trendspotting by Susi McMillan
photography by www.nuttycake.com
You On Canvas
Follow the latest interior trend and create your own canvas. An effective way to have your loved ones not only in your heart but also in your view. Bowlin Photo is a specialist in digital prints, slide and photo scanning, complete photo restoration and passport photos. (Canvas prints: 8″ x 8″ $25 up to 44″ x 60″ $ 399.)
Bowlin Photo
2439 Beacon Ave, Sidney
www.bowlinphoto.com
Good For You
Green Tea is a key biochemical and biological driver for many health benefits that can reduce cancers and tumors, lower cholesterol, help digest excess fat and protect against the common cold virus. T2GO has unique nitrogen-infused pods to prevent oxidation and degradation of the tea. ($18/box/24 pods.)
t2gonorthamerica.com
I Am Your Valentine
The star is YOU. Working with Professional Photographer Jo Ann Way makes it fun and easy to make this a one-of-a-kind gift. (Boudoir photos for Valentine’s day on location regular $350; Mention Seaside, Special Pricing $250.)
Nuttycake Photography
www.nuttycake.com
Meaningful Collectibles For Your Sweetheart
Interactive and timeless, Canadian-made Sid Dickens Memory Blocks are the newest collectible trend. Unique and charming … or if you prefer a wearable collectible, Pandora charms, Pyrrha pendants and Brighton talismans are always a great choice. New store Provenance: the place to find the perfect collectible gift for your sweetheart – now and for the next occasion. (Memory blocks $92.)
Provenance Fine Things
#101 – 2536 Beacon Ave, Sidney
250.656.6576
Sweet Desserts To Stay or To Go
Stay for a romantic dinner and enjoy superb continental cuisine with an Italian flair. Melt away tasting the desserts at this “hidden gem” setting, or take your dessert to go. (Desserts $7 to $15.)
The Latch Inn & Restaurant
2328 Harbour Rd, Sidney
www.latchinn.ca