Wine and memoir make a heady pairing, and Natalie MacLean, one of Canada’s best-known wine writers, proves she can blend them as deftly as a winemaker layers aromas in a glass of Pinot Noir. Her book Wine Witch on Fire: Rising from the Ashes of Divorce, Defamation, and Drinking Too Much is not your usual […]
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There’s something deeply satisfying about discovering food that feeds more than just the stomach—Splendor Garden is exactly that kind of experience. Founded in 2012, this Canadian brand (under the Canadian Organic Spice & Herb Co.) has carved a delicious niche in the organic, health-minded food world. Their lineup—organic herbs and spices, seasoning blends, gluten-free oats,
At the core of Canada’s rich musical tapestry lies Natalie MacMaster—a master of the Cape Breton fiddle whose story now unfolds not just on stage, but on the page. Her memoir, I Have a Love Story, offers an intimate invitation into her life, weaving together her cultural roots, family journey, and unparalleled musical legacy. From
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If the way to a foodie’s heart is through its condiments, Yellow Deer Mustard might well write the love letter. The website welcomes you with understated elegance—warm hues, clean lines, and mouthwatering descriptions that whisk you straight into an artisan mustard wonderland, rooted firmly in Qualicum Beach, BC. At the core of Yellow Deer’s appeal
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Food and storytelling have always gone hand in hand, and Patsy Dingwell’s Freda the Fry proves it with charm, whimsy, and a dash of Maritime flavour. This delightful picture book introduces readers to Freda, a golden French fry who tumbles from her fryer basket and sets off on an unexpected adventure. With playful text and
In the heart of Saskatchewan, a family-run venture called Wild Rice Guys brings authenticity, tradition, and gourmet flair to the world of wild rice. Founded and operated by two brothers who represent the third generation of wild rice harvesters, this company carries forward a legacy rooted in both culture and flavor. Interesting tidbit: “wild rice
Apples and Butterflies gently unfolds like a whisper of fall on Prince Edward Island. In just 32 lush pages, Shauntay Grant invites readers on an autumn family adventure: walking along sandy beaches, collecting apples, flying kites, and gazing at star-filled skies. Her language is both lyrical and accessible — poetic enough to stir the imagination
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For mushroom devotees and curious palates alike, Untamed Feast delivers a forest-to-table experience that’s both comforting and adventurous. Drawing from nearly two decades of wild foraging expertise, this Canadian brand handcrafts each delicacy with integrity—from the boreal forest to your cooking pot. Eric & Michelle and their team of foragers live and breathe the forest
Monica Arnaldo’s Mr. S is a clever and hilarious picture book that captures the chaos, confusion, and curiosity of the first day of school—without a teacher in sight. Aimed at children aged 4 to 8, this imaginative story turns a common classroom experience into a quirky mystery that kids and adults alike will enjoy unraveling.
Lindsay Wickstrom’s Book of Donair: Everything You Wanted to Know about the Halifax Food That Became Canada’s Favourite Kebab is a spirited, affectionate deep‑dive into the messy, saucy, late‑night legend that is the Halifax donair. From the opening pages, it authoritatively maps out the dish’s unlikely journey—from 1830s Ottoman doner cousins to its 1970s reinvention
