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66 HOT CROPS Start planting your endof-summer veggies now

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THERE’S NO BETTER PLACE IN THE WORLD to spend the summer outdoors than in Canada—from coast to coast, a spectacular getaway awaits for everyone. Whether you’re sampling fresh lobster while overlooking the red sandy shores of P.E.I. or ocean kayaking near Tofino, B.C., our country always has something special going on. Each region will undoubtedly claim that its offerings are the best, and they’re probably all right. Here’s my bucket list for summer travel from sea to sea.

YUKON Camping in the mountains of the Kluane Range

NORTHWEST TERRITORIES Watching for belugas while taking a boat tour along the Mackenzie River

NUNAVUT Picnicking on the beach in Apex overlooking Frobisher Bay

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR Picking cloudberries while hiking the East Coast Trail

ALBERTA Experiencing Waterton Lakes National Park on horseback

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SASKATCHEWAN

Escaping to a ﬁshing lodge on Lake of the Woods and having a ﬁsh fry every night

Travelling the Qu’Appelle River by canoe

Taking a moose safari in the Gaspésie

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND Swimming at Cabot Beach, then driving to Malpeque Bay for fresh oysters

BRITISH COLUMBIA Surfing off Tofino and enjoying views of the Pacific Ocean from natural hot springs

MANITOBA

NEW BRUNSWICK

Polar bear–spotting on the coast of Hudson Bay when the ﬁreweed is blooming

Catching the ferry to Grand Manan Island, then biking along the western end of the island

Now which trip to plan first? If you’ve got a suggestion for a special Canadian outdoor adventure, I’d love to hear about it! Email me at editor@canadianliving.com.

Erin McLaughlin cl.readers@tva.ca

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Fun fact: After Quebec, Nova Scotia exports the most freshly cut Christmas trees: 365,095 (worth $8.6 million!) in 2015.

With 7,600 kilometres of seacoast, it’s no wonder that Nova Scotia licence plates say Canada’s Ocean Playground. People flock to the second-smallest province, whose name is Latin for “New Scotland,” for various reasons, but among the most popular are the sea, the seafood and the friendly people. Want salt water? You’ll get it in spades! The Bay of Fundy is the largest tidal range on Earth and home to more than 12 species of whales in summer and fall, thousands of seabirds and unique geological formations. 13

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We Heart Halifax!

Nautical adventures, historic treasures and all the attractions of city living— Halifax has it all, even that quintessential salty sea breeze! BY JANE DOUCET

Local Landmark Lord Nelson Hotel Built in 1927, this S TAY downtown hotel is across from the nearly 6.5-hectare Victorian-themed Halifax Public Gardens. Have your cat or canine with you? This place has a pet-friendly ﬂoor. Before you check out, stop in for a meal or a cocktail at The Arms Public House, with its cozy booths and pressed-tin ceiling. Historied Hotel The Halliburton Located a short walk from the picturesque harbourfront boardwalk, this charming historic hotel inhabits a row of converted early 19th-century townhouses, one of which was the home of Brenton Halliburton, the eighth chief justice of the Nova Scotia Supreme Court. From 1885 to 1887, the main building also served as Dalhousie University’s law school.

Ethical Eats The Wooden Monkey E AT With the belief that sustainable agriculture protects our environment, health, communities and animal welfare, this restaurant commits to using land-based closedcontainment salmon, linecaught haddock and grass-fed beef and lamb sourced in Nova Scotia (there are also vegetarian and vegan options). Leave room for the Nova Scotia apple pie topped with locally made Dee Dee’s vanilla ice cream.

Superb Seafood Salty’s Offering everything from North Atlantic snow crab, Nova Scotia lobster, halibut, haddock and salmon to seafood stew, chowder and even lobster goat cheese mashed potatoes, Salty’s will have you up to your gills in ocean offerings. Landlubbing foodies can choose steak, chicken, lamb, burgers, wraps or pastas, and everyone can enjoy the spectacular harbour view. Science Scene Discovery Centre Earlier this year, DO the Discovery Centre moved to its new multimillion-dollar waterfront space and doubled in size to 40,000 square feet. With an innovation lab, four themed galleries, a rotating featured exhibit and Atlantic Canada’s only immersive Dome Theatre, the centre makes science fun and fascinating for all ages.

Farm-to-Table Feast Chives Canadian Bistro Chef-proprietor Craig Flinn is the author of four cookbooks that highlight fresh local fare, and, as you’d expect, the menu at his downtown restaurant (and its neighbouring sister spots) features daily farmers’ market selections. Keep a lookout for celebrities who are in town ﬁlming!

Soldier Sightings Citadel Hill National Historic Site At this “living history” museum, you’ll see re-enactment interpreters appear as the 78th Highlanders and the Royal Artillery, dressed in the same uniforms that their regiments wore in the 1800s. The Highlanders guard the entrance and conduct drills, while the Royal Artillery ﬁres the Noon Gun daily. Don’t skip the stunning view of the Halifax Harbour from the hill. Garden Getaway Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum Dedicated to preserving Cole Harbour’s agricultural past and fostering an understanding of plants, animals and farming today, this museum showcases heritage plants rescued from old farms growing alongside newer varieties, as well as sheep, poultry, pigs, calves and goats. Finish with a sweet at the Rose & Kettle Tea Room.

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If you have time to range farther afield, here are three other cool spots to see in the province.

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Wolfville

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Joggins

Stroll around the 2.5-hectare Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens at Acadia University, then indulge in the signature burger at the nearby Library Pub & Wine Tavern.

Sample local beer at the Tatamagouche Brewing Co. and sleep in a converted boxcar at the Tatamagouche Train Station Inn & Railway Dining Car.

At the Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll learn how high tides reveal fossil records of the Coal Age, dating back 300 million years.

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Maggie MacDonnell accepts her award in Dubai.

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EDUCATOR MAGGIE MACDONNELL GREW UP IN AFTON, N.S., a town with “more cows than people,” she says. So, in 2010, when she was offered a teaching position in Salluit, Nunavik, a remote fly-in village with 1,300 residents—four times the size of her hometown—she gleefully accepted. She packed up her belongings in Africa, where she had spent the past five years working and volunteering with refugees and in an HIV-AIDS orphanage, to move up to Quebec’s second-northernmost Inuit community. In Salluit, nestled in the Canadian Arctic, accessible only by air and with high rates of teacher turnover where many don’t break the sixmonth mark, MacDonnell quietly hustled away at her job for nearly seven years. Then, earlier this year, she received a life-changing call: She won the $1 million Varkey Foundation Global Teacher Prize. This momentous endorsement was no small feat, considering that she beat out an overwhelming 20,000 nominees from 179 countries. “Maggie so impressed and inspired the judging academy with her commitment to working with the underserved communities from her

own country and combatting unique challenges with concrete solutions,” says Vikas Pota, chief executive of the Dubai-based Varkey Foundation, the benefactor of the largest prize of its kind. During her tenure, MacDonnell has had to deal with a number of student issues, including high youth suicide rates, drug and alcohol abuse and teenage pregnancy. And her holistic approach to education reaches far beyond academics: She helped build a community kitchen and a fitness centre, set up a running club for the village, as well as a life-skills program for girls, and temporarily fostered a few kids. “She’s more than just a great Canadian; she’s a citizen of the earth,” says Pota. With the proceeds from her award, MacDonnell plans to start an NGO with environmental youth-focused programs. “One of my hopes is to create a kayak program, which will give youth access to the land, physical activity and environmental stewardship,” she says. It was her own early years on the mainland— running wild with her siblings through their woodlot or riding bikes to the nearby beach, and going to school with Indigenous children from the reserve next to her house—that eventually combined to make up her lifework: using physical activity as a conduit to youth development. “From early on, I was aware of the opportunities available to me because I was Scottish-Acadian, and the drastic disparity between my life and theirs,” says MacDonnell. As summer turns to fall, the star teacher hopes to make it back to the East Coast in time to see the rolling forests change colour. “They appear to catch on fire—it’s magical.” And though she’s lived in various corners of the world, she says, “I still identify as a Nova Scotian—it’s a place that will always be home to me.” 15

MacDonnell’s musts This Nova Scotia– born teacher shares some of her favourite things to do in the province.

1 Drive along the Cabot Trail, a scenic roadway that loops through Cape Breton Island, then walk or hike the Skyline Trail.

2 Paddleboard, kayak and fish on beautiful Margaree River, which is famous for salmon in Canada.

3 A seafood meal—or two—is essential. Be sure to have lobster, crab cakes and a bowl of seafood chowder.

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EDITOR’S PICK Vichy Minéral 89 Fortifying and Hydrating Daily Skin Booster, $40, vichy.ca.

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To help you interpret attire requirements for various kinds of weddings, our #WeTheCurvy columnist, Meredith Shaw, gives her take on what’s sartorially expected of guests. PICTURE THIS: You have 30 minutes until you need to leave home for a wedding and you’ve tried on (and rejected) everything in your closet. Now, you’re standing in your underwear, slightly sweaty and exceptionally flustered, and you utter to no one in particular, “I have nothing to wear!” Listen, I’ve been there—we all have. Wardrobe woes are stressful, especially when weddings are opportunities to reconnect with loved ones, so of course you want to look your best. Above all, you should feel great and sashay your way into matrimonial season with confidence. My sage advice comes in threes. First, follow the dress code on the invite, taking the location and time of day into account. Then, weeks before the big day, decide on your dress, shoes and accessories. Finally, bring on the confidence and “curvitude”— how else do you think a sashay happens?! FIND MORE OF MEREDITH SHAW’S BEST FIGURE-FLATTERING ADVICE AT

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1. BEACH FORMAL

Let your inner bohemian run free! The invite might say formal, but the fact that it’s happening on a beach inherently makes the surroundings more easy-breezy. Not into the boho esthetic? Choose a chic sundress (long or short)—something you’d wear to a lovely dinner in summer. Just be sure to skip the stilettos and opt for fancy ﬂats or low wedges instead. Michel Studio dress (sizes 12 to 26), $150, additionelle.com. 2. WHITE TIE

You must have fancy friends, because this dress code isn’t capital-F formal—it’s all-caps formal.

If you don’t want to invest in a ritzy (a.k.a. expensive) gown you’ll likely wear only once, you can rent one. The Canadian company Rent Frock Repeat has a huge inventory (more than 1,600 dresses) of stunning silhouettes in sizes 0 to 24. Badgley Mischka sequined gown (sizes 12 to 16), $170 (for a four-day rental), rentfrockrepeat.com. 3. DRESSY CASUAL

Do you veer toward dressy or casual? For this confusing invitation, take the venue into account: Is it in the city or the country? Will you be outside or in? What’s the decor theme? This gives you the opportunity to

really let your personal style shine. If you crave bold colour, go for it. If you love sequins, do it. If you adore lace, wear it—just make sure it’s not white! Nautical-style dress (sizes 2 to 18), $245, josephribkoff.com. 4. ALL IN THE DETAILS

An outﬁt without accessories is like a cupcake without icing—just wrong! Never underestimate the power of baubles to really pull an outﬁt together. Choose one showstopper (earrings, necklace, cuff) and go more subtle with the rest. Daromara clutch, $65, aldoshoes.com. Metal stretch bracelet, $15, lechateau.com. Gisele earrings, $119, swarovski.com.

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Not into embellishment or beading? No problem—try a subtle style detail like a lace-up front or a corset back.

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polka- dots… N A I L A R T D I F F I C U LT Y LEVEL: BEGINNER Inspired by star prints in fashion, this mani is vivid but not over the top. “It’s playful and youthful,” says Remark. “The colours and the placement of the stars make it more wearable.” She adds that this look would be too much if the stars were on top of the polish.

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1. Essie Nail Polish in Fifth Avenue, $10, essie.ca. 2. L’Oréal Paris Le Vernis à L’Huile by Colour Riche Nail Colour in Coral Trianon, $10, lorealparis.ca.

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IF YO U A DO RE FRE N CH REMARK USED REINFORCEMENT STICKERS (AS IN OFFICE SUPPLIES) AS A STENCIL TO CREATE THE CURVED LINES OF THIS FRENCH MANI.

Manicures… N A I L A R T D I F F I C U LT Y LEVEL: BEGINNER It doesn’t get any more feminine than this milky roster of pastel polishes perched at the tips of a manicure—except, of course, when they’re “melted” together to create an ombré effect. At ﬁrst glance, it may look like a French manicure, but unlike the traditional mani, a negative-space design doesn’t require a base colour, giving the illusion of lacquer ﬂoating against a naked nail plate. 1. Joe Fresh Gel Look Nail Polish in Key Lime Pie, $5, loblaws.ca. 2. Essie Nail Polish in Chillato, $10, essie.ca. 3. Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Pinky Rings, $12, sallyhansen.ca. 4. Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Coquillage, $32, chanel.ca.

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Dip your digits into these edgy verdant hues with a negativespace manicure that has more bare nail showing than enamel. The two-tone green border acts like a frame, showcasing your nail and grabbing even more attention. “I feel like it’s a play on positive space that’s changed. Now, it’s all about what can you add to the nail that’s as minuscule as possible,” says Remark. A precise line around the cuticle is one of the biggest trends in nail art right now, though it’s difficult to master. “It highlights the cuticle, which I really like because it puts focus on cuticle care,” she says. 1. Revlon ColorStay Gel Envy Longwear Nail Enamel in In the Money, $9, revlon.ca. 2. Essie Nail Polish in On the Roadie, $10, essie.ca.

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STATEMENT EARRINGS Keep a denim frock from looking too casual by adding feminine statement jewellery. This season’s musthave? A bold shoulderskimming earring.

DENIM DRESS Shake up your summer sundress with one of the most popular materials in modern history—denim.

DEFINED WAIST A cinched waist is the easiest way to cut a girlie shape in your jean dress. Add deﬁnition to the look with a skinny belt, A-line tailoring or a chambray sash.

THE 1980s USHERED IN THE DESIGNERDENIM ERA (hello, Calvin Klein!) and, with it, the understanding that denim no longer referred to just a pair of jeans but instead an adaptable fabric used for every silhouette—including dresses. From the acid-wash minis of the ’80s to the pinafore and overall styles of the ’90s to the faded fitted patchwork dresses of the early 2000s (Britney!), denim dresses have adapted to every decade and trend with ease—a testament to the material’s versatility. Today’s denim frocks veer toward simplicity. Try a shirtdress in a darker wash or a flowing silhouette that skims the body. The best parts? The spandex added to our denim helps us get that perfect fit, and companies have begun to look to more environmentally conscious methods of production, all the while maintaining denim’s practical character.

SUMMER BOOTIE Lean in to denim’s cowboy credentials with a suede boot. Shop for options in browns and stick to a low block heel to keep the ensemble modern. BY ALEXANDRA DONALDSON MODEL PHOTOGRAPHY BY GENEVIÈVE CARON HAIR AND MAKEUP BY JUKKA/DAVINES/ MAKE UP FOR EVER/PLUTINO GROUP

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Tiered dress, $50, oldnavy.ca.

A SHIFT IS GREAT FOR YEAR-ROUND DRESSING. LAYER IT OVER TURTLENECKS AND UNDER JACKETS WHEN IT’S COOL OUT.

Ashley dress, $395, miriam-baker.com.

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Best for quick touch-ups If you need a speedy ﬁx between tennis matches or golf holes, try Hawaiian Tropic Island Sport High Performance Sunscreen Spray SPF 30. The continuous spray is nongreasy and leaves skin with a breathable matte ﬁnish.

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Best for your face Considering taking a selﬁe on your next run? Shiseido Sports BB Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ is a longlasting and transferresistant tinted BB sunscreen. The superlightweight lotion is perfect for an active woman who’s looking for a bit of coverage. With its WetForce technology, the formula actually becomes more effective when exposed to perspiration. $38, shiseido.com.

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Best makeup with SPF Vichy Idéalia BB Cream is a triple threat: It combines skin care with a light foundation and SPF 25. The texture feels light and comfortable, and if you like your makeup more natural, you can use this throughout the day to re-up your SPF coverage. $37, vichy.ca.

Best multitasker Think your moisturizer with SPF will protect you all day? Think again. Use a separate facial sunscreen on top of your skin-care routine, but if you’re keen on streamlining, look for creams with a minimum of SPF 30, like Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream With SPF 30. It protects you from both UVA and UVB rays (for two hours) and also helps reduce lines while boosting hydration and brightness. $39, olay.ca.

Best for over your makeup Reapplying SPF when you’re at the beach or in your backyard is no problem, but it’s not practical for the average busy makeup-wearing woman. So try a spray. Coppertone ClearlySheer Spray for Body SPF 50 is a lightweight sunscreen; simply mist it on and wait a few moments for it to dry. $10, coppertone.ca.

Best SPF hand cream Hands are always exposed, which means it’s crucial to cover them with sunscreen daily. Look for a hand cream that has an SPF of at least 15. Clinique Even Better Dark Spot Correcting Hand Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 15 not only keeps hands moisturized and protected but reverses signs of UV damage. $35, clinique.ca.

Day at the Beach Best for babies Baby Bum SPF 30 Lotion is the cleanest (no phthalates, gluten and parabens) all-natural sun protection the surf-obsessed Florida brand makes. The formula is 100-percent mineralbased, making it perfect for babies and children, as well as adults with sensitive skin. $22, trustthebum.com.

Best physical sunscreen If natural sunscreens have burned you in the past because of their white residue (we’re looking at you, titanium dioxide), then give Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 a try. This physical sunscreen uses 100-percent zinc oxide to shield from UVA and UVB rays with no white steaks. $20, neutrogena.ca.

Best for your face If you’re looking for a product you can reapply to your visage quickly without getting any pesky sand mixed in, try La RochePosay Anthelios XL Stick SPF 60. This chemical-ﬁlter sunscreen protects from sunburns, cell damage and skin reaction. $21, shoppersdrugmart.ca.

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there’s no time like the present Pull out your bucket list and grab a pen: It’s time to start crossing things off! Whether it’s the Hawaiian holiday you’ve dreamed about since you were 17 or the road trip across Canada you and your hubby were delaying until the kids got older, prioritize your wish list, plan your next great adventure and maybe even return a new you! 31

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EDITOR’S

Try a Trend: Multigenerational Travel LISA VAN DE GEYN Contributing editor

I DON’T KNOW ABOUT YOU, but I could sure use a holiday. And according to a recent study by Expedia.ca, so can many Canadians. In fact, more than half of the Canucks surveyed identiﬁed themselves as “vacationdeprived.” The study says that although we get an average of 17 days off work each year, we use only 14. What gives? While some can’t afford to do anything with the time they’ve earned, others blame their schedules. (It’s likely that vacationing simply isn’t worth the stress for some folks.) The thing is, taking a break does wonders for your attitude and motivation. The key to making it as easy as possible, says Jamie Gruman, an associate professor of organizational behaviour at Ontario’s University of Guelph, is to “plan so you minimize stress while away: Schedule a ﬂight outside of rush hour; book excursions before you leave home; and return a day early so you can catch up on laundry and grocery shopping.”

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Multigenerational vacationing is one of the top trends in travel, thanks in part to adults who are choosing to hit the road with their parents. G Adventures, a Toronto-based global adventuretravel company, for example, saw a 12 percent bump in families travelling with adult kids between 2015 and 2016. Claire Newell, the Vancouver-based author of Travel Best Bets: An Insider’s Guide to Taking the Best Trips Ever, says this spike—as well as the increase in kids, parents and grandparents taking trips together—can be attributed to baby boomers who have “time and money to travel with their children and grandchildren.” If a group getaway appeals to your crew, here’s how to ensure that your holiday is a hit. First, says Newell, talk about costs before booking to avoid awkward conversations when you’re away. Next, designate one family member as the “tour director” who plans and keeps everyone on schedule. Parents: Don’t assume Grandma and Grandpa are tagging along to babysit. And ﬁnally, feel free to take time apart. “It’s healthy to get away from the 24/7 family environment,” adds Newell.

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SUMMER CINEMA Feeling nostalgic? We picked three of our favourite summer ﬂicks that capture a slice of the season in the good old days.

Gidget (1959) Tomboy teen Francie hits the beach on summer vacation and ends up falling for a couple of surfers who nickname her Gidget and teach her to hang 10. Spoiler: By the end of the season, love-struck Moondoggie gives the perky blond his fraternity pin.

Dirty Dancing (1987)

THE TRUTH ABOUT HOME WORK It seems employers are continuing to embrace telecommuting. A 2015 report by WorldatWork (a nonproﬁt human resources association), which surveyed Canadian and American employers, found that 53 percent offered their teams the opportunity to work from home once a week, and 34 percent let full-time employees do it exclusively. Yes, working at home has its perks (read: saving on lunches out and living in pajama bottoms), but a study released last year by the University of Iowa and the University of Texas at Austin conﬁrms what those of us who do it have long suspected: Telecommuting adds hours to the workday (with little to no extra pay) and cuts into personal time because it’s hard to put away that laptop. If this is your situation, don’t fret; you can disconnect when you live where you work. Heather Petherick, a career coach in Calgary, suggests “creating a transition ritual and being accountable to clock out.” Don’t forget to unplug by keeping devices turned off and out of reach after work hours so you’re less likely to check emails or send text messages, she says.

It’s 1963 and Baby and her family are at Kellerman’s, a resort in the Catskills. She soon meets dreamy dance instructor Johnny Castle, who quite literally sweeps her off her feet, teaching her to dance and come into her own before summer’s end.

Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002) Sidda and her mother, Vivi, have a huge fallingout. That’s when the Ya-Yas—Vivi’s group of lifelong friends—intervene to bring mother and daughter back together.

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One woman and a world of adventure: Here’s why (and how!) more and more females are setting out on their own and finding solace—and themselves—far and away.

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Where to go & what to do IN HER EARLY 40s, MARIELLEN WARD TOOK A GIANT LEAP: SHE TOOK HER FIRST SOLO TRIP OUTSIDE CANADA AND BOARDED A PLANE TO DELHI, INDIA, FOR SIX MONTHS WITH ONLY A VAGUE IDEA OF WHAT LAY AHEAD. Having broken up with her fiancé, and navigating the loss of both parents, Mariellen needed an escape from everything she knew, and India—with its rich culture, vibrant colours and enticing cuisine—provided exactly what she needed. “I felt I was jumping off the proverbial cliff when I left,” she says. What Mariellen found overseas was a remarkable adventure. “Almost the entire trip felt like a magic carpet ride,” she says of her time spent crisscrossing the country. After a month practising yoga in Chennai, she volunteered for another working with Tibetan child refugees in Dharamsala. The rest of the trip she played by ear. When it got chillier in Delhi, for example, she took a flight down to tropical Kerala and spent two weeks at an ayurvedic resort on the beach. She then ventured north again, visiting the centuries-old Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur, the Taj Mahal in Agra and an ashram in the Himalayan foothills of Rishikesh. “I felt spiritually at home there,” says Mariellen. “I needed to do something big to shake up my life. To be away—and alone—was like an antidote to my depression at the time. It was lifechanging. I got to know myself better, got to know the world better and I gained immeasurable confidence.” In fact, the trip inspired her to switch careers from marketing to pursuing her newly discovered dream job as a travel writer. Since that first eye-opening journey, Mariellen, now 57, has returned to India eight times. She blogs about her adventures on breathedreamgo.com and, in 2010, she penned a book, Song of India: Tales of Travel and Transformation. Mariellen is one of a growing number of women who heed the call to put on their walking shoes, grab their passports and embark on the adventure of a lifetime. A 2014 study by Booking.com found that 76 percent of Canadian women said they’d travelled solo in the past, and half of those polled were planning their next trip—unaccompanied by partners, family or friends— within the year. Inspired by such blockbusters as Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat Pray Love and Cheryl Strayed’s

Wild, plus the myriad of blogs, articles and memoirs, women of all ages are packing their suitcases and seeking catharsis in the wake of bad breakups, lousy jobs and just about every other possible life dissatisfaction. Solo travel is becoming the gateway to a new form of therapy and reinvention. Take Michele Sponagle, who booked a ticket to Bali, two weeks after the death of her mother a decade ago. The journalist based in Paris, Ont., craved a healing experience in an unfamiliar place far from home where she could be alone with her grief and thoughts. In Bali, Michele hiked through rice fields, visited ancient stone temples and learned to make satay at a Balinese cooking class, but one of the greatest aspects of her journey was that she could mourn on her own, her salty tears mingling with the island’s humid air. “I remember being in a beautiful plunge pool surrounded by a verdant bamboo forest, and it finally felt safe to let go,” says Michele, now 55. “When my mom was going through ovarian cancer, I comforted others and handed over tissues to wipe their tears. I pushed my needs to the background. In Bali, I felt I could cry as I needed to without restraint.” The solo-travel trend can also be attributed, in part, to more Canadian women living alone—the 2011 census revealed that more than 27 percent of Canadian households have just one occupant, the highest figure ever recorded—but there are other factors at play. Many women, especially at midlife, are focused on the needs of others, which can lead to serious burnout. “We have people depending on us, sometimes 24/7,” says Mariellen. Travelling solo lets women shut out external voices and focus on their own desires and instincts, whether that’s lingering over another cappuccino, spontaneously signing up for salsa lessons or perhaps freeing up enough space in their minds to finally tackle a weighty decision. Writing in The Guardian, Jill Filipovic notes that solo travel is a great way “to escape from the details of daily life that can distract us from our own big picture and to come back with a new sense of self-sufficiency and purpose.” 35

Here are our top trip ideas— from wellness retreats to epic adventures—for women travelling alone.

Home & Away Try a holistic retreat like the ones Grail Springs Retreat Centre for Wellbeing in Bancroft, Ont. (grailsprings.com), offers. There, you can participate in daily yoga and group meditation, relax in the mineral hot tub and go hiking and canoeing.

Surf ’s Up Hang 10 in Hawaii and try a womenonly surf camp with the Maui Surfer Girls (mauisurfergirls.com)— beginners welcome! You’ll be in for a week of activity, including mornings on the water, choose-your-ownadventure afternoons and evenings ﬁlled with dance parties and bonﬁres.

Distant Lands Geysers, waterfalls and a famous blue lagoon, anyone? Reykjavík, Iceland (visiticeland.com), not only offers all of the above but is also one of the safest places in the world. There’s little crime, the people are friendly and it’s an easy city (and country) to navigate.

Water Works Be a jungle queen and take a female-only river cruise along the Amazon with Aqua Expeditions (aquaexpeditions.com).

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23-year marriage, she issued herself a 35-day travel challenge, figuring what didn’t kill her just might make her stronger. “I was bereft and frightened,” says Toronto-based Evelyn, now 77. “I thought that if I just stayed home and baked chocolate cakes, I would die.” So she set off for Belgium—which had the cheapest European airfare she could find— and though she spent most of her month away crying and feeling lonely, she also discovered in herself a self-sufficiency she didn’t know she had. “It wasn’t until I had to do everything on my own that I found out I actually could.” Navigating a complicated itinerary, buying train tickets in a foreign language, eating out on your own and, OK, even battling the occasional bout of loneliness provides gratification with little parallel in day-to-day life—especially when it transpires against the backdrop of beautiful jungle flora or the well-worn alleys of an ancient city. Of course, a total life transformation isn’t in the cards for every woman who takes off on her own adventure. But for many— including Mariellen, Michele, Johanna and Evelyn—that first trip can reorient everything in one’s orbit and heal in unexpected ways. “My trip to India didn’t just change my life,” says Mariellen. “It saved my life.”

The freedom to do exactly what you want, no compromises necessary, is also a huge draw for many women. Four years ago, Johanna Read, a travel and food writer in Vancouver, got downsized from her government job and found out her husband wanted a divorce all in about a week’s time. After that, she decided to explore Southeast Asia for almost six months—and was delighted to discover how much she enjoyed the freedom to play things by ear and make her own plan. “I explored temples and ruins to my heart’s content because, unlike my last trip with my then-husband, this time, I didn’t have an impatient travelling companion who wanted frequent breaks to sit in the air-conditioning at Starbucks,” says the 47-year-old. A 2014 American Association of Retired Persons study found that more than 50 percent of respondents who travel solo are married. Many just want to avoid the compromises that travelling with a partner requires, as Johanna did. After all, steering one’s own ship can come with a strong sense of accomplishment. Just ask Evelyn Hannon, who founded Journeywoman (an online network for women who travel) after her first solo trip in the early ’80s. Recently divorced after a

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Safety First Four ways to travel solo with confidence

Check out the plethora of resources on the Government of Canada travel website (travel.gc. ca), from “Her Own Way: A Women’s Safe-Travel Guide” (which covers cultural issues, medical matters and overseas partnerships) to country-speciﬁc government-issued safety advisories.

Have a touchstone back home. Leave copies of your travel documents and your itinerary with a close friend or family member and preschedule regular check-ins.

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Look to local women for advice. Ask the female staff at your hotel or a nearby café what’s safe. It’s also key to know the law in countries you might be visiting— especially in countries like Saudi Arabia, where there are prohibitions on women’s movement. Do your research and ensure that you’ve got a good sense of the local landscape.

Know the available services. Some cities—including Mumbai, Tokyo and Mexico City—have female-only taxis, subway cars and buses, while many hotels also offer women-only ﬂoors. Female travel networks like Maiden Voyage regularly inspect hotels for safety features such as well-lit car parks and 24-hour reception.

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Before You Go

Whether you’re about to set sail, fly away or hit the road, you’ll be the envy of your fellow jetsetters with this season’s most fetching— and functional—must-have travel accessories.

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1. Kate Spade New York Travel Scrapbook scarf, $138, thebay.com. 2. Herschel Supply Co. Fifteen hip pack, $35, thebay.com. 3. Motif Femme 21-inch carry-on luggage in Champagne, $180, shop.heys.ca. 4. Passport holder in Pink with Golden Triangles, $25, amarincollection.etsy.com. 5. Matt & Nat Aries vintage backpack in Quartz, $145, indigo.ca. 6. Caroline Abram Thelma sunglasses, $415, justinbarryoptical.co. 7. Kate Spade New York Wash and Wear lingerie bags, $35 per pair, indigo.ca. 8. Clara handmade satin sleep mask in Mink and Ballet Pink, $31, ohhhlulu.etsy.com.

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THE CANADIAN CAPITAL

getaway guide You don’t need a passport to enjoy these relaxing escapes and epic adventures. Here are some of the best staycations, day trips and long weekends (that are well worth the flight) within our own borders. BY LISA VAN DE GEYN

Charlottetown’s Victoria Row boasts more than great coffee.

Charlottetown OUR MARITIME PICK

Toronto

ENJOY A NOSTALGIC AFTERNOON:

CONNECT WITH OUR CELTIC HERITAGE:

An hour west of the capital is Summerside, the province’s second-largest city. The quaint metropolis is heavily influenced by Celtic heritage, so check the schedule at The College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada for a concert the kids will get a kick out of. Stroll the bustling boardwalk, and maybe buy a souvenir at Spinnakers’ Landing, which was fashioned after a fishing village and boasts shops and restaurants right on the waterfront. End the day with a picturesque bike ride along Confederation Trail.

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OUR ONTARIO PICK

Quebec City OUR QUEBEC PICK GO WHERE CULTURE MEETS ROMANCE:

Stroll hand-in-hand along Old Quebec’s cobblestone streets and stop in at the unique boutiques and eateries along the way. (Make a special trip to Le Croquembouche boulangerie pâtisserie on rue Saint-Joseph for its decadent but light macarons.) Connect with Canada’s Francophone culture and heritage at Musée de la civilisation, Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec and the historic Citadelle de Québec.

TAKE A HISTORY LESSON: The Big Smoke boasts some of the most fascinating attractions in the country, from the typical tourist hot spots such as the Royal Ontario Museum, Kensington Market and the Distillery Historic District, but don’t skip Toronto’s lesser-known historical haunts. The Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library is perfect for book lovers, who can register and request to leaf through pieces in the impressive collection (which includes drafts and first editions of Canada’s most celebrated works and a 1789 BC Babylonian cuneiform tablet—the library’s oldest piece!). Afterward, head over to the Toronto Necropolis to tour one of the city’s oldest and most historic cemeteries; the High Victorian Gothic burial grounds date back to 1850, and it’s the final resting place of dignitaries such as Toronto’s first mayor, William Lyon Mackenzie.

HEAD TO A PLACE WHERE ADVENTURE AWAITS: Drive about 40 minutes north

GET A GOOD BOTTLE OF WINE (OR TWO): About two hours from Toronto,

to Mont-Sainte-Anne, where you’ll find spots for hiking, camping and mountain biking. A panoramic gondola will whisk you to gorgeous views at an elevation of 800 metres, then take in the cascading Jean-Larose Waterfall at the foot of the mountain.

Prince Edward County is a favourite of locals and visitors alike. After all, it’s been coined the gastronomic capital of Ontario, and it’s where you’ll find more than 35 wineries in addition to the Taste Trail of premier eateries. Bring your appetite (and a designated driver).

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Meet at Receiver Coffee Co. on Victoria Row for one of the best lattes in town before taking a walk to see St. Dunstan’s Basilica Parish, then head over to Province House National Historic Site (which hosts P.E.I.’s legislative assembly) and the grounds of the historic Great George Hotel. Catch a show at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (perhaps the hugely popular Anne of Green Gables musical), then swing by the waterfront and check out the shops and restaurants on Peake’s Wharf. If you’re with an active bunch, you might consider cycling through the city. Whatever you do, make it over to Cows Ice Cream, the island’s famous ice cream shop, for a scoop. Our favourites are PEI Strawberry and Moo Crunch. (Better yet, make it two scoops.)

The ROM hosts fascinating exhibits for the whole family.

Culture and history abound in Old Quebec.

There’s something for everyone at Toronto’s Kensington Market. Don’t miss the chance to amble along a seaside boardwalk when in P.E.I.

Regina OUR PRAIRIE PICK

Victoria

See the dazzling reﬂection of the Saskatchewan legislative building in Wascana Lake at night.

OUR WEST COAST PICK

PLEASE EVERYONE IN YOUR PARTY:

Check out the Royal Saskatchewan Museum’s award-winning T.rex Discovery Centre (home to one of the world’s largest T. rexes). Continue the cultural day at the MacKenzie Art Gallery and the Art Gallery of Regina to admire the work of local and international artists. After that, take a mental break and wet your whistle on the Regina Mixology Tour, which features palatepleasing beverages made by some of the city’s best bartenders. After a busy day of sightseeing, relax at the Wascana Centre, a 930-hectare park built around Wascana Lake, where you’ll find the perfect spot for a serene sunset picnic. SPEND A SATURDAY WITH THE KIDS:

Drive 50 minutes west to Moose Jaw, where the kids will delight in a trolley tour of town and a visit to the Sukanen Ship Pioneer Village & Museum. Spend the rest of the day outdoors in Wakamow Valley—an urban park and conservation area with 20 kilometres of trails—or Crescent Park, which boasts an Olympicsize outdoor pool the kids will love, plus an ampitheatre and an art gallery in its 11-hectare location.

INDULGE IN A QUIET COUPLES’ RETREAT:

Set on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is home to a host of historic sites, from Canada’s oldest Chinatown to Hatley Park National Historic Site (an Edwardian estate with stunning gardens), and several museums (including the Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle Historic House Museum and the Maritime Museum of British Columbia). Take a heritage break and head down to Fisherman’s Wharf to try your luck on a whale-watching expedition or go on a souvenir-hunting shopping trip along Government Street. Beachcombers should visit one of the many parks (including Island View Beach Regional Park), plus Elk Lake and Beaver Lake to swim and hike the trails. ESCAPE CITY LIFE: Catch a ferry to Salt Spring Island, located in the Strait of Georgia between the mainland and Vancouver Island. The boutiques, galleries and cafés are attraction enough, but you’ll really get a sense of the island by checking out some of the food and wine tours or taking a leisurely boat cruise around the area.

Count yourself lucky if you spot an orca while in Victoria.

Victoria’s Fisherman’s Wharf is a haven for adventurers.

A w n a w y o l B Devon Brooks, a sexual assault activist and founder of the renowned Blo Blow Dry Bar, chats with us about building an enterprise, cultivating community and giving a voice to victims. BY ALEXANDRA DONALDSON

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IT WAS AN INGENIOUS IDEA: a spot for women to get a quick blow-dry and hairstyle for an affordable price. No cuts, no colour— just a way to get prepped for an important meeting or add a little polish to the day. At 21, Devon Brooks dreamed it up and made it happen with Blo Blow Dry Bar, a place where you don’t “cheat” on your hairdresser, you simply stop in for a wash, dry and go. When she started the company (collaborating with her mother and another partner), it wasn’t only to fill a hole in the beauty service market—it was also a straightforward way to empower women in their everyday lives. “Sure, we built a business around great blow-dries,” says B.C.-based Brooks, “but what we were really selling was confidence—the idea that, for $35, a woman can go in and, half an hour later, feel a fraction better about herself. That makes me happy.” It’s North America’s original blow-dry bar, and today, there are more than 70 locations across Canada and the United States (with a few even in the Philippines).

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“If we’re not explicit about the full spectrum of things that influence us, we’re missing out on that real opportunity to educate and inform in an inclusive, healthy and powerful way.” — DEVON BROOKS

Nine years later, Brooks has stepped away from the company’s day-to-day operations, but that doesn’t mean the 30-yearold is slowing down. She now spends her days mentoring entrepreneurs by helping define their brand identity and venturing into technology (by producing an app that connects individuals with mentors across the globe). Sphere, which is set to launch later this year, will link ambitious people in search of direction with world-class life coaches and self-mastery experts. Think of this as life mentoring. And Brooks is certainly savvy outside of her business acumen, too: She’s an activist. Twice a victim of sexual assault— at 18 and 21—she talks openly about her experience and helps others who have suffered the same fate. This summer, she’s starting an online community called Babe Rally to help other women process sexual trauma. Whether they require a creative outlet to express themselves (“It’s absolutely crucial to recovery and destigmatizing the experience,” she says), need to know they’re not alone by engaging with women who have

been victimized or are just looking for some honest information about their options, Babe Rally offers support in the wake of immense pain and distress. In addition to that, she’s baring all in an autobiography—Brooks calls it a motivational memoir—that weaves together the story of her business success and her personal trauma. “If we’re not explicit about the full spectrum of things that influence us, we’re missing out on that real opportunity to educate and inform in an inclusive, healthy and powerful way.” It’s at this intersection of entrepreneurship and activism that Brooks has truly found her voice as a leader. She believes her calling is to ignite dialogue and cultivate community in unconventional ways. “For me, creating things is not about trying to be someone—it’s about doing everything I can to build something that impacts people positively.” And let’s face it: Since she knows the immeasurable value of helping assault victims and people who need guidance— not to mention the many benefits of a good hair day—she’s already met her mission.

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WITH FRIENDS

Our friends eat like royalty at restaurants, ordering a ton of liquor and food and running up the bill, which they insist on splitting equally. We’re tired of paying for their meals. Maybe your friends treat dining out like a true indulgence and go all out to enjoy themselves. Still, it’s awkward. Why not suggest taking turns hosting dinners at each other’s homes? Or try brunch, where it’s harder to drive up the bill, save for a few Caesars or mimosas. — Karen Cleveland I’M GOING TO A FRIEND’S SWANKY DESTINATION WEDDING AND SPENDING A LOT OF MONEY TO BE THERE. DO I HAVE TO GET THE COUPLE A GIFT? A thoughtful card with a heartfelt message will suffice—you’re already incurring a big-enough expense. When a couple chooses a destination wedding, they’re expressing a desire for your presence when they invite you over the alternative of having a regular wedding with gifts. — Louise Fox

I’M TIRED OF A FACEBOOK FRIEND’S PASSIVEAGGRESSIVE STATUS UPDATES. CAN I UNFRIEND HER? Unfriending will cause a rift, so unfollow instead. You’ll still be connected, but you won’t see her posts. While you’re at it, audit your own content to ensure that what you’re posting isn’t causing your friends to unfollow you. — Joanne Blake

A FRIEND ASKED IF I’D LEND HER MONEY. I’D LIKE TO DECLINE. Try, “I know it must’ve been hard for you to ask, and I don’t want to hurt your feelings, but I’m not able to lend you the money.” And you’re not obligated to explain why you won’t lend it. If she’s a friend, she’ll accept your response and won’t ask again. — Lew Bayer

2 At Work

I spotted a colleague on the subway, but my commute is “me time.” Do I have to chat? Nope, you don’t have to make conversation. But if you see a friend or colleague, you’re required to acknowledge him or her. Just explain that your commute is your favourite time to get immersed in your book or listen to your podcast. People respect others who know how they want to spend their time. What they don’t like is being ignored. — Margaret Page I’M SEEING A COLLEAGUE ROMANTICALLY AND WANT TO ANNOUNCE OUR BUDDING RELATIONSHIP. HOW SHOULD I DO IT? Check your employee handbook or speak to human resources. It could be that you must disclose your relationship to your boss for the sake of transparency—or management could seriously frown upon interoffice affairs. If your employer’s policy doesn’t allow dating, don’t do it. Your job and reputation are at stake. Note: Steer

clear of courting your superior or subordinate—it’s almost always a no-no. — Julie Blais Comeau

THERE’S A COLLECTION ENVELOPE CIRCULATING FOR A COLLEAGUE’S BABY SHOWER. I’M NOT A FAN OF HER. MUST I CONTRIBUTE? There’s no obligation, but it behooves you to consider the optics of not giving. You may choose not to contribute to the office gift but to give a card instead. — JBC

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social media. Still, you can address your SIL’s gaffe like this: “Sue, I’m thrilled you’re happy for me. If you don’t mind, though, I’d really appreciate if you would hang back so I can be the ﬁrst to share my news online with our friends and family.” — JB

MY UNCLE ASKS HOW MUCH I MAKE, WHAT’S IN MY SAVINGS ACCOUNT, ETCETERA, AT EVERY FAMILY GET-TOGETHER. HOW CAN I EXPRESS THAT I’M NOT INTERESTED IN DISCUSSING MY FINANCES?

WITH FAMILY I’m remarrying. Should I invite my former in-laws to the nuptials? That depends. Perhaps your ﬁrst partner is deceased and you’ve remained close with your former in-laws. In that instance, they might wish to attend. But if you and your partner have gone through a bitter divorce, inviting any ex-relatives would be unnecessary and could be fraught with peril. — LF I JUST GOT A NEW JOB AND MY SISTER-IN-LAW SCOOPED MY NEWS ON FACEBOOK (AGAIN). HOW SHOULD I ADDRESS THIS? She may not be aware of the unspoken rules about sharing personal news on

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Keep it light. Instead of getting upset with your nosy uncle, thank him for showing interest and say, “There are some things you shouldn’t ask a girl, Uncle Ted.” Or have some fun and give him an outlandish answer to get your point across: “Uncle Ted, I make so much money, you have no idea. I’m actually saving up to buy a seat on the ﬁrst spaceship to Mars.” Then, excuse yourself to go to the bathroom. — LB

I SENT A SEXT TO MY FATHER-IN-LAW INSTEAD OF MY HUSBAND. I’M MORTIFIED. Try, “Oops! Sincerest apologies,” with a smiley-face emoji. You’ll likely be desperate to ignore this ghastly gaffe, but that makes the receiver super uncomfortable. If you’re the receiver of an accidental dirty message, a quick “I don’t believe this was meant for me!” works best. Be sure to use emojis to express that it was taken lightly and you had a chuckle over it to make the sender feel more at ease. — Nancy Kosik

4 Out & About I’m of a certain age. If the seats on the bus are taken, is it rude to ask someone to give up his or hers?

Not at all. Try, “Excuse me, would you please be so kind as to give me your seat because it’s hard for me to stand.” Adding “because” to a request makes others more willing to oblige. Your tone is also critical. Stated genuinely, it will most likely fall on positive ears. Say it with malice, and you risk demonstrating bad manners yourself. — MP

THERE’S A WOMAN WHO COMES IN BEFORE YOGA CLASS STARTS AND PLOPS HER MAT DOWN SO CLOSE TO MINE THAT SHE PRACTICALLY SAVASANAS ON TOP OF ME. WHAT SHOULD I DO? Ask the instructor for a word before the guilty party shows up—she’ll know how important it is for you to have space for your practice and can move the offender to a more suitable location. Or tackle the issue by saying, “Would you mind moving your mat over, please?” This kind of rudeness is often caused by

people not being mindful, which is actually pretty ironic for someone who’s into yoga. — Lisa Orr

I PASSED GAS IN A CROWDED ELEVATOR. When a bodily noise sneaks out (a.k.a. social unmentionables), stay quiet. In fact, avoid it altogether if it’s silent. If there’s a scent, leave the area in a subtle way and don’t bring too much attention to it. But if it’s unequivocally noticeable you’ve beeped your horn, so to speak, go with a simple, “Excuse me,” under your breath and don’t make eye contact. — NK

OUR EXPERTS LEW BAYER civility expert, Winnipeg

JULIE BLAIS COMEAU chief etiquette officer at etiquettejulie.com, Ottawa

JOANNE BLAKE certiﬁed professional coach and etiquette expert, Edmonton

KAREN CLEVELAND etiquette adviser, Toronto

LOUISE FOX etiquette expert, Toronto

NANCY KOSIK certiﬁed etiquette expert, Montreal

LISA ORR certiﬁed etiquette and protocol consultant, Toronto

MARGARET PAGE certiﬁed etiquette expert and protocol officer, Vancouver

BOOK CLUB

SUMMER LOVING Sun’s out, book’s open! From the best tech tales to portraits of love, loss and reinvention, here are our favourite hot new reads for those lazy, hazy days we adore. BY ALEXANDRA DONALDSON

he Gypsy Moth Summer is about a black man named Jules, his white wife, Leslie, and their children, who move to an affluent entirely white neighbourhood on an island called Avalon. It’s also about teenager Maddie, who experiences the excitement of young love as she considers her violent and unstable home life, and Veronica, a woman who finally has a little bit of freedom now that her controlling husband, the The Gypsy Moth Summer Colonel, has dementia. In the back(St. Martin’s Press) by Julia Fierro, $38. ground is the understanding that the island’s main source of employment, an industrial military company, is poisoning the residents and that this particular summer, there’s an invasion of gypsy moths that are breeding at an alarming rate. Here, author Julia Fierro shares her experience writing a story about race, privilege and class while also reminiscing about her own gypsy moth childhood and the inescapable ties of family history. How did you get the idea for this story? I grew

up on Long Island, N.Y., in the ’90s, very much like Maddie did. It was really amazing, we had the woods to run around and play adventure games in, but it was also very isolating—it felt almost wild. I hoped to capture that atmosphere. Also, I had written a sketch featuring the Colonel almost two decades ago in college, and I wanted to come back to that character. Finally, I wanted to write about race and class and the intersection of the two—it’s shocking how relevant the topics feel right now.

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Why did you decide to weave the gypsy moth invasion into the story? Gypsy moth invasions

were part of my childhood, and it’s the weirdest atmospheric experience. It was a pestilence, a scientific occurrence, but, as kids growing up without the Internet, we had no idea what was going on. It was my own personal pest, so I wrote from experience. Why did you tell the story from so many different points of view? There’s something comfort-

ing about characters who experience the same events but interpret them completely differently. I think it must be a reflection of our own anxieties—that we’ll never be able to really understand how a person thinks and feels. It’s a privilege as a reader to have access to that. As a writer, there’s a great responsibility to make every perspective as authentic as possible, and that structure makes it feel like everyone’s perspective is important. I loved the thread of inheritance—both physical and emotional—from our parents that many characters go through in the book. Where we

come from and our parents’ stories and struggles are inescapable—as much as we want to believe we can transcend them to rewrite our stories. It should be everyone’s responsibility to educate themselves beyond their own very narrow, privileged perspective. And one way you can do that is through reading.

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AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH

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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo Former Hollywood bombshell and aging recluse Evelyn Hugo is set to tell her life story for the first time. But instead of choosing the hottest journalist, she picks Monique Grant, a lowly staff writer with little experience. As Monique interviews the icon, she unravels a woman who has a much more interesting story than anyone expected—full of sex, ambition, sacrifice and a fierce conflict of identity. Monique unwittingly finds herself relating to and liking the brash Evelyn. But why did Evelyn choose Monique as her biographer? The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo (Atria Books) by Taylor Jenkins Reid, $22.

It wasn’t so long ago that we didn’t create online personas, when we were more concerned with privacy than followers. Why do we do it? For the connection to people outside of our own little bubble, of course—and the visibility and, in some cases, the fame. The trade-off is that most things you do online you can’t take back. These two novels offer a compelling look into the personal consequences of the digital age.

Mitzi Bytes Fifteen years ago, before everyone had a blog, Sarah Lundy took to the Internet to anonymously document her postdivorce dating life. She was authentic and witty, and her online persona, Mitzi Bytes, garnered a loyal following. Today, happily remarried with kids, she’s still blogging, except no one “IRL” knows that Mitzi has been spilling not just her own secrets but also the exploits of her friends. When she starts getting emails from the mysterious Jane Q that threaten to out her, she goes into panic mode. Sarah needs to learn Jane Q’s identity— before her world comes crashing down. Mitzi Bytes (Harper Avenue) by Kerry Clare, $23.

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Everybody’s Son Anton’s addict mother never meant to leave him alone in their apartment for so long—especially not during a heat wave. On the seventh day of his abandonment, the 10-year-old breaks out but is soon placed in child services. He ﬁnds a temporary foster family in the Colemans; David, a judge and the son of a U.S. senator, and his wife, Delores, have recently lost their only son in an accident and use their connections to ensure that Anton stays with them. As he rises through the ranks of political and social society, Anton wonders about his background and contemplates his privilege—and begins to recognize the moral failings of the people who love him the most. Everybody’s Son (Harper) by Thrity Umrigar, $24.

2 Young Jane Young All it takes is one mistake to ruin your reputation. Unfortunately, Aviva Grossman made two. The ﬁrst was beginning an affair with a congressman twice her age; the second was blogging about it. As she quickly ﬁnds out, the Internet’s memory and wrath is long and swift. Unable to get a job due to her highly recognizable name, Grossman packs up and heads across the country to shed her old self and become a wedding planner named Jane Young. This does the trick—for a while. And if it wasn’t for her precocious daughter’s detective skills, nobody would have ever connected Aviva to Jane in this wry tale about reinvention. Young Jane Young (Viking Canada) by Gabrielle Zevin, $30.

PAR ADISE LOST

Flesh and Bone and Water As André’s marriage falls apart in London, he can’t help but look back to his youth in Brazil. It’s a childhood deﬁned by the tragic early loss of his mother, the workaholic nature of his plastic-surgeon-to-thewealthy father and his nearly decade-younger brother, Thiago. But his recurring wine-soaked dreams of the past are not of those three; instead, he dreams of Luana, the stunning daughter of his family’s maid. An unexpected letter from Luana brings to the surface repressed and forgotten memories of their teenage years—and a different perspective of their comingof-age story that André is ﬁnding hard to let go. Flesh and Bone and Water (Scribner) by Luiza Sauma, $32.

Visit canadianliving.com/bookclub for reviews, excerpts and author interviews. Follow us on Facebook for giveaways and to join the conversation when we chat about each month’s hot reads.

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Healing Herbs

Sure, fresh herbs can elevate any meal from the everyday—but that’s not the only reason you should keep a planter on your kitchen counter. Herbs are also health ninjas flush with nutrients. So get growing and plant these three today!

Basil From the Greek word meaning “royal,” this fragrant herb packs a king-size punch. It’s loaded with magnesium, which promotes cardiovascular health, and rich in beta-carotene, which aids in protecting cells from free-radical damage. PHOTOGRAPHY, ISTOCKPHOTO. TEXT, GRACE TOBY

Parsley Whether curly or ﬂat, parsley boasts immune-boosting vitamins A and C as well as a ﬂavonoid found to help prevent skin cancer.

Mint Small but mighty, mint has one of the highest antioxidant capacities of any herb. And its antimicrobial properties can help with gut health.

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EDITOR’S

HEALTH & FITNESS ADVICE

WITH SUMMER TRAVEL ON THE AGENDA, don’t put your health and fitness goals on ice. Instead, follow some of our favourite on-thego hacks for sweating, sleeping and snacking better. SWEAT

Schedule workout sessions and stretching. Pack a pair of runners and a resistance band. Book a hotel with a gym or complimentary bikes and yoga mats.

LOOK GREAT AT ANY AGE Simone De La Rue (right), the 42-year-old owner of Body by Simone, the popular dance-cardio method with studios in L.A. and New York, and celebrity trainer to Chrissy Teigen and Sandra Bullock, recently made a pit stop in Toronto. After taking one of her signature high-energy dance classes, we chatted about the power of dance, the importance of girl squads and her latest workout DVD.

SNACK

Pack an empty water bottle and nuts. A 2013 study found that 35 roasted almonds is the magic number for keeping you satiated. Safe travels!

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JUST DANCE Body by Simone Dance Cardio (DVD, $27; stream, $20 per month).

SLEEP

Sleep guru Arianna Huffington always travels with her snooze gear, which includes noise-cancelling headphones. To lessen jet lag, book a morning flight if you’re heading east and an afternoon flight if you’re going west.

Raw Raw

• A dance-based workout is the hottest exercise trend right now: “I’m so happy that dance is becoming highly recognized as a workout,” says De La Rue. “The beauty about dance is it hits the whole body and engages your core and tones. It relies on coordination and learning choreography, which makes it mentally stimulating. There’s also a spiritual

and creative component, allowing you to be expressive with your own take on the moves. I love that it hits those three elements: mental, physical and spiritual.” • Dance is a great way to bond with other women and feel empowered: De La Rue tries to create an environment that’s ego-free. “I think the class structure and the ‘girlfriend workout’— a group of women exercising together without any judgment— is becoming big again,”

Add raw almonds to a skillet over medium-high heat. Keep them moving until they’re lightly browned and fragrant.

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she says. “It’s motivating because people tend to feed off one another’s energy.” • Torch calories and have fun: In an hour, you can burn between 400 and 600 calories. • How to get motivated: “I deﬁnitely think a cute outﬁt helps.” • It’s an easy workout you can do at home: “It doesn’t require any equipment. Put on your favourite playlist and carve out an area in the garden or move some furniture. Encourage your kids to join!”

The raw food trend has migrated to the energy bar aisle, and we’re digging the less-is-more organic approach from the Canadian-based company Nagi (Polish for “naked”). The stripped-down energy bars are gluten-, soy- and dairy-free and come in ﬁve unique ﬂavours, including Lemon Goji and Apple Cinnamon. Our fave? Chocolate Quinoa Coconut. Nagi Raw Organic Chocolate Quinoa Coconut Bar, $4, eatnagi.com.

New research suggests that eating yogurt daily leads to stronger bones in older adults. The study tracked men and women aged 60 and older and found that those who ate yogurt every day had up to a four percent increase in bone density. Along with calcium and B vitamins, you’ll get a dose of protein.

one serving: ¾ cup

Buddhists have tapped into the calming powers of meditation for thousands of years, but only recently has it hit the mainstream— and your main screen. Headspace, the app founded by a former monk, offers guided meditations on sleep, motivation and overall health that are as short as 10 minutes.

PHOTOGRAPHY, SIAN RICHARDS (PORTRAIT); WINNERS (DE LA RUE); NAGI (ENERGY BAR); HEADSPACE (SMARTPHONE); SHUTTERSTOCK (ALMOND, YOGURT)

GRACE TOBY Contributing editor

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Let’s face it—motivation isn’t easy or we’d all be our ideal weights, our fridges would be stocked with kale and we’d get more than enough beauty sleep. So how can we boost the drive to get physically and emotionally fit? We went to the experts to find out. BY LISA VAN DE GEYN

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sk Dianne Stott to rank her level of motivation when it comes to her health and wellness on a scale of one (motivational mess) to 10 (motivational master) and she admits she’s a solid three. “I once hired a personal trainer, figuring I’d feel motivated to get fit,” she says. “Then, after working out, I’d ruin all my hard work by eating ice cream. I never did use up my personaltraining sessions, and I’m too embarrassed to go back.” Dianne, 51, says she struggles to stay motivated long enough to get her physical and emotional health in order—and there’s a pretty clear reason why: The Uxbridge, Ont., resident puts the needs of her husband and son before her own, always using up her time and energy on others. “I feel guilty if I don’t cook meals, do laundry and show up at my son’s hockey games. I go, go, go—so I’m drained when it comes to time for me.” External reasons abound, sure, but we can thank our motivation—or the lack thereof—for hitting up the drive-through and skipping the gym in favour of the couch. Dr. Shimi Kang, a psychiatrist and clinical associate professor at The University of British Columbia in Vancouver, explains motivation like this:

“It’s the internal signal that drives us to take action.” And a big part of that internal signal is dopamine, a key neurotransmitter in our brains. (This helps control the brain’s reward centre; it regulates our emotional responses and lets us not only see rewards but also take action to get those incentives.) A study published in the journal Neuron in 2012 found that dopamine is released in conjunction with us getting a reward, boosting our motivation to repeat our actions. “Our biology motivates us to do things that are good for our health via dopamine,” says Dr. Kang. “When we get a hit of it—after a workout, making a healthy meal or helping someone—it gives us a sense of well-being and pleasure, and it sends a signal to our brains to do whatever we did again.” The thing is, though, “the brain is like a fingerprint, so what motivates one person doesn’t motivate another,” says Dr. Kang. If that’s the case, what ultimately keeps us motivated? The good news is that, no matter what boosts your dopamine levels, there are universal ways to increase your drive, reach your goals and stay determined. Here are six expert-approved ways to do so. 53

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SET FREQUENT SMALL GOALS

Evidence suggests that we’re not wired to keep our eyes on a longterm prize. “We respond a lot more readily to immediate rewards,” says Anne Wilson, a social psychology professor who studies motivation at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ont. “That’s why chocolate cake—rewarding yourself in the moment—can distract you from longer goals where the rewards are in the distant future.” To get past it, set up several little milestones on your path toward a certain goal. “This allows you to stop and enjoy successes along the way, which can sustain motivation,” says Wilson. So, instead of skipping exercise altogether because you can’t commit to an hour at the gym, take baby steps. While the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology says that adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of exercise a week, it also says it’s perfectly acceptable to break that time down into 10-minute workouts done more frequently. What’s more, according to research published last year from the University Hospital of Saint-Étienne in France, walking for just 15 minutes a day was associated with a 22-percent lower risk of death in people over 60. Then, think about the benefits you instantly receive by going on that walk: lower stress, increased energy and better sleep. “Focusing on immediate benefits may be what gets you off the couch when the temptation of Netflix beckons,” says Wilson.

START WITH A CLEAN SLATE

We’ve all likely used this one: I’ll start my diet on Monday. “Fresh starts can help give people that initial boost of motivation needed to start pursuing a goal,” says Wilson. “This can include symbolic transition days like New Year’s or a birthday, but we encounter smaller opportunities for a fresh start regularly, say, the start of each month or even each week.” The trick with fresh starts is to use them as a first step toward a goal and to avoid the potential pitfalls. “There’s a risk of using fresh starts as a licence to procrastinate the goal and indulge now,” she says. “For example, if you start your healthy-eating plan on Monday and find your motivation waning by Thursday, you might be tempted to give up on the week, indulge in pizza, chips and ice cream all weekend, promising yourself to start again next Monday.” Wilson says this cycle will lead to a spiral of success and failure. Maximize your chance of success by combining a fresh start with setting achievable milestones and coming up with contingency plans so you don’t slip.

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TRASH THE NEGATIVE SELF-TALK

You’ll probably derail your motivation if you engage in bad-mouthing yourself. “Sometimes, people do it to motivate themselves, imagining that some harsh criticism about their failures or laziness will push them to take action,” explains Wilson. “That strategy is more likely to contribute to low self-worth and shame.” Boost your motivation by pretending you’re encouraging a friend to overcome his or her challenges. “It wouldn’t include a barrage of criticism but, rather, encouragement and understanding. Practising self-compassion can be very effective for dealing with setbacks and helps motivate further improvement,” she says. If you find that little voice creeping in, understand it’s a temporary derailment and try a mantra, suggests Dr. Kang. “Helpful mantras have two parts: to validate the negative thought or experience and to focus on the positive outcome.” Here’s a mantra you can use: “I’m having a minor/major setback, but I’m not giving up. It will all work out. I will eventually get there.” Rinse and repeat.

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DROP UNREALISTIC GOALS

Pursuing an unattainable target—losing 50 pounds before your high school reunion next month or entirely cutting out wine— won’t do you any favours. Here’s why: Unrealistic intentions reinforce negative belief patterns, says Dr. Kang. So, when you set weight-loss goals that you’re highly unlikely to reach, for instance, this is what you’ll end up telling yourself when you don’t meet your mark: “I’ll never do it. It’s too hard. Things don’t work out for me.” This thinking won’t get you anywhere, says Dr. Kang, and, in fact, instead of boosting your drive, these damaging feelings could have adverse effects on the progress you’ve already made.

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WORK ON WILLPOWER

It took a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis five years ago for Hina P. Ansari to motivate herself to get healthy. The Toronto-based 47-year-old admits to never setting aside time for a fitness regimen and eating a less-thannutritious diet on a less-than-ideal schedule. “I went through the gym phase years ago. I went twice and that was it,” she says. “It wasn’t until I realized that I had no choice but to work out that my motivation kicked in. There’s nothing like the dreadful thought that you may end up in a wheelchair to motivate you to move your butt.” So Hina found the willpower to enrol in solo Pilates sessions. After two years, her confidence level rose and she tried group classes. “I saw results. My leg was stronger and I no longer needed a brace to help me walk.” “Our willpower is the effort we put in to stay on task, avoid temptations and persist at a difficult goal,” says Wilson. The important point here is that believing you have willpower can change your assumptions about when your motivation is ultimately going to fizzle out.

JOIN FORCES

As long as we’re pursuing goals with others who are motivated, we’ll benefit and stay determined. “For example, if you work out with a friend who is a more habitual exerciser, that person can be a role model by sharing strategies she uses to stay on track and overcome obstacles, and she can make you more accountable,” explains Wilson. You’re less likely to hit snooze if you know your workout partner will be left waiting for you. A study published in 2011 in Psychology of Sport and Exercise found that people were more likely to work up a sweat if their romantic partners exercised with them; the same was true when it came to working out with their best friends. The only caveat? They had to feel like those friends were cheering them on. (The researchers found this support was especially true for women.)

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Sweet Sanctuary The rooms at Le Monastère des Augustines in Quebec City reﬂect the building’s past as the home of the Augustinian Sisters.

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an extravagant summer trip to Europe on the books, it doesn’t mean you can’t get an amazing vacation experience right here at home. Instead of going the typical hotel or all-inclusive resort route, I like to think outside the box when choosing my escape by picking stylish experiences with lodgings that have unique architecture or history and exceptional decor. My top choices include The Ferg, an intimate Scandi-style Picton, Ont., boutique B&B with an inviting porch that sits under a maple tree’s canopy; a rustic selfmanaged Canadian tour with CapeRace Cultural Adventures in St. John’s, N.L., where you can choose from a string of charming, colourful seaside cottages, each with its own vintage esthetic; and Le Monastère des Augustines, a converted cloister in Quebec City that offers an array of holistic wellness getaway packages in a historical setting. Each is completely different, yet, no matter which one suits your vacation style, they all provide the perfect Canadian summer escape.

SUMMER GETAWAY HOTEL ESSENTIALS THERE ARE A FEW IMPORTANT THINGS I LOOK FOR IN A HOTEL THAT I KNOW WILL MAKE MY VACATION EVEN BETTER. 1. First, I try to ensure that my room has a great view. It makes being in a hotel room less like a cell and more like an oasis.

2. Second, I like to check that the hotel has nice linens—this can make or break the stay for me! Sleeping on soft, luxurious bedding contributes to a more restful night’s sleep, and who doesn’t love getting cozy in a plush robe?

3. Finally, I usually opt for a spot that offers a good breakfast. It really is the best way to start a day of vacation.

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HEN ALEKSANDRA AND VINCENT TAYLOR moved into their split-level Vancouver home just before getting married in 2008, they were in love with the space but had little time and limited know-how to upgrade the way they truly wanted. Fast-forward 10 years, three pets and two kids later, and the 1960s home felt less retro and charming and more dated and awkward. The couple knew they needed a stylish yet kid-friendly makeover in order to justify staying in a family home they were emotionally attached to, so they called in the team from Love It or List It Vancouver, including Jillian Harris (above) and Todd Talbot. Harris’s fresh esthetic was a perfect fit for the couple’s style, and the resulting renovation created a serene design with a subtle touch of seaside flair that checked all the boxes and met the expectations of Vincent and Aleksandra. We see smooth sailing ahead!

NAUTICAL NEUTRALS The reno included overhauling the main floor and creating an open-plan layout where there was once a series of poky closed-off rooms. Harris kept the look bright and clean, with the details classic and the design firmly rooted in serenity. (Think Shaker-style doors, beachy woods, open shelving and a variety of surfaces to offset any stark lines.) “The colours are neutral, but almost everything has texture and variation,” says Harris. “We wanted the whole space to feel light and airy, while still being casual and relaxed.”

Using metallics in cool shades such as silver and chrome helps make the home feel soft and modern.

SEA CHANGE “Nautical style has a sense of comfort and familiarity for me,” says Aleksandra, who fondly remembers her Polish sailor grandfather. Harris made sure to subtly incorporate seaside elements, such as ropes, anchors and black-andwhite photos of wild seas, into the decor.

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An industriallook rise-and-fall pendant light is a perfect companion to the plain profile of Shaker-style cabinetry.

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Taking the recycledglass backsplash all the way to the ceiling adds interest and a little sparkle to the clean-lined kitchen with its simple silhouettes and stainless-steel appliances.

B AT T E N T H E H AT C H E S “To create the comfortable coastal feel, we incorporated some outdoor elements,” says Harris. Shiplap walls with exterior sconces, hand-painted canoe paddles and natural accessories all contributed to the tranquil, chic atmosphere. In addition, storage space was a must for this family, so Harris included built-ins wherever possible. “We removed the original ﬁreplace and added cupboards and shelves on either side of the new one,

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and made the sunroom accessible from the dining room so that we could then completely rearrange the kitchen and add much-needed storage,” she says. Now, the large banks of cabinetry in the kitchen and ﬂoor-to-ceiling shelving in the living room make the most of the space. But the pièce de résistance is the custom wall-to-wall hutch Harris installed in the dining room and painted a shade of grey blue to match the colour of a stormy sea.

WIDE BERTH With the kitchen separate from the dining and living rooms, keeping an eye on kids while cooking was problematic—and it was impossible to mingle with guests while prepping dinner. The space is now open from kitchen to living room, which was a practical move as well as a great way to bring more light into the heart of the home. “It was really important that the family felt connected,” says Harris. “With the sight lines improved, you can also take better advantage of the amazing view from the windows.”

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Lantern-style pendants are a fun alternative to the ubiquitous chandelier.

The light-filled home benefits from the addition of wood accents, from the live-edge dining table and benches to the pale floors, and the touches of wicker and rope. “Adding natural wood always warms things up,” says Harris.

The stormy blue ﬂoor-to-ceiling hutch in the dining room was painted a custom colour to add a shade of the sea to the white and grey space.

TIGHT SHIP Prior to the renovation, the enclosed sunroom was a mess: There was no temperature control and a wasp’s nest had claimed the space as its own. But with Harris’s guidance, the room was overhauled and now has French doors that connect it to the dining room, heated ﬂoor tiles for chilly days and a panoramic view of Vancouver’s lush greenery. “I love how the sunroom enables us to get closer to nature without being closer to the elements,” says Vincent.

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“NOTHING IS too precious. WE WANTED THE WHOLE FAMILY TO FEEL COMFORTABLE HERE.” — JILLIAN HARRIS

The solarium is calm and neutral, but the shiplap wall, chunky knit pillows and tile ﬂoor offer texture and visual interest. “It’s become a sanctuary for me,” says Aleksandra.

A shiplap wall treatment adds to the modern beach house theme.

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Radishes Radishes are the first vegetable that many kids grow, since most “summer” varieties go from seed sowing to harvest in about three weeks, providing almost instant gratification. Summer radishes are “shortday” crops, and they’ll bolt if daylengths exceed 15 hours. Summer types are also sensitive to heat, but once daytime highs fall below 27°C, radishes are ready to return. Sow summer radish seed in mid- to late summer every 10 days until about 20 days before your region’s first expected frost date. When the roots are about two centimetres in diameter, harvest the entire crop (radishes left in the ground too long become corky and hot). “Winter,” or Asian, radishes (daikon) are more tolerant of long daylengths and midsummer heat. Although they stay in the ground twice as long as redskinned types, these mild white roots are just as easy to grow. Sow seed at 10- to 14-day intervals from midsummer until about 50 days before your area’s first expected frost date.

NOTE: Days from seeding to harvest assume a full-sun location.

Bush (or snap) beans are the second most widely planted vegetable (after tomatoes) in Canadian gardens, and with good reason: They’re compact and easy to grow, and seeds can be planted successively, virtually guaranteeing a steady supply of fresh nutritious beans from early summer to autumn. While most gardeners will have already harvested their first crop by now, beans can be planted as long as soil temperatures remain below 25°C at a depth of five centimetres (sow midsummer seed deeper than spring seed to take advantage of cooler, moister soil conditions). Adding an organic mulch (shredded leaves, straw) will further help keep the soil cool and retain moisture. Bush beans have a fairly short harvest period (two to three weeks), so plant fresh seed every 20 days, up until 50 days before your first expected frost date. Beans (just like peas) are legumes, and they enrich the soil as they grow by fixing atmospheric nitrogen through nodules on their roots. To discourage any pathogen buildup, avoid sowing midsummer seed in the same soil as spring-sown seed.

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Carrots

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TIP: Lettuce should be harvested regularly and frequently. Once plants have matured, they quickly lose their ﬂavour and nutritive value.

Leaf Lettuce

TIP: Overly wet soil conditions produce short, stubby carrots, while drought will cause the roots to fork.

Another cool-season crop, lettuce tends to bolt when summer highs consistently top 21°C. Fortunately, highyielding leaf lettuce matures quickly, so there’s still time to enjoy a bountiful second harvest once the worst of the summer heat has passed—picking the outside leaves of heat-tolerant loose-leaf types begins long before the plant’s maturity date. Seed sown in midto late summer at two-week intervals will supply you with salad greens until autumn; sow your ﬁnal crop about 35 days before the ﬁrst expected frost date in your region. Because lettuce is mostly water, it’s intolerant of drought; water regularly during dry spells.

PHOTOGRAPHY, JOHN GLOVER (PURPLE CARROTS); GAP PHOTOS (LETTUCE, YELLOW CARROTS)

The sugar content of carrots begins to drop as soon as they’re pulled, so the most ﬂavourful roots will always be the ones you grow yourself. Although carrots are a coolseason crop, midsummer plantings are just as successful, providing they’re grown in moist, well-mulched soil. “Short-day” European novelty carrots can’t be planted until daylengths are less than 15 hours (mid-July in many regions), or plants will bolt. In midsummer, sow seeds more deeply than in spring (one centimetre is ideal) and cover them with a light layer of compost or sand for easy seedling emergence. Sow more seed at 20-day intervals, continuing up to about 55 days before your area’s ﬁrst hard, or “killing,” frost. Carrots are at their sweetest and juiciest when young, so it’s not necessary to wait until they’ve reached maturity before you start harvesting. However, even mature carrots can be left in the ground for several weeks before they begin to get tough.

Beets

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Easy-to-grow beets do double duty in the vegetable garden—both their roots and leaves are edible. Largely pest-free and frost-tolerant, the first crop of beets will already have been harvested by most Canadian gardeners, but these sweet, colourful root vegetables continue to grow well until daytime temperatures consistently exceed 27°C. Once the hottest part of the summer has passed, beets are once again good to go. Like beans, during late summer, sow seed deeper (three centimetres deep, rather than one centimetre in spring) to avoid hot, dry conditions at the soil surface. Sow your final crop about 55 days before your region’s usual late autumn hard frost date. Once the roots begin to push above the soil surface, check their diameter by brushing away the surrounding soil. Harvest beets when they’re about five centimetres in diameter (larger roots quickly get fibrous and stringy).

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In the past few years, Saturn peaches (also called doughnut or saucer peaches due to their ﬂattened shape) have become popular at farmers’ markets across Canada. They can be used in any of our recipes and taste just as great as the more traditional peach varieties.

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PEAC H ES There’s something about peaches that just seems to embody summer, and we look forward to their return year after year. These sweet and savoury recipes make the most of our favourite stone fruit, because they’ll be gone before you know it! BY ALANNA LIPSON & THE TEST KITCHEN

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PEAC H B L AC KB ERRY C H E E S E C A K E TA R T Hands-on time: 30 minutes Total time: 2 hours Makes: 8 servings

Almonds and peaches are both part of the rose family, which explains why they pair so beautifully together. Fruit Topping: 3 to 4 peaches, pitted and cut in wedges ¼ cup granulated sugar 2 tbsp lemon juice Crust: 2 cups ¼ cup ⅓ cup

ﬁnely ground amaretti cookies packed chopped dried apricots unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling: ½ cup whipping cream (35%) 1 pkg (227 g) cream cheese, softened ½ cup icing sugar, sifted 1 tsp grated lemon zest 1 tsp vanilla Assembly: ½ cup fresh blackberries, halved Fruit Topping: In bowl, toss

together peaches, sugar and GRILLED PEACH AND T O M AT O S A L A D Hands-on time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Makes: 6 servings

With peak-of-the-season tomatoes and peaches, snap peas and fresh herbs, this salad tastes like summer in a bowl. Dressing: 2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar ½ cup thinly sliced red onion 3 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp grainy mustard 1 tsp liquid honey ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper Salad: 2 1 tsp 500 g

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peaches, pitted and quartered olive oil mixed heirloom tomatoes, roughly chopped sliced sugar snap peas coarsely chopped fresh mint coarsely chopped fresh tarragon crumbled feta cheese

Dressing: In small microwave-

able bowl, microwave vinegar on high until hot, about 30 seconds. Stir in red onion. Let stand for 15 minutes. Strain vinegar mixture into large bowl, reserving red onion. Whisk in oil, mustard, honey, salt and pepper until blended. Salad: Brush peaches with

oil. Place on greased grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill, turning once, until peaches are softened and grill-marked, about 6 minutes. In large bowl, combine peaches, tomatoes, snap peas, mint and tarragon. Drizzle with dressing, tossing to coat. Arrange on platter; top with reserved red onion and feta. PER SERVING: about 140 cal, 3 g pro, 9 g total fat (2 g sat. fat), 13 g carb (3 g dietary ﬁbre, 10 g sugar), 6 mg chol, 194 mg sodium, 368 mg potassium. % RDI: 5% calcium, 8% iron, 10% vit A, 40% vit C, 12% folate.

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lemon juice. Let stand at room temperature, stirring occasionally, until peaches are softened and sugar is dissolved, about 30 minutes. Crust: Meanwhile, in food

processor, pulse together amaretti cookies and apricots until in fine crumbs. Drizzle in butter; pulse until mixture is moistened. Press into bottom and up side of 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom. Bake on rimmed baking sheet in 350°F oven until fragrant and crust is set, about 10 minutes. Let cool. Cheesecake Filling: In large bowl,

whip cream until stiff peaks form; scrape into small bowl. In same large bowl, beat together cream cheese, icing sugar, lemon zest and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until combined. Assembly: Spoon Cheesecake Filling over cooled crust, smoothing top. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour. Drain Fruit Topping, reserving syrup for another use. Mound Fruit Topping over top of tart and top with blackberries. PER SERVING: about 438 cal, 4 g pro, 28 g total fat (18 g sat. fat), 47 g carb (3 g dietary ﬁbre, 44 g sugar), 74 mg chol, 183 mg sodium, 298 mg potassium. % RDI: 5% calcium, 5% iron, 28% vit A, 10% vit C, 5% folate.

SHEET PAN PEACH, PROSCIUTTO AND ARUGULA PIZZA Hands-on time: 30 minutes Total time: 2¼ hours Makes: 4 to 6 servings

Peaches might seem like an unusual pizza topping, but in this recipe, their sweetness is the perfect foil for salty, crispy prosciutto, creamy mozzarella and sharp arugula. We promise, once you try this, you’ll be converted! Dough: 3 cups 1 tbsp ¾ tsp ½ tsp 1 cup 3 tbsp

all-purpose ﬂour lemon zest (optional) salt quick-rising (instant) dry yeast warm water olive oil

Topping: 250 g fresh mozzarella cheese, drained and torn in bite-size pieces 150 g prosciutto 2 peaches, pitted and thinly sliced 1½ cups baby arugula ¼ tsp pepper 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (approx) Dough: In large bowl, whisk together

2¼ cups of the flour, the lemon zest (if using), salt and yeast. Using wooden spoon, stir in warm water and 1 tbsp of the oil until ragged dough forms.

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Turn out onto lightly floured work surface; knead dough, dusting with some of the remaining flour, until dough is smooth, elastic and no longer sticky, about 8 minutes. Transfer to greased bowl; turn to grease all over. Cover bowl with plastic wrap. (Makeahead: Refrigerate for up to 24 hours.) Let rise in warm draft-free place until doubled in size, about 1½ hours. On lightly floured work surface, roll out or press dough into 12- x 17-inch rectangle. Fold in half, bringing short ends together; transfer to large rimless baking sheet; unfold. Brush with remaining oil; prick dough all over with fork. Bake on top rack of 500°F oven until crust is light golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven. Topping: Top crust with mozzarella, prosciutto

and peaches. Return to oven; bake until bottom of crust is golden and crisp and cheese is melted, 10 to 15 minutes. Top with arugula and pepper; drizzle with balsamic glaze. PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS: about 466 cal, 22 g pro, 20 g total fat (8 g sat. fat), 47 g carb (3 g dietary ﬁbre, 5 g sugar), 59 mg chol, 874 mg sodium, 325 mg potassium. % RDI: 23% calcium, 24% iron, 7% vit A, 5% vit C, 43% folate.

If the peaches are too soft to cut down the middle and twist open, use a serrated knife to cut around the stone. If you don’t have time to make fresh pizza dough, use store-bought!

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lemony tomato basil pasta

Sweet summer flavours come to the fore in this simple recipe that can be easily changed up by adding your favourite ingredients, like those pictured here.

L E M O N Y T O M AT O B A S I L PA STA

BY JENNIFER DANTER & THE TEST KITCHEN

Hands-on time: 15 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Makes: 4 to 6 servings

The secret to this light, fresh pasta is in the cooking liquid: It’s flavourful and starchy, which helps coat the noodles. 2 25 1 tsp 500 g ½ cup 2 1 tbsp 1 cup ¼ cup

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pkg (each 250 g) mixed cherry tomatoes, halved large basil leaves, torn salt cavatappi or spaghetti olive oil cloves garlic, ﬁnely grated or pressed lemon zest grated ParmigianoReggiano cheese lemon juice pepper

In bowl, combine tomatoes, basil and salt. In saucepan of boiling water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid, drain and set aside. In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook garlic and lemon zest, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add cooked pasta and tomato mixture; stir in ½ cup of the Parmigiano-Reggiano, the lemon juice and enough of the reserved cooking liquid to coat. Stir in remaining ParmigianoReggiano. Add pepper to taste. PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS: about 528 cal, 14 g pro, 23 g total fat (5 g sat. fat), 69 g carb (3 g dietary ﬁbre, 5 g sugar), 12 mg chol, 534 mg sodium, 44 mg potassium. % RDI: 13% calcium, 18% iron, 13% vit A, 50% vit C, 45% folate.

PHO

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WEEKNIGHTS

Q U I C K + E ASY Perfect for brushing, drizzling or straight-up dunking, bold sauces liven up these fast weeknight meals.

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BY PAUL LILLAKAS & THE TEST KITCHEN

M O N DAY

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H O N E Y- S R I R AC H A GRILLED STEAK Hands-on time: 20 minutes Makes: 4 to 6 servings

Honey-sriracha butter is a versatile grilling sauce with a balance of sweet, savoury and spicy. Even better, it comes together in less than a minute! 700 g

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½ tsp ⅓ cup ⅓ cup ⅓ cup 1 tbsp 450 g 1

top sirloin grilling steak (1 inch thick) salt butter, melted liquid honey Asian chili sauce (such as sriracha) unseasoned rice vinegar Broccolini (about 2 bunches) sweet onion, sliced in ½-inch thick rounds

Sprinkle steak with salt. In liquid measure, whisk together butter, honey, chili sauce and vinegar. Place steak, Broccolini and onion on greased grill over medium-high heat; brush with 2 to 3 tbsp of the honey mixture. Close lid and grill, turning once and brushing with some of the remaining honey mixture, until instantread thermometer inserted in centre of steak reads 140°F, Broccolini is charred but tender-crisp and onion is softened, about 8 minutes. Transfer steak to cutting board; let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve steak and vegetables drizzled with remaining honey mixture. PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS: about 351 cal, 27 g pro, 15 g total fat (9 g sat. fat), 28 g carb (2 g dietary ﬁbre, 23 g sugar), 81 mg chol, 495 mg sodium, 598 mg potassium. % RDI: 7% calcium, 22% iron, 21% vit A, 85% vit C, 23% folate.

Feel free to add other seasonal vegetables to the grill with this recipe. We love zucchini, sweet peppers and cauliﬂower.

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GRILLED PORK AND PLUMS WITH STICKY FIVE-SPICE SAUCE Hands-on time: 10 minutes Makes: 4 servings

Plums might not be the first fruit you think to grill, but their gorgeous burgundy skin gets even prettier as the natural sugars caramelize. The sweetness pairs well with grilled pork and this aromatic sauce full of warming spices. Sauce: 2 tsp ¼ cup 2 tbsp 1 tbsp 1 1 tsp

five-spice powder ketchup fancy molasses white vinegar clove garlic, finely grated or pressed finely grated or pressed fresh ginger or ½ tsp ground ginger

Pork Chops: 4 bone-in pork loin chops, 1 inch thick (about 750 g total) 2 tsp vegetable oil ½ tsp salt 2 large red plums, pitted and quartered 2 green onions, thinly sliced Sauce: In dry skillet, toast five-spice

powder over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in ¼ cup water, ketchup, molasses, vinegar, garlic and ginger, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 3 minutes. Pork Chops: In large bowl, combine pork, 1 tsp of the oil and the salt. In separate bowl, toss plums with remaining oil. Place pork and plums on grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill, turning pork once, until instant-read thermometer inserted sideways in centre of pork reads 155°F and plums are grillmarked on all sides, about 8 minutes.

Drizzle pork and plums with sauce; garnish with green onions. Serve with brown rice. PER SERVING: about 327 cal, 27 g pro, 14 g total fat (4 g sat. fat), 24 g carb (3 g dietary ﬁbre, 19 g sugar), 85 mg chol, 516 mg sodium, 741 mg potassium. % RDI: 7% calcium, 14% iron, 5% vit A, 18% vit C, 4% folate.

If you don’t have a grill, sear the pork chops and plums in a cast-iron skillet, pressing down on the pork to develop an even crust.

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BAKED CHILAQUILES VERDE WITH EGGS Hands-on time: 10 minutes Makes: 6 servings

Chilaquiles (pronounced “chee-lah-KEElehs”) is a Mexican dish that traditionally simmers leftover tortillas in zesty salsa. Our version is a one-pan wonder loaded with zucchini, tomatillo salsa, eggs and tortilla chips that are soft in the pan’s centre and crispy around the edge. 1 tbsp 2 ¼ tsp 4 1 250 g 6

olive oil small zucchini, thinly sliced salt (optional) green onions, sliced jar (430 mL) tomatillo salsa or salsa verde unsalted corn tortilla chips, (about 8 cups ) eggs

2 tbsp ¼ tsp

crumbled feta chese pepper chopped fresh cilantro (optional) avocado slices (optional) sour cream or plain yogurt (optional)

In large ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook zucchini and salt (if using) until slightly softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in green onions; cook for 1 minute. Reduce heat to low; stir in 1½ cups of the salsa. Remove pan from heat; fold in tortilla chips until evenly coated. Bake in 400°F oven until tortilla chips in centre of pan are softened and chips around edge are crisp, about 10 minutes. Using spoon, make 6 wells in salsa mixture; crack 1 egg into each well. Continue to bake until whites are set but yolks are still runny, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from

oven. Sprinkle with feta and pepper; spoon remaining salsa over top. Serve immediately with cilantro, avocado and sour cream (if using). PER SERVING: about 356 cal, 11 g pro, 19 g total fat (4 g sat. fat), 35 g carb (3 g dietary ﬁbre, 7 g sugar), 196 mg chol, 914 mg sodium, 486 mg potassium. % RDI: 12% calcium, 15% iron, 23% vit A, 18% vit C, 27% folate.

CHANGE IT UP

CHILAQUILES ROJOS

We chose a green tomatillo salsa for our chilaquiles, but you can also make a rosy version (called chilaquiles rojos) with red salsa and your favourite red veggies. We suggest sweet red peppers and thinly sliced red onions.

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CHARRED SHRIMP AND CAULIFLOWER ROMESCO Hands-on time: 30 minutes Makes: 4 servings

Grilling shrimp in their shells both protects the delicate meat from the direct heat of the barbecue and seriously boosts the satisfying barbecued shellfish flavour. It’s definitely worth the extra effort of peeling them at the table.

PER SERVING: about 245 cal, 22 g pro, 13 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 14 g carb (5 g dietary ﬁbre, 6 g sugar), 128 mg chol, 714 mg sodium, 606 mg potassium. % RDI: 10% calcium, 26% iron, 32% vit A, 283% vit C, 33% folate.

If you can ﬁne only larger jars of roasted red peppers, consider making a double batch of the Romesco Sauce. It freezes very well and pairs amazingly with beef, chicken, white ﬁsh and other grilled vegetables.

Romesco Sauce: 1 jar (300 mL) roasted red peppers, including juices ¼ cup prepared tomato sauce 3 tbsp almond butter 2 tsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp smoked paprika ¼ tsp cayenne pepper Shrimp and Vegetables: 1 head cauliﬂower, cut in large ﬂorets ¼ tsp salt 450 g unpeeled jumbo shrimp (21 to 25 count) 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1

bunch green onions

Romesco Sauce: In blender, purée

together red peppers including juices, tomato sauce, almond butter, vinegar, paprika and cayenne pepper until smooth. Transfer to microwaveable bowl; set aside. Shrimp and Vegetables: Place

cauliflower in microwaveable baking dish. Add 1 tbsp water and pinch of the salt; toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap; poke 1 hole to vent steam. Microwave on high for 5 minutes. In bowl, toss together shrimp, oil and remaining salt. Thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Place shrimp and cauliflower on greased grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill, turning once, until shrimp are pink and cauliflower is charred, about 8 minutes. Add green onions during last 3 minutes of grilling. Microwave Romesco Sauce on high, stirring every 30 seconds, until warm, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve cauliflower, shrimp and green onions on large platter with sauce on the side for dipping.

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SMOKY CHICKEN BURGERS WITH SNAP PEA SLAW Hands-on time: 20 minutes Makes: 6 servings

Never fear dry chicken burgers again. Using your meat thermometer will result in a brilliantly juicy patty every time. Topping this burger with smoky chipotle mayo and sweet sugar snap pea slaw adds great crunch and a hit of spice.

Snap Pea Slaw: 1½ cups sugar snap peas, thinly sliced diagonally 1½ cups ﬁnely shredded red cabbage 1 tbsp lime juice Chipotle Mayonnaise: 1 can (186 mL) chipotle chilies in adobo sauce ½ cup light mayonnaise Burgers: 4 ⅔ cup ¼ cup ½ tsp 1 kg 6

slices white bread, crusts removed sodium-reduced chicken broth chopped fresh chives salt ground chicken buns (hamburger, pretzel or pain au lait), split and toasted

Snap Pea Slaw: In large bowl, combine snap peas, cabbage and lime juice; toss to coat. Set aside. Chipotle Mayonnaise: In food processor or blender, purée chipotle chilies and adobo sauce until smooth.

In small bowl, stir together mayonnaise and 2 tsp of the chipotle purée; set aside. Burgers: Tear bread into bite-size

pieces. Place in separate large bowl; add broth, chives, 1 to 2 tbsp of the Chipotle Mayonnaise and the salt. Using hands, mash into fine paste. Crumble in chicken; stir to mix. Form into six ¾-inch thick patties. (Makeahead: Layer patties between parchment paper in airtight container; refrigerate for up to 24 hours.) Gently place on greased grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill, turning once, until instant-read thermometer inserted sideways in patties reads 165°F, 10 to 12 minutes. Spread remaining Chipotle Mayonnaise onto cut sides of each bun. Top each bottom half with 1 patty and ½ cup Snap Pea Slaw; sandwich with top halves of buns. PER SERVING: about 638 cal, 38 g pro, 33 g total fat (8 g sat. fat), 46 g carb (3 g dietary ﬁbre, 9 g sugar), 132 mg chol, 940 mg sodium, 234 mg potassium. % RDI: 16% calcium, 37% iron, 8% vit A, 45% vit C, 44% folate.

Divide leftover chipotle purée among six wells of an ice cube tray and freeze for future use. Add to soups, stews and sauces for an extra hit of spicy, smoky ﬂavour!

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ITALIA

We love the inviting help-yourself vibe of Italian aperitivo. The cocktails are bubbly and the nibblies are uber fresh. It’s the ideal way to spend time with your friends and family on a sunny summer afternoon. BY JENNIFER DANTER & THE TEST KITCHEN

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Let guests make their own cocktails. Set up a portable DIY Prosecco and Rosato (rosé wine) bar in a basket that can easily move indoors or outside. Include a cocktail shaker, ice, soda water, herbs and fruit.

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BASIL APEROL SPRITZ Hands-on time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minutes Makes: 1 serving

Serve in a longstemmed wineglass so your hand doesn’t warm the drink.

Aperol is an aperitif with a bitter flavour that’s made from infusions of bitter and sweet oranges and herbs. We’ve added fresh basil to this traditional Venetian favourite for a punchier cocktail. 2 2 1¼ oz 3 oz

ice cubes orange slices (approx) fresh basil leaves (approx) Aperol chilled Prosecco soda water

Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Add orange slices, basil and Aperol. Shake to muddle; strain into glass. Top with Prosecco and soda water to taste. Garnish with extra orange slice and basil, if desired. PER SERVING: about 198 cal, 0 g pro, 0 g total fat (0 g sat. fat), 15 g carb (15 g dietary ﬁbre, 15 g sugar), 0 mg chol, 4 mg sodium, 82 mg potassium. % RDI: 1% calcium, 2% iron, 8% vit C, 2% folate.

Fun idea: Print cocktail recipe cards so guests can make their own drinks. Or pick a friend to be the bartender!

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ROSEMARY ROSÉCCO Hands-on time: 5 minutes Total time: 5 minutes Makes: 1 serving

Consider this recipe a guideline for mixing. Simply put out the bottles of wine, a bowl of berries and fresh rosemary sprigs, then let guests get creative. 5 oz 2 oz 3 1

chilled Prosecco chilled rosé wine ice cubes (optional) raspberries sprig fresh rosemary

In glass, stir together Prosecco and wine. Add a few ice cubes (if using). Skewer raspberries on rosemary sprig and swirl into glass.

PER SERVING: about 160 cal, 0 g pro, 0 g total fat (0 g sat. fat), 3 g carb (0 g dietary ﬁbre, 2 g sugar), 0 mg chol, 10 mg sodium, 166 mg potassium. % RDI: 2% calcium, 4% iron, 2% vit C, 1% folate.

CHANGE IT UP

Make it a mocktail. Blend 5 oz pink lemonade or cranberry juice with 2 oz soda water.

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T O R T E L L I N I T O M AT O B I T E S Hands-on time: 15 minutes Total time: 25 minutes Makes: 20 servings

These pasta salad skewers are excellent for parties, as they come together in no time. Kids will love them, but for a group of adults, feel free to add stronger flavours, like halved olives or morsels of blue cheese. 125 g ⅓ cup 10 1 tbsp

fresh cheese-ﬁlled tortellini (about 40) prepared pesto (such as PC Splendido Basil Pesto) red or yellow cherry tomatoes, halved balsamic glaze (such as PC Glaze With Balsamic Vinegar of Modena) (optional) large fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

In saucepan of boiling salted water, cook tortellini according to package instructions; drain. In large bowl, toss tortellini with pesto. Spread out on baking sheet to cool, about 10 minutes. Thread 2 tortellini and 1 tomato half onto each of 20 toothpicks. Arrange on serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze (if using). Garnish with basil. PER SERVING: about 40 cal, 1 g pro, 2 g total fat (0 g sat. fat), 4 g carb (0 g dietary ﬁbre, 1 g sugar), 2 mg chol, 63 mg sodium, 11 mg potassium. % RDI: 1% calcium, 1% iron, 1% vit A, 2% vit C.

Make and assemble this dish up to four hours ahead. Store, covered, at room temperature. Add balsamic glaze and fresh basil just before serving.

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GORGONZOLA-STUFFED GRILLED ZUCCHINI ROLLS Hands-on time: 20 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Makes: 24 servings

These bites are the perfect mixture of flavours old and new: an aged Gorgonzola filling surrounded with slices of fresh grilled zucchini and brightened up with lemon zest.

Assemble and refrigerate these rolls one day ahead. Bring to room temperature before serving.

1 tbsp ¼ tsp ½ cup ½ cup ¼ cup 1 tsp

zucchini (about 1 kg), cut lengthwise in ¼-inch thick slices olive oil each salt and pepper extra-smooth ricotta cheese crumbled Gorgonzola Piccante cheese coarsely chopped toasted almonds grated lemon zest (optional)

Brush zucchini with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on greased grill over medium-high heat; grill, uncovered, turning occasionally, until zucchini are tender and grilled-marked, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove to platter; let cool. Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together ricotta, Gorgonzola Piccante, almonds and lemon zest (if using). Spoon 1 tsp of the cheese mixture onto narrow end of 1 zucchini slice. Roll up zucchini and secure with toothpick. Repeat with remaining cheese mixture and zucchini. Arrange on platter and serve. PER SERVING: about 36 cal, 2 g pro, 3 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 2 g carb (1 g dietary ﬁbre, 1 g sugar), 4 mg chol, 58 mg sodium, 106 mg potassium. % RDI: 3% calcium, 1% iron, 6% vit A, 8% vit C, 5% folate.

Serve extra nuts on the side for sprinkling over top. Garnish with fresh herbs like oregano or mint.

Prepare the ﬁlling a day ahead. Grill the mushrooms an hour before serving.

CEDAR PLANK STUFFED MUSHROOMS WITH HAZELNUTS

25 to 30

Hands-on time: 30 minutes Total time: 1¼ hours Makes: 25 to 30 servings

½ cup

Grilling cheesy mushrooms on a water-soaked cedar plank infuses them with a wonderfully smoky flavour. For a twist,we substituted hazelnuts for the more classic bread crumb topping. If you can’t make this on a barbecue, bake it on a plank in a 425°F oven for 20 minutes.

¼ cup ¼ cup 1 1 ½ tsp ¼ cup

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½ cup

2 tbsp

small cremini mushrooms (about 650 g), stemmed grated Asiago or Parmesan cheese water-packed artichoke hearts (about 2), drained, ﬁnely chopped and patted dry cream cheese, softened ﬁnely chopped green olives egg, lightly beaten clove garlic, grated pepper skinned roasted hazelnuts, chopped coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley

Soak one 12- x 7-inch untreated cedar plank in water for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours. Meanwhile, using tip of spoon, gently scrape out mushroom gills to widen cavities. In bowl, stir together Asiago, artichokes, cream cheese, olives, egg, garlic and pepper. Spoon 1 tbsp filling into each mushroom cap, pressing to flatten slightly. Arrange on cedar plank, filling side up. Top with hazelnuts. Place plank on grill over medium-high heat; close lid and grill until mushrooms are tender and filling is bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve on plank on heat-resistant surface or transfer to platter. PER EACH OF 30 SERVINGS: about 25 cal, 1 g pro, 2 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 1 g carb (1 g dietary ﬁbre, 0 g sugar), 9 mg chol, 40 mg sodium, 96 mg potassium. % RDI: 1% calcium, 1% iron, 2% vit A, 2% vit C, 2% folate.

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T E ST K I T C H E N T R AV E L S

Cheese Dreams Acting executive Food editor Jennifer Danter took a farm-to-table tour in Italy to discover why Parmigiano-Reggiano is the king of Italian cheeses and how to spot the real deal at the grocery store.

1 The Name Says It All

Parmigiano-Reggiano is made in speciﬁc regions of Italy under strict guidelines. The name is a protected designation of origin (PDO), and the cheese’s rind is branded with it to prove authenticity. Similar types of cheese made elsewhere can be labelled only as “Parmesan,” and while they may share some characteristics of the original, they pale in ﬂavour and texture.

2 Dynamic Duo

Great cheese starts with terroir and cows. Because Parmigiano-Reggiano is produced in a variety of areas— Parma, Reggio Emilia and Modena, to name a few—the diverse landscape of rivers, plains and hills lends a rich ﬂavour to the cows’ milk. Everything is local; nothing that contributes to the cheese is brought in from elsewhere.

Cheese Making

The traditional ingredients and artisanal techniques haven’t changed since 1934. The recipe starts with a combo of partially

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Buying a wedge instead of pregrated guarantees the best flavour.

skimmed night milk and day milk that’s left whole from the morning milking. Then, the usual cheese-making process follows: milk, rennet and leftover whey from the previous batch are added to copper vats; curds form and are broken down. The mixture is heated and left to rest until the curds knit into a solid mass, which is then divided and pressed into moulds. Each one is imprinted with tiny dots spelling “Parmigiano-Reggiano,” along with the identiﬁcation number of the dairy and production date. The cheeses are weighed and submerged in tanks ﬁlled with a sea-salt solution to brine for about 20 days.

4 Well-Aged

The wheels are then moved into curing rooms, where they dry on wooden shelves, forming a natural crust. They’re wiped, brushed and turned every 10 days. Most wheels are aged for a minimum of one year and up to 36 months. During this long aging, natural fermenting agents get to work— that’s what gives the cheese its buttery, nutty ﬂavour and characteristic granular texture.

5 Hammer TIME

After one year, the cheese is inspected by the Consorzio del Parmigiano-Reggiano to ensure that it meets industry standards. Using a special hammer, called a battitore, the tester examines and taps each wheel, looking for cracks and listening for certain tones that tell if the cheese has aged properly. Cheeses that pass inspection are ﬁre-branded with the PDO certiﬁcation mark and labelled with coloured seals that represent age.

6 Put that in your basket

Check the packaging for the PDO markings. At home, you can always count on Loblaw—its PC Splendido Parmigiano Reggiano is authentic and available across the country. Or, if you’re Italy-bound, some dairies are open for tours. Research and call ahead for an appointment. For more info, contact the Consorzio del Parmigiano-Reggiano or go to parmigianoreggiano.com under the place-of-origin tab.

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PHOTOGRAPHY, JENNIFER DANTER (CHEESE WHEELS, MARKET); ISTOCKPHOTO (CHEESE WEDGE, CITY). ILLUSTRATION, ISTOCKPHOTO

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FOOD ADVICE COOL TOOL

HOLY SMOKE JENNIFER DANTER Acting executive Food editor

I’VE HAD A LONGTIME LOVE AFFAIR WITH Portland, Ore., vegetable whisperer Joshua McFadden. A food industry veteran, he has brought veggies to the forefront of restaurant menus and helps home cooks make the most of their garden bounty. His ﬁrst book, Six Seasons: A New Way With Vegetables, divides the year into six growing seasons; since fruit and veggies have such a wide range of peak ripeness, they simply can’t be contained in the usual four. I love his recipes: They read like poetic love letters to food and capture the complex beauty and ﬂavour of local seasonal fare.

It’s still burger season, so go ahead and ﬁre up your condiment game. Breville’s The Smoking Gun offers a clever way to infuse food and drinks with natural smoke ﬂavour in less than a minute. Hickory and applewood shavings (and a ton of recipes) are included, so you simply load it, light it and blow smoke! The tool works well with high-fat foods, such as cheese, butter and nuts (plus, avocado—my favourite!).

Try it on our smoky chicken burgers (page 81).

The Smoking Gun, $130, brevillesmokinggun.ca.

IN THE BAG

SUPER SLAW Your salad just got a whole lot more interesting and healthy with this dynamic combo of shredded sweet golden beets, crunchy carrots, tender kale and broccoli. Enjoy an arsenal of antioxidant-rich veggies without picking up a knife. Hint: It’s delicious piled on burgers and tacos, too!

GAMECHANGER

Six Seasons (Artisan Books) by Joshua McFadden with Martha Holmberg, $50.

WORTH EVERY PENNY

PATRIOTIC CUPPA TWG Tea’s limited-edition Jubilee Tea, with notes of maple syrup and cranberry, is basically some of our favourite Canadian ﬂavours in a cup. It’s great warm on camping nights or over ice as a tart refresher—the perfect way to keep the Canada 150 celebrations going. TWG Tea Jubilee Tea in Caviar Tin, $32, vansingdg.com.

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H AS S L E - F R E E LO B ST E R TA I L S As if we needed another reason to love premium Canadian lobster. Matty’s Seafood lets you choose among four ways to enjoy it—without cracking a shell. The frozen uncooked cleaned tails are packed with knobs of butter; just follow the instructions to grill, broil, sauté or sous-vide to saucy perfection. Matty’s Seafood Brands Simple Serve Lobster Tails, $17, mattysseafood.com.

PHOTOGRAPHY, SIAN RICHARDS (PORTRAIT); TWG TEA (TEA)

PC Beet Slaw, $2.50, pc.ca.

LIGHTENing UP

eyebrow envy

Incorporating nutritious desserts into your repertoire can make your healthy diet more achievable and sustainable. canadianliving.com/healthydesserts

Microblading 101: Learn everything you need to know about this trendy semipermanent makeup. canadianliving.com/microblading

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AGAINST THE GRAIN

WILL YOU MARINATE ME?

Gluten-free doesn’t necessarily mean healthy. Here’s what to consider before breaking up with gluten. canadianliving.com/glutenfreediet

Now that barbecues are ablaze, our 10 best marinades will ensure that you never serve boring chicken again. canadianliving.com/chickenmarinades

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READY TO GET YOUR FEASTIVAL ON? START WITH THESE SURVIVAL TIPS: Stay hydrated. While nothing beats water, try iced tea. Fill a water bottle with fresh fruit and a tea bag. Reﬁll it all day long! Comfort is key. Wear comfy shoes. Everyone agrees there’s nothing sexy about heels stuck in the ground. It’s OK to wear runners. Shoes, $150, sportchek.ca.

Pack extra fuel. A handful of almonds, dates or homemade energy balls will give you a power boost when you need one.

Welcome to Canada’s best music and food festival.

We Chuck Hughes!

The Big Feastival mingles great music with fantastic food, craft beer and wine, plus a wide range of family activities. About six years ago, celebrity chef Jamie Oliver started The Big Feastival in the U.K. This year, the event is on home turf, and we’re excited to add Canadian Living flavour to it with our Test Kitchen staff on hand. What makes The Big Feastival different than your average music fest is that bands aren’t the only thing taking centre stage—food and drinks do, too. It’s where chefs and big-ticket musicians jam under the same roof—well, sky. This is an outdoor festival, after all, so bring your tent! Join Canada’s favourite foodies for hands-on cooking demos, or sit tableside for intimate Q&A sessions and talk all things culinary.

This is your chance to get up close and personal with (from left) Alanna Lipson, Jennifer Danter and Paul Lillakas from the Test Kitchen, along with such celebrity chefs as Montreal’s Chuck Hughes, Toronto’s Alexandra Feswick and Vancouver’s Vikram Vij. Hope to see you there! AUG. 18 TO 20, BURL’S CREEK, ORO-MEDONTE, CANADA.THEBIGFEASTIVAL.COM.

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Protect yourself from UV rays. Bring a hat and sunblock. Tip: Pack sunscreen wipes—they easily ﬁt into a purse or backpack. Reapply often! Straw hat, $20, hm.com/ca.

Stick to your schedule. Before you even get there, make a plan. With all the cooking, eating and dancing going on, it’s easy to lose track of what band is playing when or miss a chance to cook with our Test Kitchen. Setting text reminders are a great way to keep on top of things. Don’t get caught in the dark. Pack a ﬂashlight for nighttime festivities and tent ﬁnding.

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RECIPE INDEX

August 2017 APPETIZERS Asiago and Fennel Grissini With Prosciutto Cedar Plank Stuffed Mushrooms With Hazelnuts Gorgonzola-Stuffed Grilled Zucchini Rolls Grilled Antipasto Focaccia Sandwich Tortellini Tomato Bites

SALADS 86

Grilled Peach and Tomato Salad

Snap Pea Slaw

SAUCES & TOPPINGS 87 89

Chipotle Mayonnaise

Romesco Sauce

SEAFOOD BEEF Honey-Sriracha Grilled Steak

Charred Shrimp and 77

Cauliﬂower Romesco

DESSERTS

VEGETARIAN APPETIZERS, MAINS & SIDES

Balsamic Cherry and Caramelized White Chocolate Tartlets

Peach Blackberry Cheesecake Tart

Baked Chilaquiles Verde With Eggs Cedar Plank Stuffed Mushrooms With Hazelnuts Chilaquiles Rojos Gorgonzola-Stuffed Grilled Zucchini Rolls Grilled Peach and Tomato Salad Lemony Tomato Basil Pasta Snap Pea Slaw Tortellini Tomato Bites

DRINKS Basil Aperol Spritz

Rosemary Rosécco

PASTA Lemony Tomato Basil Pasta

Tortellini Tomato Bites

PORK Asiago and Fennel Grissini With Prosciutto Grilled Antipasto Focaccia Sandwich Grilled Pork and Plums With Sticky Five-Spice Sauce Sheet Pan Peach, Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza

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= Vegetarian

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TWO-BITE C H E R RY TA R T L E T S Some of the sweetest cherries in the world come from Canadian trees. Celebrate summer by baking with homegrown cherries, while keeping the fruit in its raw, perfectly ripe form. BY PAUL LILLAKAS & THE TEST KITCHEN

BALSAM IC C H ERRY AN D CARAMELIZED WHITE C H O C O L AT E TA R T L E T S Hands-on time: 30 minutes Total time: 1 hour Makes: 32 tartlets

Baking white chocolate causes the sugar to caramelize, which elevates its rich toffee flavour. Finished with a tart cherry balsamic reduction, this dessert is seriously satisfying. 2 ¾ cup 1 2 cups 2 tbsp 2 tbsp

sheets (450 g pkg) frozen butter puff pastry, thawed white chocolate chips egg, lightly beaten pitted sweet cherries, quartered granulated sugar balsamic vinegar

mint leaves, torn

On lightly floured work surface, unroll each sheet of pastry; cut each into 16 squares. Press 1 square into bottom and up side of each of 32 mini muffin tin wells. (Tip: If you have only 1 mini muffin tin, work in batches.) Spoon 1 heaping tsp white chocolate chips into each well. Brush

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edges of pastry with egg. Bake in 375°F oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool completely. Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine cherries, sugar and vinegar. Let stand until cherry mixture is syrupy, about 20 minutes. Strain through fine-mesh sieve into large saucepan; reserve cherries. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened (syrup will continue to thicken as it cools).

Spoon 1 tbsp cherries into each tart shell. Drizzle with syrup; garnish with mint. PER TARTLET: about 90 cal, 2 g pro, 5 g total fat (3 g sat. fat), 10 g carb (1 g dietary fibre, 5 g sugar), 7 mg chol, 49 mg sodium, 31 mg potassium. % RDI: 1% calcium, 3% iron, 2% vit A.

When working with puff pastry, it’s important to keep it cold. Store the second sheet in the fridge while rolling and cutting the ﬁrst one.

PHOTOGRAPHY, ANGUS FERGUSSON. FOOD STYLING, MICHAEL ELLIOTT/JUDYINC.COM. PROP STYLING, MADELEINE JOHARI

Garnish with white chocolate shavings for added sweetness.

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