seaside

Your West Coast Culture. A magazine about the people and places that make the Saanich Peninsula the little piece of paradise we call home.

Last Word

I have now been Editor-in-Chief of Seaside Magazine since 2008 (minus a maternity leave). Sixteen years! It has gone by in the blink of an eye, and I can hardly believe how far the magazine has come since I moved from Vancouver to the Island to take the job – with Tim Flater at the

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First Word

Photo Janis Jean As the publisher of Seaside, I’ve had the privilege of sharing countless stories of love, resilience and renewal over the years. In this issue, I approached the idea of renewing vows to my team; our new writer June Murray Dagnall nailed it and I’m so very thankful to Lindsay and Janis for

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Well Read – A Novel Way to Travel

Words Jackie Laplante While all the world is moony over Saint Valentine, this month’s book selection touches on that other February pastime: winter getaways. Guidebooks provide the first point of reference for trips – where to eat, where to stay, what to see – but, for me, the real knowledge of a new country comes

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New & Noteworthy – News, Changes, Updates, Launches

Words Natalie Bobrowich Have something for New & Noteworthy? Email seasidemagazinenews @gmail.com. End of an Era: Beloved Peninsula Eateries Close Their Doors The Saanich Peninsula recently bid farewell to three beloved eateries, marking the end of an era and reflecting the challenges facing local restaurants. Café Zanzibar in Brentwood Bay, a community favourite since 2009,

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Renewed Vows, Renewed Love: Celebrating Your Everlasting Commitment

Words June Murray Dagnall Renewing wedding vows is growing in popularity, especially as couples commemorate important anniversaries and milestones in their marriages. It is a powerful reminder of the love, growth and shared experiences that define your unique relationship. The tradition is nothing new, and dates to ancient Rome where couples would publicly honour the

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