Monthly Archives: July 2010

Island Artisans – Venturi Schulze Balsamic Vinegar and Verjus

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Don Genova

Vancouver Island is home to a growing number of wineries and vineyards, and the winemaking industry in general on the Island has been steadily improving.  As many new players enter the market, one of the pioneering winemaking families in the … Continue reading →

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Island Artisans – Vancouver Island Salt Company

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Don Genova

This may sound hard to believe, but I got very excited by watching water boil the other day.  I had heard of previous schemes to make sea salt here on Vancouver Island, but this is the first one I know … Continue reading →

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How To Spend A Great Canada Day, or, Ten Things To Have In Your Life Every Day

Posted on July 1, 2010 by Don Genova

It's July 1st, Canada Day, Ramona and I are back home in Cobble Hill, the fire is crackling…yes, that's right, we lit the woodstove tonight because it is so damn chilly and damp on the BC West Coast.  The last … Continue reading →

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