– by Lara Gladych – This is the third in a six-part series of profiles on some of the Saanich Peninsula’s wonderful restaurants and pubs. There’s already a rumbling of customers throughout the Prairie Inn, just minutes after opening late-morning on a brisk and sunny Saturday. Manager Jamie Day seats me at a cozy table opposite […]
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– 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.
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– 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
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– 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
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– 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
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