Organic heritage carrots on display at the farmers’ market
Buying carrots at a farmers’ market on the weekend takes me deep into a political issue that highlights the conflict between local food producers – who we might call ‘real farmers’ – and re-sellers – who buy most or much of their produce at a food terminal. With vested interests behind the re-sellers, it’s hard to believe it’s a fair fight. Continue reading “FARMERS’ MARKET CONFLICT”
Weddings at sea can be tailored to your passions
At sea, romantics are more likely to get lovesick than seasick. In fact, most Canadian travelers believe that cruise ships are one of the most romantic places in the world. And 12 per cent claim they are already members of the ‘Naughtycal Mile Club!’ Continue reading “LOVESICK OR SEASICK?”
Out standing in the cold on New Year’s Eve, pre-resolution
I’m not going to drink any more in January, my late father-in-law used to say, and I’m not going to drink any less. I think I’ll follow his wise advice. Continue reading “THE JANUARY CLUB”
Saint Paul-de-Vence
Medieval charm, beautiful art galleries and lovely vistas go hand in hand in the winding, stepped streets of Saint Paul-de-Vence. Continue reading “JEWELS OF THE FRENCH RIVIERA”
Wine aficionados are not born, they are definitely created. It takes a great deal of care and feeding, not to mention endless practice, to produce true devotees of the nectar of the vine. Fortunately for Jim Walker, our wine correspondent, he was in the right places at the right time to ultimately gain admittance into Bacchus’ realm of vinous delights. Continue reading “WHEN BACCHUS BECKONED”
Gentlemans Portion 