by Twyla Campbell | Nov 8, 2009 | Food, Travel
Now that Steve and my two daughters have come to visit me while I look after the twins, we’ve had the opportunity to eat at some local Comox Valley restaurants. Our first dining experience: Avenue Bistro, a very mod establishment that touts innovative cuisine...
by Twyla Campbell | Nov 5, 2009 | Food, Travel
It started with an olive. The moment Kaylee bit into the gerignola and said “mmm” I knew I had her. This kid has an adventurous palate and is curious about food despite her standard “I don’t yike that” reaction to everything I put in...
by Twyla Campbell | Nov 2, 2009 | Food, Travel
Success! The twins loved Vij’s curried coconut beef, and curried pork. At $14 a package, it might seem a bit steep, but I had enough left over for two more portions the next day. Both curry dishes were rich in flavour, and the meat was surprisingly tender. I...
by Twyla Campbell | Oct 30, 2009 | Travel
Well, my culinary skills are definitely being put to the test out here on Vancouver Island while I take care of the twins. It was a cold rainy day, a day that just begged for home made soup. At home, my kids’ favourite soup to have on cold days is...
by Twyla Campbell | Oct 21, 2009 | This Happened...
My daughter is in Grade 12. Next year at this time, she will be (fingers crossed) in her first year of university, and I am feeling the pangs of separation anxiety already. The grad committee at her school has asked for a baby picture, so I delved into the picture box...
