Can you replace trans fat with butter?

This week I have a question from Kris T: I have a baking question for you: I have stopped using shortening in an attempt to eliminate trans fats from my diet. When I bake a recipe that calls for shortening, can I substitute butter? I have tried this with a few recipes. Some have turned [...]


Posted in Foodie's Ask, The Foodie-file, Fri, 6/03/09 | 5 comments

Another Subscriber Taking Home Chocolate!

The next Green and Black’s Fondue set and stash of yummy chocolate goes to


Posted in Free Foodie Stuff, The Foodie-file, Wed, 4/03/09 | 5 comments

Eating Out Could Save You Money!

My friend Stephen Beaumont, part owner of beerbistro in Toronto, shot me an e-mail last week to inform me of a great promotion the restaurant is running called the “beerbistro bailout.” It is their own little economic stimulus package to boost the economy and show customer appreciation. At least once a day a table of [...]


Posted in Free Foodie Stuff, The Foodie-file, Tue, 3/03/09 | 3 comments