“Daddy, are we watching Super Bowl this Sunday?” My daughter, not a football fan, wanted to make sure we were prepared for the one and only time each year she takes any interest in football. For her, the event is somewhat about the halftime show and the multi-million-dollar TV spots, but mostly about the food. […]
Vince’s Top-Ten Fan Food Ideas for Sunday’s Big Game Read More »
There’s no single best way to do Christmas dinner, but in our household, there’s generally a large bird at the centre of our table. My British mother-in-law, on the other hand, prefers roast beef or ham, so we always build some flexibility into our plans. Heck, roast beef with Yorkshire pudding is a pretty decent
How Do You Celebrate Christmas Dinner: Turkey, Roast Beef or Ham? Read More »
I love receiving gift baskets. Probably because they contain delicious and unique foods and snacks I wouldn’t pick up myself. Forrest Gump summed it up nicely when he said: “You never know what you’re gonna get.” Okay, he was comparing life to a box of chocolates, but you know what I mean. The fun in
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I’m a huge fan of food and its countless combinations and variations, but hesitate to call myself a “foodie” – as it sounds a bit pretentious. That being said, I’m far more enamoured with its eating than its preparation. This sentiment is even more clear-cut when it comes to party planning. The laborious task of
Make Holiday Entertaining Easy with Pre-Made Platters Read More »
Back by popular demand is our annual “12 Days of Giveaways” Contest! Here’s how it works. Drop by one of our locations and fill out a ballot – one per customer per shopping trip. You can enter as many times as you like in store. You can also enter online, but the limit is one entry per person for the duration of the contest.
Vince’s Annual Twelve Days of Giveaways Starts Today Read More »
This year, I’m hoping to be better prepared when the kids come knocking. Which means a trip to Vince’s for hassle-free meal items, desserts and snacks for the family. And beforehand, grab a pumpkin and a few gourds to whip into seasonal shape.
Fuel Up Before Trick-or-Treating on Halloween! Read More »
I like to start with breakfast. A bowl of cold flakes may be fine for the mid-week rush to work, but Thanksgiving weekend is time to up your game. Like fixing a hearty plate of eggs, bacon, homefries and toast.
Try Something New: Thanksgiving Breakfast! Read More »
With summer waning, many start thinking about what is to be done with all the surplus fruits and vegetables growing in our gardens or the bushels and baskets that can be purchased at your local Vince’s Market or farm fresh stand. Simple food preservation techniques are the answer. And it doesn’t just have to be
Summer Surplus: Tips for Preserving of Fruits & Vegetables Read More »
Whether you’re camping, at the cottage, or just kicking back on your deck with a few cold beverages, it’s hard not to snack. I’m usually diligent about what I put into my body, but when there’s a bag of chips within reach – I indulge!
There’s an answer to this dilemma, and it’s not abstinence, nor does it involve bowls of raw kale. It’s about choosing healthier snacks.
Healthier Snacks to Inspire Your Summer Read More »
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