Host a Coffee Tasting
Coffee is a taste experience similar to wine appreciation. In fact, many of the techniques are the same and coffee connoisseurs are referred to as sommeliers. Hosting a coffee tasting for friends or co-workers is
Summer Activities
July seems like the longest month of summer holidays because it's between June and August. The excitement of summer holidays has worn off and it's still two whole months until September. The days are
Picnic Essentials
Did you know that the word picnic is derived from the French word pique-nique, which is used to describe light meals taken outside. It was popularized during the French Revolution when the classes visited and
Rainy Day Activities
Wet and soggy afternoons bring their own delights for adults and children. They're an opportunity to indulge in one's hobbies or to escape the house in search of treats and pleasures. A rainy day
Spring Break Fun!
The first day of Spring is still a few days away but Spring Break for the kids is here! If you are having trouble finding fun things to keep the family busy over this
Featured Christmas Event In the Valley
Christmas season is here and with so many amazing family fun things to do in the valley we don't want you to miss any! This one is one of our favorites. Merridale's Christmas at
Christmas Events In The Cowichan Valley
It's December 1st today and we are all getting excited for the 2021 Christmas season. There are many events in the Cowichan Valley to celebrate the holidays, from craft fairs and Christmas markets, with
Books Children Love
Richard Scarry was a prolific writer and illustrator of children's books throughout his career. Always well-reviewed on Amazon, his collections inspire nostalgia in parents and quickly become a child's favorite book. Each page is
Coffee House Treats At Home
Tasty coffee shop-style espresso drinks at home are a luxurious treat on a cold or rainy day. The mellow taste of a latte with flavors such as peppermint or pumpkin can elevate it to new
Visit Duncan, City of Totems
About Duncan Beautiful Duncan, the City of Totems, is located in the Cowichan Valley about halfway between Victoria approximately 50 kilometers to the south, and Nanaimo 50 kilometers or so to the north. The Duncan