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Perched atop the rooftop patio at Chez Elena’s, at Los Cuatro Vientos Hotel, in Puerto Vallarta; With some newly-made friends from Toronto, we found ourselves sipping coarsely salted-rimmed lime margarita’s, enjoying the panoramic view that is the Pacific – Vallarta Styles. You know it’s funny, having sold travel for over seven years now, I rarely see people get overly excited about booking a trip to Puerto Vallarta. Whether they’ve been before, desired something a little more exotic & impressive, or simply got a better deal the year before, there is a bit of an anti-climatic scene during the planning and booking stages. Well I’m here to pump a little life into this place called Vallarta. This April we stayed at the Velas Vallarta, (in the Marina part of town, approximately ten minutes from the Puerto Vallarta Airport), and had a trip that we’ll remember forever. The Velas Vallarta rates as a 4-4.5 Star, with excellent reviews, that I must admit I’ve never booked before. We recently had a training session in Victoria that showcased the property, and the timing seemed right to visit. After eight days, seven nights, it’s hard to imagine I’d go anywhere else in the area. One enters this Mini-Paradise by walking through an impressive lobby with arches that make you feel like you’re looking at the entranceway to the Coliseum in Rome. Every room has a balcony that faces the ocean, and is equipped with a full kitchen should one wish to cook. If not, there are two magnificent restaurants there to serve your every need with a variety 4

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small sized eggplants cloves garlic, minced tbsp Lemongrass mint White Balsamic tbsp Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Preheat oven to 350F Wash egg plants and pat dry. In a baking dish, place eggplants whole and bake for 20 minutes, turn them over then bake an additional 15 minutes until they are soft and very well done. Let rest 10 minutes, then carefully with a sharp knife, slice open eggplant lengthwise and carefully soup out flesh into a small bowl. Add in garlic, lemongrass mint white balsamic and olive oil and mix well with a wooden spoon. Place in fridge until completely cooled. Stir in parsley, and transfer to a pint sized mason jar for easy picnic transport. Serve with crackers or veggie sticks for a delicious snack.

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Peel cucumbers and thinly slice. I like to use a madeline for this, but a sharp knife will do the trick too. Dice the onion and toss together with the cucumbers in a serving bowl, or transporting container. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar and sugar and drizzle over salad. Toss to coat and top with the leaves from fresh thyme sprigs. Let marinade for at least 2-3 hours but up to 1 day before serving. Will keep for up to 1 week in an airtight container in the fridge.

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In a small sauce pan heat lemon juice and stir in sugar until it just dissolves. Divide the mixture equally between two clean 750ml (wine bottles), add 2 Tbsp of Mango white balsamic to each bottle and top with water. Place one sprig of mint in each bottle and place stopper in the top. Give each bottle a swirl and place in fridge to chill for at least 3 hours.

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LOCATING FOOD TRUCKS & FLOATING RESTAURANTS THIS SUMMER

FLAVOURS PICNIC RECIPES: All Packed Up

HEALTH & WELLNESS Confessions of a Recovering Self-Critic

MONEY CENTS 5 Money Mistakes You Should Avoid

MAPPED OUT FOR YOUR Island Farms, Markets, Artisans and Wineries

FITNESS TIPS Cool Summer Running

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he same goes for owner/winemaker Giuseppe (Joe) Busnardo, the patriarch of the 33-year old (1982) family Estate Winery called Divino. You can read about Joe in B.C. grape/wine literature, as he has trail-blazed for this industry. “If the stream is flowing one way, you’ll be sure to see Joe swimming in the other direction” is an example of the fight he fought to remain an independent businessman in this industry. Now 81-years young and still full of energy, Joe is making great wines from the fruit he grows in the Cowichan Valley. He was the first to plant European Vitis Vinifera in Canada in 1968. He brought dozens of varieties to try, including many from his area in Italy; Trebbiano and Tocai being two examples. After a huge fight with many levels of government he was finally able to start his winery with the wines he produced from the grapes he grew (as he does today). In 1982, Divino Estate Winery was opened in Oliver B.C. and was the 5th winery in this province. As the wine industry established, Joe decided to move. The original vines are still growing in Oliver and cuttings were brought to Cobble Hill to start the 2nd vineyard. In 1996 he re-opened Divino and started the Cobble Hill vineyard. He was the 5th winery on Vancouver Island. Much of the 40-acre property is planted in the vinifera varietals that have been traditional to Divino Estate Winery for more than 40 years. The design of the winery ensured the varietals matched the natural conditions. Chardonnay, Trebbiano, Castel, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris form the core of the mix of varietals. Other niche varieties fill the wide range of plantings and offer wonderful blending accents. At times these will be bottled as single varietal wines when the conditions result in exceptional harvests. The wine you’ll taste at Divino is a taste of Cowichan Valley with old world influence. Don’t be alarmed if Joe says, “Just taste it. You either like it or you don’t. It is that simple.” You may also see the humour in some of his labels. Joe says it like it is, and that’s part of his charm. This charm continues through the relaxed attitude of the winery; no wine snobs allowed. Joe looks forward to seeing you this summer and sharing an experience of Divino Estate Winery. Bottle prices start at $10 and Joe is offering a summer BOGO deal: Buy 2 bottles and get the 3rd one for $5.00. You can also enjoy seasonal fruits from the crops of grapes, apples, cherries, blackberries and figs. Come and enjoy a unique experience and some unique wines from Divino Estate Winery. Tasting Room Available for Special Occasion & Private Tasting Events! 1500 Freeman Rd, Cobble Hill, BC

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I was out of town working at a conference. When I woke the second morning I wandered into the bathroom to get ready for the day. The bathroom had bright overhead lights that illuminated a wall size mirror. I looked up and was startled. I was barely recognizable to myself. I looked puffy, as if somehow I had been inflated overnight. I tried to recognize myself but was unable to find the person I see in my mind’s eye. My health challenges over the last 18 months made it difficult to exercise or eat real food. It was a vicious cycle of feeling poorly but not having the energy to take control. Instead I descended emotionally and my weight ascended concurrently. My physical health was now in recovery, and my frame of mind had just awoken to the reality of a 50 pound weight gain.

Later on that morning I arrived at the motivational conference I was working at as a certified coach and facilitator. I felt shameful and the irony was on my mind. Although I was confident and passionate about my work, I was battling a familiar and judgemental inner voice claiming ‘I am not good enough, and that I am a fraud.’ I wasn’t able to manage my own life and anyone who saw me could see that in my size and shape. This is not the first time I have rode this roller coaster. The old shame and self-criticism were back like familiar confidants to make sure that my misery had company. Throughout the day when there were lulls in activity at my booth, I was able to wander in and out of lectures by world-renowned speakers, authors and teachers. I would slip into the backseat and hear little pieces of wisdom. I seemed to be divinely guided to hear exactly what I needed to hear in order to focus on my own healing. One spoke on soul accomplishments and used the example, ‘Today I choose to forgive myself for something I have been beating myself up about.‘ I realized in that

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moment that I had been doing exactly what I coach other people not to do. Self-criticism doesn’t work. If it did, we would all be skinny and rich with no bad habits and perfect relationships! I also realized that I had been evaluating myself by what can be measured on the outside and not the inside. Another spoke of our transformations, and to be patient with ourselves. She spoke of the judgemental voices that we hear in our minds and referred to them as the strange hitchhikers in the back seat of our car. We all have stories. They don’t have to define us. Dr. Robert Holden shared something I felt was just for me. (I am sure 2000 others felt the same way.) He spoke of spiritual intelligence and finding out the heart of who we really are, not who we think we are, or what we think others expect us to be. He stated was that we are beginning to think that we are our bodies – not that we have them. How can we see our eternal loveliness and grace if we are judging ourselves? I realized that I need to trust life to support me every step of my journey. My body and soul are lovable, simply

because love is the essence of who I am. These dark days of the soul are really dark days of my ego, and I have accepted that I am meant to learn from this experience as part of my journey. One of my biggest fears is showing vulnerability, nonetheless I have shared this personal experience with you because I know deep inside we are all the same. We all have dark days, inner voices, unwanted hitchhikers and self-judgment. Perhaps you will be inspired to ask yourself what your life would be like if you were not judging and criticizing yourself. It is challenging to have this type of intimate dialogue however life loves you and will support you in your growth. The next morning- a short 24 hours later- I looked in the mirror and spoke words of forgiveness and acceptance. You can too. Victoria Holmes Inspirational Speaker, Writer, Life Coach Dedicated to helping you live a happier, healthier, more abundant life. Heal Your Life Workshops and Life Coaching

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Mistakes are a part of life. If we didn’t make mistakes we would never learn. The key is rather than making the same mistakes over and over again, learn from them and make better choices next time.

Mistake #1: Carrying a

is; putting yourself in debt just to keep up will only create a big mess.

Mistake #5: Spending More

Credit is a part of life, without solid credit you can’t get a mortgage, which would rule out owning a home for most of us. The problem is credit can be a challenge to manage properly. It is very tempting to see credit as money that you have at your disposal. Yet, if you don’t have enough cash to pay off your credit card in full by the time the bill comes than you will be paying the credit card company a pretty penny to allow you to carry a balance to the next month. Most credit card companies charge between 10-20% in interest. Carrying just $1000 on your card for just 6 months will cost you $60. This may not seem like a lot but over time this will add up. Wouldn’t you rather spend that money on something you enjoy?

Mistake #3: Paying Bank

This may seem like a no brainer but it is by far the most common money mistake we come across. The first step to not spending more than you earn is understanding how much you earn. If you have a base salary of $50,000 that doesn’t mean that $50,000 goes into your pocket every year. There are taxes as well as CPP and EI that get deducted off your paycheque. If you work on commission or tips than start writing down how much you bring in, you may think that you earn more than you do. After you know what comes in the door you have to get a grip on what goes out. This means writing down every time you spend money. There are some great tracking apps out there so do some research on what will work for you. The bottom line is what goes out can not be more than what comes in.

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Mistake #2: Keeping Up With the Jones’s

We’ve all done it. You come home from work one day and see that your neighbour has purchased a brand new car and the little green jealously monster inside you says, “How come they get a brand new car and I’m still driving this hunk of junk?” Trying to keep up with others is a recipe for disaster. Chances are you don’t know the inner workings of how your friends or neighbours finances work. Maybe they have income that you aren’t aware of or are digging themselves into a financial pit with no hope of recovery. The point 14

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Fees Late Fees or NSF Fees Unnecessarily

It used to be that bank fees were simply a fact of life, but with competition increasing banking fees are starting to disappear. Many banks and credit unions now offer free chequing accounts with no transaction limits. Paying simply to have a chequing account doesn’t make sense anymore. What makes even less sense is paying late fees or NSF charges. A typical NSF fee can range anywhere from $15.00 to $50.00 which with a little bit of planning can be avoided all together. Try working with a money calendar so you know when money is coming in and due to go out.

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Insurance is not a fun subject to talk about, and like credit the best time to get insurance is when you don’t need it. Especially because personal insurance is something that only gets more expensive as you age. Talk to a financial professional about disability insurance and if you have kids, life insurance. Make sure you understand the details of the contract and get more than one opinion. Spending money on insurance you don’t need is just as bad as not having it at all.

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Summer is here and for many of us it is time to get out and enjoy outdoor activities – not that we can’t do that all year round on Vancouver Island. But we take on a different perspective when it is warmer, dryer and knowing that we may have three months or more of fabulous weather. With the long range forecast calling for a hot, dry summer we also need to be cognisant of being out in the sun in extreme heat, and taking the necessary precautions to avoid sunburn. Depending on the activity we also may have to adjust our schedules to workout when it is cooler.

Take running as an example – the Island is the best place on the planet to run. Which is why we live here – right? We can run outdoors 12 months of the year – not many places in Canada can boast that. But there is that special time of year when all we need in addition to a good pair of shoes is a singlet, shorts, hat or visor and we are off exploring the wonderful trails and pathways here. But with a hot summer predicted we may need to make adjustments to our schedules and also what we wear. Here are a few tips for running this summer. • When to run. Depending on your running goals and if you run alone or with a group, run early in the day or later in the evening. If it is already 16°C at 8 am with a forecast high of 25 then run at 7 am. If you are training for a half or full marathon you will have completed your long run before the heat of the day. • Choose your routes. Run by the water and enjoy sea breezes, where is it usually a few degrees cooler, or on a trail with a lot of shade. The victoriaweather.ca website has live temperature readings from all over the region so you can find the cooler spots to run. • Hydrate. It is important to drink not just on the run but before. Drink water the day before a long run and the day of. Carry water (there are some great water belts out there) or if you are running for more than hour have an electrolyte or sports drink. Plan your route where there are washrooms and water fountains so you can top up your bottle. Dehydration is a serious condition

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so avoid caffeine beforehand, and before you partake of that post-run refreshing beer, drink water first to hydrate. • Eat. On long runs you may want to carry some sport nutrition such as gels or chews and fuel beforehand. Many runners think that water will keep them hydrated but often forget that the difference between a good and bad run is fuel - they can lose energy because they haven’t eaten enough. With the addition of extreme heat, you can feel drained and nauseous. So experiment with running and eating and see what works for you. • Wear wicking fabrics. Never wear cotton on a summer run (yes people still do). There are many new fabrics out there, so what to wear? “Firstly, it’s important for technical shirts to be a closer fit as their purpose is to wick away moisture,” says Nick Walker, owner of Frontrunners. “Tech shirts regulate body temperature so on cooler mornings the shirt will also keep you warmer.” There are shirts that have body mapping: mesh panels on heavy sweat areas such as under the arms and the back. You can also get shirts with UV protection – darker colours have a SPF of 40 and lighter colours SPF 20. Sugoi and New Balance have a shirt with ‘ice-fil’ – a cooling fabric so when the body sweats, the shirt is cool to touch. Chafing is an issue for many so investing in a 2-in-1 short with a liner can avoid that, and always apply Body Glide or a similar anti-chafing product, on sensitive areas. And don’t forget the hat and sunglasses. According to Walker, your face

is more relaxed when you are not squinting, and that ensures you don’t tense in the shoulders and upper body. • Adjust your training. If you were planning a training run with a high RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) then adjust accordingly. The RPE varies from 1-2 where little effort is required to 9-10 which is maximum effort. In the heat you will feel like you are working harder to maintain your pace, so run by how you feel, not what your GPS watch is telling you. If it gets too warm, run at a lower RPE. • Post-exercise cooling. In addition to water and your favourite nutrition try chocolate milk – research has shown it has recovery elements. After a hot run, and if you are by the ocean or a lake, wade in and give your legs a cool soak for 15 minutes. You will feel a lot better for it. • Skip it! If the temperature is out of your comfort zone – just skip the run. It won’t hurt and you can always head to the treadmill in the gym and do the run there.

These are just a few tips for help you enjoy your running this summer. See you on the trails. Louise Hodgson-Jones is a media relations specialist, working with events such as the GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon, TC10K, and Frontrunners Island Race Series. She also coordinates communications for PISE and the Pacific Cycling Centre, and writes for IMPACT Magazine and Canadian Running.

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6) When I’m watching American

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stab my heel with a needle coated with the juice of a South American beetle. During one of these beetle-butt-juicestabbing sessions, the doctor remarked on my awful-looking toenails. He said “You know, there’s a treatment for that toenail condition. But a possible side effect of the drug is kidney failure.” I said “No thanks.”

13) I know how it feels to be one of

two hundred people who are all desperately trying not to laugh at once. That’s because I was on a plane and they announced that our pilot was “Captain Mossfocker.” Why didn’t we just laugh out loud? I think it’s because we have a powerful instinct not to laugh at anyone who has your life in his hands.

14) In Scotland, I had a couple of

opportunities to see Loch Ness. The lake is probably bigger than you think. It’s huge! Also, if you go, you will feel a little bit annoyed when you don’t see the monster. Think about it: you’re not going to see the monster. You’re not!

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Caterina Alberti’s 25 years’ experience in the tourism industry providing coaching for leadership in management roles and entrepreneurial initiatives taught her invaluable skills which she now uses effectively as an Executive Business Coach. An accredited Executive Business Coach from Royal Roads University and a past director with the Vancouver Island Coaching Association, Caterina specializes in leadership working with small to large businesses to develop the vision for their company. “People have many different ideas it can be like chasing butterflies, coaching alignment with the vision and then assisting with the development of that vision is key” she explains. “Managers have a lot of day to day responsibilities it’s overwhelming, often important business insight and staff development can be delayed because of this. As a coach I can offer outside business perspectives and encourage solutions.” With a strong background in management and sales, Caterina is able to see opportunities to improve the work processes and people management. “One of the purposes of a coach is to guide change to realize the vision the business owner wants to achieve. It’s a fun time when the movement is exciting, the changes, strategies and steps create a roadmap to succeed.” Caterina recommends at least three meetings over a month, with the first meeting focusing on clarity and coach/owner relationship, so an element of trust and confidence can be built. Subsequent visits then focus on the vision and development. “Owners usually know what they want although I do think that everyone, when willing, can gain better focus to carry through the vision in a timely manner. Nobody seems to like change, it’s inevitable and with a coach at your side who can see the vision with you, then it is a whole lot easier.” Caterina also offers career coaching, with support and mentorship for those at a crossroad or who need clarity on their skills and strengths. Her philosophy is simple: ‘If you do what you love you will love what you do.’ Let’s crossover!

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One must wonder how this amazing piece of history got to Vancouver Island. In the 1970's, Whippletree Junction founder Randy Streit stumbled upon the bar still standing proudly in the St. Francis Saloon, despite the fact that the old copper mining town was completely deserted. He immediately dismantled the bar and shipped it home. When selling off the plot where the Pioneer House now stands, the deed contained a note demanding that what was built must house the unique antiquity. Further to its iconic exterior and rich history, you'll discover a comfortable ambiance and popular menu. Much of the interior design comes from local logs built by local tradesmen. The mezzanine perches 20ft above ground level for a fabulous bird’s eye view of the rustic antique décor. The menu serves up local products, house-made dressing (all of which are celiac

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