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welcome to braestone. Braestone is an award winning country estate community located in the heart of the Horseshoe Valley. Inspired by the farmhouses, barns, and sheds of the Oro-Medonte region, Braestone’s homesteads are an authentic reflection of refined country living with four seasons of outdoor activities at its doorstep. Hiking, skating, apple picking and maple sugar tapping are just a few of the many remarkable activities homeowners will experience living here.

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This is Oro-Medonte’s last master-planned estate community. A choice selection

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Orangetheory is a red-hot powerhouse fitness studio with over 400 locations in the U.S.A. and now 39 in Canada. Barrie opened its first location downtown last year and it has quickly grown to become one of the waterfront’s premiere fitness hotspots. Heart rate-based interval training in a group-based environment What sets Orangetheory Fitness apart from other big box gyms is its heart rate-based interval training that uses cutting-edge technology. Designed by an OT Physiologist as the complete and perfect workout, each one-hour class covers

cardio, strength, toning and stretching exercises. Cutting-edge technology Members wear heart rate monitors during the routines and their vitals are displayed on TV screens so that the trainer and the member can adjust the intensity of their efforts as they exercise. One-Hour Interval Training Workouts are all predesigned and led by a group trainer who moves members from activity to activity throughout the studio. “Routines are compatible with people of all fitness levels,” explains owner Sean Hollingsworth. From those with significant weight and health challenges

Brand new facility located in Downtown Barrie.

all the way up to high performance triathletes. “Everyone does the same workout, but each person works at their own level. It’s all choreographed for you, all laid out for you. You just show up for an hour.” Included in your membership if you choose are one on one sessions with our Head Trainer who can focus on seasonal action plans to fine tune your nutrition goals, or work on any exercise techniques that they may need help with. We run rowing and TRX suspension workshops throughout the year as well. The professional Coaches are there to modify any exercises that a member may have difficulty with during any normal workout as well.

Personal Workout Stations Each member has their own station with top quality equipment including water resistant rowers for anaerobic training, low impact treadmills, free weights, TRX suspension straps, Boso balls, ab rollers and medicine balls. No waiting for equipment, ever! “You aren’t ever fighting over equipment or waiting in line as you would at a regular gym,” explains Hollingsworth. Those lag times can work against your fitness goals, lowering your heart rate as you wait your turn. Studio mood lighting creates fitnessfocused dynamics The studio holds 24 participants at a time and offers unique muted lighting that creates the mood and dynamics of the overall experience. No time to loiter or check text messages in here. Everyone is focused on their own training and their personal data displayed on the screen. “Beginners avoid gyms because they’re intimidating. Here, no one is wandering around, texting or looking at anyone else. They are all focused on their heart rate statistics. We have members who have lost over 40 pounds in a relatively short period of time,” says Hollingsworth. How Orangetheory Works Each member’s optimum heart rate is individually calculated for age, weight and gender. The prime heart rate they are aiming for during their workout will land in what’s called The Orange Zone.

As workouts progress members watch their heart rates rise and fall in real time onscreen. Starting out in the resting gray zone, the member trains through 5 interval heart zones ultimately reaching the coveted orange zone, where calories really start burning! Every minute the heart rate lingers in the Orange Zone extra metabolic benefits are achieved. Like continued calorie burning for up to 36 hours after the workout is done. To help measure a member’s total time in the Orange Zone during each workout, each minute in the zone is a SPLAT POINT.

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Orangetheory’s regular Challenge Events are also part of the motivating force. “Peak performance challenges are run throughout the year to keep it fresh,” says Hollingsworth. The eight day ‘Hell Week’ challenge in October pushed members to the max and the internal Dri-Triathlon during the summer was a huge success. Orangetheory also runs in-house one month marathons that track overall mileage, and a six-week weight loss challenge (with cash prizes up to $500.) Last year’s winner lost just under 50 pounds in the six weeks! Premium studio service “We care about our members,” assures Hollingsworth, who owns the studio with his wife, Catherine Marsot. “We provide a premium customer service, on a first name basis.”

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“Orangetheory is the place where you come in for an hour, shut off your brain and reconnect with your body. Once you enter the studio everyone is focused on the same goal. People have created deep friendships. They have a community here.”

Barrie’s Premium Fitness Studio Daily, weekly and monthly SPLAT POINTS are automatically delivered to members’ smartphones or email accounts to keep track of fitness progress and of course, for pure bragging rights. “You want to be better than yesterday,” says Sean Hollingsworth. “We see how people come in emotionally and physically not in the best shape of their life and this becomes the best one hour of their day. We watch them change over time for the better, see them reach their fitness goals.”

Helen demonstrates water rowing on Orangetheory’s state of the art machines.

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Open seven days a week Orangetheory Fitness offers up to 50 classes, seven days a week. CALL NOW for a full FREE WEEK’S TRIAL: (705) 302-0492 or Email: orangetheoryfitness.com Orangetheory Fitness 15 Maple Avenue, Unit 2, Barrie, ON, L4N 2N6 (705) 302-0492

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FOOD & DRink

liVinG well News, tips and fun facts

112 in tHe cROwD The Over the Rainbow Gala

114 like a lOcal Canada Day Air Show

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luXuRY bY tHe baY A waterfront location and exquisite design creates the perfect executive retreat

tHe Real DiRt On ecO-GaRDeninG How to kick up the green factor in your garden this year

On taP I.P. Eh! A look at the hop-lover’s favourite style

tRanSPORt YOuRSelF

StellaR cabeRnetS For now and years from now

FOOt lOOSe Get your toes into tip-top shape for the summer

Photo by Mike Guilbault Photography

Science fuels a passion for the natural at this Barrie company

PlaYFul PaleRMO This chic Buenos Aires district should be on your travel list

tRaVel SMaRtS How to navigate connecting flights

SaVOuRinG Ste. anne'S Take a short drive to really change gears at this resort spa

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Visit a Greek Island by way of a few delicious dishes

Bringing the best of Sin City to Simcoe homes

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in tHe kitcHen witH... Cakes By Design

an aRtFul celebRatiOn The Bayside Artists commemorate Canada’s 150th

100 Feat OF claY What’s behind pottery’s resurgence?

104 tHe unVaRniSHeD tRutH Mary Lucky’s pared-down life and in-the-moment photography

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Regional General Manager Simcoe - York - Muskoka Shaun Sauve General Manager Simcoe Elise Allain

Let’s celebrate canada! It’s Canada’s 150th birthday and we here at GoodLife couldn’t be prouder! We’re showing that pride, starting with our beautiful celebratory cover. To learn more about Jennifer Mayrl of Cakes by Design, the baker/artist behind that show-stopping cake, turn to page 51 (and see below). If you’ve ever attended any of the City of Barrie’s Canada Day events, then you’ve seen her delicious handiwork before. But, lucky us, this time Mayrl is also sharing a few recipes of her tasty Canadian treats to enhance your own celebrations. Other artists are also happy to share their talents. On page 104, take in the untouched beauty of Mary Lucky’s photography and learn what it is that keeps her vision — and lifestyle — simple and pure. On page 98, see what can result when local artists join forces to create a one-of-a-kind Canadian work of art to commemorate the country’s 150th. Thinking of exploring your own artistic side? Consider pottery — along with a growing number of clay enthusiasts. Starting on page 100, writer Dawn Ritchie looks at what’s behind the resurgence in taking the wheel. No issue would be complete without a peek inside some of the area’s gorgeous homes. Turn to page 34 and take in a residence with a serious lake view and stunning interior. And don’t miss seeing what a little Vegas inspiration can do here in Simcoe. The fun starts on page 25. Finally, however you plan to spend July 1 this year, we at GoodLife wish you a very happy Canada Day! Jacqueline Kovacs

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You wouldn’t be the first to admire the handiwork of Jennifer Mayrl and her team at Barrie’s Cakes by Design. The secret behind Mayrl’s success? A genuine passion for baking. As she told writer Katherine Elphick, the love affair began when she was in high school: “I got a part-time job at a custom cake shop in Richmond Hill. I was hired to stock shelves, but almost instantly I was hooked on cake decorating.” To see more of her delicious work, go to wedding-cake-birthday.com.

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WHAT’S BEHIND POTTERY’S GROWING RESURGENCE? By Dawn ritchie | Photos By MiKe Guilbault

mug has to do more than hold coffee these days. It must have a personal story, be handcrafted and locally made. Yes, pottery is experiencing a renaissance, and the millennial disruptors are driving the movement. Ceramics studios have sprung up from Toronto to haliburton, with Groupons for classes selling out faster than concert tickets. There was even a BBC reality show on the phenomenon, The Great British Pottery Throw Down, in which a rather fetching group of contestants fought for the crown of Top Potter, including hunky winner Ryan Barrett, whose resumé lists “male model” as his day job.

Throwing pots — the term for shaping ceramics on a spinning wheel — is downright sexy, sensual, slippery and satisfying. Classes in pottery surged in popularity in the ’90s after Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore revealed how erotic mucking around with clay could be in the movie Ghost. But the demand for lessons ebbed in the decade that followed. That is, until fairly recently, when a pushback against cheap, mass-produced wares took hold and the Maker Revolution was born. This return to the earth and handmade objects has much to do with the new appreciation of imperfection. It’s an aesthetic the Japanese call wabi-sabi, a celebration of natural processes, asymmetrical flaws and objects

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feature | Pottery

Ken Loverock (above) says people like Crystal Vivian and Teddy Cowell (above right) feel a deep sense of achievement in the creative process.

created through the inexact workings of hands. The upshot is that pottery is having its moment, and designer boutiques can’t get enough of it. “Taking a pottery class is something people tend to have on their bucket list,” says potter Ken Loverock of Fergusonvale Pottery and Crafts in Phelpston. “You take a box of clay and turn it into functional, useful items.” Loverock operates one of the few studios in Simcoe County and reports a substantial uptick in students for his popular six-week classes. “We have a waiting list now,” he says. “You have to book early, because the small class sizes sell out fast.” Suppliers, like the Pottery House in Oakville and Tucker’s Pottery Supplies in Richmond Hill, also find business booming. Frank Tucker has noticed significant growth in the hobbyist area, especially in the past five years. “Our customer base used to be education facilities and professionals,” he says, “but now retiring boomers are looking for something to 102 | GoodLife Barrie Edition May June 2017

Yes, pottery is experiencing a renaissance and it’s millennial disruptors who are driving the movement do and we’re having a lot of younger people coming in, people in their teens and 20s.” Two of Fergusonvale Pottery’s students, Crystal Vivian and Teddy Cowell, enrolled in class for their weekly date nights. “We were looking for other date-night alternatives, instead of going to the movies,” Vivian says. “We just wanted to get out, learn a new skill, and bond and grow together.” As new parents, the couple also wanted to steer clear of the bar scene. “Drinking and the hangover the next day — not good,” says Cowell, who

has discovered he has a talent for turning out small urns. “He's working on a gravy boat next,” Vivian adds, laughing. The couple loved the experience so much they’ve been encouraging their friends to try it. Loverock’s pottery studio/store houses three kilns, six potter’s wheels and multiple hand-building workstations. The place has been pumping out stoneware since the ’80s, shortly after Loverock graduated from the ceramics and glass design arts program at Georgian College.

“For professionals, it’s a tough way to make a living,” Loverock says, thankful that his shop has the advantage of being on the route to cottage country. “People know us because of that.” But social media is beginning to change that narrative. Loverock’s son recently set up an Instagram account for the shop, and no sooner did he post a photo of a product that he informed his father he had to box it up to ship to a customer. “People who buy pottery want handmade stuff,” Loverock says. “Our kilns fire at such high temperatures, we don’t need lead. There are so many safe glazes out there now. People want clean items to eat off.” And worries about lead and toxins in products coming from overseas have helped fuel safety concerns. There’s also a deep sense of achievement in the creative process. “When students come back to pick up their pieces after they’ve been fired, they can’t believe how great they look,” Loverock says. “I always hear, ‘Holy cow, I didn’t think it would look that good!’”

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GOODLIFE DINING GUIDE RESTAURANTS - FOOD - ENTERTAINMENT GOODLIFE TOWN & COUNTRY STEAKHOUSE Located in the heart of downtown Barrie, the Town and Country Steakhouse has continued to bring a traditional steakhouse experience to residents and visitors for over 40 years. From a delicious range of appetizers to our hand selected steaks and seafood or our famous Chateaubriand cooked tableside pared with a complementing wine, we have something to please every diner. We can accommodate private functions or meetings with WIFI and direct internet access including easily accessible free on-site parking. 76 Dunlop St. W. Barrie | 705.726.5241 | www.townandcountrysteakhouse.com

TARA AUTHENTIC INDIAN CUISINE Delighted to be considered Barrie’s finest, Chef Brothers Yar and Nur Mohammad have committed 25 years tantalizing the palates of their customers. Their culinary prowess makes Tara a most unique “palatal experience. Open seven days-a-week the alluring aroma will bring you in. $16.99 Lunch Buffet available for $10.99.

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Barnstormer Brewing Co. is Barrie’s Original Brewpub. At the core of its operation is a smallbatch microbrewery that is pumping out some of the finest all-natural, unfiltered craft ale in the province. The latest news is Flight Delay IPA is now available on LCBO and Beer Store shelves and joining the spotlight late this winter will be their 400 Blonde and Billy Bishop Brown Ale. The on-site restaurant boasts an equally ambitious selection of naturally crafted recipes that pair well with the premium beer their patrons have come to expect. Artisan pizza made from spent-grains in the brewery add depth to every dough and propel this aviation-themed wonder to new heights. With nightly events that expel beer unto the masses and a bottle shop that stays open well beyond the operating hours of The Beer Store, we expect great things in the future by Barnstormer Brewing Co. Welcome, everyone, aboard a new class of beer.

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GOODLIFE DINING GUIDE RESTAURANTS - FOOD - ENTERTAINMENT GOODLIFE CORDINO’S FINE MEATS & DELI

The original Cordino’s Fine Meats and Deli has MOVED to their NEW location at 170 Prince William Way at the corner of Maple view! Michael and Nancy are thrilled to provide you with the same great family recipes made from scratch that you’ve grown to trust and love from Cordino’s! They continue to be inspired by old world charm and believe in delivering local, sustainable and premium fresh food! Offering SMOKED BBQ delights daily, catering and modern meat cutting practices that are cut in-house with a commitment to quality and freshness for your family’s table! All of their products are prepared with quality and freshness and old fashion service. A Certified Chef is on site daily, with over 20 years of culinary experience! Cordino’s Fine Meats & Deli - 170 Prince William Way, Barrie | 705.252.5365

HOMESTEAD ARTIAN BAKERY + CAFE Homestead Artisan Bakery and Cafe specializes in artisan sourdough breads and baked goods, crafted by hand in small batches. We source ingredients from local suppliers and base our menu on seasonal availability of local products. We are open bright and early every day for your morning coffee; our custom house blend was created for us by Creemore Coffee Company. Our lunch menu includes fresh deli-style sandwiches, seasonal soups, salads and fresh baguette with flavoured butters and seasonal preserves. A sweet selection of classics done right will be baked fresh daily; cookies, croissants, scones and squares. Now offering a variety of fresh baked pies from Craft Pie Co.

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HOOLIGANS Our mantra: Eat. Drink. Cheer. Our mission: Every guest leaves excited for their next visit. Enjoy a casual dinner of wings, burgers, entrée salads, steaks and other dishes representing a more flexible style of eating…all while drinking your favourite beer or cocktail and watching the day’s biggest sporting event on the largest screen north of Toronto. Our rooftop patio provides an unobstructed view of Kempenfelt Bay. For those special events Hooligans can easily accommodate for up to 100 guests. 66 Dunlop St. E. | 705-503-8833 | www.hooligansrestaurant.ca

DANNY’S FISH AND CHIPS We make the extra effort to hand-cut our chips and fillet our fish daily! Our Fresh Alaskan Halibut and chips is hand sliced fresh, just minutes before it reaches your plate. Our English style fish and chips are made from an old secret recipe (thinly battered) and passed down through generations and served alongside our famous home-cut fries. Just one bite and you’ll be hooked! We don‘t just claim to be the best, we prove it through honest workmanship and genuine caring. Voted “Your Favourite Fish & Chip Restaurant” in Barrie and celebrating 40 years this September!

411 Huronia Road, Barrie | 705-721-8998

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IL BUCO RISTORANTE Old world charm meets great tasting cuisine! Spectacular view of the lake!! Relax and enjoy fine Italian Cuisine with a casual attitude. Enjoy vintage wine from our carefully selected wine list. Appetizers, Desserts, Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood, Steak, Tapas/small plates and Vegetarian. 31 Dunlop Street East, Downtown Barrie | 705.735.9595

PAINTERS HALL

Barrie‘s best kept secret! Behind an unassuming doorway on Clapperton Street, just up from the five points in downtown Barrie, those in the know gather throughout the week at a little gem named Painters Hall Bistro. A long hallway showcasing many of Barrie‘s best artists affords two options. Candlelight mellows the refined rustic front dining room while the back lounge buzzes, offering a fantastic small plate menu and terrific wines by the glass or bottle from an unpretentious, approachable wine list. Stop by “The Hall” you will be glad you did, and so will we!

17 Clapperton St, | 705.797.8844 | | www.PaintersHall.ca

SOUPHERB SOUPS Are you a “SoupSnob”? At Soupherb Soups, we LOVE food. We take soup recipes that have been shared in our family for generations and use only the freshest ingredients, creating soups that blend traditional recipes with flavours from a multitude of cultural inspirations. We cater to people with food sensitivities (ie: gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan, low sodium) but never sacrifice on taste! Soup is a staple food, as a meal or a side dish and something we take seriously! Soupherb Soups is a convenient and delicious solution for dinner or a quick lunch on-the-go!

130 Saunders Rd., Barrie | 705.309.0729 | www.soupherb.ca

WELCOME THE KENZINGTON BURGER BAR

The KBB offers the finest fare for all burger lovers in Simcoe County! For the last 5 years we’ve been cranking out some of the most creative, mouthwatering burgers this side of Toronto. Whether you’re in for the live music, or just looking for the best burger you’ve ever eaten in your life, KBB has all our ducks in a row to satisfy your most intimate culinary desires!

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in the crowd | Over the Rainbow Gala

O v e r th e R a i n b o w G a l a Murder by the Books in support of Rainbows for All Children Canada was held April 1 at Tangle Creek Golf and Country Club in Thornton. Guests enjoyed a dinner and helped to solve a murder with the help of some famous sleuths — including Sherlock Holmes!

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Sue-Ellen Morrison and Dave “Don Corleone” Morrison

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Cassandra and Samantha Savoia Cathy Gorecki and Helen Prokopchuk

Dan and Teresa Tambeau, back, with Michelle and Wayne Kobylnik

John and Debbie Elvish (left) with Joanne and Wayne Dorsey

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Dianne Seguin and Ray Scott Gary and Debra Meger with Brian and Nicole Galbraith

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Gianpaolo Caporiccio, Sam Capone and Alessia Bondi

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Beverley Thompson and Errol Hempel

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Canadian Penny Leaf Necklace: Pick your penny’s year based on your own special day and wear a piece of dual history. $67, citrussilver.com

“Happiness Is…Canada” T-shirt: Select yours from a variety of colours and logos from a company founded by 95-year-old Second World War vet Gordon Carton. $39, happinessisinc.ca

Eternity Scarf: This silk scarf by Barrie artist Deb Grise evokes Canada’s natural beauty and is based on her painting End of October. $55, debgriseart.jimdo.com

Enamel Pins: Go for the Canada flag, “True North Strong and Free,” the moose — or all three! Just a few of the fun creations by Toronto’s Carolyn Draws. $10 each, carolyndraws.com

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Pioneer Style at Your Table Fans of the Food Network Canada have watched Ree Drummond of The Pioneer Woman serve up hearty comfort creations for hungry ranchers. Now, fans can enjoy home-cooked meals on their own piece of pioneer cooking with Drummond’s signature dishes line offered at Walmart Canada. From a vintage dinner set to a flea market rolling pin, The Pioneer Woman collection includes 200 items, ranging from $5 for single pieces to $100 for a 10-piece cooking set. walmart.ca — Rachel Naud

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The average amount Canadians planned to spend on home renos in 2016. Landscaping, including decks and patios, was a focus for 42 per cent of us looking to soak up as much summer as possible.

Day Spa Delivery For most of us, enjoying a sauna happens away from home, at a spa or health club. But now thanks to Gregory Wolfson, owner of Casa de Sauna, you can have a sauna experience delivered right to your home. “I was exposed to sauna culture all my life,” says Latvia-born Wolfson, who has lived in Canada for 25 years. “It’s huge in western and northern Europe.” Benefits of quality sauna time include relaxation, improved circulation and relief for aching joints. Whether you want to heat up a fabulous backyard party or craft a romantic setting for two, this mobile sauna company delivers, taking care of everything from setting up and firewood accessories to towels, hats and even an outdoor shower. Saunas seat eight people and rent for $199 per day, with multiple-day packages available. casadesauna.com — R.N.

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Want to add a pop of colour and sophistication to your outdoor living space? This Charivari bench from Fermob (fermob.com) is a great way to refine any space with its sleek urban design. Designed by Juliette Liberman for her final graduation piece from École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, the bench was originally made from wood. The new metal incarnation maintains Liberman’s goal of a light appearance with a feeling of constant motion. The shade is close to Pantone’s Colour of the Year, Greenery, which would mesh well with the earthy tones of summer. $7,593.05, yliving.com — R.N.

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living well | Food & Drink

Try It! RHUBARB

Its co-starring role with strawberries in the muchloved pie aside, there are myriad reasons to love this stalky beauty. Case in point: One cup of rhubarb a day can significantly lower your risk of developing heart-related diseases and dementia, minimize stress, lower blood pressure and slow cartilage deterioration. The best way to boost your intake? Beyond eating it raw (dipped in honey or sugar, of course!) and including it in traditional favourites like strawberry-rhubarb crumbles, pies and cakes, try this: Cut stalks into small pieces and bake at 450°F for 10 minutes before adding to a greens-and-goat-cheese salad, or make a bowl of chilled rhubarb soup for a sweet-and-sour treat! — Liz Bruckner

Drink in SPRING Nothing says warmer days are here quite like sipping that first cold drink on your patio, balcony or porch. Toast the season with a refreshing frozen lemonade with cocnut rum! Here’s how: • Place 4-6 cups of ice into a blender. • Add one 6-ounce can of frozen, concentrated lemonade. • Add ½ cup of coconut rum. • Blend until the drink has a slushy consistency, garnish as you wish and enjoy!

Getting FLAX? Maybe you’re familiar with the benefits of flaxseed oil. One of its omega-3 fatty acids, alphalinolenic acid, is thought to reduce the risk of high cholesterol and heart disease. It’s also associated with brain development, memory improvement, a stronger immune system, smooth skin and shiny hair. But because flaxseed oil also has a low smoke point, it’s been a tricky superfood to cook with. Until now. BG Health Group recently launched Alligga Flaxseed Cooking Oil, an all-natural, coldpressed oil with 60 per cent omega-3 content and a 485°F smoke point, making it perfect for sautéeing, roasting, stir-frying and baking — all with a healthier twist. See bghealthgroup.com/ products/alligga.

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Raise a Chef Looking to nip picky eating in the bud? Encourage your little chefs to get their hands sticky in the kitchen. Studies show involving kids in meal prep and cooking makes them more likely to try new foods, and it also helps foster smart nutritional decision-making. Plus, it’s a ton of fun! To get started, check out White Hat Kitchen in Barrie. It offers hands-on, educational cooking and baking programs for kids ages six and up, as well as summer and PA day camps, birthday party programs and more. See whitehatkitchen.ca. — L.B.

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living well | Health

Shake Off Cravings

Boost your smoothie with whey

The type of protein you eat at breakfast can impact weight loss, according to a study from Tel Aviv University. It found that whey, which is a by-product of cheese production and found in many dairy products, was more effective at controlling blood sugar than other sources of protein such as eggs, soy or tuna. In an article in the Independent, Dr. Daniela Jakubowicz, professor of medicine at Tel Aviv university, said that the whey protein diet significantly suppresses the hunger hormone ghrelin. So, power up that morning smoothie to feel fuller longer. — Rachel Naud

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Want to catch some extra zzzs? Try sleeping outdoors. A report from the University of Colorado Boulder found that a short weekend trip to the woods is enough to reset our circadian clocks. The increased exposure to natural sunlight in the great outdoors increases melatonin levels, the hormone associated with sleep and wake cycles. — R.N.

Brain Boost For a healthy, strong body, you have to challenge yourself. And it seems the same applies to the brain, according to a study published in JAMA Neurology. The findings indicate that adults aged 70 and older who engaged in mentally stimulating activities had a decreased risk of developing mild cognitive impairment, the middle stage between a healthy brain and dementia. How do you challenge your brain? It’s as easy as learning a new activity or craft, and by staying socially active and involved in your community. The trick is finding something that interests, engages and challenges your mind. — R.N.

Take a BITE out of aging You may associate collagen with fighting wrinkles, but did you know this body-produced protein is also found in hair, nails, bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons? As we age, though, our natural production of this protein slows and collagen fibres become prone to breakage, resulting in wrinkles, aching joints, and ligament and tendon injuries. But now there’s a tasty way to fight back. NeoCell Beauty Bursts not only deliver collagen, but also moisturizing hyaluronic acid and reinforcing vitamin C, all in a chocolate-mint- or fruitpunch-flavoured chew. $19.99, NeoCell.com.

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Stopover: The Azores On your way to Europe this summer? Consider a pit stop halfway there. The nine islands that make up the archipelago of the Azores used to be one of Europe’s best-kept secrets. Lush and green, despite being made up of 1,766 volcanoes, this autonomous region within the Portuguese state has made great gains since the 1970s, when it was still a relatively poor fishing outpost. Island life teems with opportunities for visitors to sail, dive, deep-sea fish and explore more than 120 geotourism sights — everything from volcanic caves and ravines to hot springs. The whale-watching is phenomenal, as the Azores is one of the world’s largest whale sanctuaries. The best time to go is August and September, when the rain is down and both the air and ocean temperatures are high. Check out flights to Ponta Delgada via SATA airlines at sata.pt. — Doug Wallace

Flight Plan For the best value, book flights these many days in advance: • 57 - domestic • 77 - caribbean • 90 - Americas • 140 - Europe • 160 - Asia

Gadget: the humancharger Travellers, athletes, business people and regular folk alike can now “bio-hack” their way out of jet lag. The world’s first bright-light headset sends UV-free white light to receptors in your brain, helping you maintain the natural rhythm of your body clock. Cuts jet lag in half. About $300, amazon.ca — D.W.

TURNDOWN: The Gran Hotel manzana Kempinski La Habana Talk of Cuba continues to swirl among travel industry insiders, much of it about how prominently the U.S. will feature in the future of the island’s tourism. Wonderful, then, to hear about more solid plans: the forthcoming opening of a Kempinski hotel this summer in the UNESCO-designated Manzana de Gómez building in the heart of Old Havana. Built in 1910, the heritage property was Cuba’s first European-style shopping arcade. The 246 rooms and suites are kitted out with a refreshing modern-traditional design. Throw in lavish original architectural flourishes and vaulted ceilings, and you’ve practically got a movie set. Three restaurants, a rooftop terrace and swimming pool with sweeping views of Old Town, and a spa by Switzerland’s resense luxe up the luxury even more. The cigar lounge is a no-brainer. Visit kempinski.com/en/havana/gran-hotel-kempinski-la-habana. — D.W.

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When warmer days finally arrive, and you want nothing more than to be out enjoying them, don’t you wish your lawn could just cut itself? Newsflash: It can. Meet the Automower, the first robotic lawn mower, capable of working around the clock, day in and day out. Think of it as a Roomba for lawns. Launched by Husqvarna in 1995, the quiet, battery-operated Automower continuously cuts grass within boundaries you decide, and can handle small, simple lawns or large, complex properties — with no harmful exhaust emissions. There’s even an app so you can track the Automower wherever you are. And when its battery is low, it automatically returns to its charging station. Ranging from 18 to 25 pounds, the Automower comes in two sizes: the 315, for up to 1/3 acre, and the 450X, for up to 1¼ acres. Pricing starts at $2,199.99. For more information, go to husqvarna.ca.

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Vegas Style How this couple brings the best of Sin City to homes in Simcoe by Dawn Ritchie

hat happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas, especially when Ryan and Katie Randell make their quarterly trips to Sin City in search of design inspiration for their various building projects. “We’re always on the lookout for new ideas,” says Ryan of Copper Creek Contractors. “We notice the colours will hit there first. Their trends in wallcoverings and lighting are always ahead of the style game.” The Randells stroll the famous Strip, inspecting restaurants, businesses and galleries, drinking in the distinct architecture and

decor. Then they sit and discuss five different things that sparked their interest. These are the concepts they will carry home and incorporate into their custom builds, which includes the work done on their own dazzling home in Springwater. Katie brings the interior-design eye to their projects while her husband tackles the structural and mechanical aspects of the construction. “We’re a great team,” Ryan says. “We buy the land and start with an idea, plug in the number and size of the rooms, rooflines, and the look and all of the features we want on the inside.”

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The kitchen is lit by day with the natural sunlight flooding through the French doors. At night, ceiling, under-cabinet and pendant lighting do the trick.

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Barrie’s Best Kept Secret

“Waffled, cathedral or barrelled ceilings are a must. And 10-foot ceilings on the main floor are mandatory”

EMBRACING CEILING STYLES One detail that Las Vegas designers do best is ceiling treatments, and the Randells have embraced this effect. “Waffled, cathedral or barrelled ceilings are a must,” Ryan says. “And 10-foot ceilings on the main floor are mandatory with eight-foot doors. We use a lot of trim work. And I put a bathroom with every bedroom because I can. As a plumber, cost-wise it makes sense.” The couple has completed five houses to date and are about to start their next property in Snow Valley Highlands. “We started our first in 2003,” says Ryan, who put together his team with top tradespeople he befriended on the job. “I work in the trades as a plumber and gas fitter, and when you do enough of these, you see the whole building process start to finish and you learn quickly who the good guys are.” The coastal look of their own four-bedroom home was achieved with grey and blue hues, rounded porthole windows and nautical rope accents. For the exterior, a timeless older Georgian style was their choice, with an Arriscraft brick facing and precast architectural mouldings around windows. “Those cost a fortune,” Ryan says of the Paragon Wall Finishings, but they deliver a gravitas that the Randells admired in estate buildings. Sam Spataro was the mason for this project and also installed the Eldorado stone on the wood-burning fireplace in the great room. “He’s probably one of the best I’ve dealt with mason-wise,” Ryan says.

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The wood-burning fireplace not only provides an inviting focal point in the main floor great room, with its 20-foot ceiling, it also beautifully divides the space. On the other side is the couples’ cozy Muskoka room — their main hangout.

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Invited to a wedding? Maybe more than one? You’ve got your work cut out for you. Is it Indoor or outdoor? Formal or casual? Local or destination? The theatre room features plush recliners. To further maximize movie viewing, Ryan painted the ceiling a dark matte finish to eliminate glare.

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TWO WAYS IN One unique feature the Randells put in all of their custom-build homes is double entry points to every floor. “There are two staircases, one on each side of the house,” Ryan notes. In the event of fire or danger, a second exit could be life-saving. But there’s also another reason. “You could split this house down the middle and have two houses. Very useful when you have guests — or teenagers.” Mark Taylor of Cornerstones Residential Design was the architect for the Randells’ home. Special permission was sought to have the residence sunk lower than the other homes on the street. “We wanted to create the backyard oasis,” Ryan explains. “All the other houses on the street had to be set higher, but we wanted an estate look to our home, with a winding driveway.” The generous home has 4,334 square feet of luxurious interior finished space with additional pockets of unfinished “hidden space,” including 800 square feet in the heated garage, where Ryan installed trusses. “Just lay down plywood and you have another room,” he says. The couple didn’t bother finishing the basement level, however, because in their experience, most people don’t really enjoy below-grade living. “You’re more likely to use a room if it’s upstairs,” Ryan says. So, the second level not only houses children’s bedrooms, but also recreational facilities.

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To up the Vegas factor, the couple chose blingy chandelier to hang from a waffled bedroom ceiling.

FUN AND GAMES A theatre room with plush recliners is located just off the second back staircase, atop one of the home’s 3½ garages. Ryan painted the ceiling a dark matte finish to eliminate glare for movie viewing. The theatre has its own powder room and a roughed-in wet bar for a future snack concession. “It’s quite a distance from the two upper bedrooms for noise control,” he says. “We have surround sound with state-ofthe-art Elac speakers.” The games room is at the opposite end of the second floor. Nine-foot coffered ceilings clad in wood create dimension, and a Juliet balcony overlooks the great room below. The Randells added a walkout from this room as well that leads to a spacious rooftop sun patio. “Everything was strategically placed and thought out, room by room, to take advantage of daylight and sunsets,” Ryan says. Because the extra rooms on the upper level are devoted to fun, the guest room was slipped into the den on the main floor. Ryan built a hidden Murphy bed into cabinetry using top-of-the-line Richelieu hardware.

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home | House Tour MAstErFuL dEsiGn The airy master bedroom is also on the main level. A blingy chandelier hangs from a waffled ceiling here, adding more Vegas flair, and a private walkout to the pool plus six-seater Jacuzzi hot tub provides opportunities for leisurely night caps. The ensuite is open and roomy, with semi-polished marble tile, stand-alone soaker tub, separate shower and walk-in closet — and two access points in. A wood-burning Heatilator fireplace on the main floor divides the great room, with its soaring 20-foot ceiling, from the cozier Muskoka room, which tends to be the Randells’ main hang out. Steps away, the stunning kitchen, designed by Elke Bradford of Designers Plus, is lit in the day with the natural sunlight flooding through the four French doors that lead to the patio. At night, ceiling pot lights, under-counter lighting and the glistening glass pendants that hang over the Cambria Berwyn quartz-topped island and counters keep things bright. Outside, the backyard oasis, with its 20-by40-foot pool, beckons. A covered cabana has a Sheer Descent waterfall flowing from its brickwork. The Randells chose to install a gas fireplace in the cabana instead of wood burning for convenience. A fire pit for evening campfires was built deeper in the bush. “It’s an entertainer’s dream,” Ryan says. “When I can look at the house and see how unique it is compared to the others on the street, then I can lean back a little bit. It’s the distinctive finishes we use that set us apart from any other builder.” 45 Black Creek Trail is listed with Royal LePage First Contact Realty, The Faris Team, Brokerage. For more information, please contact The Faris Team at 1-888-444-9533, or visit www.faristeam.ca .

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Outside the pool and covered cabana, with gas fireplace, beckon, and a private walkout to the pool plus six-seater Jacuzzi hot tub provides opportunities for leisurely night caps.

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Luxury by the Bay

A waterfront location coupled with exquisite design results in the perfect executive retreat by Dawn Ritchie | Photography by Mike Guilbault

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hen it comes to location, location, location, the Barrie Terrace waterfront retreat of Mark and Cathy Porter has it all. Nestled high on a hill above Kempenfelt Bay, secreted within a stand of oak trees, the 6,000-square-foot home, designed by Barrie architect Ian Malcolm, benefits immeasurably from glistening views of Lake Simcoe, quiet neighbours and easy access to Barrie’s boutique shopping and cultural activities. Wooden stairs cascade down the steep incline from their armour stone patio to 82 feet of frontage on Lake Simcoe. The shoreline is shallow enough for swimming and offers a seasonal dock for boat access.

To the right of the family room, the harvest dining table can host up to 10 dinner guests, but the main floor is spacious enough to increase that number exponentially. The gourmet kitchen, with tumbled-stone backsplash and mosaic inlay above the Wolf range, is at the heart of the main floor.

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In the summer, there’s boating, jet skiing and swimming; in the winter, snowmobiling, ice fishing and lake skating. “It’s the perfect neighbourhood if you have animals,” Cathy says. “Everyone’s out walking dogs on the paths. It’s so peaceful, your little piece of paradise.” Inside the residence, a marriage of whitepainted wood and expansive windows maximizes the plentiful sunlight. It’s one of the main reasons the Porters purchased the property. Each autumn, they close up their immense 13-bathroom Victorian woodlands home in Shanty Bay to escape here to sun-drenched, mood-brightening rooms. The gourmet kitchen, with tumbled-stone backsplash and mosaic inlay above the double Wolf range, is at the heart of the main floor. Granite countertops stretch around the room, and a centre island with prep sink and four multicoloured pendant lights make cooking a pleasure. The custom cabinetry in creamy white, with exposed hinges and glass uppers, was handcrafted by the former owner, Bram Keeping, who did much of the stunning trim work and wainscoting. “Cabinetmaking was his hobby,” Cathy explains. “He spent hours and hours, did all the panelling. A lot of love was put into this house.” Near the kitchen, a cozy sitting area is the place where the family kicks back during meal prep, enjoying views of the lake. To the right of the family room, a harvest dining table (Pottery Barn) accommodates up to 10 dinner guests, but the main floor is spacious enough to increase that number exponentially. “You can put a massive table the width of the whole level,” Cathy says. “It’s a great entertaining home.” Three separate double French doors with leaded windows offer walkouts to the pergolacovered deck from both the family and dining

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The second level is houses three bedooms.The master includes a Juliet balcony and five-piece marble ensuite, with a frameless-glass tiled spa shower and jet tub. The largest of the three bedrooms is their teenagers’ room, with sloped ceilings and streams of sunlight flooding in from all angles. 40 | GoodLife Barrie Edition May June 2017

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Hints of the nautical are found throughout the home, in keeping with the lovely location.

Mark and Cathy, who own multiple properties from Markham to Florida, brought in many of their existing furnishings and found everything fit just right. The massive white sectional (Pottery Barn) in the great room makes this space an inviting spot for a good read or afternoon catnap. The second level is devoted to three bedrooms, with a second laundry room included for convenience. The master includes a Juliet balcony and five-piece marble ensuite, with a frameless-glass tiled spa shower and deep jet tub. The lake view is delivered through a porthole window — a pleasing architectural detail. The largest of the three bedrooms is their teenagers’ room, with sloped ceilings and streams of light flooding in from windows at all angles. It currently holds two single beds and supplies plenty of dance floor space, but once the teens are out of the nest, the space will likely find a whole new life as a sprawling artist’s studio. There is an additional bedroom on the lower recreational level as well as a casual lounge area, with coffered ceilings, pot lights, panelled walls, a fireplace and a theatre-sized flat-screen TV. The recreation room also leads to yet another sunken destination down a set of six stairs. It is the quiet room, the perfect spot to cool off in the winter after a dip in the nearby hot tub. In warmer seasons, the walkouts from the spa provide direct access to the stone patio. Here, perennial gardens, a thicket of oaks and bird feeders deliver a resort vibe. Says Cathy: “You feel like you are in Muskoka.” 7 Barrie Terrace is currently listed with Eleanor Faulds of Keller Williams.

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Eco-Gardening Kick up the green factor in your garden this year with our roundup of earth-friendly tips and tricks BY anDRew HinD

Flawless flowerbeds without a hint of pest damage, and lawns of pristine green even at the height of summer used to be a source of immense pride for gardeners. Today, however, many of the best and most knowledgeable gardeners know this picture-perfect image is actually not the ideal, because it can only be accomplished through practices that are at odds with the health of the planet â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including heavy watering, and using chemical pesticides and herbicides.

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home | Garden Pick your plants Knowing and accepting what will work in your garden’s conditions is half the battle. Delicate, exotic plants that require special pampering shouldn’t make it past your garden gate, at least not in any large number. “People typically plant by colour, but I think they should plant by drinking habit,” says Debra Lidstone, landscape designer and installer at Barrie Botanix. “Grouping droughttolerant plants together and thirsty plants together elsewhere makes better use of water and leads to better results. People put far too much thought into colour and less thought into the habits and needs of a plant.” Gabrielle Polman, indoor live goods supervisor for Bradford Greenhouses in Barrie, agrees. “It’s important to select plants for your hardiness zone, as well as for the sun and soil conditions. Otherwise, you’re liable to end up with weak plants, which are prone to disease

the pros recommend native plants, cultivars bred for hardiness, as well as droughttolerant plants such as sedum, and hens and chicks (left).

and pests,” she explains. “Spacing is important as well. A garden that is too crowded fosters disease, so you’re just asking for trouble.” Instead, Polman recommends native plants, as they are adapted to the region, or cultivars specifically bred for hardiness. She also points to drought-tolerant plants, such as hens and chicks, sedum and some grasses, which require little maintenance. control your pests Those who garden will have their share of clashes with critters. It’s inevitable: a garden will be home to everything from slugs to insects to rodents. But don’t race out for that pesticide spray, Lidstone cautions. “I think people need to adjust their mindset when it comes to pests. We should be looking for diversity, not a surgical-type garden, and pests are a part of a balanced garden ecosystem. Keep in mind that bad insects are food for the insects we think of as good insects,” she says. Lidstone reminds us that it’s okay for there to be holes or spots on leaves, and asks us to consider: “We love butterflies and plant flowers that attract them, and yet people don’t stop to think that butterflies begin as caterpillars that eat leaves. Not every bad bug needs to be removed; we need to establish an acceptable threshold and maintain a healthy balance.”

ENCOURAGE WILDLIFE A balanced garden ecosystem reduces the amount of work you have to do and increases your success, so it’s a good idea to encourage insects, birds and other wildlife. Among the best to encourage are pollinators, such as butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Many flowers, flowering shrubs and fruit trees require help to bloom. “Butterflies, bees and hummingbirds prefer simple, open blooms that allow easy access to nectar, and prefer old-fashioned varieties over modern hybrids (breeding hybrids creates gorgeous flowers, but usually less nectar). Indigenous varieties are ideal, as insects and plants have evolved together,” explains Newmarket’s Murray Ogilvie, who has planted a pollinator

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garden and rears hundreds of the increasingly rare monarch butterfly each year. “Provide a selection of both annual and perennial plants — ideally those with long bloom periods — for blooms from spring to fall, so that your garden provides nectar and pollen sources throughout the season.” Ogilvie also recommends including a source of water so butterflies can hydrate. Many people shudder at the idea of bats flittering about overhead, but they are extremely beneficial and gardeners are encouraged to include bat boxes in their yards to provide habitat

for these increasingly threatened mammals. According to Christina Davies, wildlife research scientist, species at risk, for Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, “Bats will eat several times their own weight in insects every single night. It’s estimated that pesticide use by the agricultural industry is halved thanks to bats, so you can imagine the benefit they have in one’s yard. They also make the yard more comfortable at night by reducing the number of mosquitoes.” She also advises that bats “are also completely harmless, myths aside.”

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Create healthy soil Healthy soil is the foundation upon which a successful garden rests. “Always amend your soil when planting,” Polman says. “Manure and compost are great, because they assist in water and nutrient retention, and add nutrients to the soil. Sandy soil is difficult to grow in, as it won’t retain moisture or nutrients, so you’ll need to add triple mix.” Adding organic material is incredibly beneficial. That’s why many gardeners have a compost bin in their yard to transform kitchen and yard waste into nutrient-rich material. Bonus: You divert material from landfills while benefiting your garden. “Soil is like humans in that it tends to revert back to old habits, so you need to amend soil on a yearly basis for best results,” Polman says. “If you do, you’ll water, weed and spray for pests less often, because the plants will be healthy.”

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In many cases, troublesome insects can be hand-plucked, washed away with water or deterred by companion planting. Companion planting is an age-old practice in which a certain plant is grown near another to ward off an offending insect. Zinnias, for example, are often planted near cauliflower, because they attract ladybugs that help protect the vegetable from pests. Entire books have been written on the subject, and it truly does work.

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Debra Lidstone is bothered whenever she sees water misuse — like when people water their lawns. “People should bear in mind that when the lawn is brown and crispy in the height of the summer, it’s supposed to be,” Lidstone, a landscape designer and installer at Barrie Botanix, explains. “That’s how it protects itself: shutting down the top growth to preserve the valuable roots.” If you must water, aim for early in the morning, around five or six, when the grass will use the water efficiently. “When you water at night, it sits on the ground, promoting disease,” she says, “whereas during the day, a lot of the water will simply evaporate.” Finally, instead of watering for a few minutes every day, it’s better to water very thoroughly (an inch or so of water) once or

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A lot of people have some cash squirreled away for a rainy day. That’s probably a pretty smart thing to do; you never know when you’ll need a little cash. The problem I see with that plan is that inflation will slowly erode the buying power of that cash. We recently experienced just this effect at Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers. A client of ours came in and purchased a nice pair of diamond earrings for his wife. He paid for the purchase with a $1000.00 bill his father gave him literally 4 decades earlier. His father left it to him with the instructions to, “buy something special with it”. The diamond earrings purchased for his wife certainly qualified as special but what if he just bought some gold

and left it alone for the same 40 years. $1000.00 CAD back in 1977 would have purchased around 7 ounces of gold that today are worth over $11500.00. We’ll never tell you gold is the best investment you can make but it has historically protected people against the effects of inflation compared to holding on to your cash. Perhaps everyone should hold on to a little gold for a rainy day. You can easily convert your gold to cash when the time comes along. At Bill LeBoeuf Jewellers we usually have a few ounces available for purchase. Pure gold is available tax free, no provincial or federal tax is applied to the purchase. The government deems the purchase of bullion as a financial transaction not subject to sales tax. These coins are available for just the value of gold they contain plus 4% (6% with credit card purchase) and no tax. Up to the second gold pricing in most major world currencies can be seen at www.kitco.com Stock #e10177-10186.” WITH EXPERIENCE, COMES EXPERTISE Bill LeBoeuf Jewellers has a unique experience in buying, trading and selling estate jewellery. We have hundreds of previously owned items such as: diamond rings, gold coins, bracelets, earrings, pendants etc. Call or visit our store if there is a particular item you are looking for.

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food & drink Fresh Outlook Slap on the sunscreen, get your small bills ready and grab your reusable bags — it’s farmers’ market season! They’re the spots to hit for local, seasonal and super-fresh fruits and vegetables. You can taste the difference, says Robert Chorney, executive director of Farmers’ Markets Ontario. “Fruits and vegetables are harvested fresh from the farm and sold directly to the consumer at the market within a few days.” Contrast that with store-bought produce, which is typically picked a week to 10 days before it lands on shelves.

Taste is just one benefit, of course. Farmers’ markets put money into the local economy, have a reduced carbon footprint and give you an opportunity to chat with the folks who grow your food. And along with featuring the best that Mother Nature has to offer, the markets offer an abundance of other goodies — everything from honey and preserves to baked goods and meats, and more. Find out more online at theaurorafarmersmarket.com and newmarketfarmersmarket. com. – Leslee Mason

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anada Day preparations start early at Barrie’s Cakes By Design. “We literally start planning the next Canada Day on July 2,” says Jennifer Mayrl, owner of the 13-year-old specialty cake shop. The celebratory cakes take three days to bake, weigh almost 300 pounds and need about four people to transport them over to the event to set them up, Mayrl explains, adding that each cake feeds 500 to 600 people. “Now, that’s a lot of cake.” Over the past nine years, the massive Canuck creations have evolved from eight-foot-long slab cakes decorated with Canadian flags to over-the-top edible works of art. “The designs started getting really creative about seven years ago, when local MPP Patrick Brown was bit by the Cake Boss bug — since then, we’ve gone to town in the creative department,” Mayrl says. Past cakes have included Canadian coins,

hockey jerseys, a map of Canada decorated with icons representing each province, and cake flowerpots filled with handmade provincial flowers. It’s a tall order, considering the sweet shop churns out between 60 and 100 artistic custom cakes a week. “People come to us to have a little fun,” Mayrl says. And Cakes By Design’s creative range is vast. Apart from a bustling wedding cake business, special occasion confections include anything from apple-shaped cakes to zebra-striped cupcakes. So, when it came to creating a special cake for Good Life’s special Canada 150 cover, it seemed only natural to approach Mayrl. We’re sure you’ll agree, the result is stunning. Beyond patriotic cake talk, we also spoke with the local baker about her sweet business and asked her to share recipes for Canadianthemed treats. GoodLifeMagazine.ca | 51

in the kitchen | Cakes By Design What led you down the custom cake path? When I was in high school, I got a parttime job at a custom cake shop in Richmond hill. I was hired to stock shelves, but almost instantly I was hooked on cake decorating. I worked there for about 10 years, right through university [where she studied kinesiology] and beyond. I learned everything on-site, and knew I wanted to do this for a living. We [Mayrl and her silent partner, Michelle Doo] opened Cakes By Design 13 years ago. What are the latest trends in cakes? We’ve been doing a ton of gender-reveal cakes. When a couple is having a baby, they bring in the ultrasound that indicates the gender in an envelope and we make the inside of the cake blue or pink. The cake is enjoyed at celebrations with friends and family, and that’s how everyone finds out whether the baby is a boy or a girl. Other trends include naked cakes — where the icing gets scraped off and the cakes are decorated with fruit and flowers. What are some of your craziest commissions? We recently did a birthday cake for a plumber. It was a roll of toilet paper with “holy crap, it’s your birthday” written on it. We also do lots of hip bone-shaped cakes to celebrate replacement surgery and diaper-shaped ones for baby showers. What’s your cake-making philosophy? It’s twofold. I want every cake to taste as good as it looks. And second, we only make cakes that I would be proud to serve. Where do you find inspiration? Our customers inspire us! They will find something on social media, bring it in, and we will go from there. Other than that, we are constantly keeping on top of the latest trends. Beyond custom orders, what’s on oﬀer at the shop for walk-in customers? We always have cupcakes, ready-to-go cakes, plenty of decorated sugar cookies and more. Finally, what’s the sweetest part of working in the bakery business? We all smell like vanilla and cake all the time, so that’s pretty sweet! Cakes By Design 89 Toronto Street, Barrie (705) 739-6886, cakesbydesign.ca 52 | goodlife Barrie edition May June 2017

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Maple cupcaKeS with creaM cheeSe icinG (Courtesy of Cakes By Design) ingredients 3 cups

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Preheat oven to 325°F. Line two 12-cup cupcake pans with cupcake liners. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt. set aside. In a separate mixing bowl, cream butter and shortening together until silky smooth. Add maple syrup and mix until well combined. Add egg yolks and whole egg, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add half the flour mix and stir until just combined. scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add milk and mix until combined. Add remaining flour mix and stir until just combined.

Fill cupcake pans so that each cupcake liner is ¾ full. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until cupcakes are spongy. ICING: Using a mixer (preferably with paddle), cream together butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add icing sugar and beat until smooth. Frost cupcakes with icing and decorate as desired. Makes 24.

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It can be tough to top a classic recipe, but these tasty twists on this summery staple will add panache to any picnic or garden party. Follow our directions for Classic Devilled Eggs and then mix up half with one of our savoury variations rECIPES By JuLiE MiGuEL PhOTOGrAPhy By MiCHAEL rAo

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BLT-Style Devilled Eggs 12 12 6 4

classic devilled eggs Boston lettuce leaves, washed cherry tomatoes, halved strips cooked bacon, each cut into 6 shorter strips

Place 1 devilled egg on each lettuce leaf. Add half a cherry tomato followed by two bacon strips to each egg. Serve immediately, or cover and store in refrigerator for up to 2 days. Makes 12.

Classic Devilled Eggs 12 hard-cooked eggs, peeled 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper Pinch paprika (optional) Cut eggs in half lengthwise. Remove yolks and place in a medium-sized bowl. Set egg whites aside. Mash yolks with a fork, then stir in mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper. Spoon or pipe yolk mixture into egg white halves. Sprinkle paprika overtop, if desired. Serve immediately, or cover and store in refrigerator for up to 2 days. Makes 24.

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Dilly Pickle Devilled Eggs 12 1 tbsp 12

classic devilled eggs fresh dill, finely chopped small cocktail pickles

Sprinkle dill over devilled eggs, then top each with a cocktail pickle. Serve immediately, or cover and store in refrigerator for up to 2 days. Makes 12.

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I.P. Eh!

food | on tap

A LOOK AT THE HOP-LOVER’S FAVOURITE STYLE

feeling like stepping on to the hoppy side of the road? here are a few local ipas to get you started. By roBiN LEBLANC

ndia Pale Ales ... No other style flutters the heart of the devoted, craft-loving hophead more than a good IPA does. There are many varieties, such as the more malt-forward English IPA, the aggressively well-hopped American IPA and the extra punch of alcohol and hops in the Double IPA. And then there is the wide range of flavours brought on by the many varieties of hops: citrus, apricot, orange, pineapple, mango – all such flavours can be found in an IPA and for many breweries here in Ontario, the style offers a great chance to let their creativity shine. In recent years the IPA has become synonymous with craft beer, having in some cases replaced the regular pale ale as a new brewery’s debut beer. here in Muskoka, residents can’t help but express a bit of pride in Bracebridge’s own Muskoka Brewery kicking off Ontario’s love of hoppy IPAs

with Mad Tom. The beer, originally part of the “Cabin Fever” series of one-offs, was released in 2011 and very quickly became a year-round addition, beating the brewery’s famous cream ale as the best seller. It should be said, however, that while the IPA’s popularity may seem like a more new trend, its origins are anything but, going back to the height of the British empire in the 1700s. With many outposts stationed all over the world, and all demanding beer, India was a tricky one for the Brits to accommodate. The climate was too warm for brewing over there, so beer had to be sent over to India by boat. And so a special pale ale was brewed with additional alcohol and hops, both of which acted as preservatives to prevent spoilage for the long journey by sea. Feeling like stepping on to the hoppy side of the road? here are a few local IPAs to get you started.

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Robin LeBlanc is an award-winning Beer Writer and owner of thethirstywench.com. She is also the coauthor of The Ontario Craft Beer Guide, with a second edition hitting shelves on May 20th, 2017

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food | A taste of Greek

TRANSPORT YOURSELF Visit a Greek island... by way of a few delicious dishes rECIPES & PhOTOS By EMiLY BLACKMAN

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ith spring here and the snow in Muskoka finally melted away, it is a wonderful time to dream of the sun-drenched Aegean sea and Greek islands. What better way to transport you there than by preparing a few delicious Greek dishes such as moussaka and marinated olives? The eggplant in the moussaka really takes on the flavours of the spiced ground beef and adding ricotta helps lighten the texture of the dish. hummus such a great dish to prepare at home. You can add in your preferred spices and is super simple to make. Kali Orexi! (Enjoy your meal!)

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leMon anD Dill MarinateD oliVeS ingredients ¼ cup fresh lemon juice 1 tsp honey 1/3 cup olive oil 1 tbsp dill, chopped 1 tbsp parsley, chopped 2 tbsp red pepper, finely diced

Method In a bowl with a lid, combine the lemon juice, honey, olive oil, dill, parsley and salt and pepper. stir together until thoroughly mixed. stir in the olives and red pepper. Cover the bowl and set aside to marinate for at least an hour. (they will last in the fridge for at least a week.)

pinch of salt and pepper 1 cup black olives

SKillet MouSSaKa Serves 4

ingredients 1 eggplant, sliced into ¾” thick slices olive oil for drizzling and 2 tbsp for cooking 1 onion, diced 1 lb of ground beef 1 tbsp tomato paste 4 sprigs fresh oregano, stem removed 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp allspice 1 tsp honey salt and pepper 1 1/3 cups ricotta 2 tbsp flour 2 tbsp butter 1 ½ cups milk ¼ tsp nutmeg ½ tsp salt and pepper

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Method Place the eggplant on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper.

the mixture constantly, let it brown to a nice light tan to medium-brown tone. (this should take a few minutes.)

turn the oven to broil, put a rack in the top position and broil the eggplant for 4 mins a side, or until they have started to brown.

Add in the milk and stir to combine. switch to a whisk and stir while the milk comes to a boil – this will prevent lumps in your sauce. once the sauce begins to bubble and the texture is nice and thick, you can remove from the heat. this should will take about 10 mins.

3. Remove the eggplant from the oven and set aside. then preheat the oven to 350 F. heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat and add the olive oil. once the oil starts to shimmer, add in the onions and beef. once the beef is just cooked through, add the tomato paste, fresh oregano, cinnamon, allspice, honey and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for another 5 mins over medium-low heat until the mixture is fragrant and any excess water has evaporated. taste the mixture and add in any needed salt and pepper. take the mixture off the heat and set aside. to make the béchamel sauce, heat the butter and flour over medium heat in a small saucepan. stirring

Add in the past, pepper and nutmeg and stir to combine. Layer the eggplant slices over the meat and spread the ricotta over the eggplant. then pour the béchamel sauce over the ricotta and place in the top third of your oven. Bake for 30-40 mins. once the top is nicely browned, it is ready to serve.

SPICED HUMMUS INGREDIENTS 2 ½ cups dried chickpeas Water for soaking and cooking 2 tsp baking soda 2 tbsp salt 1 large onion, halved and peeled 12 cloves garlic, divided 4 bay leaves 1 ½ cups tahini 1 lemon, juice and zest ¼ tsp ground cardamom ½ tsp ground cumin Salt and pepper for seasoning Paprika Olive oil for garnish METHOD In a large mixing bowl, place the chickpeas and fill the bowl with water. Soak overnight, adding extra water if needed. In a large pot, place the drained chickpeas, baking soda, 2 tbsp salt, onion, 4 cloves of garlic and 4 bay leaves. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for at least an hour. The chickpeas need to be very soft to blend into a smooth purée. Drain the chickpeas, reserving the cooking liquid to add to the hummus later.

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At this stage, if you can remove as many of the skins off the chickpeas as possible, you will produce and much smoother hummus. Don’t worry if you miss some, they will still blend up pretty well. Place the chickpeas in the bowl of a food processor or blender and add tahini, the 4 cloves of cooked garlic, and 8 cloves of raw garlic. Add enough cooking liquid to reach the top of the beans and blend for 1 min or until nice and smooth. If the hummus is too thick, add more cooking liquid to loosen the mixture. Once you are happy with the texture, add in the lemon, cardamom, and cumin, then blend until mixed. Check the seasoning and add any extra salt and pepper to your taste.

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In another bowl whisk together the flour and baking powder. Then fold the dry ingredients into the wet and stir until just combined.

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Pour the batter into the cake pan and smooth the top. Place the cake in the middle rack of the oven and bake for 50 mins. The top will be golden brown and the cake set all the way through when done. While the cake is baking, mix together the 1/3 cup yogurt and the jam, then make the Earl Grey syrup. To make the syrup, place one cup of sugar and one cup of water in a small sauce pan and heat over high heat. Stir and once the sugar has dissolved, place the tea in the pot and heat for another 2 mins. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool in the fridge. Once the cake is finished, take the cake out of the oven and place it in the pan on a cooling rack for a few mins to cool. Using a dinner knife, run it between the edge of the cake pan and the cake to release it from the side of the pan. Cover the cake with a large plate and tip upside down to remove the cake from the pan. Flip the cake off the plate and onto the cooling rack, let cool to room temperature. While the cake is cooling, prick it with a fork all over. Then brush 4 tbsps of the cooled syrup over the cake. Using a fine mesh sieve, dust the cake with icing sugar while still on the cooling rack, then transfer to a cake plate and serve with the jam and yogurt sauce.

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food | Vintage selection

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Cabernets for now ... or years from now

By MiCHAEL PiNKuS

f you follow Ontario wines, the word “Cabernet” has a very different meaning for you than your American or Australian counterparts. In Ontario, Cabernet usually refers to Cabernet Franc, a grape whose worldwide claims to fame are: the red wines of the Loire Valley in France; the third grape of Bordeaux; and the fact it fathered (along with Sauvignon Blanc) the most famous Cabernet of all: Cabernet Sauvignon. The world over, except for here in Ontario, “Cabernet” means Cabernet Sauvignon. Yes, “Franc” gets used in places like the USA, Chile, Australia, Argentina and other New World countries – but just like in Bordeaux France it is used as a blending grape, something to add seasoning to other wines, much like salt and pepper does in cooking. On the world stage, Cabernet Franc has been eclipsed by its more approachable, more accessible and more

well-known son. Maybe one day Cab Franc will have its day in the sun and I’ll be recommending a wide selection being released for you through Vintages ... but that day is not today. Cabernet Sauvignon is popular the world over, and it is one of the most well-known red varieties around. California made its name on the back of Cabernet Sauvignon, the right bank of Bordeaux leans heavily on it, the Chileans and Argentineans use it liberally and Italy uses it to blend. however, in certain Tuscan wineries Cabernet Sauvignon is the backbone – the star – creating what are known as “Super Tuscan” wines. Some of the most expensive wines in the world are Cabernet Sauvignon-based and when it comes to pairing with steak Cab is king. So let’s take a look at some Cabernets you should be stocking up on; some for the cellar and some for right now.

Michael Pinkus is a multi-award winning wine writer, past-president of the Wine Writers’ Circle of Canada and creator of the Grape Guy Events App. You can follow him through his website: MichaelPinkusWineReview.com

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Heartland 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Australia ($19.95 LCBO#058099) A licorice and pepper-based Cabernet that also has cherry, vanilla, blackberry and spice – it’s pleasant and pretty and one you’ll probably want to drink often. (¬¬¬ ½+)

Concha y Toro 2014 Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon Chile ($19.95 LCBO#337238) Black fruit fills the mouth then adds mint and chocolate before giving into a cassis and mochaladen finish. I know this one can age a decade, so don’t feel you have to drink it right away. (¬¬¬¬)

Beringer 2013 Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon California ($34.95 LCBO#352583) There’s a certain subtlety and elegance here that shows a generosity of fruit without being over the top, plus it’s got a nice balance of spice and acidity to make it food-friendly and ageable another five to seven years. (¬¬¬¬)

Wines of Substance 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Washington ($27.95 LCBO#419770) Dark fruit flavours without being overwhelming, pleasantly plummy with hints of cassis, black cherry and vanilla on the finish with tannins that are soft and approachable. (¬¬¬¬)

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Catena 2014 Appellation Agrelo Cabernet Sauvignon Argentina ($22.95 LCBO#484303) I like the lightweight red and black berries with subtle spice that reign supreme here. This one does not beat you over the head and it’s as elegant as Cabernet gets. (¬¬¬¬)

Montes Alpha 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Chile ($19.95 LCBO#322586) This great value Cabernet might seem priced in line with all the rest but based on how it is made, with dry farming practices that produce smaller berries, the concentration is amazing; mint, blackberry, strawberry and chocolate – not as good as the 2012 but still a doozy. (¬¬¬ ½+)

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For those looking for gift ideas, Sigrid’s also stocks a number of German products like Marzipanbrote (almond bread), Mozart truffels, Niederegger and Schluckwerder. “Our shelves are lined with various specialty European items and treats. We invite you to join us in our lunch and tea room and treat yourself to a savoury soup and sandwich on our homemade bread and buns. Top it off with a European specialty coffee and authentic pastry that’s sure to please!” The bakery also sells various 100-per-cent peanut-free, gluten-free and dairy-free products, diabetic cookies and cheesecake, as well as gluten-free bread in plain, sunflower and raisin.

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Many shoppers have already discovered that Aboda Decor is the top decorator store in Simcoe County. At abodadecor.com you will find a long list of Canada’s top manufacturers of solid wood furniture, and top quality leather upholstery. Visit their Barrie south end location and you will be pleasantly surprised at their 10,000 square foot showroom. Aboda Decor has its own unique, spectacular mix of household furnishings for every room in your home. They have an extremely knowledgeable and friendly support staff who will help you find your personal taste. They will guide you through

their showroom which hosts many decorating styles such as traditional, transitional, modern, international style and mid-century modern. These selections seem almost endless with so many leather and fabric choices. They also offer a variety of solid woods and finishes. Their staff is there to help you custom decorate and offer an aggressive pricing strategy. Time with family and friends is well spent when you have a welcoming place to come home to. Aboda Decor strives to be the best source for decorating in the furniture business. With a dedication to customer service you will find shopping for furniture at Aboda Decor an affordable and enjoyable experience.

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Eye Cues Protect your peepers

Even if you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t squinting at small print or straining to see road signs, your eyes arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily in the clear. From myopia and hyperopia to amblyopia and astigmatism, vision issues are more common than sunglasses on A-listers. To keep your peepers in peak condition, you need an eye exam every two to three years for healthy adults under 40, and every two years for those between 40 and 60. Anyone over 60 should have an annual exam.

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health | Beauty Spot

Foot Loose

Get your toes into tip-top shape for sunshine-filled days and sultry summer nights By Andrea Karr

Summer is coming, so it’s time your feet come out of hibernation and go on full display. Think that means your salon bill has to skyrocket? While a professional pedicure is a luxurious treat, you can also achieve wonderful results at home, thanks to this step-by-step guide to the perfect pedicure courtesy of editorial nail artist Nargis Khan. Check out her handiwork on Instagram, @nailsfromnars.

Clip-N-File Clip your nails straight across. Don’t cut them too short; otherwise, you might encourage a nail to grow into the skin — known as an ingrown nail — rather than out and over. Also refrain from letting your nails grow beyond the end of your toe, which can cause irritation when wearing shoes. No matter the length of your toenails, try to avoid narrow, tight footwear, which can put unwanted pressure on your feet. Next, file your nails to smooth and shape them as necessary.

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Push Comes to Shove Use an orange wood stick or cuticle pusher to push back overgrown cuticles and clean underneath the edge of each nail, “especially around the corners of the big toe,” Khan says. “Clean outwards so you’re getting out all the gunk and dead skin instead of shoving it in, which could lead to an ingrown nail.” If you’ve cleaned out under your nails and you still have a bad ingrown toenail, put a tiny bit of cotton under the corner of the nail to relieve the pressure and help the nail grow out. Buff Stuff Give your nails a good buff to create a rough surface to which the polish can adhere. Also buff the cuticles and skin around the nails so that you have to trim as little skin as possible with cuticle nippers. “The rule is to nip anything that’s white and wavy or sticking up,” Khan says. “Make sure you don’t touch live tissue.”

Filing System Once you’re done grooming your nails and cuticles, file the bottoms of your feet — the heels in particular. Use a rougher grain first to remove excess dry skin, then file with a finer grain to smooth everything out. “Don’t over-file,” Khan says, “because you could worsen cracks or cause bleeding.” Scrub-A-Dub-Dub Rub away dead skin and rough surfaces with a sugar scrub, which will also help lotion to absorb more easily into the skin. Don’t forget to rub between your toes, around your nails and over your heels. Extra points if the scrub smells good enough to eat! Balm Dot Com The one area that most people forget to moisturize is their feet — but you can avoid cracked, dry heels if you consistently apply a rich balm or body butter. If you need a quick fix before donning open-toe shoes, rub

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Super Soaker First things first: Take a shower or soak your feet in warm water for up to 10 minutes. This will soften the skin to make pushing cuticles back and filing dry patches much easier. “Just don’t soak your feet for too long, because you don’t want them to be so flooded with water that you can’t tell the difference between dead and live skin,” Khan says.

n afternoon or evening at Canvas and Cabernet is as much about stopping, focusing and relaxing as it is a about music, fine wine and art. The trendy new concept provides a fun and unique night out in Barrie for those who are experienced artists and many who have never picked up a paintbrush.

cuticle oil into your heels and nails and they’ll look better in a snap.

Paint Job After placing separators between your toes, apply a base coat to protect the nails from yellowing, and then brush on two coats of colour and one layer of top coat to seal in your hard work. For a better-looking result, make sure that you hover your brush rather than dragging it over each nail. Also important: Use an appropriate amount of polish for the size of the nail — a baby toe, doesn’t need much! Toss any goopy or stringy polish. Waiting Game Let your pedi dry for a good hour, especially if you’re going to put shoes on. If you must go out when the polish isn’t 100 per cent dry, apply cuticle oil to each nail and wrap your toes in cling wrap to prevent smudging and denting.

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Squeaky Clean Before you even consider applying base coat, rub each nail with a cotton pad or ball soaked in nail polish remover. This step will remove lotion and oils from your nails, both of which would make your nails slick and compromise the longevity of your pedicure.

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health | Beauty Spot

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A Healthy Business HOW SCIENCE FUELS A PASSION FOR THE NATURAL AT THIS BARRIE COMPANY

By DAWN ritCHiE | PhOTOGrAPhy By MiKE GuiLBAuLt

ou know those ads where people eat probiotic-infused yogurt every day and suddenly their digestive issues are history? Joel Thuna, operations manager of the Barrie-based herbal manufacturer Pure-lē Natural, begs to differ. “The science has shown that probiotics require feeding,” explains Thuna, a trained herbalist and lecturer on the subject. “Lactobacillus acidophilus and Biﬁdobacterium biﬁdum are the two most researched probiotics, so we know they work. But you have to have enough of them — not just a little sprinkling found in some yogurts, but a high enough dose — and then you need the food to keep them alive.” To meet this requirement, Pure-lē Natural is the first in Canada to develop a probiotic capsule teeming with six billion active

cells and a fibre prebiotic food source. It is certified organic, vegan, kosher and pareve, which means the natural probiotic microbes weren’t grown in a dairy medium, but rather on rice, making the capsules shelf stable for storage without refrigeration. And then there’s the prebiotic part. According to Thuna, after you ingest a live probiotic, the microbes immediately look for food. They eat, quickly grow in number and can help aid digestion. But if there is no food, they die and leave the body. Adding to all of this, the prebiotic food must also be matched precisely to meet the needs of the probiotic species for the microbes to ﬂourish. You wouldn’t put regular unleaded fuel in a diesel engine, and the same goes for the prebiotic. Specific microbes need specific foods.

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Runs in the family

Thuna, whose hobby is reading clinical trials ( “I read eight to 10 a day”) is aided in his research by his medical librarian wife, Mindy, and a group of PhDs who assist with Pure-lē Natural’s ever-evolving formulations, but his passion for natural cures runs in the family, starting four generations ago. It all began with patriarch Max Thuna, who seized on herbalism in 1864 in Austria, before his son Jack brought his cutting-edge remedies to Canada in the early 1900s. Thuna Herbal Remedies quickly grew in popularity, and the family launched a chain of 25 stores across Canada. They were the first to bring Tiger Balm, tea tree oil and Korean ginseng to Canada. Since those early days, numerous arms of the company have blossomed from retail and wholesale operations to import divisions and online sales, all initiated by the grandfathers, brothers and Thuna cousins. Dr. Jack Thuna, son of Max, also founded one of North America’s first schools of herbal medicine, the Emerson College of Herbology, in Montreal. His ambition was to foster a new generation of trained herbalists to spread the knowledge about natural remedies and nutritional supplements. “The problem in the pharmaceutical industry,” Joel Thuna explains, “is that most pharmaceuticals for pain act like sledgehammers. People are willing to

Pure-lē Natural’s supplements range from vitamins and minerals to detoxes, extracts and more, but its top-selling products are the Prebiotic + Probiotics line; Fiberrific, a plantbased dietary fibre; and Liquid Greens, chock full of chlorophyll packed with phytonutrients and antioxidants. Find Pure-lē Natural products at most health food stores in Canada, at Sobeys, Rexall and Guardian Drugs, I.D.A., at all Loblaw banners and through Amazon.

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accept any side effect to get out of pain.” That is something Thuna says has always scared him. He cites American ads that beautifully portray the product, which is then followed by “two pages of contraindications. One medication for leaky bladder had a loss of control of your anus as a side effect — imagine.” Thuna says that’s a big concern of his. “So, what we try to do here is come up with solutions that don’t have a sledgehammer effect. They may be a slower process, but you don’t have to be scared of them.”

A do-no-harm philosophy Thuna reasons that, just as with pharmaceuticals, no remedy will work for everyone. “For between one and seven per cent of people, there is no remedy that will work. But ours won’t hurt them,” he says. “Our company’s philosophy is to try and help people with natural products and do no harm.” Today, Pure-lē Natural is looking to the future by revamping its 230 products with a move toward organics. The manufacturing facility, with its 15 local employees, has already been officially delegated USDA Certified Organic and Kosher status. “We’re launching a new product every eight weeks for the next three to four years,” Thuna says. “That’s our goal. We’re hoping to have several hundred in the certified organic product line.” The greatest stumbling block has been

finding high-quality ingredients to fill their orders on a long-term basis. Also on the agenda: building relationships with certified organic farmers who are committed to producing superior crops. “It’s all part of creating a healthy planet,” Thuna says. “Industrial farming has depleted the land for three to four generations.” The solution, he believes, lies in part in reverting to doing stuff by hand, weeding, trimming and getting a feel for what the soil needs. “I look at this for my own kid,” Thuna says. “If I have a choice between giving him something that’s been treated or giving him something cleaner or purer, I’d go with cleaner or purer. When I started in the business, 25 per cent of the population was obese or diabetic. Now it’s over 60 per cent. In 25 years, that’s a huge shift.“ Thuna equates much of that increase to the declining nutritional values that come through processed foods. “We cook from scratch at our house,” he says. “My nine-year-old son has never had fast food in his life. If you’ve tasted what you think is a really amazing Granny Smith apple and then tasted a good organic apple, it’s day and night. Organic milk tastes so much better, too.” It’s that same philosophy Thuna applies to his business: To always seek the higher value in nutritional standards.

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It’s all because of you …. And we want to say - Thanks! Your support of Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre’s (RVH) Hearts & Minds campaign has made it possible for the residents of this region to soon access advanced cardiac care and child and youth mental health services previously not available. By the fall of this year we will have our Advanced Cardiac program in full swing including an outstanding team of eight cardiologists, a new cardiac catheterization lab and team providing diagnostics and interventions such as angiograms and angioplasty procedures.

Rick Jocsak, 61, is back enjoying his cottage at Six Mile Lake after recovering from a heart attack.

That’s not the only healthcare game changer in the region. The playing field is also being levelled for children and youth facing mental health issues. We know that suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens and that one in five children and youth are affected by mental health issues and that’s a heartbreaking tragedy. Soon these young people will find care they need closer to home as RVH has begun construction on an eight-bed inpatient unit, set to open in late 2017. The unit will provide care for up to 300 young people a year. A comprehensive day hospital program will provide an additional 3,000 outpatient visits annually.

This news is music to Rick Jocsak’s ears.

This is not just good news, it is hope for families who in the past have looked to us for the care they need and we have not been there for them.

That’s because Jocsak, 61, had a heart attack at his cottage at Six Mile Lake, north of Port Severn, and didn’t realize he’d have to drive right past RVH to get the care he needed.

Now we will be!

“I had to go to Newmarket. That’s a long drive and I thought, ‘but, I’d be driving right by Barrie, why aren’t we stopping there’,” says Jocsak. “Of course at the time you just do what you have to do. And so as I headed down the highway in the back of ambulance I was thinking, ‘I hope to hell nothing happens on the highway.’” Soon, cottagers and residents throughout North Simcoe Muskoka dealing with a heart issue won’t have to make that trip and will be able to get their care closer to home at RVH.

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Take a Hike!

Warm spring and summer days don’t linger long enough, which is why it’s so important to get out and experience the nice weather while we have it. So, while not all of us have a cottage in the woods to escape to, anyone in Simcoe County can bask in the great outdoors on these day hikes.

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Playful

Palermo

Exotic, elegant and oh so sexy, this chic Buenos Aires district should definitely be on your travel short list By Doug Wallace

ands up: How many of you have at least some of the Evita soundtrack burned into your mind? The musical brought Buenos Aires to the attention of so many who would otherwise have thought South America was just one crime-ridden, financially challenged region after another. This enthralling sprawl of urbanity is the Paris of South America. Here’s a brief list of ways to play in BA, things to do and where to get them done.

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recoleta Cemetery (above) has been called one of the most beautiful in the world. If that weren’t enough reason to spend some time there, it’s also the final resting spot of Eva Peron, presidents of Argentina and even a granddaughter of Napolean. Its history dates back to 1732.

Photography: Doug Wallace (top); Home Hotel (lower left); Tegui (lower right)

Buenos Aires is a beautiful city of contrasts. From the iconic Casa rosada, with its stunning balcony (above) where Eva Peron so famously spoke, to the humble and numerous parrillas, where barbecue is the order of the day. Taking in both experiences, by the way, is well worth your while.

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Set up camp There are many neighbourhoods to hit, but establish home base in the fashionable, comfortable Palermo, which is divided into three sub-hoods: Palermo Viejo, Palermo Soho and Palermo Hollywood. From there, break up your days visiting other parts of town. The core (Microcentro), San Telmo, La Boca, Recoleta and Barrio Norte, just to scratch the surface. Our pick of the boutique bunch in terms of Palermo hotels is Home Hotel (homebuenosaires.com), whose name really suits it — fantastic decor, a cool spa, a terminally cute back garden and pool, and some of the best cocktails in town. For best value, though, consider renting a condo and getting a bunch of friends to travel with you. There are many websites that can set you up comfortably and easily, in particular, Buenos Aires Habitat (buenosaireshabitat. com). Try to find something chic with a rooftop pool — great for reviving the soul after an afternoon in the considerable heat. See the sights Take time for the obligatory Buenos Aires must-dos, even if some of them are merely a breeze-through. Don’t miss the Plaza de Mayo, a key commercial area bounded on one side by the Casa Rosada, the pink presidential palace with the world-famous balcony (and just try not to sing that song). Trip through the chaos of Florida Street, hopefully side-stepping the pickpockets. The Japanese Garden is a perfect chance to get away from it all for an hour or so, as is the Museo Evita (museoevita.org.ar), which is filled with memorabilia and some pretty cool souvenirs. Set aside a solid two hours for the marvellous Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires, or MALBA (malba.org.ar). The café there is top-notch, should you want to schedule your visit around lunch. Note that most art galleries and museums are closed on Tuesdays. Recoleta Cemetery (recoletacemetery.com) exhibits a maze of above-ground crypts old and new, where lie the city’s well-to-do. The mix of architecture makes for interesting snapshots and the beauty is surprisingly un-creepy. This is where Eva Peron

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is buried, so make sure you get the obligatory photo. And if you really need to see an overpriced tango show, by all means: try Rojo Tango at the Faena Hotel + Universe (rojotango.com). Polo lessons, soccer games, flea markets, city tours, sky diving… The sky is the limit in this town. If there’s time, a short trip to the Pampas, a sail through the River Plate or a train ride to the little town of Tigre are all within easy reach.

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Treat the tastebuds Palermo’s restaurant highlight award goes to Tegui (tegui.com.ar), for gorgeous meals in a glam setting. Tuna carpaccio with shaved foie gras, veal tartare, sea bass, stuffed quail, amazing desserts. Patrons are buzzed in through a graffiti-strewn entrance, enhancing the mystique. Make La Cabrera (lacabrera.com.ar) a priority, the top steak place — or parilla, is constantly busy to overflowing. Bio Solo Orgánico (biorestaurant.com.ar), a small organic vegetarian restaurant, is a delightful fresh-flavour experience, and a huge break from the barrage of beef. For cocktails, Frank’s (no website, Arévalo 1445) has a Get Smart-type entrance, where you gain entry by dialling the “secret code” in an American phone booth, the back of which then opens out onto a ’20s-style lounge. Suspender-wearing bartenders specialize only in drinks fashionable from that era, and the well-dressed mixed crowd is interesting and friendly. For more pre-club congregating, head closer to the centre of town to step back in time at old Argentinian mansion-cum-restaurant bar Milión (milionargentina.com.ar) and see the town’s beautiful people at play. Hit the shops Palermo Soho is one of the best shopping regions in Palermo, home to all the top boutiques in town, from clothing to shoes to gifts all kitted out in former industrial buildings and spruced-up old mansions. Set your sights on Jorge Luis Borges, Armenia, Honduras, Gurruchaga or Malabia streets and take it from there. The open markets on

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Never throw caution to the wind. Take all the right steps to make sure your flight connections flow as smoothly as possible. Here’s how

1. Whenever possible, try to leave plenty of time between your flights just in case your starting leg kicks off behind schedule. A good rule of thumb is to aim for at least 90 minutes. 2. Carry-on luggage is always preferred. If you do have to check a bag, keep in mind that you may need time to collect it from the carousel and recheck it through to your final destination. 3. Build in time for possible security checks at the connection. Don’t assume you’re going to just saunter over to your next departure gate. You may even have to change terminals. 4. Book the flights as far in advance as possible, and go with the morning routes. You’ll have a much better chance of correcting a connecting problem if it occurs early in the day.

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5. Never take the last flight out of anywhere, or you could find yourself settling into a nice bourbon at one of the airport’s cardboard motels. 6. Never assume the airline has built in the necessary time to connect. Always find out what the minimum connection time is at your connecting airport. 7. Smaller connecting airports will have fewer problems, fewer people and less traffic than the insanely busy JFKs and LAXs of the world. 8. Consider the weather in the connecting city. There is more chance of a weather delay in New York than in Miami. 9. Never buy two separate tickets. If your first flight is delayed, you will have to eat the cost of the missed second flight. Or, book flights within the same alliance.

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Savouring Ste. Anne’s A short drive from home brings you to a place where you can really change gears By Jacqueline Kovacs

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eed to unwind and recharge, but don’t have the time to fly somewhere exotic for a week? Consider looking closer to home. Ste. Anne’s Spa in Grafton, with its world-class spa services, range of relaxed accommodations, first-rate dining and more, has everything you need to feel indulged and recharged — all in a couple of days. Plus, you can customize your experience to suit your needs. Enjoy your own personal escape, plan a romantic weekend with your partner or do what I recently did — a “girls’ getaway” with my sister, Sandy. Read on to find out how you can create your own blend of wellness classes, dining and deeply relaxing spa treatments for the perfect mini-vacation.

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Get into the groove Make time at the outset to get acquainted with all this resort has to offer. Ste. Anne’s sits on 400 acres of farmland and includes the Main Inn, with treatment rooms, a restaurant, relaxation and eucalyptus steam rooms and more; the Ste. Anne’s Bakery; horse stables; herb and rose gardens; and Maison Santé, which houses workout equipment, a sauna and a hot tub. Worth trying: wellness classes. I was skeptical at the start of our 30-minute Yoga Nidra class. I struggle with turning off my hamster-wheel brain, even when I’m exhausted, so I was pleasantly surprised to find my body relaxing, part by part, as I lay on the yoga studio floor, listening to the instructor’s soothing voice. Savour local flavour Ste. Anne’s mouth-watering meals feature local ingredients whenever possible. The mojito tuna tartare, an appetizer infused with mint and rum and served on butter lettuce, melts in your mouth. The duck confit, which features spinach, shallots, apples and toasted walnuts, is a popular choice. Beef lovers may wish to ask about the daily beef feature, created with Ste. Anne’s own grassfed cattle. All menus include vegetarian and vegan options.

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Settle in Sandy and I enjoyed the quiet of Sentosa East, a short walk from the Main Inn and a world away from grocery shopping, taxiing kids around and the bleeping of smartphones. Our room in the triplex had two cushy queen-size beds, a sitting area, a fireplace and a generous deck with a view of the countryside. The overall unit includes a shared kitchen, living room and outdoor hot tub. Larger parties or whole families can take advantage of cottages, like the four-bedroom Vista Lago or the Maison Santé Nook. Need a room for just one or two? Stay in the original 150-year-old Massey family structure and enjoy a room with a whirlpool tub and wood-burning fireplace. Just say, “Spaaaah!” No escape to Ste. Anne’s would be complete without indulging in at least one of its treatments. And why stop at one? Sandy and I treated ourselves to facials and massages. My “Express Facial” was

More to Indulge In Ste. Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is growing to offer guests more of both its traditional services as well as other sensory delights. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coming: â&#x20AC;˘ a hydrotherapy facility, with large, outdoor hot soaking tubs, cedar barrel saunas and a fire pit â&#x20AC;˘ cooking classes for groups or individuals â&#x20AC;˘ the spaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exclusive skincare line, Ste. Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Skin Nourishment, with ingredients right out of the gardens on the property

45 minutes of head-and-shoulders heaven, with a hand-and-arm massage thrown in for good measure. My sisterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one-hour â&#x20AC;&#x153;Signature Facial,â&#x20AC;? meanwhile, included a foot and head massage. As for the essential oils lingering in her hair post-treatment, she declared it was totally worth it. I had my own oiled-hair experience the next day during my 75-minute aroma stone therapy massage. After custom blending three essential oils, my therapist gently massaged me from head to toe using warm stones on my skin. I left feeling more relaxed than I can remember. Feel it to believe it And that, after all, is the point of the Ste. Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getaway. You disconnect from the stresses of regular life and reconnect with the moment. The fact that the moment may be breathing in eucalyptus-infused steam or drinking in the sensation of warm rocks gliding on your tired shoulders, all the better. See steannes.com for more details.

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An Artful Celebration The Bayside Artists’ unique commemoration of Canada’s 150th birthday BY Pat Guinn

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nited by our love of the creative process, we are artists who share our original works in various venues and maintain a rotating exhibit at the Edge Gallery, Barrie, owned and curated by one of our members. As continuing learners, we regularly participate in workshops, seminars and classes to hone our artistic skills that have been developing since we were young. In early 2016, we discussed how we could artistically commemorate Canada’s upcoming 150th birthday. We decided to create

a montage, a process that produces a new composite whole from fragments of images. Our new composite whole: Canada’s flag. Our fragments of images: 18 canvas panels, 16 of which are original paintings. Careful attention was given to our palette to designate the red and white of our nation’s flag. Our first challenge: how to effectively render our images using only these two colours. We decided to use neutral tones to represent the “white” areas of the flag, and burnt umber would create depth and perspective in the “red” areas.

There were other challenges, too. Because Our Canada is 110 inches wide and 54 inches high, installation was tricky, but we managed it. Our montage was exhibited at the Holcim Gallery in Milton, the Barrie City Hall Rotunda, the Springwater Township council chambers and in the constituency office of MPP Ann Hoggarth, Barrie. In her introduction of the artwork to the City of Barrie, Hoggarth said: “Through these powerful images, this installation highlights Canada’s significant historical moments and the story of what has made Canada what it is today.”

“Through powerful images, this installation highlights Canada’s significant historical moments and tells the story of what has made Canada what it is today” Those stories were depicted with care by our artists. Mary Lynne Atkinson painted images relating to Franklin’s exploration of the Northwest Passage, while Eileen Sweeney celebrated the success of women such as Roberta Bondar and Nellie McClung. David Suzuki and Terry Fox received acclamations in the renderings by Carmen Prieto, and Kate Ramos successfully created a tactile panel that recognizes the significance of the Canadian Pacific Railroad. A successful artist herself, Barb Ritchie portrayed another renowned female artist, Emily Carr. On a second panel, she recognized the famous poem created by Lt-Col. John McCrae, “In Flanders Fields.” Margaret Paradis focused on 17th-century explorations of our country and the significance of Canada’s natural resources. As an excellent portrait artist, Norma Jacobs effectively portrayed our first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald. Ottawa’s Peace Tower is featured on the first panels painted by Jo Appleby; a second pays homage to the well-known aircraft the deHavilland Beaver. On the final two panels I give credit to Portia White’s musical success, and to the nationwide presence of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. For more, see baysideartists.com.

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