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Acting natural: Organic beef is a hit at his restaurant in Primrose, says James Nicolau, left. The meat comes from Carl and Susie Cosack's ranch.
Acting natural: Organic beef is a hit at his restaurant in Primrose, says James Nicolau, left. The meat comes from Carl and Susie Cosack's ranch.

Acting natural: Organic beef is a hit at his restaurant in Primrose, says James Nicolau, left. The meat comes from Carl and Susie Cosack's ranch.

Date1/31/1990
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James McKean of Port Pickering Marina saved the 1915 dredge Primrose (above) and wants to turn it into a floating restaurant like the sketch, right.
James McKean of Port Pickering Marina saved the 1915 dredge Primrose (above) and wants to turn it into a floating restaurant like the sketch, right.
9/1/1992
Bear meat: George Benda, owner of Carlsbad Restaurant, says more and more of his customers are trying out this indigenous entree.
Bear meat: George Benda, owner of Carlsbad Restaurant, says more and more of his customers are trying out this indigenous entree.
7/9/1982
His beef: Michael Davidson of the Kensington Patty Palace holds a stack of what he has known all his life as patties - but which authorities now have told him are meat pies.
His beef: Michael Davidson of the Kensington Patty Palace holds a stack of what he has known all his life as patties - but which authorities now have told him are meat pies.
2/15/1985
The look of vulnerability from guitarist Dave Nicol comes with his openness before the public in conversation and in song, says Star writer Bruce Kirkland. Nicol is working on second album
The look of vulnerability from guitarist Dave Nicol comes with his openness before the public in conversation and in song, says Star writer Bruce Kirkland. Nicol is working on second album
9/12/1974
Support ban: Rev. Harold Moddle of Alderwood United Church says his opposition to strip clubs comes from having conducted three funerals for young men(...)
Support ban: Rev. Harold Moddle of Alderwood United Church says his opposition to strip clubs comes from having conducted three funerals for young men(...)
4/29/1982
Country fare: Chefs Brad Long, left, of 360 Revolving Restaurant, Southern Accent's Elena Embrioni and John Baby of Cafe' La Gaffe whip up organic delights this weekend
Country fare: Chefs Brad Long, left, of 360 Revolving Restaurant, Southern Accent's Elena Embrioni and John Baby of Cafe' La Gaffe whip up organic delights this weekend
8/29/1995
Allan Clark, says rebound at Chateau comes from its success in keeping new ideas flowing and fresh merchandise sitting out on the shelves. It now makes 50 per cent of what it sells.
Allan Clark, says rebound at Chateau comes from its success in keeping new ideas flowing and fresh merchandise sitting out on the shelves. It now makes 50 per cent of what it sells.
10/19/1990
Tickling the ivories? There's nothing organic about this organist but his playing isn't too bad, says Steve Simpson
Tickling the ivories? There's nothing organic about this organist but his playing isn't too bad, says Steve Simpson
5/30/1983
Moment of Truth comes for house wine at restaurant in Royal York Hotel as Baron Roy Andries de Groot tastes it. Verdict: Not great, but good value. Famed blind gourmet, accompanied by seeing eye dog, Atena, is here for gastronomic festival. He rates city one of two or three greatest eating places.
Moment of Truth comes for house wine at restaurant in Royal York Hotel as Baron Roy Andries de Groot tastes it. Verdict: Not great, but good value. Famed blind gourmet, accompanied by seeing eye dog, Atena, is here for gastronomic festival. He rates city one of two or three greatest eating places.
9/12/1978
Green thumb: Leaves are a valuable resource that should be recycled in the garden, says Peter McQueen, president of the Canadian Organic Growers
Green thumb: Leaves are a valuable resource that should be recycled in the garden, says Peter McQueen, president of the Canadian Organic Growers
10/1/1980
A star is born: Ivan Neville proved at the Forum last night that he's his own man when it comes to style, reviewer Brian Gorman says
A star is born: Ivan Neville proved at the Forum last night that he's his own man when it comes to style, reviewer Brian Gorman says
5/21/1991
Sailor-businessman Frank Dye (left) knows the ropes when it comes to boats. He and his wife Margaret are in Toronto to talk about some of their adventures. At centre is Don Davis, Wayfarer Sailboat Association president.
Sailor-businessman Frank Dye (left) knows the ropes when it comes to boats. He and his wife Margaret are in Toronto to talk about some of their adventures. At centre is Don Davis, Wayfarer Sailboat Association president.
1/1/1972