Kids & Company Blog: Food

Exciting research in allergy prevention & early dietary exposure

Posted on: Wednesday February 20th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

As parents, there is nothing more important than the safety of our children.  Over time there has been a steady increase in the numbers of children with serious food allergies, which has led to a greater focus and attention from the medical community.  Recently on CBC radio, a guest speaker, Dr. Adelle Atkinson, an allergist… [read more]

Who is Your Valentine?

Posted on: Wednesday February 13th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The origin of Valentine’s Day remains a mystery to this day, with many different stories circulating around the internet on where this lovey-dovey holiday came from. Most people think Valentine’s Day is just a holiday created by greeting card companies, however Valentine’s Day dates back to the 14th century when famous poets like Geoffrey Chaucer… [read more]

Family Fun Day!

Posted on: Wednesday February 6th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The much-needed February long weekend is almost here! This long weekend is particularly special because it is meant as a time to devote your attention to the loved ones that you often only see for dinner after a long tiring work day. Here at Kids & Company we realize how busy our parents are, so… [read more]

New Food Guide and The Kidco Kitchen

Posted on: Thursday January 24th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

  Canada’s new food guide does away with portion sizes, the four food groups, and some outdated information. You can download the guide and other resources by clicking the image. 2019 is truly a year full of changes! The buzzworthy topic this week is one we hold near and dear to us – the revamped… [read more]

Teacher Appreciation!

Posted on: Wednesday January 23rd, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

With the start of the new year, we are all about showing our appreciation for everyone around us. Without our kind, patient, caring, teachers we wouldn’t be able to go about the busy day knowing that our children are in good hands at Kids & Company! Instead of just a thank you, we want to… [read more]

Sunshine Supplements!

Posted on: Wednesday January 16th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Basking in the summer sun not only feels good, but is essential for health! Getting sun allows for vitamin D absorption, also aptly known as the sunshine vitamin. As winter approaches there is a scarcity of direct sunlight influenced by the cover of clouds and snow, but even if there is sun we understandably flee… [read more]

The Powerful Potato!

Posted on: Wednesday January 9th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Potatoes have a bad reputation because of their starch content and association with fast food but potatoes are a staple in many different diets and are an important food source.  Potatoes are named the world’s 4th largest crop behind rice and wheat! Potatoes are a tuber meaning they grow underground and have sprouts in more… [read more]

Winter Menu Launch!

Posted on: Wednesday January 2nd, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Sure, Winter comes with heavy snowfall and below zero temperatures, but it also comes with stewy, savoury dishes to warm up your tummy!! The Kidco Kitchen is excited to present to you the first menu of 2019! We are starting the year off right with every type of comfort food you can think of! Immerse… [read more]

Loving Leftovers!

Posted on: Monday December 24th, 2018

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

It happens every year… you make a ton of food to celebrate the holidays, stressing yourself out to make enough to feed all your family and friends, and by the end of the celebration you’re left with more food than you know what to do with. Have no fear, because I’m here to tell you… [read more]

Happy Holiday Cheer!!

Posted on: Tuesday December 18th, 2018

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]