A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

Welcome to Issue six of Stately Magazine. I hope that you are all enjoying the summer. You will already have seen that our cover is slightly different this edition in that we have a breathtaking image (credit Michael Holzhey) of one of the views from the Chateau Okanagan to accompany the feature on this outstanding property.

‘Wellness’ is a prominent theme within this issue with notable contributions from; Amy Nicole Cohen of Chic Retreat, a Q&A from Marissa Dennis and our newest contributor Lydia Rees.

In the travel portion of this issue we find ourselves in the Maldives, a destination synonymous with the idea of rest and relaxation in the most luxurious setting. If you prefer the idea of taking to the skies and are in need of a specific, perfectly tailored travel experience then our Sky Luxe feature will certainly be for you.

If your focus is centred around your retirement and the protection and enhancement of the legacy that you leave for your families then look no further than our pieces on tax planning and asset protection contributed by MacMillan Estate Planning as well as our introduction to boutique law firm, The Strongroom LLP.

We are delighted to showcase the exquisite Albertan restaurant, Flores and Pine, a venue for all occasions that uses locally sourced ingredients as part of its chef crafted menu.

Our celebrity journalist, Angela Sara West, has been extremely busy speaking to the formidable Mel B (of Spice Girls fame) who talks about her latest swimwear venture with her daughter as well as the significant reason behind her “no airbrushing” stance. Angela has also taken on the prestigious Silver Screen Ball before sitting down for a powerful conversation with a true warrior, Donia Youssef, whose story will soon be portrayed by a major A-Lister on the big screen.

Our regular Stately Kitchen feature pulls on the alfresco dining theme, albeit with a Greek twist, and features some bright and fresh ideas. if your kitchen (or any other part of your home) is in need of a freshen up at this time of year then look no further than our favourite interior stylist, Hannah Thomas, who offers up her style guide for your outdoor spaces.

Sometimes I have to pinch myself when I think about how many issues of Stately have now been produced and how the magazine continues to evolve, going from strength to strength with each new edition. There is some really exciting material in the pipeline for our upcoming editions - more interviews with global personalities and content provided from some truly wonderful people and businesses. If you would like to be a part of it I would love to hear from you.

I will look forward to seeing you all again when the season changes. I hope you love this edition as much as I have loved curating it.

Emma