On a recent visit to BC's Similkameen Valley , “Canada’s Organic Capital", I visited farms, wineries, restaurants and a new lakeside resort, all over the course of a few gorgeous sunny days. Couldn't wait to share with you, here goes... Right now and throughout the summer is an ideal time...
A while back, some friends of mine suggested that we go on a pie run. It was going to be an adventure...with pie (which is always the best kind of fun). We made the trek out to West Vancouver and over to the much ballyhooed pie joint, Savary Island Pie Company. It seemed prudent to line my belly with...
(Fried potato on a stick (!) and peppercorn bread) Like the Prodigal son, I’ve returned to Salt Spring Island to take respite from the busy life I've created in the city. I don’t bother with any “hellos” or “welcome home” and head straight to the famous Saturday market...
How fair is a garden amid the trials and passions of existence. ~Benjamin Disraeli As the chilly, short days of winter come to an end the signs of spring and warmer, longer days sprout up all over Vancouver . My morning walk to my favourite coffee shop is evidence of this. Rows of spring peas, swiss...
(Close-up of 7th Heaven’ by Meaghan McSween: Millefeuille with chocolate mousse and cherry crème brulée with dark chocolate sphere) Last weekend, pastry chefs from restaurants, hotels and culinary schools across British Columbia took part in the 22nd annual Quady Winery Dessert Competition...
