– by Valerie Green – Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sit down and talk to some interesting characters from Greater Victoria’s past? If so, wonder no more. Although these conversations are merely creative figments of my imagination, they are all based on fact. Herbert Henry Hall was a legend in his […]
Conversations form the Past: Herbert Henry Hall
– by Julian Sale – People often wonder what happens to the value in luxury vehicles. It’s a great question. Most people know that Hondas and Toyotas last nearly forever, and hold their value better than others – it’s not a secret. But the fine, fast, and fun European cars we see on the roads
Ignition: Where Does the Value Go?
– by Doreen Marion Gee – This is part of a rotating series of articles on members of Sidney Meet Up Women’s Networking Group, featuring women in business on the Saanich Peninsula. The right words on paper carry extraordinary power. The ability to write is a precious skill that gives people a voice and empowers them
The Mighty Pen: Donna Randall & Dfrent
– by Barry Mathias – This is the second in a four-part series on some of the unique and local shops the Saanich Peninsula has to offer. The word charcuterie refers to the art of preparing various meats, especially pork, in order to present them in attractive ways; the French word for a person who prepares
Four Quarters Meats: Establishing a Reputation in Charcuterie
– by Barry Mathias – Those who live full-time on an island will know you can never be bored. Apart from the fact that there are enough meetings to satisfy your most voracious need for information, there are also unlimited numbers of ‘get-out-there-and do-it’ groups that pander to your most secret desires. So, with a
Island Life: The Joys and Perils of Island Organizations
