Dennis Flynn photo Avid kayakers share some of their favourite paddling spots in NL By Dennis Flynn Weaving through a cathedral of dual stone arches, I glide past the huge sea cave visible only at low tide before threading a needle past a turbaned stone-faced man guarding the narrow entrance to a tiny hidden cove…
A new world-class venue in Cow Head is just the ticket for Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador.By Nicola Ryan For the past 25 seasons, Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador (TNL) has been putting on sold-out performances for the Gros Morne Theatre Festival. Based in beautiful Cow Head in Gros Morne National Park, the festival dedicates itself to…
Nothing tops off a hot day working in the garden or lounging on the patio like a cool, refreshing, colourful drink! Check out the July issue of Downhome for more recipies. Outport Spritzer Ice cubes Auk Island Outport Raspberry Screech Wine Ginger ale or 7-Up Add 3 or 4 ice cubes to a wine glass. Fill 1/3 with…
A new short film explores the cod moratorium’s ripple effect through the lens of one fisherman. We sit in on their chat as the creators discuss their inspiration. The animated short-film, Last Fish, First Boat, tells the story of the 1992 cod moratorium through the eyes of fifth-generation fisherman, Eugene Maloney. When the federal government shutters…
By Chantel Murrin It’s easy to understand why a province as colourful as Newfoundland and Labrador is home to so many artists. There’s inspiration everywhere you turn. For local artist Jon White, it was a family trip to Twillingate in the summer of 2018 that inspired him to get creative. After an outing to a…
Hoping to be declared the burger king or queen at the next backyard BBQ? Here’s a recipe that will have your guests flipping over your skills! Sweet & Spicy Chicken Burger with Waffle Bun 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless 4 Belgian waffles, lightly toasted Lettuce Dredge: 1 cup flour 1/2 cup cornmeal 1 tsp chili flakes 1…
Wendy Rose talks with Justin Fancy about his new album, Sure Beats a Good Time Hailing from Conception Bay South, NL, it’s hard to know whether to call Justin Fancy a townie or a bayman, based on his proximity to the province’s capital city. There’s one title that Fancy holds without any debate: award-winning yet still-rising star…
By Mariah Pardy Tragedies happen every day, but when one strikes a small town, everyone feels it. On February 3, 2003, a dark cloud of grief rolled in and covered the small fishing town of Musgrave Harbour. It was the day that families lost their brother, father, grandpa, husband, friend, and so much more than…
By Holly Costello When spring finally arrives, everyone gets the urge for a fresh new look. And these days of social isolation, being stuck at home makes that more important than ever. Here are some easy ideas to help you achieve that without having to leave the house. Clean, organize, declutterThere’s nothing like a spring…
By Ed Seaward “I don’t do plaid jackets and rubber boots.” Words from Marie Sharpe on her life-long approach to costume design for Newfoundland theatre, television and film. Marie’s approach reflects her perception of the variety of Newfoundland and Labrador culture and how that culture should be portrayed, beyond the clichés and stereotypes – a…
