Sweet lupin: The future of the food industry

By Sophia Walter and Alex Powell Beans and legumes have grown in popularity over the past couple of years as an increasing number of consumers turn to vegetable-based protein and fiber sources. After 2016 was named the International Year of the Pulse, recognizing pulses as one of the most sustainable and nutrient-dense foods available, it […]

The cultural shift to healthy appetizers

By Lucia Weiler At my recent Nutrition for NON-Nutritionists training workshop, I was reminded how important it is to open up the event with a story that hooks the audience and gives them a reason to listen and stay for more. The same thinking holds true for food. In a restaurant, appetizers set the stage […]

Top researchers tackle emerging dietary patterns at nutrition symposia

Press release National nutrition symposia explores some dietary patterns, including the role of dairy products in a healthy diet Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) are happy to welcome leading academics and researchers this week to discuss the various ways we eat with a series of cross-Canada symposia entitled “Making sense of dietary patterns”. Dietary Patterns describe the variety or […]

Healthy foodservice trends to end 2016

By Lucia Weiler Summer is almost over, which means we’ll soon be moving into the cooler months with a whole slew of different seasonal foods on offer. What better time to freshen up your menu to appeal to changing consumer demands, or update your nutrition knowledge? Some of the greatest opportunities in foodservice are menu […]

Nutrition trends found at NRA Show 2016

Press release Restaurant operators searching for the most innovative healthful products in the marketplace were dazzled by the plentiful options on display at this year’s NRA Show. From “superfood” hot cereal to guilt-free ice cream, dairy-free cheese, gluten-free pizza and low-in-sugar pastries, there was something for everyone to consider adding to their menus. Here are […]

Getting on trend with fruits and vegetables

By Sue Mah “Anyone can cook a hamburger, leave the vegetables to the professionals.” That is Amanda Cohen’s mantra. The Ottawa-born chef is owner of Dirt Candy, a restaurant on New York City’s Lower East Side. No stranger to creative cooking, she’s been a chef for almost 15 years and was the first vegetarian chef […]