Windsor Splurge 2017

splu rge WI N D SO R - ESSEX C O UN T Y

2017 edition

splu rge Publisher Dana Robbins regional General Manager Shaun Sauve

for the little luxuries in life,

general manager Elise Allain

the extras you need to treat yourself to,

Graphic Design Lu-Anne Turner

the quality experts thoughout our region, unique, wonderful finds, hidden treasures,

Project Co-Ordinator Lindsay Malone

and best kept secrets, this is...

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Marketing Executive Marcia Munce Photographer Joe Symchyshyn

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Pure Day Spa.......................................... 76 Salubrity Natural Health........................ 78 Moni Hair Boutique................................ 80 Lombardi’s Classic Barbershop............. 81 Seen Vision Care..................................... 82

w i n er i es & b r ew er i es Walkerville Brewery.............................. 86 North 42 Degrees Estate Wineries......... 88

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th ings to taste Bistro 42................................................... 6 L.A. Town Grill......................................... 8 Beach House Grill................................. 10 Dressed by an Olive, Inc ........................ 12 Riccardo’s Italian Restaurant................. 14 European Market................................... 15

places to go Via Italia BIA.......................................... 18 Anna’s Flowers....................................... 20 Serenity Lavender.................................. 22 The Windsor Club................................... 24

th ings to buy Ten Thousand Villages............................ 28 Rosser Reeves........................................ 30 Bvogue Boutique.................................... 32 Finders to Keepers................................. 34 Priscilla’s Presents................................. 36 Ocean Bottom Soap Company................ 38 At Ease Men’s Apparel........................... 40

Clyde Hatch Boutique............................. 41 La Boutique............................................ 42 Lazares & Co.......................................... 43 The Suit Shop Co. Ltd............................. 44 Blimey’s British Store & Gift Shop......... 45 Diane Shoes............................................ 46

Paglione Estate Winery.......................... 90

peopl e t o k n ow Barb Manery, Remax............................. 94 Team Brad Bondy, Remax...................... 96 www.IgoVirtualAssistant.com................ 98

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S p lur g e a t h o m e Nancy Johns Gallery & Framing............ 49 Coulter’s Furniture................................. 50 Forest Glade Fireplaces......................... 52 Essex Home Furnishings........................ 54 Graham’s Paint ‘N’ Paper Place............. 56 The Room at Coulters............................ 58 Bayview Glass & Mirror......................... 60 Casagrande Granite & Marble .............. 62 Essex Appliance Centre.......................... 64 Martindale Window & Door................... 66 Colautti Flooring.................................... 68 International Art Designs....................... 70

ClassPup Behavioural Training............ 101

h e a lth & b o d y

Beach Grove Golf & Country Club

Cabello Hair........................................... 72 Sound Hearing Care............................... 74

The Cabinet Studio back cover.......... 116

Lakeside Animal Hospital..................... 105 Pampered Pet Palace........................... 103

c el eb r a t i on Jeanne Eid Wedding & Events............. 105 Karitas Photography............................ 106 Oak Farms Flower Outlet..................... 108 The Suit Shop Co. Ltd........................... 109 Wharram’s Jewellery........................... 110 Designs by Diane.................................. 112 Beautiful Images.................................. 114

Inside back cover.............................. 115

th i n g s to t a st e Bistro 42 6 L.A. Town Grill 8 Beach House Grill 10 dressed by an Olive, Inc 12 Riccardoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian Restaurant 14 European Market 15

istro 42, an exciting new restaurant, is now open in the heart of Essex wine country. Executive Chef Steve Meehan (pictured left) has crafted a menu rooted in French bistro traditions melded with culinary influences from cultures around the world. The building is just as unique as the menu. Owners Martin Gorski and Suzanne Dajczak drew inspiration from their travels throughout the world, and based the design on the architecture of New Zealand. Designed around the premise of ‘bringing the outdoors in,’ the building features wood, stone, and glass, and boasts a large porch overlooks the vineyards, plus decks front and back with views of the vineyard, lake, and lavender fields. Bistro 42 is open daily for lunch and dinner throughout the year. In addition to a full range of North 42° Estate Winery’s award-winning wines, cocktails and local beers are available. The menu changes seasonally and features fresh produce from the twoacre garden planted for the kitchen. Ingredients not grown on sight will be

Bistro 42 130 County Road 50 E. HaRRow 519-984-2684

locally sourced where ever possible. In addition to seasonal selections featuring fresh ingredients, North 42° Estate Winery’s Sommelier, Leslie Meloche, carefully pairs each menu item with suggested wines. Bistro 42 provides another opportunity for guests to relax and enjoy the hospitality of North 42° Estate Winery—Purveyors of Good Times and Fine Wines.

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pen since late 2013 in Urban Selections Plaza (5975 Malden Rd.), L.A. Town Grill has become a favourite among not only LaSalle residents, but food lovers in the surrounding areas as well. This is not a surprise, considering that the unique dining establishment is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner, includes both senior and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s selections, and offers an array of menu options sure to suit every palate. Among some of the favourites are lightly battered, crispy halibut and chips, juicy steaks, tender rack of lamb, and sweet and savoury crepes. Diners can also enjoy a tasty and abundant all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet served each Saturday and Sunday. Owner Tony Gjura strives to create a warm and welcoming experience, so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised if you arrive as a guest and leave as a friend. The restaurant environment is a charming mix of trendy and family-friendly, perfectly suited for meeting with colleagues, gathering with family, or enjoying a romantic

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evening. The recent addition of The Grille Room, a beautifully decorated, contemporary banquet area which can accommodate up to 80 patrons, has become a favourite site for private soirees and functions such as engagement parties, bridal showers, and family celebrations.

5975 MAlden rOAd 5, lAsAlle 519-250-8383 www.lAtOwngrill.cOM 8

Arrive As A guest, leAve As A friend!

Beach House Grill 70 PArk St., kingSville 519-712-9335 www.beAchhouSegrill.cA

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ife’s better at the beach” … That was our first thought when choosing this location for our new venture. Whether you are visiting Kingsville for the first time or you are a long-time local; at Beach House Grill, it’s not just about the food, it’s the experience from the moment you step out of your car and feel the warmth of the sun and the relaxing sound of the waves of Lake Erie. Enjoy your meal from inside the restaurant surrounded by a fun nautical design or on the patio taking in the view of the lake while sipping a glass of wine or a piňa colada Pull up a chair and get ready for our team to knock your socks off with amazing food from our unique, large menu with plenty of items that are sure to please all ages. We would love for you to join us after a long day’s work or for your more special occasions. Stay up to speed with all our cool weekly features- visit us on Facebook! Have your beach and eat it too!

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Who inspired you? My parents and my sister Deb ultimately ignited my love for the business. Growing up in our family restaurant (Country Boy Tavern, St. Joachim), my siblings and I were expected to work in the business. Never would I have ever imagined that this industry would become my passion! Three Generations Working with family is not always the easiest thing. My mother had always taught me to pay attention to every little detail, whether it was as small as how to properly clean a table or how to achieve ultimate customer satisfaction. Her famous line that I heard throughout my entire life was “the customer is always right”. This quote has become the saying that I now live by and the message I have passed down to my daughter who is now following in my footsteps. Although she continues to work in the family business, I am happy that she is also pursuing a university degree. We will just have to wait and see where her true passion lies.

What’s the secret to your success? I would never be able to run the restaurant on my own, my husband plays a huge role in the success of our business. He is the captain of the ship in the kitchen, although he could not do it without our amazing team. Each and every staff member brings something valuable to the table. We are always thankful for the endless dedication and hard work from our employee’s. “I am passionate about my business and that shows in everything I do!!” Proprietors David and Patty Bosco

In the know; Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily. Takeout and Gift Cards Available hourS: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 8-8 Wednesday: 8-8 Thursday: 8-8

Friday: 8-9 Saturday: 8-9 Sunday: 8-8

dressed by an Olive, Inc 366 MAnning Rd, TecuMseh 519-735-1772 3863 dougAll Ave. WindsoR 519-966-1775 WWW.dRessedbyAnolive.coM

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he olive tree is surely the richest gift of heaven” - Thomas Jefferson, letter to James Ronaldson, 1813. dressed by an Olive wants to change your oil ways. We are Essex County’s Premier Olive Oil Tasting Room, but we are not just about Olive Oil. We have a wide selection of Red and White Balsamic Vinegars and flavoured (infused) olive oils. We have expanded our ready-to-bake food items to include cabbage rolls, different gourmet lasagnas and arancini (Sicilian rice balls). We source fresh local ingredients when we prepare our food, such as The Butcher of Kingsville, Cara Pasta Noodles, Galati Cheese and The Mushroom Hub. We support small local businesses such as Robbie’s Gourmet Sausage Company and Little Foot Foods and My Choice Natural / Log Home Body Soap. We want to create a unique food shopping experience in which the customer can sample the product, and also offer products that are not available in Windsor-Essex County. Tasting before you buy is all the fun! Experience a fresh bold taste when you sample Tuscan Herb Olive Oil and Sicilian Lemon Balsamic Vinegar, Persian Lime Olive Oil and Cranberry Pear Balsamic, and so much more! We will help you make the right choices to make your food simply delicious. After all, the Olive is a fruit with proven health benefits. Enjoy

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1) What is Ocean Wise recommended fish? It is fish that is caught ethically and sustainably to preserve ocean wildlife. We sell Wild Canadian Sockeye Salmon, Seasonal Salmon, Albacore Sushi Grade Tuna Loin, Sablefish, and crate caught Side Stripe Shrimp. 2) What is an Olive Oil Tasting Room? It is much like a wine tasting room except you taste different olive oils, or as we like to call it, olive juice. Each olive has a name and country of origin which gives each one a unique colour, taste and character. Our Extra Virgin Olive Oil is third party lab tested, so we give you the chemistry, sensory evaluation, crush date and country of origin. 3) What makes dressed by an Olive different from brand name olive oils? We sell only fresh unfiltered Extra Virgin Olive Oil that is not refined. The

refining process destroys the good antioxidants known as polyphenols and the taste. When you come in, you will be experiencing the taste of a fresh olive. 4) What are the health benefits when you consume fresh unfiltered olive oil? 200+ micronutrients, polyphenols and oleocanthal that are retained. Oleocanthal is a natural component that acts as an anti-inflammatory to help reduce inflammation. 5) Why did you open an Olive Oil Tasting Room? To talk the truth about olive oil and give the consumer a unique and personal shopping experience. We love educating our customers because we feel good about giving you the best. We feel olive oil should be a staple ingredient in your kitchen. The health benefits are proven and it tastes great.

ocated in beautiful Amherstburg, Ontario. Riccardo’s is really well worth the drive and discovering for yourself. Ricarrdo’s is a genuine family-run Italian restaurant that encapsulates true Italian hospitality. We are small, intimate and homey serving broad selection of Italian home-style cuisine, exquisite homemade pasta, delectable homemade desserts and good Italian wines. CIAO

Riccardo’s Italian Restaurant 65 Sandwich St. n. amherStburg

519-736-4333

www.riccardoSitalian.com enjoy the beSt italian food in amherStburg! 14

European European Market Market 5415 Tecumseh Rd. e. WindsoR 519-915-4466 5415 Tecumseh Rd. e. WindsoR 519-915-4466 WWW.euRopeanmaRkeT.ca WWW.euRopeanmaRkeT.ca

little bit of Europe in little bit of Europe in Windsor Windsor From the moment you From walk in the yourmoment senses you will walk in your senses will be overwhelmed. be overwhelmed. We pride ourselves in carrying We pride ourselves in carrying an extensive variety of over 1000’s an extensive variety of over 1000’s of imported foods, smoked meats, of imported foods, smoked meats, sausages and cheese.. We always sausages and cheese.. We always have samples at our deli counter or have samples at our deli counter or ask one of our friendly staff to give ask one of our friendly staff to give you a taste. you a taste. Our hot table includes schnitzel, Our hot table includes schnitzel, goulash soup, soup of the day, goulash soup, soup of the day, pierogis, various crepes and much pierogis, various crepes and much more. more. You mustn’t leave without trying You mustn’t leave without trying one of our delicious made in house one of our delicious made in house desserts, from tortes, strudel, desserts, from tortes, strudel, paczki’s, cakes, too numerous to paczki’s, cakes, too numerous to name them all. We can also prepare name them all. We can also prepare cakes for all occasions. The flavours cakes for all occasions. The flavours of our creations showcase the true of our creations showcase the true passion in our work. passion in our work. Come in and browse around, Come in and browse around, we promise you will not be we promise you will not be disappointed. disappointed.

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p lac e s to go Via Italia BIA 18 Annaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flowers 20 Serenity Lavender 22 The Windsor Club 24

Windsor’s LittLe itaLy

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erie st. BetWeen LincoLn & Mercer

www.viaitalia.com

envenuti a Via Italia! Located on Erie Street East between Mercer & Lincoln Avenue, Windsor’s Little Italy provides specialized services that are sure to meet every guest’s needs! Via Italia is home to a variety of shops that feature fine linens & housewares, flowers & gifts, and beautiful clothing for both men and women. We are well-equipped to pamper our guests at our many hair and nail salons, barber shops, spas and boutiques. Professional services are also available in the area. These include alterations & shoe repair, grocery shopping, convenience stores, automotive, contracting, heating & cooling, duct cleaning, engineering, travel agencies, accounting, real estate, technology, dental, legal and educational services, tactile vision specialists, pharmacy, retirement living and more! Why not take a trip to Little Italy, and spend some time letting us take care of you? Via Italia is famous for its many delicious restaurants. Visit us and enjoy some of the finest food and beverages that Windsor-Essex has to offer! The diverse restaurant selection in our area includes a wide variety of casual and fine dining. Features include traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine, sushi, barbeque, burgers, pizza, fried chicken and more. You can sip on a cocktail or glass of vino at any of our lovely pubs or lounges, or perk up with coffee and dessert at one of our many charming cafés. A food delivery app is also available in our area for those who wish to delight in our vast menu options from home.

We also have many available choices for those who need to enjoy an amazing Italian treat onthe-go! We feature a number of wonderful bakeries that provide the incredible pastries you know and love for those looking to satisfy a sweet tooth! There are also delis, pasta specialists, and sandwich shops that are fully equipped to service our guests on a tight schedule. Via Italia is also famous for hosting amazing events. It is home to the Carrousel of Nations – Italian Village Festival, the Tour di Via Italia Bike Race Festival, and many other celebrations throughout the warm seasons. We also feature beautiful holiday decorations for those who wish to stroll and browse in the cooler months. See our website for more information on upcoming entertainment! We hope you join us to delight in all of what Via Italia has to offer. Don’t pass up the opportunity to immerse yourself in a little taste of Italy, right here in the Rose City! Via Italia is sure to provide an enchanting experience you will never forget.

nna’s Flowers is located at 1911 Seacliff Drive, on the outskirts of beautiful Kingsville. Home to an unbeatable selection of plants and flowers, gorgeous home and garden décor as well as freshlypicked, local produce. Also available are a number of carefully selected natural food and wellness products, essential to any healthy lifestyle. Family is at the center of our business and our customers are an extension of our family. What began as a small roadside stand selling only produce and hanging baskets has now grown into a large showroom spanning five greenhouses and filled with a large variety of hand-selected products. 44 years and 4 generations later, Anna’s Flowers is responsible for growing and retailing over 4 acres and more than 10,000 varieties of flowers and plants, as well as a tasty selection of local produce. Anna’s Flowers also carries seasonal home and garden décor, hand crafted and customized planters, and always the latest trends in gardening. We also host a number of seasonal DIY workshops throughout the year, suitable for all ages and skill levels. At Anna’s Flowers, our goal is to continue “Growing the Gardener in You!” We strive to provide an experience like no other and to inspire you to live a beautiful and healthy life, both in and outside of your home! Come on by! We’d love to see you!

Anna’s Flowers 1911 Seacliff Drive, KingSville 519-326-3409 www.annaSflowerS.ca

So Much More than a flower Shop!

Serenity Lavender 130 County RoAd 50 E. ColChEStER 519-984-2684 SEREnitylAvEndER.Com A SCEntSAtionAl ExpERiEnCE

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erenity Lavender Farm truly lives up to its name. Enchantingly serene, the farm is only 30 minutes from the bustle of the city but feels as if it is a world away. The Farm boasts two lavender fields and a garden featuring a Lavender Labyrinth. The Serenity Lavender Farm Store has a wide range of lavender products in addition to gifts, jewelry, and dĂŠcor. Lavender is one of the most nostalgic and romantic of fragrances, use of Lavender reaches back to the beginnings of recorded history. Its popularity skyrocketed when Queen Victoria, enamored with this versatile aromatic herb, appointed a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Purveyor of Lavender Essence to the Queen.â&#x20AC;? Lavender became the fragrance of choice among

English ladies, and was also prized for its wide range of uses. A visit to the Serenity Lavender Farm store illustrates many of those uses through the selection of handcrafted products that include essential oils, bath and body, a variety of culinary herbs and seasonings, and teas blended with lavender. Handcrafted products from local and regional artisans, and a range of classes ensure there is something for everyone. Owners Suzanne Dajczak and Martin Gorski have teamed up with other local businesses to develop unique products, and a strong commitment to lavender research which led to a partnership with the University of Guelph. Serenity Lavender Farm is truly a Scensational Experience.

What inspired you to open Serenity Lavender Farm? Serenity Lavender Farm was inspired by our travels, a single lavender plant, and a love of farming and gardening. Martin and I soon recognized that lavender would make an excellent complement to North 42 Degrees Estate Winery.

You make your own lavender products? We do! Our hand harvested lavender is dried for use our culinary and aromatherapy products. Fresh lavender is distilled into essential oil and floral water that is used in our bath and body products.

What are some of the uses for lavender? Lavender is much more than just a pretty plant. It is a powerful herbal remedy that offers both physical and emotional relief for issues as varied as burns, migraines, insomnia, insect bites, stress and anxiety, aching muscles, cuts, and acne. Can lavender be used in cooking? Yes, lavender is very popular in cooking and can be found as an ingredient in restaurants around the world. Lavender lends a floral, slightly sweet flavor to most dishes. Dried buds or fresh flowers are used, and the leaves can be used as a substitute for rosemary.

Are you open year round? We are open seven days a week year round. The fields bloom in June and are at their peak of colour for our annual Lavender Festival the last weekend in June. Plants are available to buy starting each spring. Where can we get more information? Visit serenitylavender.com for news, tips for growing lavender, uses our products, and recipes. Follow Serenity Lavender Farm on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest information on the store, the fields, and upcoming events and classes.

The Windsor Club 2072 RIVERSIDE DR. E, WINDSOR, ON N8Y 1A7

WWW.WINDSOR-CLUB.COM

et to embrace an even stronger future, Windsor & Essex County’s longest standing private member club has been leading the way for exclusive clubs since 1903. Continuing to evolve, a move to a new location on Riverside Drive East in 2015 puts The Windsor Club in the heart of Windsor’s Distillery District where they are seeing a Renaissance of the private member club. With stunning views, waterside terrace and exceptional cuisine, benefits to the membership remain appealing to a variety of demographics, including the young professional. Competitive pricing, streamlined membership categories, experiential, immersive and fun member events, and growing amenities are only a part of The Club’s revival. The continual development of The Windsor Club location and their member services is a large part of the future. This includes the delivery of relevant programming to solve the needs of its diverse membership population while exceeding their changing expectations. Whether one grew up in Windsor, recently moved here or visits the area often for business, The Windsor Club should be a must if you care about expanding your network. Interested in becoming a member? Contact The Windsor Club at 519-258-1465 or admin@windsor-club.com

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Tell us about The Windsor Club? We focus on the needs of business professionals and their spouses. Think boardroom meetings and business lunches but at the same time social and networking experiences. All this to enrich both the private and professional lives of our Members through new relationships, a great view and location and exceptional cuisine! You just recently moved - How would you describe the new location? Stunning. We are the only private club, let alone dining venue offering such an intimate yet spectacular view of the Detroit Skyline. Situated on the iconic Hiram Walker grounds, the building itself has a historical ambiance which coupled with Chefs Jonathan Reaume and Jeremy Fowler’s excellent quality and unique culinary vision, allows our Members exclusive access to an unparalleled Club, dining and event experience.

What are the benefits of membership? Too numerous to list but some favourites include exclusive access to private meeting and dining rooms, world class cuisine, Windsor’s only waterfront terrace and member only social and business networking events and a central location. We also pride ourselves in having reinvented the private membership, meaning no more minimums! We strongly believe that if your Club provides the right atmosphere and dining options that are attractive to Members, they will come, not because they have to spend their minimum, but because they want to be here.

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treasure. - Paulo Coelho

Ten Thousand Villages 28 Rosser Reeves 30 Bvogue Boutique 32 Finders to Keepers 34

t h i n g s t o bu y La Boutique 42

Priscilla’s Presents 36

Lazares & Co. 43

Ocean Bottom Soap Company 38

The Suit Shop Co. Ltd. 44

At Ease Men’s Apparel 40

Blimeys British Store & Gift Shop 45

Clyde Hatch Boutique 41

Diane Shoes 46

Q&A What is Ten Thousand Villages? Ten Thousand Villages is an organization which sells handicrafts from ‘developing’ countries through its network of stores in Canada and the USA. The inspiration for our name came from a Mahatma Gandhi quote “… India is not to be found in its few cities but in the 700,000 villages…” To us each village in the world represents a unique and distinctive people, offering extraordinary products born of their rich cultures and traditions. How are we different from mainstream importers? People first, product second! We deliberately go looking for people who have no marketing connections. In some cases, we buy from artisan who have never made anything they could sell before. We first encourage artisans to make whatever they can from raw materials they have locally available. As we work together, they are able to increase their sophistication. Sometimes, we are able to provide

SIMPLy BEAuTIFuL, SIMPLy FAIR

HOPPING THE WORLD RIGHT HERE AT HOME! ‘A product is not just a thing for sale, it is art with a human touch deep inside.’ This quote is from one of the artisans with whom Ten Thousand Villages has established a fair and respectful working relationship. People are truly at the heart of what we do. Our desire is to help give artisans the hope, dignity, joy and respect that comes from earning a decent living. Ten Thousand Villages’ extensive Fair Trade product line features handcrafted jewelry and personal accessories, natural home décor, and food and skin care products that celebrate both cultural traditions and environmental responsibility. Ten Thousand Villages works together with artisans in healthy business relationships. We purchase products from more than 20,000 individual artisans, represented by 72 groups in 27 countries around the world, giving them fair value for their work. We encourage North American consumers to learn about Fair Trade and to appreciate artisans’ cultural heritage and life circumstances with joy and respect. We use resources carefully and value the volunteers who work in our North American operations.

artisan groups with enough marketing and product design assistance that they are able to attend trade shows and develop other trading relationships. How is a ‘fair wage’ determined? Ten Thousand Villages buyers talk directly with artisan groups. They also talk with other organizations working in the country to learn how much other people in the community earn – farm workers, construction workers, teachers etc. It is Ten Thousand Villages goal to ensure that an artisan’s basic needs for food, clothing, housing, medical care and children’s education are met.

Ten Thousand Villages 624 CHILVER ROAD uNIT 102, WINDSOR 519-255-1293 WWW.TENTHOuSANDVILLAGES.CA

elcome back! Since the last issue a few things have Changed .... Carol Weepers our founder since 1996 is still retired (she still does pop in to bring us a jar of her famous chicken noodle soup!) her daughters Adria and Amy still run the show but... we have rescued a cat named Finnigan and two diamond doves! We have created our own sterling silver customizable bangle line named after our doves “Melee and Dot” they make great gifts for any commemorative occasion and make great bridesmaids gifts at only $49.95 each. A few new lines have joined the team - Waterford crystal from Ireland and Nona from Italy - classic and elegant designs that will take you from jeans to party dress. We are well known for our impeccable craftsmanship and creative staff to remount your old jewelry into trending but timeless pieces. We have an expert watchmaker that does repair on all brands on site.

Rosser Reeves maNNINg & ec RoW, TecUmSeh

519-979-3642

WWW.RoSSeRReeVeS.com 30

We carry GIA certified diamonds at affordable prices and will help you create your very own one of a kind engagement ring and wedding bands. We have unique pieces from Italy - pearls from the south sea or you can celebrate Canada’s 150th with a piece of jewelry made right in Canada. We carry watch lines including Police rodania Pierre Laurent and more - Rolex and Cartier certified pre-owned are available on request. g

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isiting BVogue Boutique is like visiting a friend’s house, a friend with very fashionable taste. Whether you have an important business meeting or just want to be your fashion-forward self on the daily, BVogue is the place for you. It’s not hard to be your authentic self with European lines like these. “Oblique Creations” gives you a chance to let your edgy self out, and show off some of the pieces’ signature cutouts and applications, and “Nuovo Borgo” adds a comfortable, oversized flare to your wardrobe. BVogue will also be featuring a new line this winter that will let you take your elegant taste to a new level. “She’s so” will leave you with a need you didn’t even know was there. You’ll want to RSVP to every party, just to show off your new dress. Whatever the personality, BVogue can match it. Owner, Ewa Biniarz, has been bringing the Windsor-Essex area high-quality European fashion since 2010, and you’ll never leave disappointed. She’ll throw a perfectly paired outfit together, and you’ll feel like it was designed especially for you.

Bvogue Boutique 1614 Lesperance rd. Tecumseh 226-676-0105

olks who visited Finders to Keepers and greetings by Boo the Weim were disappointed when lifestyle changes in 2016 forced Michele, owner and proprietor since 2008, to close the gates on the popular destination. After settling into her new residence, she was approached by the Young family, long time owners of Leamington Home Hardware, and soon Finders to Keepers was resurrected under their roof. Michele continues to be buyer and decorator, seeking unique items for the popular giftware section of the store. A wonderful selection of ladies jewelry, purses and scarves; interesting home and garden decor, and of course, treasures from the past including previously loved furniture transformed with the ASPIRE all natural line of clay/chalk/mineral paint and finishing products. The entire line of Aspire is available for purchase in store creative “do-it-yourselfers!” If you plan to make a trip and hope to see Michele in store, keep in mind that her hours are part time and vary – contact her in advance and she will meet you there whenever possible to say hello, assist with your decorating needs or share tips and tricks on using the Aspire paint products.

Finders to Keepers 114 erie street north, leamington, on n8h 3a2 519-791-3457 • 519-326-9088 michele@Findtokeep.com www.Findtokeep.com 34

Exciting things will happen for the 2017 Holiday Season at Leamington Home Hardware! Mark your calendar for our Christmas Open House, November 3rd and 4th and the following weekend, we will be decorating a home for the Wheatley United Church Annual “Our Village” Christmas House tours. Further details will be available on Facebook for both events, and we encourage you to visit our website where you can sign up for occasional emails about upcoming events!

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have always been one to enjoy home decor and paying close attention to detail. Being different and creating things that are one of a kind has always been something I take pride in. Every birthday and holiday, giving gifts always seemed better than receiving to me. Right from the start I enjoyed planning out thoughtful gifts for my friends and family. Everything from gift wrapping to the card inside. My family and I would always go out for ice cream in the summer. When I was younger. It was one of my favourite things to do. Making simple yet fun memories that have stuck with me throughout the years. It has always been something that reminded me of how important it was to make time for my family. I decided to take these parts of my life and combine them into a place that is not only a fun family of friendly environment but also nostalgic, the perfect place for families and friends to make memories.

Priscilla’s Presents and Here’s the Scoop Ice Cream Parlour

Priscilla’s became a reality for me in May 2017. Named after my fun loving niece who was incredibly creative and was always inspired by retro themed things. I wanted to represent her legacy in the best way I knew how, therefore creating Priscilla’s is one of the things I have accomplished that I am most proud of.

175 KIng St. W. HarroW 519-738-0001 36

ocean bottom soap company

1614 LESPERANCE RD., TECUMSEH 222-676-0228

WWW.OCEANBOTTOMSOAP.COM

hy hand-crafted soap?

Our handmade soaps were born 20 years ago out of the need to keep our family healthy. We source our natural, organic ingredients from around the globe and each bar is hand-crafted using custom blended formulas to enhance the unique properties of these premium ingredients. Wherever possible, we support farmers who are dedicated to the principles of sustainable agriculture through fair trade. We pride ourselves on creating soaps that are moisturizing and promote healthy, clean skin. Our soaps are packed full of high quality oils, butters and botanicals with excellent lathering power for a wonderful skin care experience. The soap you buy at the grocery store isn’t really soap at all. It’s detergent! And it’s full of chemicals and sulfates. Conversely, natural soaps contain fats and oils. Our unique process retains high concentrations of these vital ingredients for youthful, moisturized, healthy skin. Our soaps are: • Chemical-free • Synthetic-free • Naturally scented • Moisturizing

Even though our soaps are now commercially available, each batch is still handmade using organic, all natural, and exotic ingredients, to produce only the highest quality soap. While the bar sizes may be uneven, and the edges a bit rough, it is through these small imperfections that you can be assured of our homemade quality. Our goal is to put our customers needs rst. If you have any questions or comments about our soaps we’d love to hear from you - visit our website or connect through social media.

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• Made with organic ingredients • Environmentally friendly • 100% biodegradable • Nourishing to the skin

At Ease Men’s Apparel “at ease” for Fashion, style and Comfort

354 Manning Road, TeCuMseh

519-735-5463

www.aTease.Ca

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lothes Make the Man!” However, we’re keenly aware there’s more to the essence of a man than his clothing. We also know that an informed selection of stylish clothing actually helps create a great impression. Now in our 12th year in Tecumseh, we will have the largest collection of alpaca sweaters, jackets, coats and scarves - imported from Peru. Brands: Au Noir, Brax, Bugatchi, Coppley, Gardeur, Geox, 34 Heritage, Jonathon MacIntoch (alpaca), Lipson, Paul & Shark, Paul Betenly, Peter Millar, Saxx, Stenstroms, Sunwill, Tino Cosma, Tommy Bahama “AT EASE” FOR FASHION, STYLE AND COMFORT

Clyde Hatch Boutique 352 Manning Road, TecuMseh 519-979-2828 www.clydehaTch.coM

or the woman who wants to wear what everyone else isn’t visit Clyde Hatch Boutique. This charming and reputable Boutique offers North American and European fashions some of which include Elisa Cavaletti, Faber, Foxcroft, Frascara, Gerry Weber, Lafayette 148 New York, Liverpool Jeans, Mac Jeans, P. J. Salvage, Parkhurst, Repeat, Saint James, Tommy Bahama Women’s and Tuzzi. Sizes 2 - 18

a boutique is a mother and daughter venture catering to womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specialty and intimate needs and very soon expanding into menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lines as well. Colette and Hailey are working very hard to make La Boutique your one stop shop in the county for sleepwear, undergarments, shape wear, cruise wear, natural bath soaps and oils, lotions and even a private adult section. All your favourite brands including Calvin Klein, Prima Donna, Montelle, Fleurt, KOY, Shapeez, Bodywrap, Diamond Tea and MUCH more!!!! Whether you need a gift or self care, romance, spice and flare, or daily wear we have something for everyone! We take pride in our customer satisfaction, with a VIP program* and FREE gift wrapping* Call in your gift orders and we will have them ready for you!

La Boutique 3 EriE St. N. LEamiNgtoN 519-919-2715

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Lazares & Co. 493 Ouellette Ave. WindsOr

519-253-2418

WWW.lAzAres.cOm

ur showrooms contain beautiful handpicked outerwear garments including Italian fine fabrics, wools, cashmeres, shearlings, leathers and boutique furs. We are the biggest UGG Australia retailer in SW Ontario with footwear for all seasons for men, women & kids. The handbag boutique carries select designer purses, wallets, clutches and more! We also sell specialty items from sunglasses and hats to scarves and home goods. Our service shop provides storage, cleaning, repairs, restyles and insurance regardless if purchased from us. Visit us, where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bound to find something special at Lazares. S

The Suit Shop Co. Ltd. 593 EriE St. E., WindSor 519-903-1300 WWW.thESuitShop.com

he Suit Shop Co. Ltd. knows that when it comes to men’s clothing that every detail counts. We understand the importance of good looking and well-fitting, tailored clothing for the lifestyle of the dapper gentleman. That is why our mission is to empower men to have a more custom tailored look to their clothing by offering to them an experience like no other. We are determined to offer you the highest quality garments and fabrics and have them tailored to your body always, making it the best fit for you and that is a guarantee!! Our primary focus is providing the finest experience to our clients, by offering the discerning gentleman top quality and custom tailored clothing. Our clients will be confident and assured that our clothing will have them looking and feeling good. At The Suit Shop Co. Ltd., we not only sell style but confidence. That is why our motto is “custom fit-individual style, your size is our specialty”.

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unique British Store & gift shop we carry all your favourite British foods & treats. We also feature giftware ranging from leather goods, blankets / capes from the UK along with Irish sweaters. Jewellery from the UK, Canada & Spain. Handmade ceramics from England and much, much more.

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25 King St. W. HarroW

226-787-1244

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1329 Ottawa St., windSOr 519-254-8638 www.dianeShOeS.ca

elcome to Diane Shoes, one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest independent shoe stores established in 1891. The tradition of friendly and professional service by the Weingarden family has spanned four generations. Being a small established business, coupled with the close relationship the sales staff has built with itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s customers, has given this shoe salon a special advantage over department stores and chains with a more experienced and personal touch. Diane Shoes stocks the latest trends of quality footwear from narrow to wide widths offered in many sizes for men and women. In addition to the extensive selection of footwear, the salon has a collection of handbags, hats, scarves and shoecare products. Whether you are looking for day or eveningwear, or that perfect accessory, Diane Shoes on Ottawa Street in Windsor will provide you with outstanding service, selection and comfort.

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Nancy Johns Gallery & Framing 49

Essex Appliances Centre 64

Coulter’s Furniture 50

Martindale Window and Door 66

Forest Glade Fireplaces 52

Colautti Flooring 68

Essex Home Furnishings 54

International Art Designs 70

ocated in Pillette Village, Nancy Johns Gallery & Framing specializes in custom framing, and showcases 35+ fine artists from Windsor and Essex County. The gallery is the perfect spot to find local art for both the home and business. Whether you are interested in renting or purchasing original art, framing your own collection, or creating a custom gift, we have everything you need to acquire that perfect piece of art.

Nancy Johns Gallery & Framing 4755 Wyandotte St. e. WindSor, ontario 519-945-2222

ABOUT US: As we celebrate ten years in business, owner Nancy Johns is proud to offer superior custom framing services in a commercial gallery setting. The gallery perpetuates a positive message to support the local arts community, and gives patrons an opportunity to purchase original art at affordable prices, including paintings, mixed media, photography, jewelry, indoor sculpture, and glassware. Furthermore, our venue hosts two established art shows per year. Onestop shopping on the website offers a virtual gallery with over 800 images to browse. ART RENTALS: The gallery offers art rental services at very modest pricing in order for clients to switch up art regularly in residential or commercial spaces, stage homes, host an event, or to simply experience the artwork on a trial basis prior to purchasing.

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CUSTOM FRAMING: Nancy Johns has been in the framing business for over 20 years. Her attention to detail and expertise is truly one of a kind. Being an artist herself, Nancy has an excellent eye for colour and takes pride in providing archival materials for all of your framing needs. The gallery offers a wide variety of framing styles, including traditional, classic, contemporary, and ornate framing options in both wood and metal.

ttainable luxury is for everyone. For nearly 60 years, Coulter’s Furniture has been a touchstone in Windsor/ Essex County, bringing unmatched opulence to the vanguard of interior design. Whether choosing a signature piece to complement existing home décor or reimagining virtually any new living space with sophistication and pizzazz, Coulter’s Furniture has withstood the testaments of time and changing tastes; with over 85,000 sq. ft. of retail space, still Ontario’s most far-reaching gallery to suit virtually every preference. Better still, Coulter’s price guarantee ensures you will not pay more for the same item anywhere else. But perhaps best of all is Coulter’s unparalleled showcase of Canadian manufacturers. From Décor-rest and Brentwood Classics to Canadel, Durham, Palliser, Leathercraft and Barrymore, Coulter’s Furniture is a potpourri in one-of-a-kind customized home furnishings. With literally thousands of fabrics, leathers, and, wood stains to choose from, shopping at Coulter’s is an experience unlike any other. Inaugurated in 2016, Coulter’s ‘Loft’ is an urban/industrial oasis teeming with fashionforward inspiration. Combining many years of ‘on site’ expertise with an ensemble of in-house professional interior decorators, Coulter’s also offers affordable customization and services to enrich and enlighten those in search of stylish comfort. One motto about the company has remained a perennial: to achieve great things on a practical budget. So, shop us today. Because at Coulter’s all truly great days begin with a challenge, and, everything is possible!

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stablished in 1984, Forest Glade Fireplaces specializes in providing Gas Fireplaces of outstanding quality to both residential and commercial clients in the Windsor, Leamington and Essex County. Known for offering Many Styles…. One Objective….and a Dynamic Performance in everything we do, we are a full-service fireplace, stove & BBQ dealer. Our team consists of knowledgeable and licensed installers, capable of offering endless installation possibilities! Since 1999, Forest Glade Fireplaces has been conveniently situated at the corner of Banwell & Tecumseh, in Windsor Ontario. Our 2500 sq. ft. showroom features everything from fireplaces to wood stoves, BBQ’s, furnaces and air conditioners. Come and view our wide selection of options, including the unique mantels and materials offered to customize the fireplace you envision. In fact, we invite you to come see the 30 units currently burning in the showroom!

SErving ESSEx County for 30 yEarS! It’s very important to Forest Glade Fireplaces that our clients’ purchasing experience is flawless and trouble-free. In an effort to make shopping more accessible for our clients, offering a second location in Leamington; geographic expansion is just one way in which we continuously strive to improve customer service.

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11400 tECumSEh rd. E. tECumSEh

107 EriE St. S. lEamington

519-735-2229

519-326-8585

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ssex Home Furnishings invites you to explore their 20,000 square foot showroom. We hope that every visit will provide a new adventure with new furniture and accessories arriving daily. Having a focus on current fashion and furniture trends in decorating allows the experienced sales team to assist in your project from start to finish. Solid Wood Craftsman, Vokes, Munro’s, Cardinal, Handstone and Bermex offer many Custom Dining, Home Office, and Bedroom solutions. Collections include rustic, classic And contemporary stylings in many wood varieties showcasing its natural beauty and essence. The selection of upholstered sofasets, sectionals, accent chairs and recliners are vast. With a large selection of fabrics and leathers to choose from, it is easy to create pieces to suit your homes personal feel and comfort.

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Canadian leaders in Furniture Design and Manufacturing include Décor Rest, Elran, Stylus, Paiano Simmons, Future and Comfort Style. These are just a few of the many brands featuring galleries in the showroom. Style Savvy blogs on ehfstyle.com Offer design tips and product ideas So make sure to check in there and Follow us on Facebook for updates On what’s new, trending and On Sale.

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ou can drive by Graham’s Paint n Paper Place and not really give it a second glance. Most are quite surprized by what they find when they walk through the door! If you need some inspiration to get those decorating senses tingling, it’s right here. Understanding and trust of our customers is a result of collaboration that began over 26 years ago. You can spend hours lost in a maze of Pinterest, lnstagram and home decorating magazines and end up more confused than when you started. We are here to help navigate the options, the perfect companion for your decorating project. Besides offering the usual suspects of a paint and wallpaper store, Graham’s offers in-home consultations for window dressings by Hunter Douglas and Shadeomatic. We have been come known for our longer length instock and fabulous custom drapery options. Unique gifts and collectables, accessories like jewellery, scarves and handbags. Always well stocked with quality brands of Sico and Pittsburgh paint, interior and exterior stain coatings colour matched to your personal needs. There are lots of great gadgets, tools and task busting tips you should know about. Some say a little too much information sometimes ... that’s not because we want to have the last word either. Our experienced staff is here to help bring your plan together and execute your vision, whatever that might be. Stop by to see us we would love to hear about what you”re working on and help make your dreams a reality. 56

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Paint ‘N’ Paper Place 13173 Tecumseh Rd. e. Tecumseh 519-735-2110 www.gRahamspainTandpapeR.com

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xperience means everything. Especially when you are entrusting others with your home. Our design team consists of Robby Lynn Young, Paulette Nicodemo, Cindy Catton In The Room’s loft above Coulters Furniture, our design team has loads of ideas to inspire and excite our clients. With over a 25 year connection with Coulter’s Furniture and our second location in Toronto enables our customers to enjoy unlimited access to the latest collections available. With our team based approach, we take exceptional care of our clients. Questions are answered promptly, timelines are carefully tracked and budgets are adhered to. The Room can provide colour consultation, coordinating a custom colour palette, draw an intelligent furniture layout to maximize space, usage and flow. Select accessories to accent or update any room, choose a design innovative window and wall treatments and specify flooring materials and area rugs.

1324 Windsor Ave. Windsor 519 977 9998 WWW.theroomAtcoulters.com

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ay-View Glass & Mirror has constantly evolved with exciting trends while sticking to our core principals of quality and customer service,” says Eric LaMarre, who grew up in his family’s glass business in Windsor. “Over the years we’ve seen many trends come and go but we believe that our line of custom back-painted glass is on the cutting edge of modern home design. With the right colour application, it will warm up any traditional home as well.” Now you can have the polish, clarity and protection of a glass surface with your desired colour – any shade imaginable – showing through. To achieve the effect, Bay-View applies a specially designed formula that bonds securely and directly to the back of the glass. The colour can be given added depth with an opaque, translucent, metallic or pearl finish. Available at Bay-View, custom designed railings for any application. We have a design idea for almost every application. The railing featured here is a combination of our taperloc rail and custom mini posts for that completely frameless look down the stairs the perfect blend of glass and stainless steel. Our glass handrails have become the perfect addition to the new loft apartment you are designing or even the remodel you are planning. The look of a glass railing will open up any space and create an open appearance to even the smallest of stairways.

Bayview Glass & Mirror 1455 Matthew Brady Blvd., windsor 519-944-5277 www.Bayviewglass.coM

asagrande Granite and Marble has been a family owned business since 1971. Our company is now in its third generation of family members who want to be apart of this amazing experience. Our company has been very successful and has gotten more successful over the years, because we have always fulfilled the needs of modern day times. Our company started off as a tile company and as granite countertops started be in demand they started learning that trade as well and expanded the company. Gino Casagrande officially started the company 46 years ago, and now shares the company with his son Ken. Ken Casagrande he has been working with his dad since he was young. The two of them have grown this business together and made it what it is today. Kelsie Casagrande who is Kenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter has now recently started to learn the family business. We also have three other workers who are like family to us. Correy Wilkinson who is the shop supervisor/ health and safety representative, Damian

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Smalley who is the lead installer and Aywan Ilyas who is the polisher. We really appreciate how much our employees care about growing the business with us. Everyone in this team works together great and always gets the job done above expectations because we all care about our customers and succeeding together. We offer a variety of choices for different and unique styles. Come on in to Casagrande.

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ssex Appliance Centre is proud to have celebrated its 31st Anniversary in July of 2017 offering the widest selection of home appliances in the area. Locally owned and operated by Gord and Cathy Stevens, Essex Appliance is “flexible in everyone’s pocket book,” offering both low priced, high volume value brands and competitively priced premium brands. With a 20,000 square foot space on Talbot St. South, it boasts the largest appliance showroom in Southwestern Ontario. Products are presented in a warehouse style layout to create a comfortable mood for exploring the selection. Whether you are looking for an affordable $400 Amana washing machine or extravagant $20,000 Sub Zero refrigerator, we’ll have everything you are looking for. Inventory is constantly changing and remains up to date with the newest and best features available on the market. Making such an important purchase can be overwhelming, which is why the expert sales staff are always available to assist you in comparing brands, models, and price tags to determine the best fit for your lifestyle and budget. Essex Appliance offers free delivery throughout Essex and Kent County and has an in-store service department. So stop by essex appliance centre next time your in need of any home appliance updates, and let us pass our savings on to you

Essex Appliance Centre 76 TalboT ST. S., ESSEx 519-776-6316 www.ESSExappliancE.com

t is often said that how we are defined can be summed up in a few words. When your “humble beginnings” date back to 1943, the term uniquely defines you... and you define the term! After three generations, the Martindale family continues to embrace the cornerstone business practices of humility and appreciation as the premise of each customer experience. Martindale Window & Door offers the areas most diverse line of window and door products! Scott Martindale cannot hide his sense of pride while describing the scope of the company he now leads. “Our product line ranges from steel to fiberglass doors up to ten feet in height with countless options for decorative glass and designs to the unparalleled window options including the Martindale, Arctic brand, to wood, aluminum clad windows from top brands such as Loewen and Windsor Windows.” A visit to our state of the art manufacturing facility and showroom will help illustrate the great product options on display. Time and again this has proven the best way for our customers to make well informed, educated decisions for their investment. Products quality, diversity and innovation has created an appeal to a wide customer base. Our region’s most discerning home builders, architects, home and interior designers and renovators entrust their clients to Martindale Window & Door because we meet their customer care standards. On this point Scott Martindale thoughtfully pauses and states “It’s the honour of this challenge we gladly meet head on and see it as the next opportunity to let our history help shape the story each customer is creating for their family.”

Martindale Window and Door 2895 Kew Dr. winDsor 519-944-8111 www.martinDalewinDow.com

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olautti Flooring is proud to have served Windsor and Essex County for close to 100 years. Family owned and operated, we specialize in providing a complete range of floor covering products and services including Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Laminate, Vinyl and Natural Stone. Since 1919, Colautti has also lead the industry in fabricating and installing exotic Marble, Granite, Quartz, Quartzite and Onyx countertops for your Kitchen and Bathroom. Visit our extensive showroom and choose from many designs and colour options. Our friendly sales staff, with many years of flooring experience, will guide you through the material selection process with expert advice, site inspection, measuring and free estimates, including our professional installation. Working with homeowners, builders and contractors, we pride ourselves in customer satisfaction. Let 100 years of experience work for you.

Colautti Flooring 2779 Howard ave., windsor 519-966-1111 www.Colautti.Com

Colautti is a Full serviCe Flooring & Counter top Company

ocated at 5975 Malden Rd. (Urban Selections Plaza) in the heart of LaSalle, International Art Designs provides the perfect destination to find those finishing touches for your home or office. Beautifully curated accessories, artwork, and custom designed pieces are constantly evolving. Each time you visit you will notice something new! Interior Design services are also available. The custom framing side of the business is where International Art Designs can really showcase their creativity and service. Custom framing options are limitless but Ivana (owner/ artist) and Megan (Interior Designer) use their expertise to make your special keepsake shine! With over 20 years in operation, IAD firmly believes that customer service and selection are two of the main reasons their loyal clientele come back again and again. Working with Canadian companies IAD creates artwork that can be made to any size, colour and finish for your walls...which makes finding that special piece easier! Looking for a stunning mirror for your foyer or en suite? Ivana and Megan can help you create a custom framed mirror that will suit your room and your budget. Next time you are in LaSalle, stop in and see what International Art Designs has in store for you! Design is our passion and we would love to share it with you!

International Art Designs 5975 MaLden Rd., LaSaLLe 519-972-3332 www.inteRnationaLaRtdeSignS.coM

Cabello Hair 72 Sound Hearing Care 74 Pure Day Spa 76 Salubrity Natural Health 78

health & body Moni Hair Boutique 80 Lombardiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Classic Barbershop 81 Seen Vision Care 82

abello Hair has a New York loft look & feel. With a mezzanine in the back, where the chemical work is, you can see all of the action on the main floor. Here on the main floor where all of the cutting and styling is, you can feel an energy lift you up. Part of this energy may be the result of our dj booth spinning the latest in music. At Cabello Hair, we carry the full line of Bumble and Bumble hair care products. Bumble and bumble creates stylist-inspired, editorialquality hair products that are coveted by session stylists, actors, models, fashionistas and beauty junkies. For our chemical services, we use Redken Fifth Avenue NYC products. They are the leading haircolor company in the industry with ammonia free products that leave the hair soft, moist, and ultra shiny. Not only do we use fashion based products at Cabello Hair, we also participate in NYC Fashionweek along with World MasterCard Fashionweek, both Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter.

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Cabello Hair 370 viCtoria ave.WinDsor 519-971-8329 WWW.CabelloHair.Com 72

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Q&a Tell us about your business: We are a hearing health care office and have been providing exceptional hearing services to children ages 5 through adult. We have two locations: one in the heart of Tecumseh, and a second in Belle River. What would you recommend to your prospective patients? We would let prospective patients know that hearing is one of our most valuable senses and that it is important to protect it and monitor its acuity regularly, just as we would with our eye and dental care. What is the secret to your success? We hope it’s not a secret....but we truly care for every one of our patients and want everyone to feel that they are a part of our Sound Hearing Care family. We really do listen to every patient! There is an old adage that says: we are given two ears so that we can listen twice as much as we speak, and we firmly believe this.

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ur mission at Sound Hearing Care is to provide the best and most comprehensive hearing care possible in a relaxed yet professional environment. We constantly strive to make everyone who comes through our doors feel heard - and then educate and treat each patient’s loss with their lifestyle and needs in mind. While not all hearing loss is preventable, there are a multitude of things that can treat the issue, no matter how mild or severe. From communication strategies, to amplification and other assistive listening devices...we will help navigate the technology available to not only treat your hearing loss, but ultimately improve your quality of life through better communication. Give us a call to schedule your hearing test today!

What is your biggest challenge? Changing misconceptions about hearing loss and hearing aids. Striving for reducing the stigma that hearing loss is ‘just for old people’, when in fact it can and does occur at all age levels. Also, changing the notion that hearing aids are bulky or too expensive to afford. There are many new styles and technology levels to suit every kind of need and budget.

Sound Hearing Care 13310 lanOue ST. TecumSeh 519-979-3300 www.SOunDhearingcare.ca

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pscale and Elegant with a Contemporary Colour Scheme, Complimented With Private Treatment Rooms. Impeccable Client Care and a Vast Array of Signature Skin and Body Treatments has Elevated PURE to a Status of the Most Luxurious Spa Venue in the Area. PURE has Attracted the Finest and Most Prestigious Clients, Clients With Refined Taste, Clients Who Truly Understand the Benefits of Indulgence. Pure’s Sophisticated Team of Spa Artisans are Certified Skin Care Specialists, Certified Aestheticians and Registered Massage Therapists. Delighted to Take Great Care of Your Spa Needs. Add a Touch of Luxury to YOUR Day. Start Your Endeavour here and Become Part of Our Ever Growing Elite Clientele. Discover this Oasis of Health and Rejuvenation Have a Massage, Facial or Body Treatment. Beautify Yourself or Just Relax in This Serene Environment. Award Winning Spa

Pure Day Spa Pure day SPa – TecumSeh 1614 LeSPerance rd. TeL: 519-735-0101

Pure day SPa – WindSor 3001 dougaLL ave TeL: 519-915-8070

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alubrity means â&#x20AC;&#x153;favourable to the preservation of good healthâ&#x20AC;?. Our quality of life depends upon choices we make, whether we have a strong immune system or a compromised one, whether we live in a polluted environment or one that is less polluted. We can all improve what we have. At Salubrity we can show you how a little prevention will help you and your family live a healthier life. We carry a complete line of nutritional supplements, vitamins, minerals, sports nutrition, homeopathic combinations and herbals. Our staff includes a Registered Massage Therapist, Chiropractor, Herbalist, Holistic Iridologist and Certified Natural Products Advisors. What is Iridology? Simply stated, it is the art of analyzing the iris to discern what it reflects about the health of the body tissues. Color, structure, density and markings are examined. Constitutional strengths, weaknesses and internal tissue problems can be determined

Salubrity Natural Health 503 Sandwich St. S. amherStburg 519-736-4112 www.Salubrity.ca 78

before they reach a more serious, symptomatic stage. How Can It Help Me? Iris analysis shows basic constitution, its inherent fixed strengths and weaknesses, and gives a baseline for building and maintaining health. It shows the state of body tissues, toxic deposits, inflammation, physical and mental fatigue and stress . Iridology cannot reveal specific illnesses or give diagnoses. g

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Moni Hair Boutique 13127 Tecumseh Rd. e. Tecumseh 519-956-9599

elcome to Moni Hair Boutique! When walking into the salon laughter is heard, serene music and great steaming hot tea. In the summer great flavored chilled tea served all day long. MHB has an atmosphere that is inviting to anyone who wants to feel as good as they will look leaving the salon. Always visualizing fashion forward looks and styles and bringing them to the clients is a constant mission for the guests at Moni Hair Boutique. Working hours for the team are a passionate dedication. From Tuesday to Friday 9 am to 9pm and Saturdays 9 am to 3 pm the salon is shaping and styling the entire day. Located in the town of Tecumseh, MHB is proud to support the local community. Supporting schools, businesses and non-profit organizations. The team thanks the community by giving back.

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f a hot shave is on the bucket list to try, walk into Lombardi’s Classic Barbershop and fulfill the list! The experience at LCB is just the right feel! Opening the door to the barbershop has an invitation to leave the worries of the world behind for a little while.

Lombardi’s Classic Barbershop 25 Amy croft Dr. Unit 25 B tecUmseh 519-739-2887

The atmosphere is nostalgic! While sitting in the waiting area, the man cave is as if the modern museum of mankind is hung on the walls. From Jimmy Hendrix to The Godfather to comics to hunting attire, there is somewhere to look and have a story. The barbers at LCB take care of every piece of hair from neck up! The services clean and polish the client into a gentlemen. From a haircut to a beard trim to a hot shave, to the latest looks of the men’s groomed style.LCB crew takes the time to do it right. With live music every Saturday and sometimes Friday, the LCB experience is more than a haircut. Supporting local musicians to come in and play a tune or two LCB gives back to other artist within the community. Located in the Sobey’s plaza, look for the barber pole on the outside wall of the plaza facing Amycroft. Come in for an espresso (because that’s served all day long) take a number, the old fashion way, have a seat. Enjoy some great music, watch a game (5 televisions mounted on the walls) and pick up a classic bottle of coca-cola on your way out. Find us on: instagram, facebook, google!!

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the photos that make a wedding album an art piece or an aweinspiring portrait for the wall of your favourite room at home. I am a full service photographer, which means that I guide my clients through every process. I meet with them in person and build a relationship with them. I help them plan their engagement session, the timeline for their wedding day and create heirloom art pieces that they can treasure for generations. I am honoured to have worked with hundreds of people and families throughout the years, many whom have become friends. - Emma Davidson Lead Photographer & Owner of Karitas Photography www.karitasphotography.com emma@karitasphotography.com 519-564-5218

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Wedding photography can make or break a person. It’s a challenge and there is a lot of pressure but it’s the greatest reward when you hand over the photos after all of the hard work and your client hugs you, thanks you or even sheds some tears. Where do you see yourself as a photographer in five years?

I’m always striving to learn more and enhance my skills. I would love to do some more traveling for photography, but overall just continue to move forward making amazing memories and being a better photographer overall.

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harram’s Jewellery is located in a stately heritage building in “Uptown” Leamington. This historic “gem” with turn of the century architecture was constructed in 1906 by the Union Bank of Canada. Wayne Wharram, President of Wharram’s Jewellery, purchased it from the Royal Bank of Canada in 1980. He takes as much pride in preserving this landmark as he does in serving the public with their jewellery needs. Numerous awards have been presented to Wharram’s Jewellery recognizing both the distinguished structure and their professionalism. For three generations now, the Wharrams have been committed to serving their customers with personalized service, professional expertise and integrity. “This is extremely important; especially in the jewellery industry today!” Wayne offers what he would call a “full service jewellery store” with nine staff members including gemologists, graduate jewellers, goldsmiths, engravers and sales associates to care for his clients.

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