Mini Vacations Story and Photo by Gloria Woolridge It is spring! It seems that summer passes quickly here on P.E.I., so the thought today is to plan ahead to make the most of the season before it actually occurs. How? … {Read More}
Author Archives: Bruce
Darjeeling…the Champagne of Tea
Darjeeling…the Champagne of Tea Most days this is my preferred morning tea; I love this tea. Darjeelings, a region in India is revered for producing what some call the Champagne of Tea. Produced in the Himalayas, Darjeelings are grown in … {Read More}
The Storyteller
The Storyteller – by Ann Thurlow for Red-The Island Storybook Vol. One “Come on right into my house” says Mary Cousins as she holds the door wide open. “Come right in and sit down”. I was first drawn in to … {Read More}
Evelyn
Evelyn of Northport, PEI This story was submitted by David Weale. Thank you David! I had heard from friends up-west that I really should go to see her. That I must. And as I walked away from her door after … {Read More}
Susan Christensen-Prince Edward Island Artist
Susan Christensen-My Beginnings As A Painter by Susan Christensen Although I have dabbled in art most of my life, first in drawing then in printmaking, my artistic career began in earnest in 2004. I attended a workshop and painted the … {Read More}
We like Stephen B. MacInnis
Stephen B. MacInnis Bio Painter Stephen B. MacInnis lives and works in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, where he was also born and raised. His work is distinctive for its bold use of colour and playful reliance on humour. His … {Read More}
Lapsang Souchong
Lapsang Souchong If you enjoy tea and wish it to have a pronounced flavour with a pleasant smokey after taste this tea is for you. I imagine those who like a nice cigar and port would call this one of their … {Read More}
The Cookies are Here
Our Shortbread Cookies are Here! Every year between late early November and early December we bake Pecan, Butter and Chocolate Chip Shortbread as well my favourite; the Oatcakes. A big Thank you must go out to Lynn and Darlene who … {Read More}
An Island Tradition – Raspberry Pie for Holidays
Our Raspberry Pie has become a part of our customers summer traditions but over the last few years we have learned that we becoming part of some Christmas family traditions as well. -We receive hundreds of emails and phone call from all over … {Read More}
Who is Emma Bridgewater?
Emma Bridgewater Spot On for Twenty Five Years…. Emma Bridgewater is a woman, mother, wife and business person who started The Emma Bridgewater Pottery Company in 1985 and within a few years it had gained a first-rate reputation for good design and … {Read More}