Love is in the jar. Fermentation delivers the nutrients in food to the body and makes it more digestible, with an array of probiotics. It’s why this amazing live food is linked with improved digestion. Plus, IT’S DELICIOUS! (16 oz. fermented foods $6; larger size $11)
The Love Café
2380 Beacon Ave, Sidney
www.lovecafesidney.com
Berries Forever. Extend the season and keep the taste of summer on your table. Berries picked from local farmland, made into jam and creatively packaged on Meadowbrook Farm. Unique combinations like Blackberry Rhubarb or Blueberry Orange are just a few of the great locally made creations. (Wooden gift box with five jams $25)
Meadowbrook Farm
205 Meadowbrook Rd, Victoria
www.meadowbrookfarmily.com
One Good One. September is the time when it all starts again, so it’s also time for multitasking! Alexander’s Coffee Bar offers a selection of “to go bottles” – no spills guaranteed for your water, hot or cold beverage. One good bottle is all you need! With the combo of a great coffee and a fresh-baked goodie, you’re ready to go! (Blue: BPA Free Bottle $11.95; Silver: 530 ml, 12-hour cold $24.95; Pink: keeps hot for eight, keeps cold for 12 $32.95)
Alexander’s Coffee Bar
2385 Beacon Ave, Sidney
250.656.3234
Hoe he’e nalu. In the Hawaiian language, this means stand up paddle boarding. “Ho’onanea” means to pass the time in peace, ease and pleasure; to relax. Try paddle boarding alone or with a bunch of friends and experience Hawaiian spirit along the shorelines of Brentwood Bay. Get hooked. (Two hours $30)
Pacifica Paddle Sports
789 Saunders Lane, Brentwood Bay
www.pacificapaddle.com
Changing Colours. Fall is THE season to add some colour to your tree collection. Pick your favourite out of hundreds of different choices. Colours are guaranteed with maple trees and practical planting and growing advice is a given at Meadow Oak Nursery. (Crimson queen lace leaf Japanese maple tree $99)
Meadow Oak Nursery
10708 Wain Rd, North Saanich
250.655.1756
