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How to face off your teen's appetite
Family life
30 January, 2023
“Mom, dad, we’re hungry!” Recognize that rallying cry? Battling your teenagers’ mighty cravings isn’t always easy. When snacks can’t check their insatiable hunger[...]
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Cook with the family
Family life
30 January, 2023
Cooking with the family Juggling family and everyday responsibilities can be a hell of a sport. Luckily, getting your kids involved in the kitchen has many perks. On top of being a fun activity, co[...]
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How to win the leftovers game
Home tips
30 January, 2023
We do the groceries, we make a game plan, and then we cook… But after dinner, we realize there’s leftovers. Since food waste is a tough opponent, we need to be quick on our skates to fi[...]
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The secret to condiments
Cooking tricks
30 January, 2023
When hunger strikes, the best solution is a quick solution. Well, we’ve got a game plan for a meal the whole family will enjoy. Hot-dogs, with only two ingredients, are an easy to make and alw[...]
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The secret to perfect pulled pork
Cooking tricks
30 January, 2023
Did you know pork is an MVP in Canadians’ plates? Whether it’s for ham, bacon, or cutlets, Canada is at the top of the charts when it comes to pork production. One of the best strategies[...]
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King of the cafeteria
Cooking tricks
31 August, 2021
Don't feel like waiting by the microwave at the office? Olymel has THE solution, or rather .. solutionS for you! We've prepared a selection of sandwiches for you that are way ahead of the plain[...]
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A toast for every occasion
Family life
15 September, 2021
Toasts are perfect at any time of day. Whether it's for breakfast, lunch or even dinner, the possibilities are endless, as shown by the many favorites we listed here! A good bread, excellent Oly[...]
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Dinner-sandwich
Family life
14 September, 2021
Who says back to school also means the return of rushed dinners? We know how chaotic evening meals can be. That's why we offer you here our best sandwich recipes to recreate in order to save time,[...]
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I did it myself!
Family life
30 August, 2021
Do you have a teenager at home who asks for nothing better than to be able to help out when it comes to preparing lunches? Suggest the following sandwich ideas. And if you're not one of the lucky[...]
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It's a Wrap!
Family life
30 August, 2021
Looking for quick and effective solutions to satisfy the appetites of kids who just returned to school? Why not wraps! Here are our 5 most popular wrap recipes: [...]
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«In-Croissant» Love
Family life
31 August, 2021
Fan of croissants? Here is a top 5 that will please you! Olymel cold cuts and croissants are always a winning combo! [...]
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Back to school is in the bag!
Family life
30 August, 2021
Your children are going back to school and you are looking for inspiration to fill their lunchbox? Here is THE reference list you need! Check out our top 10 most popular sandwiches: [...]
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Three pressure cooker pork recipes that are sure to delight
Cooking tricks
16 March, 2020
A miracle of modern cuisine, the pressure cooker lets you sample Olymel fresh pork even faster! Pork loin, ribs and other delights have never been easier to make. Here are three comfort recipes fo[...]
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12 fun recipes to introduce your kids to cooking
Family life
18 February, 2020
A love of cooking is often passed down from one generation to the next. We all remember a few of our grandmother's classics or have fond memories of a dish from our childhood. Now it's your turn to [...]
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Breakfast of champions
Well living
28 June, 2019
We’ve all heard it before, whether from our mother, a teacher or a health specialist: breakfast is the most important meal of the day! And the reason for that of course is found right in the n[...]
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Making vegetables sexy for carnivores
Well living
6 February, 2019
Not quite as attracted by a bunch of broccoli as by a nice crisp slice of bacon? Brussels sprouts don't make your mouth water as much as grilled sausages? Crudités can't quite hold a [...]
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Strut your stuffing!
Hosting
18 December, 2018
Our best stuffing recipes... or how to stuff meat with more meat At Olymel, we are so in love with charcuterie that every winter we make bologna Inukshuks in our backyards. We love cold cuts[...]
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Our 5 all-time best sofa surfing recipes
Well living
11 December, 2018
It's that time of the year again when we renew our love affair with our sofas: between the new fall TV line-up, season 18 of our favourite show, or the return of hockey, you'll soon be growi[...]
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Athletes eat a tonne of pasta: but why exactly?
Well living
29 October, 2018
Whether you’re a hard core year-round athlete or more of a weekend warrior, you’ve no doubt heard that pasta is one of the best foods around when it comes to supplying energy. Is this[...]
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Sports and physical activities at mealtimes: Should you eat beforehand, or not?
Well living
13 September, 2018
Working out at or around mealtimes is pretty common these days for many of us: whether it’s early in the morning, at lunch or after work, with our busy schedules eating and physical activities[...]
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Everything you always wanted to know about sausages
Practical guide
18 July, 2018
Whether you like them grilled to perfection or as an appetizer, alone or with friends, sausages always give people something to talk about. And if the subject does turn to sausages around the tab[...]
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9 recipes that'll put seasonal fruits and vegetables on your plate
Practical guide
22 June, 2018
Local Quebec fruits and vegetables are a lot like summer weather: it's not around for long but when it is, you have to get your fill! To make sure local vegetables find their way to your[...]
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Healthy lunches in disguise for Halloween
Practical guide
19 October, 2017
Halloween's just around the corner and with it comes ample opportunity for your kids to go to town on the sweets. And though chocolate-licorice diet high in is awfully yummy, there are other ways t[...]
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APPLE PICKING SEASON: 6 RECIPES FOR YOUR FALL HARVEST
Cooking tricks
16 October, 2017
It's time for fall activities with the family, and that includes the inevitable trip to the u-pick orchard! And it will come as no surprise that you'll soon find yourself with way more apple[...]
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Father's Day: 5 gift ideas for 5 one-of-a-kind dads
Family life
13 June, 2017
Whatever his passion, find the gift he’ll love! [...]
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A mini veggie garden in your kitchen!
Practical guide
9 May, 2017
Now that spring's finally here, we bet you're looking forward to some fresh, flavourful greens. Perfect timing, because spring is the ideal season to start your kitchen garden! Nothing could be easi[...]
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Gift ideas for Mother's Day
Family life
27 April, 2017
Personalized gift ideas that'll delight her or surprise her… or hopefully both! Here's a helping hand so you can find that special personal gift for the moms in our lives. 1. Of course[...]
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A green spring cleaning special: 4 cleaning products you can make yourself
Home tips
26 April, 2017
For a sparkling clean house, naturally! When spring arrives, everyone looks forward to airing out the house and to giving it a good scrubbing from top to bottom, all to finally say goodbye to w[...]
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4 crafty ideas just in time for Easter!
Family life
31 March, 2017
Gather the family and make your own fun decorations and disguises! costumes ? What better way to spend Easter weekend than doing a little do-it-yourself crafting with the family![...]
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7 great ways to use ice cube trays
Cooking tricks
20 March, 2017
To make life simpler or a little sweeter! Ever considered replacing those old ice cube trays with plastic bags? Read on, it’ll change your entire outlook on the subject! Not only are[...]
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3 great reasons to serve pork
Practical guide
6 March, 2017
The truth about pork In a lot of people’s minds all cuts of pork have a lot of fat, but nothing could be further from the truth! The reality is, not only is pork not fatty, it’s one of[...]
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5 things you can do to get more happiness out of winter
Family life
28 February, 2017
Figure the snowman has had enough of the white stuff this year? Here are 5 ideas to have some fun out of doors this winter. More snow in the forecast? Awesome! Everybody outside! Get [...]
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5 original gift ideas to help personalize your Valentine's Day
Practical guide
7 February, 2017
Face it, giving chocolate and roses is getting a little cliché. Valentine’s Day is a lot like Hawaiian pizza: either you like it or you don’t. And sometimes even people[...]
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Football Night: recipes of champions for watching the big game with friends
Hosting
20 January, 2017
7 easy recipes that are sure to score big! The climax of the American football season is fast approaching. Whichever teams make the final, the hoopla surrounding the game is like nothing else on [...]
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Make your oven make miracles
Cooking tricks
20 January, 2017
Be the roasting and braising master you always wanted to be! Oven roasting looks simple, but if you want a tender, flavourful piece of meat, you have to follow a few basic rules. We’ve p[...]
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6 holiday decorations you can make yourself
Practical guide
2 December, 2016
Easy-to-make decorations add a uniquely personal touch to your holiday décor Holiday preparations are always filled with joy and wonder, especially when the family pitches in and trims th[...]
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5 comfort food recipes perfect for cocooning
Well living
18 November, 2016
November's nasty cold weather makes you want to do some serious cocooning at home, whether you're single, a couple or you've got kids. To get the most from your cocooning time you need: •[...]
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Getting the house and garden ready for winter
Practical guide
17 November, 2016
An all-you-need-to-remember checklist! Finally got the Halloween decorations stowed away? Nice job. But don’t get ensconced in front of that big screen just yet: it’s time to deck out [...]
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5 rainy day activity ideas
Family life
10 November, 2016
Get inspired and have an awesome time with your kids! It’s raining, it’s pouring, the old man is snoring! Which is fine for the old man, maybe, but where does that leaves the rest o[...]
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Canning 101
Cooking tricks
24 October, 2016
Everything you need to know about using Mason jars for your fall canning Like a lot of people, you might associate fall with home canning. And while canning was a necessity in our grandparent[...]
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Halloween Special: very scary foods!
Cooking tricks
21 October, 2016
Yummy ideas to spook your little monsters! Ah, the night all the mini-vampires, pint-sized Spidermen and adorable little witches come out to haunt the neighbourhood. Halloween is often a kid&rsq[...]
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Celebrating Oktoberfest!
Hosting
18 September, 2017
A handy guide to beer and sausage pairings This fall, Germany is coming to town! During Oktoberfest, which as you may have guessed is German for October Festival, it's time to party it up and try [...]
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Quebec's 6 most beautiful parks
Family life
26 August, 2016
Quebec is full of incredible parks that make superb destinations for a leisurely picnic or a weekend of camping fun. Whether you’re looking for a natural green space within an urban se[...]
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The marinade primer!
Cooking tricks
26 August, 2016
The ultimate reference guide to preparing delicious marinades Sometimes in life, happiness comes in the form of a truly tender, juicy piece of meat that's been marinated to perfection. The good n[...]
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How to survive heat waves
Well living
8 August, 2016
Discover Olymel's tips to surf the heat wave A Québec summer without dog-days is not a real summer! After waiting and hoping for months for the sun and heat to return, who is going to c[...]
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Cooking with kids: learning can be fun and tasty!
Family life
8 August, 2016
Olymel is offering you a few tips to enjoy the benefits and pleasure of family cooking. We all want to spend quality time with our children but we sometimes lack inspiration when the time comes to[...]
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8 tips that make camping trips simpler
Family life
7 July, 2016
You finally did it. Your site’s booked, you bought yourself a tent: this summer you are taking the camping plunge. Time for the whole family to soak up a bit of nature, enjoy yourselve[...]
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5 tips for taking a road trip with kids
Family life
7 July, 2016
For a fun, worry-free vacation In summer, road trips make for super weekend getaways or longer vacations for the whole family… provided you get organized first! Whatever your destinat[...]
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7 tips for a no-hassle moving day
Family life
23 June, 2016
Tricks to help your move go just a little bit smoother Moving season has arrived, and with it comes the excitement of creating that perfect, all-new home you always wanted! Yet often the fuss and[...]
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Five DIY decorating tips for successful National holidays
Hosting
22 June, 2016
Having people over for the National holidays? Here are a few decorating tricks to help you create an unforgettable celebration Are you entertaining family and friends in your yard to celebrate th[...]
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5 BARBECUE HACKS TO SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE
Family life
17 June, 2016
Whether it's for a cozy dinner for two or an afternoon celebration with the whole family, having a barbecue takes a certain amount of organization. So here are five surprisingly ingenious tips f[...]
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Tapas night with friends
Hosting
29 March, 2016
Recipes and decorating ideas for a warm and inviting evening The kids at a sleepover, summer camp or staying with your parents? Jump at the opportunity to have a sophisticated evening with frien[...]
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Ready. Set. Eat!
Cooking tricks
29 March, 2016
It's a well-known fact: sports make people hungry! This is why you must have enough to make sure your guests eat their fill. Whatever you decide to serve them, forget the silverware because your[...]
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Delicious finger food for festive occasions
Hosting
29 March, 2016
If holiday entertaining is an art, so is making all your guests happy! Along with having an impeccable tree, wanting to beat your father-in-law at cards and showing off your encyclopedic repertoire [...]
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Fast and easy ideas for weekday meals
Family life
29 March, 2016
Five quick recipes, for the lunch box or the supper table, to make the whole family smile. Say goodbye to stress and hello to five quick recipes from Olymel, for weekday suppers or lunches prepare[...]
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Savour the summer, Olymel-style!
Family life
29 March, 2016
Try our chef's favourite recipes, ready in under 30 minutes, giving you time to relax with your family or enjoy an evening with friends. This recipe for [...]
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Spotlight on Ham
Cooking tricks
29 March, 2016
Everything you need to know to make ham like a pro. After spending the day outside, nothing beats opening the door to the wonderful aromas of home cooking. You can easily create that special wa[...]
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The feng shui kitchen
Well living
29 March, 2016
Feng shui, the Chinese term meaning "wind-water," is a form of energy (or "chi") that surrounds us all and flows well or poorly depending on, among other things, our decor. Do yo[...]
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Health and storage
Practical guide
29 March, 2016
Bacteria found in our environment love heat. The internal temperature of food is a determining factor for the growth of micro-organisms. The danger zone for food is between 4ºC/39ºF and 60[...]
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Gluten-free
Well living
29 March, 2016
Recently, we have noticed an increasing number of gluten-free products on shelves. The market for gluten-free food choices has also grown in the food service sector. Olymel offers several gluten-f[...]
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Picnicking: Don't forget a thing!
Family life
29 March, 2016
Are you going on a picnic for a couple of hours or for the whole day? Have you already planned a tasty menu featuring Olymel products? Because it's so easy to forget something, here's a checklist yo[...]
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Fancy a health cure?
Well living
29 March, 2016
[image] With summer on the horizon, are you feeling the need for a mini health cure to revitalize your energy? Each time the season changes, whether it's fall, winter, spring or summer, experts [...]
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We're off to the park!
Family life
28 March, 2016
Throughout Quebec and across Canada, you'll find countless picnic parks where you can spend an hour or a whole day. Whether you're an urbanite who prefers to picnic in the neighbourhood park[...]
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A picnic basket primer
Family life
28 March, 2016
How do you choose the right picnic carrier, both durable and practical, that you can use year after year, whether it's a family outing or an intimate meal for two? Easy, with our handy guide to pic[...]
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5 tips to get your kids out the door on time
Family life
28 March, 2016
In a lot of households, mornings can quickly turn into battle zones where total chaos reigns. Multiply the degree of difficulty by the number of family members and, let's face it, mornings can be a [...]
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How to choose a lunchbox you'll love
Family life
28 March, 2016
It's back to school time and, among the long list of necessities you'll be buying for the kids, the lunchbox figures prominently. In today's lunchbox universe, you'll find a wide s[...]
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Good-bye stress, hello tai chi!
Well living
28 March, 2016
Tai chi originally evolved as a martial art, but over time, it’s grown into a gymnastic discipline to help balance the mind and the body. For the body, it builds flexibility, strengthens the m[...]
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Making your sports party a success
Hosting
28 March, 2016
If you're looking for a good excuse to get together with friends, consider throwing a party on a Saturday night or Sunday afternoon to watch the game on TV. Check out our tips for making your ge[...]
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The ABCs of winter hiking
Family life
28 March, 2016
It's true that the January deep freeze might make you want to hibernate until spring… but that would mean missing out on all the invigorating pleasures of winter. It's a season that will ench[...]
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Our favourite blogs
Practical guide
28 March, 2016
Whether you're organizing weekend activities, putting an original stamp on your home decorations or planning a menu to please everyone, the Internet has 1,001 sites dedicated to family living. Looki[...]
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Kitchen Yoga
Well living
28 March, 2016
Our increasingly busy lives have us constantly rushing. Ironically, this ultimately promotes a sedentary lifestyle. We're constantly sitting at work, on the bus, in the car and in front of the T[...]
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Your Checklist for a Winning Sports Party!
Hosting
24 March, 2016
Sports events abound on TV? Why not use them as a pretext to gather your family and friends in your living room? Let's huddle and plan your winning sports party! Ready, set... Are you sure? W[...]
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The Half-Time Snack
Hosting
24 March, 2016
Your friends are coming over to watch the football, basketball or hockey game of the year? Make half-time delicious with an enticing, yet uncomplicated, snack because you and your guests will be jus[...]
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S.O.S. Cooking
Cooking tricks
24 March, 2016
Tips on how to impress your guests Maybe you have zero chance of ever becoming a celebrity chef, but you still love to cook for friends. Impress your guests (and maybe yourself, too !) with a few [...]
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The Art of Hosting
Hosting
24 March, 2016
3 simple tips to make your soirée a smashing success [...]
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The King of the Grill!
Cooking tricks
14 March, 2016
Your chef's apron, your cooking tongs, your grill and your Olymel products: that's all you need for an exceptionally successful meal! Barbecuing is obviously one of summer's simplest ple[...]
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