Author Archives: Rhona

 

First seeds

Jan 15

Even here in Lotusland we were reminded it’s still winter with a run of frosty nights, but the chill gave way to a clear sunny day last Saturday in which Haliburton Farm’s friends and neighbours gathered at the farmhouse to … Continue reading →

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Sweet beginnings

Jan 4

Obesity and its brethren (diabetes, cancer, GERD etc.) are the latest uninvited guests at the 21st century table. And what they’re eating is sugar. Or is that all they’re eating? I do think we overdo it with sugar of all … Continue reading →

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Farewell to 2012

Jan 1

Tis the season to look back over a busy year at the Iambic Cafe, as I wish you all a happy, healthy and sustainable 2013! January… Copenhagen, mostly in the rain, and then some Cambridge…           … Continue reading →

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Edible Gardens, Terra Madre Day & Digging the City on TV

Dec 15

I was over on the Mainland earlier this week and spent three days enjoying many things, including a tour of some urban agriculture in practice, Terra Madre Day celebrations Vancouver style, and a few minutes in the public eye to … Continue reading →

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Stones in your Soup

Dec 14

I was thrilled to be among those invited to present at Victoria’s Stone Soup event back on December 2: much like the story it grew in a few short weeks from nothing to a sold out celebration of food and … Continue reading →

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