Canadian consumers are looking for more information on eating seasonally. After all, food that is in season is fresher, tastier and frequently more affordable than other out-of-season ingredients. Who better to connect with Canadian consumers than best-selling cookbook author, media commentator and award-winning food and travel writer Dan Clapson?
That is why Canadian Food Focus has partnered with Dan to develop a series of articles and videos showcasing seasonal tips and recipes from his cookbook Prairie (co-authored by Edmonton’s Twyla Campbell).
“Dan’s reels, articles and recipes not only offer solid guidance on embracing Canada’s diverse produce throughout our four distinct seasons but are also full of fun tips and tricks to make the most of seasonal ingredients.”
Dorothy Long, Managing Director of Canadian FoodFocus
Dan’s engaging reels, practical articles and delicious recipes share creative ideas that help Canadians make the most of seasonal ingredients. Through these seasonal insights, Dan inspires Canadians to connect with local agriculture and make the most of Canada’s diverse produce throughout the year. The videos are shared on several Canadian Food Focus social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok as well as through Dan’s social media network.
“It’s truly rewarding to partner with passionate food influencers like Dan Clapson, who share our mission to celebrate the richness of Canadian foods and foster greater food literacy among Canadians. Together, we build each other up, creating a stronger, more informed community that appreciates the value of the great food grown here!”
Dorothy Long, Managing Director of Canadian Food Focus
Help us spread the word by sharing these seasonal articles, videos and recipes to your network. Look for more seasonal ingredient information on our What’s in Season website page.
Canadian Food Focus is a consumer-centric program driven by the beliefs, questions and concerns Canadians have about food production. It is important to create content that matters to consumers and resonates with their personal and emotional connection to food. Follow us:
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Eat Seasonally This Winter
Discover the joys of seasonal cooking this winter. Learn how to make the most of Canadian ingredients and get creative in your kitchen.
Eat Seasonally This Spring
Explore the difficulties of eating locally in spring. Find out how to navigate the limited availability of fresh ingredients.
Eat Seasonally This Summer
Embrace the summer season by eating seasonally. Find out how to make the most of fresh summer ingredients with these creative ideas.
Eat Seasonally This Fall
Discover the joys of eating seasonally this fall in Canada. Explore the vibrant flavours of autumn produce and enjoy delicious meals.
Recipes
Sour Cream Panna Cotta with Stewed Fruit
This recipe incorporates sour cream for a bit of tang, which gives it a can't-quite-put-your-finger-on-it flavour that your friends will over.
Herbed Green Split Peas and Asparagus on Toast
This toast celebrates the wonderful texture of al dente split peas coupled with spring vegetables like spinach and asparagus, fresh herbs, a little kick courtesy of an amazing Calgary-made hot sauce and a slathering of labneh for some added brightness.
Raspberry-Macerated Onions
A beautiful, fresh-tasting condiment perfect for all your summer dishes.
Autumn Potato Salad with Hummus Herb Dressing
Best served on a warm, sunny day in late September so you can pretend that summer hasn’t ended after all. Ah, delicious denial.
Reels
Angela Larson
Communications Manager, Canadian Food Focus and Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan
Angela grew up on a mixed grain and beef cattle farm near Lloydminster, Saskatchewan. Throughout her career, she has worked with several agriculture groups such as CanolaInfo, SaskMustard, HealthyFlax, Sask Pork, and SaskTurkey on their social media and communications programming. Currently, she is our Communications Manager for Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan as well as for our national program, Canadian Food Focus.
Angela, her husband Andrew and their two daughters Molly and Claire, live and work on their multigenerational mixed grain farm near Lloydminster. They are also active in their local 4-H Beef Club.