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[Grated Carrot Salad with Avocado] This one's from Chocolate & Zucchini.

As subscribers to the Chocolate & Zucchini newsletter already know, a French publisher has purchased the rights to my very-soon-to-be-published cookbook. And because the tone of writing is very personal, I've asked to translate my own words: the recipes themselves are taken care of by a pro, while I...
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We've been doing a terrible job of it, and according to WebMD, so are many of you. Though it might be more tempting to spend every extra penny on cute summer shoes, it might be better invested in more veggies, more often.


A new report shows Americans are actually getting worse at eating their vegetables. This is hardly the first study to document dismal diet habits. Last week, the CDC gave U...

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These are as popular in New York as "Street Meat" in Toronto. Epicurious.com brings you the delicious recipe. Enjoy!

Though reminiscent of the warm soft pretzels you may have had at baseball games or on the street, these are even better because they're fresh. Serve with yellow mustard. Click through for the full recipe.





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An interesting review from BlogTO on Reliable Fish & Chips. Enjoy!

Sometimes the map is the territory.



I was prepared to be dazzled-- or in the absence of awe, hoping to at least buoy a Reliable Fish & Chips review on the raft of my unbridled anglophilia and the orthodoxy of an RC upbringing. I mean I wanted to love this place more than I want a new Exploding Hearts album. In the end...
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The Gothamist has compiled a list of food happenings in the big apple.

Sounds like fun! Check it out.
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We've been hearing for years that yogurt is good for us, but what specifically are the health benefits?

According to WebMD, yogurt can help reduce your risk for osteoporosis, high blood pressure, lactose intolerance, colon cancer and other gut issues. It has also been known to discourage vaginal problems like (shudder) yeast infections and can help you feel fuller, which is a great way to lose...

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Like Winterlicious in Toronto, Brooklyn is having their own restaurant sampling for a fixed price. We found this on the Gothamist. If you live in the New York area or plan to visit, this is for you.

From beastly brisket sandwiches to Bruni-sanctioned shrines to pork, Brooklyn has established itself as a dining destination worthy of a restaurant week all its own. Now in its fourth year, Dine in...

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What?? b Espresso Bar is open on Saturdays? They serve brunch?? We recently noticed this fabulous post from blogTO and realised we've been seriously missing out. If you live in the Toronto area, you MUST check this place out. Everything there is amazing. Read on, lovelies and prepare to get very hungry.

The last time I reviewed b Espresso, I had lots of good things to say about their service...

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You're bundled up to your eyeballs looking anything but fashionable as you hurry along the trendy Bloor St. Strip. Apparently, the Weather didn't get the memo that it's supposed to be spring already! You're fighting every urge to go shopping despite the warmth of the stores when you spot in the distance like an icy mirage, Far Coast, a gorgeous new 2 level cafe with big windows and...
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We can just feel our hips expanding with this delicious post from The Amateur Gourmet.

This is the best batch of chocolate chip cookies I've ever made and I attribute its success to two things: an ice-cream scoop and Diana's cookie sheets. And maybe a 400 degree oven.

We did The Martha Stewart recipe again (still the best recipe I know) and we were nervous because even though the first...

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