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Words Richard Hope Picture this: It's a warm July evening on your patio on Vancouver Island. The sun casts golden light across the San Juan Islands as you pour a glass of locally-made rosé. This scene, once uncommon in B.C., has become a summer staple. What was once dismissed as “white zinfandel” or “blush” has [...]

Words Joan Saunders Photos Sarah Hartley Photography Don’t even try to think that I’m being stereotypical in making ribs for Father’s Day. I will happily devour homemade ribs on any occasion, even if no fathers are even remotely in the vicinity, as I always forget how good, and how easy to make, they really are.

Words Harninder Jacquot, Reel Meals YYJ Photo Sarah Hartley Photography I scream! You scream! We all scream for ... protein? Cottage cheese offers several health benefits, including supporting weight loss, providing essential nutrients and promoting muscle growth. It is also a good source of calcium, which is important for bone health. Whether you are a

Words Richard Hope With spring's arrival, B.C. wineries face unprecedented challenges. Two years ago, 50% of the grape harvest was lost to forest fires. In 2024, over 95% was lost due to extreme frosts. Alongside ongoing challenges with tariffs and changes to interprovincial trade, making wine in B.C. has never been more difficult. Yet, despite

Words Joan Saunders Photos Kathryn Brimacombe Photography As it’s May, we are lucky enough to be able to take advantage of a local, extremely tasty, springtime harvest: asparagus. Pick some up at a roadside stand or farmers’ market, then see what recipe strikes your fancy. You can bake asparagus, steam it, throw it into pasta