Michele Sponagle

Based near Toronto, Ontario in the small town of Paris, Michele Sponagle specializes in lifestyle subjects, especially food, travel, and health. She has written three books and contributes to many top media outlets. Her adventurous slants on food and culture have taken her to 70 countries and still counting. She has fished for king crabs in the freezing waters off the coast of Norway, and foraged for chanterelle mushrooms in the forests of Oregon. Her proudest accomplishment to date is learning to like eggs.

Here’s How to Eat Your Way Around the World in Toronto

Toronto has a long history of attracting people from all over the globe, making it the most culturally mixed city in the world. That bodes well for its ability to offer a wealth of diverse eating experiences, whether you want to indulge a craving for dim sum, Indian curries, souvlaki, Thai noodle dishes, Portuguese roast chicken, or Peruvian cocktails. Read all about it in this delicious story on Foodal.

Better with Butter: Celebrating its Comeback as a Kitchen Staple

Welcome back, butter! We missed you. Now that you’re no longer relegated to the naughty list of unhealthy foods to be avoided, we’re happy to have you back in the kitchen where you belong. Can you imagine corn on the cob or a slice of fresh bread without a sizeable smear of it? Not a chance! From its humble beginnings to new ways to use it, sautéing, baking pastries, and creating delicious sauces, we have so much buttery knowledge to share with you. Read more on Foodal.

Mexican Paletas: Your Ultimate Guide To Making, Eating & Loving These Incredible Frozen Treats

Shops specializing in ice pops known as paletas are springing up in cities both large and small. The popsicle makers take an artisanal approach, playing with inventive combinations of flavors that you can learn to make at home. Want to make your own tasty frozen creations to beat the heat? Get the recipe and tips from experts on Foodal now. Read more.