To find inspiration for this week’s blog, I looked no further than this week’s flyer. Sure, it may be taking the easy way out, but for those of us trying to reboot our diets – many on a budget – it made sense to begin with a few hand-picked “sale” items. Fresh Produce Let’s start […]
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If Nutella gets its own day – as it does on February 5th – why not hummus? Don’t get me wrong, I love that chocolate hazelnut spread, but nutritionally, it doesn’t quite measure up to hummus. So the good news is that on May 13, you can celebrate this delicious blend of chickpeas and tahini
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I’m currently following a whole-foods diet – mostly plant-based. Which for me includes eating more nuts. If you’re like me and you have no allergy or sensitivity to them, nuts offer numerous health benefits. Believe it or not, nut butters, depending on brand, do qualify as a “whole food.” Some manufacturers add salt, sugar, and
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Let’s take a moment to talk about popcorn. Did you know that not all corn is popcorn? There are 4 major types of corn, only one of which makes popcorn. Dent Corn Dent corn, also called field corn, is the most widely grown corn in the U.S and Canada. Used primarily as livestock feed, it’s
Apple season at Vince’s Market has begun and have we ever got your covered! From the bins outside, to the varieties in-store, we’ve currently have many favourites in stock and a few you may not have tried yet. Let’s break down a few of the Ontario varieties and embark a little journey around the orchard!
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Pan Am also offers increased snacking opportunities.
If you’re like me, and are inspired by world-class athletes competing with the best in their field, greasy/salty/highly processed munchies won’t do. I may not be getting ready for competition in Lima, but that’s no excuse to settle for anything less than premium fuel.
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Let’s talk about snacks. I’ve got a hungry little lady on my hands at home now and I try as much as possible to stay away from packaged snacks. Having said that, I always have a bag of Love Child Ducks in my diaper bag for when we’re on the go and I haven’t packed anything.
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Kicking back on my deck with a glass of wine or craft beer in hand, I’m often partial to a few snacks. This usually includes a tray of cut veggies, fruits, and a few carefully selected cheeses. And, of course, something crunchy.
This can take the form of uber-salted and oiled, artificially flavoured and processed chips, something as simple as plain popcorn, or snacks derived from root vegetables and artisan grains.
I tend to reach for the healthier options, as many of these not only taste better than the alternative, but produce far less guilt.
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Avocados are truly a superfood. With their rich, creamy taste and texture, they’re not only deliciously versatile, they’re also highly nutritious! Don’t know too much about the humble avocado? That’s okay, super awesome facts are about to come your way!
The Wonderful World of Avocados! Read More »
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