Edible Vancouver Island Holiday 2022

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WORDS ASHLEY STELCK AND PATRICIA PEARSON PHOTOS JANIS JEAN deck the table There is no better time of year to go all out on your table setting than the holidays! It is a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit, do a little something special for your seasonal guests and reconnect with the out doors. The winter months may not be flush with blousy flowers, but the season offers so much in the way of natural decor, all perfect for adorning the tabletop. Take a walk and be inspired; Mother Nature never disappoints and will always have something to offer. It’s a timeless and inexpensive way to pre pare your home for the holidays. Even the simplest tablescape fit for the modern minimalist can be found on an afternoon walk through the trails. A few snips of bare branches tucked into a simple vase with a scattering of pinecones and maybe a candle or two is simple, natural and elegant. Fragrant evergreens are also a fabulous choice, with their rich hues and robust scents. Create a natural runner of pine, cedar and fir, and toss in a few bunches of bright red berries or some edible fruits—fresh, dried or even a mix of both. Winter fruit is both beautiful on display and on the plate, so get creative with the edible offerings. A cake stand piled high with pomegranates, oranges and chestnuts can put on a stunning show in addition to being a delicious edible treat after the meal. It is a special time of year, so whatever style you tend to lean towards, remember to pull out those fancy candlesticks, the heirloom linens, the “special occasion’’ dishware and, of course, the crystal! Because if you can’t use these for the holidays, when can you?! Holiday tablescape ideas are endless, but here are a few of our favourites, the ones we come back to year after year.

28 HOLIDAY 2022 EDIBLE VANCOUVER ISLAND