“It’s not as challenging as people may think,” Matt said casually as he assembled his burger. His wife Pauline, a self-described foodie, nodded in agreement between bites adding, “We now eat...
It’s never too early to teach your children about their food allergies. Understanding and managing food allergies are essential life skills that kids need to learn about and constantly practice, in...
When Bax was diagnosed with food allergies and prescribed an EpiPen, we decided we wouldn’t let it stop us from traveling. It was a lot to take in: anaphylactic to wheat, eggs, peanuts, nuts...
We’ve all thought about it, but they did it. Chef Neil Lomas and Registered Nurse Wendy Zeh, co-owners and partners in life, opened FEAST, Toronto’s first allergy-friendly gourmet food store. All...
Last weekend my family and I watched a Blue Jays baseball game from the Peanut/Nut-Reduced Zone at the Rogers Centre in Toronto for the first time. As a mother of a child with multiple food allergies...
Sushi take out night is a weekly occurrence at my house. In my opinion, there’s no better way to end a week than enjoying some freshly rolled maki and succulent sashimi with hot sake. It’s one of...
Replacing dairy in baking and cooking is easier now that there is an abundance of dairy-free alternatives available at grocery stores. Before replacing any ingredient, it’s important to understand...
Summer is just around the corner. After hesitating for months, I finally redeemed my Airmiles for an ice cream maker. I wasn’t sure if I needed or wanted another kitchen appliance, but I decided...
May is Food Allergy Awareness month in North America, Australia and other communities around the world. This initiative is dedicated to raising awareness that food allergies are serious, sometimes...
Getting a food allergy diagnosis is a life changing event. It can be overwhelming at first, but there are many resources available online and through your allergist to help you and your family adjust...