I have compiled a list from my blog of the Most Popular Canadian Food the “Traditional Canadian food”. Such as Bannock to Butter Tarts to Beef Barley Stew. Then we have the popular Poutine and Tourtière which are French Canadian foods. I will be adding to this list over the coming months to include more recipes like Nanaimo bars, Saskatoon berry pie, Lobster rolls and Bloody Caesars.
This list goes back hundreds of years, however today this list has evolved to include recipes from around the World. You can find a diverse set of recipes from this site by simply going to the search bar on this site. So without further ado here is my list of recipes from the most popular Canadian food.
TRADITIONAL CANADIAN FOOD
I have to start this post with Canada’s National food dish. Which is the Poutine!
The Poutine hails from Quebec, Canada and is fresh French fries covered in cheese curds which are then smothered in a hot beef gravy that helps to melt the cheese.
Maple Candied Bacon can be made in the oven or in your air fryer. And is made with a few simple ingredients. That of Maple Syrup, Brown Sugar and Bacon of course.
4. Cherry Slushies
I have added Cherry Slushies to this list as I think it should be here, don’t you? Canada is one of the largest producers of Lambert Cherries and these cherries has been grown in the Pacific Northwest for over almost 150 years. Me and my family love to enjoy them all summer long and have for decades.
This Best Tourtiere Recipe also know as Tourtiere de Maman is a Canadian meat pie that is spiced. And is the perfect recipe to accompany your holiday festivities.
My friends and I need your HELP… is the slogan for the “Canadian Horse Rescue & Re- Homeing Society.
I’m speaking of the Canadian Horse. And right now they need us Canadians and everyone who cares about them to stand up for them. To tell the World that as Canadians the majority of us do not eat horse meat and do not support these BIG organization rounding them up, breeding them only to slaughter them for the meat markets overseas.
I typically stay away from Political matters but in this case I feel I have somewhat of a platform to be a VOICE for these Horses that are a Canadian Icon but are NOW in grave danger in this lifetime. Right now as I’m writing this these horses are being sought out and bought across Canada to be bred and sold for the meat markets in Japan. And they are not the only horses of course used this way, however there are allot that are. This business is growing and with a simple “Youtube” search you can find hard evidence of this. Beware it’s shocking to say the least as to the footage being captured at our airports of these horses last days on Canadian soil.
So who are the Canadian Horses?
Canadian horses where an invaluable ally to the settlers in their efforts to survive and prosper in their new home; Canadians who have known the Canadian horse have made clear their high esteem for the qualities of great strength and endurance, resilience, intelligence and good temper. The Canadian horse was at one time in danger of being lost through interbreeding or as a casualty of war, but has survived these perils, since 1885 and all during the present century, widespread and increasingly successful efforts have been made to re-establish and preserve the Canadian horse. The Government of Canada has declared these horses to be the “The National Horse” of Canada. Source: http://www.canadianhorsebreeders.com
Who are the Canadian Horse Rescue and Re-Homing Society?
The Canadian Horse Rescue and Re-Homing Society are allot like the Humane Society but not for dogs and cats for horses. And are an AMAZING rescue that puts 100% of the earnings back into horses rescued from auctions where these horses would otherwise be bought and sold to only end up on slaughterhouse floors. You can volunteer or donate if you can’t which will help them to raise awareness and allow there work to continue.
How the they began?
The Canadian Horse Rescue and Re-Homing Society was formed in 2015 after a few passionate and concerned Canadian horse owners learned that some Canadian horses had been shipped to a slaughter house in Alberta. As these horses are endangered, it was important to form a network to buy, adopt, or rescue and then rehabilitate Canadian Horses with the goal of re-homing them. Our role is to simply provide temporary shelter and care until forever homes can be found. Learn more about the Canadian Horse here.
Now I don’t know about you but life has enough heartache and stress to go around, so I don’t plan to just leave you hanging with giving you no means to HELP! Because unlike allot of other causes that leaving you wondering what can I really do? This cause is actually making a BIG difference in the lives of these Majestic Horses. You can help not only buy just spreading the word for theses voiceless horses, but you can DONATE to a GROUP that is standing in the FRONT LINE and needs more supporters to stand beside them.
The Canadian Horse Rescue and Re-Homing Society is a volunteer-driven association and is one of it’s kind in CANADA. From the BC-based Executive, to volunteers across Canada and the US, they rely on generous donations of time, money, and resources.
A key component of the Society’s work is helping owners re-home their Canadian breed horses, before sending them to auction or risking a less-than-ideal sale. Contact us if you have a Canadian breed horse to re-home or know of any Canadian breed horses that might be at risk.
STEP 2. Their team takes action
As we learn about Canadian horses in need, we offer owners several options to consider. We will also do a community call-to-action for any Canadian horses that might be at-risk, including those being sent to auction or that appear at auction.
STEP 3. Horses on the move
Our network provides food, shelter, and health care. We evaluate for soundness and basic training and handling, then plan our next move. The Society’s goal is to be a place of refuge and safety until a loving, forever home can be found for these rare horses.
Step 4. How you can support their efforts
From auction-watchers and horse haulers to temporary (foster) and permanent (adoptive) homes, it takes the whole community to ensure success. Review the Get Involved page for further details.
Will you make a DONATION today that can lead to helping more horses from ending up in SLAUGHTER? I think you can 🙂 every bit helps. Thank you for reading!
Hello everybody, Canada Day is right around the corner and I wanted to share this awesome recipe with you. So if your looking for a unique dessert to serve this Canada Day? Check out my Red Velvet Parfaitsit’s sure to be a hit.
Some cool facts: On Canada Day, July 1, 1980, the English version of ‘O Canada!’ was proclaimed the National Anthem of Canada, 100 years after it’s debut performance in 1880 for St. Jean-Baptiste Day celebrations. Composed by Calixa Lavallée, French lyrics were written by Sir Adolphe-Basile Routhier. Many English versions followed, but the current ‘official’ lyrics are based on a version written in 1908 by Robert Stanley Weir for the Diamond Jubilee of Confederation in 1927. ‘O Canada’ was, by far, the best-known patriotic song in Canada by the time World War I broke out in 1914. Many other songs had all but disappeared, and the once-popular ‘Maple Leaf Forever’ is rarely heard these days.
Red Velvet Parfait
Adventure level: 3/5
Serves: 4
This Red Velvet Parfait is sure to be a hit for any Summer event!
Ingredients
Red Velvet Cake Mix, eggs, oil and water
Lambert Cherries
Cream Cheese
Vanilla extract
Whipped cream
Sugar
Note: You can use any type of red fruit for this recipe to keep with the Canada Day theme!
I hope you give it a try and let me know what you think in the comments 🙂
Canada eh? Canada Day is right around the corner and so I’m sharing one of my favorite salads “My Crab Potato Salad”!
Hello everybody,I can’t believe we are about to hit Canada’s been 151 years soon, I feel so old… ha well i kinda do. I recently turned 30 something, but I might as well turned #151 because I was actually born on Canada Day, imagine them apples. So when everybody is Celebrating this holiday, it once again feels like everybody is celebrating my Birthday!! Lucky me eh?
Canada Day, means different things to different people. For me it has always meant school is over and summer is finally here! However as I get older, it’s now a time of reflection as well as a time where to get out and do some camping and be at one with nature. One thing for sure, is that this date is one where all Canadians come together, from sea to shining sea to Celebrate our nation’s Confederation. With FREE events happening Nationwide and all weekend long, you’re sure feel the spirit of it all.
So cool facts: On Canada Day, July 1, 1980, the English version of ‘O Canada!’ was proclaimed the National Anthem of Canada, 100 years after it’s debut performance in 1880 for St. Jean-Baptiste Day celebrations. Composed by Calixa Lavallée, French lyrics were written by Sir Adolphe-Basile Routhier. Many English versions followed, but the current ‘official’ lyrics are based on a version written in 1908 by Robert Stanley Weir for the Diamond Jubilee of Confederation in 1927. ‘O Canada’ was, by far, the best-known patriotic song in Canada by the time World War I broke out in 1914. Many other songs had all but disappeared, and the once-popular ‘Maple Leaf Forever’ is rarely heard these days.
Not sure what to bring to your next event/gathering? Check out my recipe for thisCanadianCrab Potato Saladit’s sure to be a hit.
This Crab Potato Salad is sure to be a hit for any Summer event!
Ingredients
Imitation Crab meat (8oz) package
2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
2 tsp Celery Salt
1 tsp Onion powder
1 tbsp White Pepper
4 tbsp of Fresh Dill
3/4 cup Hellman’s Mayonnaise
1/2 cup Sour Cream
4 Celery chopped
1 Red Bell Pepper Chopped
2 stalks of Green onions
Lemon Juice
Directions
To make the recipe:
Wash and peel your potatoes. Chop them into bite size pieces and place them in a pot covered with water, boil till fork tender. Once cooked, allow them to cool down in cold water.
While your potatoes are cooking, mix your mayo, sour cream, old bay seasoning, celery salt, white pepper, together in a large bowl and set aside.
Now chop your celery, green onions, dill and red peppers into small pieces and set aside.
Once your potatoes are completely cooled down, add them to a larger bowl.
And place all your ingredients from bowl 1 into the larger bowl and combine till your potatoes are coated.
Then add in your “flaked” imitation crab and your remaining ingredients and mix till combined.
Squeeze in the juice of one lemon, “make sure the seeds don’t fall into the salad”.
Garnish with green onions and chill in the fridge 1 hour before serving.
Note: You can add red cherry tomatoes too this also.
I hope you give it a try and let me know what you think in the comments 🙂
If you happen to be in British Columbia’s interior this summer and are looking for an experience of a lifetime. Then I would highly recommended booking tickets on the Kettle Valley Steam Railway which was built during 1910- 1915, and stopped in 1989 do to shutdowns. Since then 10-kilometre section from Prairie Valley Station to Canyon View Siding has been restored. And is now up and running to the public, offering families an experience back in time. Last summer me and my partners family spend some time near Summerland, BC where this train still runs. And had the times of our lives, while learning about this historic place and train. “The Kettle Valley Steam Railway showcases a unique part of the Okanagan’s and British Columbia’s history” and you won’t regret booking yourself a ticket on this great outdoor adventure.
There are several types of rides available so make sure to look online first before going, you want to book the right ride in advance. And without giving too much away, all I will just say is that there will be many horses involved, if you choose the Great Train Robbery ride. This was the longer ride that ends in a cookout! Tons of fun and the food after was catered to us and was absolutely AMAZING! (Highly Recommended) Book your seat here: Tickets!
Guests have the opportunity to book tickets in the vintage passenger coach or open air car. When I went last year, we choose the open air car. And I am glad we did, because it was hot that day and the breeze that came into the train was very nice. If you are choosing the open air car, I suggestion bringing warm clothes just the same. In case the weather changes, you do want to catch a chill.
Lively music and historical commentary complete the railway adventure. If you end up going, I would love to hear about your experience. But please don’t give to much away in the comments below. Makes things more special for my readers to experience something unexpected.
