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13 26 Make This Year the Best New Summer Organize Start for Your Children. 17 The Experts Speak
FEATURES 43 From Sea to Sea
26 FOOD 53 Sweet Chocolate 59 Coastal Meals
53 IN EVERY ISSUE 10 Editor's Letter 68 Last Look
ON THE COVER Photography by John Cullen
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Editor's Letter
School Ties This is a back-to-school tale. I’m the oldest of six. A span of 13 years separates me from my youngest sibling. I can only imagine that when it was time to send the baby of the family to kindergarten, not much prep work was done. In fact, if I’d been the mother, just getting her to school on time, properly dressed, would have been a victory. Back in the day, we started school closer to Labor Day. My youngest sister attended her first day of kindergarten the Friday before the holiday weekend—the reasoning went that the kids could get a taste of what school would be like and then rest up over the long weekend, ready to start the regular year after a three-day break. So, Little Sis attended her first day on Friday. All went well, she enjoyed the holiday weekend and then my dad woke her for school on Tuesday. Sleepily, she asked why he was waking her up, and he replied so she could get ready for school. “School?” she said. “I already did that.” Ah, if only one’s school career could be condensed into one day! But since it can’t and since we again find ourselves in August, readying our kids for another school year, we bring you our annual Backto-School Guide. This year you’ll find everything from tips on saving money when shopping to how to get a smart start to the school year and ways moms can pamper themselves during this crazy season. Here’s to a fantastic school year!
Pamela Hayford Editor In-Chief
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Make This Year the Best New Start for Your Children. By JUDY GOPPERT
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Advice The day is coming without a doubt. Before you want it to, summer sleep-ins end, the swimming pool closes, day trips to the zoo conclude. Suddenly, you are left with tears on your face, falling into your coffee cup. Your baby is in school—maybe even for the first time. You can shoo those tummy butterflies and mental anxieties away with plenty of optimistic planning and preparation. August is always an exciting time of year. Students and teachers all get a fresh start. In fact, one of the most exciting things about school is that it offers a new beginning every year. Students can reinvent themselves and become the students they want to be. Both parents and children can work together to make this year the best yet with a little regular effort toward success. “Schools have mostly moved away from traditional paper and pencil rote homework. Instead, students are encouraged to read every night. Reading, at any age, with your child is one of the strongest foundations you can build,” Kelly Bailey Eames, a Lee’s Summit Elementary sixth grade teacher, says. “Students also should practice math fact fluency nightly until they have mastered addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.” Eames also offers insight into the approach educators are taking with kids today. “Creativity and critical thinking are important to today's learner. As students work on homework and prepare for class assignments, parents should listen to their ideas and thoughts. Do not, however, be tempted to step in and do part of the work for your child,” Eames says. “There might be a few missteps as they plan and work. This is wonderful. Mistakes are embraced in today's educational climate. A growth mindset, the ability to learn from our mistakes is one of our most important characteristics today.” Whether a student is starting kindergarten, middle school, high school or college, he will face a number of common challenges. Parents of kindergartners should teach them friendship skills and how to share. Also be sure to teach them how to cooperate with other children—and make sure your child knows he will be fine while away from you. Before the first day of school, tour the school and arrange playdates with your child’s new classmates. That way, when your new scholar walks into the classroom, familiar faces will await.
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New middle schoolers and high schoolers will benefit from orientation sessions at the school. At home, try using roleplaying techniques to help your older child break the ice, such as talking about the weather or telling someone she likes her outfit. Talk about your own experiences from school years and remind your student to smile through it. Everybody is anxious! And this is a good time to remind kids how to be above bullying. A concerning 25 percent of public schools report that bullying among kids occurs almost daily, and one in five high school students reports having been bullied. Be sure you talk about it with kids and have other family members share some of their own experiences. And give them tools. For example, if lunch money or some item your child has becomes the target for a bully, nip this in the bud by packing your child’s lunch or keeping that particular item at home. Remind kids to travel with a friend around the halls and to the school bus and bathroom, where bullying can take place. And remember, speak with a counselor or school official to help mediate any problem. As for the first day of college, you and your child will be able to work through this one. Discuss body image, making good choices, becoming a leader and dealing with social pressures, such as dating, drinking and following the crowd. Focus on helping your child grow his or her talents in areas such as art, music or sports. This is the time for kids to break away and become who they are meant to be. Give them a foundation for success with a quiet study space either in their dorm room or your home. Provide a computer with an encyclopedia program, such as Encarta, and study aid software. No matter what your child’s age, get involved. Most schools have opportunities for anyone to volunteer. Whether you host a booth once a year at the school carnival or work in your child's classroom once a week, your commitment to your child's school shows kids the importance you place on their education. If you have questions or concerns, seek out the teacher early. Speak to the teacher first. Remember these professionals are working on behalf of your child and all the other children in their class. Teachers want to partner with families, and a positive partnership almost always leads to a successful school year.
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The Experts Speak By CHRISTA MELYNK HINES
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Advice As families prepare their students for the school season, educators weigh in on best practices for managing the transition back to school.
“If they are worried about making new friends, act out how to approach someone new or start a new conversation,” Gafney says.
Get into a routine. Before school starts, adjust your child’s bedtime and wake her up five to 10 minutes earlier each day leading up to the first day.
Also, ask the school counselor for ideas. “Many times, schools assign new students peer mentors the first few days of school,” Nielsen says.
Also, post a morning task chart.
Practice drop-off. Hash out transportation details with your child before school starts. If you plan to drive your child to school, do a dry run.
“By making a visual schedule, kids know what is expected and check off the pictures or word phrases as they do each one,” says school counselor Tara Walrod, NBCT, Sunrise Point Elementary, Overland Park. If your child is ready on time, offer rewards like free time before school. Plan ahead. “Try and pick a day to get school supplies or school clothes when fewer people are shopping to help enjoy the time together,” suggests Molly Gafney, fifth grade teacher, Heartland Elementary School, Overland Park. Log in to your school’s website. “Most districts post everything from PTA information to upcoming events to curriculum information and even videos and PowerPoints,” says Steve Cook, director of curriculum and instruction, Blue Springs School District. “Clicking on those links only takes a few minutes, but the information gained will be priceless.” Orient your child. Schedule a school tour with the school counselor or principal if you are new to the community or if your child has special needs, which can heighten a sense of anxiety, advises fifth grade teacher Anne Braun, Woodland Elementary, Lee’s Summit. Attend back-to-school events like sneak-a-peeks, meetand-greets and school orientations. These are “a great way for students to walk around the building, get comfortable with their surroundings and reconnect or meet new friends,” says principal Shelly Nielsen, Overland Trail Middle School, Overland Park. Discuss fears. Listen to your child’s concerns about the upcoming year. Offer strategies to help him work through them. For example, middle schoolers often worry about opening their lockers. Give your student a combination lock to practice with.
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“Make sure your child is getting out of the correct side of the car, can shut the door themselves and knows where the front door is located,” recommends Jessica Adair, school counselor, Sunset Ridge Elementary, Overland Park. Consider health matters. To help your children stay healthy throughout the year, make sure they get adequate rest and stay hydrated. “When you’re feeling sick, stay home. You want to spread love with your friends, but you don’t want to spread germs!” says school nurse Destinee Peghee, RN, BSN, MBA, Belinder Elementary, Shawnee. Most schools require kids to be fever-free for 24 hours before returning to the classroom. Encourage independence. Many parents walk their kids in on the first day of school. After that, encourage your child to walk to class on her own to help her build a sense of independence and responsibility. “We like for boys and girls to feel that sense of accomplishment and pride by successfully making their way to their classrooms on their own by the second week of school,” Walrod says. As kids approach middle school, encourage them to advocate and take responsibility for themselves. “Allow your child to be more responsible for completing homework, packing their own lunches and cleaning/organizing their backpacks,” Braun says.
Advice Celebrate the first day. Many families take photos in the same place every year. Others plan first day celebrations by visiting the ice cream counter or a favorite restaurant or picnicking with other families at a nearby playground. “I love when families have rituals around the first day of school,” says Brian Watson, principal, Tomahawk Elementary School, Shawnee. “These rituals are counted on every year to help a child relax and know that it will be a good year.” Manage through bad days. After a long day at school, your child might come home feeling irritable, tired or frustrated with a problem. “Listen and empathize. Be careful not to jump in too quickly or overreact to what is really a small problem or conflict,” Walrod advises. Instead, encourage creative problem-solving. If your child is complaining of anxiety-related tummy aches, make a plan with the school nurse or counselor. “The most important thing is to get your student in the building,” Peghee says. “Don’t let them talk you into leaving —they’ll have stomachaches for the next two months.” A daily phone check-in with you or a few minutes in the nurse’s office before school can help your child manage anxiousness, Peghee says. Connect with teachers. “Every educator wants every child to literally RUN to school because they can’t wait to be there,” Watson says. “When that isn’t the case, we want to work with you to try and figure out how we can work together to help lower your child’s anxiety and get into learning.” Share your child’s interests and hobbies to help teachers zero in on what gets your student excited about learning. Always contact your child’s teacher or principal if you need clarification on anything or to discuss any concerns.
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Organize Organize your home with pretty pastel canisters Use spring cleaning as an excuse to inject a whole lot of beauty into your home. From modern pastel canisters like these organic-shaped ones to crisp, boldly coloured boxes or nubbly woven baskets, now’s the time to create a clutter-free space without compromising on style. Get this look: Kahler Mano storage jars, from $62, Shophorne.com.
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Go for the green In the summertime, remove heavy rugs and enjoy bare floors. Use greenery instead of flowers for a fresh yet casual feel. 26
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Summer Organize 10 fresh decorating ideas to do this summer From the bedroom to the living room, here's how to create that relaxing, breezy vibe evocative of the season.
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Instant party Summer entertaining means keeping it easy-breezy. Bunches of flowers in galvanized metal containers, hurricane lanterns and a full ice bucket are all you need.
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Cottage feel Create a cottagey entranceway with items that have a country feel; DIY artwork perfectly complements treasures like pitchers, bottles, sailboats and an old-school fan.
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A sweet spot If your backyard deck isn’t big enough for a table and chairs, move them onto the grass. Add a flower box to the fence to bring in a touch of colour and personality.
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Brighten up your space Whitewashed tongue-and-groove paneling gives this room a fresh, clean feel. Throw pillows in citrus shades add to the summery mood.
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The perfect pair White paired with wood looks fresh and clean – perfect for summer living. Add a throw pillow with a splash of colour and a bouquet of flowers for interest.
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Think nautical Easy striped slipcovers and a striped flat-weave rug give this room a relaxed nautical feel. The quiet star of the room is a white paneled cabinet that provides an abundance of storage.
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Breezy colour scheme Pale blues and grays recall relaxed coastal décor. An ikat-patterned slipcover chair adds more interest to the room.
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Set the mood Take advantage of hot summer nights with overhead patio lanterns, and graphically printed napkins and placemats for outdoor dining.
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Switch out dark for white Get white slipcovers for summer. You can always bleach them, and they’ll double the lifespan of your sofa.
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Celebrating Canada Day this year to bring us together and share our pride in being Canadian. Family Life ‐ July/August 2018
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From Sea to Sea Alberta's spectacular Bow Valley has it all: awe-inspiring landscape, top-notch eateries, luxurious spas and quaint, friendly towns. There's no better place to take it all in than from behind the wheel
Travel Alberta It's not just the stunning views of the Rockies or the pristine turquoise lakes that will take your breath away on the winding mountain roads of the Bow Valley. This rugged, gorgeous area just west of Calgary is also home to charming small towns, award-winning dining, breweries for all tastes and adventures to thrill even the most daring. But if having a facial is as active as you get on vacation, there are plenty of spas, yoga studios and cafés to nestle in, too. As for getting to this high-altitude nirvana, it's simple: Jump on Highway 1 from Calgary and head west. If you're here for the Stampede's centennial celebrations, this is the perfect road trip to let the fresh air whistle away any cobwebs left over from the hoedown and take in Alberta's striking scenery. You'll know you've arrived when the mountains—which seem like a distant painting at first—suddenly rise up to greet you.
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Day 1: Canmore This low-key town in the midst of the Rockies is almost an hour west of Calgary and a great place to escape for a hike, if you're feeling energetic, or some delicious food and people-watching, if you feel like relaxing.
Eat: Canmore has a "cosmopolitan, small-town vibe," says chef Jan Hrabec, as doses her chic restaurant, Crazyweed Kitchen. Try Jan's award-winning steamed Alaskan sablefish and chili-lemon-grass fried pork belly. Worked up a serious appetite? Go for the lamb burger. 1600 Railway Ave., Canmore, 403-609-2530. For a dinner with a mind-blowing view, snag a spot on one of two patios as The Iron Goat Pub & Grill. The restaurant is perched high above the town's centre and offers wild mountain vistas, not to mention gluten-free fare. The Alberta-game meat loaf is pretty awesome. 703 Benchlands Trail, 403-609-0222.
Drink: For an authentic taste of the Rockies, grab a beer on the patio at The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company. Its three flagship beers—Powder Hound Pilsner, Grumpy Bear Honey Wheat and Rutting Elk Red—are famous round these parts. If beer's not really your thing, ease into it with a fruity glass of Beaver Tail Raspberry Ale. 622 Main St., 403-678-9983.
Shop: Stop in at the Rocky Mountain Soap Company to pick up its coveted handmade moisturizers, lip butters, soaps and more. Karina Birch and Cam Baty, the Canmore couple who started the company, believe in creating 100-percentnatural, good-for-you products. 820 Main St., Canmore. Peruse the artwork at The Avens Gallery, which carries paintings, photography, sculptures and more from local and regional artists. Room in your trunk? Furniture maker Jeff Greenup's Bolivian-rosewood Tulip Table is exquisite. 104 - 709 Main St.
Sleep: Set up camp at Paintbox Lodge, a lovely boutique hotel owned by Sara Renner, an Olympic medallist in cross-country skiing, and Thomas Grandi, a World Cup champion in alpine skiing. The downtown haven prides itself on featuring all things local, from the coffee and mugs to photographs by Canmore visionary Craig Richards. Hop on one of the hotel's bikes to cruise around town, stop in for a free yoga class at a nearby studio, or sign up for a cooking class with the hotel's principle chef. Speaking of food, the homemade granola—served as part of the complimentary breakfast—is divine. 629 10th St., 403-609-0482.
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Day 2: Banff Drive through Banff National Park's gates and enter a mountain paradise. With its many restaurants and adventurous activities, there's something for everyone in this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Eat: Start the day at Wild Flour, where locals pop in for freshly baked breads, frittata sandwiches and coffee. Watch the bakers do their thing while you sip your java and read the paper. 101 - 211 Bear St., Bison Courtyard, 403-760-5074. After dinner—or at any time of day, really—get your sweet fix at The Fudgery, which offers oodles of homemade fudge, truffles and treats. The milk chocolate bearpaws are legendary. 215 Banff Ave., 403-762-3003.
Sleep: Stay in the heart of Banff's action at The Fox Hotel & Suites, an affordable spot that's within walking distance of the best restaurants and pubs. The rooms are cozy—the animal-inspired wallpaper is fantastic—and there's a cave-like hot tub in the hotel. 461 Banff Ave., 403-760-8500.
Play: Go up, up and away as you ride the Banff Gondola, a stunning eight-minute journey that delivers you to a peak some 7,500 feet high. Grab a seat in the restaurant at the top or wander the kilometre-long boardwalk trail; either way, you'll never forget the experience. Located at the base of Sulphur Mountain, at the end of Mountain Avenue, 403-762-2523. When you come back down, meander across the parking lot to the Banff Upper Hot Springs, an outdoor pool filled with warm, natural mineral water. It's the perfect place to relax after a stressful day of, um, eating and drinking. Squeeze in a massage at the springs' spa while you're at it. 403-762-1515.
Known as the "castle of the Rockies," The Fairmont Banff Springs is a luxe hotel with a killer spa, golf course and majestic ballrooms. Have a drink at one of the hotel's lounges and soak in the magnificence, or take a raft tour and float lazily down the Bow River, where you're more than likely to spot one of the Rockies' big five: deer, elk, moose, wolf and bear. 405 Spray Ave.
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Day 3: Lake Louise A quiet hamlet west of Banff, Lake Louise is small and serene. And the lake won't disappoint—it's as picture-perfect as the postcards.
Do: A must-see when visiting Lake Louise is, of course, the turquoise lake itself: Its otherworldly blue comes from the limestone silt deposited by the glaciers. You can opt for any activity here, from snapping photos to working up a sweat on one of the many trails. A hike worth lacing your boots for: the trail up to the family-run Lake Agnes Tea House, where you can dine on soup, sandwiches and tea before heading back down.
Sleep: Rest your head and body at the Post Hotel & Spa, the ultimate in upscale pampering. With a cellar that boasts more than 2,200 unique wines, a spa to relieve weary legs and rooms filled with Aveda products, you won't want for a thing. 200 Pipestone Rd.
Equally stunning is Moraine Lake. Rent a canoe and paddle the crystal-clear waters, walk the lakeside trail in less than an hour, or tackle a steeper hike.
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Food Chocolate Cravings
Have a chocolate craving? These recipes should help. Photo, Erik Putz
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Sweet Chocolate
Homemade chocolate pudding
Have a chocolate craving? These recipes should help. Photo, Erik Putz
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Doublechocolate brownie cookies
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Chocolatealmond cretzels
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Chocolatealmond cretzels
Double-chocolate brownie cookie
Chocolate pudding
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1 450-g pkg frozen butter puff pastry , thawed 1 egg mini chocolate chips 2/3 cup chopped milk chocolate 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
2 eggs , at room temperature 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 3/4 cup chopped dark chocolate 1/3 cup unsalted butter , cubed 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking powder flaked sea salt
3 cups 3.25% milk , divided 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 tsp salt 1 cup finely chopped dark chocolate 4 egg yolks 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa 1/4 cup cornstarch 2 tsp vanilla extract
1. Preheat oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment. Unroll puff pastry on a cutting board and cut crosswise into 8 even strips. Beat egg with water in a bowl, then brush over 4 of the strips. Sprinkle 1 tbsp mini chocolate chips down centre of brushed strips. Cover with remaining strips, pressing down. Twist each into a 14-in.-long rope. Form into heart-shaped pretzels, pinching bottoms to create a point on prepared sheet. Repeat with remaining puff pastry sheet, then brush with more egg wash. 2. Bake until golden, about 20 min. Let cool slightly, 5 min. Microwave milk chocolate in a microwavesafe bowl, stirring halfway, 30 to 60 sec. Drizzle cretzels with chocolate and sprinkle with almonds. Let cool completely. Dust with icing sugar and drizzle with more chocolate.
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1. Preheat oven to 350F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment. 2. Whisk eggs and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer on medium-high until tripled in volume, 10 to 12 min. Whisk in vanilla. 3. Melt both chocolates and butter in a large heatproof bowl set over 1 in. of simmering water in a large pot, stirring until smooth, 2 to 3 min. Remove from heat. 4. Whisk flour, cocoa, salt and baking powder in a small bowl. 5. Gently fold one-third of egg mixture into the chocolate until no streaks remain. Fold in remaining egg mixture. Sift flour mixture over chocolate and gently fold until smooth. 6. Scoop 1-tbsp portions onto prepared sheets, spaced 1 in. apart. Bake until cookies are puffy and cracked on top, 9 to 10 min. Sprinkle with sea salt and let cool on sheet for 2 min before transferring to a rack. Repeat with remaining batter.
1. Heat 2 ½ cups milk, sugar and salt in a saucepan set over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves and bubbles start to form around the sides of the pan, about 5 min. Add chocolate and stir constantly until chocolate is melted, 4 min. Remove from heat. 2. Whisk yolks, cocoa, cornstarch and remaining ½ cup milk in a medium bowl. Whisk constantly while quickly adding one-third of hot chocolate mixture. Pour mixture back into the pot and set over medium. 3. Whisking constantly, bring the pudding to a gentle boil and continue to stir until it thickens, 1 to 2 min. Stir in vanilla. Transfer to a large shallow bowl. Place plastic wrap directly onto pudding to prevent skin forming and refrigerate until set, about 3 hours. Remove plastic wrap and gently stir pudding before serving in ramekins.
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COASTAL MEALS A crowd-pleasing menu for your warm weather gathering – and a prep plan that will make hosting it a cinch
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Green salad with bacon and dates
Baby red potato salad
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Flank steak with tomatoes and basil
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Cedar-plank salmon
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Vanilla cake with summer fruit
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Baby red potato salad
Flank steak with tomatoes and basil PREP TIME:10 MINS TOTAL TIME:35 MINS
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2 flank steaks, each about 1.5 kg 3 tsp olive oil, plus more for garlic 1 tsp salt 6 heads garlic 500 g cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup basil leaves
2.5 kg baby red-skinned potatoes 1/2 cup red-wine vinegar 1/2 cup grainy Dijon mustard 2 shallots, finely chopped 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 cup finely chopped parsley
1. Place potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Cover and bring to a boil. Uncover and cook until tender, 17 to 20 min. Drain. When cool enough to handle, cut in half and place in a very large bowl. 2. Whisk vinegar with Dijon, shallots and salt. Whisk in oil. Add half of this vinaigrette to warm potatoes. Stir to coat. Cool potatoes to room temperature. Just before serving, stir in remaining vinaigrette and parsley. Serves 12
Green salad with bacon and dates PREP TIME:15 MINS TOTAL TIME:20 MINS
1. Preheat barbecue to medium-high. Coat steaks with 2 tsp oil, then sprinkle with pepper and 1/2 tsp salt. Slice off and discard top third of each head of garlic, leaving garlic unpeeled. Lightly coat exposed tops with a bit of oil. Wrap each head in foil. 2. Barbecue garlic until soft when squeezed with tongs, about 20 min. Place tomatoes in a medium bowl and sprinkle with pepper and remaining oil and salt. Squeeze garlic from its papery skin over tomatoes. Stir to mix. 3. Oil grill. Barbecue steaks, covered, 4 to 6 min per side for medium-rare. When steak is done, let stand 5 min, then thinly slice across the grain. Place on a platter. Top steak slices with tomato mixture and basil leaves. Serves 12.
8 strips bacon 1/4 cup orange juice 4 tsp white-wine vinegar 1/2 tsp granulated sugar 3 tbsp olive oil 6 Medjool dates, pitted 1 head red-leaf lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces, about 6 cups 8 cups mixed greens
1. Cook bacon in a large frying pan over medium until crisp, about 10 min. Pat with paper towels, then coarsely crumble. 2. Whisk orange juice with vinegar and sugar. Whisk in oil. Chop dates, then toss with bacon, lettuce and greens. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing and toss to mix. Serves 12.
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Cedar-plank salmon
Vanilla cake with summer fruit
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2 untreated cedar planks (about 12 in. long) 2 750-g centre-cut, skin-on salmon fillets 3 tbsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp olive oil 1/2 tsp salt 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 very small red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup dill fronds (optional)
Cake: 4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tbsp baking powder 1 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3 eggs 1 tbsp vanilla 2 1/4 cups milk
1. Soak planks in cold water for 1 to 2 hours. Preheat barbecue to medium. Slice each salmon fillet into 6 thin portions, cutting through flesh but not through the skin. Place each fillet on a plank, skin-side down. Stir together Dijon, oil and salt in a small bowl. Brush over salmon and into the cuts. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Scatter onion overtop. 2. Grill, covered, until fillet is barely firm to the touch and white juices appear all over the sides, 20 to 25 min. Turn barbecue off and keep lid closed for 5 min. Fish should now feel firm to the touch and a knife inserted into the thickest part and held for 10 seconds should be warm. If not, close lid and let rest another 5 min. Watch plank carefully; if it catches fire, spray with water and reduce the heat to medium-low. 3. Use a wide spatula to remove fillets to a platter. Serve warm or at room temperature. Serves 12.
Icing: 3 tbsp milk 2 cups sifted icing sugar 1/2 tsp almond or coconut extract 3 160-g containers berries 2 thinly sliced peaches 1. Preheat oven to 325F. Spray a 9 x 13in. glass baking dish with cooking spray. Line bottom with parchment paper. Spray again. Stir flour with baking powder and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside. 2. Beat butter with an electric mixer on medium speed in a large bowl until creamy. Add sugar. Cream together until fluffy. Mix in eggs and vanilla. Beat well to incorporate. On low speed, add a third of the flour mixture followed by half of the milk. Repeat additions, ending with flour. Scrape into prepared pan. Smooth top gently. Bake in centre of oven until it is deep golden and a cake tester inserted into centre of cake comes out clean, 65 to 75 min. If cake becomes deep golden before it is done, cover loosely with foil. Cool on a rack 10 min, then remove from pan and cool completely, about 2 hours. 3. Whisk milk into icing sugar until smooth. Whisk in extract. Spread over cooled cake. Slice cake, then serve topped with berries and peaches. Serves 12.
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Christopher Robin August 3 Christopher Robin is leaving for boarding school, so his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood – Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Owl, and Rabbit – throw him a goodbye party. Christopher comforts Pooh and tells him that he will never forget him. When Pooh awakens the next morning and is unable to find his friends, he decides to travel through the door through which Christopher Robin is known to emerge and finds himself in London. He reunites with Christopher, who is shocked to see Pooh, but takes him back to his London home. After a night and morning of chaos, Christopher escorts Pooh back to Sussex on the next train. Courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures 68
July/August 2018 - Family Life