Tarragon Pesto

Victoria, British Columbia

Tara's background is mixed:  she grew up in the Comox Valley with parents who had a huge garden, drank whole milk from the farm up the road, raised chickens, and canned everything. She then spent just under a year living in France where she cooked for her host family and gained a greater appreciation for small food markets, simple but flavorful meals, and the merits of breaking bread together. The French love affair with food, drink and friends has left a lasting impression.

Tara has always loved cooking for friends and seeking out different flavours. Serving and bartending in various restaurants on Vancouver Island has given her a sense of the culinary landscape in our corner of the West Coast. Appreciating that no great meal can stand alone, Tara is a fan of wines, spirits and the art of mixology- and likes to seek out those in town who do it best.

Tara's BSc in Biology and Environment has translated to a keen interest in the link between farm and fork. She believes passionately in the purveyance of local and sustainable foods and how they relate to our cultural history.

Tara currently works in the field of marketing enjoys volunteering with various community and environmental groups.