As we hunker down in self-isolation during the novel coronavirus outbreak, many Mantiobans seem to be suddenly discovering — or rediscovering — a deep-rooted interest in baking.
And that’s not hugely surprising to Winnipeg-based clinical psychologist, Dr. Jo Ann Unger. “Baking is considered a comfort food, it’s very simple and we may have some nostalgia around it and memories of our childhood times,” Unger, who is also president of the Manitoba Psychological Society, tells Global News Morning Winnipeg. “Also it’s a very nurturing act.
When we feed ourselves, when we feed each other, we’re actually providing some level of care to each other. “So we’re taking that opportunity to do it.” Baking-related search terms are up on Google, grocery
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