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It’s that time of year where we are getting bit by the travel bug! Travel expert, Jennifer Weatherhead Harrington brings her tips to CTV Ottawa Morning Live with ideas on how to bring our travels a little closer to home. She mentions how Chefs Plate is taking Canadians all around the world with their internationally-inspired recipes like their Indian Spiced Chickpea and Sweet Potato Stew or next week’s trip to Greece with one of our fave recipes, the Loaded Greek Burger! What’s your favourite internationally-inspired dish? https://ottawa.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=2046574

Did you know: 52% of Canadians are confused about which types of masks and face coverings are safe? Our friends at MedyKits just shared a survey that unmasks some surprising facts about PPE. It is important we educate ourselves and loved ones on which masks are SAFE! Consider MedyKits for affordable and Health Canada approved PPE. https://www.inhalton.com/many-canadians-confused-about-how-

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Tomorrow is the last day to order Chefs Plate's Thanksgiving meal kit that blends traditional ingredients with new and exciting flavours like maple-bacon Brussels sprouts and truffle sea salt. Plus, you can order a meal kit for up to 8 people with their new add-on feature!

Global News Calgary chats with wellness expert, Mia Campbell (of The Wellth) about the new food trend, 'ingredient prep' and the convenience of meal kits like Chefs Plate while we adjust to our new norm, and are looking for some inspiration and variety from our every day meals!

At V&CO we love hosting Media Preview Events for our clients- it gives media and influencers a chance to try out our clients’ products, meet the team behind the brand, and so much more. We can’t wait to start this service up again once it is safe to do so! - So instead, we will just have to reminisce and #TBT to this interactive Lee Valley Tools media event where influencers and media previewed some of the top products from the new spring catalogue. It was a big hit and we secured a ton of local and national media coverage!

Vinyl sales are making a resurgence and have officially surpassed CD sales for the first time since the 80s! There is a special feeling we get from vinyl records that we can't get from a CD. What was your first vinyl? Our President, Victoria's first vinyl was hip hop group, Jungle Brothers. #MusicMonday

Now that fall is here, we are looking for ways to keep things simple and easy in the kitchen. Certified holistic nutritionist, Mia Campbell of The Wellth, shares her solutions with CTV Morning Live Edmonton including Chefs Plate, for those times you just don't feel like meal prepping and want to spice up your usual routine! Have you tried a meal kit yet?

Today is #InternationalLiteracyDay Approximately 775 million adults across the world don’t have minimum literacy skills, reminding us what a gift it is to know how to read. - - -... #literacyday #literacy #fortunate #backtoschool2020 #backtoschool #bts See more

The last long weekend of summer is here and whether you are going camping or to a cottage, this ultimate 'Road Trip Essentials' list has thought of everything! https://maketimetoseetheworld.com/road-trip-packing-list/

September 2 marks World Coconut Day, a holiday dedicated to the tropical fruit. Celebrate with a piña colada (summer's not over yet!) or these perfect no-bake coconut cookies! https://minimalistbaker.com/coconut-no-bake-cookies/

Congratulations to Canada's The Weeknd for winning the top award (video of the year) at MTV's Video Music Awards last night! We are proud that this globally adored Canadian is using his platform for social justice and much needed change. https://www.cbc.ca//en/mtv-vmas-weeknd-lady-gaga-1.5705963

Influential tastemakers, The Style Guys: Jason & Aly share their expert tips and tricks on how to transition to a "new normal" with super easy and fresh pre-portioned ingredients from meal kit company, Chefs Plate. Check out this video to see what Chefs Plate meal they decided to cook up this week!

It’s our 1st GIVEAWAY! As Labour Day is quickly approaching, we want to offer our fabulous followers a chance to win one of FOUR $25 gift cards to our favourite mexican franchise, Quesada Burritos & Tacos! Quesada is the perfect choice for a healthy pit stop on your next road trip, with over 50 locations across Ontario! FOUR lucky winners will be announced on Monday, August 31! To Enter: - Follow our page & Quesada Burritos & Tacos... For bonus entries: - Write in the comments what you are doing for the long weekend. - Tag up to 3 friends OR share this post! GOOD LUCK!

Several Canadian musicians landed spots among powerhouse acts on Obama's 2020 Summer Playlist! Andy Shauf's Neon Skyline is a particularly Canadian choice because its storyline unravels inside the Skyline Restaurant, a real-life diner in Toronto's Parkdale neighbourhood. https://www.cbc.ca//entertainme/andy-shauf-obama-1.5690839

It's basically Friday and we are SO ready for the weekend! Which patio is next on your list? St. Louis Bar & Grill is the perfect choice because they have something for everyone! Cocktails, mocktails, wings, salads, and more. YUM! c/o MeetAndEats