Kids & Company Blog

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]

Super Soup!

Posted on: Thursday January 22nd, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Soup is a quick, hot meal that can offer plenty of health benefits. The key to soup is to make it homemade, eliminating the high salt content that is found in most pre-packaged soups. Soups can be made with almost anything and are a great way to use up produce and leftover cuts of meat!… [read more]

Eating with the Senses!

Posted on: Wednesday January 14th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Research shows that we rely almost solely on the senses of taste and sight when making food choices, cooking and consuming foods. The best cooks are those that touch, listen, smell and thoughtfully taste the food they are creating; from the smelling of fresh herbs to the final creation. Not only does using all… [read more]

New Year Resolutions!

Posted on: Monday January 12th, 2015

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The New Year is a time for us to reflect on all the great times we have had and all the wonderful things that the New Year will bring. It is also a time to reflect on things we want to improve about ourselves and our surroundings. There is no goal too small to set… [read more]

Happy Holidays!

Posted on: Tuesday December 23rd, 2014

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Whether you are hosting this year’s holiday dinner, or just attending, the holidays mean it is time to put the cooking and baking into high gear! Holiday meals are more than just cooking. They are all about the presentation, setting and atmosphere that surrounds the meal. With the fast pace of today’s world it can… [read more]