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A young Italian winemaker finds her place in the Comox Valley

A young Italian winemaker finds her place in the Comox Valley

Pinot and possibilities

Words by

Hannah Slomp

Photos by

Meredith Rose

The Strathcona Food Map

The Strathcona Food Map

A new way for the culinary curious to explore that also increases food security

Words by Elise Boulanger &

Madison Stewart

Illustration by

Lindsay Ness

The Campbell River Craft Crawl

The Campbell River Craft Crawl

A creative hobby blooms into a holiday event

Words and Photos by

Lori & Paul Elphick

Hollyhock — A Cortes Island oasis

Hollyhock — A Cortes Island oasis

Just across the water, magic awaits

Sponsored by

Hollyhock

Photos courtesy of

Hollyhock

It’s not true BBQ until you add low heat, live fire, and flavourful smoke

It’s not true BBQ until you add low heat, live fire, and flavourful smoke

The art of Smoke

Words by

Mike Berard

Photos by

Mathew Wanbon

At the Royston Roasting Co. it’s a new era and a family affair

At the Royston Roasting Co. it’s a new era and a family affair

Boldly Brewing

Sponsored by

Sure Copy

Words by

Carsyn Hartling

SEASONAL GOODS: FALL

SEASONAL GOODS: FALL

CRAFTING A ONE-NIGHT DINING EXPERIENCE

CRAFTING A ONE-NIGHT DINING EXPERIENCE

The pressures—and pleasures

Words by

Photos by

Nick Hutton-Jay

CAMPBELL RIVER FOOD BANK’S DREAM FOR THE FUTURE

CAMPBELL RIVER FOOD BANK’S DREAM FOR THE FUTURE

Planting the seeds of food security

Photos by

Shelby Reid

HA̱’ME’ RESTAURANT REOPENS AT KWA’LILAS HOTEL

HA̱’ME’ RESTAURANT REOPENS AT KWA’LILAS HOTEL

Food security and a celebration of culture

Words by

Camilla Sampson

Photos courtesy of

Ha̱'me'

OLD HOUSE ON THE RIVER

OLD HOUSE ON THE RIVER

The Kirk family home that houses Locals Restaurant is part of Courtenay’s history—and future.

Words by

Allie Jenkinson

Photos by

Jenn Dykstra

ANY WAY YOU SLICE IT

ANY WAY YOU SLICE IT

There’s not much you have to do to a summer cucumber to render it delicious.

Words by

James McKerricher

Photo courtesy of

Shamrock Farm

STOCKING THE WORLD

STOCKING THE WORLD

Got an appetite for DIY global cuisine? Find international ingredients right here at home.

Words by

Nicole Bergot

Photos by

Jenn Dykstra

CHEERS TO THE LAZO BARREL COLLECTIVE

CHEERS TO THE LAZO BARREL COLLECTIVE

Three self-proclaimed beer geeks are crafting unique, tasty brews.

Words & Photos by

Sara Kempner

THE RISE OF MODERN GLEANING

THE RISE OF MODERN GLEANING

This ancient practice may be getting a rebrand, but it’s still about using our food resources wisely.

Words by

James McKerricher

Photos by

Meredith Rose

THE POWER OF GROWING THINGS

THE POWER OF GROWING THINGS

Ode to a Comox yarden (yes, that’s yard + garden).

Words by

Tyler Johns

Photos by

Meredith Rose

RETHINKING ONIGIRI

RETHINKING ONIGIRI

A Hornby Island entrepreneur takes a beloved Japanese seafood snack to the next level.

Words by

Britt Hanson

Photo by

Jenn Dykstra

BREWMOX VALLEY 2.0

BREWMOX VALLEY 2.0

Not even a pandemic has stopped our growing love for local craft beer.

Words by

Max Oudendag

Photos by

Sara Kempner

THE EVOLUTION OF BANNOCK

THE EVOLUTION OF BANNOCK

This delicious, iconic food is both a staple of life and a symbol of Indigenous persistence.

Words by

Lyndsey Bell

Photos by

Jennifer Brazil

Aromatic, Craveable, and Savoury

Aromatic, Craveable, and Savoury

Fermentation Adds Value to Our Community.

Words & Photos by

Brandon Pirie

PEDDLERS OF DELICIOUSNESS

PEDDLERS OF DELICIOUSNESS

Local food trucks do more than serve quick and tasty food. They help connect the community.

Words by

James McKerricher

Photos by

Sara Kempner

DEMYSTIFYING MUSHROOMS

DEMYSTIFYING MUSHROOMS

Move over, sourdough. The newest homesteading trend is mushrooms, and they’re popping up all over the place.

Words & Photo by

Darren Howlett

CALLED TO THE BAR

CALLED TO THE BAR

Hornby Organic is building an energy-bar empire based on a family recipe.

Words by

Jen Groundwater

Photo by

Josh Dooley

Finding Connection, Nourishing Community

Finding Connection, Nourishing Community

One family's renewed commitment to celebrating food, family, and friends.

Words By

Carmen Amberson

Photos By

Erin Wallis

From Tater Tots to Full-Fledged Foodie

From Tater Tots to Full-Fledged Foodie

How an inedible childhood cultivated a Campbell River chef.

Words By

Amber Assu

Photos By

Sierra Assu

THE EGG EQUATION

THE EGG EQUATION

Not all eggs are created equal—here’s some straight-up clucking about which ones are best.

Words by

Bevin Clempson

Photo by

Jennifer Brazil

Transforming Campus and Community

Transforming Campus and Community

How North Island College's new bistro space has gone from vision to reality.

Words By

Elizabeth Young

Photos by

Lee Simmons

THE SONSHINE LUNCH CLUB: A LOCAL LIFELINE

THE SONSHINE LUNCH CLUB: A LOCAL LIFELINE

Turns out there is such a thing as a free lunch. Five days a week, the Sonshine Lunch Club in Courtenay provides a nutritious meal and a gathering place for people who need a little help.

Words by

Mac Newton

Photo by

Sara Kempner

COOL AND COLLECTED

COOL AND COLLECTED

The upcoming Farmers’ Market differs from the summer season, but provides an equally valuable way to fill your fridge and pantry.

Words by

Meagan Roberge

Photo by

Bill Jorgensen

FORTUNE FLAVOURS THE BOLD 

FORTUNE FLAVOURS THE BOLD 

Add depth and novelty to the summer season by branching out from your standard wine selection.

Words by

Ashley Shelest

Photos by

Yolanda Holderness

GROWING CONSCIOUSNESS

GROWING CONSCIOUSNESS

Whether for our health, our planet, or the simple joy of food, the benefits of plant-based eating have become impossible to ignore.

Words by

Sally Podmore

Photos by

Joanne McElroy

CURRENT DEMAND

CURRENT DEMAND

The nutrient-rich waters of Baynes Sound provide the ideal conditions for oyster harvesting, drawing workers to the Valley’s steady industry.

Words by

Dave Flawse

Photo by

Mike LeBlanc

ON THE RISE

ON THE RISE

The techniques and ingredients used in old-world bread baking are better for you, from starter to finish.

Words by

Bevin Clempson

Photo by

Danika Mcdowell

BAR CART BOUNTY

BAR CART BOUNTY

From humble Roman origins, the refreshing shrub is making a comeback in the craft cocktail scene.

Words by

Elisabeth Lee

EVERYDAY INDULGENCES

EVERYDAY INDULGENCES

Favourites during the season of coziness and comfort food, certain chocolate and cheese varieties offer positive (and surprising) neurological effects.

Words by

Elisabeth Lee

Photo by

Meredith Rose

FOOD AT THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY

FOOD AT THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY

LUSH Valley Food Action Society.

Words by

RJ Herron

Photos by

Amy Shaw

25 YEARS OF FRESHNESS AND CARE

25 YEARS OF FRESHNESS AND CARE

Confessions of a Comox Valley Farmers’ Market Junkie.

Words by

Traci Skuce

Photo by

Bill Jorgensen

FIELD NOTES

FIELD NOTES

Homesteading in the Comox Valley.

Words & photos

Sarah Kehler

FAST FOOD ISN’T ALWAYS BAD FOOD

FAST FOOD ISN’T ALWAYS BAD FOOD

Our local food movement provides convenient, delicious, and healthy meal options.

Words by

Hans Peter Meyer

Photos by

Ron Pogue

CANNING 101

CANNING 101

Learn safe food preservation methods and essential techniques from four decades of family canning experience

Words by

Shelley Crysler

Photo by

Adam Crysler

PASSIONATE BREWING

PASSIONATE BREWING

The story of cancer, community and a hospital mini fridge.

Words by

Kerry Hale

Photos by

Karley Bracey

HENS 101

HENS 101

A beginner’s guide to keeping chickens.

Words & Photos by

Rebekah Kenway

ABUELO’S CORN TORTILLAS

ABUELO’S CORN TORTILLAS

A local business grows by staying true to their origins.

Words & Photos by

Ross Bodenmann

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