We’re not all blessed in the culinary department. If you’re feeling the furthest from Julia Child or Jeremy Charles when it comes to mealtime, you’re not alone. With these worries in mind, Downhome polled our staff, readers, and combed some of our favourite websites for some handy, need-to-know tips to make life easier in the…
Remembering Leading Seaman Allister Charles Austin By John Dekhane The Second World War tore across countries and continents, drawing millions into a conflict that would reshape the world and redefine courage. In its path, it swept up ordinary men from quiet towns and coastal villages, calling them to serve in the fight against tyranny and…
By Dillon Collins Wind, rain, sun and snow, for over a decade, Eddie Sheerr has been the man of the hour when it comes to Newfoundland and Labrador’s weather. The longtime Chief Meteorologist and face of NTV’s weather coverage, Eddie stepped away from television, parting ways with the company this past summer. Though his followers…
Discarded colas barrels sparked ingenuity in Random By Lester Green Growing up in Little Heart’s Ease, the two most common wooden structures near the water’s edge were stages and fish smokers. The roofs and sometimes the sides of these structures were covered in metal sheets that my dad, William Green, would pronounce as “colt tins,”…
By Mac Moss There it was again. A wispy, indistinct form flitting through the trees above him, just at the edge of his vision. He stopped, and without turning his head, backed up several steps and quickly turned his head in the direction of the apparition. But it was gone. He ran forward for five…
By Dianna Brown With the shift in seasons, I wholeheartedly welcome the longer evenings of fall; the cool chill in the air, and cosying up in a warm sweater or blanket to enjoy a hot cup of tea or a bowl of steaming beef stew. Living out west in the city, I miss the rich,…
Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, everyone likes to pick up a new trick for better or easier ways around the kitchen. Here, appropriately, are a baker’s dozen which we’ve collected over the years from Downhome staff and our Facebook friends. Measuring Chocolate Chips Whenever making chocolate chip cookies and the recipe…
There were no questions in the inbox this month, so I figured I’d share some thoughts on how we feel about our surroundings and, in turn, how our surroundings make us feel. I answered a similar question this time last year, and I’m thinking it’s a good time to revisit it. The question then was:…
Every year, Downhome celebrates the pets who’ve stolen your hearts – and maybe a few socks along the way. For our annual Pet of the Year contest, you sent in stories of friendship, courage and unconditional love. From brave rescues to loyal sidekicks, your submissions were filled with touching, funny and downright adorable stories that…
Fans Pack Churchill Park for Four Thrilling Days of Music Thousands of music lovers flocked to Churchill Park in St. John’s for the fourth annual Churchill Park Music Festival, which boasted some of the biggest names across multiple genres from July 25-29. The four-day spectacle kicked off with a headlining set from glam rock superstars…
