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This year, we’re saying goodbye to some of our traditional Thanksgiving dinner expectations. Not to worry, though, all the amazing flavours and dishes we love are still here―but with a little twist: you won’t even need a fork! This fun grazing table may just become your new Thanksgiving tradition. The best part? It requires less…

Every day, Canadians toss materials into their recycling bins to do their part for the environment. This collective action demonstrates a shared commitment to living sustainably, reducing waste sent to landfill, and conserving natural resources. Yet, despite our best efforts, it can be difficult to recycle properly, as rules are different everywhere and what actually…

Thanksgiving isn’t complete for many of us without a potato dish, the comforting starchy staple we all adore. These stacks are the perfect handheld potato dish for your holiday grazing table. While garlic and rosemary are a fan-favourite flavour combo, the addition of the balsamic glaze adds a hint of sweetness and tang. [callout] Leftovers?…

When you think about period products, there’s probably one that comes to mind first. It was the sneaky star of many coming-of-age films and the center of vibrant commercials that made you ask, “Why doesn’t my period make me feel like doing cartwheels?” It was even teased as an emergency nosebleed fix (She’s the Man,…

These pop-in-your-mouth stuffed mushrooms are the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table. The combination of fennel with the lentils and mushrooms gives these bites a meaty taste that are actually completely plant based―and Thanksgiving grazers may never guess. [callout] Prep tip The key to successful carefree holiday dinners is to do as much prep as…

There are chemicals and then there are “forever chemicals,” the name given to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS. The reason? They don’t easily break down in the environment, or in our bodies, or at all. What are PFAS? PFAS is a term that denotes a large, complex group of synthetic chemicals that…

These easy, yet elegant, handheld endive packages have all the flavours you need with salty bacon, sweet apple, fennel, and creamy beans, enfolded within and balanced by the bitterness of Belgian endive leaves.

If you want a traditional Thanksgiving without the daunting task of cooking a turkey, this dish is for you. With these yummy handheld turkey pastry cups, you get all the Thanksgiving flavours without the overwhelming effort. Making the turkey filling a day or two ahead of time will make life that much simpler, allowing you…

Entice your family and friends into your home with the aroma of freshly baked bread, setting the tone for a cozy Thanksgiving dinner to remember. This easy bread recipe comes together quickly because it doesn’t need any time to rise. This savoury twist on a normally sweet loaf will be a welcome addition to your…