In this episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English dives into the 50th anniversary celebrations of Capriotti's Sandwich Shop that is kicking off on National Cheesesteak Day with a ‘Simply the Best Since 1976’ campaign. Capriotti's is known for its award-winning cheesesteak, which now comes with 25% more meat. In honor of its Golden Jubilee, Rewards Members are offered a 'Buy Any Cheesesteak, Get One 50% Off' deal. The restaurant has a variety of cheesesteak options including Classic, American Wagyu, Chicken, and an Impossible™ plant-based version. Apart from food deals, the restaurant rewards its members with points and exclusive perks throughout the year. Lastly, fans can also pre-order limited-edition merchandise for $19.76 as part of the celebratory events. The celebration, which includes special events, limited-time offers, and some surprises, can be followed online on capriottis.com or their social media profiles.

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In the latest episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses three essential VEVOR products that are perfect for spring hosting — a popcorn machine, a meat slicer, and an ice maker. VEVOR's Popcorn Machine has a strong 850-watt motor that can produce up to 48 cups of popcorn per batch, bringing a fun, cinema-like atmosphere to any gathering. The VEVOR 240W Meat Slicer has an adjustable thickness setting and a 10-inch 45carbon steel blade, ideal for preparing consistent slices for charcuterie boards and deli plates. Lastly, the VEVOR Ice Maker can create 45 ice cubes per cycle, ensuring cold drinks for all guests. With these three kitchen essentials, VEVOR aims to help hosts transform their kitchens into ideal entertaining spaces without the need for professional catering.

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In the recent episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English discusses the release of the first-ever Blueprint by the Food Is Medicine Coalition, aimed at integrating medically tailored meals into the U.S. healthcare system. Developed in collaboration with the Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation of Harvard Law School, the Blueprint provides a comprehensive roadmap for establishing standards for such food-based interventions, addressing legal, regulatory and operational issues and aligning with healthcare reimbursement pathways. The goal is to transition from pilot programs to long-term, sustainable solutions that can improve health outcomes and fight food insecurity, while reducing healthcare costs. The Blueprint is the collective effort of various stakeholders, including healthcare payers, providers, policy experts, and practitioners. The Blueprint is currently accessible online and could pave way for other Food Is Medicine interventions.

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In the podcast episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the significant economic and health benefits of the 'Food is Medicine' programs, as highlighted in a report by The Rockefeller Foundation. Starting with an exploration of how these initiatives can support state economies, create jobs, and uplift small and mid-sized farms, the podcast explores how expanding these programs could lead to increased economic activity worth over $45 billion and job creation for around 316,000 people. The report underlines the need for intentional policy choices and local sourcing preferences to ensure the healthcare dollars benefit local economies rather than large national distributors. The economic analysis in the report, commissioned by Dalberg Advisors, is part of the Rockefeller Foundation's broader $220 million investment in nutrition initiatives.

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In the recent episode of BC Food News, Jennifer English brings us exciting news about a significant investment made by the Government of Canada into Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Youth Employment and Skills Program (YESP). The $27 million boost aims to provide practical work experience and valuable skills to Canadian youth aged 15 to 30, eying particularly on youth facing employment barriers. The funding will go towards covering the wages and benefits for young employees hired by employers in the agriculture and agri-food sectors. The latest application process has been streamlined to prioritize youth facing employment barriers. This program is part of a bigger investment strategy, a staggering $307.9 million for the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy emphasizing to build a sustainable and vibrant future for the agriculture sector relying on new perspectives, energy, and innovation from young people in Canada.

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In this episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses the results of the 2026 World Championship Cheese Contest. The top prize was won by Beemster Royaal Grand Cru, a cheese made in Westbeemster, Netherlands, scoring 98.68 out of 100, among 3,375 entries. The first and second runners-up were Appenzeller Purple Label from Appenzell, Switzerland, and Alter Fritz from Jonschwil, Switzerland respectively. The event saw representation from 25 countries and 34 U.S. states and territories, with U.S. cheesemakers earning the most gold medals overall. Wisconsin led in first-place awards, followed by New York and Vermont. The contest, hosted by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association, is celebrated for its technical evaluation of dairy products and boasts an internationally renowned team of 56 judges.

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In the BC Food News podcast, host Jennifer English discussed a pioneering collaboration between Organic Valley, Stonyfield Organic, UNFI, and Whole Foods Market. These companies have joined forces in a program called the Carbon Insetting Program, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across the U.S. organic dairy supply chain. This initiative focuses on making the food's journey from farm to table more eco-friendly and sustainable while supporting the organic dairy farms that actually produce the food. The collaboration involves implementing sustainable practices on farms, like utilizing solar power and specialized feed innovations to reduce methane emissions from cows, leading to the creation of Verified Impact Units (VIUs). This transparent process is benchmarked and publicly reported on the SustainCERT VIVID platform, increasing consumer trust and industry credibility.

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The BC Food News podcast, hosted by Jennifer English, has covered the topic of the 2026 Wynn Signature Chinese Wine Awards in its latest episode. The wine event, taking place in Macao, will invite 23 of the world's leading experts to judge China's finest wines from almost 180 wineries and over 800 wines. The panel, featuring 11 Masters of Wine and 2 Master Sommeliers, will offer awards in 39 categories including a new award category, the Fontana Sommelier's Choice. The event also includes four masterclasses on various wine-producing regions and exquisite wine dinners, led by Wynn's award-winning chefs. The podcast highlights that the Chinese wine industry has gained significant recognition and the future of Chinese wines appears promising due to various marketing initiatives by Wynn and strong support from different quarters.

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The recent episode of BC Food News, hosted by Jennifer English, discussed the latest initiatives of the Breakfast Club of Canada in partnership with Dietitians of Canada for Nutrition Month. The Breakfast Club aims to raise awareness about the importance of school food programs and their positive impacts on students' eating habits. The episode also emphasized the challenges of food insecurity facing many Canadian families and the role school breakfast programs can play in mitigating this issue by providing access to nutritious food. The club’s initiative also fosters curiosity about food amongst children promoting healthy long-term eating habits. Their continued work over three decades and partnership offer balanced food and promote local community food sourcing. The podcast ended by encouraging the audience to support the cause by making donations, all of which will be doubled by the sponsor, Croesus, until March 31.

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In the latest episode of BC Food News, host Jennifer English discusses McDonald's Canada's exciting collaboration with the National Hockey League and NHLPA to launch the NHL Star Sticks Meal. The promotional meal not only includes a choice of food options including the Hockey Hero Burger, Chicken McNuggets, Big Mac, McVeggie or Spicy McVeggie, fries and a drink, but also features collectable mini hockey sticks showcasing seven prominent NHL players. Startling from March 3, this meal will be available for a limited time only in all MacDonald's outlets. The much-loved Hockey Hero Burger is making a comeback as part of this promotion. Fans can also participate in this promotion by ordering in advance via the McDonald's app or McDelivery service. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to devour your favorite meal while owning a piece of the game you love.

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