Keep lemons fresh for a month by storing them in certain way in fridge

Keep lemons fresh for a month by storing them in certain way in fridge

Many households often find themselves having to buy lemons in bulk, or maybe only needing to juice half for their latest dish. And while they can last a while in your fruit bowl, before long they will begin to shrink and go wrinkly. But it seems there is a way to store your lemons that … Read more

‘Genius’ food storage hack to keep potatoes ‘fresh and delicious for months’

‘Genius’ food storage hack to keep potatoes ‘fresh and delicious for months’

According to the man of Kitchen Tips Online, who has gathered over 226,000 subscribers on YouTube, there is a great (if unusual) hack for storing potatoes. While his first recommendation is to store potatoes in a basement, many homes in the UK don’t have access to such a room. If the kitchen is the only … Read more

How to keep bananas fresh for longer with simple storage method

How to keep bananas fresh for longer with simple storage method

Bananas are considered a kitchen staple in many households, but sometimes, depending on the way they’re stored they can begin to brown quickly. Luckily, there’s an easy trick that makes them last longer, so that you can eat them fresh rather than having to turn them into banana bread (although this might be a tempting … Read more

High-tech London, Ont.-area farm delivers fresh produce all year. Could it be an answer to high grocery costs?

High-tech London, Ont.-area farm delivers fresh produce all year. Could it be an answer to high grocery costs?

Western University researchers are developing a new kind of farm that uses machine-learning algorithms and data analytics to create optimum conditions for growing food anywhere and in any season — producing bigger and better yields while using as little energy and water as possible. The venture comes at a pivotal time in agriculture, with climate change escalating the likelihood of drought and floods capable of decimating harvests, causing consumers to … Read more

High-tech London, Ont.-area farm delivers fresh produce all year. Could it be an answer to high grocery costs?

High-tech London, Ont.-area farm delivers fresh produce all year. Could it be an answer to high grocery costs?

Western University researchers are developing a new kind of farm that uses machine-learning algorithms and data analytics to create optimum conditions for growing food anywhere and in any season — producing bigger and better yields while using as little energy and water as possible. The venture comes at a pivotal time in agriculture, with climate change escalating the likelihood of drought and floods capable of decimating harvests, causing consumers to … Read more

Expect some food prices to get cheaper next year — but typical grocery bills may still go up by $700

Expect some food prices to get cheaper next year — but typical grocery bills may still go up by 0

Savvy shoppers should be able to find a few bargains at the grocery store next year, but even with prices for some essentials falling the typical Canadian family’s overall grocery bill is set to increase by about $700 next year. That’s the main takeaway from a closely watched annual report on the food industry, the … Read more