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Today, we begin a column on local wines, beers and spirits by Garth Eichel, an experienced food and wine columnist who is studying for his diploma through the International Sommelier Guild.

The Olympics. Political upheaval. Bunnies. From the serious to the silly, there were many issues that helped shape 2010. Jack Knox looks back at stories -- some significant, some definitely not -- that you'll remember.

Though we are fortunate to have a broad range of places to choose from when dining out in Victoria, restaurants focusing on the cuisine of one of the world's oldest corners are relatively new here.

I just bought a Dolce pepper grinder and couldn't figure out how to remove the top to put in more peppercorns. The little pamphlet that came with it gave no clue.

Christmas shopping can be hungry work, but fast food doesn't have to mean something you would be embarrassed to tell your jogging buddies you ate.

But experts reveal tips for waxing sensitive parts of the body

When you're a restaurant critic, a frequent question you face is "What is your favourite food?" which is a bit like asking someone who writes about music to name their favourite song.

I was checking out some roasting pans in a kitchen supply store and noticed that in the attached little booklet there's a warning about dishwashers.

But the Johnson Street span dominates voter discussion

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