Boy pushing volunteer
“All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men (and women) to do nothing.” Continue reading “GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY”
GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
CHILE’S EL NORTE CHICO A MAGICAL PLACE
Chile’s second-oldest city, La Serena, is an interesting collection of colonial architecture, busy markets and sandy beaches that serve as a gateway to the sprawling vineyards, orchards and Picso distilleries of the magical Elqui Valley. Continue reading “CHILE’S EL NORTE CHICO A MAGICAL PLACE”
GREED NEVER SLEEPS
A blimp takes off to photograph the view from the 10th floor – twice as high as the neighbouring buildings
Developers have arrived in our sleepy low-rise neighbourhood and it will never be the same again. Continue reading “GREED NEVER SLEEPS”
MORE BUBBLY IS ON THE WAY
Jim Walker
At the beginning of February our new wine contributor makes his debut. Continue reading “MORE BUBBLY IS ON THE WAY”
MASHED
Donald Webb excels at root veggies and fresh herbs
We’re at farmers’ markets checking out folks who might like to appear on my new television series “Market to Table.” Continue reading “MASHED”
GATEWAY TO THE JUNGLES OF ECUADOR
The Rio Guayas
As ships sail inland from the Pacific Ocean on their way to Guayaquil, they sail past a tropical background of green jungles, mangrove swamps and lush plantations that belie the region’s once proud history as one of the grandest seaports in all of South America.
FEEDING THE FAMILY
Freshly baked lasagne
Lasagne is ideal for feeling the family en masse, because you can make enough for eight as easily as you can make a dish for four. Continue reading “FEEDING THE FAMILY”
THE UPS AND DOWNS OF VALPARAISO
Clapboard houses
Valparaiso is a collection of colourful clapboard houses, weathered Victorian mansions and cobble-stoned esplanades that cling to the sides of cliffs Continue reading “THE UPS AND DOWNS OF VALPARAISO”
Gentlemans Portion 