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Thin, wheat-based crêpes can be filled with sweet or savoury ingredients, making them a quick and versatile meal or snack. Made with enriched wheat flour with B vitamins, iron, and carbohydrates for energy, these are great for even the pickiest eaters!

These lentils have well-rounded flavour and go so wonderfully with anything that comes off of the grill. Flavours combine and they taste even better the next day! ow.ly/9ENi50KJsFA

Did you know the 1980s in Canada were all about “go big or go home”—in fashion, lifestyle & food? From the rise of "yuppies" & dual-working households to the explosion of gourmet cooking, salad bars & homegrown food pride, our kitchens reflected the era’s energy and innovation. Dive into the @CDNFoodFocus article to rediscover iconic food trends and tell us: What 80s recipe or memory still inspires your kitchen or writing today? Share below! canadianfoodfocus.org/canadian-food-… #canadianfoodhistory #culinaryhistory #foodtrends

Fresh-cut potatoes that don’t turn brown? 🥔 Sounds spud-tacular! Using #CRISPR, researchers in Chile reduced the enzyme behind postharvest browning, delivering potatoes that keep their colour, quality, and shelf life longer. brnw.ch/21x0PV6

Step Into a Field of Ontario-Grown Tomatoes From tiny seedlings to ripe, ready-to-harvest fruit, field tomatoes have a fascinating journey. Now you can experience it firsthand with our immersive 360° virtual reality tour on FarmFood360.ca. Explore how field tomatoes are planted, monitored, and harvested, and learn more about the care, technology, and teamwork behind this important Ontario crop. Whether you’re in the classroom or learning from home, this virtual tour offers a closer look at modern Canadian agriculture. Start exploring today: FarmFood360.ca

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Canadian farmers grow about 5.7 million tonnes of potatoes each year, enough to fill millions of plates from coast to coast. From creamy mashed potatoes to crispy fries, these homegrown potatoes are a staple for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Enjoy the day with a delicious potato dish made from Canada’s very own crop! #StPatricksDay #CanadianPotatoes #FarmFresh #CDNAg #OntAg

Toasting orzo before cooking adds flavour and texture to this unique arugula salad with lentils and zucchini. It's a fun accompaniment that you'll want to serve often! ow.ly/cNEH50KJsz1

Meet Hurvano from Mexico. He's been working at Tawse Winery for the past 19 years. Learn more about his story and journey to Canada: ow.ly/fhrR50YpQMQ

Everyone loves homemade bars, and this one has nutritious dates, red lentils, and peanut butter. If you have any broken pretzels at the bottom of the bag, this recipe is for you! ow.ly/yhfe50KJsxh

Spring is almost here 🌷☀️ As fields turn green again, we’re reminded that innovation and nature can grow together. #GeneEditing — a modern plant breeding tool — helps develop crops that are more resilient to stress and require fewer inputs. brnw.ch/21x0ADC

Once you've tried watermelon salad, you'll wonder where it's been all your life! We like to add roasted peanuts to our recipe, but toasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds are great options to make this recipe nut-free. ow.ly/NbqE50KJsoY

There's no better after-school snack than these Garden Tortilla Rollups. Savoury flavours of garlic, chives, dill, sundried tomatoes and earthy lentils in cream cheese are truly irresistible! ow.ly/LzcK50KJsop

🔥 Taste Canada is proud to support the next generation of Canadian chefs through educational opportunities like Taste Canada #CookstheBooks, presented by @CanadaBeefInc This week’s featured team: 🔪 GOLD-WINNING @assiniboine_mb Alicia Decosse & Presley Kuharski 🍽️ Birch Wasabi Flat Iron Steak with Kimora Rice Cake & Butter Braised Carrots Check out the students' recipe here: tastecanada.org/2025-cooks-the… @IslandBeef @CDNFoodFocus

Add sizzle (the bacon!🥓), steam (the #PEIMussels) and a bit of cheers (beer!🍺) to your home cooking with our Bacon & Beer recipe. We also endorse raising a pint in celebration of your home cooking skills. #MusselResponsibly ;) Recipe here > bit.ly/4tOXTBa

March is #NutritionMonth 🥔 #DYK a medium potato with the skin has just 110 calories and is nutrient and energy-packed to fuel your day. 💪

Team FFCO is onsite at Tomato Day with @ONProcessingVeg showcasing the brand-new FarmFood360 field tomato tour! 🍅 Stop by to explore how Ontario’s processing tomatoes are grown and harvested through our immersive 360° experience, straight from the field to your screen!

And so it begins. Let's make #CALM2026 unforgettable! We are officially kicking off Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month! 100s of volunteers across SK are gearing up to visit classrooms across the province to share their stories, learn about our past, and inspire the next generation about the future of ag. Follow along for all things #CALM2026 this month! #AITCSK #ClassroomPresentation #HandsOnLearning #AITCC #WhereFoodComesFrom #SaskEd #CALM2026

📣 ONE WEEK LEFT to submit your 2025 #culinarybook to be considered for the 2026 #TasteCanada Awards!⁠ 🗓️ The deadline for submissions is March 9, 2026. ⁠ ⁠ You are eligible if: ⁠ ⁠ 1. You (and any co-authors) are Canadian citizens⁠ at the time of publication⁠ 2. You published a culinary book between Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2025⁠ 3. Your book has an ISBN and is available for sale in Canada⁠ ⁠ 🔗 For the full list of eligibility requirements and entry forms, visit: tastecanada.org/call-for-submi… #canadiancookbook #cookbookwriter #culinarywriter

🔥 Taste Canada is proud to support the next generation of Canadian chefs through educational opportunities like Taste Canada #CookstheBooks, presented by @CanadaBeefInc This week’s SILVER-WINNING team: 🔪 @myNBCC Alvin Morris & Megghan Sherritt 🍽️ Beef Bavette Carne Asada with Arroz Rojo, Salsa Verde & Crispy Tortilla Strips Check out the students' recipe here: tastecanada.org/2025-cooks-the… @IslandBeef @CDNFoodFocus

This super simple, hearty one-pot soup is meatless and dairy-free, but you’d never know from the rich, smoky flavour. Serve it with warmed flatbread for dipping. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper, if desired. ow.ly/X0w050KJpvt