Is your restaurant’s dumpster area a secret buffet for unwanted guests? In the food industry, keeping pests away is key for food safety and a good reputation. Commercial kitchens have…
Which Agency Publishes the Food Code: Understanding FDA’s Role
Ever wondered who makes sure your restaurant meals are safe and which agency publishes the food code? It might not be just your local health department. A federal agency works…
What is the Best Way to Prevent Poor Food Safety
Have you ever thought about how many people get sick from bad food each year? It’s a big number. About 1 in 6 Americans get food poisoning, and 128,000 end…
The Best Self Care Gift Ideas for Her
While there are so many great gifts you can buy, those that nurture the soul and help the recipient preserve or improve their health are some of my favourites. They’re…
How to Use Batch Cooking to Save Tons of Time (and Sanity!)
Finding ways to save time, money and be more efficient is something we can all get behind. Even if you’re only cooking for yourself or you and a partner or…
How to Make Your Own Online Quiz with Interact (PLUS a Free Quiz Builder Template!)
If you’re a small business owner, chances are you’ve heard how important it is to build your email list. Relying solely on social media to reach existing and prospective customers…
10 Totally Doable Ways to Cheer Yourself Up
When you’re feeling down, doing much of anything to boost your spirits can feel daunting. Sure, you want to get out of your rut, but you don’t always feel like…
5 Follow Your Passion Quotes That Will Inspire You
Call them cheesy or cliché, but “follow your passion” quotes can be incredibly inspiring. They remind us of what’s possible, challenge us to dream big, and can push us to go…
The Best Recipe Sites for Healthy and Delicious Meals
Ever since I left my corporate job to work for myself, I’ve started cooking WAY more. I’m home during the day, making it easy to meal prep, start on recipes early, and…
How to Order from truLOCAL
If you’ve been following my blog or Instagram account for any time now, you probably know that my husband and I LOVE truLOCAL. It’s a Canadian monthly meat subscription that delivers high quality,…