Flavour

– by Lara Gladych – This is the fourth in a six-part series of profiles on some of the Saanich Peninsula’s wonderful restaurants and pubs. After wrapping up my interview with proprietors Valeria and Luigi Cisotto, I walk away from the rustic character of The Latch Inn and Restaurant, and think to myself, I so […]

– by Jennifer Bowles – Recently my husband and I were enjoying a quick bite and a glass of vino at a funky little bar in Vancouver when we both realized we were sitting next to a very well-known movie star. In an effort to share my excitement, yet still seem nonchalant, I casually pulled

– by Carolyn Herriot – Adding seasonal fruit to recipes makes a surprisingly delicious combination of flavours. The following recipes use apples and quince which are plentiful at this time of year. Parsnips and apples make a great team for your taste buds. Try this smooth and creamy soup to find this out for yourself.

– by Lara Gladych – This is the Second in a six-part series of profiles on some of the Saanich Peninsula’s wonderful restaurants and pubs. “A passionate farm experience” – there really is no better way to describe what you’ll find at The Roost Farm Bakery & Bistro. For owners Dallas and Sarah Bohl, bringing

– by Steve Sheppard – Whether you’re a believer in Santa Claus or not doesn’t matter when it comes to the spirit of Christmas, and what it means to our culture here in Canada. To me, Santa represents being kind and his powerful presence each season is a clear ‘slow-down’ reminder for all of us

– by Jennifer Bowles – Few things in life satisfy your culinary desires more soulfully than heartwarming comfort food. Mom’s mac & cheese, peanut butter and jam on warm toast, and of course the traditional grilled cheese, which in my opinion reigns supreme among the classics. Everyone has their own way of putting their stamp

– by Lara Gladych – This is the first in a six-part series of profiles on some of the Saanich Peninsula’s wonderful restaurants and pubs. During this year’s filming of the FOX series Gracepoint, Canoe Cove Joe’s was temporarily taken over by a film crew. As I approach for my visit with Joe and Cheryl Bourdeau,

– 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

– by Steve Sheppard – Now, I am a self-proclaimed coffee lover as many of you are too, and when I worked as a Barista I found it fascinating to listen to the customer’s personal story of how and why each of them loved coffee. Their reasons were broad. I’ve put together a short list