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Vegetarian goes mainstream

As spring has finally arrived we are now taking out our lighter summer clothing!

That means a little more legs, arms and waistlines showing. This all translates into getting our bodies into better shape which means comfort heavy meals are passÃ… more »

Mexican Restaurant
As a health expert, I've always stayed a distance from American versions of Mexican restaurants due to the excess calories, fat and sodium. But I believe I am now a convert after trying Playa Cabana, located just steps away from Yorkville on Dupont St. … more »
March Break

March brings the sweet thoughts of Spring, just around the corner as well as some time for Rest and Relaxation – (A.K.A. - R & R) with the family. It’s March break and that means the kids are around! Great time to bond and “brea… more »

Valentine's Day
Here's a skill testing question for you. What day in February, the coldest month of the year, makes you warm, fuzzy and amorous? You're right! Valentine's Day makes this month a little more tolerable. Whether you're going out to a restaurant, dining … more »
Comfort Foods

With the holidays over, the winter months bring us the weather we all dislike; colder days and dark nights. Our "species" tend to "cocoon" during this time, and comfort food becomes more important for us to maintain our spirits and emotions. Family s… more »

Private Dining Rooms
There is always either a social or business occasion where we want to get together with friends or colleagues to "break bread". Entertaining in one's home gives you the privacy you want but that also requires an enormous amount of work. Toronto has its … more »
Pizza
The number of gourmet pizza restaurants in Toronto is plentiful. When I think of a healthy pizza it's always thin crust with a variety of veggies and highlighted, not smothered with cheeses. Here are some of my favourites spots to visit in the city: more »
The perfect Sunday brunch with music
October truly feels like the beginning of fall. As we head back to our routines on Monday through Friday, our weekends are truly cherished. Sleep-ins, enjoying the leaves changing colour and brunch all constitute the perfect Saturday and Sunday rituals. B… more »
Whole Fish
Ordering a whole fish in a restaurant that specializes in this delicacy is an extraordinary experience of the taste buds. Fish is considered one of the healthiest proteins for our bodies since there is virtually no saturated fat as in beef, pork or chicke… more »
Gluten free foods and restaurants
Everywhere you turn, whether it's the supermarket, restaurant or fast food chain, gluten free products have grown exponentially. Gluten free foods being manufactured have tripled since 2007. Gluten is a type of protein found in wheat, rye and barley and … more »
Game Meats
Do you notice that many restaurants are serving game meats rather than traditional beef, lamb or pork? One of the reasons is that these game meats are healthier being lower in fat and cholesterol. Traditional beef has 6% - 10% fat content, whereas game … more »
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