Kids & Company Blog

Maple Syrup & Sticky Sap

Posted on: Thursday April 2nd, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

What is the best thing about homemade pancakes on a Saturday morning?? The maple syrup of course!!! We should be proud as Canadians because we produce 71% of the world’s pure maple syrup, 91% of which is produced in Quebec. Canada’s maple syrup producing regions are located in Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island… [read more]

The Grain Game

Posted on: Thursday March 26th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Nutrition month has been a HUGE success nationally!!!! We are overwhelmed with the positive response from the children, site directors and parents.  It is so exciting to have children expanding their pallets, trying and learning all about new foods.  This month we used the Canada Food Guide to teach them all about Veggies & Fruit,… [read more]

Drink Your Dairy!

Posted on: Wednesday March 18th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

This week in our Kidco Curriculum we are teaching the kiddies all about Dairy!  Our teachers are explaining that dairy products come from cows and how important dairy is to our overall health!  The little ones will be sampling different forms of dairy and dairy substitutes such as milk, soy and rice milk, cheese and… [read more]

Protein! Protein! Protein!

Posted on: Wednesday March 11th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

As many of you know we are now two months into our Nutritional Kidco Curriculum and we could not be more excited.  This week the kids are learning all about proteins; where they come from and what parts of the body these foods help! Protein helps grow and repair muscles as well our blood, skin… [read more]

KIDCO WEBSITE LAUNCH & NUTRITION MONTH!

Posted on: Thursday March 5th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The New Year has brought along fresh and new initiatives for the Kidco Kitchen. We are proud to announce and excited to unveil our brand new website! The Kidco Kitchen profile on the Kids & Company website has been redesigned with a whole bunch of information that you have been looking for.  On the website… [read more]

Leafy Greens

Posted on: Wednesday February 25th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Leafy greens are one of the top foods that can improve health if eaten regularly.  That’s because leafy vegetables are brimming with fiber along with vitamins, minerals, and plant-based substances that may help protect you from heart disease, diabetes and more! There are huge varieties of greens to choose from at most local grocery stores,… [read more]

Reduce your Waste!  

Posted on: Wednesday February 18th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Of all the rooms in the house, the kitchen produces the most waste. Food scraps make up 21% of all landfill trash by weight, and that does not even include food packaging! Recycling is important in helping the environment, but avoiding the creation of unnecessary waste is the best way to help! Here are some… [read more]

Super Slow Cooker!  

Posted on: Wednesday February 11th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

With winter in full swing, it is time to bring out the slow cooker! They offer a healthier, low-fat method of cooking and require a minimum amount of effort.  To get even more ahead prepare your slow cooker the night before, leave in the fridge, and simply plug in and switch on in the morning!… [read more]

Kidco Kitchen Curriculum!

Posted on: Wednesday February 4th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

We are super excited about launching our new nutrition curriculum program across the country! We believe nutrition education is integral to children continuing on a path of healthy eating throughout life. Our curriculum focuses on teaching children where food comes from and the basic knowledge of food groups, vitamins and minerals. We will be launching… [read more]

Grain Game

Posted on: Thursday January 29th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

There are over 100 different kinds of grains out there! Grain has been one of the largest sources of food and farming for generations. A variety of whole grains in the diet has shown to decrease cardiovascular disease and aid in digestive health.  Whole grains are packed with fibre, B vitamins, folic acid and minerals… [read more]