Canadian Food Focus January 2026 Newsletter

Cabbage is a hardy vegetable crop that belongs to the Brassica family that also includes broccoli, kale, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts. Cabbages can be grown across most Canadian provinces but over half of our crop comes from the two provinces of Ontario and Quebec.

Every Cut Counts: Finding Value In The Humble Cuts of Meat

Rethink your grocery shopping with humble cuts of meat. Discover how to make delicious meals while sticking to your budget.

Types Of Butter And How To Use Them

Butter is a simple, Canadian-made staple that can add richness, flavour and tenderness to the dishes you cook. Explore the different types of butter available and learn how to choose the best one for your cooking needs.

Seven Things You May Not Know About Mussels

Delve into the story of mussels in Prince Edward Island and how they are harvested to nourish communities across Canada.

Ask An Expert: What Do Pigs Eat?

Discover what pigs eat, from grains and byproducts to vitamins and minerals, and how their diets reduce food waste.

Classic Canadian Dish: Date Squares

The Date Square (a.k.a. Matrimonial Bar) is beloved by many despite the plethora of names it’s known by, and perfect with a cup of tea.

Hearty Bison Barley Soup

Nutty barley mixed in with lean ground bison, carrots, celery and onion makes this soup the perfect comfort food – guaranteed to tantalize your tastebuds like never before.

Would you like to improve your cooking skills? Or learn how to cook something different for breakfast, lunch, or supper? Maybe you simply would like to learn a new recipe. Cook along with Claire Tansey as she prepares a one-pot Saucy Beef Pot Roast. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice or noodles for a delicious comfort food dinner. 

How Do You Stay Healthy?

In this podcast, Patricia Chuey will outline six healthy eating truths that you can adopt in your own life.