Maria Montemayor

Maria Montemayor is a Filipina Canadian writer from Scarborough, Ontario. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in English and political science from the University of Toronto, Trinity College. She has previously worked as a graphic designer, English instructor and writing contest judge. Her writing has been published by Her City Lifestyle, the National Catholic Reporter, Nelson Education, Canadian Immigrant and other publications.

OYSTERS ARE AN APHRODISIAC. SO THERE’S THAT. HERE ARE 5 OTHER REASONS WHY THEY ARE GOOD FOR YOU

by Maria Montemayor | Aug 6, 2020

Yesterday, if you missed it, was National Oyster Day. An oyster is a delicacy that many people view as the ultimate luxury treat. They can take roughly two to three years to mature. This aphrodisiac can be served raw, steamed, fried, grilled, smoked or baked. You can...

THINKING OF GOING VEGETARIAN? HERE ARE THE PROS AND CONS OF GOING WITH A PLANT-BASED DIET

by Maria Montemayor | Jun 6, 2020

What do celebrities Drake, Kal Penn and Zac Efron have in common? They all adhere to a plant-based, vegetarian diet. Toss NFL star Tom Brady into this mix as well. Brady and his wife Gisele Bundchen promote and eat mostly vegan meals. In Brady's case, it's a diet...