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SWEET TART

My husband recently made your Summer Orchard Tart (“Chill and Grill,” July 2014) and it was not only delicious, it looked exactly like the photo! I really wanted to share his version with you so you can tell Canadian Living readers that the recipes you put out there are possible for anyone. — Claudia Romero

APPRECIATION FROM

AMSTERDAM

I enjoyed reading the article on proudest Canadian moments (“True Patriot Love,” July 2014). Mine came in Amsterdam last year shortly after I arrived, during a conversation with my tour agent about what to see. The instant she found out I was Canadian, she stopped and said, “On behalf of my mother, I have to say thank you. My mother was a young girl during the war, and she was so hungry that she and others were eating tulip bulbs. The Canadian soldiers came and handed out chocolate to all the children.” I was very proud to respond, “My father was one of the soldiers who handed out chocolate.” It still brings tears to my eyes when I think about that moment. — Gayle Fenner

NATURE OF THE EAST

I loved “The Clash of the Coasts” article in your July issue. I can happily say that, hands down, the East Coast is where it’s at! There’s so much to do (fishing, hiking, camping, and iceberg and whale watching) and the people are truly amazing. Plus, there are so many summer events: the Salmon Festival and the George Street Festival in Newfoundland and the Mussel Run, to name a few. I’ve lived here for almost 12 years now and I won’t call any other place home. — Kat Drover

LENTIL LOVE

I’m a big fan of your recipes. Thank you for the Smoky Lentil Patties (“Quick & Easy”) in the June 2014 issue. They are absolutely divine! I try to eat a few veg meals every week, so they are perfect for me. I grabbed fresh mint from my garden and used Greek yogurt in the sauce—I couldn’t stop eating them! — Diane Bortolotto

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