Tag Archives: sustainable eating

This Just In…All The Pacific Palate media!

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Don Genova

So, it has been a few months now since my book, Pacific Palate, Food Artisans of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands has been published. And there’s good news, bad news. Bad News: The first print run was so successful … Continue reading →

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Food Artisans – Dakini Tidal Wilds

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Don Genova

The blog is back! As I prepare the second edition of my book, Food Artisans of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, I’m going to post about some of the new artisans who will be added. First up is Dakini … Continue reading →

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Food Matters – Obesity, Poverty, Waste

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Don Genova

News reports of late have warned us to expect the cost of our fresh produce to rise because of drought conditions in California. Welfare advocates warn that benefits recipients simply don’t have enough money to buy healthy food. And at … Continue reading →

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Savour Cowichan, Weekend One

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Don Genova

This past weekend marked the kickoff for Savour Cowichan, a rebranding of the 15-year old Cowichan Wine and Culinary Festival.  I came on board in a big way this year, agreeing to have my mug plastered on the cover of … Continue reading →

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Food Matters – Stowel Lake Farm

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Don Genova

The idea of eating more locally-produced ingredients is slowly getting into our food culture but we are a long way from growing our raising most of our food in this region. But I take great delight in discovering farms that are … Continue reading →

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Food Matters – Salmon

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Don Genova

It’s been a good news and bad news scenario for BC salmon this summer. Sockeye returns to our rivers may be the highest in years, but certain runs may be threatened by the Polley Lake mine tailings spill and dangerously … Continue reading →

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