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Local couple brings international flavor to Oregon BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World
Chris and Liz Hendrickson have taken their love for the culinary world and brought it into a new realm. They created “Teas Tinctures Tonics,” from a simple idea to bring the best teas and spices they’ve had from their travels to Oregon. The Hendrickson’s grow many of their own herbs, vegetables and fruits in a greenhouse at their North Bend home and use these ingredients in a wide variety of spice blends and teas. “We have our own greenhouse that we've converted from an old wood workshop, so we use that to grow a lot of our spices and seasonings. I do both hydroponic and traditional methods with soil,” said Chris Hendrickson. The Hendrickson’s grow herbs like dill, basil, tarragon, chamomile and mint; vegetables such as hot and spicy peppers, tomatoes, wasabi,
Local artisans holding holiday markets BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World
A group of local artisans, crafters and small business owners are coming together under one big roof to give shoppers a huge variety of holiday gift options. The first local Holiday Market was held on Sunday, Nov. 19 in the Salmon Room at the Mill Casino. Another Holiday Market will be held at the same place from
is freshly grown and the dough is made from scratch. The incorporate their recipes into their business, and have created about 60 different types of teas. They smoke their salts, and pick wild mushrooms. They also make spice mixes for many different types of cuisines, including India, Mexico, Southeast Asia and America. “We're trying to bring a
ginger, garlic, onion; and different kinds of berries to incorporate into their teas and spice blends. They also utilize ingredients from local farms, and when that isn’t available, they source them from locations around the globe. They don't use any anti caking, fillers, or preservatives in their blends. They go by the old saying, "If you can't grow it or farm it, you probably shouldn't eat it.” Both Chris and Liz come from families of professional cooks and bakers. Chris said food is part of his ancestry. “The Hendrickson’s were part of the East India Spice Company,” he said. The love for food and spices has trickled down many generations – to his grandparents, his father, and now to him. Food has also played a big part in Liz’s family. She holds “old world” baking recipes that are hundreds of years old, where everything
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Bay Area Farmers and Artisans Market open Wednesdays through April BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World
It might be wet outside, but local vendors are keeping the farmer’s market vibe alive throughout the winter season at the Bay Area Farmers and Artisans Market. The Bay Area Farmers and Artisans Market features a wide variety of edible treats and handmade artisan
goods, including coffee, mushrooms, spices, breads, teas, jams, pies, cheesecakes, handmade crafts, art, cutting boards, Farmers and Artisans Market continued on page 3
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The Bay Area Farmers and Artisans Market is an indoor market being held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday through April, at 999 N Front Street in Coos Bay. The market is being organized by Bridgeview Coffee Roasters owner Lex Johnson.
Bandon Library exhibit showcases
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Steve La Riccia’s interactive steampunk art has brought him accolades from around the globe. The Oregon artist is currently showcasing his curious contraptions at the Bandon Public Library Art Gallery. La Riccia came to
the Bandon library to talk about his eclectic art on Nov. 18, along with Prague Native photographer Barbora Bakalarova, in an artists’ reception. Representatives from the Bandon Library Art Gallery report that these artists’ exhibits reflect the evolution of the gallery as a uniquely interesting exhibition space in
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Bandon. Steve La Riccia’s steampunk machines combine vintage and quirky elements to create a functional piece of art. During his talk at the library, he explained how he pieced different elements together to create his interactive and Steampunk Exhibit continued on page 5
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