Pets Part of the Family

Meet Moose, a miniature pinscher from Victoria

Moose is a 10-year-old miniature pinscher who might be smaller in stature but big on personality?

A favourite new addition to the Country Grocer administration offices at the Royal Oak store, Moose’s mom, Tiffany Hewlin, is one of the newest members of the human resources team

The two moved west from

Newfoundland, but Moose was already a seasoned traveller, having accompanied his mom to destinations across the US and Canada.

Who’s your four-legged best friend? Cat, dog, rabbit? We’d love to meet them! Send along a photo and a few words about what makes your furry friend part of the family to Friends & Family editor Jennifer Blyth at jennifer.blyth@blackpress.ca

Cookin’ on the Coast goes international!

Chef Heidi Fink is back Cookin’ on the Coast with CHEK TV’s this year, with a brand new international spin.

For 2023, Chef Heidi takes your palate on a trip around the world, with recipes like a Middle Eastern-inspired ‘Falafel, Spice and Everything Nice Pita,’ and the Indian-inspired ‘Can’t Beat it Butter Chicken.’ Expect plenty of flavour, colour and flare in all the dishes!

As always, the show visits farms, artisans and producers across Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands to get a sneak peek into how they create their amazing local products, and Liquor Plus brings in select beverages to pair with the delicious dishes. And don’t be surprised if you see a few new faces this season: Chef Heidi has invited a few culinary guests (and her kids!) into the studio for select shows.