Monthly Archives : October 2016

Winter in PEI, With a Side of Local, Organic Vegetables Please!


With the winter months stretching out ahead, you’re likely bracing yourself for eight dollar heads of cauliflower and tomatoes that have trekked thousands of miles. Thanks to our innovative Island farmers, however, options for fresh fare throughout the frigid months are cropping up. Soleil Hutchinson, began offering a winter CSA (community supported agriculture) share in 2015 for those that want…

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The Little Island Kitchen – Delicata Squash


You may not have heard of them, and I certainly hadn’t until they arrived in my CSA box last autumn, but delicata squash have quickly become my favourite autumn vegetable. Golden yellow, long, and striped with a deep green, these sweet squashes are absolute lifesavers on busy weeknights when supper needs to happen fast. They have all the rich and…

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Everything Rotates – The Beer, Food and Tunes


Vinyl + an ever-changing craft beer selection + a rotating menu of $8 edibles – sound familiar? If so, you’ve probably already discovered Charlottetown’s newest dedicated craft brew bar, HopYard, which unveiled its unique triple threat this past May with hopes it would be a hit amongst locals and visitors. The bar is located on Kent Street in the former…

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The Immune-Boosting Wonders of the Elderberry


This little berry packs a big punch! Elderberries, from the sambucus nigra plant, are wonderful immune-enhancing berries that can help protect our cells against some viral infections – perfect for the upcoming cold and flu season. The high antioxidant content of the berries also helps quell inflammation, making this berry a great choice for an autumn immune boost. Elderberries grow…

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Winterizing Your Gardening Tools


With winter lurking around the corner, it will soon be time for us to pack away our garden tools for another year. By taking a few simple steps, you can prolong the life of your favourite tools and save yourself money too. Before putting your tools away for the season, make sure dirt is removed from every part of the…

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An Island Chef Delves into the Food Culture of China


Chef Ilona Daniel’s journey into Chinese food started long before she ever set foot in China. Ilona, a chef, culinary consultant, and accomplished food writer, said that the beginning of her Chinese food story started when she was a little girl. “My family used to go to this Chinese restaurant not too far from where we lived. I remember how…

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The Little Island Kitchen – Heirloom Tomatoes


In food, as in fashion, sometimes less is more. I’m not referring to tiny, mean little plates that leave you begging for more. I’m talking about pared down, simple flavours that celebrate the natural essence of ingredients. Tomatoes are a perfect example of this principle. I can hardly think of a truer taste of summer than a sun-warmed tomato fresh…

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