by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | Dec 14, 2017 | CULTURE, Events
Our top picks for what’s new in theatre, music and poetry. By David Lennam Tom McBeath as Ebenezer Scrooge. PHOTO: DAVID COOPER. A Christmas Carol When: November 28-December 17Where: The BelfryFor more information: belfry.bc.ca Michael Shamata’s...
by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | Dec 14, 2017 | HOME & DESIGN, Home Tours
A Saanich historical home revives its owners’ dreams with a modern take on historic luxury. By Danielle Pope This historic renovation is adorned with the antiques collected by Murray and Valerie Nunns over their lifetimes. The oversized painting of a shipwreck in the...
by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | Dec 13, 2017 | FOOD & DRINK
Treat the foodie in your life with a cookbook by a local author this season. With their lavish photography and inspirational recipes, it’s no secret cookbooks make the perfect presents for the foodies on your list. The books Italy and Greece by Emily Lycopolus — a...
by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | Dec 7, 2017 | FOOD & DRINK
From coconut flurries to fluffy meringues, and icing as white as newly fallen snow, it’s the season for dreamy desserts. By Cinda Chavich PHOTO: JEFFREY BOSDET We don’t often see the white stuff outside in this part of the world. But this year, I’m dreaming of a snowy...
by 8hXGkA9xz785J2BJ | Dec 7, 2017 | HOME & DESIGN, Hosting + Entertaining
Welcome your favourite people into your home with a low-stress, high-impact cocktail party that sets the tone for the season. Strings of holiday lights illuminate the Inner Harbour, carolers perform along downtown streets, and people bundle up for horse-drawn trolley...