Design Your Home - Fall 2019

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Fall • Winter 2019

Western Manitoba

Life Lease Lifestyle Town of Neepawa

Parade of Homes

Western Manitoba Design Your Home magazine is a Brandon, MB based company created to promote and feature all the great trades in our local area. With the limited amount of media in Brandon and area, this magazine will assist you and your company with great exposure.

Design Your Home magazine will help local companies feature their business and the special work they do.

Design Your Home magazine will focus on the home and proper ty. Each issue you may see ar ticles on Home and Building, Real Estate, Design and Decorating, Landscaping, and a special featured Home and Business.

Why feature in Design Your Home:

• Local Home Magazine • 13,000 Magazines published each issue • Published 2x per year: Spring • Summer, Fall • Winter • Timeless, often kept and referred to again and again • We have articles that feature tips and advice from home owners and experts Contact us at: Email: dyh@designyourhome.ca Phone: (204) 573-0152 View Us at: Website: www.designyourhome.ca

Contents

18

Welcome Home

12

In Every Issue

4 . . . . . . . . Letter from Editor 5 . . . . . . . . Town of Neepawa 14 . . . . . . . Feature Business: Westman Premier Homes 26 . . . . . . . Did You Know?

Home Improvements 16 . . . . . . . Electrical Home Renovation 17 . . . . . . . Windsor Plywood 22 . . . . . . . Sunspace Sunroom

Life Lease Lifestyle

20

Home Sweet Childhood Home

Lifestyle 8 . . . . . . . . Parade of Homes 12 . . . . . . . Life Lease Lifestyle 24 . . . . . . . Wine Advice: Dine In, Dine Out

Design & Decorative

20. . . . . . . Home Sweet Childhood Home 18 . . . . . . . Welcome Home

Disclaimer Reasonable care is taken to ensure that Design Your Home Magazine ar ticles and other information on the web site are up-to-date and accurate as possible, as of the time of publication, but no responsibility can be taken by Design Your Home magazine for any errors or omissions contained herein. Fur thermore, responsibility for any losses, damages or distress resulting from adherence to any information made available through Design Your Home magazine or website is not the responsibility of Design Your Home magazine. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of Design Your Home magazine.

All interior and exterior home improvements/repairs should be consulted by a professional, prior to the star t of the project.

Adver tisements and the content, including photos, of adver tisements published within Design Your Home magazine are solely by the adver tiser. Design Your Home magazine does not accept responsibility for opinions expressed in adver tisements for copyright issues with regards to photo, adver tising, copy and adver tisement, nor shall they find liable thereby.

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Letter from the Editor

A picture is worth a thousand words…

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ictures are impor tant to me and it seems like they are becoming a lost ar t.

Thanks to this magazine, we tend to get family pictures taken more than the norm. I am so thankful for that and the amazing photographers we have worked with along the way. As I picked our picture for this issue, I stumbled across a file of pictures of my father who passed a few years ago. Scrolling through and reminiscing with my daughter really warmed our hear ts. If it wasn’t for those pictures, we wouldn’t be able to go back and look at snapshots from many special events over the years.

As much as we are taking millions of pictures with our phones, what are we doing with them? I make sure I download images from our phones and camera and put them in yearly files. What I love to do is make photo books of our holidays or special occasions. I always order 2 photo books and give one to our daughter to keep.

Printing pictures to frame or on canvass is another thing I like to do with our pictures. Having pictures hung around

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your home, really warms it and gives you a daily reminder of a special day or activity you did. Decorating your home with images and souvenirs from a holiday is really special and tells a lot about who you are.

Fall is my favourite time of the year to take family pictures.

As much as I like to take relaxed family photos outside, also consider more intimate pictures inside your home.

When I was little, family pictures was going to the studio and posing with your loved ones in front of a back drop.

There are so many options now! I love casual images of our family just walking down a park path or having a conversation on a bench, or while sitting in the grass.

These images reflect who we are and gives a very natural reflection of your interactions with your family.

What are you doing with your pictures? Don’t just leave them sitting there on your camera or store them on the cloud, only to flip back to. Print them off, create a photo wall in your home, print images of loved ones we lost.

There is nothing more nostalgic!

Jaime-Lynn Dyck Design Your Home

Town of Neepawa

Artilcle contributions made by Wanda Kurchaba and Neepawatourism.ca Photos Submitted

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eepawa residents share a sense of pride in their community. The community, which has been identified on more than one occasion as the most beautiful town in Manitoba, developed a new Neepawa Tourism committee to tell their story.

Neepawa; Where stories take a beautiful turn.

This tag line was given to the community of Neepawa “Largely because of our physical location, right along the Yellowhead Highway, we’re a busy drive-through community. Our committee decided that we needed to capitalize on that and encourage those who are

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Bird Sanctuary, the Lily Nook, our beautiful, well-maintained golf course, the Ar ts Forward Cultural Centre and the Beautiful Plains Museum to name a few,” said Eoin.

The Margaret Lawrence Home is a great place for History Buffs and Literary Lovers, it is a must see! One of Manitoba’s Star Attractions and now a Provincial Heritage Site and Level 2 Museum, the turn of the century house is the childhood home and living memorial to the worldrenowned author Margaret Lawrence.

driving through to maybe take a few minutes, an hour or even a few hour s to stop in Neepawa for a visit,” said Eoin Devereux, committee chair. “The intent is to share the message that whatever your vacation story is, hopefully, it includes time here.”

“Our ideas grew from one of our main attractions, the Margaret Lawrence Home, but it was soon realized that we have a lot of unique interests to draw people to our community. There’s Farmery Estate Brewery, the Neepawa

480 - PTH # 5, Neepawa, MB

The Farmery Estate Brewery believes in adding value to the crops they grow on their family farm as well as to their community, by investing in where they live. For Farmery, local is a way of life, not a fad or a trend. Enjoy a flight of their latest brews after a tour of the Farmery Estate Brewery and Hop Yard. Experience first hand where Farmery’s beer and ingredients are grown and produced. In the summer look forward to Farmery’s Food Truck which serves homemade beer battered fish & chips, fish tacos and finger-licking smoked ribs and pulled pork. The first Canadian brewery that grows their ingredients for their beer, Farmery Estate Brewery is “As Homegrown As It Gets!”

The Bird Sanctuary has become a popular destination.

Nestled on the south end of town by Park Lake, the sanctuary is home to emu’s, pheasants, peacocks, ducks, geese, rabbits and other animals. The facility is operated by volunteers with the purpose to provide the birds with a facility that advocates the conservation of various species of birds in their natural habitats while promoting survival and rehabilitation.

r u o T e m Co Canada’s Original Estate Brewery!

To book your tour, visit FARMERY.CA or call 204.777.0909

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On a landscaped six-acre plot, the Lily Nook has over 1,500 named varieties of lilies growing, spanning all nine divisions of the genus lilium. Their annual catalogues offer 150 varieties with 136 colour pictures. Bulbs are shipped throughout the world both spring and fall. Their unending quest is to offer many more exotic blossoms for those who have discovered the excitement and pleasure their beauty can bring.

The Neepawa Golf and Country Club is situated along the escarpment of the Whitemud River. Their beautifully groomed course is challenging yet responsive and fair for all calibers of golf. The well-established trees and breathtaking terrain are enhanced by the winding river and prairie landscape. Or try out Disc Golf at the Lions Campground!

Neepawa Tourism now has a website, Face Book page, promotional print material, as well as new merchandise (t-shir ts, ball caps, etc. ) that were released earlier this summer. They are currently fundraising so that by next summer they will have new signage in place to fur ther promote the community and all the wonderful things that it has to offer. Visit Neepawatourism.ca for fur ther information on these attractions.

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PARADE of HOMES Lanny McInnes, President and CEO of the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association

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rom September 7th to 29th, Manitoba’s best home builders will begin a three week showcase of over 130 new show homes during the Manitoba Home Builders’ Association’s 2019 Fall Parade of Homes.

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During the Fall Parade, Manitobans will have the chance to see the newest trends in home building design and the latest fashions in home decorating. For those looking at buying a new home, the Parade is the perfect way to see the best in today’s new housing market. This year’s Fall parade will again feature show homes in the newest communities and neighborhoods in and just outside of the city of Winnipeg, Brandon, La Salle, Niver ville, St. Adolphe, Stonewall, Headingley, Oak Bluff, East St. Paul, and West St. Paul. We are also ver y excited to feature 2 new communities – Selkirk and Grande Pointe Meadows – featured in this Fall’s Parade of Homes.

Finding out

which community has the right set of amenities and ser vices that best fit your family can be just as impor tant as finding which new home design is the right one for you. Taking in the Fall Parade of Homes is a great way to explore these wonderful new communities and neighborhoods across Manitoba.

Image: Parade Homes Twitter Account

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The MHBA Parade of Homes is also a great way for those

information on each of our Parade show homes. There

who may not yet be in the market to buy a new home to

you’ll find more details on your favorite show homes and

see what is new and exciting in-home décor, technology,

connect you with MHBA’s builder members.

finishings and fixtures. Many people who visit the Parade

You never know. You could just fall in love with one of the

show homes are curious to see what the hottest trends in home decorating are, or they are looking for ideas for a renovation to their existing home. Kitchens, bathrooms and the latest technology in the show homes are always a huge draw for people attending the Parade of Homes.

We are very happy to have 3 beautiful Brandon show

homes you see or a neighbourhood you visit and decide that a new home is right for you.

Fall Parade of Homes hours in Brandon are Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday 12 noon to 6:00 pm. The MHBA Fall Parade of Homes runs from September 7th to September 29th, 2019.

homes featured in this Fall’s Parade of Homes. J&G Homes has 2 entries in this Fall’s Parade, 18 Derlago Drive in Bellafield and 1 Ingstad Way in Southridge. R&M Homes is presenting 3 Marsh Crescent in Brookwood. These

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home designs made available by Brandon’s best builders.

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FALL PARADE OF HOMES SEPTEMBER 7th - 29th, 2019

3 Marsh Crescent The prestigious Brookwood neighbourhood is the setting for this modern bi-level. With 2,438 sq. ft. of finished area, this 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home features an openconcept main floor complete with large kitchen, spacious dining room and sun-filled living room. The large master suite is complemented with an ensuite showcasing a beautifully tiled shower and spacious walk-in closet. The fully finished basement features a gorgeous rec room area complete with a fireplace feature wall and dry bar. This home dazzles from top to bottom!

J&G HOMES: 18 Derlago Drive in Bellafield 1 Ingstad Way in Southridge.

R&M HOME: 3 Marsh Crescent in Brookwood.

HOURS: Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday 12 noon to 6:00 pm.

Friday (By Appt. Only)

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1 Ingstad Way

18 Derlago Drive

Located on a corner lot in Brandon’s Southridge development, this modern craftsman-style home stands out with it’s crisp white exterior and black accents. This 1,142 sq.ft bi-level features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

On the main floor, you are welcomed with an openconcept living space offering 9-foot ceilings and a bold wall of rustic black shiplap and a large fireplace. The master bedroom is complete with a walk-in closet and ensuite.

With tiled showers and a beautiful herringbone patterned floors, this luxurious home is a must see!

Located in Brandon’s beautiful Bellafield development, this 1,262 sq. ft. bi-level offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

From it’s craftsman-inspired exterior complemented by wood grain accents and rustic culture stone, it’s sure to catch your eye! Once inside, you are greeted with an open railing staircase design that leads you to the open-concept living space. The large kitchen located at the rear of the home features quar tz counter tops complete with an island for additional seating. From 9-foot ceilings, tiled showers featured in both bathrooms and large windows throughout, this house is sure to make you feel right at home.

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Life Lease

Lifestyle Article Submitted by Vionell Holdings

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eople have often heard about a life lease community; however, they don’t often know how they work and why people would choose a life lease community over a condo or traditional apar tment.

A life lease community is a rental arrangement where a tenant makes a cash contribution called an entrance fee, these fees can range from as low as $10,000 to $200,000; when the tenancy ends, the cash contribution is returned to the tenant (or to the estate in the event of death).

The entrance fee is held in trust by a trust company, as the project reaches full occupancy; a Landlord can use the equity to fund construction. The Landlord must keep a cer tain number of deposits with the trust company as a float to repay tenants moving out in the future in case

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a new tenant cannot be immediately found to take the vacant unit.

While the tenant has put equity into the community, they still pay a monthly rental amount that is less than it would be in a traditional rental community. This monthly rent covers the maintenance costs, proper ty taxes, water and other common area costs for the community.

In times of proper ty appreciation, one might ask why someone wouldn’t buy a condo instead of choosing a life lease community. The most common answer to this is while life lease holders do not gain equity in times of proper ty appreciation, they do not have to worry about selling their unit in a down market and can be free and clear of their life lease commitment with 90 days notice, rather than risking selling their condo in a down market should their lifestyle or health change.

What are some other benefits of Life Lease Communities?

Tenants find they are par t of a community of likeminded people with common interests and of similar age and values.

The entrance fee generally allows for tenants who care for the proper ty and take pride in the appearance of their community.

Although the entrance fee is not earning interest, the contribution itself helps by saving monthly rent, as a por tion of the equity required for the project is funded by the life lease holders.

Brandon’s newest life lease community is being built on the North Hill just east of Grand Valley Church. The Summit will feature two 18 suite buildings with underground parking.

The first building is complete and available for viewing.

First Building Complete!

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Contact us today to view!

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Feature Business: Westman Premier Homes Photos Submitted

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he name couldn’t describe this company any better…

Westman Premier Homes (WPH). This premier company has been building homes around Western Manitoba for over 10 years now. Founded by Matt Bootsman, WPH has grown and has many par tners helping run this every evolving company.

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Star ting as a builder, WPH has created quality homes for its customers since the beginning.

They work hand in hand with their customers from the design of their custom home, right until the keys are handed over. Their transparent estimates give customers peace of mind. That’s why it made sense for them to create their Restoration and Renovation division, explains Scott Bromley, General Manager and Par tner.

From working with insurance providers to doing clean up, WPH is right there with their customers along the way.

new furnace or hot water tank installed, maintenance throughout

the

home or to getting their home more energy efficient.

Westman

Premier

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Builder. To become a Cer tified Master With their professional red seal trades on staff, you are in good hands after you have experienced damage, flooding or a fire. As well, no one is better to sit down with and go over a renovation project you have in mind for your home.

They will walk you though the design, the demolition, to the finished project. Their years of experience and training shine through in their work.

Since WPH has quality trained staff, their latest divisions only made sense. Electrical Services and Plumbing and Heating are the latest segments to join Westman Premier Homes group. No job is too big or too small, from handyman services all the way to wiring your entire home. Do you

Builder, you must be a Cer tified Housing Professional

first

and have employed a senior decision maker for a minimum of 5 years. The program ensures ongoing commitment to fur thering education by instilling those involved to complete required coursed plus electives. To maintain your designation, they must continue to complete a minimum number of hours to professional development annually. This proves their commitment to their trade and ensures their customers the confidence in hiring them to build their home.

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Electrical Home Renovation:

Overload Warning Signs

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odern technology may be placing an enormous burden on your home’s electrical system. If you live in an older home, chances are your electrical system wasn’t designed to handle the demands of computers, dishwashers, microwave ovens and other energy-draining modern conveniences.

If you are planning to renovate or install a home office, make sure you upgrade your electrical system while you’re at it.

• You use many extension cords • Major appliances, such as the fridge, freezer, roomsize air conditioner, dishwasher, washer and dryer, and furnace, are not on their own circuits.

• In the laundry room, make sure laundry room appliances are properly grounded and are plugged into outlets with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).

An overloaded electrical circuit is a dangerous thing.

Play it safe and have your wiring checked by a qualified professional. DYH

Residential / Commercial Service If you have these warning signs, experts say your system probably can’t handle the load: • Lights flicker when an appliance is turned on.

• Circuit breakers trip or fuses blow repeatedly for no reason.

• Appliances are not operating at full power.

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Take a Walk Through Our Woods

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Their staff are trained to help customers with every step of their project – big or small! From the moment you enter the store, to helping carry out your bundles, answering any questions you have and finding the right product that fits your needs, they are the exper ts you need to know!

Their store specializes in hard to source interior and exterior home finishing products including flooring, live

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Welcome Home!

T

his is not your cookie cutter home!

From the

moment you walk into

3 Goldenrod Drive, it feels like home.

The design, the layout, the finishes; have all been meticulously thought out by the builder, R&M Homes.

This slab-on-grade home is perfect for someone looking for their first home, not wanting to invest in a full basement that may never get used, but yet has everything you would want including 9-foot ceilings and main floor laundry. Or, are you looking to retire

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and downsize, and find that final home in the perfect neighbourhood? Look no fur ther!

Completely finished, this 1364 sq ft home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The large master suite is complete with a custom tiled shower and walk in closet with storage. The garage entrance to the home features the main floor laundry nicely tucked away and custom cabinetry. Be ready to enter tain on the 12x12 concrete pad outside, just steps away from the dining room, while the fully fenced yard is sodded and ready for kids or pets!

All Fired Up Plumbing & HVAC-R worked with R&M Homes on this project. With a slab home, there is a lot more planning and prepping that must take place compared to other builds. This home has everything you need from central air conditioning, high-efficiency furnace and a 200amp panel. As well, heated floors throughout the home are ready to be hooked up, making this home even more energy efficient. Slab homes typically have electric heat or bulk heads that can reduce ceiling height. This slab-on-grade home was designed in mind to have a full furnace system plus central air conditioning, along with eliminating the need for bulk heads and gave the builder the option of going with 9-foot ceilings with a more open concept.

home owner wants.

The large island is perfect for when you are preparing a meal, or just pull up a stool and visit with friends.

No detail is missed!

This home is ready to be moved into, complete with 6 high end Maytag appliances.

All you need to do is unpack in your new home!

To view this home please contact Mark Bailey at 204-573-5676.

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Home Sweet Childhood Home Photos By Ashleigh Hamm Photography

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aving the oppor tunity to visit your childhood home is an incredible experience, not many can say they have done.

to it? Is it the size I remember it to be? And on top

I had the privilege of visiting my childhood home this

a kid, having bir thday par ties at the kitchen table, and

summer and it was so nostalgic to say the least. The current owners, who have lived there for 25 years, had just finished renovations to their living space and let me take a tour. I was made aware of their renovations from a family member and Jaydi Dinsdale of Timber + Lace Interior Design here in Brandon. They were nice enough to put me in contact with the owners, who opened their door to me.

of that, I got flooded with memories of walking those halls for 13 years of my life. Like many say, the rooms felt a bit smaller than my adolescent memory had but that is understandable, I was a child then. It’s funny what memories come flooding back, bath time when you were climbing the stool to get chips from the high cupboard over the stairs. The smile it put on my face to see the shed my dad built still standing in the backyard. All memories from over 25 years ago, now I can imagine the memories from the current family as they have put their own touch on their home.

I was excited to see the beautiful renovation orchestrated

by Jaydi Dinsdale on this home. They fully renovated the

When going back to see your childhood home, so many

kitchen from top to bottom. New appliances, cupboards,

things run through your mind. What has been changed

counter tops, flooring, window coverings and a fresh paint

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To ensure a seamless finish, do not skip the prep work when preparing the walls for paint. job. Most older homes have good bones and a renovation or little facelift is all they need.

A lot of work was put into prepping the walls and ceiling for the renovation. Jeannie Bos of Jeannie’s Interiors removed the textured ceiling in the kitchen and the dining room, as well as removed years of old wall paper, patterns I even remembered, and minor patching throughout. Jeannie offers free estimates, colour consultations and guidance for interior finishes to her clients. For this reno, Jaydi had designed the project and already picked out colours with the home owners. Jeannie walked through the space with the home owners to explain the process, as well as the

Brandon working with her clients every step of the way.

time required for the project.

Having the right people for the project makes a world of

Jeannie Bos has been in the painting industry for 17 years.

difference and that shone through in this renovation.

Her work consists of residential and commercial projects,

It was a delight to be able to walk through my childhood

from new builds to re-paints. She works in and around

home again, an experience I will never forget! DYH

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Sunspace Sunroom Photos and Article Submitted by Elite Sunrooms

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any of us love summer and all Mother Nature has to offer, but when the elements and bugs ruin your precious summer days and nights, wouldn’t it be nice to be sitting in the “outdoors” and still be sheltered from the rain or protected from annoying critters?

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Or, would you rather have some additional space to enter tain in? Or even have spare room for guests.

A Sunspace sunroom by Elite can give you all of that and more.

Elite Sunrooms is owned and operated by Keith Bourgeois, a carpenter for 30 years with over 15 years in the sunroom business. Aiming to provide customers with a superior product, Elite has chosen Sunspace, a Canadian owned manufacturer with a superior product. Their rooms never fail to impress our customers. From the durability

to the aesthetics, you will not find a comparable product.

The rooms are engineered for Canadian winters and are customized for each customer. With a wide range of colour options and styles of rooms, your dream project can be a reality. Consultations and estimates are free and there are never any hidden costs.

Don’t know where to star t? Keith has worked on hundreds of projects and can advise you on everything from location of the sunroom to the decor. Elite will take care of everything from obtaining the building permits to hanging the blinds in the room. All you have to do is share your vision for the project and then enjoy.

Their team is professional every step of the way, as well, workmanship and attention to detail is reflected in every room they build. Most projects are completed in a week or less so you will be able to star t enjoying it right away.

Check out their website at www.elitesunrooms.ca for reviews by customers about their dream projects.

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Wine Advice: Dine In, Dine Out

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hether at a restaurant, someone’s home or my own home, I enjoy dining. Brandon’s own Benny’s Restaurant, owned and operated by Brandonite Ben Hernandez, offers all such dining options.

All selections from the restaurant menu, which includes a wide variety of appetizers, lunch and dinner, are available not only while dining at Benny’s but also at home. Pickup and catering options have always been available but

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delivery apps, such as Dash, have opened many restaurant doors. Benny’s Restaurant has chosen Dash for the convenience of those who wish to dine at home.

Diners are increasingly cognizant of liquor consumption, being especially wary when driving. For those who wish to consume alcohol while dining there are options.

Unfinished bottles of wine can be corked and taken home, which is not only convenient but also increases wine options as diners are not limited to wines offered by the glass. When dining at home wine selection is limited only by your imagination.

When you ask Ben how long he has been immersed in the restaurant business his reply is “all my life” and his menu reflects his vast experience. Not only does he work closely alongside Red Seal chef Rodney Randall, Ben also values the input of guests and it is clientele that he turns to review the restaurants menu and provide feedback prior to finalizing the menu.

Benny’s in-house wine list offers a selection of wines to suit all tastes and food and wine pairings. White wines available by the glass are chardonnay, pinot grigio, white zinfandel and the increasingly popular moscato. Sauvignon blanc and a white blend are available by the bottle. Red wines by the glass are shiraz, malbec, and merlot, while seven red wines are available by the bottle including Chianti, cabernet sauvignon, Valpolicella, pinot noir and a red blend. Sparkling wine, Prosecco, is available in both small (200 ml) and regular 750 ml sized bottles. Por t completes the list.

Benny’s menu includes rib eye steak and braised lamb shank which is perfectly paired with cabernet sauvignon, while the best and a classic wine pairing for pan seared salmon is pinot noir. If you prefer white wine the flavour of classic carbonaro or fettucine alfredo are enhanced by chardonnay while the taste of spinach and goat cheese stuffed chicken is intensified by a refreshing glass of sauvignon blanc.

Ben and the staff are happy to assist patrons with wine selections while dining whereas for Benny’s catered events patrons can elect to have Ben make the wine choices or you can choose your own selections.

Kate Wagner Zeke, Sommelier(ISG) Certified Specialist of Wine, Certified Wine Educator(SWE) wineadviser@wcgwave.ca

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