task under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement over what it says are unfair liquor policies that prevent Alberta manufacturers from accessing the Ontario market. […]
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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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The Soaring Pig: Ricotta Gnocchi
Gnocchi are small Italian dumplings that are a great alternative to pasta. Although they are readilly available premade in most grocery stores, they are incredibly easy to make at home. […]
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Food for Thought Column: Prepare nutritious, tasty fall dishes
(NC) We all want to feed our family healthy, nutritious food. One nourishing and budget-friendly pantry staple is pulses, a category of crops commonly grown in Canada that includes lentils, beans, peas and chickpeas. […]
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Food For Thought Column: Avoid these foods to keep your furry friend healthy
(NC) Thousands of pets swallow toxic household products every year, resulting in poisoning or choking. What many people don’t know is that certain types of human food can also cause serious health concerns for pets. […]
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Food For Thought Column: 3 basic cooking skills every student needs to master
(NC) Fending for themselves and learning to cook can be daunting for post-secondary students, but the more comfortable and confident they are in the kitchen, the easier – and more affordable – it becomes. […]
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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. […]
Arts & Culture
The Soaring Pig: The Floradora, a great summer drink
Florodora was the name of an 1899 musical comedy by Leslie Stuart and the cocktail takes its name from the same. […]
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The Soaring Pig: Snickerdoodles
Snickerdoodles are an easy-to-make cookie that requires little time or skill. Below is a video of the ingredients and process. […]
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What’s Cooking: Berry Clafoutis
With berries starting to be ready for picking in our back gardens, it is time to try something a little different for dessert. […]
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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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The Soaring Pig: Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce
Rhubarb is not popular in my home, and the same can be said for many homes. Outside strawberry/rhubarb pies and rhubarb cobbler, there is not much you can do with it.
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The Soaring Pig Column: Sage Pork Chops [VIDEO]
Sage pork chops are an easy-to-make supper meal that uses minimum ingredients. Tender, savoury and you can cut it with […]