Camelina Oil and Its Unique Heat Stability
We are often questioned about the heat stability of our camelina oil. Given that it is a high polyunsaturated oil, many believe that it could not possibly retain its nutritional benefits when exposed to high temperatures of heat. We thought the same thing, until we started working with this amazing oil and testing it to see what it really can withstand. Our findings were amazing…. We began by speaking to food scientists and lab technicians about the properties of camelina oil. We all knew it was high in Omega-3, ranging from 34% to 38%, but we were told that the...
Chef Spotlight: Mike McKeown, Prairie Harvest
Mike McKeown of Prairie Harvest Café in Saskatoon, SK At Three Farmers, we are always looking for businesses in the food industry that are doing things a little differently and that hold true to some of the same ideals that we do. Our focus on natural, sustainable and traceable is paramount in helping us to build relationships with our end customers and providing them with products that they love, enjoy and trust. Chef Mike McKeown of Prairie Harvest Café in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan is doing the same. At Prairie Harvest, customers dine on some of Saskatchewan’s best fare, from perogies, to...
Ned Bell's Chefs for Oceans Ride Across Canada
If you are a foodie, a lover of sustainable seafood, or have eaten at Yew Restaurant at The Four Seasons Vancouver, you have most likely heard of Chef Ned Bell, Head Chef of Yew and founder of Chefs for Oceans. Ned is a strong believer in fresh, local, natural and healthy ingredients which is why it is not surprising that he is heading up the Sustainable Seafood movement on the West Coast, and now this summer, across Canada. In 2011, Ned introduced the sustainable seafood concept to Yew Restaurant and quickly transitioned the menu to a 100% Ocean Wise. Fast...
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