The largest of B.C.’s Southern Gulf Islands (which were among the New York Times’ top destinations for 2016), Salt Spring Island has gained a reputation for its natural beauty, fresh produce and world-famous Saturday market. store locationsThis is a true family business: three generations of the Quiring family have been making natural bath products by hand on Salt Spring Island for nearly 40 years. Rose, lavender and grapefruit are just a few of the “flavours” you’ll find, but the Rosemary Mint Wash is a local favourite that can be spotted sitting beside many a Salt Spring sink. Taste: Delicate Pacific Ocean saltNatural Fleur de SelHand-harvested sea saltBy: Salt Spring Sea SaltPrice: $12.75Available at: saltspringseasalt.comWith some of the world’s cleanest seawater on their doorstep, Salt Spring Sea Salt founders Philippe Marill and Carolyn Kvajic were inspired to share their salty surroundings. Wear: Coastal eco-conscious clothesLittle Fox Cosmos THand-printed garmentsBy: ThrivePrice: $30Available at: thrivelifestyle.caA homegrown clothing company that understands what West Coast parents want, Thrive’s Little Fox collection consists of cool eco-friendly tops and bottoms hand printed on Salt Spring Island.

Source: thestar June 01, 2017 15:00 UTC