Product of Newfoundland
This is a blog about Newfoundland: The strange truths, tall tales & pop culture of a foggy island.
Stories
Love, Dreams and Armpit Apples
Mar Falten! That means it’s Valentine’s Day in Newfoundland! Beware people with apples — check out these old Newfoundland love spells and charms to find out why.
A Candlemas Day Rhyme to Bear in Mind
Candlemas is upon us! Throw your cod-oil lamps and candles away. Find the nearest bear — she may have good news!
Robbie Burns’ Newfoundland, in Black and White
Newfoundland dogs — small talk for your next Robbie Burns night thanks to Sir Edwin Landseer.
St. John’s to Labrador: A Dog’s Journey
The story of the Labrador retriever starts on the rocky coast of Newfoundland where a hard working fisherman’s dog travelled the Atlantic to win the heart of an English aristocrat.
The Curious Customs of Old Christmas Day
From superstitions to magic, Old Christmas Day (January 6th) in Newfoundland comes with a set of strange customs and beliefs.
That Time Cabot Tower Exploded
1918 went out with a bang in St. John’s — Cabot Tower exploded.
Weird Newfoundland Christmas Traditions
Tibb’s Eve and mummers? Sure. What about playing for Christmas cake and choosing champion of the bay. There are many strange Newfoundland Christmas customs.
