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Contents Fashion & Beauty 22 WHAT’S NEW The latest trends from the world of beauty
24 1, 2, 3, REJUVENATE Learn about facial masks and which ones are right for you
28 TIME CAPSULES Here’s why we love these nourishing skin-care treatments
30 HAIR CARE Spruce up your locks with one of these dry shampoos
Life & Community 48 MONEY TALKS Our guide to the difficult task of making sense of an inheritance
50 SERENITY NOW Expert Liza Finlay answers common relationship questions
52 BOOK CLUB We’re so excited to curl up with this month’s hot new releases
32 ESSENTIALS Expert advice on giving your hands a little TLC
34 PROFILE Actor Jane Fonda answers our beauty questions and more
36 EFFORTLESS CHIC Our top picks for luxe lingerie to make you look and feel great
44 ESSENTIALS The jean jacket is made fancy, casual and even professional
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Check out speed-drying nail polish and other new beauty finds on page 22!
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MARCH 2020 Health & Fitness 56 SUPERFOOD
78 QUICK & EASY
Reap the benefits of the gloriously nutritious grapefruit
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Colourful, nutrientpacked weeknight suppers
84 PUT VEGAN ON THE MENU
How to ensure your skin is in tip-top shape after a long dry winter
Home & Garden 64 DECORATING Three bathrooms, three looks, all totally inspiring
70 HOUSEKEEPING Our primer on getting the most out of your spring cleaning routine
Tempting flavours make these meatless meals totally satisfying
90 A IS FOR AVOCADO Proof that this superfood fruit can star in any dish
98 DUMPLINGS FOR DINNER Try our unique ingredient combos that fill these delicious bundles
106 LAST BITE Dulce de leche takes classic chocolate chip cookies to new heights
98 I N EVE RY ISSUE 9 EDITOR’S LETTER 10 REAL LIFE MADE SIMPLE 14 REAL TRAVEL MADE SIMPLE 18 COOK THE COVER 105 RECIPE INDEX
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Are you ready yet? At Canadian Living, we’re beyond tired of the madness that is a Canadian winter. But while spring is on the horizon, it’s a certainty that there’s at least one last gasp yet in Old Man Winter. The anticipation of the holiday season has nothing on our wait for him to relinquish our surroundings to Mother Nature’s more EHQLÂżFHQW KDQGV VR WKDW VKH FDQ FRORXU RXU ZRUOG ZLWK WKH GHOLFDWH shades of burgeoning blossoms and verdant leaves. With this issue, we’re saying a subtle “shake a legâ€? to spring and prepping for the season of renewal. In our Fashion & Beauty section, we’re featuring masks to rejuvenate every skin type and get rid of that pallid complexion that’s all too visible when we look in the mirror right now. We’ve also got new looks for the indispensable jean MDFNHW RXU ZDUGUREH VWDSOH IRU L̆\ ZHDWKHU Our Superfood column focuses on grapefruit, a healthy, energizing food that evokes the tropics, while spring cleaning is top of mind in our Home & Garden section, as is inspiration for a bathroom revamp in our story “Bathrooms Made Beautiful,â€? starting on page 64. $QG LQ RXU &RRN (DW GHSDUWPHQW WKH IUHVK Ă€DYRXUV RI RXU ZHHNnight go-tos, as well as our new ways with avocado and celeriac, will VXUHO\ ÂżQG WKHLU ZD\ WR \RXU SODWH IRU WKH ÂżUVW DOIUHVFR PHDO RI WKH \HDU Here’s to the season ahead—and the warm welcome it brings.
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Pantone’s 2020 colour of the year pick is Classic Blue! This tranquil hue is so much more than just a paint swatch—you’ll be seeing this enduring shade in fashion, accessories, home decor, kitchen products and more.
Guess Blue Diamond Analog WATCH, $185, guess.ca.
Resta ARMCHAIR, Djuparp dark green-blue $199, ikea.ca.
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Vans Old Skool suede SNEAKERS, $90, vans.ca.
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Vest in Show For that finicky time of year when it feels like spring one day and winter the next, the humble vest is the best weapon in your wardrobe.
Double Duty Makeup-skin care hybrids provide the best of both worlds by offering coverage and correction all in one. You’ll find every product in L’Oréal Paris’s new Age Perfect line does double duty—under-eye concealers that don’t just cover but brighten dark circles; lipsticks with long-lasting colour and hydration; and mascaras infused with ceramides and jojoba oil to lengthen and strengthen lashes. We like to call that makeup with benefits.
The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse VEST, $250, thenorthface.com.
GapFit Puffer VEST, $108, gapcanada.ca.
Sherpa VEST, $50, oldnavy.ca.
PBI Freestyle VEST, $525, canadagoose.ca.
L’ORÉAL PARIS Age Perfect Makeup, $12 to $20, shoppersdrugmart.ca.
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The Care Principle’s founder looked to botanical ingredients when she created her small but mighty skin-care line. The result is a 100-percent natural roster of anti-aging solutions that are as safe as they are effective. Infinite Glo Facial SERUM, $60, EYE CREAM, $30, thecareprinciple.com.
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Turns out, choosing ecofriendly products not only protects the planet but also boosts your mood, too. A new study out of Concordia University found what researchers have dubbed the “green-consumption effect,” meaning that either using or purchasing environmentally friendly items and services gives people a good feeling or “warm glow” in addition to increasing overall enjoyment.
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COUNTRY WALKERS, countrywalkers.com. VBT BICYCLING VACATIONS, vbt.com. G ADVENTURES, gadventures.com.
Well-Travelled Wellness travel continues to grow in popularity, and we’re not just talking meditation or yoga retreats. Why not make your next wellnessinspired vacation an active one?
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Walk: The most intimate travel experience is one done on foot. Country Walkers guarantees you’ll hit your step count and then some. Bike: VBT Bicycling Vacations offers both guided and self-guided cycling tours worldwide. Beginner cyclists worry not, as tours for new riders and veteran cyclists are on offer. Multisport: Thrill-seekers and avid adventurers may find themselves white-water rafting, kayaking, spelunking and dogsledding on their G Adventure Multisport tour.
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Make use of the back of the washroom door by securing a closet shoe organizer onto it. It’s a great place for all those small electronics, from curling irons to straighteners—just make sure they’re fully cooled before storing them.
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Scandi Sips Viva’s ceramic teapots, cups and other accessories are all designed with the enduring appeal of simple Danish style.
This ancient grain appears in many South American cuisines as a street food, often popped as a crunchy treat.
Gourmet Glossary Amaranth [amma-ranth] is a broad class of more than 60 Amaranthus plants commonly grown for their edible seeds. The naturally gluten-free seeds are cereal-like in texture, taste and nutritional profile, but technically not part of the cereal family like oats, barley and sorghum. Enjoy amaranth cooked in porridge, soups and pilaf, or in flour-form for baking.
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Alexander TEA SET, $99, shopviva.ca.
Classic Ella TEA CUP, $18, shopviva.ca. Nina TEA SET, $80, shopviva.ca.
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March at a Glance While you prep for spring and celebrate St. Patrick, keep your eye on these other days to remember in March. International Women’s Day — MARCH 8 International Day of Happiness — MARCH 20 Earth Hour — MARCH 28
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Interested in adopting a more plant-based diet? It doesn’t have to mean skipping meat all the time, but it’s certainly a way to put the focus on other food groups that aren’t as used to being centre stage on your dinner plate. You may have noticed an increase in vegan recipes in recent issues of Canadian Living— and that’s because you’ve been asking for them! Turn to page 84 to try this issue’s vegan dinner menu. A vegan diet consists of fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains. Animal products—meat, dairy and eggs—are never consumed. Some vegans include honey and gelatin in that group.
A vegan diet isn’t for everyone, but if you want to incorporate more plant-based foods into your lifestyle, start with small steps. Make some of your favourite recipes without the meat (you might not miss it), dedicate one or two nights per week (then three or four) to vegetarian meals and, when take-out cravings hit, opt for restaurants and cuisines that offer dishes that don’t rely so heavily on meat. Nutritional Note: Consider taking supplements if your plant-based dietary intake doesn’t meet your nutritional requirements. Common supplements recommended for vegetarian diets include vitamins C, D and B12; iron, zinc and calcium; and omega-3.
12 Zero Waste Wake-up Canadiano’s beautifully designed pourover coffee makers require no pods, plastic parts or filters and are made from sustainably sourced wood. If their name didn’t tip you off, they’re hand-crafted in Canada, too. Canadiano Pour-Over COFFEE MAKER, from $69, simons.ca.
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Some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. With its crystal-clear waters and white sandy beaches, the island of Barbados is a little corner of paradise. Home to 110 kilometres of free beachfront, some spots, like Bottom Bay, are regularly ranked among the most beautiful beaches in the world. What’s so wonderful about this country is that there are two very different types of landscapes from one coast to the other. To the west, Barbados is bordered by the Caribbean Sea, which makes for an ideal place to go to enjoy a quiet day under the shade of a coconut tree—a picture-perfect tropical postcard setting. It’s also on this side of the island that you’ll find the most luxurious hotels and resorts. On the east is a real change of scenery, where the Atlantic Ocean roars across the dramatic, wild and rocky coastline. Bathsheba, popular with surfers who make their way to this small village, is also known for its otherworldly rock formations sculpted by the waves. Just a few minutes from the village is a charming little inn, the Eco Lifestyle Lodge, which not only offers affordable rooms but also has views of the sea that will take your breath away.
Diving excursions can include a stop to check out the local shipwrecks.
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Turtles and shipwrecks. There’s no shortage of diving adventures in Barbados, but you don’t have to be an expert to enjoy an unforgettable moment at sea. In Carlisle Bay, all you need is a mask, a snorkel and a pair of flippers to go swimming with sea turtles. Local businesses offer catamaran excursions from Bridgetown, the island’s capital, to meet these majestic creatures. You can also poke around the shipwrecks that lie at the bottom of Carlisle Bay, like the Cornwallis, a Canadian ship torpedoed by German submarines during the Second World War. Today, the wreck serves as home to many species of tropical fish. But if you’re not in the mood to swim, or just not comfortable with flippers on your feet, don’t worry— you can stay on the catamaran and sunbathe while sipping on rum punch; many excursion companies offer packages that include lunch and bottomless drinks.
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Wind sports. Barbados is amazing for any kind of wind sport, from kitesurfing to sailing. Silver Sands Beach, located on the southern tip of the island and about 20 kilometres from Bridgetown, is a great place to learn why kitesurfing and windsurfing are so popular here. From November to June, trade winds almost always blow from the east, creating optimal conditions.
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Rum. This small Caribbean island was one of the first to produce rum on a large scale. In Bridgetown, you can tour the historic Mount Gay distillery, which began making alcohol from sugar cane as early as 1703. St. Nicholas Abbey is also worth a visit. Located near Cherry Tree Hill at the heart of the island, this 17th-century sugar cane plantation and Jacobean manor will propel you into Barbados’s colonial past. Don’t miss the opportunity to tour the estate on an old steam locomotive dating back to 1914. The ride will lead you up to the top of Cherry Tree Hill to take in spectacular views of the green hills along the east coast. 16 | CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020
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Bajan cuisine. While Barbados is known for its rum, it’s also an island with a distinct local food scene. Typical Bajan fare features a unique mix of flavours with African, Indian and British influences. Flying fish, the island’s national dish, is a must, along with fish croquettes. A fun way to learn about Barbados’s cuisine is to head to Oistins, one of the island’s main fishing villages. Every Friday evening, dozens of food stalls offer all kinds of fresh grilled or fried fish in a festive atmosphere (calypso music included!). It’s an evening to remember for locals and tourists alike.
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Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the capital city of Barbados is a must-visit to learn more about the history of this former British colony, including its role in the sugar and slave trades. In the historic centre you’ll find the imposing neo-Gothic parliament buildings and the Independence Arch, built in 1987 on Chamberlain Bridge, to commemorate the 21st anniversary of self-governance. The city centre also features a lively shopping district: Head over to Broad Street, the main commercial thoroughfare, to check out the many shops that offer goods tax free. When you’re feeling peckish, check out Swan Street, a busy pedestrian strip featuring local foodstuffs, including fresh coconut water.
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SLEEPING BEAUTY Sleep is essential for healthy skin. When we hit the hay, our pores become more receptive to products, aiding in renewal and regeneration. So take advantage of those precious hours from dusk to dawn with the new line of Olay nighttime gel face masks. One moisturizes, one promotes a bright complexion, and another helps firm up the skin. Whichever one you choose, you’re guaranteed beauty sleep.
OLAY Overnight Gel Masks, $30 each, shoppersdrugmart.ca.
PERFUME PLUS It’s official: We’re completely addicted to the fragrances from The 7 Virtues! But what really makes this Halifax-based brand stand out is its philanthropic mission. The founder, Barb Stegemann, aims to support farmers in different countries affected by conflict by incorporating typical ingredients from each region into her scents. Including notes of orange blossom from Afghanistan, vetiver from Haiti or jasmine from India, the scents are so good (and good-intentioned!).
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Look after it, every day, with good-quality products. And don’t try to change your hair to meet beauty standards. Treat it well and be confident!
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THE 7 VIRTUES All-Natural Fragrances, $97 per 50 ml each, the7virtues.com.
FRESHEN UP About 71 percent of women don’t like the look of their hair in between washes, but doing it daily can be time-consuming. Luckily, not a drop of water is needed to use Waterless, the new line from Pantene, designed to refresh the hair between shampoos without having to get it wet. Six products make up the collection, including dry shampoos, conditioner and styling formulas. All it takes is a few spritzes and you’ll be ready to take on the day!
PANTENE Waterless Collection Hair Products, from $9, pantene.ca. MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Seequins Glam Glitter Liquid Eyeshadow, $34, sephora.ca.
COLOURFUL COLLABORATION MARC JACOBS CALLED ON LILA MOSS, THE DAUGHTER OF HIS GOOD FRIEND AND MODEL KATE MOSS, TO BE THE FACE OF HIS NEW SHIMMERY LIQUID EYESHADOWS.
HOW TO WEAR THEM:
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Targeting delicate facial areas with thin skin, these compresses made from paper, hydrogel or bio-cellulose, are infused with antiaging and thirst-quenching active ingredients. They remain in place so that by end of the prescribed application period, eyes, lips and their contours are smoothed, plumped, de-puffed and hydrated.
THE CLASSIC MASK
Made of a cream, oil or gel, these masks have the texture of a moisturizer or serum, but unlike those products, these masks aren’t made to stay on the face all day or even be used daily. The combination of highly concentrated active ingredients visibly puriďŹ es, soothes and hydrates the skin after a short period.
SEPHORA COLLECTION Rose Lip Mask, $4 each, sephora.ca. THE BODY SHOP Ethiopian Honey Deep Nourishing Face Mask, $28, thebodyshop.ca.
THE PEEL MASK
AVEENO Clear Complexion Purely Matte Peel Off Mask, $14.50, aveeno.ca.
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With a sticky, elastic texture, the peel-off mask adheres to the skin and forms a laminated ďŹ lm after a few minutes. When lifted, it removes dead skin cells, blackheads, excess sebum and other impurities, leaving the skin’s surface smoother, softer and healthy-looking.
TEAOLOGY White Tea Miracle Eye Mask, $5 each, teaologyskincare.ca.
KORRES Hydra-Biome Probiotic Superdose Face Mask, $63, shoppersdrugmart.ca.
DIOR Hydra Life Extra Plump Smooth Balm Mask, $79, thebay.com.
KIEHL’S Avocado Nourishing Hydration Mask, $56, kiehls.ca.
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FRESH Black Tea Firming Overnight Mask, $46, sephora.ca.
These masks come in the form of mittens or slippers and are enriched with emollients. They slip on easily and dispense their benefits fully, allowing hands and feet to feel silky in a matter of minutes.
THE NIGHT MASK This type of mask is gentle and spreads onto the face like a night cream. At bedtime, apply a good layer, hit the pillow and let the magic begin! It takes advantage of the skin’s cellular regeneration at night to give it some needed TLC, and is made with a thinner consistency to ensure quick absorption (and also prevent stains on your pillows or sheets). With no rinsing required, wake up to a smooth, rested and clear complexion.
SKIN REPUBLIC Foot Repair Mask, $7, thebay.com.
NAILS INC. Shine Bright Hydrating and Anti-Aging Hand Mask, $10, sephora.ca.
A mask made for nourishing supplements skin lacking in lipids. It’s also ideal for comforting dry skin, which can start to flake due to harsh weather conditions, electric heating, genetics, etc. But thanks to a high concentration of nutrients (omega-3 essential fatty acids, shea butter, etc.) and their rapid release rate, this type of mask is absorbed by the skin’s layers to calm and relieve instantly.
USE: Spread the mask in a thick layer on a clean face, strictly following the manufacturer’s instructions and the allotted time to leave it on. “Given that this is a cocktail of concentrated ingredients, keeping it on beyond the prescribed time can start to irritate and weaken the skin,” says Hélène Leblond, dermo-aesthetician and co-owner of EQLib Medispa in Montreal. “Clean your face with a gentle exfoliator to get rid of dead skin cells to allow for better penetration,” says Leblond. “Afterward,” advises Jennifer Brodeur, CEO and cocreator of the JB Skin Guru skin-care brand, “once you’ve removed the excess mask with a lotion-soaked cotton pad, apply a moisturizing cream. The mask acts instantly and the moisturizer will seal in those benefits further,” she adds. CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020 | 25
THIRST-QUENCHING
LANO Face Base The Aussie Flyer Leave-On Recovery Mask, $32, sephora.ca.
LANCÔME Rose Jelly Mask Intense Re-hydrating with Acacia Honey and Rose Water, $43, lancome.ca.
This type of mask quenches dehydrated skin with low water reserves when you don’t drink enough, are exposed to high winds or excess pollution, sleep poorly, or take a long plane ride, etc. Like a tall glass of water for the skin, this type of formula hydrates the epidermis and replenishes it by focusing mainly on minerals and hyaluronic acid, a molecule sponge capable of retaining a thousand times its weight in water.
BIOTHERM Aquasource Aura Water Jelly Sheet Mask, $10, biotherm.ca.
USE: Turn to this mask (up to three times a week) as soon as your complexion starts to dull or dry. “And if your chosen formula is in leaf form, make sure that it’s perfectly placed on the face so that each area is evenly nourished,” advises Brodeur. You can even use a jade or quartz roller to help you!” Moisten the face with a toner beforehand to help the mask absorb, then seal the skin under a nourishing serum or cream afterward,” advises Leblond.
DEEP CLEANSING Masks in this formulation are meant to detoxify by unclogging pores and eliminating impurities and excess sebum to clear up oily skin and reduce the occurrence of blackheads and pimples. Based mainly on absorbent agents and soothing ingredients like clay, this type of mask absorbs dirt and excess oil, leaving the face purified.
USE: It is best to apply this mask to the skin regions prone to breakouts (forehead, nose and chin). "As much as possible, stick to the prescribed time,” warns Leblond. “If left on for too long, the clay begins to absorb too many lipids, which can dehydrate, forcing you to rub and irritate the skin to remove it,” she notes. “If you feel that your skin needs a very deep cleanse, let the mask stay on a few more minutes, but make sure to cover your face with a damp washcloth, which will allow the clay to retain its malleability and be less abrasive,” recommends the expert. Using your fingertips, soften the mask with lukewarm water, then remove it with a wet facecloth or makeup remover wipes. Follow with a nonoily mattifying moisturizer (gel or milk texture, for example). 26 | CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020
LISE WATIER Purifying Detox Clay Mask, $32, lisewatier.ca.
GARNIER SkinActive Black Peel-Off Mask with Charcoal, $11, shoppersdrugmart.ca.
L’ORÉAL PARIS Pure-Clay Cleansing Mask Exfoliating and Pore Refining, $12, amazon.ca.
MAHÉE Dry Face Mask, $25, maheeparfums.com.
THE DRY MASK Dry masks are riding the intelligent textile wave that’s currently very popular in the sportswear industry. Compared to traditional wet masks, which can be predominantly made with water, dry masks contain over 80 percent active ingredients infused into the fabric of the mask. The active ingredients are released with a bit of pressure and massage, and the mask can be reused three to five times. It’s an easy, more sustainable solution.
NANNETTE DE GASPÉ Vitality Revealed Biostimulant Décolleté, $120, annettedegaspe.com.
CHARLOTTE TILBURY Instant Magic Facial Dry Sheet Mask, $27, charlottetilbury.ca.
LIFTING AVÈNE SOS Antioxidant A-Oxitive Sheet Mask, $12, shoppersdrugmart.ca.
This type of product helps redefine the contours of the face, soften the jawline and gently lift drooping eyelids for just a few hours. Unlike other types of masks that penetrate pores and activate from the inside out, the lifting formula acts mechanically. By drying on the surface of the skin, the mask leaves a tensor film that instinctively lifts facial features—for a short time. It’s also often enriched with peptides, ingredients capable of stimulating collagen production, so that, when used over time, the layers of the skin’s supporting tissue visibly tighten.
USE: Applying it in front of a mirror, target the most relaxed facial areas, concentrating the lifting mask in a thin layer along the jawline, eyebrows, etc.). “First cleanse the skin with cold water, as the temperature retracts pores and firms the skin,” advises Brodeur. After the mask’s time to set is up, do not break the support film that just formed, simply apply makeup over it. “Many of these masks are formulated to serve as a makeup base,” notes Leblond. “They blur imperfections, fill fine lines, and ensure optimal hold for powdered makeup.” CLARINS Super Restorative Instant Lift Serum Mask, $25, clarins.ca. VICHY Double Glow Peel Mask, $34, vichy.ca. CAUDALIE Instant Detox Mask, $51, sephora.ca.
BRIGHTENING Master of the healthy glow, a brightening mask acts in two ways: In the short term, it hydrates and exfoliates skin, and in the long term, it gradually reduces the look of pigment spots. Vitamin C, glycolic acid, kojic acid, soy and licorice root extract are common ingredients in this type of mask, which perform a slight surface exfoliation and even out skin tone. This allows the skin to radiate, moving the focus away from blemishes and tightening pores, all resulting in a more illuminated complexion.
USE: “Apply this mask all over the face, rather than just in troubled spots,” advises Leblond. “When a dark spot emerges, it’s because there are several other problems lying beneath the skin, and although they might still be invisible to the naked eye, new spots will eventually appear. It’s way easier to prevent than to cure.” Since this mask exfoliates right away, simply apply it to makeup-free skin, rinse it off with rose water and complete the treatment with a brightening serum (before a fancy night out, for example), or your favourite anti-spot cream and SPF product (if you apply the mask during the day). “No spot will disappear in an instant," says Brodeur. “Time and regular treatments are necessary to mitigate it.”
DERMALOGICA Stress Positive Eye Lift, $96, dermalogica.ca.
LIERAC Lift Integral Flash Mask, $80, lierac.ca.
THE SMART MASK Don’t be scared by this small device’s alien-like appearance. With its system of sonic pulses applied to the face, the speed at which sheet masks work is amplified, bringing it to a quick 90 seconds (rather than 10 or 15 minutes).
FOREO Mini UFO, $235, sephora.ca.
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FASHION & BEAUTY skin care
Inner Beauty Beauty starts on the inside! Add these vegan, organic tumericbased capsules to your routine to reduce internal and topical inammation.
Luscious Locks Spread the contents of one of these oil-ďŹ lled ampoules over dry, damaged hair and let it work its magic for a few minutes before rinsing it off to reveal shiny, soft and totally revived tresses.
WELL TOLD HEALTH Anti-Inammatory Capsules, $34, welltold.ca.
PHYTO PARIS Huile d’Alès Intense Hydrating Oil Treatment, $34, phyto-canada.ca.
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capsules Simple Radiance Applying the contents of one capsule each day will give you an invigorated complexion and a boost of vitamin C to your skin, as well as increased moisture protection thanks to the inclusion of ceramides. ELIZABETH ARDEN Vitamin C Ceramide Capsules Radiance Renewal Serum, $106, shoppersdrugmart.ca.
Overnight Revival Shine Bright This oral-scented makeup base from Guerlain prepares the face and neutralizes the skin’s sebum while giving an overall shimmery glow. Make sure not to waste a single bead! GUERLAIN MÊtÊorites Base, $83, guerlain.com.
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Slather on this nourishing concentrate containing antioxidant-rich chamomile and rosemary extracts to protect your skin from the effects of stress, pollution and lack of sleep. ESTÉE LAUDER Advanced Night Repair Intensive Recovery Ampoules, $145, esteelauder.ca.
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This product promises volume, and it definitely delivers. Plus, it smells absolutely divine.
If you’re looking to add texture to your tresses with a dry shampoo, this one’s got you covered.
R+CO Death Valley Dry Shampoo, $40, randco.com.
RENÉ FURTERER Naturia Dry Shampoo, $22, renefurterer.com.
Formulated as a mousse, this dry shampoo is great for curly locks, since you don’t need to brush after applying.
Perfect for busy mornings, this spray is a breeze to apply and brush out, leaving hair volumized, and not at all greasy.
This dry shampoo revitalizes flat hair and absorbs oil easily and efficiently. Its bergamot vanilla scent adds to its charm.
OGX Green Tea Fitness Dry Shampoo Foam, $11, shoppersdrugmart.ca.
KLORANE Dry Shampoo with Nettle Extract, $15.50, klorane.com.
L’ORÉAL PARIS Magic Dry Shampoo $10, amazon.ca.
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YOUR AGE GIVEAWAY FIGHT SAGGING SKIN WITH A TARGETED TREATMENT Often less maintained than the face, the neck is nevertheless an area that has long been the focus of women’s attention. The neck is always on the move, and its constant lifting, lowering, and shifting of the head have an impact on the bio-mechanical properties of its skin. Just like its facial counterpart, neck skin is vulnerable to premature aging caused by internal and external factors. And despite their physical proximity to one another,
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Q: Why do I need to take special care of my neck? A: The skin around your neck is more fragile and thinner than your facial skin because it contains less fat. And from age 40 onwards, it begins to lose density and sag. Our neck, therefore, can reveal signs of aging even before our face does, especially if we tend to neglect moisturizing and protecting it from the sun.
Q: How can I fight the effects of aging on my neck and facial contours? A: It is important to integrate these vulnerable areas into your skincare routine. Look for specialized products with active ingredients that fight the effects of sagging skin. Hyaluronic acid and lipids, such as phytosterols, are good examples. For optimal results, always apply treatments in gentle movements, from bottom to top.
- Dr. GENEVIÈVE THÉRIEN, Dermatologist, Quebec City
NEOVADIOL PHYTOSCULPT NATURAL-ORIGIN ACTIVE INGREDIENTS RECOGNIZED BY DERMATOLOGISTS Neovadiol Phytosculpt is Vichy’s first treatment designed to firm, tone, and redefine the neck and face contours, two areas where menopausal skin changes are particularly noticeable. Developed with dermatologists, this innovative treatment offers a pleasant balm texture suitable for ultra-delicate massage. It contains active ingredients, like proxylane and hyaluronic acid, to improve the density and firmness of the skin, as well as phytosterols for resculpting.
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Hygiene Watch out while washing! Before being outraged, hear us out: We’re not talking about giving up hygiene here, we’re simply putting forward the fact that certain habits hurt our hands without us knowing. The culprits are washing with water that’s too hot and dish soap or detergents, which destroy the skin’s protective barrier. “Try to use a mild soap that doesn’t dry out the skin or eliminate its natural sebum,� says Marilyne Bouchard, founder of the Canadian QDWXUDO VNLQ FDUH EUDQG %.,1' You can also opt for a soap-free cleanser, or when you’re on dish duty, be sure to wear gloves.
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With its antioxidant- and fatty acid-rich ingredients like shea butter and lavender, rosehip, borage and macadamia nut oils, this luxuriously scented, butter-textured cream will keep your hands moisturized, nourished and super soft long-term. BURT’S BEES Shea Butter Hand Repair Cream $15, well.ca.
Containing active (vegan) collagen, the Genius hand cream from Algenist is a lightweight miracle worker. The collagen penetrates deep into the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and fighting age spots simultaneously! ALGENIST Genius Liquid Collagen Hand Cream, $50, sephora.ca.
Rose extract and geranium and bergamot essential oils lie at the heart of this natural, vegan formula, which not only deeply hydrates, but also fights the signs of premature aging. BKIND Floral Hand Balm, $16, bkind.com.
This valuable anti-aging treatment, made with 90 percent natural ingredients, moisturizes, smooths and evens out the hands’ fragile skin thanks to a nourishing botanical alfalfa concentrate and licorice extract. Plus, its mini format slips easily into your handbag, so there’s no excuse not to use it!
Give your hands a welldeserved break with a 15-minute soak in this hand mask. Once dissolved in hot water, it transforms into a mixture of argan and avocado oils, along with butters infused with cupuaçu and murumuru, two plants native to the Amazon region. Your soft hands will thank you! LUSH Golden Handshake Hot Hand Mask, $5, lush.ca.
CHANEL Le Lift Hand Cream, $90, chanel.com.
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Jane Fonda The word iconic gets thrown around pretty freely, but there’s no truer descriptor for author, activist, fitness mogul and two-time Academy Award-winning actor Jane Fonda. At 82, she’s as outspoken, mischievous and political as she was in her 30s, and when we were offered the opportunity to interview the L’Oréal Paris spokesperson, we were all in. The result was a thought-provoking and inspiring conversation, touching on everything from fitness and living life to the fullest to the democratization of beauty. TEXT JULIA M C EWEN
BEING JANE
You may think Jane Fonda’s life is all Hollywood glamour, but it turns out she’s just like the rest of us…well, almost.
This past Labour Day weekend Fonda made the decision to move from California to Washington, D.C., with the intent to use her celebrity status to try to raise a sense of urgency about the world’s climate crisis. On October 11, 2019, she was arrested at a climate change protest on the U.S. Capitol steps.
Fonda co-hosted the 58th annual Academy Awards with Alan Alda and Robin Williams in 1986 and bought her dress from Holt Renfrew in Toronto. The strapless sequinned gown was by Canadian designer Wayne Clark. “Those were the days when we wore our own clothes to the awards—I still have it,” she says. “I love it, and I’ve worn it to a lot of weddings.”
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The dress Fonda wore to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's gala in 2017 was “all beads, and weighed about 80 pounds,” she says. “I got home and I couldn’t unzip it by myself, so I just slept in it.” The next morning when a friend came to help her, she posted this photo to her Instagram feed to show how the other half really lives.
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Has the representation of beauty in advertising changed since you started modelling? Yes. It’s more inclusive now, but it wasn’t the beauty brands who initially said, “We’re going to expand our view of what’s beautiful.” It was the women’s movement, the gay and lesbian movement, the people with disabilities movement, the
civil rights movement— all these mass movements around the world have forced people to open their hearts and minds and eyes to a more expanded view of what is beautiful, and that’s beautiful to see.
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What’s your fitness routine like now? It’s slow. That’s the mantra. I didn’t start working out until I was in my 40s, but now, I do it pretty much every day with a trainer who specializes in working with older people. When you’re older, you want to go through the movements very carefully. Doing them correctly, being in the right position, is critical. What’s important is to keep moving, to use your muscles, to stay flexible and to stay strong, to protect your bones. I want to stay independent for as long as possible. I want to be able to sit on the floor and play with my grandchildren. I want to carry at least some of my own luggage, and not take 15 minutes to get out of the car.
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Just Like Jane 1. Bold eye or bold lip? I love L’Oréal’s matte lipsticks. When you get older, you don’t want to be shiny. L’Oréal Paris Age Perfect Hydrating Core LIPSTICK, $13, amazon.ca.
2. Jeans or yoga pants? Yoga pants.
3. Regular houseguests? Lily [Tomlin]. Patrisse Khan-Cullors, the co-founder of Black Lives Matter; Eve Ensler, and June Raphael, who plays my oldest daughter on Grace and Frankie.
4. Coffee or cocktail? Vodka martini, straight up.
5. Last book you read? On Fire: The (Burning) Case for a Green New Deal by Naomi Klein. She’s one of my mentors.
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PRODUCER, ISABELLE VALLÉE. PHOTOGRAPHY, ANDRÉANNE GAUTHIER/C. MODEL: ISABELLE (DULCEDO), STYLING, MÉLANIE LARIVIÈRE. MAKEUP, ALEXIA BAILLARGEON
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Dress it up or dress it down, the indispensable denim jacket never goes out of style. TEXT MARIANNE DAVIDSON
weekend
Comfy and casual, this denim-on-denim look is perfect for relaxed weekend outings and chilling at home. JEANS, $40, hm.com/ca.
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ONE JEAN JACKET 3 LOOKS
JEAN JACKET, $85, gapcanada.ca.
It’s the classic go-to for days of “in-between” weather. But more than that, the jean jacket is the perfect choice for a plusone at any event. It’s the fashionable best friend we can’t go anywhere without.
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A jean jacket takes the fuss out of a gorgeous below-theknee pleated skirt while layering on the glam. Pair them with sleek neutral pumps and you’ll be ready for a night on the town.
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TOP, $50, lechateau.com. PANTS, $90, rw-co.com. SHOES, $80, aldoshoes.com. RINGS, $10, ardene.com.
JEAN JACKET, $50, zara.com.
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mantra of the month DITCH YOUR DUDS RESPONSIBLY
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March is the time to start transitioning your wardrobe from winter to spring, and that means deciding which outďŹ ts stay and which can go. But before you toss your togs in the trash, think about disposing of unwanted clothes responsibly. Fabrics in good condition can be donated to thrift stores and charitable organizations for resale. Stained, torn or worn material can be turned into industrial stuffing or transformed into new products if donated to a recycling facility. Check your municipality’s website for information on where to drop off some of that excess baggage. The next step is to purchase purposefully.
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LIFE & COMMUNITY money talks
MAKING SENSE OF
inheritances This month, we’re focusing on the important factors to consider to make an informed decision about an inheritance.
Canada is on a path to experiencing the largest transfer of wealth in history. We have an aging population and it has amassed wealth through retirement savings and asset accumulation. Billions of dollars will be transferred from our oldest generation to the younger ones, including baby boomers and their children, in the next couple of decades. While most of us relish the idea of receiving a windfall, a monetary inheritance usually comes at the expense of losing someone we love. This makes the endowment bittersweet, and because there are often strong emotions involved, extra care should be taken to ensure WKDW DQ\ ¿QDQFLDO OHJDF\ LVQœW ZDVWHG In Canada, inheritances can be bequeathed either while the owner is alive—called a living 48 | CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020
inheritance or gift, it allows the benefactor an opportunity to see the legacy used and appreciated—or after he or she has died, through a will or estate plan. An estate plan incorporates a will as well as additional directions for care while a person is still alive (e.g., power of attorney authorization, health-care directives, etc). The good news is that there is no tax on inheritances of either money or possessions such as jewellery, furniture or the like. However, if the LQKHULWDQFH LQFOXGHV D KRPH WKH EHQH¿FLDULHV are responsible for property taxes that still need to be paid and, if it is sold, there may be tax implications, such as the need to pay capLWDO JDLQV WD[ $V DOZD\V LWœV EHVW WR VSHDN WR D professional to get clear answers to questions DERXW \RXU VSHFL¿F FLUFXPVWDQFHV
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Because there are often strong emotions involved, extra care should be taken to ensure that any financial legacy isn’t wasted.
It’s important to recognize that when it comes to dealing with the death of a family member, family tensions can easily escalate. As much as we like to think we’re rational creatures who always make logical and smart decisions, the opposite is more often true. As we are emotional beings, money and personal possessions take on greater importance and meaning when they’re associated with a relative and our heritage. Ideally, arguments can be avoided by an ounce of prevention in the form of a solid HVWDWH SODQ RU ZLOO DQG H̆HFWLYH FRPPXnication with those impacted. If the proverbial horse is already out of the barn, though, consider selling all the assets and splitting the proceeds equitably. If WKHUH DUH VWLOO UXĚˆHG IHDWKHUV LW PLJKW EH worth calling in a neutral outside party.
Consider these suggestions so you can set yourself up to make good decisions if you receive an inheritance:
Understand that in order to receive your inheritance,
Consider what your financial goals are and how you
the estate must be probated ďŹ rst, unless you were listed as a direct beneďŹ ciary of an insurance policy or retirement savings. This means that someone can name you on a policy or investment and upon their passing, the funds come directly to you and stay outside of the probate process. If your inheritance is part of the estate, then it will need to be probated and this takes time and work on behalf of the executor. Executors may receive an executor fee up to a provincially dictated percentage to cover the cost of their time and labour unless it is speciďŹ ed in the will that no fee is to be taken. You can ďŹ nd out more information through your provincial government and/or by speaking with a lawyer.
can effectively use this money to achieve them. Some possibilities can include paying down debt, topping up your retirement savings, adding money to your children or grandchildren’s education savings plans, paying off your mortgage and even helping your children with their ďŹ nancial goals. Alternatively, perhaps you will choose to do something to honour the person who has died by purchasing a memorial tree, plaque or bench in your loved one’s favourite park, for instance, or making a donation to a health cause or animal shelter close to their heart. What’s special about a ďŹ nancial inheritance is that it can be used to do something you wouldn’t ordinarily do, in remembrance of someone you love.
Get an expert opinion—or two. Speak with your ďŹ nancial planner about how to best use your inheritance. If you’re unsure about the recommendations, consider speaking to another ďŹ nancial planner for more options. Consulting a fee-based ďŹ nancial planner means you won’t need to make a long-term commitment since you’ll be paying them for their advice.
STACY YANCHUK OLEKSY IS DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY AWARENESS AT THE CREDIT COUNSELLING SOCIETY.
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LIFE & COMMUNITY serenity now
Dear
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Liza
Registered psychotherapist Liza Finlay answers your most-asked questions about relationships.
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My partner and I have decided to separate. We’ve stayed together as long as we can for the sake of our kids, but we’ve gone from fighting to not even talking. Our kids are going to be devastated. What’s the best way to tell them about the split?
,ÂśP UHDOO\ JODG \RXÂśYH WDNHQ WKH brave step of separating. Staying WRJHWKHU ÂłIRU WKH VDNH RI WKH NLGV´ is never a good idea. It puts your children in the position of being responsible for your marital unhappiness. Furthermore, it subjects them to a decades-long education in what relationships should not ORRN OLNH ,I \RXÂśYH GHFLGHG \RXU PDULWDO SUREOHPV DUHQÂśW Âż[DEOH LW is far preferable to part ways and ÂżQG KDSSLQHVV UDWKHU WKDQ IRUFH NLGV WR HQGXUH WKH KRVWLOLW\ WKDW \RX PD\ WKLQN \RX KLGH IURP WKHP EXW never really do. So, how do you tell them? First, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t assume they will be devastated. Maybe they will, maybe they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Maybe one will and one wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell you how many WLPHV ,ÂśYH KHDUG NLGV VD\ Âł<HDK ZH NQHZ LW ZDV FRPLQJ ´ %XW HYHQ LI one or all of your children are hurt, LWÂśV JRLQJ WR EH RND\ 5HPHPEHU your job as a parent is to prepare NLGV IRU OLIH QRW SUHYHQW OLIH IURP happening; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to prepare them for tough times, not prevent tough times altogether. So, if they are sad RU VFDUHG DFNQRZOHGJH WKRVH IHHOLQJV ZKLOH DOVR DFNQRZOHGJLQJ \RXU faith in their ability to be resilient. Let them cry, and let them see you NHHS JHWWLQJ XS DQG JHWWLQJ RQ OLNH they will.
My husband wants sex a lot more than I do. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not that I want sex with someone else, I just donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the same libido he doesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;or that I once had. These days, I approach sex like a chore, counting the days until Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have to do it again. How can I make sure both our needs are met?
What youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re describing is what my colleague, sex therapist Aline Zoldbrod, calls the mercy sex cycle. You have â&#x20AC;&#x153;get it over withâ&#x20AC;? sex that is only somewhat satisfying for him and not at all satisfying for you. Not surprisingly, you become averse to these sexual experiences and so avoid another encounter as long as you can. But this only has the HĚ&#x2020;HFW RI PDNLQJ \RXU SDUWQHU IHHO PRUH deprived and you more resentful about V\PSDWK\ RU ÂłJHW RĚ&#x2020; P\ FDVH´ VH[ $QG so it goes. The fact is that men have seven to eight times more testosterone (one of the arousal hormones) than women. That doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean that women donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;tâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; or canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;tâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;want sex, but rather that it PD\ WDNH ORQJHU IRU WKHP WR JHW WKHUH There are a few things you can do, right now, to correct this intimacy imbalance. â&#x20AC;˘ Stop seeing sex as an act of charity and end the mercy sex cycle. â&#x20AC;˘ Stop comparing your sex drive now WR ZKDW LW ZDV ZKHQ \RX ÂżUVW VWDUWHG dating. The rush of hormones you felt during the honeymoon stage isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sustainable; this is normal. â&#x20AC;˘ &RQVLGHU VFKHGXOLQJ VH[ ,I \RX NQRZ LWÂśV FRPLQJ \RX FDQ WDNH UHVSRQVLELOLW\ for getting yourself in the mood; psychologically prepare for it. For his part, your partner may not get it as much as KHÂśG OLNH EXW KHÂśOO ORYH NQRZLQJ KH FDQ count on this intimate time and that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have a willing partner. â&#x20AC;˘ Follow the Ts of good sex: Lots of time, ORWV RI WDON DQG ORWV RI WRXFK
My husband and I have been divorced for five years. When my daughter is at her dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, he makes her do her own laundry and walk the dog. I think this is way too much to expect from a 12-year-old. Now she doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to go to her dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as much. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve tried talking to him about this but he wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t back down. Now what do I do?
Before I answer your question, I have a question of my own. How GR \RX NQRZ" ,ÂśP EHWWLQJ WKDW \RXU daughter gave you a full recounting of the rift between her and her father, in glorious detail. In fact, I bet that this dramatic download is your daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solution to her problemâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bypassing Dad and sending in the heavy hitter (you). Now the problem with this strategy is that your daughter never learns YLWDO FRQĂ&#x20AC;LFW UHVROXWLRQ VNLOOV FRPmunication, cooperation, how to mend hurt feelings. Furthermore, the ingenious little devil has managed to destabilize her two parents, NHHSLQJ WKHP DW RGGV VR VKH FDQ SOD\ WKHP RĚ&#x2020; HDFK RWKHU %HOLHYH me, it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be long before youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on the other end of this passiveaggressive power play. So, what do you do? Listen sympathetically DQG WKHQ HQFRXUDJH KHU WR WDON LW out with her dad. Tattling needs to be addressed, whether you are two or 12.
LIZA FINLAY IS A REGISTERED PSYCHOTHERAPIST AND AUTHOR OF LOST & FOUND: THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY OF WOMEN AT MIDLIFE CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020 | 51
LIFE & COMMUNITY book club
March Reading
madness Darling Rose Gold
Springâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spirit of renewal has us excited for this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hot new releases, which run the gamut from sparkling memoirs to sinister thrillers. PRODUCER SUZANNE MOUTIS
Conjure Women
The Glass Hotel
FICTION
FICTION
FICTION
(SIMON & SCHUSTER) BY STEPHANIE WROBEL, $25
(RANDOM HOUSE) BY AFIA ATAKORA, $36
(HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS) BY EMILY ST. JOHN MANDEL, $35
Oh, this is good.â&#x20AC;ŚIf youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a fan of psychological thrillers then this LQYHQWLYH GHEXW ZLOO TXLFNO\ ÂżQG its creepy way into your heart. Until the age of 18, Rose Gold was the victim of Factitious Disorder (aka MĂźnchausen syndrome by proxy) at the hands of her mother, Patty. As the novel begins, Patty has served her jail sentence and Rose Gold, now a grown woman and mother herself, has forgiven Patty and takes her in. But has Rose Gold really forgiven Patty? Is Patty really rehabilitated? The relationship between mother and daughter is fraught with deceitâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only the beginning.
Medicine, motherhood and a bit of magic come together in this poetic debut novel. Taking place in time periods both before and after the American Civil War, Conjure Women will put you under the spell of May Belle, a slave skilled in the arts of healing and crafting curses; her daughter, Rue, who inherits the talents of her mother; and their plantation ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter, Varina. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a haunting tale of the bonds they share, the secrets they keep and the forces that threaten to tear their lives apart.
If you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t already a fan of this bestselling Canadian author after the success of her compelling novel Station Eleven, prepare to be swept away by the quiet brilliance of her latest, The Glass Hotel $W D ÂżYH VWDU KRWHO RQ WKH tip of Vancouver Island, New York City moneyman and Ponzi-scheme swindler Jonathan Alkaitis meets humble bartender Vincent for the ÂżUVW WLPH VHWWLQJ WKHP RQ D FRXUVH that will reverberate with the tensions of greed, ghosts and regret for years to come.
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The Forgotten Home Child FICTION (SIMON & SCHUSTER) BY GENEVIEVE GRAHAM, $25 The author of Come from Away and At the Mountainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Edge has turned her talents to illuminating the heartbreaking legacy of the British Home Children. From 1869 to the mid-20th century, more than 100,000 impoverished and homeless children ZHUH WDNHQ RĚ&#x2020; WKH VWUHHWV RI (QJODQG DQG SODFHG LQ KRPHV LQ &DQDGD RVWHQVLEO\ IRU the chance at a better life here. Many became indentured servants, with harrowing consequences. Graham, inspired by their stories, has crafted a sensitive, moving tale of a group of displaced children and their search for belonging on our shores. This little-known piece of our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be in better hands.
We Are Not Here to Be Bystanders
Nobody Will Tell You This But Me
MEMOIR
MEMOIR
(37 INK) BY LINDA SARSOUR, $35
(KNOPF) BY BESS KALB, $35
The title of Linda Sarsourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s compelling, inspirational memoir says it all. This Palestinian MuslimAmerican powerhouse has helmed some of the most formidable protests in the U.S.â&#x20AC;&#x201D;most notably the Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s March on Washington in 2017â&#x20AC;&#x201D;and in this book she relates the importance of standing up and speaking out about economic, racial and social justice. Sarsourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passionate advocation of peaceful protest for global change is a call to action of the most relevant and imperative kind: leadership and MXVWLFH IRU WKH EHQHÂżW RI RWKHUV
When an established literary talent pens a memoir in tribute to her beloved grandmother, you expect it to be eloquent and emotionally powerful. Bess Kalb, one of the wordsmiths on the Jimmy Kimmel Show and a contributor to The New Yorker Daily Shouts, delivers that and so much more in this book. Featuring the beyondthe-grave dry and witty perspective of Kalbâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandmother, Bobby Bell, and including remembered conversations between the two, photographs, transcripts of voicemails and other memorabilia, the entries are funny, intimate and eminently quotable.
A Conspiracy of Bones FICTION (SCRIBNER) BY KATHY REICHS, $25
March is the month to reconnect with everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favourite forensic anthropologist, Temperance Brennan, in this latest installment of Kathy Reichsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bestselling mystery series. This time out, Tempe is recovering from surgery in her home in North Carolina when she receives a series of anonymous texts that contain images of an XQLGHQWLÂżHG FRUSVH 7R ÂżQG RXW who the dead man is and why she is the recipient of the messages, Tempe enlists the aid of her boyfriend, Andrew Ryan, as well as a former detective, and follows the twisting trail to its dark and disturbing source. CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020 | 53
health hack of the month BEAT THE CLOCK Daylight Saving Time has a way of messing with our minds—and our bodies. The “spring forward” loss of an hour’s sleep, specifically, has been shown to be detrimental to our health in a variety of ways, including an increase in heart attacks, car crashes and workplace injuries. This year, resolve to put efficient strategies in place before you sacrifice those 60 minutes on March 8. In the week leading up to the change, experts advise eating sensibly (adding a probiotic to your diet and subtracting gluten, sugar and wine), shifting your bedtime by 15 minutes every couple of days, engaging in gentle exercise before you turn in and opening your blinds to let the sun in as soon as you wake.
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â&#x20AC;¢ Forget applesâ&#x20AC;¦a grapefruit a day
keeps the doctor away! Antioxidants in grapefruit, especially the red varieties, have been shown to lower cholesterol. High blood cholesterol is an associated risk factor for heart disease, which is one of the leading causes of death for Canadian women. Grapefruits also contain high amounts of ï¬&#x201A;avanones, compounds that are linked to a 19% lower risk for blood clotrelated stroke in women.
â&#x20AC;¢ Tip: Medical professionals recommend consuming the fruit itself over the juice due to the high sugar content of fruit juices.
â&#x20AC;¢ World Kidney Day is on March 12,
2020, so now is a great time to get informed about kidney health. For example, naringenin, a type of ï¬&#x201A;avanone that is naturally occurring in grapefruits, can help prevent the formation of kidney cysts, and could be vital to the treatment and
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prevention of kidney disease. Grapefruits are also a dietary source of citrate, which has been shown to help prevent the recurrence of kidney stones and improve overall urinary tract health.
â&#x20AC;¢ Grapefruits are listed as a contrain-
dication for certain drugs, so if you take medication regularly it's important to speak with your health-care provider about incorporating this powerhouse into your diet. The enzyme in our bodies that metabolizes grapefruit also breaks down some drugs and can effectively block the absorption of the medication. But the opposite effect is also true: Two substances found in grapefruits, called furanocoumarins, can actually help certain oral medications be more efficiently absorbed by the body. Researchers believe this and other compounds found in grapefruits may be useful in developing future drug formulations with improved safety and reliability.
NOTES
REAP THE REWARDS OF GRAPEFRUITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ANTIOXIDANT POWERS WITH THESE REFRESHING SKIN-CARE PRODUCTS.
ORIGINS Gloomaway Grapefruit Body Souffle, $48, origins.ca.
GREEN BEAVER Gel Cleanser with Soothing Aloe Vera and Purifying Grapefruit, $20, well.ca.
YES TO GRAPEFRUITS Dark Circle Correcting Eye Cream, $25, amazon.ca.
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dry skin rx
HEALTH & FITNESS
We bet you’re getting tired of dry skin season, but you don’t have to wait until the snow melts to get relief for those chapped cheeks, cracked lips and itchy shins. TEXT KAREN ROBOCK
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Even as winter ends, it doesn’t seem to want to lessen its grip, and the long-term forecast is tight, itchy, red complexions. “We know that cold air holds less water than warm air, so in the wintertime skin is more susceptible to the drop in humidity,” says Dr. Susan Poelman, a dermatologist and assistant professor of dermatology at the University of Calgary. But a few easy changes to your skin-care routine can keep skin hydrated and happy from head to toe.
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1Shower SMARTER
Stick to brief, warm rinses of not more than 10 minutes, preferably just twice a week. Daily steam-up-the-bathroom-mirrorstyle showers are off-limits because too much hot water will dry skin out. And so will using your favourite body wash, very likely. “Soap is the biggest dry-skin enemy,” says Dr. Poelman. “Use it only under the arms, around the groin and on your feet—you don’t need soap anywhere else unless your skin is obviously soiled,” she says. That’s because soap changes the natural pH level of the skin, disrupting lipid production, which contributes to parched complexions. People with dryness issues should opt for very gentle body washes and face cleansers designed for sensitive skin. (In the morning, you can even skip the facial cleanser and just splash your face with tepid water before you moisturize.) Think “soak and smear,” says Dr. Poelman. “Immediately after the shower, pat dry and smear in a cream right away to seal in moisture.”
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Whether it’s done with a manual scrub or a product containing ingredients like lactic acid or fruit acids, exfoliating should be done with care, warns Cassandra Bradshaw, lead skin therapist at Province Apothecary’s Holistic Skincare Clinic in Toronto. “We use so many things every day that are already exfoliating that it’s easy to overdo it,” she says. If you’re cleansing your face with a rough textured washcloth and using an exfoliating serum, for example, you’re already doubling up your efforts. But, if you think your complexion could use a little bit of extra buffing, especially during the dry winter season, gentle manual exfoliants twice a week for the face and body should be plenty, she says. Opt for a very mild scrub that contains ingredients like oats to nourish, soothe and hydrate while sloughing off those dead skin flakes.
SLATHER ON THE
serum
Once your face is buffed, it’s primed and ready for moisture. Start with a serum containing vitamin C. “It can repair any damage to the skin caused by UV exposure, environmental pollution or stress,” says Dr. Poelman. Follow that with your daily SPF 30 (yes, it’s essential whether you’re hitting the slopes or simply walking to and from the office). After your SPF soaks in, apply your moisturizer.
Shelve the light face lotion and level up with a seriously hydrating cream containing ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid. They’ll help to protect the skin’s natural barrier, locking in moisture and preventing redness and irritation. “Sometimes people have the misconception that thick or heavy creams can make you break out, so they avoid them,” says Dr. Poelman. “But creams tend to be more hydrating, so for the body it’s good to switch.” Just look for products with the label ‘non-comedogenic’ for your face, meaning they won’t clog pores. For sensitive complexions, Bradshaw recommends layering a third line of defense on after your serum: “One thing I always recommend is a using a face balm,” she says. “For dry skin sufferers, it’s the perfect finale in a moisture-sealing ritual.” Dab it on to spot-treat chapped cheeks, for example, or smooth it over your face to seal in moisture. Keep the skin on your body hydrated with a rich butter or thick all-over product. Avocado, shea butter and pumpkin seed oil are other nourishing ingredients that will help to soothe and soften dry patches on your legs, arms or torso. If you have itchy spots, like on your shins, try your best not to scratch, warns Dr. Poelman. This can worsen the problem and even lead to infection if you break the skin. Soothe the area with frequent applications of a lavish, fragrance-free cream. “One good tip is to keep your moisturizer in the fridge, because if it’s cool it’s going to be soothing,” she says. CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020 | 59
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After going through your bedtime skin-care ritual, take a few minutes, once or twice per week, to treat your epidermis to a nourishing mask. Pick one you can sleep in or one you can wear for a few minutes while you go about the rest of your nighttime routine. It’ll do wonders for a parched face and neck, but don’t forget hands and feet, too. “I tell my patients they can make their own masks by mixing coconut oil with their favourite fragrancefree cream,” says Dr. Poelman. After a shower or bath (or soaking your hands or feet in warm— not hot—water for 10 minutes), apply a thick layer of your rich DIY mask to your hands and/or feet, then cover up with cotton gloves or socks before you tuck into bed. “That has the desired effect of hydrating the skin by trapping the moisture,” she says. “It’s really quite effective.”
it’s the balm
Ready for a major moisture boost? We’ve got the best creams, gels, masks and more to keep your complexion hydrated. Fans of this non-greasy moisturizer love the gel-cream consistency that spreads evenly and absorbs completely. It’s ideal for breakout-prone skin. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream, $24, shoppersdrugmart.ca.
Treat rough, red spots with a concentrated blend of antioxidant-rich oils and organic beeswax. This unscented moisturizing balm melts into skin to protect it from the damaging elements. Province Apothecary Protecting + Restoring Face Balm, $26, provinceapothecary.com.
This natural wonder has achieved cult status for a reason. Celebs from Julia Roberts to Victoria Beckham praise it for the ultra-thick texture and dewy finish it leaves behind. Use it anywhere and everywhere skin needs a shot of hydration. Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream, $23, well.ca.
These rinse-free treatment masks only take 10 minutes to repair extra dry skin, leaving hands and feet visibly softer and smoother than before application. Aveeno Repairing Cica Hand & Foot Masks, $5/pair, walmart.ca.
A blend containing maple extract and ginseng works to lock in moisture, soothe redness and bring back a healthy glow. Les Essentiels by Hudson’s Bay Face Serum, $55, thebay.com.
Protect your pucker with a layer of this soothing, antioxidant-rich hydrator containing agave, acai and colloidal oat flour. (Tip: dab it on your cuticles and wave goodbye to dry-looking nails, too!) Bite Beauty Agave+ Intensive Lip Mask, $34, sephora.ca.
Tuck into bed with this next-level sleeping mask that locks in moisture. The cooling gel essence is powered by rosewater and hyaluronic acid. Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Sleeping Mask, $66, sephora.ca.
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colour of the month JONQUIL The onset of spring brings with it bursts of bright and happy hues that will colour the world for months to come. Heavenly jonquil offers a paler, sophisticated take on sunshine yellow, and is a perfect shade for welcoming this ďŹ&#x201A;ourishing season.
Beauti-Tone Canadian Living Coast-To-Coast Colour Collection Peaches and Cream CL15-0 PAINT, homehardware.ca.
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TEXT MARIANNE DAVIDSON
made beautiful
Wood-look tiles on one wall and a barely-there taupe paint on the others imbue this bathroom with a neutral backdrop and instant warmth.
cabin chic Shared by two teenaged boys, this bathroom was designed for double duty, with a natural, woodsy aesthetic that’ll stand the test of time.
A narrow freestanding bathtub is tucked into the corner of the room in case someone needs a soak. In a clever space-saving move, a niche built into the wall provides a smart spot for storing toiletries. A simple porcelain tile floor that resembles natural stone echoes the grey countertop—a combination that enhances the rustic vibe of the room.
PHOTOGRAPHY, TANGO. DESIGN, CATHERINE C. LÉVEILLÉ, CCLDESIGN.CA. PROP STYLING, JULIE LAPOINTE
Springtime is renewal time, and because bathrooms bear the brunt of so much wear and tear, it’s no surprise that renovating them tops many homeowners’ to-do lists. These three gorgeous spaces are sure to provide you with some serious design inspiration.
A touch of frost on the clear glass shower enclosure provides just the right amount of privacy while keeping the bathroom streamlined.
Woven bath mats that boast a playful pattern add coziness, texture and some whimsy to the scheme.
get the look Multicoloured BillsjĂśn BATH TOWEL, $9, ikea.ca.
Bathroom essentials need not be on display! This vanity features lots of drawers to allow for optimal organization.
Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room on the long vanity for each boy to have his own sink, backlit mirror and storage space. It helps make sharing this room hassle-free.
Triangle-patterned BASKETS, from $36, zarahome.com.
Porcelain wood-enamelled Plank FLOOR TILES, from $8.50/square foot, ramacierisoligo.com.
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industrial black and white
This unique family bathroom is a bright, luxe space thanks to its stunning pattern play.
A white, oval freestanding bathtub rounds out the hard lines in the room and provides a beautiful contrast to the hexagonal black tiling. Bonus: The faucet retracts so it doesn’t poke bathers in the back.
The sleek black vanity (boasting lots of storage space) fits right in with the subtle herringbone pattern of the floor tiles and the white walls. Its off-set sink gives ample counter space alongside. 66 | CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020
PHOTOGRAPHY, TANGO. W DESIGN, CATHERINE C. LÉVEILLÉ, CCLDESIGN.CA.
Large black geometric tiles and white rectangular ones laid in a herringbone pattern create two distinct spaces in one room. The vertical band of small hex tiles transitions and unifies the look. The same small hex tile treatment is used as an accent in the shower niches and vanity backsplash to pull it all together.
Slim, modern and totally high-tech, the shower fixture, which includes a raincap and removable shower head, is as pretty as it is practical, and makes the morning ritual a dream.
Three large shower niches make room for products galore for every member of the family—the bottom one is easily accessible for small kiddos while the top shelf is high enough to keep dangerous accessories out of their reach. A glass-enclosed shower keeps the design open and fresh, and shows off the stunning tilework and state-ofthe-art fixture inside.
get the look
In this modern aesthetic, the mirror, lantern and wall sconces above the vanity offer a welcome touch of old-world charm.
X Base BATH MAT, $35, cb2.ca.
Banya medium white and black PLANTER, $49, structube.com.
Scale Hexagon Ceramic TILES, $12/square foot, centura.ca.
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The tiles that run the length of the tub were applied vertically to give the space the illusion of more height.
The massive glass enclosure encompasses both tub and shower, setting them apart to make it feel as if you’re in an entirely different room.
Slabs of wood-look flooring with heating underneath are ultra-functional.
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PHOTOGRAPHY, CASA MÉDIA/C. DESIGN, MÉLYSSA ROBERT
A modern bathroom must-have, a heated towel rack offers the ultimate in luxurious comfort.
A large frameless mirror placed above subtle elongated hexagonal tiles on the backsplash provides a clean, fresh finish.
Though there’s room for two sinks on this vanity, installing only one ensures ample counter space. The durable quartz countertop is built to last.
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Walnut veneer on the vanity provides a grounding effect for the room’s ethereal aesthetic.
Paper Grigio TILES, from $10/square foot, ciot.com.
Brushed nickel wall-mounted electric TOWEL WARMER, $330, wayfair.ca.
Marble SOAP DISPENSER, $40, hm.com/ca.
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H USE MATES
With the advent of spring comes the irresistible urge to throw open the windows, lift the rugs and wash all the evidence of winter away. But before you grab your broom and bucket, make sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re primed to get the most out of your cleaning routine. TEXT EMMANUELLE MOZAYAN-VERSCHAEVE
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Before embarking on a spring cleaning spree, each family member should begin with their own belongings by sorting, storing or giving them away. The cleaning can then commence, room by room, starting with the ceiling, then the cabinets and HQGLQJ ZLWK WKH Ã&#x20AC;RRUV GLUW IDOOV so always do them last!).
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Good quality sponges, with one soft side and one rough side that can remove stains without scratching surfaces, as well as a resistant scouring sponge that can be used on Teflon-based nonstick surfaces.
A broom with angled bristles, best for cleaning all those hard-to-reach corners. Oskar BROOM, $23, vileda.ca.
All-purpose SPONGES, $2 each, vileda.ca.
A good vacuum cleaner. Use it to clean blinds, drapes, furniture and floors with the appropriate attachments. We also recommend a handheld wireless vacuum cleaner with multiple automated power levels for easy dusting.
The five essential tools A bucket with divided compartments: One for soapy water, the other for clean rinse water. When your cleaning is done, you can store cleaning products and cloths in the compartments.
Dyson V11 Absolute VACUUM CLEANER, $800, dysoncanada.ca.
Libman two-compartment BUCKET with mop wringer, $22, canadiantire.ca.
Microfibre cloths. These trap dust and don’t leave lint behind, plus they’re machine washable. Hang them to dry, as the dryer can affect their cleaning ability. Simoniz microfibre CLOTHS, $10/8-piece set, canadiantire.ca.
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The six essential steps 1. Sweep from ceilings to floors
2. Wash windows without streaks
3. Tackle blinds and cabinet doors
A good dusting with an angled bristle broom is enough to clean the ceilings and walls of bedrooms, living rooms, and dining rooms. On the other hand, dirt and grease can accumulate in the kitchen and bathroom, so these spaces require a more thorough going over. Use a mop thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s slightly dampened with a few drops of dish soap in some lukewarm water, and move in a backand-forth direction. Mops with a telescopic handle and pivot base are ultra-practical for getting int0 every nook and cranny, including those high, hard to reach corners.
A cleaning product that evaporates too quickly may be whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaving streaks on your windows. Another cause can be your cloth; some arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t absorbent enough and just smear dirt particles around instead of wiping them away. Try this technique to get glass crystal clear: Using a mixture of ž cup white vinegar and 4 cups lukewarm water, wipe windows with a sponge, then dry with an old T-shirt, newspaper or squeegee, working from top to bottom. Spray any mould that appears around window frames with white vinegar and rub with a sponge.
Cleaning venetian blinds slat by slat can be laborious, but the right tool can make it easier. Dirt is quickly removed from vinyl and metal slats when wiped with a soft cloth dipped in a mixture of one-part fabric softener to three-parts water. The mixture also works for removing grease from kitchen cabinets. Diluted dish VRDS LV HĚ&#x2020;HFWLYH IRU FOHDQLQJ DOXPL num and laminate blinds, especially ZKHQ \RX XVH D PLFURÂżEUH FORWK while wooden slats can be cleaned with a soft sponge moistened with a diluted soap-based oil, like Murphyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, GHVLJQHG WR FOHDQ KDUGZRRG Ă&#x20AC;RRUV As for bamboo and fabric blinds, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to clean them with a vacuum cleaner or duster. Some fabric blinds are hand- or machine-washable, but be sure to check the manufacturerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s care label beforehand for any special textile needs.
Fibro Contact MOP, $17, vileda.ca.
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4. Clean curtains
6. Polish light fixtures
Curtains should be cleaned twice a year according to the manufacturerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s instructions. If the drapes have any hooks, you can simply put the top of the drapery with the hooks attached in a pillowcase and tie to seal securely before setting the wash cycle. To dry, hang the curtains back in place and open an adjacent window.
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5. Refresh carpets A small rug can be scraped with a VWLĚ&#x2020; EULVWOHG EUXVK WR UHPRYH GULHG GLUW ZKLOH ODUJHU RQHV EHQHÂżW IURP D WKRURXJK ODXQGHULQJ ZLWK D FDUSHW FOHDQLQJ PDFKLQH DQG DQ HĚ&#x2020;HFWLYH cleanser (try applying a mixture of Âź cup white vinegar, Âź cup liquid dish soap and 8 cups water, then rinsing). To deodorize, sprinkle the carpet with baking soda, then vacuum. Soak any hard to clean stains with soda water before blotting to dry. Old and delicate textiles, such as Persian carpets and Suzanis, can require special treatment. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to contact a specialist before cleaning or attempting to removing stains on your own.
Swiffer 360-degree ďŹ bre DUSTER, $6, canadiantire.ca.
Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to... Clean the back of appliances, including refrigerators, with a vacuum cleaner. Remove grease and grime by dissolving a dishwasher detergent pod in hot water and applying the solution with a sponge. â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Remove dust and clean around all air vents and heaters â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Use a disinfecting product to wipe down doorknobs and remotes. â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Clean fabric-covered furniture. If there are stains and the fabric canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be washed, spray the stain with a textile-safe spot treatment and dry with a soft cloth.
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Celeriac’s unique look is matched by its distinctive powerhouse values. It’s high in fibre and antioxidants, a good source of vitamins C and K, and contains minerals, too, such as manganese and phosphorus. Also known as celery root, celeriac is a close cousin of celery and belongs to the same plant family as carrots. With its delicate taste, celeriac can be prepared in a variety of ways: it can be eaten raw, steamed, boiled, baked or grilled. And it adds loads of flavour to salads, soups and mashed potatoes.
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Celeriac Stars It may not be the prettiest vegetable, but it is delicious, economical and superversatile—perfect in soups and casseroles.
CELERIAC SOUP MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 10 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 40 MINUTES
3 tbsp 2
unsalted butter large leeks, (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced 1 large head fennel, cored and cubed (fronds reserved) salt and pepper 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 large celeriac, peeled and cubed (about 450 g) 8 cups chicken broth 3 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, divided 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, divided 3 tbsp chopped roasted hazelnuts ⅓ cup olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice 76 | CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020
In large saucepan set over medium heat, melt butter; cook leeks and fennel, covered, until softened, about 8 minutes, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. Add celeriac, broth, 2 tbsp thyme and 2 tbsp parsley; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until celeriac is very tender, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in bowl, combine hazelnuts, remaining thyme and parsley, olive oil and lemon juice. In food processor, purée soup in batches until smooth. Chop reserved fennel fronds. Ladle soup into bowls; drizzle hazelnut mixture over top, sprinkle with pepper. Garnish with fennel fronds. PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS about 320 cal, 12 g pro, 18 g fat (6 g sat. fat), 30 g carbs (5 g dietary fibre, 10 g sugar), 25 mg chol, 600 mg sodium, 3 mg iron.
CELERIAC AU GRATIN MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR 25 MINUTES
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celeriac (about 450 g each), peeled, halved and sliced into ¼-inch thick slices 4 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¼-inch thick slices 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into ¼-inch slices salt and pepper 1 cup crème fraîche ½ cup homogenized milk 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme ¼ tsp nutmeg 150 g blue cheese, crumbled 75 g aged Cheddar cheese, grated Preheat oven to 425°F. Grease 13- x 9-inch baking dish; make a single layer, overlapping and alternating slices of celeriac, potatoes and apples in baking dish. Season with salt and pepper. In bowl, whisk together crème fraîche, milk, thyme and nutmeg; spread one quarter of the mixture over celeriac, potatoes and apples. Sprinkle with one quarter of the blue cheese and Cheddar. Repeat layers three times. Cover baking dish with foil; bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil; bake until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes. Broil until golden on top, about 2 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes. PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS about 400 cal, 12 g pro, 24 g fat (15 g sat. fat), 34 g carbs (4 g dietary fibre, 10 g sugar), 75 mg chol, 500 mg sodium, 2 mg iron.
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CHICKEN & BROCCOLI WITH WINE SAUCE
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BROCCOLI & CHICKEN WITH WINE SAUCE MAKES 4 SERVINGS
3 cups small broccoli ďŹ&#x201A;orets 2 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 tsp hot pepper ďŹ&#x201A;akes 2 cloves garlic, ďŹ nely chopped, divided 500 g boneless skinless chicken thighs salt and pepper ½ cup dry white wine ½ cup sodium-reduced chicken broth 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp lemon juice Âź cup almonds, chopped 2 tbsp ďŹ nely chopped fresh parsley 2 tsp grated lemon zest lemon wedges (optional)
Preheat oven to 425°F. In large bowl, combine broccoli, 1 tbsp oil, hot pepper Ă&#x20AC;DNHV DQG KDOI RI WKH JDUOLF 6SUHDG broccoli in single layer on parchment SDSHU OLQHG EDNLQJ VKHHW EDNH XQWLO EURFFROL LV JROGHQ DQG WHQGHU FULVS DERXW PLQXWHV 0HDQZKLOH VSULQNOH FKLFNHQ ZLWK VDOW DQG SHSSHU ,Q ODUJH QRQVWLFN VNLOOHW KHDW UHPDLQLQJ RLO RYHU PHGLXP KLJK KHDW FRRN UHPDLQLQJ JDUOLF IRU PLQXWH $GG FKLFNHQ FRRN WXUQLQJ RIWHQ XQWLO JROGHQ EURZQ DQG FRRNHG WKURXJK WR PLQXWHV 7UDQVIHU FKLFNHQ WR SODWH NHHS ZDUP
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WARM NOODLE SALAD WITH SOFT-BOILED EGGS MAKES 4 SERVINGS
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soba noodles eggs snow peas, trimmed and halved frozen shelled edamame sweet red pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips 4 radishes, thinly sliced 2 green onions, chopped ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds cracked pepper Miso Dressing ⅓ cup canola oil 3 tbsp rice vinegar 2 tbsp white miso paste 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh ginger 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tsp sriracha In large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drain again and set aside. Meanwhile, in separate saucepan, place eggs in single layer; pour in 80 | CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020
enough cold water to cover eggs by 1 inch. Cover and bring to boil. Remove from heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Remove eggs from pan; place in bowl of cold water until cool. Peel and cut in half lengthwise; set aside. Miso Dressing In small bowl, whisk together oil, rice vinegar, miso paste, honey, ginger, garlic and sriracha. (Make-ahead: Can be covered and refrigerated for up to 1 week.) In same pot used to cook noodles, blanch snow peas and edamame for 2 minutes; drain well. In large bowl, combine blanched vegetables, red pepper, radishes, green onions, cilantro and half of the dressing. Add reserved noodles and remaining dressing, mixing
gently until noodles are coated. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and top with egg halves. Sprinkle with pepper. PER SERVING about 555 cal, 21 g pro, 28 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 62 g carb (4 g dietary fibre, 8 g sugar), 185 mg chol, 950 mg sodium, 5 mg iron.
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ASIAN MEATBALLS ON LETTUCE LEAVES MAKES 4 SERVINGS
500 g lean ground pork 4 green onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, ямБnely chopped 2 tbsp ямБnely chopped fresh ginger 1 tbsp ямБsh sauce salt and pepper 1 tbsp vegetable oil 2 tbsp sodium-reduced soy sauce 1 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tbsp maple syrup 8 Boston lettuce leaves 1 carrot, ямБnely julienned 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds In large bowl, combine pork, green RQLRQV JDUOLF JLQJHU DQG ┬┐VK VDXFH VHDVRQ ZLWK VDOW DQG SHSSHU :LWK ZHW KDQGV VKDSH WKH PL[WXUH LQWR VPDOO PHDWEDOOV DERXW WEVS DW D WLPH 5HIULJHUDWH IRU PLQXWHV ,Q ODUJH VNLOOHW KHDW RLO RYHU PHGLXP KHDW FRRN PHDWEDOOV WXUQLQJ RFFDVLRQDOO\ XQWLO JROGHQ DQG FRRNHG WKURXJK DERXW PLQXWHV $GG VR\ DQG KRLVLQ VDXFHV DQG PDSOH V\UXS WXUQLQJ PHDWEDOOV XQWLO ZHOO FRDWHG /D\HU OHWWXFH OHDYHV RQ HDFK SODWH 'LYLGH PHDWEDOOV DPRQJ OHWWXFH OHDYHV *DUQLVK ZLWK FDUURW DQG VSULQNOH ZLWK VHVDPH VHHGV PER SERVING about 240 cal, 27 g pro, 10 g fat (2 g sat. fat), 11 g carb (1 g dietary ямБbre, 6 g sugar), 65 mg chol, 700 mg sodium, 1 mg iron.
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TURKEY CUTLETS WITH BRUSSELS SPROUTS MAKES 4 SERVINGS
8 turkey cutlets (about 500 g) 2 tbsp all-purpose ďŹ&#x201A;our salt and pepper 3 tbsp olive oil, divided 1 shallot, ďŹ nely chopped 250 g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered ž cup sodium-reduced chicken broth ½ cup dried cranberries 82 | CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020
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chopped fresh parsley salted butter cider vinegar
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TOFU & KALE FRIED RICE MAKES 4 SERVINGS
2 tbsp 3 2 2 cups 1 3 cups 1 cup 2 tbsp 4 cups 1 egg 1 1 tbsp 2 tsp 1 tsp
vegetable oil, divided green onions, chopped cloves garlic, minced sliced mushrooms carrot, diced baby kale (or kale leaves, cut into strips) extra-ďŹ rm tofu, drained, patted dry and cubed tamari cooked rice, cooled lightly beaten egg white, lightly beaten oyster sauce sriracha sesame oil
In wok or large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil over mediumhigh heat; cook green onions for 1 minute. Add garlic, mushrooms and carrot; cook, stirring, until vegetables are softened, about 4 minutes. Add kale; cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl; set aside. In same wok, heat remaining vegetable oil over medium-high heat; cook tofu, stirring, until golden, about 4 minutes. Stir in tamari until tofu is well coated, about 30 seconds. Add rice; cook, stirring, for 5 minutes. Push rice to edge of wok. Add egg and egg white to centre of wok; cook, stirring, until softly set, about 2 minutes; mix in rice. Stir in reserved vegetables, oyster sauce, sriracha and sesame oil; cook until heated through. PER SERVING about 445 cal, 17 g pro, 15 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 60 g carb (3 g dietary ďŹ bre, 4 g sugar), 50 mg chol, 950 mg sodium, 3 mg iron.
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With tempting flavours, this simple dinner makes a splendid meal for your family and friends.
GUACAMOLE, SALSA & TEMPEH LAYERED DIP
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MAKES 4 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES
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small avocados, pitted and peeled 1½ tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp plain dairy-free yogurt 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro ½ clove garlic, finely chopped dash hot pepper sauce juice and zest of ½ lime salt and pepper corn chips Salsa 1½ cups ¼ cup 1 tbsp 1 tbsp ½
diced seeded tomatoes chopped green onions olive oil toasted pine nuts clove garlic, finely chopped
Tempeh Garnish 1 tbsp olive oil ¾ cup diced tempeh 2 tbsp sodium-reduced soy sauce 2 tbsp mirin 1 tsp Asian chili paste (such as sambal oelek) 1 tsp minced fresh ginger In blender, purée avocados, oil, yogurt, cilantro, garlic, hot pepper sauce, lime juice and zest until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon into serving dish. Salsa In bowl, combine tomatoes, green onions, oil, pine nuts and garlic. Spoon over guacamole. Tempeh Garnish In skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook tempeh, stirring, until golden on all sides, about 5 minutes. Stir in soy sauce, mirin, chili paste and ginger, scraping up brown bits from bottom of pan with wooden spoon. Scatter over salsa. Serve with corn chips. PER SERVING about 335 cal, 7 g pro, 28 g fat (4 g sat. fat), 13 g carb (8 g dietary fibre, 2 g sugar), 0 mg chol, 250 mg sodium, 1 mg iron.
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LINGUINE MUSHROOM BOLOGNESE MAKES 4 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 2 HOURS
¼ cup 2 cups 1½ cups 3 1 1 1 cup 1½ cups 1½ cups 1 tsp 375 g ½ cup 1 tsp
olive oil diced carrots chopped onions pkg (227 g each) mixed mushrooms, chopped clove garlic, finely chopped sprig fresh thyme firm tofu, drained, patted dry and diced dry red wine sodium-reduced vegetable broth celery salt linguine plain dairy-free yogurt grated lemon zest
Preheat oven to 375°F. In large ovenproof saucepan, heat oil over mediumhigh heat; cook carrots and onions, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook, stirring, until golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, thyme and tofu. Add wine; cook for 1 minute, scraping up any brown bits from bottom of pan with wooden spoon. Stir in broth and celery salt. Cover and bake until sauce is thickened, 1½ to 2 hours. Remove and discard thyme sprig. (Make-ahead: Can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.) Meanwhile, in large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain well. In small bowl, mix yogurt with lemon zest. Divide pasta among plates; top with sauce and dollop of yogurt mixture. PER SERVING (including salad): about 808 cal, 34 g pro, 32 g fat (5 g sat. fat), 96 g carb (9 g dietary fibre, 16 g sugar), 0 mg chol, 790 mg sodium, 7 mg iron.
GREEN SALAD WITH HEMP SEEDS MAKES 4 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 5 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 5 MINUTES
2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp red wine vinegar ½ tbsp maple syrup ½ tsp Dijon mustard 3 cups mixed greens ½ cup thinly sliced button mushrooms 2 tbsp chopped green onions 2 tbsp hemp seeds salt and pepper In large bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, maple syrup and mustard. Add mixed greens, mushrooms, green onions and hemp seeds; mix gently to coat well. Season with salt and pepper.
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Use a melon baller to scoop out the centre of the pears, starting from the bottom.
MAPLE-POACHED PEARS WITH ALMOND CREAM MAKES 4 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES
½ cup maple syrup, divided ¼ cup packed brown sugar 1 tbsp chopped fresh ginger 2 crushed cardamom pods 1 cinnamon stick 1 whole clove ¼ tsp freshly grated nutmeg zest and juice of ½ lemon, divided 4 Bosc pears, peeled and cored ½ cup toasted sliced almonds (approx) 1 cup plain dairy-free yogurt In saucepan, combine 2½ cups water, 6 tbsp maple syrup, sugar, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and lemon juice; bring to boil. Add pears to saucepan, submerging in liquid. Reduce heat; simmer until pears are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, remove pears from syrup and set aside. Strain syrup, discarding spices, and return to pan. Simmer for about 4 minutes or until thickened. Set aside. In small saucepan, bring remaining maple syrup to boil; mix in lemon zest and almonds. In blender, purée almond mixture; stir in yogurt. Divide yogurt mixture among serving plates; place pear on top. Drizzle with reserved syrup, and garnish with a few extra sliced almonds. PER SERVING about 340 cal, 4 g pro, 8 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 62 g carb (4 g dietary fibre, 42 g sugar), 0 mg chol, 20 sodium, 2 mg iron.
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A is for AVOCADO Here’s proof that this healthy, satisfying fruit can star in any appetizer, meal or dessert. PHOTOGRAPHY ROGER PROULX FOOD STYLING MICHELLE DIAMOND PROP STYLING GENEVIÈVE LAPOINTE
AVOCADO SOUP with Shrimp
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BAKED AVOCADO, Smoked Salmon & Eggs
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AVOCADO SOUP WITH SHRIMP
BAKED AVOCADO, SMOKED SALMON & EGGS
MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 15 MINUTES
MAKES 4 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 10 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 20 MINUTES
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English cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced 6 chives, chopped (approx) 1 cup vegetable broth ½ cup plain yogurt 2 large ripe avocados, diced 2 large leaves fresh basil 2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp sriracha salt and pepper 150 g Nordic shrimp, cooked
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large ripe avocados slices smoked salmon sweet red pepper, seeded and diced eggs
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Reserve 2 tbsp each cucumber and chives; set aside. In food processor, purĂŠe broth, yogurt, avocados, basil, lemon juice, sriracha, and remaining cucumber and chives until smooth. 6HDVRQ ZLWK VDOW DQG SHSSHU *DUQLVK ZLWK VKULPS DQG UHVHUYHG FXFXPEHU and chives. Serve immediately or refrigerate until cold. PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS about 155 cal, 9 g pro, 9 g fat (2 g sat. fat), 14 g carb (5 g dietary ďŹ bre, 3 g sugar), 50 mg chol, 250 mg sodium, 0.5 mg iron.
PER SERVING about 260 cal, 12 g pro, 19 g fat (4 g sat. fat), 10 g carb (7 g dietary ďŹ bre, 1 g sugar), 190 mg chol, 215 mg sodium, 2 mg iron.
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CRISPY PORK with Avocado Crema
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Chocolate AVOCADO CAKE
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CRISPY PORK WITH AVOCADO CREMA
CHOCOLATE AVOCADO CAKE
MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 25 MINUTES
MAKES 8 TO 12 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 50 MINUTES
Avocado Crema 2 large ripe avocados, cubed ½ cup mayonnaise Ÿ cup plain yogurt 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp soy sauce 3 dashes hot pepper sauce
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Crispy Pork 450 g boneless pork loin roast, cubed salt and pepper 1 egg, lightly beaten I cup panko bread crumbs 2 tbsp all-purpose ďŹ&#x201A;our 2 tbsp dried oregano 3 tbsp canola oil Avocado Crema In food processor, purĂŠe avocados, mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, soy sauce and hot pepper sauce. Set aside. Crispy Pork Season pork with salt and pepper. Place egg in shallow dish. &RPELQH EUHDG FUXPEV Ă&#x20AC;RXU DQG oregano in separate shallow dish. Dip pork into egg, then coat in bread crumb mixture. In skillet, heat oil over mediumhigh heat; fry pork until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towellined plate. Serve with Avocado Crema. PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS about 470 cal, 21 g pro, 37 g fat (7 g sat. fat), 14 g carb (5 g dietary ďŹ bre, 2 g sugar), 85 mg chol, 550 mg sodium, 2 mg iron.
Preheat oven to 350°F; grease 9-inch Bundt pan. In heatproof bowl set over saucepan of gently simmering water, melt chocolate chips. Meanwhile, in large bowl, sift together icing sugar, FRUQVWDUFK DOPRQG Ă&#x20AC;RXU EDNLQJ SRZder, cocoa powder and salt. In separate bowl, using electric mixer, beat melted chocolate, eggs and avocado purĂŠe until smooth; gradually beat in icing sugar mixture. Scrape batter into prepared pan. Bake until cake tester inserted in centre comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool in pan on rack; invert cake onto rack. Remove pan. Sprinkle with pistachios and dust with icing sugar. PER EACH OF 12 SERVINGS about 470 cal, 21 g pro, 37 g fat (7 g sat. fat), 14 g carb (5 g dietary ďŹ bre, 2 g sugar), 85 mg chol, 550 mg sodium, 2 mg iron.
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CRAB DUMPLINGS with Tarragon Mayonnaise
TURKEY DUMPLINGS with Bean Sprout Salad
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PIRI-PIRI CHICKEN DUMPLINGS WITH VINAIGRETTE COLESLAW MAKES ABOUT 25 DUMPLINGS HANDS-ON TIME 35 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 4 HOURS
Âź cup olive oil, divided 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 2 tsp piri-piri sauce 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp liquid honey 1 clove garlic, minced juice and zest of 1 lemon 1 cup coarsely chopped chicken breasts or thighs 3 tbsp chopped onion Âź cup chicken broth 2 tbsp chopped green onions 2 tsp ďŹ nely chopped cilantro soy sauce Vinaigrette Coleslaw (see recipe, right) Matcha Dumpling Dough 1 cup all-purpose ďŹ&#x201A;our 1 tsp salt 1 tsp green matcha ,Q ERZO ZKLVN WEVS RLO SDUVOH\ SLUL SLUL VDXFH paprika, coriander, honey, garlic and lemon zest and juice; mix in chicken. Refrigerate for up to 4 hours. ,Q VNLOOHW KHDW WVS RI RLO RYHU PHGLXP KLJK heat; cook chicken mixture and onion, stirring, XQWLO JROGHQ EURZQ DQG FKLFNHQ LV FRRNHG WKURXJK about 6 minutes. Add broth; cook, scraping up DQ\ EURZQ ELWV IURP ERWWRP RI SDQ XVLQJ ZRRGHQ VSRRQ XQWLO EURWK HYDSRUDWHV 6WLU LQ JUHHQ RQLRQV and cilantro. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Matcha Dumpling Dough In food processor, mix WRJHWKHU Ă&#x20AC;RXU VDOW DQG JUHHQ PDWFKD SRZGHU ZLWK PRWRU UXQQLQJ JUDGXDOO\ DGG ɧ FXS ZDWHU XQWLO GRXJK VWDUWV WR FOXPS WRJHWKHU 2Q OLJKWO\ Ă&#x20AC;RXUHG ZRUN VXUIDFH NQHDG GRXJK IRU WR PLQXWHV RU XQWLO VPRRWK 6KDSH LQWR EDOO FRYHU DQG UHIULJHUDWH IRU PLQXWHV 5ROO RXW GRXJK LQWR Ć&#x2014; LQFK WKLFNQHVV 8VLQJ LQFK URXQG FRRNLH FXWWHU FXW RXW URXQGV /D\ URXQGV RQ ZRUN VXUIDFH 3ODFH WEVS ÂżOOLQJ LQ FHQWUH RI HDFK ZUDSSHU %UXVK HGJHV ZLWK D OLWWOH ZDWHU IROG HDFK URXQG LQWR KDOI PRRQ SUHVV LQJ JHQWO\ WR VHDO 3ODFH RQ SDUFKPHQW SDSHU OLQHG EDNLQJ VKHHW 5HSHDW ZLWK UHPDLQLQJ ÂżOOLQJ DQG URXQGV &RYHU ZLWK WHD WRZHO UHIULJHUDWH IRU PLQXWHV (Make-ahead: Can be refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to 3 months.) ,Q ZRN KHDW KDOI RI WKH UHPDLQLQJ RLO RYHU medium heat; cook half of the dumplings for 2 to PLQXWHV RQ HDFK VLGH RU XQWLO JROGHQ 7UDQVIHU WR SDSHU WRZHO OLQHG EDNLQJ VKHHW 5HSHDW ZLWK UHPDLQ LQJ GXPSOLQJV DGGLQJ RLO DV QHHGHG 6HUYH ZLWK VR\
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VEGGIE DUMPLINGS WITH SESAME MAYONNAISE MAKES ABOUT 50 DUMPLINGS HANDS-ON TIME 45 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 3 HOURS
1 tbsp canola oil 2 cups ďŹ nely chopped bok choy 1 leek (white part only), ďŹ nely chopped 2 cloves garlic, ďŹ nely chopped ½ cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed juice and zest of 1 orange ½ tsp hot pepper ďŹ&#x201A;akes salt and pepper 50 frozen round wonton wrappers, thawed toasted sesame seeds chopped fresh chives Sesame Mayonnaise (recipe follows) In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook bok choy, leek and garlic, stirring, until vegetables are tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Add edamame; cook for 1 minute. Remove skillet from heat; stir in orange ]HVW DQG MXLFH DQG KRW SHSSHU Ă&#x20AC;DNHV 6HDVRQ ZLWK salt and pepper. Transfer mixture to colander set RYHU ERZO OHW GUDLQ IRU PLQXWHV 5HIULJHUDWH IRU PLQXWHV /D\ ZUDSSHUV RQ ZRUN VXUIDFH 3ODFH WEVS YHJHWDEOH ÂżOOLQJ LQ FHQWUH RI HDFK ZUDSSHU %UXVK HGJHV ZLWK D OLWWOH ZDWHU IROG HDFK ZUDSSHU LQWR KDOI PRRQ SUHVVLQJ JHQWO\ WR VHDO 3ODFH RQ EDNLQJ VKHHW OLQHG ZLWK SDUFKPHQW SDSHU 5HSHDW ZLWK UHPDLQLQJ ÂżOOLQJ DQG ZUDSSHUV &RYHU ZLWK WHD WRZHO UHIULJHUDWH IRU PLQXWHV (Make-ahead: Can be refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to 3 months.) Grease bottom of steamer or line bamboo steam EDVNHW ZLWK SDUFKPHQW SDSHU SODFH GXPSOLQJV LQ single layer in steamer. In batches, steam dumplings XQWLO ÂżOOLQJ LV FRRNHG WKURXJK DERXW PLQXWHV FXW RQH LQ KDOI WR FKHFN 6SULQNOH ZLWK VHVDPH VHHGV DQG FKLYHV 6HUYH ZLWK 6HVDPH 0D\RQQDLVH PER 6 DUMPLINGS (with mayonnaise): about 390 cal, 6 g pro, 26 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 33 g carb (2 g dietary ďŹ bre, 2 g sugar), 15 mg chol, 490 mg sodium, 2 mg iron.
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TOFU & VERMICELLI DUMPLINGS WITH CARROT SALAD PORK & KIMCHI DUMPLINGS WITH PEANUT SAUCE MAKES ABOUT 40 DUMPLINGS HANDS-ON TIME 40 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 2 HOURS
1 cup ground pork ½ cup prepared kimchi, well drained and chopped 1 tbsp toasted black sesame seeds 1 tbsp ďŹ nely chopped fresh cilantro 2 tsp minced garlic 2 tsp sesame oil 2 tsp tamari juice and zest of 1 lemon salt and pepper 40 frozen round wonton wrappers, thawed 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided Peanut Sauce (recipe follows) In bowl, combine pork, kimchi, sesame seeds, cilantro, garlic, sesame oil, tamari and lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Lay 10 wrappers on work surface. Place 1 tbsp pork ÂżOOLQJ LQ FHQWUH RI HDFK ZUDSSHU %UXVK HGJHV ZLWK a little water; fold each round into half moon, pressing gently to seal. Place on parchment paper-lined EDNLQJ VKHHW 5HSHDW ZLWK UHPDLQLQJ ÂżOOLQJ DQG rounds. Cover with tea towel; refrigerate for 30 minutes. (Make-ahead: Can be refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to 3 months.) In wok, heat half of the vegetable oil over medium heat; cook half of the dumplings for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden. Transfer to paper towellined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dumplings, adding remaining oil as needed. Serve with Peanut Sauce. PER 5 DUMPLINGS (with sauce): about 325 cal, 10 g pro, 17 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 32 g carb (2 g dietary ďŹ bre, 5 g sugar), 20 mg chol, 900 mg sodium, 2 mg iron.
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MAKES ABOUT 50 DUMPLINGS HANDS-ON TIME 45 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 2 HOURS
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canola oil, divided ďŹ rm tofu, drained, patted dry and broken into pieces ½ cup grated carrots 1 tbsp ďŹ nely chopped fresh ginger 1 cup rice vermicelli noodles, cooked and coarsely chopped ½ cup chopped green onions 2 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tsp sriracha 1 tsp cider vinegar juice and zest of 1 lemon salt and pepper 50 frozen square wonton wrappers, thawed Carrot Salad (recipe follows) In large skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat; cook tofu, carrots and ginger, stirring, for 2 minutes. Remove skillet from heat; stir in vermicelli, green onions, hoisin, sriracha, cider vinegar, lemon juice and zest. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer mixture to bowl; refrigerate for at least 10 minutes. Lay 10 wrappers on work surface. Place 1 tbsp WRIX ÂżOOLQJ LQ FHQWUH RI HDFK ZUDSSHU %UXVK HGJHV with a little water; fold each wrapper into triangle, pressing gently to seal. Place on parchment paperOLQHG EDNLQJ VKHHW 5HSHDW ZLWK UHPDLQLQJ ÂżOOLQJ and wrappers. Cover with tea towel; refrigerate for 30 minutes. (Make-ahead: Can be refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to 3 months.) In wok, heat half of the remaining oil over medium heat; cook half of the dumplings for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden. Transfer to paper towellined baking sheet. In batches, cook remaining dumplings, adding remaining oil as needed. Serve with Carrot Salad. PER EACH OF 6 DUMPLINGS (with salad): about 495 cal, 18 g pro, 23 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 54 g carb (6 g dietary ďŹ bre, 12 g sugar), 5 mg chol, 885 mg sodium, 4 mg iron.
CARROT SALAD In bowl, whisk together ½ cup grapeseed oil, Ÿ cup maple syrup, Ÿ cup low-sodium soy sauce, and 2 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Add 4 cups thinly sliced carrots, 1 cup thinly sliced radishes, ½ red onion, thinly sliced, and ½ fenQHO EXOE ¿QHO\ VOLFHG 5HIULJHUDWH XQWLO UHDG\ WR VHUYH
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TURKEY DUMPLINGS WITH BEAN SPROUT SALAD
CRAB DUMPLINGS WITH TARRAGON MAYONNAISE
MAKES ABOUT 25 DUMPLINGS HANDS-ON TIME 35 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 2 HOURS
MAKES ABOUT 36 DUMPLINGS HANDS-ON TIME 40 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 2 HOURS
2 cups ground turkey Âź cup ďŹ nely chopped red onion Âź cup ďŹ nely chopped cilantro Âź cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tbsp ďŹ nely chopped fresh mint 1 tbsp Asian chili paste (such as sambal oelek) 2 tsp sesame oil 2 tsp ďŹ sh sauce 1 Thai birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye pepper, seeded and chopped zest and juice of 3 limes salt and pepper vegetable oil, for frying Bean Sprout Salad (recipe follows)
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Turmeric Dumpling Dough 1 cup all-purpose ďŹ&#x201A;our 1 tsp salt 1 tsp ground turmeric In large bowl, combine turkey, onion, cilantro, VR\ VDXFH PLQW FKLOL SDVWH VHVDPH RLO ÂżVK VDXFH chili pepper, lime zest and juice. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Turmeric Dumpling Dough In food processor, FRPELQH Ă&#x20AC;RXU VDOW DQG WXUPHULF ZLWK PRWRU running, gradually add ½ cup water, mixing until GRXJK VWDUWV WR FOXPS WRJHWKHU 2Q OLJKWO\ Ă&#x20AC;RXUHG work surface, knead dough for 2 to 5 minutes or XQWLO VPRRWK 6KDSH LQWR EDOO FRYHU DQG UHIULJHUDWH for 30 minutes. Using rolling pin, roll out dough LQWR Ć&#x2014; LQFK WKLFNQHVV 8VLQJ LQFK URXQG FRRNLH cutter, cut out 25 rounds, rerolling scraps once. Lay half of the rounds on work surface. Place WEVS WXUNH\ ÂżOOLQJ LQ FHQWUH RI HDFK URXQG %UXVK HGJHV ZLWK D OLWWOH ZDWHU IROG HDFK URXQG LQWR KDOI moon, pressing gently to seal. Place on parchment SDSHU OLQHG EDNLQJ VKHHW 5HSHDW ZLWK UHPDLQLQJ ÂżOOLQJ DQG URXQGV &RYHU ZLWK WHD WRZHO UHIULJHUDWH for 30 minutes. (Make-ahead: Can be refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to 3 months.) ,Q GHHS IU\HU RU ODUJH VDXFHSDQ KHDW YHJHWDEOH oil to 350°F. In batches, cook dumplings for 3 to PLQXWHV RU XQWLO JROGHQ 7UDQVIHU WR SDSHU WRZHO OLQHG EDNLQJ VKHHW 6HUYH ZLWK %HDQ 6SURXW 6DODG PER 4 DUMPLINGS (with salad): about 535 cal, 21 g pro, 23 g fat (3 g sat. fat), 54 g carb (6 g dietary ďŹ bre, 12 g sugar), 5 mg chol, 885 mg sodium, 4 mg iron.
BEAN SPROUT SALAD In large bowl, combine 4 cups bean sprouts, ½ cup shredded red cabbage, ½ cup diced cucumber, ½ cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts and Ɍ FXS FKRSSHG JUHHQ RQLRQV :KLVN WRJHWKHU ò FXS ROLYH RLO WEVS VHVDPH RLO DQG WVS HDFK FKLOL SRZGHU DQG FKLOL SDVWH VHDVRQ ZLWK VDOW DQG SHSSHU 3RXU RYHU YHJHWDEOHV PL[LQJ ZHOO WR FRDW 104 | CANADIAN LIVING MARCH 2020
olive oil ďŹ nely chopped Spanish onion chopped green onions minced garlic frozen or canned crab meat, well drained and coarsely chopped 2 tbsp chopped fresh tarragon 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill 2 tbsp dried bread crumbs 1 tbsp oyster sauce 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 egg zest and juice of 1 lemon salt and pepper 36 frozen square wonton wrappers, thawed Tarragon Mayonnaise (recipe follows) ,Q VNLOOHW KHDW RLO RYHU PHGLXP ORZ KHDW FRRN RQLRQV and garlic, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 10 minutes. In food processor, pulse together crab meat, onion mixture, tarragon, dill, bread crumbs, oyster sauce, smoked paprika, egg and lemon zest and juice until mixture comes together. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Lay 10 wrappers on work surface. Place 1 tbsp crab ÂżOOLQJ LQ FHQWUH RI HDFK ZUDSSHU %UXVK HGJHV ZLWK D OLWWOH ZDWHU IROG FRUQHUV RI HDFK ZUDSSHU LQWR centre to make bundles, pressing gently to seal. Place RQ SDUFKPHQW SDSHU OLQHG EDNLQJ VKHHW 5HSHDW ZLWK UHPDLQLQJ ÂżOOLQJ DQG ZUDSSHUV &RYHU ZLWK WHD WRZHO refrigerate for 30 minutes. (Make-ahead: Can be refrigerated overnight or frozen for up to 3 months.) Grease bottom of steamer or line bamboo steam EDVNHW ZLWK SDUFKPHQW SDSHU DUUDQJH GXPSOLQJV LQ VLQJOH OD\HU 6WHDP LQ EDWFKHV XQWLO ÂżOOLQJ LV FRRNHG through, about 10 minutes (cut 1 dumpling in half WR FKHFN 6HUYH ZLWK 7DUUDJRQ 0D\RQQDLVH PER 6 DUMPLINGS (with mayonnaise): about 295 cal, 11 g pro, 12 g fat (2 g sat. fat), 35 g carb (2 g dietary ďŹ bre, 1 g sugar), 60 mg chol, 750 mg sodium, 2 mg iron.
TARRAGON MAYONNAISE In small bowl, whisk together Âź cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp miso paste, 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tsp chili paste, 1 tsp chopped fresh tarragon and zest of 1 lime.
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RECIPE INDEX
March 2020 BEEF, PORK & VEAL Asian Meatballs on Lettuce Leaves Crispy Pork with Avocado Crema Pork & Kimchi Dumplings with Peanut Sauce
81 96 102
CONDIMENTS, DIPS & SAUCES Guacamole, Salsa & Tempeh Layered Dip Peanut Sauce Sesame Mayonnaise Tarragon Mayonnaise
85 102 100 104
DESSERTS Chewy Dulce de Leche Squares Chocolate Avocado Cake Maple-Poached Pears with Almond Cream
106 96 88
DUMPLINGS Crab Dumplings with Tarragon Mayonnaise Piri-Piri Chicken Dumplings with Coleslaw Vinaigrette Pork & Kimchi Dumplings with Peanut Sauce Tofu & Vermicelli Dumplings with Carrot Salad Turkey Dumplings with Bean Sprout Salad Veggie Dumplings with Sesame Mayonnaise
104 100 102 102 104 100
EGGS Baked Avocado, Smoked Salmon & Eggs Warm Noodle Salad with Soft-Boiled Eggs
93 80
FISH & SEAFOOD Avocado Soup with Shrimp Baked Avocado, Smoked Salmon & Eggs Crab Dumplings with Tarragon Mayonnaise
93 93 104
PASTA Linguine Mushroom Bolognese
87
POULTRY Broccoli & Chicken with Wine Sauce Chicken Pot Pie with Mushrooms, Bacon& Leeks Piri-Piri Chicken Dumplings with Coleslaw Vinaigrette Thai Peanut, Grapefruit & Chicken Salad Turkey Cutlets with Brussels Sprouts Turkey Dumplings with Bean Sprout Salad
100 57 82 104
SALADS Bean Sprout Salad Carrot Salad Coleslaw with Vinaigrette Green Salad with Hemp Seeds Thai Peanut, Grapefruit & Chicken Salad Warm Noodle Salad with Soft-Boiled Eggs
104 102 100 87 57 80
SOUPS Avocado Soup with Shrimp Celeriac Soup VEGETABLES Celeriac au Gratin Tofu & Kale Fried Rice Tofu & Vermicelli Dumplings with Carrot Salad Veggie Dumplings with Sesame Mayonnaise
79 19
93 76
77 83 102 100
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Squares with Latin flair Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re firm believers that everything tastes better when made with the caramel-y goodness of dulce de leche.
MAKES 16 SERVINGS HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES
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salted butter, softened packed brown sugar granulated sugar eggs vanilla all-purpose ďŹ&#x201A;our baking powder salt baking soda semisweet chocolate chips dulce de leche
In large bowl, using electric mixer, beat together butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy; beat in eggs and vanilla. ,Q VHSDUDWH ERZO FRPELQH Ă&#x20AC;RXU baking powder, salt and baking soda; using wooden spoon, stir into butter mixture until combined. Stir in chocolate chips. (Make-ahead: Dough can be wrapped in plastic wrap, refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.) Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease sides of 8-inch square baking pan. Press half of the dough lightly into pan; spread dulce de leche over top, then press remaining dough lightly over top. Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden at edges. Let cool completely; cut into 16 squares. PER SERVING about 290 cal, 4 g pro, 12 g fat (8 g sat. fat), 42 g carb (1 g dietary ďŹ bre, 31 g sugar), 20 mg chol, 215 mg sodium, 1 mg iron.
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