January 2012
Dinners, Dishes and Desserts Blog Original Article
I was sent samples of maple syrup from the nice people at Pure Canada Maple Syrup. I was very excited because I love pure maple syrup. The sweetness of the maple syrup works very well with the brown sugar flavored whoopie pie.
January 2012
PIcture-Perfect Meals Blog Original Article
According to the fine folks at Pure Canadian Maple Syrup, who very generously sent us superior samples to try (yum!), not only does maple syrup have greater nutritional value than sugar or honey, but its health benefits are more comprehensive than you might expect.
January 2012
That Skinny Chick Can Bake Blog Original Article
I love the mixture of sweet and salty paired with salmon…so maple syrup with a splash of soy sounded like a wonderful flavor combination. I received samples of pure maple syrup courtesy of The Federation of Quebec Pure Maple Syrup Producers.
January 2012
That Skinny Chick Can Bake Blog Original Article
I had received some wonderful samples of Pure Canadian Maple Syrup…full of antioxidants and absolutely delicious. I used the medium amber in this recipe.
January 2012
Liv Life Blog Original Article
With thanks to Pure Canadian Maple Syrup, who so kindly sent us samples of Grades A and B Pure Maple Goodness, we present to you some of our favorite Maple recipes in addition to a tasty new creation made with the samples – Maple Granola.
January 2012
Curry and Comfort Blog Original Article
I make sure I have maple syrup always stocked in our house. I was happy when the folks at Pure Canadian Maple Syrup sent me some free samples of their outstanding varieties of maple syrup. My kids wanted to eat it straight out of the bottle, but I was determined to use it in a savory dish.
January 2012
Carrots 'n' Cake Blog Original Article
I topped my pancakes with fresh blackberries and maple syrup that the Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers sent me to test out.
December 2011
McCook Daily Gazette Original Article
Whether you invite a few friends for cocktails and snacks, or you’re hosting the whole crowd for a holiday meal, add warmth and richness to special dishes with pure maple syrup from Canada.
December 2011
Women's Health Original Article
If you’re going to have sweeteners, you might as well choose ones that offer extra health perks, such as maple syrup. A group of researchers at the University of Rhode Island discovered that real maple syrup contains 54 antioxidants, 20 of which have known health benefits.
December 2011
ASP member Dr. Navindra Seeram has received considerable publicity this year on several fronts. The ASP Newsletter interviewed Dr. Seeram about his new publication in the Journal of Functional Foods entitled “Quebecol, a novel phenolic compound isolated from Canadian maple syrup.”
November 2011
For a bigger health boost, use pure maple syrup for the potatoes’ glaze: It contains antioxidants and other nutrients that have antibacterial, anti-cancer and possibly anti-diabetic properties, researchers at the University of Rhode Island found.
November 2011
Woman's World Original Article
Pure maple syrup isn’t only the perfect topping for pancakes, waffles, French toast and vanilla ice cream, a new study shows it can help keep you healthy year-round. So far, researchers have discovered it contains 54 beneficial compounds – five of wich were never before seen in nature! – that have potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties shown to fight cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease and bacterial … Read More
October 2011
Vanilla Garlic Blog Original Article
I can’t resist real maple syrup, and I chose to review this product because I truly love it. Two winners who post on the Vanilla Garlic blog will be announced Nov. 1. Prizes are sponsored by The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers.
October 2011
Liver Support Original Article
Foods that are sweet and sticky usually are not good for you – but real maple syrup has a pleasant surprise in store for anyone concerned with his or her liver’s health.
October 2011
The Sweet Beet Blog Original Article
80% of the world’s maple syrup comes from Canada and 90% of that from Quebec, so who better to be giving away maple syrup to Sweet Beet readers than The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers.
October 2011
Mother Nature Network Original Article
Researchers found a compound they named Quebecol, a compound created only when sap is boiled to make syrup. “Quebecol has a unique chemical structure or skeleton never before identified in nature,” according to Navindra Seeram of the University of Rhode Island.
September 2011
Women's Health Original Article
File this under surprising nutrition news: University of Rhode Island researchrers examined the chemical makeup of pure maple syrup and found that the sticky stuff contains 54 antioxidants.
September 2011
Get cozy with the Sidewalker from Brooklyn’s Prime Meats and their cocktail of sparkling, golden body of German wheat beer, tweaked with apple cider vinegar, maple syrup and apple brandy.
September 2011
Light or sugar-free maple syrups are usually full of sugar alcohols like Malitol, which can wreak havoc on your digestive system. Pure maple syrup contains nutrients like manganese, riboflavin (B12), and zinc, making it a pretty nutritional sugar alternative.
September 2011
Saveur Magazine Original Article
With fall fast approaching I am no longer craving the usual lineup of summer cocktails: mojitos, margaritas and slushy piña coladas. When I developed the Cherry Maple Leaf, I knew I wanted to create something with a base of brandy and maple syrup, but against all that deep flavor, there was something missing…Cherry Heering.
September 2011
What’s today’s scoop? Bon Appetit’s Blog, “The Daily Digest,” featured maple syrup with a link to the liver study!
September 2011
That’s incredible, maple syrup! Who knew that maple syrup had much benefit at all to begin with??
September 2011
When you need a sweetener, what do you turn to? Pure maple syrup tastes great, and it offers a myriad of health benefits. Here are just a few:
September 2011
Shape Magazine Original Article
The next time you whip up a batch of waffles, put away that bottle of pancake syrup and reach for the pure maple version instead.
September 2011
Environmental Nutrition Original Article
Thanks to new research, scientists have discovered that maple syrup is chock full of unique phytochemicals that may possess health benefits.
August 2011
Ocean Drive Magazine Original Article
The winning drink—a beguiling combination of grapes, tarragon and maple syrup—was concocted by the Viceroy Miami’s Julio Cabrera and dubbed the Iced Grape. Here, he explains the brilliance behind his blend.
August 2011
Creative Loafing Tampa Original Article
The Nor’easter, cooked up at Brooklyn eatery Char No. 4, also happens to use one of my favorite cocktail sweeteners — maple syrup.
August 2011
Wall Street Journal Original Article
The Bar at the Four Seasons hotel claims to have launched the now ubiquitous martini renaissance. So the folks there might have felt it’s time to head in another direction.
July 2011
Tampa Tribune Original Article
You might think there are only so many ways to make hamburgers on the grill. You would be wrong. A recipe for Maple Burgers I found adds a hearty yet sweet flavor to the typical burger recipe.
July 2011
Some foods you eat to stay alive, others you eat because not to would be a crime. Here are those foods worth traveling the world to gorge on. Maple syrup makes the list at #34!
July 2011
Omaha World-Herald Original Article
Lean grilled pork chops, like chicken breasts, have become a favorite for weeknight suppers. This recipe shows how to perk up a platter of grilled chops with tangy-sweet caramelized onions.
July 2011
Associated Press Original Article
Vodka producers these days are exploring new horizons to make unusual and artisanal vodkas. AP features a maple syrup infused cocktail, the Green Mountain.
July 2011
Real Simple’s blog, Simply Stated, uses maple syrup to carmelize favorite nutty toppings.
July 2011
Livestrong.com Original Article
Corn syrup, particularly high-fructose corn syrup, is a popular sweetener manufacturers use in a variety of foods and beverages. Several alternative sweeteners to corn syrup like maple syrup have less health risks and may provide certain health benefits.
July 2011
BakingBusiness.com Original Article
New research suggests maple syrup could help with inflammation, cancer and diabetes.
July 2011
The New York Times Original Article
The New York Times features maple syrup in this delicious and most intriguing sundae.
July 2011
Bobby Flay adds sugar and spice with maple syrup and chipotle to enlighten the Classic corn on the cob.
July 2011
Time Out New York Original Article
Time Out New York Magazine once again uses maple syrup to make these affordable drinks a splash hit.
June 2011
Competitor Magazine Original Article
Is maple syrup the hot new superfood? University of Rhode Island study unveiled 54 beneficial compounds in Canadian maple syrup and properties that could play a role in controlling insulin.
June 2011
Canadians have a lot more to be proud of than just their hockey teams. Here are four more good reasons to cheer for us Canucks.
May 2011
HealthCastle.com Original Article
Everyone seems to be on the lookout for the next big alternative sweetener. Enter maple syrup. Produced naturally with nothing added, it comes from a 100% plant source and is therefore a vegan-friendly sweetener.
May 2011
Yahoo! Lifestyle Original Article
Whether you want to lose weight or boost your health, there are many small changes you can make to your diet to achieve these results. To help cut out the bad stuff without compromising on taste, check out our top 10 healthy food swaps.
May 2011
DiabetesHealth.com Original Article
Meet the latest superfood: maple syrup. Wait a minute…maple syrup? That’s right. Researchers from the University of Rhode Island have discovered that the syrup-produced in the northeastern United States and Canada–contains numerous compounds with real health benefits.
May 2011
Deb's YumYums Original Article
This delicious recipe features Pure Canadian Maple Syrup.
May 2011
Sweat Magazine Original Article (PDF)
A great natural sweetener, there’s more good news about pure maple syrup from the University of Rhode Island (URI). Researchers there identified 54 compounds in maple syrup from Canada, double the amount previously reported.
May 2011
A University of Rhode Island study has discovered 34 new healthful compounds in pure maple syrup. Most of maple syrup’s goodness is in the form of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents, including phenols such as Quebecol, named after the Canadian city of Quebec, which is in an area of high maple syrup production.
May 2011
Parade Magazine Original Article
54: The number of antioxidant compounds recently identified in pure maple syrup.
April 2011
Seattle Post-Intelligencer Original Article
The combination of butter and maple syrup makes me swoon. How about you?
April 2011
Whole Living Magazine Original Article
While it’s true that maple syrup is delightful all on its own and paired perfectly with pancakes, it also serves as a delicious and healthy sweetener. This recipe is very easy, very decadent, and a delicious way to celebrate the end of sugaring season.
April 2011
Cleveland.com Original Article
Scientists recently discovered 54 antioxidants in maple syrup, twice the amount previously reported. For more, check out the Science Daily coverage.
April 2011
Of all the recipes in the Passover canon, one of the simplest is matzo brei. Top with powdered sugar or maple syrup if you like the sweet side of things, or salt and pepper if you have more savory hankerings.
April 2011
Time Out New York Original Article
Look alive, maple fiends: Tapping season has begun across the Northeast, and in New York, inventive chefs, bartenders and farmers are making the most of the haul. Here’s where to get your fix.
April 2011
MiamiNewTimes.com Original Article
When you ditch the fake Log Cabin stuff for the real McCoy, it will not only taste better, but be better for you.
April 2011
Maple syrup may have potential health benefits, say scientists checking out its antioxidants.
April 2011
TimeHealthland.com Original Article
54 compounds identified in maple syrup that may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties similar to those found in “superfoods” like blueberries and green tea.
April 2011
DiscoveryNews.com Original Article
Compounds in maple syrup are found to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.
April 2011
TheDaily.com Original Article (PDF)
A new maple syrup study finds that health and wellness grows in trees.
April 2011
Republican-American Original Article
Sweeteners and diabetes usually don’t mix, but maybe one day one sweet-tasting substance, maple syrup, will have an important link to fighting the disease if a Rhode Island researcher’s work continues along its promising path.
March 2011
HeraldNews.com Original Article
The sap has been flowing in maple trees all month, a natural sweetener courtesy of nature’s bounty.
March 2011
Jsonline.com Original Article
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Sweet and earthy, with a pleasing color palette that runs from pale gold to deep chestnut, maple syrup can hold up through a variety of dishes.
March 2011
There is a difference between true maple syrup and maple-flavored syrup.
March 2011
The Portland Press Herald Original Article
The sap is running, so what better time to consider maple drinks? The Portland Press Herald offers both regular and high-test to fuel your spring fever.
March 2011
Salt Lake Tribune Original Article
Sweeteners are one ingredient where moderation can make a big difference. While the massive amount of high-fructose corn syrup consumed by many people isn’t a great choice, a more moderate amount of natural sweeteners can be a wonderful complement to a healthy diet.
March 2011
WallStreetJournal.com Original Article
With a glut of nature’s most bewitching sweetener headed our way, it’s high time to break maple out of its brunch hour rut.
March 2011
WallStreetJournal.com Original Article
Despite its breakfast-y nature, this amber-colored goodness has been used to sweeten cocktails since the olden days.
March 2011
Saveur Magazine Original Article (PDF)
Features Canadian maple syrup as the world’s premier maple syrup producing country, details the different grades, includes beautiful anecdotes on the sugar shack culture, and proves that maple syrup is truly a versatile ingredient for all types of cooking.
March 2011
Saveur Magazine Original Article (PDF)
Mixologist Brad Farran notes that “maple lends flavor, richness, and nostalgia” and that “the syrup adds depth.”
January 2011
If you’re looking for a cocktail to add to your Winter repertoire, learn how to make a maple Manhattan!
January 2011
Celebrities: They bring their significant others to awkward family Thanksgiving dinners just like us! Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal sipped lattes; Kim Kardashian brought home Halle Berry’s ex; Lindsay Lohan saw an old flame. … Read More
January 2011
Despite well-timed seasonal drink promotions at nationwide coffee chains, I couldn’t help but notice that Winter beverages are looking less-than-creative this year. Now that peppermint mochas and pumpkin spice lattes are household phrases, what’s the new flavor of the month?
New couple Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal might have the answer: maple lattes. In the past … Read More
January 2011
‘Tis the season for yet another Jake Gyllenhaal and Taylor Swift sighting.
So where did the rumored couple kick off the holidays?
RELATED: Is Jake Gyllenhaal Helping Taylor Swift Get Over Her Bad Relationship Phobia?
After reportedly sipping maple syrup lattes at a Brooklyn café near sister Maggie Gyllenhaal‘s home Thanksgiving morning (How sweet!), Jake and the country … Read More
January 2011
New York Times Original Article (PDF)
3 large sweet potatoes (about 2 1/4 pounds), scrubbed
3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons lime juice
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup chopped pecans
Note: Sweet potatoes may be labeled as yams. Look for dark orange flesh.
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Oil a baking dish large enough to accommodate the sweet potatoes in a single layer. Cut the sweet … Read More
January 2011
Wall Street Journal Original Article
There is much to admire in this modestly priced, attractively produced collection of 100 recipes for “naturally sweet and savory treats.” The operative word is “naturally.” Veteran food writer Laura Martin (24 books over the past 30 years) is a talented, enthusiastic “green” cook and gardener; on the evidence of the book’s illustrations of fruits and vegetables, she is … Read More
January 2011
After complaining about muscle soreness to my yoga teacher, he suggested that I start concocting my own all-natural recovery drink. It’s a simple recipe, too: one to two tablespoons of maple syrup and water. My teacher informed me that the sweet syrup not only provides the body with a little shot of carbs, but, more importantly, it helps with muscle … Read More
December 2010
KitchenDaily.com Original Article
KitchenDaily and Gail Simmons show you how to use foods you already have in your pantry to make easy, delicious recipes.
In this episode of the Pantry Project, Gail shows viewers how maple syrup adds a new depth of flavor to recipes such as Maple Roasted Fruit Parfaits with Ricotta and Walnuts; Bacon, Chive and Cheddar Biscuits with Whipped Maple Butter; … Read More
December 2010
LiveStrong.com Original Article
Maple syrup and white sugar are both forms of sugar, but they have slightly different nutritional profiles. Maple syrup is a form of tree sap, which can be harvested from the maple tree during the cold months of the year. Northern U.S. states produce maple syrup for domestic consumption and export. White sugar is typically … Read More
December 2010
Adorably cute couple Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal both seem to have a vice — coffee.
The two have been spotted in several cafes together in Brooklyn and Nashville, and they don’t just order up any cup of joe. Their drink of choice is a maple syrup latte.
Um, that sounds delicious. I’ll have what they’re having.
Unfortunately, the pair have been enjoying this … Read More
December 2010
SlashFood.com Original Article
Gail Simmons makes us want to burst into a chorus of “O, Canada!” The Top Chef judge brings her Canadian heritage to the kitchen with a video how-to and gallery of recipes using maple syrup. Her Maple-roasted Fruit, Ricotta and Walnut Parfait is incredibly simple to make, and the syrup adds a clean sweetness to … Read More
December 2010
Our fall palate is craving toasty flavors—spicy, warming, distinctly cold weather nuances. That’s why we like this cocktail recipe using Canadian maple syrup (Canada makes the majority of the world’s maple syrup).
November 2010
TheVillageVoice.com Original Article
Welcome to The Best Thing I Ate Yesterday, where we endeavor to remember the very best thing we stuffed down our gullets over the past 24 hours. Why? Because the only thing better than enjoying a meal is wallowing in the memory of one savored in the recent past.
Today’s fond reminiscences …
Robert Sietsema: Bacon cheeseburger at Read More
November 2010
TheVillageVoice.com Original Article
While guzzling our way through a couple of egg creams last week, we found ourselves thinking of how easy it would be to make one at home, thanks to our trusty Sodastream seltzer maker. And then we thought of the jug of maple syrup sitting next to our Sodastream. We knew what we had to do.
Making … Read More
November 2010
Forget pancakes and waffles; America’s beloved breakfast sweetener has a new calling-the cocktail glass.
The robust flavor of maple syrup, which has long been a chef’s staple, is now prized by bartenders across the country. Like agave nectar or honey, it packs more depth and complexity than sugar-based simple syrup. “It is rich and nutritious,” explains Thad Vogler, co-owner of … Read More
November 2010
CharlotteParent.com Original Article
When Thanksgiving guests arrive, have a little something special for them to gnosh on. These Baby Pumpkin Cheesecakes are easy to make and a satisfying sweet bite. The pure maple syrup gives them a unique sweetness and more dimension for the tastebuds. Make them extra kid-friendly by creating pumpkin faces on the cheesecakes using melted semisweet … Read More
November 2010
WomansDay.com Original Article
Does this scenario sound familiar? You’re scanning the breakfast aisle for maple syrup and see two bottles next to each other. One, called “pancake syrup,” retails for around $3; the other, “real maple syrup,” is upward of $15. Why the big difference? Unlike pancake syrup, which is essentially sugar, water and flavoring, real maple syrup is made from the sap … Read More
October 2010
Men’s Health Original Article (PDF)
Real syrup from maple trees not only tastes better than the corn-syrup sludge of most copycat pancake syrups, but it may also be better for you.
October 2010
Bon Appetit Original Article (PDF)
Tapping into one of our favorite fall flavors with sundaes, tarts, layer cakes—and more.
October 2010
Huffingtonpost.com Original Article
Maple syrup remains, fundamentally, a wild food. The trees take some forty years to grow large enough to tap without damage, far too long to be practical as plantings in most cases.
September 2010
Maple syrup has become one of my top sugar substitutes since I made the commitment to be sugar free at the beginning of this year. I am actually sipping coffee sweetened with maple syrup as I type this! Being Canadian, you can’t get a more local source of unrefined goodness.
Pure Canadian Maple Syrup holds a special … Read More
September 2010
Maple syrup can be more than a pancake topper, with a flavor that plays nicely with savory dishes. Maple works well with pork, poultry, and salmon.
August 2010
TheBestLife.com Original Article
Hometown: The northeastern part of the United States and Canada is where you’ll find the maple trees that are responsible for making the sap that’s used to produce all the world’s maple syrup.
Birthday: I was discovered centuries ago by North American Indians, who are believed to have figured out how to collect sap.
Favorite Activities: Being used as a … Read More
August 2010
TimeoutNewYork.com Original Article
This almost virtuous cocktail, a take on the classic Bloody, blends late-season farmers’ market finds like green tomato and tomatillo with jalapeño and pickled onions to create a spicy, verdant juice. You’d swear it was a health tonic-until you taste the vodka. 10 E 60th St between Fifth and Madison Aves (646-237-8977). $14.
July 2010
Seriously… with oppressive humidity and sweltering record-breaking temperatures, who wants to eat a hot meal…much less prepare one?
Preparing a heavy hot dinner just isn’t too appealing after a long day at work or an afternoon at the pool with the kids.
Light, cool meals are refreshing during the sizzling summer months and there are an abundance of fresh fruits … Read More
July 2010
I’m not quite sure if it’s my New England upbringing, the fact that I lived in Quebec for a year and a half, or my distaste for all things artificial, but I cannot stand fake maple syrup. It’s not that I don’t like the taste. That’s okay, I suppose. But when I contemplate how nature gives us … Read More
June 2010
Redbook Magazine Original Article (PDF)
Reach for the real maple syrup. Before your next pancake breakfast, consider this: maple syrup contains more than 20 antioxidants reported to have anticancer and antidiabetic properties, says Navindra Seeram, Ph.D., an assistant professor at the University of Rhode Island’s College of Pharmacy.
June 2010
That sticky syrup you love to pour on French toast and pancakes may actually be good for you.
Good news just in time for sugaring off season. That sticky syrup you love to pour on French toast and pancakes may actually be good for you, too.
Sure, it’s full of sugar and calories. But according to a research from … Read More
June 2010
Restaurant Business Magazine (PDF)
Mixologists are experimenting with natural syrups, like maple, honey and agave, to differentiate their drinks. Maple syrup has been sugaring cocktails and other drinks here in America since Colonial times. The tree-sap syrup is a key component in a number of classic cocktails, including the bourbon-based Maple Leaf, Maple Sour and Hot Toddy, and is … Read More
May 2010
It’s a piece of cake to bake with maple syrup, honey or even fruit juice concentrate. Sweet!
May 2010
You can’t use it in everything, unless your friends absolutely love brown frosting. But when possible, you might consider real maple syrup as a sugar or corn syrup substitute. It actually loads in a lot of good stuff with the calories.
Some benefits of maple syrup were previously known, but University of Rhode Island researcher Navindra Seeram found … Read More
