There are few things that announce the arrival of autumn quite like a butternut squash. Its warm golden colour, sweet flavour and sturdy shape practically beg to be turned into soup, roasted with maple syrup or tucked into a comforting fall casserole. But in Heather Smith’s charming new picture book, My Best Friend Is a
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Some picture books are meant to be read; Henri and Miko series by Rebecca Green is meant to be savored. Set in a tiny woodland community, the Autumn in Bosc Olivette is a charming story that follows Henri the mouse and Miko the bee as they revel in everything that makes autumn irresistible: ruby-red leaves,
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Edible and Medicinal Arctic Plants: An Inuit Elder’s Perspective is far more than a field guide—it is a living record of Inuit knowledge, culture, and environmental stewardship. Created through the shared efforts of Inuit Elder Aalasi Joamie, researchers Anna Ziegler and Rebecca Hainnu, and published in both English and Inuktitut, the book documents generations of
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Still Here: Preserving Our Legacy is more than a history book—it is an act of remembrance, reclamation, and resilience. Through the combined talents of historian Mary McCarthy, poet Thandiwe McCarthy, and photographer Gary Weekes, this remarkable volume documents over two centuries of Black life in New Brunswick while celebrating the families who continue to shape
For anyone who has ever dreamed of crafting their own bottle of wine but felt overwhelmed by the process, The Beginner’s Guide to Making Wine from Juice and Grapes by Daniel Pambianchi is an outstanding place to start. As one of the most respected names in home winemaking, Pambianchi has built a reputation for making
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Our culinary road trip takes us to Ontario to explore wines made by Canadians for Canadians…and they are winning awards! Luke Whittall’s The Sipster’s Pocket Guide to 50 More Must-Try Ontario Wines: Volume 2 is a refreshing departure from traditional wine literature. Eschewing the often-pretentious jargon of the wine world, Whittall adopts a conversational tone
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When Peace by Chocolate was first released in 2020, we called it an inspiring story of resilience, hope, and the power of community. Six years later, Peace by Chocolate: Revised and Expanded Second Edition proves that the Hadhad family’s remarkable journey did not end with the final page of the original book—it has continued to
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Few ingredients have shaped global cuisine quite like garlic. Revered for more than 5,000 years, this humble bulb traces its roots to Central Asia before spreading through ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, where it was prized as both food and medicine. Today, garlic is an essential ingredient in kitchens around the world, celebrated for its
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Our culinary travel journey throughout Nova Scotia has seen many lighthouses. To intrigue the younger readers, check out Keeper of the Light by Janet Barkhouse of Clearland NS…a beautifully crafted historical children’s story that shines a light on courage, responsibility, and resilience. Set on Cook Island Lighthouse off the coast of Nova Scotia in 1925,
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David Mossman’s The Legend of Gladee’s Canteen: Down Home on a Nova Scotia Beach is much more than a history of a beloved seaside eatery. It is a heartfelt tribute to family, community, perseverance, and the enduring spirit of rural Nova Scotia. Set against the backdrop of Hirtle’s Beach, the book captures a unique chapter
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