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Food Matters – Cooking During Wartime

On Monday, Canadians will observe Remembrance Day. This is not an occasion generally associated with food, as so many of our other holidays are. But if we go back to the Second World War, food was definitely a daily concern. … Continue reading

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Food Matters – Victoria Public Market Finallys Opens!

It’s the moment many lovers of local food have been waiting for. On Saturday, September 14th, the Victoria Public Market officially opens for business in the historic Hudson Building. The backers and vendors of the project hope that it creates … Continue reading

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Food Matters – A Very ‘Local’ School Lunch Program

Getting Ready for Lunch Breakfast and lunch programs in our schools have become a necessity to help feed students who might otherwise have to go hungry. Most of them rely on grants and donations of some sort, as in the … Continue reading

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Food Matters – Dine Around Preview

Locals Spinach Salad Last Saturday I had the great opportunity courtesy of Discover Comox Valley to check out four different restaurants taking part in Dine Around the Comox Valley. To learn more about which restaurants are offering special menus and which … Continue reading

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Food Matters – Gluten-Free Blend

Gluten Free Blend People suffering from gluten intolerance or celiac disease are often forced to miss out on some of their favourite foods once they are diagnosed. Say goodbye to many types of bread and baked goods, not to mention … Continue reading

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Food Matters – Family Day and Chinese New Year

Wonton Noodle Soup Two holidays are on the horizon this weekend. Monday, February 11th, 2013 becomes a holiday with BC’s first Family Day statutory holiday, and on Sunday the 10th, Chinese Canadians will welcome the Year of the Snake. Both … Continue reading

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