Maple syrup is often taken for granted as a sweet topping for pancakes, but its roots stretch far deeper than weekend brunch. It is one of the most enduring food traditions on this land, with a history that predates the formation of Canada by millennia.

In kitchens warmed by wood-fired stoves and cellars lined with clay, cheese has been made for millennia. Before plastic tubs, refrigeration, or global supply chains, people transformed fresh milk into something resilient, flavorful, and nourishing—cheese.

Taro, or kalo as it’s called in Hawaii, is an essential part of Polynesian Indigenous food traditions. More than just a crop, taro has been cultivated for thousands of years, supporting island communities both nutritionally and culturally.