Kids & Company Blog

Happy New Year!

Posted on: Wednesday December 27th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Its almost 2018! New Year’s is a great time to celebrate all of the fun things you’ve done, and remember all of the great things you’ve achieved over the past year! It’s also a time to look forward to the year to come, try new things and have new accomplishments. Maybe your little ones will… [read more]

Mode: Newborn Survival

Posted on: Friday December 22nd, 2017

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

We didn’t know we were getting a daughter. Yet in the last ten minutes before she arrived, my husband grabbed my hand and said, “You know we’re having a girl, right?” Not sure how he knew, but he was right and suddenly our two little boys had a tiny sister. We’re old and experienced enough… [read more]

Spoonfuls of Soup!

Posted on: Wednesday December 20th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

There is something just perfect about warming up with a bowl of soup on a cold winter day. With such versatility, there is no way you can’t love soup! All of the winter vegetables in season make for some flavourful seasonal options that can’t be beat! There is a reason that soup has been around… [read more]

The 411 on Fats

Posted on: Wednesday December 13th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

When you hear the word fat, you may not think twice: eat less of them or none of them at all. Maybe you’ve heard the term “healthy fat” or the ever so common phrase, “good in moderation.” So, what’s the scoop on fats? Well it is true, there are such things as healthy fats and… [read more]

The One Pot Wonder!

Posted on: Wednesday December 6th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The days are getting cooler and snow is starting to fall! You might start to notice yourself craving a big, warm, hearty meal. Braised dishes are some of my favourite meals to make! Braised dishes are comforting, delicious and easy to prepare! Braising foods are a very healthy way of cooking! The long, slow cooking… [read more]

Raving for Rice!

Posted on: Wednesday November 29th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Did you know there are over 40,000 varieties of rice? There’s also tons of lingo when it comes to rice: white, brown, wild, short grain, long grain rice and so much more! With so many options it can be difficult to choose which type to buy for certain dishes or which ones are healthiest for… [read more]

What is the Glycemic Index?

Posted on: Wednesday November 22nd, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Carbs can be a confusing topic. What are ‘good’ carbs versus ‘bad’ carbs and how much should we be eating? The glycemic index is a helpful tool that helps us classify carbs based on how they work in our bodies. Remember, not all carbs are created equal and its important to know the best sources… [read more]

Entertaining for Big Groups!

Posted on: Monday November 13th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

It’s never too early to start planning for the holiday season, and if you’re like me, organization is your best friend. Sometimes, it feels like the second I’m done hosting for one occasion, I’m on to planning the next! Entertaining for a large group can be hard, but with careful planning it will be more… [read more]

Fun Names for Yummy Food!

Posted on: Wednesday November 8th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

I think it is safe to say that every parent has struggled at least once with picky eating. Vegetables and “healthy foods” are often not what our kids gobble down and beg for more of. So why is it that most kids don’t think twice about taking seconds of candy and fun snacks but won’t… [read more]

Posted on: Wednesday November 1st, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Another year, another successful Creepy Crudité contest! Last week, throughout all of our Kids & Company locations nationally, the kiddies celebrated Halloween by creating edible masterpieces with veggies and pita. This year’s submissions were the most creative and scariest ones yet!!! To view all of the Creepy Crudité photos click here to see the album… [read more]