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Forest tea

5 min Cook
Canada is famous for its vast and diverse forests. When we lived there, I was surprised to learn that schools often plan…
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Canadian-style ginger root beer

30 min Cook
Canadian-style ginger root beer is a delicious, fermented, non-alcoholic (or very low-alcohol) beverage with a strong ginger flavor and a bit of…
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Southern peach tea

5 min Cook
Rooted in the American South, Southern peach tea combines the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with the bold flavor of black tea,…
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Harissa paste

20 min Cook
Harissa is a vibrant, spicy chili paste that originated in Tunisia but has become a staple across North Africa, from Morocco to…
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Summer chicken stew

30 min Cook
This summer chicken stew is a sweet and smoky dish that allows you to use up the vegetables in your fridge. This…
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Pasta: types and quality

3 Mins read
Pasta is more than just a staple of Italian cuisine: it’s a canvas for creativity, a symbol of tradition, and a testament…
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Cherry tomato pasta

10 min Cook
Cherry tomato pasta is the type of dish you prepare when you want to taste summer. Light and tasty, it’s a light…

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Lychee, a jewel in the kitchen

3 Mins read
From its ancient roots in Southern China to its current status as a darling of modern mixology and pastry, the lychee (Litchi…
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Gram flour, the power of chickpeas

3 Mins read
Gram flour, also known as besan or chickpea flour, is a versatile and nutrient-rich ingredient that has been a staple in Indian,…
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Black radish, a bold delight

2 Mins read
Black radish, or radis noir, is a striking root vegetable with a deep black or dark brown skin and crisp, white flesh….
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Topinambour, a forgotten culinary treasure

2 Mins read
When we lived in Montreal, we would do most of our food shopping at Marché 440, an iconic public market where you…
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Kale, from tradition to superfood

4 Mins read
Kale, a leafy green vegetable from the Brassica family, has evolved from a humble staple in traditional cuisines to a superfood celebrated…
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Jackfruit, the king of plant-based comfort food

3 Mins read
Jackfruit is tropical fruit, native to South and Southeast Asia, that has become a favourite in vegan and vegetarian kitchens because of…
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