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Healthy School Lunches – Be Ready for Back to School

Instead of sending your child through the cafeteria line with a $10 bill each day for school, get into the trend of packing them a healthy lunch. Healthy is in right now, as is budgeting. So, your child will not be the only one brown bagging or bento box-ing lunch this year! Keeping your kids healthy should be of paramount importance to you and here’s how you can improve their lunches…the easy way! Think of food in 6...

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Nut-Free Tropical Tiger Nuts Trail Mix (Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free) + Video
Feb10

Nut-Free Tropical Tiger Nuts Trail Mix (Paleo, Vegan, Gluten-Free) + Video

Nut-Free Tropical Tiger Nuts Trail Mix is delicious, nutritious & a whole lot of fun packed into one recipe! Jam-packed with tropical fruit & healthy grains, as well as tiger nuts – you’re on your way to a snack worthy of the trail, or to tame those hunger pangs throughout the day. This trail mix isn’t just nut-free, it’s also vegan, gluten-free & paleo diet compliant! Even the kids can bring this...

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30-Second Organic Nut-Free Tiger Nuts Butter (Smooth or Chunky) + Video
Feb09

30-Second Organic Nut-Free Tiger Nuts Butter (Smooth or Chunky) + Video

If you’re looking for the perfect alternative to nut butters, this 30-Second Organic Nut-Free Tiger Nuts Butter is just the ticket! The Best Part? You only need two ingredients, two tools & 30 seconds to make it. Add chopped tiger nuts for a crunchy texture. Whether you love smooth or chunky butter, this will satisfy your cravings & is safe for most every diet. It is safe for the kids & their school lunches, as it is...

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May Food Holidays & Events
May02

May Food Holidays & Events

Here are May Food Holidays & Events. Most of these holidays are based out of the USA, with others sprinkled in here & there. Find other months on The Year in Food Holidays & Events page. Month Holidays: National Asparagus Month: Browse Asparagus shows, Asparagus recipes Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Oven-Baked Asparagus with Blood Orange Grilled Lemon Zest Asparagus with Verjus Playlist: Asparagus Recipes + Reviews National...

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March Food Holidays & Events
Mar01

March Food Holidays & Events

Here are March Food Holidays & Events. Most of these holidays are based out of the USA, with others sprinkled in here & there. Find other months on The Year in Food Holidays & Events page. Month Holidays: National Fresh Celery Month: Napa Jack’s Cajun Caesar Cocktails Browse Celery recipes, Celery shows Pancake Sandwiches with Fruit & Stuffed Celery: School Lunch Ideas Article: For the Love of Celery Review: Fee...

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Web Chef Review: Ontario Baby Carrots at Harvest Barn Country Markets
Nov06

Web Chef Review: Ontario Baby Carrots at Harvest Barn Country Markets

Always delicious, raw or cooked, washed and peeled, they are Ontario Baby Carrots from Harvest Barn Country Markets. Baby carrots are one vegetable that I need to have on hand at all times. I find that I have dozens of recipes that call for carrots. These crunchy, Ontario baby carrots are great for packing in lunches, make healthy & tasty snacks and add flavor to many dishes. You can cook them, roast, bake, BBQ, whole, dipped,...

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Web Chef Review: Ontario Golden Delicious Apples at Harvest Barn Country Markets
Oct24

Web Chef Review: Ontario Golden Delicious Apples at Harvest Barn Country Markets

The season for harvesting Ontario Golden Delicious Apples has come, and you should see the fantastic beauties at Harvest Barn Country Markets. These locally grown, golden delicious apples are at the perfect stage of ripeness now, all juicy and crunchy and d-e-l-i-c-i-o-u-s. They are ready for making mouthwatering pies, to pack in your childrens’ lunches, to bake – smothered in brown sugar and marshmallows, making tasty...

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How to Make S’mores Mini Cones + Video
Oct01

How to Make S’mores Mini Cones + Video

In this delicious recipe for How to Make S’mores Mini Cones, I am excited to show you how a little imagination goes a long way towards the creation of a wildly dreamy-creamy, S’mores-like treat. S’mores have always been a particular favorite of mine, even though they tend to get a bit messy to eat. With chocolate pieces hidden in the bottom of the cute little mini cones, followed by a golden, gooey, partially-melted...

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How to Make Apple, Granola, Peanut Butter & Honey Snack
Sep12

How to Make Apple, Granola, Peanut Butter & Honey Snack

You’ll love this easy recipe for How to Make Apple, Granola, Peanut Butter & Honey Snack! This is a tasty, healthy and satisfying way for anyone, young or old, to get energy back after the 2 o’clock slump. The crispy, sweetness of the apple, with salty, creamy peanut butter, sweet honey & the crunch of granola will satisfy your cravings and get you over that hump to your next meal. If you are in an area where you...

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How to Bake Vanilla Cupcakes: National Vanilla Cupcake Day
Nov10

How to Bake Vanilla Cupcakes: National Vanilla Cupcake Day

National Vanilla Cupcake Day is November 10th, and this tasty recipe for Vanilla Cupcakes is simply scrumptious. Almost any cake recipe can be used for cupcakes. These miniature cakes can be frosted & decorated as you desire. They are easy for children to hold onto & to eat. Kids love to help by adding ingredients to your bowl while making these lovely treats. Also, they are perfect for including with school lunches or an...

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November Food Holidays & Events
Nov01

November Food Holidays & Events

Here are November Food Holidays & Events. Most of these holidays are based out of the USA, with others sprinkled in here and there. Find other months on The Year in Food Holidays & Events page. Georgia Pecan Month: How to Bake Pecan Pie: Georgia Pecan Month Browse Pecan recipes, Nut shows, Nut recipes Vegan Banana Pecan Muffins How to Bake Rose’s Pecan Cookies Cooking Shows: Nuts Recipes + Reviews Good Nutrition Month:...

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Handy Uses for Bologna: National Bologna Day
Oct24

Handy Uses for Bologna: National Bologna Day

Although it’s National Bologna Day in the USA, this food item originates from Bologna, Italy. Another food you may recognize from Bologna is Pasta Bolognese. Made of finely ground pork and lard, and more alternately made with chicken, turkey, beef or venison, bologna has a distinct flavor when it comes to deli meat, similar to that of Mortadella. When I was a child, my very favorite sandwich to have in my lunch box was bologna...

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October Food Holidays & Events
Oct01

October Food Holidays & Events

Here are October Food Holidays & Events. Most of these holidays are based out of the USA, with others sprinkled in here and there. Find other months on The Year in Food Holidays & Events page. Eat Better, Eat Healthier Month: Eat Better, Eat Healthier Month: Easy Nutrition & Health Guidelines Browse Healthy shows, Healthy recipes Browse Organic shows, Organic recipes Browse Vegetarian + Vegan shows, Vegetarian recipes,...

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