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Highlights
- Pacific Palate is the expanded and updated edition of the ultimate guide to sourcing local, artisanal, gourmet food products on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.In this expanded and updated edition, well-known food writer Don Genova presents the best food producers of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, introducing readers to the many talented and passionate people and companies throughout the region--all working to promote a growing food culture.
- Author(s): Don Genova
- 320 Pages
- Travel, Canada
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Book Synopsis
Pacific Palate is the expanded and updated edition of the ultimate guide to sourcing local, artisanal, gourmet food products on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
In this expanded and updated edition, well-known food writer Don Genova presents the best food producers of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, introducing readers to the many talented and passionate people and companies throughout the region--all working to promote a growing food culture. Meet the local food artisans and learn about their history, discover favourite offerings, and get a sense of how well you can eat if you buy local.
Organized into six regions--Comox Valley, Cowichan Valley, Mid-Island, Greater Victoria, Saanich Peninsula, and the Gulf Islands--the book provides complete sourcing information and the stories behind some of the best produce, dairy, chocolate, honey, sauces, meats, seafoods, baked goods, and beverages to be found on the islands.
The book also includes Saturday Sojourns--tips for spending a toothsome and memorable day in each region. Open the door to the islands' food network and discover high-quality food products made with love and care right here. With over 160 profiles, an intro to the language and labelling around local food, and six detailed maps to set you on the path, Pacific Palate is your guide to the best of the islands' edible abundance.
Review Quotes
"This book will take you on a wonderful journey even before you get in the car! It is one you wil refer to time and time again." --Rebecca Wellman, food writer, photographer, and author of First We Brunch
"Whether you're a local or just visiting, Pacific Palate is an indispensable guide to the region's culinary treasures. Don Genova highlights the farmers and artisans who make this place special, sharing their stories like an old friend. This updated second edition is a testament to his deep-rooted passion for our local food scene." --Denise Marchessault, author of British Columbia From Scratch
"In his much-anticipated second edition of Pacific Palate, Don Genova continues to inspire readers, encouraging us all to learn more about the farmers, producers and shopkeepers who make up the local food and drink culture of this region." --Dawn Postnikoff, co-founder of Edible Vancouver Island