Author Archives: Don Genova

Food Matters – Tastebud Guides – Victoria

E-books are here to stay, there’s no doubt about that. And whether you Kindle, Kobo, iPad it or even read them on your phone, the selection of reading material is growing. Today on Food Matters, I introduced some reading material … Continue reading

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Food Matters – Tasting Tofino

Serving SeaCider The great thing about competitions between chefs as well as demonstrations by chefs is that ideas spread and trickle down to even us humble home chefs. That was just one of the lessons I learned Tofino last weekend … Continue reading

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Joy of Feeding

  If there is one thing I don’t like about leaving British Columbia in the summer time (or even in Juneuary) it is missing some great food events, like this weekend’s Island Chefs Food Fest in Victoria or the Joy … Continue reading

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Food Matters – Salt Spring Tours Goes Locavore!

The salt air of the Salish Sea always gives me a healthy appetite. This week on Food Matters I shared a voyage of culinary discovery, all from the deck of a Salt Spring Island-based cruiser. Food somehow tastes better in … Continue reading

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Food Matters – Island Chefs Food Fest – You Can Win Tickets Here!

Chef Bill Jones With the growing emphasis being placed on where our food comes from, and how it is produced, restaurant chefs are also getting more involved in their own supply line. How chefs are helping farmers, and how you … Continue reading

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Food Matters – Babe’s Honey Returns!

It was a household name for honey on Vancouver Island for more than 60 years. Babe’s Honey was known for being a high-quality local product as well as its bright fluorescent orange labels. The company went into receivership, though, and … Continue reading

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