I have been lucky to experience 65 Christmases in two very different continents, and although my eight steps may not necessarily lead to Christmas sanity, they might leave a few memories that could last longer than the wrapping paper round the presents. by Chris Cowland – A couple of years ago the famous English chef […]
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“In the event that you’re short on inspiration for Christmas gift-giving this year, I’ve put together some ideas made up of favourites from our home. Some are big, some are small; some are practical and some are thoughtful. All are from local stores and the kind staff at each one are there to serve you
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by Janice Henshaw – What makes our living rooms special? Warm, inviting, and welcoming? Yes, yes, of course, it’s your charming and winsome personality! But is there anything better after the chilly blast of a winter walk by the sea than cuddling up on the couch in front of a blazing fire with your family,
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by Jesse Holth – Emergency preparedness is something you probably don’t spend much time thinking about. But it can make a huge difference – well-prepared individuals and communities are more resilient when it comes to disasters. So how do you prepare for the unexpected? Start by following these simple steps to get your household emergency-ready.
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Seaside’s Trendspotter Cassidy Nunn has found everything you need to make it, create it, fix it or improve it! Trojan Horse Model $24.99. Buddies Toys 250.655.7171 Cottage Paint ($18 each) and Paintbrush ($15). The Old Attic 778.426.1660 Crayola Color-In Socks $13.99. Greenhawk Equestrian Sport 250.652.1002 Bottle Lights $20. Dig This Sidney 778.426.1998 Gourmet Village Salad
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by Jesse Holth – With a continued focus on local business and a bright new design, the Victoria International Airport has just completed Phase 1 of a $19.4 million project to expand and renovate the Departures area. Operational as of September 19, the Lower Passenger Departure Lounge took about 18 months to build: construction began
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by Lara Gladych – Seaside Magazine wants to live up to our slogan of being “the voice of the Saanich Peninsula,” so in every issue we’ll be asking people to answer one simple question. We’re looking for responses from all ages and across the diverse neighbourhoods that form our community. At the time of my
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story by janice henshaw, photos by Nunn Other Photography – After living in 14 homes since they were married, Ian, a retired air force helicopter pilot, and his wife Linda, who works in Sidney, know what they like in a home. When they first decided to move to Sidney, they looked for a home that
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photo by Nunn Other Photography – Who better to give advice to local businesspeople than other local business people? Here, Seaside Magazine asks last year’s Professionals winners to share some thoughts on the importance of their award category to their business. Winner: Customer Service. Courtney Thomas, Quince Café & Ice Cream. Thank you to the
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by Doreen Marion Gee – How does he do it? is always my first thought whenever I gaze at a Robert Bateman painting. The raw power of a bald eagle in flight or the cool aplomb of regal swans are so impeccably portrayed, the creatures seem brushed by a heavenly hand. The results are elegant
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