The Fresh Blog
Lifestyle, Health, Nutrition & Inspiration from Luvo
Grapefruit Five Ways
Posted by Jessica G. |
When it’s cold and grey outside, we get to enjoy a little burst of summery sunshine in the form of the mightiest member of the citrus family, the grapefruit, which reaches its peak season in the winter months.… Read more »
Valentine’s Day Hacks for Guys
Posted by Heather Magee |
If you landed on this page because you realized what day it is tomorrow, don’t panic. I’m sure you’re not the only guy who googled last minute Valentine’s ideas today. With only a few hours to spare before the most romantic day of the year, you may feel anxious, heart … Read more »
Hot Sauce 101
Posted by Jessica G. |
We all know one… that person who smothers everything in hot sauce. Some of them carry a bottle in their purse just in case. Some were on the frontlines protesting the threat of a looming Sriracha shortage. Maybe they’re just masochists; maybe they’ve desensitized their taste buds and can no longer taste anything unless … Read more »
5 Must-Have Kitchen Gadgets
Posted by Jessica G. |
You’re an adult now. You’ve graduated from that stage where all you cook for dinner is Shake ‘n’ Bake chicken and stir-fry-in-a-bag. You’ve come to a point where you actually enjoy cooking and you don’t always have to follow a recipe. Good for you! So why are you still working with that basic IKEA kitchen starter kit your mom … Read more »
Greens by the Numbers
Posted by Ryan Abbott |
It’s the familiar mantra of moms and dads everywhere: “Eat your greens!” But anyone who has shopped for produce knows that greens come in many shapes and shades, with an almost infinite array of textures and flavours to choose from. Which greens are best for your body? Do they all have the same nutritional benefits? The same mix of minerals and vitamins? The answers to these questions, it turns out, will shock and delight you.… Read more »
What To Cook In Your Cast Iron
Posted by Jessica G. |
The cast iron skillet is probably one of the most cherished of cooking vessels, handled with care and passed down from generation to generation. The skillet is the most popular type of this cookware, but cast iron comes in a variety of forms, from pots and pans of all sizes to vessels made for cooking very specific things.… Read more »
Harissa: The New Sriracha
Posted by Ryan Abbott |
Hold onto your taste buds: a hot new condiment is coming to plates near you. Harissa is a paste made from roasted red peppers and serrano and other hot chili peppers, along with flavorings such as garlic, cumin, coriander seeds, caraway and lemon juice. It’s native to North Africa, especially Algeria, Libya and Tunisia, but it’s growing in popularity everywhere as an alternative, or complement, to the beloved sriracha sauce.… Read more »