Let me introduce myself: I'm Janet Davis, an artist and entrepreneur living and working on the North side of Bonavista Bay, on the island of Newfoundland in Eastern Canada. There are many challenges to running a business here in a small rural community, and there are many wonderful benefits too. This blog is where I share some of those challenges and triumphs, and share what it's like to live in this part of the world.
This year marks a different Christmas here at home with lots of family members & friends missing from our usual festivities. But we’re all healthy, safe, and happy. And I’m very happy that none of us are alone. Because really, love is all we need, right?
Who knew that being a part of a Christmas Parade could be so much fun? Waving at people for a couple of hours and yelling “merry Christmas” out the window of the FJ Cruiser made us feel so ridiculously happy!
Good morning! Just a couple of days left for shopping- I can hardly believe the date!
I’ll be in the studio getting some things ready for Christmas (around 11am-6pm NT) and would love to hear from you!
I’ll be filling online orders, taking telephone and email orders, and greeting in-person shoppers.
On Friday night, with school work done an the Captain home from the sea, we had our Christmas Tree Party at home.
I’m not much of a cook, and I’m pretty contrary when spoken to while cooking, but I have to say that I was really pleased with my work this time! Guinness stew on mashed potatoes with a side of broccoli…
After supper came time to decorate the tree. Our tree decorations are a mixture of old, new, and hand-made. And the tinsel is the finishing glimmer.
Later, Fred asked a round of Christmas Trivia questions, and then we put together a set of gingerbread houses…
This is one of my favourite Christmas events of the year! What do you do with your family that feels special each year?
Central Perk: after-hours at Norton’s Cove is back for Christmas!
Get together with your FRIENDS and enjoy special Christmas treats made by Amanda along with Duke’s famous nachos! Janet is making eggnog this year, along with the usual drinks menu.
NEW TIME: 7pm to 11pm
Merry Christmas from Norton’s Cove!
My bucket list check CD is here! Get yours for $20. The collection of holiday tunes makes a lovely Christmas gift while supporting artists and the #shopsmall #shoplocal movements too!
We have developed ( and by we, I mean Ted, the Kitchen Magician) a set menu for private events and Christmas parties from now until the end of the year. For a set price of $40 per person, you will have these options for your three course meal including tea/coffee. We will still have all of our regular drink menu available at extra cost.
Appetizer Choices
Mushroom Vol au Vent
Puffed pastry bowl filled with a medley of mushrooms in cream and cheese sauce
Soup
Vegetarian or hearty options available
Loaded Potato
Potato skins filled with a mixture of mashed potato & cheese, or potato & salt cod
Main Course Choices
Stuffed Chicken with Cranberry or Apple Cheese Stuffing, served with creamy mashed potato and sautéed vegetables.
Pork Schnitzel with dill cream sauce, served with creamy mashed potato and sautéed vegetables.
Chick Pea Curry served with Basmati rice and naan bread as a delicious vegetarian option.
Dessert Choices
Chocolate Raspberry Mousse
Gingerbread OR Pear Ginger Cake with Rum Butter sauce
Eggnog Cheesecake
Tiramisu
Remember that we can always adjust recipes to fit gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan diets.
If your mouth is watering like mine is, give me a call at 709.536.2533 or send an email to book your Christmas party or get together (minimum 12 guests).
New stock has just arrived from the Dark Tickle Company in gorgeous Griquet, on the Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland. They make great stocking stuffers. Bundled up, they make wonderful gift bags! For the person who has everything!
The View from Norton's Cove 