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10 Feature: 23 Banting Homestead 32 In the Kitchen A Passion to Build Innisfil home tour

The Discovery of Insulin. Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Proudest Achievement

with Marino Mazzotta

60 42 Wine Adventures 46 50 The Apple Pie Trail Portfolio 56 Events

Local things to do this fall

Six wonderful wine adventures are yours to experience in the Georgian Triangle

A self-guided culinary trail

Diane Harding-Tucker

58 Travel 60 In the Crowd 66 Wine Online

Six wonderful wine adventures are yours to experience in the Georgian Triangle

Pretty, Pastoral, Palatial Virginia

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Planning. Patience. Partnership: Three Steps For Maximizing Investment Performance By Debbie Hudson, TD Wealth Private Investment Advice There is nothing particularly difficult about building an investment portfolio. But making that portfolio pay off is another story. There are some key fundamentals to investment success: partnership, planning and patience. Partnership is about getting professional advice. Planning is about the establishment of goals. Patience is about thinking long term. Making all three work together successfully is the key to consistent investment success. A good place to start is partnership, and that means getting some professional advice. A reliable investment advisor,workinginpartnership with you, can bring great value to both the basic construction

and subsequent performance of your portfolio. Planning is next. Identifying goals. Factoring in your income level, now and in the future. Taking account of lifestyle issues. Considering how much money you have to invest and how frequently you are prepared to invest it. That brings us to patience. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and no investment is going to pay off overnight. Steady long term thinking is the key. So try to invest regularly, not just once a year during RSP season, as so many people do. Set up a schedule with your investment advisor. Consider investing as a regular part of your monthly budget, just like paying the rent or the mortgage.

PartnershipwithanInvestment Advisor. Planning your portfolio carefully. Patience and long term thinking. These are the basics to success for many investors, and with good reason. They pay off. This article was prepared by TD Wealth Private Investment Advice for Debbie Hudson who is an Investment Advisor with TD Wealth Private Investment Advice and is for informational purposes only. It is not an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase and sale of any investment fund, security or other product and does not provide individual, financial, legal, investment or tax advice.

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What a beautiful time of the year for a drive! Along with the changing colours and in addition to all of the local events and festivals, this issue of GoodLife we explore the Apple Pie Trail along with several local wine expeditions perfect to explore this time of year. Take a tour of a home in Innisfil, constructed by the same contractor responsible for Great Wolf Lodge with a fabulous layout, achitecture and décor inspiration just in time for “decorate and renovate” season. Enjoy the changing colours, and enjoy the GoodLife.

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After reading all of the home tour articles we’ve published in GoodLife, it takes a lot to impress me. Yes, I am wowed by great design, excellent use of space, kitchens that make you want to cook and landscaping that makes outdoor living a must. Until this edition, I thought I has seen it all. The inclusion of a gift-wrapping room in Dale and Brenda Clair’s Innisfil country estate is my new must-have. To me, creating this type of space when designing your home means you have tried to find a solution to even the simplest of needs. Talk about attention to detail! And the rest of the house is as impressive. Don’t miss this home tour!

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Visiting the birth home of the pioneer of insulin, you will revel in the illustrious triumphs of a fellow Canadian who achieved so much in his brief 49 years.The Banting Homestead in Alliston is a historic feather in every Canadian’s cap and the exhibits of Sir Frederick Banting’s accomplishments are an inspiration to do and be more.

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By Dawn Ritchie | Photography by Mike Guilbault

xceptional is the only fitting word to describe the sprawling Innisfil country estate of Dale and Brenda Clair. Of course, when the man who built it was also responsible for the construction of Great Wolf Lodge, Blue Mountain Village and Cobble Beach, one would expect nothing less. The residence, tucked behind an alarmed security gate, boasts 6,300 square feet of luxurious living space with four bedrooms, five bathrooms, gourmet kitchen and a lofted detached garage on 25 acres of prime southern Ontario farmland. GoodLifeMagazine.ca | 11

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Dale Clair of KD Clair Western Incorporated is a master framer and he tricked out his own property with every imaginable detail one could desire in an entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home: open concept, soaring ceilings, exposed hammerhead beams, open stringer stairwells, interior second level Juliet balcony, custom library, guest wings with walkout balconies in every bedroom, and a remarkable home cinema complete with velvet rope and concession booth. But when Dale speaks of his home, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the lines of the building he discusses and the care taken with the vital interior structures. Such as oak pinning inside trusses, custom Spanish Cedar 42-inch door (The Cutting Brothers) and cantilevered beams that have been engineered to support the atypical breezeway between 12 | GoodLife South Simcoe - Fall 2016

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residence and garage â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a streamlined look that eliminates additional pillars. Good eye lines and sturdy support is important to Dale. Every stud has to line up with every floor joist from concrete to the roof by his exacting standards. Symmetry of the side windows in the great room is also essential and the structural angles of the trusses have to be placed just so, to ensure the view remains intact but the room is not baked by the sun through the lovely floor-toceiling DeCola windows. Building is simply in his blood, and he admits he has a tendency to move every four years because he is constantly exploding with new ideas about the structures he wants to erect. His partner, Brenda, shares this passion. Together they pore over photos of luxury residences that inspire them and start a binder of fresh ideas for each new home many years before it is built. They slowly collect clippings of furnishings, fixtures, appliances, textures and the structural elements they love. As the binder gathers heft, they feel the pull of starting anew, leaving behind them a trail of extraordinary residences for others to enjoy. At this property, the favourite room for the Clairs has been the outdoor dining 14 | GoodLife South Simcoe - Fall 2016

room where they dine al fresco from May to mid-October. Only when temperatures plummet do they finally venture indoors. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Muskoka Roomâ&#x20AC;? as they have donned it, contains a wood-burning Heatilator fireplace, one-inch slate flooring and phantom electric screens that magically appear from nowhere, lowering at the touch of a button to keep bugs out (from Davis Solutions).

The gazebo-like structure is constructed from the same stone that faces the exterior of the residence, which the Clairs had deliberately laid by masons (the Farr Brothers) with wide mortar lines that mimic old farmhouses. The light grey stone alone ran upwards of $150,000, reports Dale, but its peaceful demeanour blends flawlessly with the accents of board and batten styled siding, making it worth every penny.

The interior kitchen in the home is a gourmet chef’s dream. A six-burner Viking range with pot filler is topped by a powerful Zephr range hood (TA Appliances). The 36inch French panel Thermador refrigerator sports automatically adjustable shelves and is embedded in Norcab cabinetry along with an Incognito Miele dishwasher and Sharp Insight Pro drawer microwave. The microwave drawer projects outward from the island at a button’s push. Magic corner pullouts in blind corners make every inch of cabinetry useful and plate racks on either side of the farmer’s sink add a designer’s touch. The 5-by-10-foot island (seating six) is topped with gorgeous black soapstone (N&G Soapstone) and the counters are Cashmere White granite (A1 Granite) with Wavy Super White glass subway tile backsplash behind. Franke Villeroy & Boch porcelain sinks are located in both the island and main prep counter with a black finish on faucets to offset the look (Bathworks). The builtin buffet and coffee bar on the far left is constructed in Wormy Maple (like the island) and provides a welcome break in the overall look of the light cabinetry. Directly across from the kitchen lies the open-concept dining and great room with a crisp yet cozy look. The walls between the timbers have been Venetian plastered by Linda Dawson, who did much of the consulting on the interiors. Floors are distressed antique red alder (Irvine Carpet & One Floor), which Dale highly recommends because not only is hardwood soft on the feet, the dents simply don’t show if a grandchild drops a spoon. The floor is already distressed and a new mark just becomes part of the character. A Restoration Hardware dining table that seats 10 sits in repose before the grand windows, ready for their monthly dinner parties. Behind it, two plush King Edward sofas flank an oversized upholstered ottoman and invite après dinner conversation.

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45 Victoria St. E, Alliston, ON At the back of this cozy setting lies the built-in custom library that is tucked directly beneath the Juliet balcony. Dale admits they spend most of their nights right here in the soft leather club chairs with a glass of wine or cup of coffee and a fire roaring in the Rumford fireplace. It’s the perfect spot to read a book or watch a hockey game on the laptop. Come time to retire, the fire screen is raised and the retractable glass on the fireplace lowered to make the firebox airtight and worry free, even with a full fire raging. The residence’s master suite sits to the west of the great room with a deluxe en suite including spa shower and freestanding soaker tub. The upper level is devoted entirely to guest suites, which are equally lush. A Jacuzzi tub for the ladies’ wing and a spa shower for the men’s wing. Furnishings and linens designed with a feminine or masculine motif accordingly. The Juliet balcony that divides the catwalk between the two wings is large enough for a seating area with two club chairs. During large parties, Dale says there is always at least one couple who drifts up there for quieter conversation.

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The games room on the lower level of the residence is full of toys including foosball, shuffleboard and pool tables and a children’s playroom for the grandkids. Storage is secreted behind barn doors here next to an additional guest bedroom and there’s even a gift-wrapping room on this level. But the pleasures don’t stop there. The residence’s private projected screening room is accessed directly down the hall from the games room, despite the fact that the theatre was built under the home’s detached garage. Dale had a passageway to the cinema tunnelled underground below the breezeway so that any noise from the surround sound system would not disturb those in the residence proper. Movie posters line the beautifully trimmed passage en route and theatergoers enjoy the full effect, passing through a velvet rope to a concession stand where they can stock up on goodies and popcorn before sinking into deep lounges to enjoy an Apple TV-supported flick. The impressive components of the cinema’s equipment are hidden behind a panelled door in the wall of the theatre in a separate enclosure to maintain a clean look and eliminate any noise from the machinery. Were this not enough fun, there’s plenty of room to roam and play on the lawns outside, including inside a kooky treehouse built for the youngsters. The playhouse is entered via a topsy-turvy rope bridge reminiscent of CNE fun houses. A zip line runs off the side to carry children back down to ground level. Hidden discreetly beyond the tree line and the playhouse is the workshop, accessed by either a separate driveway or by foot on a leisurely stroll along the property’s trails. Cross over a serene bridge rising above a seasonable creek bed (constructed by Dale) and you are struck by the tremendous size of the 10,000-square-foot modern heated barn ahead. With a spacious woodworking shop, four garage bays and two hydraulic car lifts (for Dale’s passion of maintaining old cars), it is the man cave of all man caves. But then again, this is just the sort of outbuilding required for a couple with a passion to build.

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By Dawn Ritchie very small town and greater metropolis digs through the annals of recorded history with the anticipation of uncovering a morsel or two of an illustrious past. For Alliston, Ontario, one need look no further than an old country homestead standing at the east edge of town, a minuteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive north of Victoria Street E. GoodLifeMagazine.ca | 23

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The Discovery Room exhibits some rather daunting-looking syringes from the early 1900s, vintage boxes of Protamine Zinc Insulin and Bantingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own famous spectacles and collection of smoking pipes.

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There survives a proud redbrick farmhouse that is the birthplace of a man who literally changed the world. Sir Frederick Banting, the Nobel Prize winning co-discoverer of insulin was born in this house on a road now appropriately named for him. Falling into disrepair for decades, the old homestead was adopted several years ago by a group of volunteers who understood the significance and value of this historic property. Banting was Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very first Nobel Laureate, but more than that, his groundbreaking medical discovery continues to save millions of lives globally to this day.

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To date over 1400 students have passed through the doors of the Banting Homestead for this education. The Legacy Foundation recently added a lecture series, symposiums, scholarship programs and graduate/post-doctoral awards to their busy agenda.

The scourge of diabetes is not a disease of the past. It is, in fact, growing at an unprecedented rate annually, particularly amongst youth. There are 415 million people ages 20-79 currently living with diabetes and no one is certain just how many children and adolescents are presently afflicted. Statistics reveal that up to 40 per cent of people with Type 2 Diabetes may not even know theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re living with this lifethreatening illness.

Bantingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s insulin discovery endures as the primary treatment to keep those alive who would otherwise be resigned to a death sentence from the disease. With the rising tide of diabetes, The Sir Frederick Banting Legacy Foundation, which operates the property, has taken on the mantle of this fight to help prevent the disease through education and awareness. 70 per cent of Type 2 diabetes sufferers can prevent and delay the disease merely

The devoted Legacy volunteers run twelve different programs out of the Banting Homesteadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diabetes Management & Education Centre (DMEC). There are free adult classes for prediabetes patients, the newly diagnosed and for chronic sufferers.

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by eating a healthy diet, engaging in modest daily physical activity and by not smoking. The devoted Legacy volunteers run 12 different programs out of the Banting Homestead’s Diabetes Management & Education Centre (DMEC). There are free adult classes for pre-diabetes patients, the newly diagnosed and for chronic sufferers. Group tours for adults are available at no charge and free school field trips with subsidized bus travel are offered for schools. To date, more than 1400 students have passed through the doors of the Banting Homestead for this education. Their threehour tour includes a brisk walk around the trails of Heritage Park to work out the kinks from the bus ride to the site and to reinforce the merit of exercise. Next, a talk and multimedia video presentation including a video from astronaut Chris Hadfield, who discusses the need for personal responsibility for one’s health, followed by a team-based scavenger hunt in the farmhouse where children will examine exhibits and learn more about Banting and his medical discovery. The tour concludes with prize presentation and a Q&A in the Octagonal Drive Shed presentation facility. The Legacy Foundation recently added a lecture series, symposiums, scholarship programs and graduate/post-doctoral awards to their busy agenda. The general public is welcome to tour the homestead for free during public hours and picnic on the grounds at their leisure. While it is primarily an education centre, numerous installations inside The Banting Homestead explore Banting’s distinguished, yet shortlived life. The War Room explores Banting’s celebrated military career. Injured in battle in the Battle of Cambrai, the war had a great impact on his life. He later worked on military wear, such as flight suits designed to prevent pilot blackouts due to acceleration forces that prevented proper blood flow in

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the body. Banting died prematurely just shy of his 50th birthday in a military plane crash but not before first becoming a celebrated war hero (awarded with the prestigious Military Cross for his heroism while under fire.) In addition to his military and medical careers Banting was an avid woodcarver, writer, prolific painter and sketcher who travelled with A.Y. Jackson, and other members of the Group of Seven into the rugged Canadian wilderness to paint landscapes. He even dared join an expedition north of the Arctic. Many of Banting’s original paintings and sketches hang in The Artist Room. The Discovery Room exhibits some rather daunting-looking syringes from the early 1900s, vintage boxes of Protamine Zinc Insulin and Banting’s own famous spectacles and collection of smoking pipes. His discovery won him the esteemed Nobel Prize in Medicine/Physiology in 1923 and King George V knighted him in 1934. The Family Installation is where family photos and The Banting Family Tree is displayed.

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Wandering through the scant few rooms of the restored homestead, visitors can linger by the fireplace where the Banting family fended off the chill of Canadian winters, but one is left with the ache for more extensive exhibits. The potential of a larger museum or Discovery Centre is evident but funding and vision remain the main stumbling blocks here. Visitors interested in a mockup of Banting’s lab will require a trip to the Ontario Science Centre. The Town of New Tecumseth is the owner of this historic property. Venue buildings and the five acres surrounding are only under long-term lease by the Sir Frederick Banting Legacy Foundation which focuses primarily on diabetes education. Hours: Tuesdays 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 1st & 3rd weekends of the month: Saturday 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Stroll the grounds daily from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. Group Tours and School Tours can be scheduled 7 days a week by calling (705) 435-0111 The Banting Homestead is open to the public every Tuesday and twice a month on weekends. Admission remains free. For more information and directions go to: www.bantinglegacy.ca

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Pro Trade – one sToP LocaL ProfessionaL conTracTing and PLumbing services Most homeowners whose residence has a constantly leaky tap, stubborn running toilet or mysteriously dripping pipe have asked themselves a crucial question – when do I call a plumber? “We get calls from people with that question all the time,” said Lee Goodenough, co-owner of Pro Trade Contracting and Plumbing Inc. in Alliston. “As soon as you see a leak or plumbing issue you should call a plumber right away to fix the problem before it escalates.” Lee, a licenced plumber, and his partner contractor Jim Lunn are long-time Alliston residents who combined their local plumbing and full general contracting companies to form Pro Trade Contracting and Plumbing in 2007. The merger created a local full

in work on large residential projects service plumbing and contracting like basements, kitchens, bathrooms company that offers customers and full-scale additions. Lee and convenient one-stop his licenced plumbers install shopping for all of their “We do top and service plumbing in new commercial and to bottom homes, upgrade plumbing in residential project construction and older homes and answer needs. Lee and Jim, plumbing. We residential emergency calls. who share over 40 years are a full service Alliston’s current hot housing of skilled service company that takes care of market has significantly experience, maintain all your service increased calls to Pro Trade for Pro Trade’s high quality work from small plumbing work in new homes as work standards and plumbing jobs to well as from homeowners who support local new homes and want to modernize their homes businesses by working businesses. before listing them for sale. with the same group of “With the older houses, we qualified professional are called to renovate a lot of sub-contractors on the old bathrooms and kitchens,” Lee every job. said. “Updating those two rooms is our To meet homeowners’ major number one request from homeowners plumbing needs, Pro Trade specializes

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ProudLYserving souTHernonTariofor15Years! who are getting ready to sell or want to upgrade their homes. Alliston is also expanding. With new businesses coming in, we are doing more business and storefront renovations.” The contracting side of the business deals mainly with commercial building work like dental offices, restaurants and projects for the Town of New Tecumseth like the Hornet’s Nest restaurant at the New Tecumseth Recreation Centre and buildings for the Alliston Pool. Pro Trade is presently contracted for plumbing and contracting services by the Town of New Tecumseth and services local manufacturers, the Nottawasaga Inn and Community Living Association for South Simcoe. As young entrepreneurs, Lee and Jim operated their own plumbing and contracting businesses for a number of years. With plumbing and contracting

being necessary parts of many building projects, the two business owners often hired each other’s company to work on local jobs. Their long standing business relationship eventually led Lee and Jim to realize that uniting the companies under one roof was the best way to serve their customers and continue to work together. As well as being business partners in Alliston, both men coach hockey locally and are active in their community. The company has expanded over the past three years and continues to grow. Now approaching their company’s tenth anniversary of operation, Lee and Jim are proud to give their customers an easy one-stop shopping experience that eliminates the hassle of hiring and co-ordinating two different service companies. “We do top to bottom construction and plumbing,” said Lee. “We are a full

service company that takes care of all your service work from small plumbing jobs to large commercial renovations. We quarterback everything. We’ve got licenced plumbers, skilled carpenters and contractors.”

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little piece of Italy just opened up in Tottenham. “The demand has been overwhelming,” says Marino Mazzotta, proud owner of the Amaretto Café Bakery. The shop carries a wide variety of fine Italian imported goods as well as a food bar of delicious homestyle Italian meals and desserts. To find out more about this newly popular spot, I chatted with Mazzotta. 32 | GoodLife South Simcoe - Fall 2016

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The cook is my mother and another Italian lady. They’re all about homestyle Italian cooking. Our pastas and sauces are all homemade by them. Our breads are also baked in-house.

How long has Amaretto Café Bakery been open?

Why Tottenham?

Marino Mazzotta: We’re actually brand new. We’ve only been open for seven weeks. But my father always had cafes in the ’60s, ’70s and into the ’80s. I guess you could say it’s in our blood. It was only natural to continue the family’s tradition within the industry. And now I have my mother in charge of the kitchen.

MM: We have been looking in the area for the past four or five years. The spot we ended up with was one that we had our eye on for a while. It’s a 100-year-old building that used to be an old house, which is now converted into a commercial space on the main floor and apartments on the upper levels. I grew up in the city but now I’m looking to settle in the beautiful and quiet countryside.

Who else is in the kitchen? MM: The cook is my mother and another Italian lady. They’re all about homestyle Italian cooking. Our pastas and sauces are all homemade by them. Our breads are also baked in-house.

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How would you describe the atmosphere at Amaretto Café Bakery? MM: We treat everyone like they are family to us. It’s a happy and laid-back setting.

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We can cater parties of any size. We can basically cater anything and everything on our menu.”

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We treat everyone like they are family to us.”

We like to think of it as a place for people to come have a coffee, joke around and feel welcome. And we are very proud to have lots of regular customers already.

How large is your seating area? MM: Currently we have three tables inside and three outside. So that makes for eight people in total. However, because of the high demand, we will be renovating one side of the café in order to accommodate more seating. But we won’t close down for renovations since it will all happen after hours.

What would you order me for lunch at your café? MM: Definitely the veal! I’d make it part of the two-selection combo with a beverage. I’d get you the Veal Parmigiana with Gnoc36 | GoodLife South Simcoe - Fall 2016

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I’m craving the most delicious dessert from you bakery. What would you recommend? MM: The cannoli, for sure! The cheesecakes are phenomenal but the cannolis are something else. They’re hard to keep in stock! They’re stuffed with my mother’s homemade cream and ricotta secret recipe.

Tell me more about your catering. MM: We can cater parties of any size. We do a lot of parties and all we need is 48-hours notice. We can basically cater anything and everything that we have on our menu. We’ll make it fresh and deliver. Lasagna tends to be our most popular dish for catering, especially the ricotta and round beef. But we also have vegetarian options to cater.

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Tell me more about your grocery section. MM: We carry a variety of products that are imported from Italy. We have four different types of pasta, gluten-free, bronze cut pasta, egg nest pasta and semolina pasta. You can also purchase the same imported Italian coffee beans that are used for our espressos. For the lovers of coffee, we also have fresh roasted coffee beans available. In addition to that, we have other imported goods from Italy such as premium and specialty olive oils, antipastos, olives and gluten-free cookies.

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How do you cater to diners with special dietary needs? MM: We can definitely cater to people with special dietary needs since everything is made fresh in-house. Special dishes are available for vegans and vegetarian. We also carry gluten-free pasta.

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How have visitors and locals reacted to your new café bakery? It has been overwhelming since we started. The locals are very pleasant and we have regular customers already. We also get people from downtown coming up on the weekend to buy our specialty bread, which is baked in-house. We have olive and red pepper bread. A lot of couples from surrounding towns come by for the espresso and the cannolis.

Any interesting future plans? We plan to expand the space so that we can seat more guests. Also in the near future we’d like to add a liquor licence so that we can carry Italian wine.

You’ve got the attention of thousands of local diners, anything else you’d like to add? We look forward to seeing you soon! Follow our Facebook page as we often have draws for giveaway gift cards to our café. 19A Queen St. S. Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0 www.amarettocafebakery.ca 905-406-0181

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Located in the lifestyle community of Green Briar this 1+1 bedroom bungalow features inviting centre hall entrance leading to eat-in kitchen with a walkout to a generous sized deck, 2 bathrooms, and finished lower level. Enjoy a walking distance to the golf course, restaurant, recreation & community centres. Offered at $379,000

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his stunning home on County Road 21 Mulmur is a spectacular bungalow offering an escape from the real world. The long winding driveway leads to the charming bungalow built in 2001 while the wood siding on the house helps it blend into the property’s gorgeous park-like surroundings. The home, surrounded by mature trees, is located on 5.16 acres of land

around the wood-burning stove.

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The home also features multiple walkouts so nature is never far away.

If peace and quiet are on your must-haves list, then this home is for you.

Grab a book and curl up in a chair near the babbling pond. Relax in the great outdoors, right in your own back yard. Looking to entertain? Grab a grass skirt and drink with an umbrella as the property also features an outdoor Tiki bar with hydro, perfect for hosting the ultimate party.

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The cathedral ceilings bring an open airiness to the home.

There is also the bonus of four paddocks with shelters/small barn for horses, making the home a great choice for animal lovers.

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For more information on this home, contact Wendy Small, Royal Lepage, at 705-435-3000 or email wendysmall@royallepage.ca.

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STORIES AND SONGS OF STOMPIN’ TOM OCTOBER 19 ALLISTON

Workshop with Linda Jenetti Oct. 19, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gibson Centre, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston Contact: Joan Warren, 705-434-9904, warren012@sympatico.ca COST: $35 Members | $50 Non-members This acrylic workshop will teach strategies for finishing your painted image.

Stories and Songs of Stompin’ Tom Oct. 19, 3 p.m. Gibson Centre, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston Contact: 705-435-2828 Cost: $30 advance, $35 at door Hear stories and songs about Canada’s iconic Stompin’ Tom as told by Whiskey Jack, who toured with him. The songs are primarily Stompin’ Tom originals, but they’ll also be playing songs by the Canadian artists who inspired a young Tom Connors.

Joe Matheson’s Tribute to Hank Williams Oct. 28, 8 p.m. Gibson Centre, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston CONTACT: 705-435-2828, gibsoncentre.com COST: $30 Joe Matheson pays tribute to the King of Country Music in this fully scripted musical theatre piece. Featuring many of Hank Williams’ hits, such as Hey Good Lookin’, Honky Tonk Blues, and Lovesick Blues. Matheson plays live on stage with a full band. This presentation is an intimate, funny and bittersweet re-imagining of Hank’s final recording session just months before his death.

Frightfully Fun Family Event Oct. 29, noon to 4 p.m. Downtown Beeton and Tottenham Trick or treat at local business, carve pumpkins, and strut your spooky stuff at the 8th-annual event. Held by the Beeton Tottenham Business Improvement Association, this event features a pumpkin art contest, raffles, and a family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween this year. Btbia.com

Monster Mash Oct. 31, noon to 4 p.m. Mill Street, Alliston This spooktacular events features activities for your whole family of ghouls. With pony rides, a haunted corn maze, witch-craft centre, pumpkin painting, magicians, music and of course a massive petting zoo, everyone will get a treat. Rurban.com

The Abba Story Nov. 5, 8 p.m. Gibson Centre, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston CONTACT: 705-435-2828, gibsoncentre.com COST: $25 Relive the music of ABBA in this high-energy fun-packed show featuring all the hits from one of the most popular and successful bands of all time.

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The 33rd-annual Sugar Plum Fair Craft Show and Sale Nov. 12-13 Nottawasaga Inn, Alliston Enjoy thousands of handmade gifts from over 100 exhibitors at this year’s craft show. Whether you’re a returning showgoer or it’s your first time, there is plenty for everyone to enjoy. Tickets for adults are $4 each, while children under 12 are free. www.nottawasagaresort.com/pblc-sugar-plum.html

Artists at the Gibson Workshop with Heidi Jordan Nov. 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gibson Centre, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston CONTACT: Joan Warren, 705-434-9904 or warren012@ sympatico.ca COST: $35 members, $50 non-members For watercolour or pastel, representational, animal portraiture.

Hometown Christmas Nov. 19 Victoria Street, Alliston Come wish Mr. Claus a Merry Christmas, take in the annual parade, and enjoy some holiay cheer. Held by the Alliston Business Improvement Association, this fun family event kicks of the season with a fantastic atmosphere, amazing shopping, great food, and activities for both the young and young at heart. Rurban.com

FRIGHTFULLY FUN OCTOBER 29 BEETON AND TOTTENHAM

Matt Dusk Christmas Show Nov. 25, 8 p.m. Gibson Centre, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston CONTACT: 705-435-2828 COST: Tickets available soon Matt Dusk is one of Canada’s most beloved male vocalists and will focus on holiday favourites during this not-to-bemissed show.

Base Borden Christmas Craft Show Nov. 26, 9 a.m. 2p.m. Buell Gym, Base Borden Enjoy holiday vendors, crafts, snacks, and more, all in support of of the Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign. All the proceeds from the craft show to a local charity.

Skyliners Big Band Dec. 2, 6 p.m. Gibson Centre, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston CONTACT: 705-435-2828, gibsoncentre.com Dinner and dance! Skyliners’ Big Band is a favourite with both dancing and listening audiences. Comprised of 17 top musicians and the dazzling vocalist Maria Branje, the band performs all of the big band era favourites by Miller, Dorsey, Basie, Ellington, Kenton as well as more contemporary hits. With hundreds of well-rehearsed songs in the book, the Skyliners’ Big Band has the selection to keep everyone dancing & listening long into the night. This performance will focus on some holiday favourites.

HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS NOVEMBER 19 ALLISTON

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Nothing says fall is here, like the smell of fresh-from-the-oven apple baked goods. Sigrids Bakery has counters laden with mouthwatering cakes, cookies, breads, and fall must have favourites like apple studel, apple pecan crumble, apple rum and plum pateries, apple turnovers, Austian apple cakes and of course our delicious apple pies! The business owner dished on various topics, from the secret of Sigrid’s long term success and running a family bakery since 1983, & the importance of baking from scratch. “Quality is a must for us, we bake everything from scratch using the best ingredients available, we never take shortcuts. My parents, who originally started the business taught me these valuable lessons” A.H:

“Our bakery is traditional European. We specialize in German Baked

Goods. The idea was to bring a touch of Europe to Barrie. Since 2004 my Husband Brian and I have run the shop and now our three children Tim (in Sales), Patrick and Jessica (Baker Apprentice) are all helping out.” Being a European bake shop, everything made at Sigrid’s uses a lot less sugar, and they only use fresh yeast, butter, and unbleached flour. Their cakes contain real Butter cream unless otherwise requested and due to dietary trends 100% Gluten free Breads, Cakes and pastries are available and lets not forget their awesome diabetic cheesecake and famous chocolate chip as well raison oatmeal cookies. AH: Actually, a lot of our pasties have always been naturally Gluten free and we have to remind our loyal customers that we haven’t

“I like to offer some dessert advice. Savor every bite of your favorite pastry and do not feel guilty about it. Desserts are like all good things in life - they need to be enjoyed in moderation but everyone deserves to treat themselves”.

changed our recepies. It’s just a bonus that they are Glutin Free and taste “das schmeckt lecker!” (translation: tastes delicious) Enjoy the little tearoom with a scrumptious sandwich on home baked bread, the popular goulash soup followed by a treat with a german coffee or tea. Sigrid’s Cafe & Fine Bakery is located at 10 Ross Street, Barrie. For more information and to place your orders for the holidays call sigridsbakery 705-726-0121 or visit sigridsbakery.com

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T his is C anada We don’t just dutifully sip wine at sedate tastings and wax poetic on terroir, tannins and the flavour profiles of oak barrels. No, here we explore, we venture, we quest, and then we’re rewarded with the fruits of the vine. Six wonderful wine adventures are yours to experience in the Georgian Triangle. These excursions have been purposely designed to reconnect your spirit with the great outdoors and the blessings of the grape. Who else would combine helicopter flights, cycling, kayaking, waterfall hikes and chartered cruises with the tasting room and a vineyard tour? Only a true Canadian adventurer. Looking for a little adrenaline to pair with your next varietal? Here’s what lies in store for you.

Waterfall Walk & Wine Tour: 3-hour tour Former Forest Ranger Peter de Vries is your guide on this half-mile narrated walk to the beautiful Eugenia and Hoggs Falls in the Beaver Valley. Travel on one of three luxury air conditioned high-backed mini buses through the picturesque Beaver Valley as De Vries regales your party with stories of wolves, history of the land, how the falls were formed and the resurgence of the 46 | GoodLife South Simcoe - Fall 2016

Bald Eagle in the valley after the banning of DDT and toxic chemicals. De Vries, a forest ranger in Alqonquin Park for decades, is a fount of information on the geologic structures of the Niagara Escarpment and the unexpected gold rush that sprung up in the valley in the mid-1800s. Travel past Old Baldy before arriving at the Georgian Hills Vineyard for some delicious wine sampling. Guests are picked up in Blue Mountain Village from Friday through Sunday at 1 p.m. $55. For reservations, call 705-445-5267 or email info@summerbound.ca.

Wine & Cheese Cruise: 90-minute cruise Bon Voyage! Ascend the gangway for an hour-and-a-half cruise on scenic Georgian Bay aboard the steel hulled 65-foot Huronic vessel. Holding up to 70 passengers strong, the Huronic launches from Collingwood Harbour and cruises the southern coast of Georgian Bay while you sit back and enjoy picturesque vistas from both indoor and outdoor seating on two separate decks. Don’t worry about those sea legs, en route you’ll cast all your worries overboard as you sample four different local wines

Helicopter Flight & Wine Tasting: 90-minute flight Buckle up for the adventure of your life as an R66 Turbine chopper spirits you from Air 44 Base at Collingwood Airport above the beautiful Niagara Escarpment. Your pilot, Marcus Vogel, will take you soaring west at a cruising speed of 222 km/h up the scenic Pretty River Valley to the verdant vineyards of the Georgian Hills Winery. You’ll land right at the vineyard for a most gratifying visit to the tasting room. There you’ll sample a diverse selection of locally produced wines paired with a selection of ripe fruits and luscious gourmet cheeses. The heady return flight takes your party over the dramatic shoreline of Georgian Bay, buzzing above Blue Mountain Village and around the iconic Collingwood Har-

SNOWSHOEING & WINE TASTING: 3 hours If there’s an early snowfall, fear not, there are still wine adventures to be had. Free Spirit Tours offers a spectacular guided snowshoe adventure in the Kolapore Uplands Wilderness Area on the famous Bruce

paired with delicious artisanal cheeses. Collingwood Charters is your host as you choose from European Vinifera varietals such as Riesling, Chardonnay, Gamay Noir and Pinot Noir or French American Hybrids, Seyval Blanc, Vidal Blanc, Maréchal Foch and Baco Noir, all the alchemy of winemaker Lindsay Puddicombe, an expert in cool climate viticulture. Cruises run Wednesdays from May until Thanksgiving weekend. $49.95 plus tax per person. Launching at: Hurontario Street and Sidelaunch Way by the LCBO in Collingwood. Phone: 705-443-1124. Email: collingwoodcharters@live.ca

bour. Your flight concludes again at Air 44 Base at the Collingwood Airport, leaving you exhilarated and oh so satisfied. It’s simply the most memorable wine tasting you’ll ever experience. Flight and wine for $199. Book directly on BigBlueAir’s website at www.bigblueair.com or call 705441-2538. Email: info@bigblueair.com Note: Weight restrictions apply – 260 pounds max per passenger to a maximum of 1,000 pounds for all passengers. The minimum age per passenger is five years old. The helicopter seats four passengers, with three in the back and one up front. Seating is based on weight and balance considerations and is determined at the time of boarding. LOCATION: Collingwood Regional Airport, 1997 Concession 6N RR4, Clearview Township.

Trail. Trek through the bush to the 12 acres of grapevines at Georgian Hills Vineyard, then warm your tootsies at the fire as you enjoy four local wines and cheeses. Dress in layers and bring your camera for this one. Snowshoes and transportation from Blue Mountain or Collingwood included. $70 per person, two-person minimum. For bookings, contact 705-444-3622.

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PADDLE & WINE: 2.5 hours including 1 paddle The lazy Beaver River in Heathcote is your watery course as you drift downstream with the current on a secluded one-hour selfguided paddle through the scenic Beaver Valley. Choose your mode of transportation from a selection of three vessels – a Necky kayak, Novacraft canoe or a Kahuna SUP (stand up paddleboard.) Life jackets and all safety equipment included. Meet at the bridge in Heathcote (30-minute drive from Blue Mountain.) Taking one of two routes from Blue Mountain, up the escarpment and through the apple orchards of the Beaver Valley or along the shores of Georgian Bay. When you arrive, choose your craft and Free Spirit Tours will ferry you upstream by van where you’ll put in after a quick lesson with basic instructions. Paddle back to the bridge on flat calm waters then hop in your car for the five-minute journey to the

Gondola, Pedal & Paddle - Blue Mountains: 4-7 hours Adrenaline junkies, this is the adventure for you. A full day of gondola riding, cycling up and down the Niagara Escarpment (a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve), noshing and paddling down the Beaver River with the ultimate reward of a wine tasting en route. Start your day at the Blue Mountain Activity Central in the guests services building at Blue Mountain Resort. Pick up your gondola ticket, lunch voucher, self-guided map and paddling ticket, and then head to the gondolas only steps away. Rent a bike, or bring your own (Hybrid and mountain bikes recommended. Helmets required.) Staff will load your bikes on the gondola for you. Your adventure begins as you’re carried aloft on an open-aired Gondola up the mountain where you can gaze in awe at the bird’s-eye views of Ontario’s best ski hills. Atop the mountain, pause to take in the pan-

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Georgian Hills Vineyard where you will be treated to a welcome bubbly and three local wines paired with cheese and crackers. Platters of cured meats, fruits, crostini, pickles, cheeses, charcuterie and homemade preserves are also available for purchase. This is an easy, beginner-friendly paddle in stable (short and wider) recreational boats. Guides available upon request for an additional fee (book in advance for guides.) Must be 19plus years of age. Price is $58 per person plus tax. For bookings, contact Free Spirit Tours 519-599-2268 or Activity Central at Blue Mountain at 705443-5522. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May-October, seven days a week until Thanksgiving weekend. Location: 236720 Grey Road 13, Heathcote. Note: The rural address of Grey Rd 13 is often not found on GPS. Call for directions or use Google maps to find the small hamlet of Heathcote. Free Spirit Tours is right at the bridge in town. You can’t miss it. oramic views of Georgian Bay before mounting your bike and taking to the breathtaking trails. Forty kilometres of scenic beauty awaits as you cycle past apple orchards in Ontario’s apple capital and through the Beaver Valley countryside. Blackbird Pie Company is your lunch stop before you gear up for the gentle paddle down Beaver River (one-hour paddle). Cycle back along the Georgian Trail to the Village or take a side trip to the Georgian Hills Vineyard for a quick tasting before returning. Cost is $60 per person plus tax and includes map, gondola ride, lunch voucher and paddle ticket. Daily, May to October during gondola hours. Additional fee of $5 per person for a Simply Sampling Tasting of four wines at Georgian Hills Winery (if applicable). Guides available for extra fees, if requested. For bookings, go to Activity Central at Blue Mountain or call 705-443-5522.

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s our nights grow cooler and we reluctantly dig out the sweaters, there are still plenty of reasons to celebrate the season that lies between swimming and skiing. It’s apple harvest time! Now in its ninth year, the Apple Pie Trail is a self-guided culinary food trail with 40 fabulous whistle stops from Creemore to Meaford that celebrate the scrumptious Ontario apple. Apple production drives much of the economy in the region and while the trail goes year-round, the fall is always the highlight because the picking season is in full swing and fall colours are at their peak. Kristin Ellis of The Blue Mountain Village Association, the group that publishes the trail’s map, says “Grey County is the most concentrated apple growing area in Canada. Each of the 40 trail stops have been thoroughly screened to ensure that vendors and farms are either cooking or working with local apples.” By dawn ritchie

40 DELICIOUS APPLE-INSPIRED TRAIL STOPS There are six major vicinities along the scenic trail route and conquering one or two towns per day may be the best way to approach this embarrassment of riches. At the southern end, there’s the Creemore & Stayner leg. A little further north brings you to the Collingwood, Craigleith and Blue Mountain Village trail. The Beaver Valley – just to the west is the heart of the applegrowing region – and not to be missed, the Clarksburg, Thornbury and Meaford destination that lies at the north end of the map and offers a winery as well. To help visitors manage all the excitement, The Blue Mountain Village Association is now working on creating daily itineraries to curate visitors’ adventures. PLANNING YOUR ITINERARY A typical day trip could start with breakfast at a café with apple pancakes before heading to an artisan’s gallery to view exhibits of paintings and jewelry with an apple orchard theme. Next, onto a cidery or honey house to acquire some Apple Cinnamon Creamed Honey for the pantry. Later browse through a local cheese shop that serves apple smoked cheddar and stir the appetite for a lunch of curried apple and ginger soup. After lunch, a pit stop at a local coffee shop for a caramel apple latte

revs the engine before an afternoon of apple picking. Wind down the day’s exploits with a leisurely dinner of apple smoked ribs (Trail Stop #28), roasted salmon with apple lentil salad (Stop #32) or another apple-inspired menu at one of the many excellent restaurants on the trail. PICK YOUR OWN Two pick-your-own orchards are cited on this culinary trail: T&K Ferri Orchards and Farmer’s Pantry, both in Clarksburg. T&K Ferri (Trail Stop #21) is an award-winning orchard known for it’s high intensity planting system. The Farmer’s Pantry (Trail Stop #22) is activity central with tons of things for the kids to do. ACTIVITIES There the family can enjoy a wagon ride and game of mini-putt in the orchard, visit a petting zoo, negotiate a rope maze and blow off steam on a sand mountain. There are candy apple dips and calf roping … and for the adults, the lovely market to peruse. But everywhere along the trail there are activities to be enjoyed. A cooking class in Creemore is at The Mad Maple Country Inn (Stop #1.) Two museums offer the history of the apple industry and tools used in the harvest (Stop #18 & 37) or one can view apple knit textiles at the Meaford Museum at the Harbour. GoodLifeMagazine.ca | 51

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it. This royal Red Prince is a cross between a Golden Delicious and a Jonathan, and while it is picked in the fall, it won’t ripen until January or February. It needs to be “cellared” for three months to develop its sweet and tangy flavour profile, much like a fine wine does. Pick up a Red Prince Apple Pie at the Thornbury Bakery Café, (Stop #31 on the trail.) The bakery is even generous enough to supply itsrecipe.

SAMPLE A NEW APPLE VARIETY But perhaps the best part of hitting the Apple Pie Trail is the opportunity to sample a vast variety of different apples from Ginger Golds, Jersey Macs and Paula Reds to Ambrosias, Tolman Sweets and Russets. Many consumers have only ever eaten four or five types of apple, because that’s all grocers carry, when in fact there are more than 7,000 types of apples grown worldwide. The Apple Pie Trail thankfully has its fair selection, including the rare and fabulous winter apple, the Red Prince, grown only in Thornbury. Exclusive to Binkley Apples, a sponsor the Apple Pie Trail, the Red Prince was brought over from Holland. No one else in Canada has the rights to grow or distribute

ORGANIC APPLES Those seeking organic apples will definitely want to pull in to The AppleTop Farm (Trail Stop #23) in The Beaver Valley, open every day 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (except Tuesdays) from September to October. Only seven minutes from Clarksburg (two concessions down,) AppleTop is the only certified organic grower currently on the trail. They have 27 acres of apples and sell Paula Reds, McIntosh, Galas, Empires, Cortlands, Ambrosia, Jona Golds and Northern Spy right out of their rustic old barn on the property. AppleTop also carries organic baby applesauce, cider vinegar, sweet cold-pressed cider and other organic fare. This is the trail stop where free (yet priceless) educational sessions on organic grow-

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ing are offered. It’s a casual lesson about good stewardship of the land according to grower Helena Johnson. “People are really curious about what we do,” she says. “So we take them into the orchard and let them ask questions.” Johnson insists that apples should be handled with care. “Apples should never touch the ground and should be picked carefully. Handle them like eggs. You don’t want bruises.” Call (519) 599-6177 for lesson times. BREWERIES, VINEYARDS & BAKERIES If refreshments at a winery or local brewery are more appealing, dusty trail-goers can enjoy a cold one and still leave with a bag full of brewery-made Spent Grain Apple Doggy Biscuits for Rover (Stop #11). “The dogs just love them,” says Ellis. Two vineyards on the trail offer hard cider and an outstanding “Ida Red Frozen to the Core” dessert wine (Georgia Hills Vineyard: Trail Stop #20). For kids: apple slushies (Ravenna Market: #19) and ice pops (Currie’s Farm Market: #10) are to be found along the route. PIE FROM SCRATCH! Getting down to the ‘core’ ingredient of the Apple Pie Trail is of course that iconic Canadian dessert. No day trip would be complete without filling the shopping bags with homemade apple pies, crumbles and apple butters from a farm stand. “There are places like Grandma Lambe’s, Blackbird Pie and Giffen’s Country Market just pumping out pies all day long,” says Kristin Ellis. Which means just before bed, there’s the reward of that sinfully good slice of pie to feast on.

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Each of the 40 trail stops have been thoroughly screened to ensure that vendors and farms are either cooking or working with local apples.

The Apple Pie Trail may be the ultimate Canadian day trip – the changing leaves, the crunch of a crisp apple and a whole lot of rural Canadiana thrown in. Is it of any wonder that it received the premiere’s award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence?

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By Reid Heikamp

iana Harding-Tucker has taken her images and manipulated them in a way that is her own style of mixed media.

Photographer is an artist of her own creation

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“Some people think my work is painting because I use a lot of pastels in my work … so they’re surprised when they see they’re not paintings,” says Harding-Tucker. She uses hand-colouring to inject life into her black and white prints. This manual way of adding colour, combined with her photography, creates a unique image. “I do a lot of abstracts in photography,” says Harding-Tucker. “I have tricks of light in my still lifes and I think people like them because they couldn’t tell how I did them.” To get to this point, Harding-Tucker has taken a journey of self-taught experimentation. University was when she started to play around in the darkroom, but she didn’t realize her interest until she moved to the mountains of California. Left on her own most of the time, she started her body of work. “My friend had a camera so I borrowed the camera and I started taking pictures and people showed a huge interest in them.”

When she returned to Toronto, she worked as a theatre photographer, working in black and white. She spent years developing her skills in the darkroom. Later she started shooting still life. “I liked them but they were still missing something,” she says. While visiting an art supply store, she came across prints of Parisian pastels from the 19th century. “I started playing with the colour on my black and white images and that really took off … people loved them.” From there, she networked with other artists, became a member of the Society of Canadian Artists, president of Ontario Society of Artists and, after moving to Simcoe County, she got involved with the South Simcoe Arts Council. Moving away from still life, Harding-Tucker has gravitated toward panoramic images of large landscapes. This is a hint back to her time in California where she photographed trees, lakes and mountain environments. “I’m starting to do a bit of conceptual stuff where the owl is taking part in a lot of my photographs to do with the environment,” says Harding-Tucker. “… sort of a message

to go along with pristine environments because the owl is the one bird that, if it disappears, it’s because the forest is dead.” She attributes this interest in nature to her background in science. “My whole family were scientists exceptthey did some art as well.” An exhibit she was featured in two years ago at the Ontario Science Centre explored the concept of how to mix science and art together, entitled Occam’s Razor: Art, Science and Aesthetics. She explains her subject matter for the show as “something that is mysterious that happens in nature.” “I try to photograph things that are anomalies in nature, like eclipses or a sundog,” she says.

Her current interest is capturing the egret. Harding-Tucker has been travelling to Texas in the winter to photograph birds during migration season. “These birds dance, they’re just incredible … so I photograph them for a while until I get something I want, if they want to stay around long enough,” she says with a laugh. Harding-Tucker plans to use the egret as the subject for a sculpture, a dream she has yet to realize. “I’m not quite sure what to do with the photographs yet,” says Harding-Tucker. “I’m not really interested in just the bird. I get an idea around the bird. I allow the object to draw me in.”

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Wine ... online Specialty bottles now available with a click, but also found in LCBO boutique stores By Michael Pinkus

he LCBO has been dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century, offering up two new initiatives to their customers. One began in May 2015 and the other just this past July and – for those in Muskoka and surrounding area – only one might apply to you directly, but you just might be interested in the other. Back in 2015, the LCBO started opening special country themed boutiques. To refresh your memory, the Ontario system of alcohol sales contains a number of wine agents who bring in wines for both Private Order and on Consignment. Some of those wines sit in the LCBO warehouse waiting for restaurants and private customers to order them from said agent, but never see the light of day at the retail level. Well, the LCBO opened up a new channel for these wines and has called them “Products of the World Specialty Boutiques.” These are stores-within-a-store and carry all the products in the system (LCBO and agent) in one location from a particular country. The problem is you have to go to the store to get them, and they are not available through the new on-line ordering system ... which brings me to my next big news. You did read that correctly, the LCBO now allows you to 58 | GoodLife South Simcoe - Fall 2016

order on-line for either home delivery (for a fixed delivery charge) or to the store nearest you (for free). Online wine shopping is huge south of the border, both direct from the winery and through various retailers (like Amazon) or wine clubs (like Virgin Wine). This trend continues to grow as more and more people become comfortable with giving their personal details online and shopping without the need for actually handling what they’re buying. Now granted, it’s not all their products. “Up to 5,000” qualify, but it is a step in the right direction for a retailer that has been sorely lacking in innovative ideas and has generally stuck with a 1920s mentality when it comes to the sale of booze. A list of specialty stores can be found on HelloLCBO.com (search for ‘Products of the World Specialty Boutiques’) and includes: Greek, Portugal, Spain, Chile, Argentina, Asia, New Zealand, Australia and Kosher wines, with more being added in the future. Looking for wines more readily available, check out this month’s top six Vintages picks. 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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Driving along a quiet, country road past fields, streams and expansive countryside, the town of Middleburg seems as unassuming as its name would imply. As the view changes from pastoral, rolling greens to large country homes, it becomes clear there is something more than middle-class about Middleburg. Located in Loudoun County, North Virginia, the

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town of Middleburg has a reputation as the “Nation’s Horse and Hunt Capital.” Dating back to 1787, the town and the surrounding countryside have been known as the holiday playground of the wealthy and elite. John F. Kennedy had a vacation home here where he spent time with Jackie and the children. F. Scott Fitzgerald was known to visit, as were a number of presidents who passed through the doors of a well-known local inn. »

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The Salamander Resort rises from the verdant Virginia landscape like any proper country mansion should.

The quaint streets of historic Middleburg remain home to houses and structures from a time gone by, and the charming downtown streets a delight to stroll and shop any time of year. Just through the main part of Middleburg, and down a meandering drive we find The Salamander Resort & Spa. I had heard nothing but good things before I arrive, but could not help but be impressed by the vista that greets me. Huge expanses of green countryside cut by a long, lingering lane that leads guests to the front door. In the distance, the stables, gardens and the forest edge. The Salamander Resort rises from the verdant Virginia landscape like any proper country mansion should. Surrounded by 340 acres, the sprawling grounds include horse stables, equestrian centre, culinary garden, pool, tennis courts, miles of walking trails and a view across undulating green. 62 | GoodLife South Simcoe - Fall 2016

Inside the hotel finds me no less impressed. This is a resort built in the style of a grand, old hotel. Gleaming floors, soaring ceilings, impressive artwork and opulent furniture. Large common rooms just off the lobby are enjoying the last light of the day; doors flung open to the patio and “Grand Lawn” beyond. Opened in 2013, Salamander Hotels & Resorts is a privately owned and operated company based in Middleburg, Virginia. Founded by entrepreneur and philanthropist Sheila C. Johnson in 2005, the company owns, manages and develops hotels, resorts and inns that reflect the authenticity and character of their surrounding environment. The Salamander Resort & Spa is the flagship of a group of six resorts: Tryon Resort in North Carolina, Innisbrook Resort, Reunion Resort and Hammock Beach Resort in Florida, and The Henderson in Destin, Florida opening later this year. Each is designed to reflect the area and environment in which it is located. The owner, Sheila C. Johnson, is noteworthy in her own right. Johnson is the entrepreneur who co-founded (and later sold) the BET television network, is part-owner of three sports teams in the NHL, NBA and WNBA and has the distinction of being “the second wealthiest black female in the United States.” The inspiration for The Salamander is Johnson’s own nearby Virginia farm, and the horse country theme is repeated in details throughout the property. There are 168 luxurious rooms and suites, fashioned by renowned designer Thomas Pheasant. The Salamander’s grounds and amenities are nothing short of luxurious. After a day tasting wines, or on a trail ride, the perfect stop is the spa. The 23,000 square foot spa in corporates wellness and fitness bringing together the best of traditional and alternative medicines in a relaxing, personalized resort setting. There are 14

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treatment rooms, many with a private outdoor terrace; but the showstopper is the spa courtyard and its infinity edge pool, whirlpool and private cabanas. The main restaurant, with its unique octagonal-shaped 42-foot-high ceiling, combines extraordinary views with exceptional cuisine from the Virginia Piedmont region. The Resort also features a state-of-the-art Cooking Studio providing a special opportunity for guests to partake in “hands-on” culinary classes with renowned chefs. The Billiard Room and Wine Bar offer an entering gathering place for all. Guests can also visit over 50 nearby vineyards located within 60 minutes of the Resort. After check-in, with some time before dinner, the “Living Room” is a light and airy, opulent space even more improved by the view outside. As darkness sets in and we wander to the dining room, we see some younger guests taking advantage of fireside s’mores service at the large outdoor firepit.

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stroll from the main hotel building. Here riders, experienced and new, can take advantage of a variety of classes and programs. Book a trail ride, take part in a clinic from some of the best riders in the country, learn the secrets of horse whispering, learn to play polo, or join the sunrise yoga class in the stable.

The wineries From our luxurious base at The Salamander, we are perfectly situated to explore the up-and-coming wine region that is Loudoun County, Virginia. This is a young wine region – but I think we Ontarians know how to approach and support new wineries – with the first vines being planted in 1981. The area formerly supported successful orchards, and although the first few who tried may have failed, there are now 40 award-winning wineries, in this county alone, dotted through the pretty landscape. With its proximity to Washington D.C., just 40 kilometres away, it’s easy to see why this has become the “nation’s” country playground. The wineries are all within a short drive, approaching from either Middleburg or Dulles, and take you through winding roads

and along mountainsides, past horse farms and historic estates. You can rent a car, or take advantage of one of several companied offering winery tours by bus, sedan charter, or limousine.

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The annual Classic Car and Truck Show took over the Tottenham Conservation Area, drawing in car enthusiasts from near and far.

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Golfers hit the links July 15 for the, dinner and auction. The event raised $412,000, bringing the net total raised in the history of the tournament to more than $5.3 million. Debbie Watson, Bev Shaw, Sandy Higgins, Sharon Murphy. Coun. Ron Henderson, CAO Greg Murphy.

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11. Neil and Freddie Mathieson.

At a time when many stylist’s careers are slowing down, Ivo Tiberio Master Colourist & Stylist of 32 years, owner of GRAVITY SALON and Educator for GOLDWELL & KMS is busier than ever! Educating commitments are allowing him to bring new creative ideas and concepts to hairdressers everywhere. This exposure has enriched his career, enhanced his technique, and helped shape his passion for his profession.

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...attracting what matters

IVO TIBERIO

Master Colourist. Stylist & Owner

Any salon can say...

“AwArd winning SAlon” ...so can we.

Our SalOn haS attracted the

MOSt GOldWell and KMS artIStS In canada we have...

Jamie Dennis

Esther Timewell

Stacey Baldwin

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Educators

Educating stylist in top salons across Canada!

Artists

Educating stylist in top salons across North America!

and... • GOLDWELL Global Zoom Canadian Gold Winner • Canadian Colourist of the Year • GOLDWELL certified Master Colorist • Colour Specialist • Texture Specialist • Kerasilk Smoothing Specialist

Lindie Blackwell

Shanna Rose

206 Bradford St. Barrie

Victoria Powell

705.252.3992

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491 Bryne Drive Barrie, ON. 705.735.3337 Barrie, ON. â&#x20AC;˘ 705.735.3337 lazboybarrie.com lazboybarrie.com Call us to take advantage of our award-winning design service. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll work with you to bring your new room together!