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Winter Planters
Holiday designs that dazzle
All Is
Bright Best in Snow
Skiing or snowboarding?
Cozy Evenings Bring back family game night
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T8N MAGAZINE
VOLUME 5 ISSUE 11 December 2018 PUBLISHER
EDITOR
Rob Lightfoot
Shauna Rudd
ART DIRECTION
Brenda Lakeman, Correna Saunders DESIGN & PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
Correna Saunders PHOTOGRAPHY
Brenda Lakeman CONTRIBUTORS
Jennie Drent, Rudy Howell, Markwell Lyon, Robert Michon, Lisa Szabo, Shima Zonneveld EDITORIAL INTERN
Lisa Szabo OFFICE MANAGER
Janice Lightfoot CONTRIBUTING AGENCIES Image page 6 © Oksancia/Adobe Stock Image page 9 © © HuHu Lin/Adobe Stock Image page 11 © nblxer/Adobe Stock Image page 30 © winvic/Adobe Stock Image page 32 © royyimzy/Adobe Stock
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Conversations 6
The Great Christmas Tree Debate
City 25
Natural beauty or perfect PVC? Like all great debates, it depends.
Arts & Culture 10 13
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Happy Holiday Cocktails
FOOD & GATHERINGS
Ham for the Holidays This year, celebrate a succulent switch-up with all the festive fixings.
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THEN & NOW St. Albert’s Members of Parliament Autonomy over who we elect as our MP has been a long time coming.
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Living 17
If you think Santa’s Workshop is wall-to-wall fun, sneak a peek at this place.
Find northern comfort in these recipes from local mixologists.
Deck the halls with 8 dazzling ideas for creating a cheerful winter planter.
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BY NOW, The ‘real’ snow has arrived, and it’s fair
to say that we’re all in the thick of it preparing for the holidays. With so much to do, browsing a magazine might not be high on your list, but we’ve got some fun stuff lined up to make the season jolly and bright. How many times have you tossed around the idea of getting a real tree or going faux? We delve into this a little bit to help you along with your decision. And just for a switch, Shauna Rudd we’ve lined up a holiday dinner spread that’s all about the ‘other’ white meat: pork. Mix up soul-warming cocktails from our friends at Central Social Hall, The Cajun House, and Delux Burger Bar. And create a festive winter planter with tips from the Wheelbarrow Gardener & Florist. But remember, in all the flurry, this is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year. Take time to celebrate it fully and spend quality time with loved ones. From all of us at T8N magazine, we wish you and your families a warm and joyful holiday.
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On the Cover A charming snow globe reminds us that all the world’s aglitter during the holidays.
Sobeys St. Albert Turn a hectic holiday into a happy one with delightfully prepared platters.
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ecember is the time of year when thoughts turn to entertaining. Families get together to trim the tree, and old friends meet to catch up on another year gone by. And let’s not forget about feasting on the best fare the season has to offer. Let Sobeys St. Albert take the stress out of hosting with ready-to-serve deli platters, gift baskets, and trays of baked goodies so you can focus on what really matters this holiday season—spending time with the people you love. Sobeys Deli Department offers cheese and meat platters themed especially for the holidays. Satisfy your guests’ appetites and their Christmas spirit with a tree-shaped platter full of sausage, cheese, and pickles. Gather with friends around a bubbling brie baker and enjoy an easy, elegant treat. Or prepare for an impromptu gathering with goodies from the frozen food aisle, and stock your freezer with tasty appetizers just waiting to be popped in the oven. It wouldn’t be the holidays without an array of sweet treats. For last-minute gatherings, stop by the Sobeys Bakery for a holiday themed cake or a tray of squares. Or for planned functions and work soirees, take advantage of Sobeys online ordering* and choose from over 60 platters of meats, cheeses, and desserts ready for pickup with just 24 hours’ notice. Sobeys St. Albert even offers gift baskets, so you can finish up your Christmas shopping the next time you stop by. Say happy holidays to your child’s teacher with a themed basket full of tea, coffee, and chocolates. Or impress the in-laws with a collection of Sobeys’ favourite treats. The holidays are a time to gather together and make memories with the people you love. With a little help from Sobeys, you can serve your guests an easy and delicious dining experience this season without sacrificing precious family time. * To order prepared charcuterie and dessert trays online, visit sobeys.com and click “Entertaining Platters.” St. Albert
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Celebrating Made Easy Check ‘good eats’ off your Christmas list with these easy ideas for holiday get-togethers. Charcuterie Board Load up a wooden cutting board or holiday tray with an assortment of savoury meats, cheeses and olives from the deli. Complete it with artisan crackers. Shrimp Ring Pick up a frozen shrimp ring from the meat department for an easy, protein-packed addition to the table. Fruit and Veggie Trays Healthy options, like fruit and veggie trays, are a staple for any gathering. Spare your hands for wrapping gifts, and let Sobeys do the chopping for you. Brie and Brie Baker Pick up some brie and a brie baker in the deli. Top the warm cheese with compote or jam, and dig in. Assorted Holiday Cookies A tray of assorted cookies from Sobeys Bakery has something for everyone—even Santa. Eggnog or Cranberry Ginger Ale A holiday gathering wouldn’t be the same without traditional eggnog. Add cranberry ginger ale to the menu for a festive, bubbly treat. This sponsored content was produced in partnership between Sobeys and T8N magazine.
Conversations
THE GREAT CHRISTMAS TREE DEBATE What’s the better choice—natural beauty or perfect PVC? Like all great debates, it depends. BY LISA SZABO 6 T8Nmagazine.com 6 T8Nmagazine.com
IT WOULDN’T BE the holidays
without a twinkling tree in the living room lighting up December’s very long evenings. But for many, brightening up the Christmas season involves a lot more decision -making than ‘who gets to put the star on top of the tree.’ Environmental consciousness, convenience, and cost all play a role in choosing between a real and artificial Christmas tree. For supporters of the real thing, Christmas trees are flocked in family tradition—like piling into the vehicle to pick out the fullest tree on the lot, and the familiar scent of freshly felled pine. Artificial trees, on the other hand, are loved for their convenience, long lifespan, and the promise of a hassle-free season. So which tree stands tallest in the great Christmas tree debate?
The Eco Angle If sustainability is on your grownup Christmas list, the nicest option might come as a surprise. While some flinch at the thought of cutting down a live tree every year, Christmas tree production in Canada has accounted for the planting of over 80 million trees in the past twenty years. “It’s very important to understand that trees are planted on tree farms. It’s agricultural land, purposely [allotted] for growing Christmas trees,” says Larry Downey, a second-generation Christmas tree grower, and President of the Canadian Christmas Tree Growers Association. “It’s just like sowing corn, or pumpkins, or strawberries that you plant in the spring and harvest in the fall.” Except that unlike corn, or pumpkins, or strawberries, a Christmas tree planted in the spring will take 12 years before it’s ready to be harvested. In those 12 years, the growing trees provide shelter for wildlife and freshen the air—with each acre of Christmas trees producing enough oxygen for 18 people per day. With approximately 70,000 acres of Christmas tree farms in BC, Quebec, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick, that’s a lot of clean air. Even the use of pesticides and
EVERGREEN ALTERNATIVES For the non-traditional, real or artificial aren’t the only options when choosing a Christmas tree. Many greenhouses and retailers market potted trees as a sustainable option for those who don’t want to see their trees go to waste. Potted (or living) trees are sold with their root ball intact. After enjoying a merry Christmas indoors, potted trees can be planted outside, where they clean the air and keep the holiday season alive all year long. Living trees do require a bit of preparation—like digging a hole big enough for the tree before the ground freezes—and they aren’t suitable for tree-lovers wanting to get an early start on decorating. “If you bring the [potted] tree inside for more than 10 days, the tree starts to activate itself because it thinks it’s spring,” Downey says, after which time it will be unlikely to survive a winter outdoors. Instead, he suggests replanting live trees after 7 days indoors, or if it’s a smaller tree, “keep it in the house all winter, and bring it outside in May.” Other options, like decorating a wooden ladder, large house plant, or a bundle of decorative twigs, will help you keep the Christmas spirit alive—without having to pick a side.
herbicides on Christmas tree farms is rare. “If there are insects, it’s only in the spring,” Downey remarks, “and 48-hour treatments are quickly destroyed by UV rays or washed away by the rain. By the time we cut the trees in the fall, there’s no more residue left.”
customers go for trees pre-lit with incandescent bulbs—which can be more easily replaced—as the options for unlit trees are about as dim as the trees themselves. “I think last year we carried two,” notes Van Dam.
Artificial trees, on the other hand, are often made from non-recyclable polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and shipped from factories in China—meaning one naughty carbon footprint. And while the material is relatively durable, the technology is usually less so, causing people to replace their artificial trees prematurely. “As far as shape and quality of the tree goes, you never hear of branches falling off,” says Jessie Van Dam, Seasonal Manager at Canadian Tire. “It’s always the lights that go first.” This is particularly an issue for trees pre-lit with LED lights, as replacement bulbs aren’t always available. Instead, Van Dam often suggests that
Cheers for Convenience What artificial trees lack in sustainability, however, they make up for in style and convenience. “You can get trees in any colour,” Van Dam explains. “You can get a black tree, a red tree, a purple tree”—and with sizes ranging from 4 to 12 feet tall, there’s a fit for every home. Shoppers low on floor space can browse slim or half-trees, which give the illusion of a full tree but sit against the wall to save space, while those who consider holiday decorating to be a second calling can dazzle with a snow-white pine or champagne-coloured faux fir. T8N December 2018 7
For Christmas decor that leans in favour of traditional, there are plenty of products available to make a fake tree seem like the real thing. Self-shaping technology in many high-quality trees preserves tension in the branches so they bounce back more easily after 11 months in storage. Even that real tree smell can be imitated with ‘Scentsicles’ or other air fresheners that make artificial trees smell authentic. So why fake it? “An artificial tree, you just set it up and let it go,” says Van Dam. Real trees require daily watering—up to four litres per day—and yearly disposal, which can be a hassle for people living in apartments or those who leave their decorations up past curbside pickup days.
Disposal Pros and Woes A Christmas tree’s final destination is another factor to consider. Homes receiving waste collection services from the City can leave their real trees on the curb in January for St. Albert’s Curbside Christmas Tree Pick-Up. Last year, over
1,500 trees were collected through the program, which chips and composts them with material from the Green Organics Cart. The composted goods are then offered back to residents through The Compost Giveaway, free of charge. Disposing of real trees does come with its own set of carbon footprints—such as gas for the trucks that pick them up and wood chippers that turn them to mulch. But after a lifetime of cleaning the air, and a final rest in garden beds across the city, their tread is comparatively light. Alternatively, most artificial trees are non-recyclable and non-biodegradable. So whether one lasts five years or 20, it’s ultimately going to end up in the landfill. There are a lot of options for residents disposing of the fake varieties, including Curbside Large Item Pickup and the Brown Garbage Cart, making it difficult for the City to keep track of how many are sent to the dump each year. But Van Dam says artificial tree sales at Canadian Tire over the past five years have been steady, suggesting old ones are likely getting kicked to the curb.
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For many holiday shoppers, choosing between real and artificial Christmas trees comes down to cost. Artificial trees are more expensive up front, but when cared for properly, can outlive their real counterparts by 10 to 20 years. Plus, notes Van Dam, with functions such as foot pedals to save the bi-nightly crawl under the tree, and a seemingly endless variety of styles and colours, artificial trees are worth the money. Those taking the plunge can expect to spend between $200 and $400 on a standard tree—more for specialty models. “It’s an investment. You’re going to use it every year, so don’t be afraid to get what you want.” By contrast, averaging between $35 and $60 a tree, real trees fit a little easier into the annual holiday budget. They do, however, come with additional costs, such as lights and a stand—both of which are commonly included when buying an artificial tree. If you don’t expect to keep a fake tree around for more than 5 to 10 years—that’s about
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how long it takes for an artificial tree to start saving you money—consider purchasing real. Although Van Dam’s Canadian Tire brings in 350–400 real trees each year and sells them all, artificial trees are their more popular holiday choice. With 40 different styles to choose from—and nearly every one on display in store—she estimates they sell 800 artificial trees a year. “With an artificial Christmas tree you get a better idea of what you’re buying,” she says, and unlike the real thing, chances of a sparse patch or broken branch are slim. Downey notes that sales for real trees aren’t slowing down either. “Definitely, we see a stronger demand in natural trees compared to 10 years ago,” he says. “People are more conscious of the environment, and there’s a trend of going back to locally grown fruit, vegetables, and Christmas trees.” Whether it’s cost, convenience, or eco-consciousness driving buyers’ choices, Van Dam notes that by the time they get to the store, most have made up their minds. “You don’t get a lot of people who come in deciding between artificial and real,” she says, “they generally already know what they want.” But whichever type ends up gleaming in your living room, the faithful demand for any kind of tree promises a Christmas season that’s sure to be merry and bright. t8n
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Arts & Culture
Happy Holiday
Cocktails Find some northern comfort in local mixology. BY MARKWELL LYON; PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRENDA LAKEMAN The delightfully frothy 'Basic' from Central Social Hall.
WHEN IT COMES to Christmas
libations, there ’s more to sip than mulled wine. As festivities pick up, now’s an ideal time to try a fun new cocktail (or three). Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party, unwinding after wrapping presents, or just dreaming of a tropical holiday on the beach, we’ve got you covered with an assortment of mixed drinks from local establishments.
Central Social Hall: Basic The pumpkin in this says Halloween, but egg (think nog), nutmeg and Frangelico sing out for Christmas. This cool drink 10 T8Nmagazine.com
combines the best of the all the year-end holidays, promising to keep your spirits high and your soul warm throughout the darker months. centralsocialhall.com 1 whole egg 1.5 oz Spicebox Pumpkin Spiced Whisky (or your favourite whisky) 0.5 oz Frangelico liqueur 1 oz pumpkin syrup 0.5 oz cold-brewed coffee ground nutmeg (garnish)
Add all ingredients to a shaker, starting with the egg in case you drop a shell in. Vigorously ‘dry shake’ (this means without ice) for 30–45 seconds to emulsify the egg. Now add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again to chill. Strain into coupe glass and garnish with nutmeg.
The Cajun House: Cajun Pickled Caesar A great drink for all seasons, the Caesar is as Canadian as maple syrup pie. (Ahem, that is if you use Clamato, otherwise it’s just a Bloody Mary). In this version, the pepperoni and pickled hot pepper spice things up even more, making it a perfect antidote for the cold. cajunhouse.net fine sea salt (for rim) 1 oz dill pickle vodka .75 oz dill pickle juice 1 tsp horseradish 6 oz Motts Clamato Extra Spicy 1 pepperoni stick, pickle, and pickled hot pepper (garnish)
Salt the rim of a tall tumbler, and add ice cubes, dill pickle vodka, dill pickle juice, horseradish and Clamato. Garnish with pepperoni, pickle, and pickled hot pepper on a skewer.
Delux Burger Bar: Dragon’s Breath Mojito The breezy, sunlit mojito might not be the first thing that winter brings to mind. But then again, there’s nothing like sweet minty citrus to help you conjure a Caribbean beach when you need it most. deluxburgerbar.com 1.5 oz Bacardi Raspberry white rum 0.5 oz Chambord liqueur 4 fresh mint leaves 2 lime wedges 0.5 oz simple syrup 1.5 oz fresh lime juice 5 frozen raspberries (or cranberries) 1 oz soda water
In a shaker glass, add the Bacardi rum, Chambord, mint leaves, and 1 lime wedge. Muddle gently until the mint is bruised. Add the simple syrup, lime juice, berries, and a handful of ice cubes, and shake 25 times. Pour into a pint glass and top with soda water. Garnish with a lime wedge. t8n
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I opened Concept Jewelry Design, in St. Albert in 2006, offering innovative artisan jewelry collections, in-house collections and jewelry design services with ‘custom’ design being the forte of the business. And having worked in the jewelry industry now for over 30 years—I’ve learned that in order to see my business succeed, I must be consistent with quality and service. I also have to be willing to embrace change and growth. The idea of expanding my offerings has been resonating with me for a while, however, what would best complement my existing artisan jewelry business? Then last Christmas, my daughter gifted me with Pure Essentials, a local brand that makes natural apothecary products. I immediately fell in love with the product line, so much so that I wanted to share it with my clients. I introduced Pure Essentials to my shop in April. Since then, I’ve added handcrafted natural soap, botanical perfume oils, balms, bath soaks, wool dryer balls, Turkish towels, and natural botanical candles. I’ve been able to source everything from Canadian artisans. We’re continuously researching and testing natural apothecary and artisan lifestyle products that we find interesting. By testing first, we can confidently recommend and offer our clients products that we know are high quality and effective. We’ll continue to introduce new products that will be just that—natural makeup, artisan knitwear, inner-beauty health potions, and more. However, we’ll never lose sight of our original passion—jewelry design! I’m driven by creativity and creative people, and I’m excited for the new changes and future growth to our business.
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• Pure Essentials: Handmade in small batches in Spruce Grove, AB, this eco-conscious brand uses natural and organic ingredients. • Hollow Tree Candles: Handcrafted in small batches within the Coastal Mountains of British Columbia. This former forester with a passion for trees, worked for years with French perfumers in Grasse, France to mix memories of the forest into scents for these premium coconut wax candles. • Tofino Turkish Towels: Designed in Tofino, BC, and hand-loomed in Turkey using premium cotton and bamboo. • Tofino Soap & Candles: Made in Tofino, BC, with local and 100% natural ingredients such as organic wild-foraged botanicals and cold-pressed coconut and olive oil. • Flore Botanical Alchemy: Wild-crafted and formulated on Vancouver Island. These luxury artisan natural perfumes, plant potions, and candles are made with locally gathered ingredients and rare, ethically-sourced oils. • Modern Vintage Concept Collection: In-house jewelry collection designed by owner Carmen Bokenfohr. Vintage-inspired styles combined with current trends to create a unique collection of vintage jewelry with a modern appeal. 120-20 Perron Street, St. Albert I 780 458 4660 I conceptjewelry.ca
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Deck the Halls Create a holiday winter planter to dazzle up your doorway. BY MARKWELL LYON AND SHAUNA RUDD PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRENDA LAKEMAN; STYLING BY VALERIE LOSETH
THE COLD REALITY in Alberta is that
we can’t enjoy our outdoor gardens with the ground frozen under several feet of snow. But winter doesn’t have to be a buzzkill for gardeners and plant lovers —‘tis the season for winter planters. With boughs of cedar, pine cones, winter berries, and cheerful bows and ornaments, a winter planter is a fun and creative project that’s easy to do. Plus, it brings colour and life to your porch or front entry, brightening up the monochromatic winter landscape. We turned to Valerie Loseth at the Wheelbarrow Gardener and Florist for inspiration and how-to on creating a winter planter that comes alive with festive foliage.
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A Few Ideas to Get You Started
1. Be Creative with Containers. Nothing says ‘wow’ like a huge classic urn at the front door spilling beautiful decorated winter greenery. No space for a large urn? No problem. Put urns at either side of your garage door instead, or try lining your steps with an assortment of small containers. Make an impression with containers that are quirky or unexpected—think watering cans or vintage crates.
2. Hang It Up. Repurpose hanging baskets from summer. A charming look is to plant winter foliage in a collection of three baskets hung in a cluster at different lengths, or hang baskets in varying colours, sizes and shapes at welcoming points around your home. 14 T8Nmagazine.com
3. Go Foliage-Free. Try stacking a pile of wrapped gift boxes on top of a garden urn, or fill it with ornaments, red willow branches, pine cones—or all of the above.
4. Let It Shine. Set your planted urn under an outdoor lantern so it glows long after the sun goes down. Or tuck twinkling fairy lights into the foliage for a touch of magic.
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Steps for Creating Your Winter Planter 1. Choose a decorative container. Consider where you want to place your planter and be sure your container will fit the space. Place a plastic container inside and fill it with floral foam. You can also cover it with chicken wire for stronger support.
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2. Fill in the back with cedar boughs. This is a good starting point to create some height. Next, insert a few boughs around the rim to cover the edges of the container. Then, start filling the centre with greens. Keep like or similar varieties together for a blocked look, or intermix foliage, branches, and other materials for a softer appearance. 3. Continue building upwards and outwards. A typical arrangement has a variety of fillers, thrillers (this is the wow factor, usually accents), and spillers (foliage or other decorative elements that drape or ‘spill’ over the edge of the container. But it’s not a hard-and-fast rule—feel free to do what feels right and let your creativity guide you. 4. Layer in some decorative accents. Polish your creation with a bow, lights, or other finishing touches. Try pine cones or colourful ornaments for a festive look, or get creative with curly willow branches. t8n
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TIP: Don’t worry about getting all of your greenery into the planter, as the leftovers can be bundled together with florist wire and other decorative elements to create a door swag.
The Wheelbarrow Gardener and Florist will hold winter planter workshops on December 1 and 13. Visit thewheelbarrowflorist.com for more on these and other events. *Steps adapted from The Wheelbarrow Gardener and Florist’s Facebook page with our thanks. T8N December 2018 15
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Food & Gatherings
Ham for the Holidays This year, celebrate a succulent switch-up with all the festive fixings. BY LISA SZABO; RECIPES & STYLING BY SHIMA ZONNEVELD PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRENDA LAKEMAN
MOVE ASIDE TURKEY—this holiday season,
ham is the main event. Cheesy potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts and creamy parsnips set the stage for a peach-glazed ham that’s a soon-to-be festive favourite.
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Peach & Ginger Slow Cooker Ham This sweet and savoury ham is easy to prepare, and frees up the oven for all the fixings. Peach and ginger mingle with zesty Dijon for a subtle sweet and spicy surprise. 8–10 lbs cooked ham, spiral-cut or shank portion
1 cup peach preserves (or apricot)
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp grated ginger
1 tsp thyme, finely chopped, plus extra sprigs for garnish
½ cup water
Combine the mustard, peach preserves, ginger, thyme and water in a small saucepan. (Tip: Peel and freeze ginger ahead of time for easy grating.) Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and cook until the glaze comes together, about 5–10 minutes. Bring the ham to room temperature and place in the slow cooker. Make sure the lid is tightly closed. If using a spiral-cut ham, pull the slices slightly apart. If using a shank portion, score the top in a cross-hatch pattern to help the glaze soak in. Pour the glaze over the ham, covering as much of the ham as possible.
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Cook the ham on low for 4–5 hours. Baste the ham with the glaze every so often until cooking time is up. Serve warm.
Potato Short Stacks The perfect sidekick. Double or triple the recipe to feed the masses, and have a few left over for Boxing Day brunch. 6 Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
½ tsp kosher salt
2 Tbsp butter, melted
½ tsp ground pepper
1 Tbsp olive oil
4 Tbsp parmesan cheese, grated and divided in half
1 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 6-cup muffin tin with cooking spray. In a bowl, toss the potatoes with the melted butter, olive oil, salt, pepper, thyme and half of the parmesan cheese (2 Tbsp) until evenly coated. Stack the potato slices into each muffin cup. Bake 1 hour, or until the potatoes are tender and golden on top. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with the remaining cheese, and pop back into the oven for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and browned. Let rest in pan for 5 minutes before serving.
Gouda Dinner Biscuits Serve these flaky-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside biscuits straight out of the oven. Just make sure you have one for everyone, because no one’s going to pass these up. 2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cold butter, grated
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 cup medium gouda, shredded
½ tsp baking soda 1 Tbsp sugar ½ tsp salt 1 tsp ground black pepper
½ cup buttermilk 1 Tbsp butter, melted course sea salt
Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place butter in the freezer for one hour. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, salt, and pepper. Grate the frozen butter into the dry mixture and mix until the butter is incorporated. Add the shredded cheese, distributing gently but evenly throughout the mixture. Add the buttermilk, and work it into the mixture using your hands. The dough should stay together when formed into a ball. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and roll out into a 1-inch thick circle. You can use a #70 round cutter to cut the dough (or an overturned short glass tumbler). Or use a knife to cut into wedges (like a pizza). Place each biscuit onto the baking sheet, brush the tops with melted butter, and sprinkle with coarse sea salt. Bake 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown. T8N December 2018 19
Roasted Tri-Colour Carrots Fresh rosemary and olive oil are staples in this savoury—and colourful—vegetable dish. 3 lbs tri-coloured carrots 3 Tbsp olive oil ½ tsp kosher salt ½ tsp ground pepper 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped 1 tsp large-flake sea salt (such as Maldon)
Preheat oven to 450ºF. In a large bowl, toss the carrots in the olive oil, salt, pepper and rosemary until evenly coated. Place carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast 20–25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and golden. Place on a serving tray and sprinkle with the finishing salt. Serve warm.
Pureed Parsnip with Thyme & Bay Leaf Naturally sweet and not-too-starchy, these pureed parsnips whip smooth enough to rival mashed potatoes. 2 lbs parsnips, peeled and chopped 4 sprigs fresh thyme, plus extra for garnish 1 bay leaf 1 ½ Tbsp butter ⅛ cup whipping cream salt and pepper to taste
Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the parsnips, thyme, and bay leaf and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the parsnips are tender. Drain and discard the thyme and bay leaf. Transfer the parsnips to a food processor. Add the butter and cream, and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with fresh chopped thyme. 20 T8Nmagazine.com
Roasted Brussels with Bacon & Toasted Hazelnuts Crispy bacon and toasted hazelnuts dress up this classic holiday vegetable with the right amount of crunch. 5–6 slices of bacon, diced 1 Tbsp olive oil 5–6 cups Brussels sprouts, shaved 1 tsp salt ½ tsp ground pepper ¾ cup chicken broth 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar ½ cup toasted hazelnuts
In a large, non-stick skillet brown the bacon in olive oil over medium-high heat. Remove the bacon from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towel. Leave the bacon fat in the pan and add the Brussels sprouts, salt, and pepper. Add the broth to deglaze the pan, and simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until all the broth has evaporated. Add the balsamic vinegar and simmer for 3–5 minutes. Adjust the salt and pepper to taste and spoon into a serving dish. Top with cooked bacon bits and toasted hazelnuts.
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Holiday Biscotti The perfect pairing for Decadent White Hot Chocolate or after-dinner coffee. These will last a few weeks in an airtight container on the counter—if they don’t get eaten first. 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour ½ Tbsp baking powder ¼ tsp salt 1 stick unsalted butter, softened ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract zest of 1 lemon 2 large eggs 2/3 cup pistachios, shelled and chopped ½ cup dried cranberries ½ cup white chocolate chips
Preheat oven to 325ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. Add the vanilla, lemon zest and eggs. Mix until well combined. Add the pistachios, cranberries, and chocolate chips. Distribute evenly, but don’t over-mix. Divide the dough into 2 equal portions, and form each into a rough ball. Take 1 portion and shape it into a log that’s about 12 inches long and 4 inches wide. Place lengthwise on the baking sheet. Repeat with the second portion of dough. Bake 15 minutes, turn the pan and bake 15 minutes more. The dough should be golden, but springs back when pressed. Remove logs from the oven and cool on the baking sheet for 20 minutes. Lower the oven temperature to 300ºF. Carefully transfer the logs to a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, cut into 1-inch slices, and place cut-side up on the baking sheet. Bake 15–20 minutes. Cool slightly, flip each piece over, and bake 15–20 minutes more. Let cool completely before removing from the pan. 22 T8Nmagazine.com
Decadent White Hot Chocolate Top with a dollop of whipping cream and sprinkle of crushed candy canes, or add a shot of espresso for a rich white chocolate latte. 3 cups milk ½ cup whipping cream
8 oz (2-3 bars) white chocolate, coarsely chopped
½ tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp vanilla bean paste
In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk and cream (be sure to remove the pan from the heat before the mixture simmers). Add the chocolate and stir until melted. Whisk in the vanilla extract and paste. Return the pan to low heat and gently warm the mixture to the desired temperature. Enjoy! t8n
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Fun and Games If you think Santa’s Workshop is wall-to-wall fun, sneak a peek at this place. BY RUDY HOWELL; PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRENDA LAKEMAN
CHRISTMASTIME MEANS FAMILY
time, and what better way is there to spend the holidays than huddled up next to the fireplace around your favourite family board game? John Engel is a man who lives for these moments, and it doesn’t take long to realize this when you walk through the doors of his business, Mission: Fun and Games. It’s very likely that at some point during your many trips up and down St. Albert Trail, you have noticed the medieval castle next to Kal Tire and wondered, what goes on in there? The thing is, there’s no one answer to that question. “Besides the amazingly handsome, generous, and modest store owner, we’re also known for our tremendous selection of board games,”
jests Engel, not to mention “the amazingly geeky staff who are all invested when it comes to games.” For starters, within these castle walls are over 7,000 unique board games and card games. The store also carries a huge selection of role-playing books and miniatures, as well as a multitude of trading card games and puzzles. Mission: Fun and Games also hosts a variety of gaming events nearly every day of the week. Since opening in 1990, Mission: Fun and Games has been owned and operated by Engel. In the beginning, the store was primarily focused on renting and selling VHS movies and video games. In 1993, Magic: The Gathering was released, and it marked the transition of Mission: Fun and Games from a movie and video game store to primarily a board game store.
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“We realized the potential for that game and got our foot in the door,” notes Engel. In 1997, he wisely decided that he didn’t like the foreseen future of the video rental store. So, he sold all of his inventory and became a full-fledged video game and miniatures store. A year later, he would move the business across the parking lot into a much larger location, where it would stay for 15 years before transitioning one last time into its current majestic location in 2012. While the newest location has proved to be a good move, it was nothing short of a miracle. “It took everything I had, and a lot that I didn’t have to get this building,” Engel says. In the end, it took a letter sent directly to the CEO of ATB Financial to secure the finances for purchasing the building. When 26 T8Nmagazine.com
the purchase was finally made, Engel only had five short months to move out of the old location and completely renovate the new location. “That was the hardest five months of work in my entire life,” Engel says. He wasn’t sure the move would even be completed in time until members of the community miraculously began volunteering to help. “We were very fortunate that we had so many family members, friends, and customers who came out to help with various aspects of that entire transition,” Engel says. “Without their help, we never would have made it.” Over the years, Mission: Fun and Games has built a name for itself in St. Albert and Edmonton as the store that carries specialty lines. These include Fowers Games, USAopoly, and Unique Wood
Products – which are manufactured by a very skilled carpenter in the Edmonton area who makes “fantastic” Cribbage boards, Euchre boards, Canasta Score boards, and Rummy boards. The store also carries a very extensive selection of Cribbage pegs, and is one of the few places that sells dice individually. With Christmas just around the corner, you might also be interested in the store’s new ‘employee pricing’ promo where every two weeks, selected lines are offered to the public for the same “ludicrously cheap” discounted prices that employees have access to. Aside from its seemingly endless stock of merchandise, Mission: Fun and Games hosts year-round events, in store and out. The biggest is Game-A-Lot, which is a two-and-a-half-day board game
convention held at The Kinsman Club of St. Albert, which raises funds for local charities supporting families in the community. In-store events include: Pathfinder roleplaying on Monday evenings; Magic: The Gathering on Tuesdays and Sundays; Star Trek every second Wednesday; Dungeons & Dragons on Thursdays; the Edmonton Board Game League visits every second Friday; and Pokémon is there on Saturdays. As we begin the countdown to Christmas, treat yourself to a little magic and stop by the castle on St. Albert Trail—there really is something for everyone at Mission: Fun and Games. And in a world becoming increasingly digital, there’s nothing like a unique, possibly even handcrafted, gift that’s all about the spirit of Christmas: sharing quality time with loved ones. t8n
Mission: Fun and Games at a Glance Location 560 St. Albert Trail Owner John Engel Service In-store and online board game retail store Specialty Fowers Games, USAopoly, Unique Wood Products, events Fun Fact The store hosts birthday parties (Did we mention it’s in a castle?), bachelor parties, and company and networking meetings T8N December 2018 27
Then & Now MP Walter Van de Walle; Musée Héritage Museum.
St. Albert’s Members of Parliament
MP Peter Elzinga presenting a cheque to Mayor Richard Fowler in 1983; Musée Héritage Museum.
Then & Now BY ROBERT MICHON
CANADA’S HOUSE OF Commons has 338 members,
elected officials from across the country who make up our Federal Government. One of these Members of Parliament, or MPs, is elected by the people of St. Albert, to represent their wishes in Ottawa. But St. Albert hasn’t always had their own MP. In fact, St. Albert has been part of seven different voting districts over the years. But each change has brought St. Albert a little more power by allowing us more control over who we elect as our Member of Parliament.
1887–1905, Pre-Alberta Canada’s electoral districts are defined by a system known as Representation by Population. The idea is that each member of Canadian Parliament should represent roughly the same number of voters. When residents of the Prairies were first allowed to vote in 1887, the voting population of the district of Alberta (not yet a province) was only large enough to warrant a single seat in the House of Commons. Of course, back in 1887, the “voting population” consisted exclusively of white male property owners over the age of 21. Because of this small population, Donald Watson Davis, St. Albert’s first MP, was also the MP for all of Alberta. Davis was succeeded by Frank Oliver, founder of the Edmonton Journal, in 1896. 28 T8Nmagazine.com
1905–1925, Edmonton/Edmonton-West Districts When Alberta officially became a province in 1905, the electoral districts shrunk, though Oliver still represented St. Albert, as it was part of the new “Edmonton” district, which covered all of Northern Alberta. Oliver was appointed Minister of the Interior in 1905, and was responsible for revoking countless Indigenous land claims, and penned many of Canada’s more heinous immigration policies. When the boundaries shrunk again in 1914, St. Albert became part of the “Edmonton-West” district, and was represented by William Antrobus Griesbach (1717–1921) and Donald MacBeth Kennedy (1921–1925). Griesbach was a famous general of the Canadian Army and former mayor of Edmonton. Kennedy came from humble origins—he was a long-time farmer and a staunch advocate of socialism.
FUN FACT According to the Canadian Constitution, the federal electoral districts must be reviewed every 10 years with up-to-date census information. If the population of the district has significantly changed, the borders are redrawn.
MP Michael Cooper during Canada Day celebrations. Solitude
1925–1968, Athabaska District In 1925, St. Albert left Edmonton’s sphere of influence, becoming a part of the “Athabaska” district, a variant spelling of Athabasca that was commonly used up until 1948. Athabaska, which covered much of Alberta’s rural north-west, was represented by Charles Wilson Cross (1925–1926), Donald Ferdinand Keller (1926–1930), John Francis Buckley (1930–1932), Percy Griffith Davies (1932–1935), Percy John Rowe (1935–1940), Joseph Miville Dechene (1940–1958) and Jack Bigg (1958–1972). While all of St. Albert’s representatives up to this point had been from a wide range of political parties, representing a huge array of values, the election of Bigg marked a turning point. Since 1958, St. Albert’s elected MPs have been affiliated with the mainstream conservative party of the day.
1968–1987, Pembina District In 1968, the electoral borders were re-drawn again, placing St. Albert in the “Pembina” district, alongside most towns west of Edmonton. Perhaps fitting of a heavily rural riding, Pembina MPs Daniel Hollands (1972–1974), Peter Elzinga (1974–1986) and Walter Van de Walle (1986–1993) were all farmers who entered into politics. Elzinga left federal politics after his term to serve on the provincial level, becoming Alberta’s Minister of Agriculture.
DID YOU KNOW? Equal voting rights were a long time coming. Originally, only those who were eligible to vote provincially were allowed to vote federally, and this policy was used to exclude many minority groups over the years. It wasn’t until 1982 that voting became a constitutional right for all Canadians over the age of 18. to the instability in conservative politics at the time, transferred to the Canadian Alliance party in 2000, and finally to the modern day Conservative Party in 2003.
2003–Present, St. AlbertEdmonton District In 2003, St. Albert lost its district status, and merged with north-west Edmonton to form “St. Albert-Edmonton.” Williams continued to serve until his retirement in 2008. The seat went to Brent Rathgeber in the 2008 election, a former member
of Alberta’s Legislative Assembly. While elected as a member of the Conservative Party, Rathgeber resigned from the party in 2013, believing that he could better represent the interests of his constituents as an independent MP, marking the only time in St. Albert’s history that the city has been represented by an independent. Rathgeber was defeated in 2015 by Conservative Michael Cooper who serves as St. Albert’s federal representative today. t8n
1987–2003, St. Albert District By 1987, St. Albert’s population had finally increased enough to warrant its very own district, including the city as well as the surrounding rural area. Van de Walle continued to represent the riding until 1993, when John G. Williams won his seat. Williams was elected as a member of the Reform party, but due T8N December 2018 29
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To Ski or to Snowboard? Not sure which boot to try on? Let’s ask the experts. BY RUDY HOWELL
NOW THAT WINTER is here, it’s time
for the next round of snow-loving parents to teach their children, or maybe even themselves, how to ski or snowboard. But deciding which one to pursue can be a slippery decision. That’s why we spoke with John Brodie and Jessica Parr, two snow school managers at Snow Valley Ski Club, who can help clear a path. Over the decades, ski technology enjoyed a continual progression. But by the 1980s, it had reached its plateau. This was around the same time that snowboarding began to take off, and by the early 1990s, “snowboard technology started influencing ski technology,” Brodie says. From that point on, 30 T8Nmagazine.com
ski and snowboard brands began partnering up and adopting each other’s ideas. For example, snowboard manufacturers started incorporating the idea of skis edges into their boards, increasing the ability to perform sharp turns. In terms of cost, from a technological gear standpoint, neither sport is necessarily more expensive than the other. But you could see costs related to where you practice your sport. “I think it’s a different investment,” Parr says. If you’re someone who likes to spend a lot of time in the freestyle park— typically snowboarders—then you will most likely be satisfied with going to either Snow Valley or Rabbit Hill. However, if you’re more into downhill runs—typically skiers—you‘ll likely be spending big bucks on trips to the mountains.
At Snow Valley, there are usually a lot more students in ski lessons than snowboarding lessons. Parr believes this is because snowboarding is still a relatively new sport. Most parents learned to ski when they were young, so that’s what they want their children to learn first. However, some do go directly into snowboarding lessons. In fact, we’re right on the cusp of seeing a new generation of parents who learned to snowboard first, which could mean an increase in young students taking snowboarding lessons out of the gate. Another reason could be the common misconception that skiing is safer than snowboarding. However, the truth of the matter is that both sports have equal amounts of risk—it’s the type of injuries that create a difference between these two sports. “A skier is more likely to injure their knee, and a snowboarder their wrist,” Brodie says. Knee injuries are very common with skiers because of “how the body initiates a turn, putting stress on the joints,” explains Parr.
learning to ski first is that it can feel like you’re making progress more frequently. “A student in ski lessons is seeing constant small increments of progression, whereas with snowboarding it’s momentous leaps,” Parr says. That said, snowboarding has its advantages. The first thing that snowboarders say is that it’s a different community. Snowboarding was introduced as an alternative to highly competitive ski racing, with more emphasis on freestyling and creativity. “The culture of snowboarding is a little more relaxed,” Parr says. Another advantage is that once you get the hang of it, “it becomes more of an extension of your body,” Brodie notes. While snowboarding does require better
balance than skiing, it can feel more fluid, because you’re on one board and not two skis. This comes in handy if you’re doing tree-runs, because you can pick tighter lines. “For me,” notes Parr, “it’s a nice change because on skis there’s more things to be aware of, whereas with snowboarding, you have just one piece of equipment to worry about.” While it’s no secret that skiing and snowboarding are not inexpensive activities, it’s worth noting that these sports can become life-long hobbies that help keep you healthy, active and happy. The first few lessons might be painful—financially and physically. But, as dedicated skiers and snowboarders will tell you, the price is worth it’s weight in snow. t8n
Wrist injuries are more common with snowboarders because when they catch and edge, causing a wipe out, there’s an instinct to put out your hands to break the fall. There’s also a sense that a person has more control on skis compared to a snowboard—at least when you’re first learning. “As a beginner, it’s easy to control your speed with the snowplow,” Parr notes. There is also an easier sense of balance on skis. Instead of having both of your feet on one board, you have a ski on each foot, almost like you’re wearing skates. As Canadians, we don’t really have a choice but to learn how to skate from a very early age—even just walking down the sidewalk in winter constitutes an informal lesson. So by the time you start to ski, many find that it comes naturally. Another great benefit of T8N December 2018 31
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Across 5 Charlie Brown’s is historically the most charming 7 A great way to build upper body strength during winter 8 80s pop Christmas song that whammed itself into our hearts
17 This wintry band headlined the summer Folk Festival
6 December event held in downtown St. Albert
18 He breaks into your home and gets off scot-free
11 It’s tradition to tolerate this Christmas dessert
21 These eggs are better with rum
12 The only animal without wings that can allegedly achieve flight
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9 Many donate to this place over the holidays
1 This soul has an abnormal heart condition
10 Classic Christmas ballet
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14 This local street boasts a cheerful light display each December
3 Efficient little workers
15 Slip and slide at this local outdoor spot
5 What’s red and white and striped all over?
4 No two of these are alike
13 Christmas markets originated in what country 16 Don’t get caught under this with the wrong person 19 Our friend Joey wore one on his head in the 90s 20 The most famous penny-pincher
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