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Oct 26, 2023
The Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Cardiovascular Health
We've all heard a healthcare professional tell us that olive oil is good for health. And they're right! A large number of studies have shown that several compounds found in extra virgin olive oil play an important role in preventing heart diseases. And this is even more true if you choose to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet.
Sep 28, 2023
Understanding Essential Fatty Acids
Indispensable and absolutely necessary, they are called essential fatty acids for several good reasons! They are termed 'essential' because our bodies need them but are not able to produce them on their own. Therefore, we must obtain them from the foods we consume, especially those that are rich in omega-3 and omega-6.
Sep 14, 2023
The Incredible Story of Apothicari Fire Vinegar
Have you heard of Apothicari Fire Vinegar, the signature product of Jardins de la Minga? Inspired by the ancestral recipe of fire cider—a renowned grandmother's remedy for aiding digestion and promoting good health—this gourmet version made in Charlevoix deserves to be discovered, both for the quality of the product and for the fabulous story behind it.
Sep 11, 2023
The Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
For many people, cider vinegar is THE miracle solution to many ailments. Find out why!
Aug 25, 2023
Three Ingenious Ways to Store Extra Herbs
We love herbs because they fill our garden and plates with flavors. But when autumn arrives, we always wonder what to do with all this abundance of greenery! Let's face it, it's almost impossible to consume everything before the cold sets in. So here are our practical ideas for preserving our surplus herbs and prolonging the enjoyment throughout the winter.
Jul 28, 2023
The ABCs of a Good Vinaigrette
Preparing homemade vinaigrette is an art... rather simple to accomplish! Knowing the basics is all it takes to add flavor to a variety of recipes. Here's everything you need to know to become a pro at homemade dressing!
Jun 28, 2023
How Can I Tell if My Oil is Rancid?
While cleaning out your kitchen cabinets, you discover with horror a bottle of olive oil whose 'best before' date has passed? Given the price you paid for it, you would like to know if it is still good? This article is for you!
Jun 5, 2023
All About Canola Oil
Canola oil is a great ally in the kitchen, whether it's in a vinaigrette, potato salad, muffin recipes, or for roasting vegetables in the oven. However, even though we know it's a very healthy fat, some people mistakenly tell us to avoid it. So, it's time to shed some light on the subject.
May 29, 2023
The First Ever Salad Week
From June 5th to June 11th, celebrate the art of eating well... one salad at a time! Discover Salad Week!
May 15, 2023
What is a Perfect Oil!?
To celebrate our 40th anniversary and our love for these very special oils, we have created Perfect Oil™, a blend that encapsulates decades of expertise... and plenty of goodness too!
Apr 27, 2023
How to Use the Maillard Reaction in Cooking
Meat nicely golden, releasing a delicious grilled aroma. The crispy crust of a good sourdough bread. Onions well caramelized, almost sweet... this is how the Maillard reaction expresses itself in the kitchen! This complex set of chemical reactions that occurs when cooking our food can change (for the better!) the texture, taste, and smell of our dishes.
Apr 27, 2023
What Does It Take to be Called "Extra Virgin"?
We say our olive oil is 'extra virgin'? We've got it all wrong! We should rather say that our olive oil is 'virgin extra'.