Raimonds Staprans paints simple, everyday, objects. His boats, chairs, barns, fruit, cans, become unique and alive through his use of brilliant colours, set against a flat, linear surface. “The color on the painting should be greater than what comes out of the tube and you achieve that by manipulating colours around it…I like playing around…

Tasting Notes This serves two. Fresh scallops, shrimps, marinated in lime juice, sliced creamy avocado; cucumbers, diced onions, hot peppers, olive oil, Japanese vinegar, dipping sauce, add up to a terrific flavour Bomb – bright, refreshing. What You Need 6 scallops. 1 small cucumber. 6 large shrimps. 1/4 Thai chile. 1/2 small red onion. 2…

Tasting Notes Great but simple ingredients – a bit unusual- add up to great meal. The deluxe hot dogs, slightly smoky with a bit of char, the relish a bit sweet, vinegary, Brioche buns, go well together – a myriad of flavours, the crunchy cabbage cole slaw, all work in harmony. What You Need 1…

Tasting Notes This serves two and is a flavour delight, great pasta, fresh tomatoes, the sweet basil, hints of clove and liquorice, the baguette – crunchy – completes the meal. What You Need 1 cup Fusilli pasta. 1/2 of a baguette. 8 cherry tomatoes. 7 large fresh Basil leaves. 3 garlic cloves. 1/2 cup olive…

Tony Bennett was a fabulous musician but he was more than that – a great painter, an ardent civil rights advocate. Bennett was rare – truly a great human being. In 1945 he experienced rampant racism, leaving an indelible mark on him. He was stationed in Europe – having been drafted into the U.S. Army…

Preston Singletary is au contraire – using glass instead the traditional wood to create traditional Northwest Coast art masterpieces. “I sometimes hope that people will view my work on other levels not associated with ‘ethnic art.’ At the same time, it is this inspiration that gives my work its power. I see my work as…

Works of art, out of this world delicious – the world’s best pastries are a feast for the eyes, truly a special treat.

This salad serves two, is easy to make, and is light and refreshing. And all you need are a few simple ingredients. Tasting Notes  Cambodian food flavours are similar to those of Thailand. They are salty, sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and umami, a pleasant savoury taste. And this dish has all these flavours. It is…