Archive 2020

Celebrating New Year’s Eve at Home This New Year’s Eve we’re staying home and celebrating. It may look a little READ MORE

Well 2020 has been quite a year! We’ve been learning, adapting, teaching, and we’ve become masters of our kitchens! We’ve READ MORE

This year, most people (including me!) have been in the kitchen more than ever. On the positive side, that means READ MORE

This year the holidays will inevitably look different. Intimate meals will take the place of large gatherings, but that doesn’t READ MORE

At my house, we come together at the table for dinner most nights of the week. But for occasional family READ MORE

Like many of you I’m struggling to find ways to carry on holiday traditions while friends and family are on READ MORE

Meatballs were a holiday staple in my childhood home. My mom makes them with a deliciously sticky cranberry BBQ sauce READ MORE

Holiday Flavours for Every Family Moment Simple and easy! That’s what enjoying the holidays is about and Save-On-Foods is here READ MORE

These homemade dark chocolate truffles are gorgeously smooth and rich. Their firm texture gives way to a melty, silken, blissful READ MORE

Life can get so busy and before you know it, we’re heading towards the end of the year. One thing READ MORE

Oh Christmas Tree! Let the Holiday’s Begin! Let’s celebrate the holiday season with family, food and holiday traditions. One of READ MORE

Spreading holiday cheer can be done in the simplest of ways. A kind gesture, a small gift, a stunning Christmas READ MORE

Nanaimo bars are an iconic, beloved Canadian holiday treat. Everyone has a memory of cookie plates served by grandmas and READ MORE

Even though holiday get-togethers are likely to look quite a bit different this year, that’s no reason to cut corners READ MORE

‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry with Western Family! Kick off the holiday season with amazing food READ MORE

I’ve only recently gotten excited when baking sweets. Yes, I’ve made pies and cakes in the past but always with READ MORE

Time Saving Baking Tips Baking is a great fun event for the whole family can enjoy. To make the season READ MORE

  The Amazing Apple It’s apple season! Are you ready to enjoy all things apples this fall? Apples are nature’s READ MORE

Happy Spook-tacular Halloween From Save-On-Foods! Halloween is just around the corner and how that looks for you and your family… READ MORE

Did you know that Halloween falls on a Saturday this?! Double the fun! And double the treats with a delicious… READ MORE

Let’s talk turkey (sorry, I can’t help myself):  Thanksgiving this year is going to look quite a bit different than… READ MORE

Well 2020 has been quite a year! We’re adapting, learning and living with new guidelines almost every day and it… READ MORE

Everyone loves a great roast chicken dinner with all the trimmings. The house seems to take on a festive air READ MORE

Cooking chicken is an art – undercooked chicken is a big health no-no while overcooked chicken turns dry, chewy, and READ MORE

How do you cook chicken breasts? Let me count the ways… The amazing thing about chicken breasts is the myriad READ MORE

As simple as it is to put together, a well-arranged charcuterie board just oozes sophistication. There are so many reasons READ MORE

Every cook has “easy” dishes to draw from. Chicken and rice? Check. A go-to garden salad? Yup. Tacos made in… READ MORE

Believe me, I get it, after a long day at the virtual office it can feel daunting to have to… READ MORE

Working from home has been a new experience for many people including my own family. Having everyone under the same… READ MORE

It’s Back to School and Back to the Routine! What that looks like for you and your family may be… READ MORE

As Summer comes to an end and whether you have made that tough decision to put your kids back into… READ MORE

When you buy local at Save-On-Foods, you support local growers. Like the Dhaliwal Farm. As a small child, Bhupinder farmed… READ MORE

Fun Facts About Corn Corn has been a part of diets for about 10,000 years and is a major component… READ MORE

With some simple tips and tasty recipes, you’re going to win the long weekend! Summer is in full swing and… READ MORE

It’s BC Blueberry Season! Most people love local berries for their sweet appeal, but did you know they are a… READ MORE

It’s one of the very best times of the year, and that’s summer produce time! There’s really nothing better than… READ MORE

One of my favorite fruits to cook with is peaches.  Why?  Because depending on how you cook them and what… READ MORE

When is the last time you had a pasta dish where the vegetables were the star of the show? I… READ MORE

I strongly believe that everyone should have at least one good summer dessert in there back pocket- especially if it… READ MORE

It’s summer! That means longer days, BBQing, and eating outside. What tastes like summer more than fresh salmon? Salmon is… READ MORE

I’ve been fortunate to try different cuisine in a lot of different places. From BBQ in Texas to curry in… READ MORE

When I think of summer in gorgeous British Columbia, I think of the sweet smell of the sea, backyard BBQs… READ MORE

Say Hello Summer with Western Family! Western Family products feature the highest quality ingredients that turn everyday occasions into moments… READ MORE

It’s almost time for Canada Day and like many of you, I greatly enjoy spending time with friends and family… READ MORE

We Can! This Canada Day we celebrate the people that keep us going strong. We Can support local together. We… READ MORE

  Celebrating Dad Father’s Day lands on Sunday June 21 this year and though things may have changed a bit… READ MORE

Proud to support over 2000 growers & producers Right now, buying local is more important than ever. Because when you… READ MORE

I’ve made no secret of my love for pasta and tacos. In fact, I imagine a quick search of everything… READ MORE

You don’t have to break the bank to make delicious food, and it’s especially possible when making a good old… READ MORE

Lets get outside! As the weather gets warmer and the sun shines brighter, many of us are drawn to the… READ MORE

I love planning a Father’s Day meal – I’m not sure why but it always seems to involve big flavours,… READ MORE

How do you burger? Beef, turkey, veggie? There is something for everyone when building your perfect burger. Let’s get busy!… READ MORE

Did you know? Women aged 18-50 require 1000 mg of calcium daily. Women have unique nutritional needs, and their daily… READ MORE

Celebrate Mom and Support Women Women comprise over 50 percent of the population and are a significant group of health-care… READ MORE

There’s just something about a Croque Madame or Monsieur that makes you think of an elaborate French-style dish, when in… READ MORE

One of the seemingly never-ending challenges I face in my kitchen is dreaming up the perfect meal, only to realize… READ MORE

Just because the ingredients for dinner are already in your pantry doesn’t mean the meal can’t be out of this… READ MORE

When we experience times of increased stress and anxiety, it’s important to reach out for support and take steps to… READ MORE

Confession: baking has never come naturally to me. But I can tell it’s because I love to cook by taste… READ MORE

Save-On-Foods is committed to supporting everyone in our communities during this time when keeping you and your family healthy is… READ MORE

Who doesn’t love a good mac and cheese? It’s always a no-brainer in my family, especially at times like these…. READ MORE

With Easter around the corner, it’s time to think about that holiday dinner. For many people, Easter dinner doesn’t take… READ MORE

The Easter egg hunt on Easter morning is easily one of the best enjoyed holiday traditions. Hunting around the house… READ MORE

How to Social Distance in a Grocery Store Earlier this week, CBC News released useful information on how we can… READ MORE

Easter is one of my favourite holidays for a number of reasons. I love that a gorgeous spring is just… READ MORE

Medication Check-up Your pharmacist is an important part of your healthcare team. In addition to dispensing your medications, pharmacists can… READ MORE

First, what is Galentine’s Day? Galentine’s Day is a fictional holiday created by Leslie Knope in a 2010 episode of READ MORE

With lots of exciting sports action taking place this time of year, we’re here to help you plan a fun day READ MORE

At Save-On-Foods, we love Pork! But if you are one of the many, many people out there who get stuck READ MORE

Quitting takes hard work and a lot of effort, but it is possible. Understanding your body’s reaction to nicotine and READ MORE