GoodLife Georgian Bay Fall 2019

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Open the door to luxury living in the Georgian Triangle.

4 SYDENHAM TRAIL W $1,399,900 MLS® #: 219317

• Majestic 5 bedroom custom home • Beautiful open concept design • Gourmet kitchen with pantry • 1.85 acre lot with scenic vistas • Close to Collingwood, Stayner and beautiful beaches of Georgian Bay Call today to book your viewing

Having lived and worked in the Georgian Triangle riangle for over 30 ful lifestyle and beautiful years, I’ve experienced the wonderful offer As a top surroundings that our communities have to offer. producing agent for the past thirteen teen years, my success has been built using the power of the Remax emax brand, while managing my clients with integrity,, sincerity and a commitment to exceeding their expectations. Let me show you all the benefits of luxur luxury living in this beautiful custom country home.

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Contents FALL 2019

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19 home tour 20 at home with… 28 notes

INSPIRED HOMES

CHALET RUSTIQUE

CAROLINE HARRISON

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33 local flavour 34 sip and savour 41 notes

DELICIOUS BITES

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LUXE TRAVEL

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Contents FALL 2019

GOODLIFE GOODLIFE Publisher Dana Robbins

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

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Graphic Design Brenda Boon Nick Bornino Karl Strasser Advertising Supervisor Pamela Amero Advertising Representatives Dawn Clare Martina Ernst Wendy Sherk Chelsey Simon Photography Contributions Ellie Kistemaker Jim Craigmyle Heather Goldsworthy Mike Guilbault Editorial Contributions Katherine Elphick Josephine Matyas, Dawn Ritchie Patti Vipond

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This lipstick combines intense gloss and absolute softness giving fruity shades a semitransparent finish, $70.

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Volupté Shine Oil-in-Stick Lipstick in Coral Aviator by Yves Saint Laurent

This revolutionary lipstick provides luscious colour and luminous shine while conditioning your lips. With the addicting signature YSL mango scent, it smells good enough to eat, $45.

Rouge Dior Couture Colour in Deep Matte Red (999) by Dior Rouge Coco in Love by Chanel

Enriched with natural hydrating mango butter the lipstick comes in a new metallic couture case with discreet details. Here, shown in its flamboyantly sexy signature shade, 999. $46.

The iconic Chanel lipstick, reinvented in a new palette inspired by the close friends of Mademoiselle Chanel. A combination of three vegetable waxes hydrates and nourishes the lips for immediate and lasting comfort, $46.

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BEACHCOMBER HOT TUBS

THE PERFECT FIT FOR ANY SPACE! The all-new 007 re-defines compact luxury with its unique, hydrotherapeutic dual lounger design.

• Built to fit into small spaces with incredible hydrotherapeutic power • Plug & play 120v portable design that’s easy to move

COLLINGWOOD SHOWROOM 20 Balsam Street | 705-446-9722 | hottubs@csolve.net Ladies Swimwear and Cruisewear Boutique for your winter vacation! This location only

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Barb Picot*

Ron Picot* Elizabeth Jilon***

EXPERIENCE | COMMITMENT | PLAIN SMART THINKING PARADISE ON THE BAY

INCREDIBLE GEORGIAN BAY VIEW

MINUTES TO SKIING AND BEACH

AN ENTERTAINER’S DREAM

$3,449,000 240 ft of waterfront on 2.9 acres! Custom built residence, 4,900+ finished sq. ft. w/4 Bdrms & 6 Baths. Panoramic views of Georgian Bay, radiant in-floor heating, high-end finishes, 2 outdoor wood burning fireplaces & inground salt-water pool. MLS®200629

$2,595,000 10.5 acres near the base of Osler Bluff. Over 6,700 sq. ft. of finished living space w/6 Bdrms & 6 baths. Views of Georgian Bay w/composite decking surrounding the residence. Geothermal heating, hot tub, pond & attached sep. living quarters. MLS®200213

$1,595,000 Prestigious Georgian Woodlands in Craigleith! 7 Bdrm, 4 Bath home with loft above the garage for overflow guests and family. Extremely well built residence with over 4,300 finished sq. ft. with views to Georgian Bay & ski hills. MLS®172188

$1,500,000 Custom built 4,510 sq ft bungalow less than 5 mins drive to all local ski clubs and Blue Mountain. 4 Bdrms, 4 Baths, Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen, Theatre Room, Games Room, custom Bar & oversized deck with 8 person swim spa. MLS®211936

OUTSTANDING HOME IN COLLINGWOOD

LIVE IN “THE FOREST” COLLINGWOOD

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EXCEPTIONAL LUXURY FINISHES

$1,149,000 Lockhart Subdivision - 2 storey residence with 6 Bdrms, 4 Baths and a finished basement. Over 3,900 sq. ft. with attached 2 car garage. Fully renovated from top to bottom with many upgrades! Close to schools and downtown. MLS®219160

$1,049,000 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Bath bungalow exudes warmth and tranquility. Main floor living with 1,800 sq. ft., Great Room with gas fireplace & openconcept Kitchen with granite counters. Large 144’x237’ manicured lot & 2 car garage. MLS®207265

$889,000 Views to Blue Mountain! Spacious chalet with 4 Bdrms & 4 Baths. Open concept Kitchen, Great Rm with cathedral ceiling & gas fireplace. Finished basement with Family Rm, Bdrm & 4 pc Bath. Att single car garage with entry to Mudroom. MLS®214713

$779,000 Elegant townhouse w/3 Bdrms, 3 Baths & 1,715 sq. ft of finished living space. Upgraded w/high-end finishes incl. quartz counters & stainless appliances in the Kitchen & large patio for alfresco entertaining backing on greenspace. MLS®211368

picot@rogers.com | 705-444-3452 | www.ThePicotTeam.com Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage 393 First Street, Suite 100, Collingwood, ON, L9Y 1B3 *Sales Representative | ***Executive Assistant This is not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract with a brokerage.

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83 HELENA STREET, WASAGA BEACH THIS IS A MUST SEE!!! 3 BED 3 BATH RAISED BUNGALOW W/ 2 CAR GARAGE LOCATED ON A BEAUTIFUL TREED LOT 106 X 145 IN THE SOUGHT-AFTER AREA JUST OFF KNOX RD. CLOSE TO TRANSIT & MEDICAL. WALKING DISTANCE TO BEACH, SHOPS & RESTAURANTS. BAY WINDOW & WALK -OUT OFF THE LIVING RM/DINING ROOM TO AN OVERSIZED DECK. WALK OUT FROM YOUR ABOVE GRADE FAMILY ROOM W/ WOOD BURNING F/P TO A COVERED PATIO WHICH EXTENDS THE LENGTH OF THE HOUSE. PLENTY OF STORAGE & PARKING & ROOM FOR ENTERTAINING. DON’T WAIT, THIS IS A MUST SEE AND A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO BE LOCATED ON A VERY COVETED STREET IN A PRIME LOCATION IN WASAGA BEACH! MLS® 200848

JESSICA BIGALKE

essica has been involved with real estate in Wasaga Beach for 19 years and is now a Broker at Remax of Wasaga Beach Inc., Brokerage. Her extensive experience includes running the family mobile sign business in the GTA for 13 years. She studied business management at Univerisity of Toronto and also has a background in restaurant management. Her career has involved working with municipal bylaws and their processes, often attending council meetings across Ontario. Jessica sits on a bylaw review committee and has provided consulting services to The Town of Orangeville

& Brampton when they were in the process of adopting a new bylaw and/ or implementing new procedures. She currently sits on the board of directors for 2 commercial/industrial condo corporations in Brampton and chairs regular meetings and AGM’s. Her role is onsite property manager for the for the 36+ commercial/industrial units. She also sits on a residential condo board in Wasaga Beach and is actively involved in several local clubs in town. Jessica volunteers for the Ronald McDonald Children’s Charities participating annually in McHappy Day for over 15 years.

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Combining her knowledge & skills from her past business experience, passion for real estate along with Jessica’s hard work, determination in getting the job done & attention to detail, has always resulted in Happy Clients with positive feedback. Jessica’s service areas include: Wasaga Beach, The Georgian Triangle & The GTA. Jessica Bigalke is thrilled to be a part of the team at Re/Max of Wasaga Beach. “Real Estate has always been a “BIG” deal to me.”

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Direct: 647-236-7446 | Office: 705-429-4500 ext. 423 | jessicabigalke@gmail.com

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MEET YOUR LOCAL PROFESSIONAL

Nadene Milnes Kristina Tardif Managing Partner Sales Representative

Managing Partner Sales Representative

Matt Stuart

Sales Representative

526 Oxbow Park Dr

Daniel Pitocco Jessica Hamilton Melissa Madsen Lindsay Heys Sales Representative

Sales Representative Executive Assistant

Marketing Listing Coordinator

Deal Coordinator

157 Woodland Drive

$1,299,000 • MLS# 214046

$639,900 • MLS# 219617

Custom Riverfront, 4300+ Sq.Ft, 5 bdrms, 6 baths, Detach Grg/shop, Impeccably Designed & Decorated

Stunning Views of Nottawasaga River + Inground Pool, 3 bdrms, 1 bath, Chalet Inspired Home

Deborah Pitt

Home Stager/Consultant

SIGNATURE SOLD TEAM

ignature Sold is represented by a team of professionals, beyond just the brand of Nadene Milnes and Kristina Tardif. The team is comprised of 2 other Sales Representatives; Matt Stuart, Daniel Pitocco, and a Licensed Assistant; Jessica Hamilton. In addition to those selling, there are two strong and very dedicated administrators; Melissa Madsen and Lindsay Heys who both play an important role in keeping the office grounded and ensuring everyday business is running smoothly. In the past

couple of years, the team has had the pleasure of working and collaborating with an exclusive Home Stager, Deborah Pitt. She has brought a lot of confidence to Sellers, making sure their home is properly presented when hitting the market. The Signature Sold Team is a winning combination for anyone looking to buy or sell. Everyone on the team has their area of specialty and can help clients at every angle. It really is a full-service package they offer with a level of integrity that is unmatched by their competition.

1344 Mosley Street #5, Wasaga Beach

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“Fantastic Team! Professional, Knowledgeable, Friendly, Quick Response Time, Driven by Integrity and Positivity!” - K. Rivers

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MEET YOUR LOCAL PROFESSIONAL

CATHY BRADFORD Sales Representative

athy Bradford has been in Real Estate for close to 31 years. Her background is in marketing, economics, statistics & business law and has worked in advertising, marketing & sales. Cathy has worked the Toronto GTA areas, Peel and Brant County Markets before coming to the Wasaga Beach area 16 years ago. Cathy is a member of the Canadian Real Estate Association, Ontario Real Estate Association and the Southern Georgian Triangle Association of Realtors. She is continually upgrading her skills through continuing education and professional development. Cathy specializes in residential, waterfront

and vacation property. Cathy has great communication skills especially listening skills, to understand the needs of her clients and provide the best possible service. As your REALTOR®, Cathy has the ability to negotiate well and in a manner that is mutually acceptable to all parties involved. In order to be a good negotiator, Cathy possess strong “people skills” and genuinely enjoys working and dealing with various types of people. She is familiar with the Georgian Triangle Area including Tiny, Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Clearview and Blue Mountain. Cathy will be able to assist you in finding out local school information, town demographics

and more. As a buyers or seller, you can trust her implicitly and know that she has a passion for the business and will be helpful during the process and not intrusive. Whether Buying or Selling, quality service, represent your interests to the fullest. Cathy Bradford is one of the best!! She is very efficient and Knowledgeable. I am a repeat client. On both occasions working with her, she has been professional, ethical and always found the answers to all my questions, day or night!! I would definitely recommend Cathy to friends, family and strangers...if you want positive results!. Louise S.

1 Market Lane Unit 2, Wasaga Beach | Direct 705-888-1031 | Office 705-429-2121

www.century21.ca/cathy.bradford

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BRICK HOUSE HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

wner of Brick House Home Inspection Services. Darcy is a Professional, Experienced Home Inspector with over 750 home inspections under her “tool belt”! Darcy MacLeod RHI, is a WETT Certified SITE Basic Inspector (wood-burning systems), New Construction Inspector (NCI) and a Certified Master Inspector (CMI). Darcy is a Board of Director for the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors on the Public Relations Committee and has been newly appointed as their “Liaison for Realtor Boards and Education Providers” in Ontario.

Darcy’s ultimate career goal has come true…known as a thorough home inspector who is honest, reliable and credible and brings a “different perspective” to the home inspection process, providing her clients with the highest level of service before, during and after the home inspection. Darcy’s love of home renovations and interior design lead her to find her passion in the home inspection industry. Having worked hands-on in eight of her own home renovations (including several Century Homes), Darcy “knows how homes work.” Detail oriented with a knack for problem solving, she strives to recommend solutions if a defect is recognized during a home inspection.

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Darcy uses the Three Little Pigs Analogy… “You can build a house with straw, with sticks or with bricks”… the brick house will last and Darcy wants all her clients to end up with a brick house! Darcy applies the latest training and technology in all her home inspections to make sure her clients have the right information to make an “educated purchasing decision.” Working in Meaford, Thornbury, Collingwood, Stayner, Wasaga Beach, Owen Sound and surrounding areas, Darcy has established positive relationships with local real estate brokers, sales representatives and trades people.

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he Nest Collingwood recently opened the doors on its new Design Centre - THE NEST DESIGN, an inviting showroom to explore the possibilities and browse inspiration for your design projects. The Nest & Design Centre is an on-trend Home Decor Showroom that offers a large variety of Home Decor, Textiles, Slip Covers, Window Coverings, Indoor & Outdoor Pillows, and Furniture & Lighting. Store Owner & Designer Christine Pritchard has a long history in design and has been awarded Home Designer for the Backyard Glam & Holiday Home Tours and is the former owner of Habitat Interiors in Thornbury. Whether you are building a new house, or remodelling or refreshing the home you live in, Christine and THE NEST DESIGN is there to help you create the welcoming and beautiful interior that celebrates your life and family. THE NEST DESIGN services include; project

THE NEST

design, textile and colour consultations, custom furniture and upholstery, and interior / exterior home staging. Featuring products and styles from top designer home brands Dash & Albert, Four Seasons Furniture, Hunter Douglas, Style in Form, and many more. Christine’s philosophy is design doesn’t have to be expensive. Speaking to a design professional helps ensure you get the most value out of your design budget. Christine offers tailored design packages, from one-time consultations to comprehensive design and execution. Design Consultations are the perfect way to jump start an interior design or renovation project, helping you achieve beautiful and functional results. THE NEST DESIGN offers a 2-Hour deluxe on-site consult which provides you with a design concept package and answers to any questions to get you moving in the right direction. Design

311 Hurontario St. Collingwood, ON

Consultations include developing a concept and colour palette, suggestions for furniture placement / space planning, finish selections, quick floor plan layout sketches and options for décor & accessories. Christine offers this Affordable Deluxe 2-Hour design consultations at a cost of $200+HST and Design Services at an hourly rate of $90. Christine works with you to create thoughtfully designed spaces that improve the way you work, play, and relax in your home. Beginning in September THE NEST will be hosting fun and exciting workshops featuring Ann Sloan Chalk Paint. Register in-store and join other art lovers and adventurous first timers and get inspired by the creative atmosphere. Visit Christine at THE NEST Collingwood, 311 Hurontario St. Open Monday - Saturday 10am - 5:30pm and Sunday 11am - 4pm

705-293-NEST (6378)

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MEET YOUR LOCAL PROFESSIONAL 82 Pine Street Collingwood ON L9Y 2N7 705-445-2651 Fax: 705-445-7542 info@fawcettfuneralhomes.com

182 Mill Street Creemore ON L0M 1G0 705-466-2108 Fax: 705-445-7542 info@fawcettfuneralhomes.com

FAWCETT FUNERAL HOMES Celebrating 150 Years... Fawcett Funeral Homes have proudly served the people of Collingwood, Creemore and Southern Georgian Bay for over 150 years, and are considered one of the oldest funeral homes in the country. They provide services that are steeped in tradition over the past, yet alert to the needs of the future. The Fawcett family, along with their professional staff of funeral directors, pride themselves on catering to each and every individual family as if their own. Offering many different burial and cremation options to suit the personal and financial needs of every family, the staff at Fawcett Funeral Homes are available and at your service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

What Makes Us Unique We are proud to embrace traditional values, diversity and innovation in honouring the spirit and life of each person we serve. We offer a full selection of: - Funeral and memorial services, ranging from traditional to uniquely innovative and personal - Burial services and cremation options - Celebrant Services Letting go of a loved one is usually a very difficult process. In order to provide your family peace-of-mind, our funeral home offers complete care, so you can focus on comforting each other as you prepare to say goodbye to someone dear to you. Although there are many decisions you may e, w u e yyou that we will have to make, we assure

guide you through the entire process every step of the way. We promise to help you: - Design the most fitting memorial or funeral service to honour their memory and pay tribute to their life. - Select the most appropriate products, including a casket, burial vault, cremation urn, cemetery or mausoleum, to fit your budget and suit your needs. - Write a fitting obituary to honour your loved oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life experiences and social connections, plus so much more. Please visit our website for more information. We hope you will turn to us for compassionate care and impeccable service. Our pledge is to honour your loved one and family with dignity, respect and personal attention to every detail.

82 Pine Street Collingwood ON L9Y 2N7 & 182 Mill Street, Creemore ON L0M 1G0

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WATERSIDE RETIREMENT LODGE â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making Waves In Retirement Livingâ&#x20AC;? Our residents enjoy their independence with like-minded friends and peers. At Waterside Retirement Lodge, we are here to meet the needs of each of our residents and provide them with the comforts of home with many extras. Our staff strive to do everything with commitment and passion while providing our residents with respect. Residents enjoy the lifestyle they deserve; one of choices, independence, opportunity for well-being and fun. Waterside Retirement Lodge is making waves in Retirement Living. Whether you are looking for planned activities, exercise programs, the opportunity to entertain your friends and family, a genuine and caring atmosphere or simply a retirement with time to enjoy

life as it should be, we can assure you that selecting Waterside Retirement Lodge is a choice you will be delighted with. Our lodge offers you a variety of rooms and common areas designed for your entertainment and relaxation. There is always someone to chat with. Our dining areas are bright, comfortable and large enough to host friends and family. Our dining service allows you to enjoy a great, chef prepared meal and leave the preparation and dishes behind! Social gatherings and events are planned daily and open to all of our residents. Waterside Retirement Lodge is a member of the Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA). Through ORCA we undergo an accreditation process to ensure high standards are maintained.

Generations of Caring At a Jarlette owned and operated Home, resident comfort and care is taken to new heights. A comfortable atmosphere where residents can feel at home, Comprehensive Continuous Quality Improvement programs as well as Accreditation for all our Nursing Homes and Retirement Lodges are just a few examples of how we set the pace for high standards in the industry. Jarlette Health Services has built a tradition of developing mutually rewarding long term relationships with its employees and the communities it serves. Our pledge is to honour your loved one and family with dignity, respect and personal attention to every detail. For a tour of our facilities call us at 705-429-8626

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Throwing Shade

Wasaga Beach Decorating adds two new Hunter Douglas shades to their collection. The versatile Banded Shade that uses a clutch to open the shade in different configurations and the motorized Sonnette which allows hands-free operation. The retailer also offers in-home window covering consultations at no charge with a decorator who has 14 years of experience in the field. Available at: 1 Market Lane, Wasaga Beach. wasagabeachdecorating.com

Bombs Away!

Fall is the perfect time to plant wildflower seeds for next year’s blooms. Seed bombs make that task hassle free. Just toss the bombs, which resemble round chocolate truffles, into your garden and come spring thaw, behold, the explosion of wildflowers that will bloom spring to fall attracting endangered pollinators. Mulmur’s Heritage Bee Company has packed their bombs with native Ontario perennial wildflower seeds surrounded by clay and compost that withstand wind, hungry birds, and those icy winter storms. Pick them up at The Wild Stand General Store, 856 Hurontario Street in Collingwood. thewildstand.com

Artsy Clean

Wasaga’s Beach Baby Bath and Body’s cold-process artisan soaps are 100% vegetarian, cruelty-free and palm oil-free. No rainforests were destroyed in the manufacturing so you can freshen up with a good conscience. Packed with natural, moisturizing glycerine, the soaps are scented with pure essential oils. No preservatives or chemical compounds found in fragrances will ever touch your sensitive skin. Dish soaps are also all-natural, non-toxic, biodegradable, and septic and water safe. Get them at Beach Baby Bath and Body, 3091 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, Ontario. www.beachbabybb.com

Turkish Delight

It’s a towel, a throw, a yoga mat, and a shawl all at the same time. Meet the Turkish towel, a hand-loomed, naturally-dyed versatile linen with extra-long cotton fibers that you can wear, stretch out on, dry off with or cuddle up in. Available in this season’s colour of the year, coral, and many other muted shades, these luxury linens are perfect for those September chilly evenings on the patio. The OneLove clothing boutique in Collingwood brings them in direct from Turkey and is selling them both as a home décor accessory and as clothing. Find them at 64 Hurontario Street, Collingwood. www.shoponelove.ca GoodLife | Georgian Bay Fall 2019

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e walked into the model home and said, ‘where do we sign,’” says homeowner Jean Lafreniere, about the day he and his wife chose their new Clearview chalet. The couple weren’t in the market for a property but on a whim stopped at an open house for the new Windrose Estate development. They were instantly smitten.

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Developer John Perkins was offering 43 estatesized plots, each with 1 - 2 acre lots. The Lafrenieres chose the larger size, primarily because there would never be anyone behind them. “It’s communal land with a stream and forest offering peace and quiet,” says Jean. The promise that no building would ever interrupt those features meant their spectacular views of the ski trails of Osler Bluff Ski Club would remain intact. With twelve models to choose from, the Lafrenieres picked a rambling five-bedroom, five bath two-story with thirty foot vaulted ceilings in the great room. “It was so obvious. It was one of the model homes we saw,” he says. “Our mouths dropped when we saw it. We gotta go with this design, we said. We were the first ones in.” The couple already owned a smaller place near Blue Mountain but this would provide their two Flat-coated Retrievers with loads of space to run. Fencing, landscaping and a maintenance free sprinkler system for the property would be installed by Sean McDonald Landscaping. Flowers and trees supplied by Bloom ‘n Nursery in Collingwood. MacPherson Builders, who constructed the award-winning chalets of The Orchard at the base

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of Craigleith, was their builder. But first they requested a few revisions to the floorplan. The primary change was eliminating the pantry which Jean felt closed off the flow of the main floor. “There were tons of cupboard space anyway and we didn’t need it,” he says. Removing that wall opened the area up and made a 4-seater casual sitting area possible. It’s the spot they tend to hang out most days now because of the views. Toronto’s Paris Kitchen designed and built the kitchen cabinetry. The chef’s kitchen is wellequipped with top-of-the-line Kitchenaid appliances and a six-burner gas range and wine fridge—important features to this family who love to cook. The backsplash is a fresh, staggered

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pencil-thin subway glass tile in taupe. The couple also wanted the home to have a chalet feel and went with post and beam and classic chalet colours. “We wanted brown floors and neutral Collingwood White walls,” Jean says. Engineered flooring was also their choice because it can really take a beating, and the dogs put them to the test daily. The Retrievers, who are valued members of this family, were also the reason for another change at the drawing stage. There was no door in from the exterior to the laundry room/mudroom. Access was from the den, so they had an exterior entrance added along with lockers for ski equipment and transformed the adjoining small powder room

into a full walk-in shower. “Instant doggie bath,” says Jean. This change also allowed the den next door to be utilized as an overflow bedroom for guests once a sofa bed was installed. “We liked the idea of having a potential bedroom on the main floor with a bathroom right next to it,” explains Jean. “More and more people, especially older residents, want a main floor bedroom without stairs.” The second level is where the chalet’s four bedrooms reside. Two share a Jack and Jill bathroom and the other two have en-suites. The master also enjoys a gas fireplace and lovely Juliette balcony with double French doors. Access to the bedrooms is along an upper balcony which overlooks the

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dramatic great room with floor to ceiling stacked stone wood burning fireplace. This was another change the Lafrenieres made. The original plan called for a gas fireplace with the surround finishing at the mantle, but the couple wanted a greater impact to feature the grandeur of this room and requested an open fireplace with stones that traveled right up to the ceiling. This 30-foot stone feature is flanked by three levels of windows and lit by two double-tiered rustic chandeliers from Georgian Design in Collingwood. The Lafrenieres used Georgian Design for all the chalet’s lighting to ensure continuity, and retain the rustic theme. Twenty-year LED lightbulbs were installed to ensure changing bulbs would not be a frequent chore given their height. The same consideration was given to the window shades which extend to the top of the thirtyfoot ceiling. Blue Mountain Shades and Shutters installed remote blinds which raise and lower at the push of a button, making shade-control, carefree. Furnishings in the residence come for the most part from Joshua Creek Trading in Oakville and again were chosen specifically for their neutral browns and chalet chic styling. “Nothing pink, nothing white, nothing modern,” says Jean. “We wanted this to be a place we could kick around and be comfortable.” The chalet’s artwork maintained the theme of casual and rustic. The Lafrenieres are proud to support the work of local artists and chose Georgian Bay galleries including Blue Mountain’s Bright’s Gallery and Clarksburg’s Matilda Swanson Gallery for their suppliers. A large Bertie painting from Matilda Swanson Gallery is featured in the great room, along with Collingwood artist, Sue Tupy’s, Aspens. Pop artist, Brian Porter’s immense psychedelic Bear painting enlivens the dining room. “It’s important to support the local economy,” Jean explains. “Georgian Bay has so many galleries, you have to go local. You live here and shop here and the shopping is amazing. A lot of the decorations in the house come from local artists.” The lower level of the chalet was unfinished by the developer, allowing the Lafrenieres carte blanche in laying out the floorplan. They brought in Robin Schmidt of Paragon Carpentry in Clarksburg to do the renovation. A glass-enclosed fitness room with rubberized floor is packed with a treadmill, rowing machine, weights and cycling trainers. A signed hockey jersey autographed by superstar, Wayne Gretzky and his father, Walter,

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Award-winning Collingwood designer, Caroline Harrison,

nterior designer and Houzz Influencer, Caroline Harrison, has been styling and renovating residential properties from Collingwood to King City for ten years. An honour graduate of the Georgian College Interior Design Program, she was awarded the SDVA Award of Merit in 2009 and The Global Contract Scholarship for Excellence in Interior Design in 2010. In 2017 and 2018 she took the Gold in the Decorator and Design Association of Canada’s Awards for Kitchens under $50,000 and Interiors over $100,000. Prior to those honours, she was renowned as the HGTV designer for the series, “I Wrecked My House.” Today, Harrison lives and works in Snow Valley, where she and her skiing family enjoy the sporting life from Simcoe County to Georgian Bay. How many projects have you done in the Georgian Bay area? Around ten. Is that region’s design style different from Barrie or the GTA? Definitely. It has a little bit of a rustic glam. A little

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more comfortable but higher end, because the population in the Georgian Bay… well, it is cottages, chalets, or second homes, or you’re retiring there, where you have that income. It’s about surrounding yourself with beautiful things that put a smile on your face. Aging in place is a growing movement today, especially up north. What considerations need to be made when designing for seniors? As you get older you don’t need as much space but you need the correct space. You need to pay attention to bathrooms, doorways, and for the front entrance, not a ton of stairs. Lighting is also key. You can never have too much lighting: accent lighting, general and task lighting. In kitchens, lower cabinets with big, deep drawers. Uppers with mechanisms that can come down. When renovating, now is the time to block also, to make things accessible. Even at age fifty. Look to the future. Blocking means adding extra two by fours in the framing, so you can install grab bars in the shower later when you need them. Also, blocking for wider doorways for a poten-

tial wheelchair or preparing for a future elevator. Simply ensuring that closets line up on top of one another on separate floors means you can install an elevator in the future. And for bathtubs, a lip that is wide enough to sit on and rotate your feet in. I just sourced a tub yesterday, the BainUltra Scala where the grab bars are inside the tub. Gorgeous, beautiful brass bars that look like a design feature. I tell my clients to take a tub for a ride, get in and out. I know it’s embarrassing, getting in, in a showroom, but you have to try it. Are people wanting different things in their home today, then a decade ago? Yes. Bigger rooms but fewer rooms. Everyone loves open concept, and it’s great, up to a point. If everything is open, noise can be a problem. Sound travels. It’s nice to have separate areas like an office or a little library where you can nestle in for some quiet and calm. I had a client recently who wanted their renovation open concept right down into the recreation room. They also had two boys who loved playing video games. I said, take off the door to the basement and let’s chat in another

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week. They thanked me. You can still have that look, but a glass door breaks sound. What is one item or product you think every home should have? Heated floors. It’s one of those things you don’t know you want until you have it. A little luxury everyone should have. That and beautiful textiles they can see and feel and touch. Natural light is also something that is key, so you’re feeling good in your home. Natural light in all your rooms. How have you approached the style of your own home? I want our home, when people come in, to feel totally comfortable and relaxed. Nothing is too precious, they can curl up and put their feet up. A relaxed, luxury feel. The sofa looks lovely but it’s comfortable and cozy. I love nature so I’m also a fairly neutral person. I bring colour in with art, accessories, and textures. Colour is changing in design. Gone are the days when we had a guest room this colour, a powder room in that colour. In the past we had colour charts and there’d be eight different colours for a home. Nowadays we maybe do three. Sometimes two colours in an entire house, so it flows nicely. All rooms will still look a little different because every room has different lighting. The flooring and the way natural light hits it has an effect. But it maintains a nice symmetry. Like the rooms are talking to each other. You used to be a personal trainer and Pilates instructor. Do you have a gym in your home? Yes, I do. It’s nice to have in those cold, cold winters that we have in Canada when it’s minus 30 outside and you’re going stir crazy. The ability to jump on a treadmill is one of those little luxuries. We have everything: a treadmill, elliptical, Pilates reformer, two bikes, balls, and weights. Soundproofing, ventilation, and floor cushioning is important when adding a gym.

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ennifer King’s venture into jewellery-making began in the mid-nineties when she and a friend set off on a shopping mission for wedding favours. They visited a jewellery store and King found herself unusually enthralled. From there she went on to a bead supplier and King instantly knew she’d found her calling. “I fell head over heels,” she recalls. “It was like heaven. I bought bags and bags of beads and never looked back.” Entirely self-taught, her first creations were “simple earrings.” King was employed as a graphic artist at the time and her coworkers started admiring her handiwork and buying it. With each sale, her confidence was buoyed and her pieces grew more intricate. She was now making her own molds and embedding items like dried flowers and objects into epoxy. The appearance was like ice she thought, so she branded her jewellery collection IceArt. Around 1995 King began selling her work at a farmer’s market in Orangeville on weekends.

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There, Canadian fashion designer, Linda Lundstrom, discovered her. Lundstrom asked King to design a new collection for her upcoming fashion line and King leapt at the chance. “It was super fun and scary,” King recalls. “I was terrified. I was over my head, so green. I worked 24 hours a day to finish it all.” But after visiting Lundstrom’s boutique and seeing her work displayed, King was forever hooked. That’s when she decided she’d better get serious about some real training. King enrolled in jewellery-making courses at George Brown College and eventually opened her own storefront in Midland. She ran the IceArt retail operation happily for seven years but found the demands of retail increasingly encroached on her cherished studio time. In 2017, she finally closed up shop and marched right back into the studio fulltime. And that’s where she can be found today, from dawn to dusk, working the pliers, Dremel and tweezers until her husband “drags her back out for dinner.” King’s jewellery line is an exercise in delicious excess. The fantastical jumble of vintage chandelier crystals, antique spoon handles, gemstones, beads, keys, crowns and pearls could seem like an incongruent mishmash, yet somehow it all flows

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together in a singular perfect composition. Many of her raw materials are found or vintage objects, the rest originate from her regular jaunts to international gem shows where she unearths unique world-class raw materials. As an artist, King draws inspiration from everything and anything around her. She may pick up an offcut of stainless steel from the floor of her husband’s manufacturing factory, or design a new bracelet inspired by the spirals of a lamp base. A bowl of buttons or a throw cushion can spur a new idea. Even a bin of nuts and bolts at a hardware store has been known to set her creative juices ablaze. It’s all grist for the mill in King’s everchurning creative mind. She also admits to taking delight in incorporating quirky quips from old fashioned movies into her pieces. Sayings like “Doll Face,” “Top Drawer,” and “Old Sport” show up in belt buckles or on necklaces. “I like old things like that, it makes me laugh,” she says. The one thing King laments however was the sense of community she lost after closing her boutique. To rectify that loss, she launched a fundraising initiative called Happy Heart Project. A special handcrafted jewellery line she created sends 25% of net proceeds to a local hospice, cancer support center, autism resource or a women’s shelter in the Georgian Bay region. The buyer even chooses which of the four charities the proceeds will be directed to. Last year alone, King’s personal initiative sent $3000 to community causes. “It makes my heart so happy,” she says. “Hence the name, Happy Heart. It’s been really good. It’s a positive thing.” Find Jennifer King’s IceArt through her website iceartshop.com or buy it in person from the Tiny Art Shack in Elmvale or at the Quest Art Gift Shop in Midland.

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Best described as a culinary adventure trail, the award-winning Apple Pie Trail is worth visiting.“There’s so much to do,”says Patti Kendall, marketing director of the Blue Mountain Village Association. “Apple picking and apple pie are just the beginning.” Twenty-eight stops are represented along the Blue Mountains-area trail, which features orchards, shops, restaurants, bakeries, farmers’markets, art galleries, cideries, wineries and more. The self-guided trail runs year-round. “The big story this year is cider,” she explains. “More and more local cideries are popping up here in apple country every year, and most producers offer tours and tastings together to craft a stellar experience.” applepietrail.com

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IN THE KITCHEN WITH DAN LENNOX By Katherine Elphick Photos by Ellie Kistemaker

Collingwood’s ever popular Bent Taco isn’t your typical Mexican restaurant. It’s starts with some basics of Mexican cuisine like tortillas and tacos but then elevates its flavours to the global stage. From Korean Barbecued Beef Tacos to General Tso Chicken Burritos, or Tuna Ceviche Tostadas — it’s modern Mexican with a worldly taste twist. “Our food style is based in Mexico and Southern California with global influences, but we’re anything but traditional,” explains Dan Lennox, who owns Bent Taco with business partners George Russell and chef Nick MacGregor. “That’s why we went with the name Bent Taco, because our menu is unconventional.” To learn more about this hip downtown 40-seat Collingwood eatery that serves up tasty tacos, burritos, craft cocktails and more — Goodlife recently checked in with Lennox who was happy to talk about everything Bent. 34

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What’s Bent Taco’s food philosophy? DL: The best way to describe it is fresh, unique and ever changing. It’s a scratch kitchen — we make everything in house daily, so it’s always fresh. Chef Nick is constantly developing new recipes and keeps tweaking them until they make sense for Bent Taco. As a result, our menu is anything but static. Let’s hear more about chef Nick MacGregor. DL: Nick is a classically trained red seal chef, who honed his culinary skills at various restaurants including the Flying Chestnut, Thornbury’s Sisi’s on Main (now closed) and Oliver and Bonacini — to name a few. He has also spent time in Mexico 36

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and Southern California, and is therefore able to bring a different flare to traditional items. His influences are definitely global. Nick also won Feast in the Forest a few years ago, which is kind of a big deal. He’s a super talented chef. What are some of the top sellers? DL: There are no real sleepers on the menu, but our number one best seller is our Bent Fried Cauliflower Taco (avocado, apple and cabbage crudito and scallion crema). It’s an unbelievably delicious taco, and everyone loves it from vegans to meat and potatoes people. Our Baja Fish Taco (battered cod, apple radish, pickled cabbage, gochujang lime crema and cilantro) is also a cult

favourite. A popular hangover cure is the Tot Supreme (queso fundido, shredded cheddar, beef brisket, iceberg, pickled onions and lime crema). Our Nachos and the General Tso Chicken Burrito (coconut rice, black beans, sesame mayo, kimchi, jalapeño and green onions) are also huge hits. Basically, if we took any of these items off the menu, a lot of our guests would be really upset. What three course meal would you recommend for someone who doesn’t have any dietary restrictions? DL: Start off with sharing the Tuna Ceviche Tostada (lime marinated ahi tuna, avocado, cucumber, yellow pepper, red onion, corn dust

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nity Market Cafe & Studios is a hub in the city of Barrie for healthy food, local artwork, music, positive community activism, consciousness and events. Located in the heart of Barrie, Unity houses the largest selection of local art and hand made goods, a cafe focused on fair trade, organic and local foods and as well a “class A” recording studio. The cafe serves breakfast, soups, salads, panini’s, wraps, baked goodies, smoothies, a large selection of loose leaf teas, and specialty coffees. All made in house by Chef Stacey Kilvert, the delicious and healthy food also offers vegan and gluten free options. With It’s lovely vibes and artwork Unity gives it’s guests not only

fantastic food but also an enlightening experience and hence it’s nickname “The Inspiration Station” given by owner and operator Shane L.S. Dennis. The back of Unity Market is a recording studio. Booking rate for the studio is 60/hr with a sound engineer. The live floor of the recording studio is also a fantastic rehearsal space for bands and drummers. The space is equipped with microphones, a PA head and speakers to plug into, as well as other instruments and amplifiers. The space is soundproof and acoustically designed and treated by world renowned Martin Pilchner for a quality recording and rehearsal space.

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Unity has many weekly and monthly ongoing events including: Weekly Community Cleanups Sunday 1-3pm (seasonal), Weekly Music Cyphers – Tuesday 7:30-11pm, Monthly Word Up Poetry Nights – 2nd Thursday of every month 7-9pm, Monthly Drum Circles – 2nd Friday of every month 7-9pm. For more information on upcoming events follow us on Facebook “Unity Market Cafe & Studios” and Instagram @UnityMarket”. See You here at Unity Market where the Communities heart lives.

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Mahogany Room Alliston’s Hidden Culinary Gem Nestled within the Nottawasaga Resort the Mahogany Room, the resort’s flagship fine dining restaurant, is one of the local area’s best-kept secrets. Located off the hotel lobby, the restaurant offers an intimate and inviting ambiance which is ideal for a romantic evening, a social gathering or a business meeting. The sustainably sourced menu utilizes wild and heirloom varieties of ingredients that are harvested at the peak of the season, as well as ethically sourced, innovative artisan products from local farmers and Canadian suppliers. The resort’s culinary team is not only devoted to traditional offerings, but forward thinking and delicious vegetarian and gluten-free options that have been designed to entice the most discriminating of taste buds. The Mahogany Room offers both traditional and contemporary dishes to not only enchant your palate, but serve as a lasting memory of a thoughtfully prepared experience.

Within the restaurant, beautiful views of the outdoor scenery mix harmoniously with elegant fine fabrics, refined finishes and rich mahogany wood details. Nestled within the intimate Mahogany Room, La Tavola del Padrone provides an exclusive space for private dinner parties and special celebrations.

The resort, which has undergone extensive and stunning renovations in recent years, has been a fixture in Alliston since 1968 and offers a myriad of amenities that are open to both guests of the hotel as well as the public which includes everything from massage therapy to two golf courses and onsite arena with two NHL sized ice pads, to two restaurants and a lounge. For your next special occasion try the Mahogany Room – an exquisite culinary journey awaits you. The Mahogany Room is open from 6pm-9pm on Tuesday to Thursday and 5:30pm-9:30pm on Friday and Saturday.

Nottawasaga Resort 6015 Highway 89, Alliston

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CHEF PAUL DILLS WHAT IS THE ONE THING WE SHOULD TRY AT THE MAHOGANY ROOM? That’s a difficult question as there are so many amazing dishes on the menu. I highly recommend the bison short rib as it’s a nice seasonal dish that really embodies our commitment to local ingredients. The maple syrup glaze really elevates the dish and adds to it’s excellent multi-layered flavour profile.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE LOCAL INGREDIENT? Some of my favourite local ingredients are the ones that are grown on site here at the resort. We have a small garden where we harvest fresh herbs, tomatoes, peppers and edible flowers.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR COOKING STYLE? I consider my cooking style to be classic. I believe as a chef it’s important to have a solid understanding of how ingredients will work when paired together. From there you can build on the dish and add a fresh new spin; which is what you will find in many of our menu items.

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SIGRID’S CAFE & FINE BAKERY A Traditional European Bakery

WITH OWNER

At Sigrid’s, baking is a never-ending art form. For the past 35 years now, we have been a proud family-owned bakery in downtown Barrie. All our baked breads and pastries are made from scratch with all natural ingredients, the way it used to be done! The flavour or our creations showcases the true passion behind our work.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MUST-HAVE TASTE SENSATIONS?

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 are sure to please!

Tell us about your Blackforest cake?

If you’re looking for fresh gluten-free products that the whole family will enjoy, you’ve arrived at the right place! We bake fresh daily with no preservatives. From our sunflower, multigrain, raisin bread and classic loaf and buns to our Florentiner pastry, almond crescents, and macaroons and famous gluten-free brownies, we’ll win you over!

623 Victoria St., Barrie, Ontario

705-555-2345

ANDREA HIGGINS You have to come in and try our delicious Bienenstich which is a yeast-based pastry with our homemade custard filling, topped with honey-coated almonds. You will love our specialty cakes like our mousse, raspberry, chocolate, strawberry & lemon. Our chocolate, mocha, grand marnier and a trio of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry buttercream cakes are simply irresistible! We pride ourselves in having the “real” Blackforest cake made with fresh cream and Kirchwasser and dark cherries which has been lovingly handed through the generations!

HOW DID YOU GET STARTED IN THE BAKERY BUSINESS?

Sigrid’s, is a traditional European bakeshop, specializing in German baked-goods,celebrating 35 years in business this year and was founded in 1983 by Andrea’s parents. My parents left a very successful bakery in Germany to start a new life in Canada with my sister and me. The idea was to bring a touch of Europe to Barrie. I took over the bakery in 2004 with the help of my husband Brian, and our three children and our fabulous staff.

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daGrazia Ristorante The DeLeo Family History

Francesco and Graziella DeLeo, along with their children–Domenico, Teresa, and Francesca– moved from their hometown of Calabria, a town in Southern Italy, in the summer of 2014. With them, they brought their love and passion for authentic Italian cuisine to the New Tecumseth community. Graziella can be found in her Cucina giving her careful attention to the preparation of each of the dishes that will be served to her guests. When you enter the restaurant, you will be greeted by a friendly waiter or waitress who will ensure your

meal and dining experience is one that brings you, your family and cherished friends back again. It’s About Tradition and Quality In each of our dishes, you will find that we have stayed close to our Italian heritage, traditions, culture and family recipes to enhance our unique style of cooking. At daGrazia Ristorante you can enjoy your favorite Italian classics such as fresh pasta, veal, homemade meatballs, lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, steamed vegetables and sautéed rapini. Menu items are available for either take-out

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705-435-8868

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or eating in. All dishes are made fresh daily and we offer new menu items on a regular basis. We recommend that if you do not see an item on the menu please ask your server and they will try and accommodate your request. If you are looking to join us on the weekend, it is highly recommended to call the restaurant to make a reservation. The Ristorante is open Tuesday to Friday from 11:30am to 9:00pm and Saturday noon to 9:00pm. Closed Sunday for private functions. dagraziaristorante

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ARTISAN BAKERY & CAFE

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Specializing in artisan sourdough breads and baked goods, crafted by hand in small

batches. The tradition of breaking bread with family and friends is ingrained in our history; we have deep roots in Barrie. Owners Cait Patrick and Lise Garden studied under world renowned Certified Master Baker Jeffrey Hamelman. We believe in supporting all things local. From the Barrie Farmers Market to the thriving downtown core, we are investing in our community. 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; and have joined forces with our friends at EPIC NORTH ROASTERY to become the go to destination for both your baked goods and coffee in the region. We carry fresh roasted (in house) top-line single origin coffees, full espresso bar, breakfast and lunch service. Our breakfast menu includes a variety of breakfast favourites like our locally smoked turkey with aged cheddar, house aioli, spinach, tomato served on a homestead croissant. We have a ton of freshly baked pastries that change with the seasons. Our lunch menu includes fresh sandwiches, seasonal soups, salads and fresh baguette with house made spreads & preserves.

80 Dunlop St. E., Downtown Barrie

705.252.3680

CAIT PATRICK LISE GARDEN WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NEW?

With an extended space that now combines both our front of house and bakery production team in one space; we are also offering more retail and an extended pastry and soon to come brunch menu which we are really excited about. We are also very excited to have Epic North in the new space; roasting delicious coffee.

WHY IS SOURDOUGH A HEALTHIER ALTERNATIVE?

The science of sourdough or naturally leavened bread is alchemy in action. The starter is where the magic begins, it is truly digestive greatness; believe us your gut will thank you! Sourdough or naturally leavened bread is more easily digested than regular bread, both white and whole grain; it is also far more nutritious.

Sourdough bread with all its goodness also renders gluten in flour more easily digested, which means it is less likely to cause food intolerance, such as Gluten. It tastes good, toasts well, it is all around better bread. We keep it super simple with three ingredients are flour, water and salt.

The local flours we use for our sourdough include: rye, spelt, whole wheat, unbleached organic all-purpose, buckwheat, semolina and red fife.

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Common Good Cafe & Social House TOGETHER FOR THE COMMON GOOD. What is common in your life? We believe in inspiring environments, good food, and good drinks – the kind to help you wake up and the kind to help you unwind. We believe in meeting with friends and sharing stories and making new friends and creating new stories. We believe in laughter, kindness, community, and doing a good deed every day. big or small. Hold the door open. Say hello. Drop by. Stay longer

than expected. Make us the common factor in your week. Whatever you do, and however you do it, be good. Common Good Café & Social House is your place. Yes, yours. Lunch meetings. First dates. Book clubs. Friday nights and Saturday mornings. Exceptional coffee, meaningful connection and well-crafted cocktails. We are here for the wifi users, the crossword doers and the conversation starters. Common Good is downtown Barrie’s purveyors of quality food and beverage. Your

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early morning wake-up, your healthy midday café break and your indulgent evening social house. Common Good offers unique selections using fresh, seasonal inspirations. Our community-minded spirit means espresso roasted in Toronto, Ontario small batch liquors and locally-sourced products. Let us introduce you to your new favourite flavours, served by your new favourite baristas. Make us what’s common in your day, week or routine.

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Going the extra mile Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar and Grill Since 2015, Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar and Grill has been a beacon to road travellers everywhere. Taking the innovative highway where dining experience is shifted full throttle and placing you, the guest, #1 on the pedestal. A comfortable rest stop where meals fill your tank without breaking the bank. And, driving customer service that extra mile, leaving you wondering why you would travel anywhere else. Chuck’s Roadhouse Bar and Grill is the perfect place to bring the kids or a nice family dinner, purposely catered to make everyone feel that ‘at home’ atmosphere

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while dining out. AAA Steaks, Buttery Lobster Tail, Prime Rib Burgers starting at $6 and many more feature menu items are just one of the reasons our communities visit time and time again. Every Chuck’s location is also equipped with large screen television displays to give you full view of your favourite sports while enjoying an ice cold beverage or some of our ½ Price Apps After 9PM. It’s no wonder we’re one of Canada’s fastest growing franchises. We look forward to having you visit us for a meal and can’t wait to serve you food the way it ought to be, priced the way it used to be.

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The House of Pasta

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Real Authentic Italian Restaurant with Pasta Made Fresh Daily

Chef Micheal Lazzarino’s new restaurant, The House of Pasta offers Old World Italian cuisine in a comfortable, intimate atmosphere in Gilford, Ontario. With a wide range of delicious pastas and other classic Italian fare reminiscent of what Nonna used to make, this new hot spot will delight the taste buds of the most discerning pasta critic. Trained in Florence under world renowned chef Francesco Lagi, Lazzarino serves up exquisite dishes native to northern and southern Italy. His pastas are handmade with care, using only the finest ingredients imported from different parts of Italy. Their menu offers a mix of fresh pasta, seafood, pizza, and chicken wings. Why chicken wings? Because Buffalo wing sauce was invented by an Italian woman named Teressa Bellissimo— a simple food done right! They are in the midst of applying for an alcohol permit to serve a selection of imported and domestic wine and beer. They have signed up with What’s For Dinner Today (wfdt.ca) for they offer convenient home delivery for their customers.

280 Bells Lane, Gilford, ON 50

CHEF MICHEAL LAZZARINO THE TOPIC OF CARBS CAN BE CONTROVERSAL. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON CARBS?

The question of whether carbohydrates (or carbs) are good or bad is the big question today. I believe we should all avoid processed carbs because they are not in a natural state. I believe this rule of thumb is very important. However, whole (including whole grain), natural unprocessed foods that contain carbohydrates are good for you because they are God’s creation—your body can digest these foods and turn them into energy. This is good! I have three more words about carbs: I love pasta! Yes, pasta contains carbs, but if semolina from durum wheat is natural and unprocessed, it’s not a carbohydrate we need to be afraid of. The problem with many pastas in North America is time! North Americans do not take the time to prepare and enjoy their pasta. Instead, they want to save time. They want to put limits on how much time they spend cooking and eating. I believe regardless of what you eat, you shouldn’t rush it; give your body a chance to enjoy and digest your food. It’s pretty simple. Also, people tend to get it wrong when it comes to pasta. People often overcook it. If your pasta is overcooked, you will not digest it well. In turn, the pasta will turn into fat instead of energy. I always make pasta “al dente.”This helps with digestion and the conversion of food into energy.

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Sometimes you just have to eat the cake, or open that bottle of champagne that has been lingering on the shelf for two years. And sometimes you just have to travel to a place where gourmet dining and world class wine drinking are the primary activities. Go ahead. Visit Bordeaux, on the southwest coast of France, city of foie gras and chateaubottled clarets. You can diet tomorrow, but indulgence for a brief time is good for the soul, if not the waistline.

Bordeaux

City of Earthly Delights By Barbara Ramsay Orr

It was the gastronomic allure that brought me to Bordeaux and led me to the Rue Gourmonde in the old part of town. On the windowsill of my hotel room, there was a yellow duckie. It was just one of the odd little touches of whimsy in the Maison Fredon, a small hotel on Rue Porte de la Monnaie. But it wasn’t the décor that dictated the choice of this stylish hotel - it was the fact that it is directly across the street from La Tupina. I could see the restaurant’s blue and white awnings from my window, underneath which one of the waiters was enjoying a smoke before service began. A less than a minute stroll had me sitting at a table in front of the fireplace. La Tupina is a tribute to all things traditionally Bordelais, and the fireplace in the centre of the restaurant is not just for show. It is used to cook most of the main dishes - roasted chicken, duck, lamb, perfectly aged beef and local black pig. Aesthetically the space is so satisfying – wooden boxes piled high with

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CHEF RAMSAY'S PRESSOIR D'ARGENT, NAMED FOR THE SOLID SILVER CHRISTOFLE LOBSTER PRESS THAT TAKES PRIDE OF PLACE AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE HOTEL, IS A SERIOUS DINING EXPERIENCE

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fresh radishes and herbs, the open hearth fire where the evening’s chickens rotate slowly, crisp blue and white tablecloths. It feels like a place you would like to come back to, again and again. If I lived here, this would be my local. The meal began with a starter of country paté with little sour cornichons and excellent bread, fat crisp radishes and a chunk of cold butter, then a thick grilled heritage pork chop with a Bernaise sauce and frites cooked in duck fat. There was, of course, a robust Haut-Médoc to go with the main dish. Dessert was a simple plate of canelés, the little fluted pastries that are a traditional local sweet, served with hazelnut ice cream and small aromatic strawberries. The food was authentic, robust and devotedly traditional. Just a few blocks from Maison Fredon is the venerable Marché des Capucins, a traditional farmer’s market with stalls so beautifully arranged they could be art. There are tins of the local foie gras, for which Bordeaux is famous, fresh fish, cheese stalls, bread stores and tables mounded with seasonal vegetables. Both inside and outside the market, there are clusters of casual cafes serving fresh oysters and mussels. I got to the market early to be ahead of the crowds, and treated myself to a ‘dune Blanche’, a rich puff pastry filled with cream mousse, and coffee at Bistro Poulette. A short tram ride away I found the Cité du Vin, the new museum of wine, which struck me as Disneyland for wine lovers. It is a museum, a wine bar, a wine-rich restaurant, a multi-sensory wine experience, and a totally immersive journey into the culture and history of wine, from Man’s first sip of fermented liquid to the latest trends in winemaking, from all areas of the globe. It’s ambitious in reach and completely and delightfully entertaining, whether you are a wine connoisseur or an infrequent sipper. Situated on the left side of the Garonne River, in

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Marché des Capucins

the Bacalan district of Bordeaux, this architecturally dramatic museum is more than a shrine to wine. It is designed to be an immersive journey, an entertaining ‘degustation’ of wine history and its place in our culture. There are twenty two different modules, all interactive and controlled by hand held devices that give the visitor the ability to activate the many layers of sound, sight and even smell that each module can present. Fine wine cries out for great food, and Bordeaux

delivers on that count. One of the best restaurants in the city is the two Michelin-starred Gordon Ramsay restaurant, on the top floor of the Grand Hotel Intercontinental. The elegant Belle Epoque style Intercontinental Grand is the perfect venue for the over-the-top exuberance of Chef Gordon Ramsay. Directly across the square from the hotel is the Grand Opera House and the busy and upscale section of the city known as the Golden Triangle. But inside the Interconti-

nental, there is no hint of crowds or bustle. Chef Ramsay’s Pressoir D’Argent, named for the solid silver Christofle lobster press that takes pride of place at the entrance, is a serious dining room. The space was dimly lit, hushed, and beautiful, with white table cloths, sparkling silver and pale orchids reflecting light in the shadows. At the table, the servers placed silver domed plates on goldrimmed chargers, exchanged glances and in perfect coordination, removed the domes. Each course was GoodLife | Georgian Bay Fall 2019

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Chateau Palmer is a winery in Bordeaux.

a fusion of ceremony, flavour and design - gorgeous to look at and perfectly prepared. The meal began with fresh seasonal asparagus, on three separate plates, with three different sauces and three matching wines. Asparagus is always tricky to match with wine, but the three white bordeaux wines were exactly right. There followed turbot mariniere with seaweed and frigola, plump little mussels from nearby Arcachon, a fat white veal chop and roasted quail. A trio of sorbets, served in a circular container that released a cloud of frosted air when the dome was lifted, preceded desert, a chocolate and hazelnut delight. At the conclusion of the dinner, I was presented with a box of freshly baked madelines, a tasty grace note. There is more, of course, to Bordeaux, than food and wine. After Paris, this medieval city has the highest number of preserved historical buildings of any city in France. The old quarter of the city, with its narrow streets, quaint squares and windLe CitĂŠ du Vin, Bordeaux 56

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River Garonne, Bordeaux

ing alleyways, is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. You can work off dinner by exploring on foot to appreciate the well-preserved architecture, and to enjoy a glass of good Bordeaux at one of the small wine bars. Visit the Place de la Bourse, built around the Three Graces fountain. Be sure to see the Mirroir d’Eau reflecting pool, the Grosse Cloche, one of the oldest belfries in France, and Port Cailhau, the royal entrance to the old city, built in 1494. The city’s Musee de Beaux-Arts is one of the best art museums in France and there are numerous leafy parks. Day trips to visit the legendary wineries of Bordeaux, like Margeaux, Petrus, Latour or Lafite Rothschild can be easily arranged. The resort town of Arcachon is close by too, as is the wine village of Saint Emilion. Active visitors can rent kayaks and paddle along the Garonne River. But don’t be afraid to indulge in what is Bordeaux’s greatest treasure – its food and wine. You can hit the gym when you get home. While in Bordeaux, eat the cake!

If You Go. Where to Stay Intercontinental Bordeaux- Le Grand Hotel. This five-star hotel sits across from the Grand Theatre in the heart of the city, adjacent to the Golden Triangle, the city’s the luxury shopping district. Intercontinential.com/bordeaux Maison Fredon. Latupina.com/en/maison-d-hotes-fredonbordeaux

Where to Dine Pressoir D’Argent Gordon Ramsay’s belle époque style super elegant restaurant offers challenging and exciting dishes with expert service. Intercontinental Bordeaux - Le Grand Hotel, 2-5 Place de la Comedie La Tupina, 6 rue Porte de la Monnaie Le Cité du Vin, Esplanade de Pontac, 134 Quai de Bacalan

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Big Fashion

in a Small Town

By Patti Vipond

or visitors to the small and scenic town of Stayner, Ontario, coming upon a spacious fashion store with a bounty of stylish clothing and accessories comes as somewhat of a surprise. “People come in and say oh my gosh, this store is in this little town?” says Barbara Jerry, owner of Barb’s Clothes Closet along with her daughter Lisa Hare. “They are always amazed, but we like being here. We have lots of repeat customers and people come in from everywhere.”

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With the shop’s gorgeous fall fashion lines newly arrived, Jerry launched summer wear sales to make room for the autumn styles. Customers are already coming in to buy fall clothing by such renowned designers as Joseph Ribkoff, Alison Sheri, Frank Lyman, Tribal and Parkhurst, and casual lines like Jag and French Dressing whose jeans and tops are easy to wear and welcome in cool weather. “For fall we have brought in a fresh new casual line from Montreal called Charlie B.” says Jerry. “We also have a lovely line of beautiful

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JERRY’S SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IS A CLASSIC TALE OF DESIRE OVER EXPERIENCE. IT BEGAN WITH A DREAM TO HAVE A STORE THAT SOLD WOMEN’S FASHIONS.

sweaters from Scotland called Marble. We have so much and it just keeps coming in!” Cosy fall coats and soft sweaters are ready to warm things up on the frosty days ahead. Customers dress up outfits with the store’s jewellery, scarves, hats and purses. Jerry stocks a variety of fashion to both suit young women and the youngat-heart. She makes sure Barb’s Clothes Closet has a relaxed atmosphere where women can shop at their leisure without any sales pressure. “I have always loved fashion,” says Jerry, whose oldest son and daughter-in-law own and operate Barb’s Clothes Closet in Alliston, Ontario. “We stock the top dress lines in Canada but don’t carry expensive high fashion. We stay moderate so everyone can come in and look their best.” When Jerry opened Barb’s Clothes Closet on August 18, 1976, the store was a modest 900-square-feet. As the store’s popularity increased, so did its size. It became necessary to buy

the buildings on either side of the original store. Now the shop’s maroon awnings at 259 Main St. are local landmarks. Jerry’s successful entrepreneurship is a classic tale of desire over experience. It began with a dream to have a store that sold women’s fashions. When Jerry and her husband moved to Stayner, Mrs. Brown’s Ladies Wear on Main Street had been in business for many years. Jerry knew that store was where she wanted to open her fashion shop. But without any experience in business, accounting or, for that matter, fashion, she knew it might be a foolish dream. However, the little store kept calling to her to make it a beautiful space. “I think I wore down Mrs. Brown because I kept going into the store,” recalls Jerry. “She finally retired and my dream turned to reality. When I visited our bank manager, he refused to loan me any funds and made it clear that I was doomed to failure. Luckily, my husband and I didn’t listen

and kept going ahead.” Following a huge closing sale, Mrs. Brown’s former store was gutted and renovated. Eventually, Jerry bought the building. Barb’s Clothes Closet expanded to a Collingwood location for ten years before the building was sold. The couple’s daughter Lisa Hare came into the business after graduating university and is now an owner and manager of the flagship store. “Over the years, we have had a wonderful staff who have been with us for many years,” says Jerry, with a smile. “Stayner is a great little town. Everybody knows everybody.” Barb’s Clothes Closet is located at 259 Main St. in Stayner and at 124 Victoria St. W. in Alliston. For more information, call 705-428-2829 or visit www.barbsclothescloset.ca.

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Celebrating All Things Apple

Be thankful for and enjoy the delights of apple season during the Blue Mountains Apple Harvest Festival from Oct. 12 – 14. Blue Mountain Village hosts the Thanksgiving weekend event with free family-friendly scavenger hunts, John Deere kids’ zone, live music and driving tours. Feast on the Village’s Apple Pie Trail and hike it off on fall forest trails. Noon – 6 p.m. 156 Jozo Weider Blvd. Info at www.appleharvestfestival.ca

Wingfield Redux

Acclaimed actor Rod Beattie returns as big city stockbroker turned Persephone Township farmer Walt Wingfield in the comedy Wingfield On Ice. Walt and Maggie are happily expecting a baby as winter arrives, but old feuds are stirring up their neighbours. Walt’s peacemaking is met with a hard no. What now? Find out at Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre, 12 Nelson St. E. Nov. 14, 8 p.m. $35. Tickets at wwwmeafordhall.ca.

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Magnificent Films, Inspiring Stories

Witness sky-high scenery and epic tales as Collingwood hosts the Banff Mountain Film World Tour for the first time. Short films include For The Love of Mary, a record of 97-year-old George Etzweiler’s run to Mt. Washington’s summit in memory of his wife. In This Mountain Life: Coast Range Traverse Segment, a mother-daughter team share a six-month ski adventure in B.C.’s Coastal Mountains. Sept. 26, 7 p.m. The Historic Gayety Theatre. Tickets at www.gayetytheatre.com.

Last Call for Farm Fresh Veggies

With the arrival of Thanksgiving comes the end of Ontario’s Farmers’ Market season. The last of this year’s bountiful crops are fresh and ready to go at the Creemore and Collingwood markets Saturdays until Oct. 12, and Fridays in Meaford until Oct. 11. Creemore celebrates its Thanksgiving Market on Oct. 12 with a town-wide Horse, Hound & Harvest Festival and Annual Apple Pie Contest. Markets’ hours and locations at www.farmersmarketsontario.com.

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