Kids & Company Blog: Food

Keep Warm with this Winter Soup!

Posted on: Wednesday December 11th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

There is something just perfect about warming up with a bowl of soup on a cold winter day. With so much 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… [read more]

Shopping Day is Just Around the Corner!

Posted on: Wednesday December 4th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Did someone say retail therapy?? We are celebrating Shopping Day on Saturday, December 7 nationally so that you can have a wonderful day focused on getting ready for the holidays, while we look after your little ones. Once the gift-giving is sorted out it is time focus on my favourite part of any celebration…the food!… [read more]

What’s the scoop on fats?

Posted on: Wednesday November 27th, 2019

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’s true, there are such things as healthy fats and like… [read more]

Should you jump on the Meatless Monday trend?

Posted on: Wednesday November 20th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

You’ve probably heard the hype about Meatless Monday. It has been highly talked about since its inception in 2003. How did it start? you ask. It was born as a global initiative, first launching in 2003. The messaging of Meatless Monday is simple; once a week, cut meat out of all your daily meals and… [read more]

How to Get Vitamin D in the Winter

Posted on: Wednesday November 13th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Once the winter weather and dark afternoons start to become a regular occurrence, fear sets in. How am I supposed to get any vitamin D if it’s too cold to go outside AND there are limited sunlight hours each day?? Not to worry! I am here with the answers. Let’s start with the basics. What… [read more]

Creepy Crudité Contest Winner!

Posted on: Wednesday November 6th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Another year, another successful Creepy Crudité contest! Last week, throughout all of our locations, 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 on Facebook. Every year… [read more]

Creepy Crudité Contest!

Posted on: Tuesday October 29th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The most exciting part of the Fall season has arrived – It’s Halloween! Kids & Company loves Halloween, almost as much as we love sharing the holiday with all of our kiddies and parents! To get your kiddies even more amped up for the trick or treat season, each year we have them participate in… [read more]

Cozy Recipes to Warm You Up This Fall

Posted on: Thursday October 17th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

As the temperature continues to cool, I find myself turning away from the crisp, fresh salads of summer and craving something warm and heartier. Just the same way that we switch our wardrobes come fall, it’s beneficial to do the same for our food. It is thought that eating with the seasons is a way… [read more]

Understanding the Fake Meat Hype: Are the meat-alternatives really healthy?

Posted on: Wednesday October 16th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

You’ve likely heard a lot of buzz around the rise of “meatless meat.” 2019 has been a huge year for the growth of this industry. The advancements in taste, ingredients and texture are causing their popularity to skyrocket. These meatless meat companies have begun to partner with giants in the fast-food industry like Tim Hortons,… [read more]

Thanksgiving Celebrations!

Posted on: Wednesday October 9th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate with family and friends and be thankful for all of the wonderful food our country provides for us! This is a great time of year to come together and celebrate all that we are thankful for. Turkey, mashed potatoes, broccoli, cheese, stuffing, gravy and pumpkin pie are foods I… [read more]