How to Eat Healthy When Dining Out
If you’ve made a resolution to eat healthier this year, you can still go out with friends! You may have more control over the nutritional value and calories in a homecooked meal but can still eat healthy when dining out. The following tips will help you make smarter decisions. Don’t Skip Meals On a diet,…
What Is the DASH Diet?
Every year, the US News & World Report ranks diets for the upcoming year. In 2020, the Mediterranean diet took the top spot for the third consecutive year, tied with the DASH diet. The DASH – Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension – diet is designed to prevent high blood pressure. What else should you know…
7 Tips to Eat Less Sugar
The New Year is upon us, which means millions of Americans are making resolutions. The most common goals are to exercise more, lose weight and be healthier. While there are many diets and workout programs to try, one thing we often overlook is sugar consumption. Could added sugars be counteracting your healthy habits? Learn how…
What’s the Impossible™ Burger?
At Colony Diner, we proudly offer vegan and gluten-free options! Our recently expanded vegan menu now features plant-based versions of classic diner favorites, including the patty melt, macaroni and cheese, pancakes and burgers. As the plant-based burger has grown in popularity this year, we’ve added this choice to our vegan selections! What exactly is the…
Thanksgiving Feast at Colony Diner
November is one of our favorite months of the year! The leaves are falling, temperatures chilling and it’s a time to be thankful for all the blessings of our lives. We’re so thankful for our diners and want to express our gratitude with a full Thanksgiving meal at the restaurant! On Thursday, November 28th, we…
5 Non-Traditional Thanksgiving Sides
Thanksgiving is the biggest food holiday of the year – and one of our favorites! Many people will agree Thanksgiving dinner is all about the sides. Stuffing, mashed potatoes and green bean casserole are just a few of the staples you’ll find on Turkey Day tables across the country. You likely have a tradition of…
How to Make Your Favorite Comfort Foods Vegan
When fall arrives, it’s time for homestyle dinners that warm you from the inside, out! Many favorite “comfort foods” served this time of year have two commonalities: Meat and cheese. Whether you’re a practicing vegan or trying to cut back on meat, you don’t have to eliminate casseroles from your diet to enjoy an indulgent…
7 Fun & Healthy Halloween Recipes
Halloween is a beloved holiday for people of all ages, but especially among children. Picking out the perfect costume, hanging decorations and making jack-o-lanterns all lead up to the one thing kids look most forward to: Trick-or-treating. After Halloween night, there will be plenty of candy in the house for months. If you’re looking to…
Facts About Food Waste in the US
Did you know nearly 40 percent of food in our country will never be consumed? Food waste affects every stage of the supply chain, from the farms, distributors and grocery stores to our very own homes. It’s often an innocent mistake to forget about food in the refrigerator or pantry, yet 42 million Americans are…
Best Breakfast Foods to Energize Your Day
What you choose to eat for breakfast determines whether or not it’s your most important meal of the day. While a donut with icing and sprinkles may satisfy your sweet tooth, it will likely result in a sugar crash and hunger cravings soon after. For a full stomach, energized body and mind, try these delicious…