Prairies North Magazine Winter 2016 Back Issue

Mothers of the Prairie
by LIONEL HUGHES
The generation of women that made Saskatchewan
settlement possible is fondly remembered by their
daughters.
22 Our Winter
photography by TERRY GRAHAM & IAN MCGREGOR
Snow, cold, and pure light combine to create the
most fabulous conditions for amazing photographs
of our snowy landscapes.
30 After the Fire
by MIRIAM KÖRNER
The wildfires that ravaged Saskatchewan’s north in
2015 spoiled cherished places but couldn’t destroy
the relationship northerners have with their home.
D E P A R T M E N T S
9 | history
ATHOL MURRAY’S LITERARY TREASURES
by RUTH BITNER
Beyond his passion for building famed Notre Dame hockey players,
Father Athol Murray had a passion for ancient classic books. His
remarkable collection remains in Wilcox for others to marvel.
15 | Saskatchewan fare
RUSSIAN FRUIT TARTS
by LIONEL HUGHES
A survivor of Russian culinary tradition and the harsh Saskatchewan
winter, fruit tarts bring a bit of summer flavour to the cold season.
37 | arts experience
EAT, PAINT, LOVE... AND BEER
by CHRISTALEE FROESE
Paint Nite has taken Regina by storm! It is a unique opportunity for
couples to combine art, food, and creativity in one great night out on
the town.
41 | ultra-local food
CAFÉ TERRA INVITES US TO PLAY WITH OUR FOOD
by LIONEL HUGHES
Playing with your food is absolutely on the menu at this most unique
cafe in southwest Saskatchewan’s Eastend.