Recipes that perfectly mask the taste of protein powder are so hard to come by. Even when the protein powder has a pleasant, subtle flavour, such as Vital Proteins‘ marine and bovine collagen powders, foods that can pass for otherwise normal are still preferred. And because we want our food to taste as equally amazing...
Hello, -20 weather. How we’ve missed you… not! Every year we get a swift and brutal reminder that winters in Canada are no joke. With temperatures falling every passing day and, despite our best efforts, the frigid cold seeping through our doors and windows, we think that it’s safe to say that many of us...
Whether you like it or not, winter is just around the corner. Gone are the days of wearing nothing but a T-shirt and shorts outside, lounging on the beach, or enjoying drinks on the patio; now, it’s all about getting good and cozy with layers upon layers and enjoying foods that just warm the soul. ...
If you’re new to the world of coffee, the ins and outs can feel confusing at best and, dare we say, pretentious at worst. Making the transition from drip coffee to pour over, French Press and the like will have any newcomer scratching their head and wondering what the charade’s all for. Can the water...
There’s something so irresistible about spending several moments in a candle, perfume, or dish soap aisle, just taking in all the different scents. The simple smell of something can evoke so many vivid memories, feelings, and even wishes. Some of us like to dabble in a little bit of everything, where others know precisely what...
As a part of our waste reduction efforts, we will be discontinuing the use of plastic shopping bags in-store. As of October 1, 2021, depending on supply, we are asking our customers to please bring their own bags or to use recycled cardboard boxes that will be available to you. Making the shopping experience more...
If there’s anything that we can all get behind, it’s learning how to be less wasteful. According to Love Food Hate Waste, about 63% of the food Canadians throw away could have been consumed. That’s an alarming statistic! So, with that in mind, learning how to repurpose food that we otherwise would have deemed as ‘bad’ seems...
Back to school time is officially just around the corner! Although many things are still shrouded in uncertainty thanks to us entering another school year with COVID still in the midst, it’s also an exciting time for many of our kids who are excited to get back at it (and parents who are excited for...
We’re all in agreement that chips are one of the best snacks ever invented, right? With their endlessly varied flavours, cuts and textures, there really is something for everyone. Even if you’re someone who prefers your munchies on the sweet side, this usually savoury snack has tons of sweetened options also. With that, is it...
Each year when August rolls back around, there is one singular thought on the minds of parents and students alike: back to school time! Usually, all that means is a new grade, new school supplies, new outfits, and a newly empty-during-the-day home, but this year, much like last year, is fraught with confusion on how...
