Cabbage has a bad rep. And unfairly so. Sure, you might know it from coleslaw, slathered on sandwiches or served as a side to pulled pork or fried chicken. But you might also remember the limp, insipid boiled mush served at special occasions or piled on your plate by grandparents. “Eat your greens!” they’d bellow. […]
When you run a business, it’s important to know the ins and outs of the whole industry you work in. Having an understanding of the bigger picture is essential for making your business run smoothly. And the food industry is no exception. As a CPG, it can be really beneficial to have a good grasp […]
It’s understandable if you find those large, green globes somewhat intimidating, and have no idea how to prepare them. It’s not obvious. But artichokes aren’t just nutritious – they are very easy to prepare in a number of ways, and require minimal preparation or cooking skills. Artichoke’s aren’t actually a vegetable at all – they […]
While relevant keywords can help your website rank within Google’s search engine results pages (the SERPs), that ranking will only go so far if your intended audience isn’t using those keywords or phrases. That’s why at the heart of search engine optimization (SEO) is user intent. The goal here is to understand what your target […]
“With COVID19 surging during the holidays, and now new stay-at-home orders in place, customers have generated unprecedented demand for grocery delivery,” says Sean Howell, Buffalo Market co-founder. Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, more Americans have moved their shopping online. 80% of the country has looked to find ways to buy more online. Buffalo Market […]
Forget relying on pancake mix, good ‘ol fashioned pancakes are super easy to make. Invented by the Ancient Greeks, just about every country and region has their own version or serving traditions – they can be served any time of day or year, and with a variety of toppings and fillings both savoury and sweet. […]
Have you ever thought how many people might have touched that tomato (or any other fruit and veg) you picked up from the store? Studies have shown that, on any given day, hundreds of people might have picked up or handled that exact same tomato. Hundreds. And it’s possible that that tomato has been out […]
How to Use Facebook to Maximize Your Restaurant’s Business Potential Facebook is one of the world’s most frequently visited websites, given its easy-to-use format, lack of membership fees, and platforms for promoting everything from schoolyard bake sales to election campaigns. But it is also a great tool to launch your business – especially anything relating […]
The onset of Fall means an abundance of one of the best, most versatile food groups – root vegetables! And none are quite as delicious, nutritious, or easy to cook with as sweet potato. Its soft, rich, orange flesh is perfect for soups and stews, baked whole, or cut into wedges and roasted in the […]
As the Mayan legend goes, the first tortillas were made of corn by a peasant as a gift to his king. The king must have enjoyed this gift, because they soon became a major part of Mayan and Aztec diets. Today, tortillas are a common pantry item — and they’re not just made from corn […]
So you’ve got a great idea for a new product — one that you’re sure will be a success and fly off the shelves. But how do you get the ball rolling if you don’t have a lot of money to outlay? It can be disheartening to realize that your dreams might be stalled by […]
Vegetarian versions of classic dishes are nothing new – we’ve all seen grilled portobello mushrooms stuck on a bun and wheeled out as a “veggie burger”. But times are changing, and the rise of meatless meat signifies something else – a more profound shift in attitudes to both eating and the environment. Some even hope that […]
Great design really does make a difference. We all know the value of beautiful imagery, memorable logos and innovative packaging. But how much attention are you paying to the information you’re providing? The range of words, images and symbols used on food and drink packaging is becoming more and more sophisticated by the day. Society’s […]
Bok choy is delicious, super healthy, and a very versatile ingredient. The entire vegetable is edible, and can even be eaten raw – it’ll add a satisfying crunch to salads, as a topping for soups and stews, or even replacing lettuce in sandwiches. There are, however, many different ways to cook it, and a whole […]
