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For Debbie Stirling, the first breakthrough in losing nearly 100 pounds was a 15-minute conversation with a box of Timbits.

PAM GRANT DINING OUT Address: 4512 West Saanich Rd. Tel.: 250-727-3444 Hours: Open daily from 11 a.m. Major credit cards and Interac accepted. Wheelchair accessible.

The Early Music Society of the Islands takes an admirably liberal view, chronologically and stylistically, of what constitutes "early music," and often champions repertoire under-represented even in early-music circles.

Now the real work begins - maintaining their new healthy lifestyles

Lentil Soup with Grilled Italian Sausage, Parmesan and Balsamic Vinegar This hearty soup can be a main course when served with slices of warm, crusty bread.

Often-neglected pulses provide protein to vegetarians

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Believe it or not I鈥檝e come to LOVE the spin bike. Yep, I actually look forward to my 鈥渟pinning鈥� day. The first few weeks I would tentatively climb on the bike, not knowing how I was going to make out.

Pulled Pork Chili It's best to make this sumptuous chili over two days. The first day, make the pulled pork and put it in the refrigerator with the sauce you cooked it in. The next day you can easily remove the solidified fat on the sauce.

IN CONCERT What: Vox Humana: Passion and Resurrection, conducted by Brian Wismath When/where: Friday, 7: 30 p.m., St. Andrew's Cathedral (740 View St.); Sunday, 3 p.m., Church of St. John the Divine (1611 Quadra St.