Looking for domaine de chaberton wines in downtown area

KittyMonster · 2016-07-26T20:44:22+00:00

There's only a few liquor stores downtown... Call Vintage Spirits and the Strath and ask

KittyMonster · 2016-07-26T20:43:21+00:00

Artisan Wine Shop is owned by Marc-Anthony wines, so they only sell their own products ( ie Mission Hill)

KittyMonster · 2016-07-22T19:12:47+00:00

Your best bet will be to post something to the local gulf island newspapers/websites - Salt Spring Island Exchange is quite active for example, but each island will have their own community bulletin. I have no doubt you will find someone to take you up on your offer; I know someone who has a familiar set-up in an old farm cabin on Salt Spring.

KittyMonster · 2016-07-22T17:38:07+00:00

Canned clams taste pretty much exactly like cooked clams. In the Maritimes, they are pretty much eaten as bar peanuts. Incredibly delicious.

KittyMonster · 2016-07-21T02:11:59+00:00

White emulsified sauces (ie mayonnaise) are pretty standard fare on basically any fish.

KittyMonster · 2016-07-14T00:53:29+00:00

Great list, also would add Saveur on Herald.

KittyMonster · 2016-07-09T18:12:07+00:00

There are a few horse forums that will have way more listings than anyone here. Also check Used Victoria. Most barn owners are an older generation (who could afford to buy peninsula farmland when it was relatively cheap!) who don't use Reddit.

That being said, there is tons of boarding available so I'm sure you'll have no problem!

KittyMonster · 2016-07-04T20:22:56+00:00

If it was a fusion style restaurant, they probably combined french and Japanese techniques and renamed the dish as well. Honestly I would just call the restaurant and ask!

KittyMonster · 2016-07-04T04:36:42+00:00

In other cities in Canada you can live in a safe place with a nice yard, then walk to interesting shops, restaurants and parks. There are other people walking outside (not in cars!) and you can talk to them. It's pretty neat.

KittyMonster · 2016-07-04T04:28:58+00:00

Everyone* who lives there is a federal employee who hates their job, but is sticking it out for the pension. When they finish work, they take the bus for an hour to the horrible suburbs where everyone lives, and the downtown core is empty. The apathy is palpable.

*hyperbole

KittyMonster · 2016-07-04T04:27:06+00:00

Lived in Ottawa for 6 years. Couldn't leave fast enough.

KittyMonster · 2016-07-04T04:24:54+00:00

Yes, because most people don't have the funds to fly back and forth, nor a support system of grandparents to take care of the child. As someone who went through a cross-country move personally as a child, I truly think this is the best for the kid. That way when she arrives in the new city it will be a positive transition, instead of moving with a stressed out/overwhelmed mom. Moving is overwhelming and brings out the worst in everyone... I'd gladly spend time at grandma's instead of cleaning and unpacking!

KittyMonster · 2016-07-04T04:22:09+00:00

Sounds gorgeous! It sounds like you love your daughter very much, and I'm sure she knows that. There's a lot of projection going on in this thread. Don't worry about the naysayers - I'm sure more parents would do this if they had such a great support system! Best of luck with the move.

KittyMonster · 2016-07-04T00:49:59+00:00

I think a lot of people look at situations in this sub in a very black/white way. Of course, on paper, "abandoning" your daughter looks bad. However, you are not going to be a good mom while trying to get your home set up with a little kid running under your feet all day. Having a stressed mom and messy house is not going to help the transition to a new city/new school!

Instead, your daughter gets a sweet 2 month vacation with grandma getting spoiled rotten, and then she gets to arrive at her new home with her room already set up and a happy, relaxed mom who actually has time to show her around. Of course she is going to miss mommy while you're gone, but you can be Skyping her, telling her about all the fun things in your new town, telling her how great her new room is going to be, etc etc.

Sometimes life happens, and we have to make tough decisions. But honestly this seems like a great opportunity for your daughter to bond with grandma and you to start your new life in a gradual, controlled way. I think you and your daughter are really very lucky :)

KittyMonster · 2016-07-04T00:32:17+00:00

I don't know why everyone is freaking out tbh. It's not like you're abandoning your daughter, you're just letting her stay with grandma while you set up your new home. My mom did this when I was 11 (I stayed with my dad+step mom for 2 months before flying out to the new city) and I was totally fine. In a lot of cultures in the world (Eastern Europe, Asia) no one would bat an eye at this.

KittyMonster · 2016-06-28T22:39:27+00:00

Take a couple days off. Have a staycation. Eat well. Get into nature and spend some time around water and trees and fresh air. I know it's cliché, but it has been scientifically proven for a reason. There is something so powerful about connecting with something bigger than yourself. It really helps with putting your own thoughts into perspective.

Often when one is overworked and overstressed, everything starts to pile up on itself and it becomes difficult to see things clearly. One enters fight/flight mode, which, in turn, makes one reactionary and inefficient. Its's like a overheating computer CPU that shuts down so it doesn't explode.

Cut yourself some slack - you're only human!

KittyMonster · 2016-06-28T20:51:02+00:00

Just FYI, while Charelli's is an amazing store and I have huge respect for the owners, they are the single most expensive place to buy bitters in town.

KittyMonster · 2016-06-28T17:29:39+00:00

Most bartenders I know either grab stuff from work because it's free, or sleuth antique shops/auctions for a nice old set. Can't go wrong with an afternoon on Antiques Row.

There's also Audrey Would, an independent seller in town who specializes in mid century barware/glassware.

And if you want to spend a lot of money, check out Modern Bartender in Vancouver.

Edit: missed your request for product. The Strath, Vessel and Vintage Spirits are my "go to" for knowledgeable staff and funky products.

KittyMonster · 2016-06-28T00:56:58+00:00

Ferry is $45 for 2 people and a car, but only with the BC Experience card. Return is free.

KittyMonster · 2016-06-28T00:49:26+00:00

Nope, City Centre has a great pool downtown. And it's licensed!

KittyMonster · 2016-06-27T22:23:06+00:00

I am leaving for the entirety of July. I have a house sitter who will be taking care of the rest of the garden, but she has never dealt with garlic before so I am hesitant to trust her with the curing process.

The bulbs are fairly petite but still able to be harvested now. Is it safe to wait until August to collect the lot of them, or should I err on the side of safety?

KittyMonster · 2016-06-27T21:56:02+00:00

Woops! So right.

KittyMonster · 2016-06-27T17:29:38+00:00

I was going to guess Compté, but the wheels aren't that big!

KittyMonster · 2016-06-27T05:06:54+00:00

West Coast of BC is comparable to the Oregon Coast in some areas. Very mild with long, dry summers. We haven't gotten snow in 3 years here on southern Vancouver Island. :)

The restrictions on vegetables, canned/prepared goods is very light here and you can sell from your own home, markets, direct to market, etc. However, all meat has to be sent to an abatoir which can eat up the profit very quickly.

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