BC Food News

In the latest episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses Dairy Queen Canada's reintroduction of their popular Crunchin' Cookie Dipped Cone, now with a new mint flavour twist. This seasonal offering, available at Canadian DQ outlets, combines vanilla soft serve ice cream with a minty cone coating and chocolate cookie pieces. The Mint Oreo Blizzard has also made a return as the Blizzard of...

The podcast episode from BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, announces an upcoming collaboration between world-renowned Chef Grant Achatz of the iconic Chicago restaurant Alinea and the Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, as part of Alinea's 20th-anniversary tour. This exclusive culinary residency, running from April 16 to May 31, will offer an immersive gastronomic experience showcas...

In the recent episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English announces the Reynolds Kitchens® Parchment Cooking Bags as the 2026 Product of the Year in the Kitchen Essentials category. The award, chosen by 40,000 American consumers, exemplifies the product's success in simplifying the cooking process. Bryan Rakowski, the Vice President of Marketing at Reynolds Consumer Products, attributes the win...

In the recent episode of BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, the central discussion revolved around the 2026 Independent Restaurant Industry Report by the James Beard Foundation. The report, which was compiled in collaboration with Deloitte, provides insightful details about the struggles and survival strategies of independent restaurants. Despite facing numerous challenges, from volatile in...

In the recent episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English explored the dynamic changes meal subscription services, particularly focusing on Blue Apron, are making to meet the evolving needs of today's consumers. It was discussed how shifting household routines and demanding schedules are driving the need for more flexible and varied meal solutions. As a response, companies such as Blue Apron ha...

In this episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses the impact of dietary antioxidants on female reproductive health, focusing on a new study by California Greens that reveals a link between a diet rich in antioxidants and lower infertility rates among women. Drawing attention to the growing prevalence of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), which affects up to 10% of women of childbearing ag...

On the episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses Topo Chico Hard's new margarita-flavored offerings in honor of National Margarita Day. Topo Chico Hard introduced two new products - the Hard Margarita Flavored Alcohol Beverage in 6-pack glass bottles and the Margarita MAX FAB Strawberry Hibiscus in a single-serve can. They aim to offer refreshing, ready-to-enjoy beverages that mix q...

The latest episode of BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, showcases a community-driven event on COBS Bread known as 'Hot Cross Buns Day', set to take place on February 21st. The event invites musicians to play the classic 'Hot Cross Buns' tune at their bakeries, rewarding each participant with a free Hot Cross Bun. An initiative titled 'Play to Pay' witnessed massive community participation...

On the latest episode of BC Food News hosted by Jennifer English, listeners got a closer look into the celebration of Drake's Cakes who are marking their 130th anniversary, as well as the buildup to the 100th birthday of the beloved Devil Dogs. The brand has released a new limited-time flavor called Mochaccino Devil Dogs, blending rich devil's food cake with a smooth, creamy mochaccino-flavored cr...

This episode of BC Food News covers the announcement of a major partnership between Wynn Resorts and the award-winning Netflix series, Chef's Table. Set to launch this fall, this groundbreaking collaboration will transform the culinary scene with a series of exclusive food and beverage events. Kicking off the partnership is Wynn Revelry by Chef's Table, an event that brings together the brightest...

In this episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English announces McDonald's unique Valentine's Day offering, a McNugget Caviar kit. Created in collaboration with Paramount Caviar, the kit includes crispy Chicken McNuggets paired with premium Baerii Sturgeon caviar. Each kit contains a 1-ounce tin of McNugget Caviar, a $25 Arch Card, crème fraîche, and a Mother of Pearl caviar spoon - everything needed...

In this episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses the Academy of the Sacred Heart's new 'Nourishing Our Future' Capital Campaign — a $1.8 million initiative to overhaul the school's dining experience. The project involves the introduction of a new commercial kitchen, updated dining spaces, and a daily lunch program. A significant portion of the initiative is funded by a $1 million donati...

In the most recent episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses the significant updates announced by the Canadian Government to improve affordability for Canadians, especially with regards to groceries and other essentials. This includes the introduction of the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit and an increase in its amount by 25% for the next five years. Additional measures include a...

The BC Food News podcast, hosted by Jennifer English, provides insight into the partnership between happy products (co-founded by Craig Dubitsky and Robert Downey Jr.) and the well-loved convenience store chain, Sheetz. In this episode, they discuss happy's popular Ready-to-Drink Chocolatey Chip, Vanilla, and Caramel Lattes, and classic and Tahitian Vanilla Cold Brews now available across 800 Shee...

In the recent episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the newly announced Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, a government initiative designed to tackle food insecurity by making life more affordable for millions of Canadians. The benefit, announced by Minister Rebecca Chartrand, aims to provide support to over 12 million low- and modest-income Canadians, starting in the spri...

The episode of BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, offers updates on Empire Company Limited and its subsidiary, Sobeys Inc. The companies are transitioning their e-commerce strategies by closing their Alberta facilities due to slower growth and smaller market size. However, their customer needs in Western Canada will continue to be met through third-party partnerships. Furthermore, the compa...

In the latest episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the recent announcement from Atlas Ocean Voyages about the lineup of internationally celebrated chefs and culinary experts for their 2026 European season. The lineup includes culinary stars like Ippy Aiona, Luciana Berry, and Massimo Capra who will be leading culinary sessions on the ships. The guests aboard the World Traveller...

The episode of BC Food News discusses new measures announced by the Canadian government to make groceries and essentials more affordable. Host, Jennifer English, breaks down the initiatives, including the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, the Strategic Response Fund, and the Food Security Fund, aimed at offering immediate support to Canadians and building a stronger economy. She also covers...

In the latest episode of BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, listeners immersed themselves in the colorful and delicious world of Mardi Gras. The podcast spotlighted Big Easy Whiskey's unique offerings, allowing the audience to celebration Mardi Gras at home with its famous whiskey-infused King Cakes and signature cocktails. The podcast detailed the King Cake's ingredients, including a flavo...

In the latest episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses Real Good Foods' newly launched flour tortillas, designed for the health-conscious consumer. These tortillas are high in protein and fiber, low in carbs, and lack seed oils. Unlike the typical low-carb tortillas that are dense due to added fibers, Real Good Foods' tortillas adopt a culinary approach without compromising flavor or te...

In this episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the thrilling reimagining of Tucson’s Bungalow Block into Tucson Gastro Park. Developer Peter Anadranistakis plans to convert the century-old bungalows into a food lover's paradise featuring themed gastro lounges crafted to offer unique experiences. With support from businesses like Barrio Bread and Talega Coffee, the project is also...

The BC Food News podcast, hosted by Jennifer English, discussed an exciting partnership between McCormick, the global leader in flavor, and Paris Hilton's media company, 11:11 Media. This two-year long collaboration aims to inspire new era of creativity and flavor-centric content in the culinary world, utilizing Hilton's influence to engage the next generation of consumers and elevate McCormick's...

In an insightful episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the Taste of the NFL event occurring in conjunction with Super Bowl LX in San Francisco. The event, which aims to combat student hunger, brings together renowned chefs, NFL Legends, and important organizations such as PepsiCo and GENYOUth. Food and wine tastings from top local restaurants, chefs, and vintners are highlights,...

In this episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the exciting partnerships of Tim Hortons with the Canadian Olympic Committee and the Canadian Paralympic Committee. The iconic Canadian brand will serve its coffee at the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and launch initiatives to rally Canadians behind Team Canada. These initiatives include commemorati...

The BC Food News podcast, hosted by Jennifer English, explores the intriguing concept of non-alcoholic spirits brought to life by the world-first Seedlip brand. The episode talks about Seedlip's initiative to make Dry January more enjoyable with their recent campaign, 'Yeah, It’s a Drink,' featuring popular TV personality Dorinda Medley. This campaign demonstrates the appealing and classy side of...