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Beets Three Ways

February 27, 2025

Words Samantha Evans, Marketing Manager, Atelier (introduction) and Matt Jackson, Owner & Chef, Atelier (recipes) Photo Janis Jean Beets from the Saanich Peninsula shine in these three elevated dishes, each showcasing the depth and versatility of this vibrant root vegetable. With a focus on hyper-local ingredients, these recipes highlight the farm-to-table experience in the most [...]

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Off the Vine – Two Beautiful Words: Tariffs & Wine

February 27, 2025

Words Richard Hope Early February brought intense uncertainty to the Pacific Northwest as President Trump announced a 25% tariff on all Canadian products exported to the United States. Having ridden a wave of grievances and discontent to the White House, Trump famously declared: “Tariff is the most beautiful word in the dictionary.” While many have

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From the Kitchen – Show a Little Heart

January 30, 2025

Words Joan Saunders Photos Kathryn Alvarez Photography Purists may insist that Linzer cookies are traditionally made for the Christmas season, but they can most definitely be enjoyed year round. Originally from Austria, these buttery and soft sandwich cookies have been popular for centuries for their lovely texture and mixture of subtle flavours. I think they’re

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Off the Vine – Bubbles Without Breaking the Bank: A Guide to Champagne & Crémant

January 30, 2025

Words Richard Hope With Valentine's Day approaching, you may be thinking about celebrating with a sparkle. While Champagne might be the first choice, exceptional alternatives offer both quality and value. The story of Champagne begins in northeastern France, a region the Romans named after the rolling hills of southern Italy's Campania region. Although the Champagne

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Off the Vine – The Age of Abstinence

January 2, 2025

Words Richard Hope Young people aren’t drinking anymore. The numbers tell a striking story. Today’s teenagers drink 20% less than millennials and 47% of Gen Z (people born between 1997 and 2012) report no plans to start. By the time you are reading this, I will be one week into attempting not to drink for

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From the Kitchen – Easily Adaptable

January 2, 2025

Words Joan Saunders Photos Kathryn Alvarez Photography This recipe, which creates one of the most versatile soups you can make, is perfect for a winter meal. It’s healthy, it’s hearty and the recipe produces enough for a few days for both you and also for those guests that may still be mooching about in January.

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One Food, Three Ways – Halibut Three Ways

January 2, 2025

Words Brent Whitaker, West Pacific Seafoods Photo Janis Jean Halibut is always a good choice. This iconic local fish is incredibly versatile, whether grilled, baked, broiled or pan-seared. It's also a highly nutritious choice, packed with protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential vitamins like B12 and D, which contribute to heart health, brain function and

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From the Kitchen – Keen on Casseroles

November 28, 2024

by Joan Saunders | photos by Kathryn Alvarez Photography - The month of December can be a very busy one in so many ways. In order to enjoy the events that roll around each year, it's important to me to try to manage my time and make sure that I don't get overwhelmed and miss

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From the Kitchen – Especially Perfect

October 24, 2024

by Joan Saunders | photos by Kathryn Alvarez Photography - This is the type of dessert that is gloriously rewarding throughout the whole process, from start to finish. It's easy to make and, when it's in the oven, the scent of the baking batter will pervade your home with the most luscious of autumn aromas:

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Apples Three Ways

October 24, 2024

by Ross Bowles and Tracie Zahavich, Fox & Monocle Café | photo by Janis Jean - Apples can be simply a common everyday snack, or a popular pie filling. You can use them to add acidity to a dish, or a bit of sweetness. When using the proper type, it can add texture and substance

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