If you’ve been to a café lately, which I’m just going to assume you have, you’ve probably seen a delicious snack or square made even tastier-looking by the presence of flaky oats sprinkled on top. There are few foods these days not touched by the presence of oats, a miracle food if ever there was one. Because they are high in soluble fiber—more than any other grain—oats have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease.… Read more »

Apples are big in North America. Grown in every state, and several Canadian provinces, they’ve been ubiquitous here since arriving with colonists in the 17^th century. Hundreds of years later we have a huge array of apple types that range from sweet to tart, mushy to crisp.… Read more »

You spent your last Sunday driving to the closest pumpkin patch (which really wasn’t that close at all) in anticipation of your favorite scary holiday Halloween. Last year, you carved a pretty generic pumpkin of triangle eyes and sharp-ish teeth but this year, you plan to make something way more complex with one of the stencils you printed out from online—something like Ryan Goslings face or a duo of pumpkins that say “trick or treat” and “smell my feet.”… Read more »

If the thought of swapping your fruity yogurt for a savory yogurt makes you furrow your brow in befuddlement, hear me out! Savory yogurt can be a surprisingly delicious way to fuel your morning (or any time of day, really). Just think–yogurt is often the base for savory dips and dressings, so why not pick that idea up and run with it?… Read more »

A hot cup of coffee is something I would have a difficult time removing from my daily routine, but did you know there are plenty of other ways to enjoy it? And I’m not talking about the endless world of caffeinated beverages available on every corner. Just like you can cook with wine , you can also cook with coffee! Its distinctive flavor can play a complementary role alongside other ingredients in sweet desserts and savory entrees alike, and a little goes a long way. … Read more »

Matcha is everywhere. The powdered green tea has been around for a long time, but lately it’s getting more media attention and showing up often in green-tinged food items in cafes and grocery stores around the world. Powdered tea has been consumed for over a thousand years and has a strong connection to Zen Buddhism. It originated in China and Japan and has evolved in its preparation and according to preferences, but it’s definitely in the midst of a renaissance.… Read more »

We know you’re into protein. We are too. Not that we’re being crazy about it, we’re just trying to make sure we get enough to satisfy our daily needs. It’s well known that protein helps repair muscles—it’s one of the main macronutrients our bodies need to function optimally, along with carbs and fats. So how do you make sure you’re getting enough? One easy, tasty and fun way is to take what you’re eating and put an egg on it.… Read more »