Little Fogo Islands: Newfoundland’s Best-Kept Offshore Secret

By Christopher Payne   Everyone has heard of Fogo Island. Next, they need to hear about Little Fogo Islands. One of Newfoundland and Labrador’s largest offshore islands, Fogo Island is home to 11 distinct communities spread along its coastline. While each maintains its own identity today, many trace their roots to smaller settlements once scattered…

7 Fathoms: A Life of Exploration

By Zachary Mosher   It’s been ten years since Courtney and Terrence Howell discovered the restorative power of seaweed. The pair are now co-founders of 7 Fathoms, a Newfoundland skincare company producing bioactive-rich seaweed skincare products. Their local enterprise enables the couple to live “at the end of the road” in Grates Cove. The development…

Top 10 Tips for Your Perfect Newfoundland Thanksgiving

#10 Time is on Your Side Don’t be a turkey when it comes to cook time this Thanksgiving. A whole turkey typically needs 13-15 minutes per pound at 325°F (163°C). A 15-pound turkey can take over 3½ hours, so plan backwards from dinner time, and don’t forget to let it rest for 20-30 minutes before…

One for the Road: A Ghostly Tale of Old Brigus

By Dennis Flynn   The sunset caresses the cairn of stone atop beautiful Spectacle Head in Cupids in August of last year, when I sit opposite Mr. Roy Dawe (Jr.) “I’ve got a truly mysterious story involving my father and grandfather I think you will like,” he says. Roy, age 75 as of this writing,…