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Peter Bulut Jr. Celebrates Great Lakes Brewery’s 30th Anniversary
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CONTENTS FOOD & DRINK EDITION
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6 The Casual Gourmet
MyOlive
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12 Kingsway Fish & Chips
The Works
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Everything You Need
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Great Lakes Brewery Turns 30!
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I’m happy to publish our Food & Drink edition. We’ve highlighted some great places to eat, drink, and shop in South Etobicoke, Port Credit, and The Kingsway for you. We kick things off with the Casual Gourmet, a foodie-friendly boutique with everything you need for your kitchen. Next, we feature the iconic Kingsway Fish & Chips. Then we round out this edition with a spotlight on Great Lakes Brewery as they celebrate 30 years of craft brewing excellence. I hope you enjoy this edition. Thank you very much for reading, Roger Tumminieri, Publisher Fiat Lux Media
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THE CASUAL GOURMET Ilona Santa-Verlint (L) and Tannis Jarvis (R) are helping grow the foodie culture in Port Credit. Their entrepreneurial spirit paired with a passion for cooking complement the already vibrant food and drink community along Lakeshore. With existing shops in Hamilton and Guelph, the duo expanded into Port Credit in November 2016 to further the movement back to creating quality, healthy, and homecooked meals. The Casual Gourmet offers an intimate, boutique shopping experience appealing to all levels of home cooking expertise with high quality products to inspire both the professional and novice cook. Why Port Credit?“We had heard that Port Credit was a vibrant community with a great walkable area with restaurants and shops,” explains Jarvis. “We’ve come to find that this is truly a great community. People have been very welcoming and friendly. We’re looking forward to spring and summer along the water and all of the exciting events and festivals.” Focusing on quality, the ladies at the Casual Gourmet offer trusted brands with products made here in Canada, as well as in France, the U.S., and Germany. They carry an extensive line of Zwilling J.A. Henckels as well as Staub products; a favourite that includes cast iron, stainless steel cookware, top quality knives, glassware, and gadgets. cont’d
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The most popular items are fun, bright coloured linens and tea towels, kitchen accessories, bar tools, and craft beer glasses. Frenchmade enamelled cocottes by Staub and German-made knives by Zwilling J.A. Henckels are also top-sellers. When the prep and cooking are done and it’s time to clean up, use The World’s Best Scrubby, available at the Casual Gourmet for only $2.99. It safely cleans everything! “We have all heard the saying that the kitchen is the heart of the home,” explains Jarvis. “At the Casual Gourmet, we believe that creating in the kitchen fosters wonderful moments and memories for families and friends that can last a 8
lifetime. We also believe, and know to be true, that in addition to love, you need the right tools. That’s where we come in.” Have a special foodie in your life or in need of a hostess or client gift? The Casual Gourmet can help you find a personalized gift for any occasion. From beautiful aprons and pepper mills, to spiralizers and eco-friendly cutting boards, Santa-Verlint and Jarvis have you covered. In their own words: “Eat well, laugh often, and cook much!” --The Casual Gourmet 53 Lakeshore Rd. E. (905) 278-9398 / casualgourmet.ca instagram: thecasualgourmet
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Sandy Pretty, co-owner of MyOlive
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Show your pantry some love and elevate your cooking to new levels with premium olive oils and balsamic vinegars from MyOlive. At first glance, one might feel overwhelmed by the variety of tasting options. Not to worry, though. Owners, Sandy Pretty and Robert Pineau, will help guide you toward the best picks based on your palate and what you love to eat. “Much like wine, olive oils all have a distinct flavour,” explains Pineau. “We can tell you everything you need to know about your olive oil.” Factors like the type of olive, country of origin, producer, and crush date are important contributors to the quality of olive oils. Polyphenol concentration is another consideration. The higher the concentration, the more intense the flavour. 10
When you purchase olive oil you should never buy it without knowing when it was crushed, the actual olives used and the Polyphenol count. MyOlive will provide you with all those details and many more so you know you are getting the best olive oil possible. “It’s a premium product, so a little will go a long way,” assures Pretty of their olive oil. “It elevates the taste of everything we make.” Starting at $15 for a 200mL bottle, MyOlive offers a little something for everyone, especially those with the most discerning of tastes. ---
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THE WORKS GOURMET BURGER BISTRO
In the mood for burgers? Try out The Works in Port Credit. Their gourmet burger selection is topnotch. Made with Canadian beef, hand-pressed daily and flamegrilled to juicy perfection, The Works strives to make the world’s best burger. They offer a number of gourmet patty choices, including options like chicken breast, ground turkey, gourmet veggie, portobello mushroom cap, and even a lean domestic elk patty.
served on a bed of bacon sticks), or sandwiches like their Limp Brisket (smoked beef brisket, jack cheese, bold BBQ and crispy onion rings), this isn’t your average burger joint. No gluten, no worries. The Works offers up a gluten-free menu that includes gluten-free buns and 60+ gluten-friendly toppings. Add salads, poutine, hand-scooped milk shakes, and college slushes into the mix and The Works could very well be your new go-to.
The rest of their menu is impressive to say the least. With starter items like Wrecking Balls (bacon-wrapped cheddar tots served with bacon and roasted garlic aioli,
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KINGSWAY FISH & CHIPS
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It’s all about family, tradition, and quality at Kingsway Fish & Chips. You know you’re running a tight ship when the majority of your patrons are repeat customers. Many have even grown up eating at this neighbourhood favourite. “We have a huge regular following,” explains Rachel Bartel, co-owner of Kingsway Fish & Chips. “We have a lot of customers who grew up eating here. They have families of their own now and bring their children to eat here, too. It’s a tradition.” Noting that kids eat free on Tuesdays, Bartel jokes: “We like to get them hooked when they’re young.” Family-owned since 1958, Kingsway Fish & Chips caters to all facets of the local community. Speaking about The Kingsway, Bartel describes it as “One of the best neighbourhoods in Toronto. It’s very community-oriented here and everyone knows everyone.” Keeping quality in mind, Rachel’s husband, Gord, fillets the fish himself. An old-school approach considering most restaurants buy pre-cut fillets. Their potatoes are chipped in house, as well. On Good Friday, all hands are on deck to serve the thousands of customers who line the streets to get their hands on this classic comfort food. Join the fun this April 14th! --Kingsway Fish & Chips 3060 Bloor St. W. / (416) 233-3355 kingswayfishandchips.com instagram: kingswayfishandchips
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30 YEARS OF GREAT LAKES BREWERY Peter Bulut Jr., President & Chief Brewing Officer at Great Lakes Brewery raises a glass to celebrate their 30th anniversary. The Etobicoke-based craft brewery was started by his father, Peter Bulut Sr., in 1987 and has remained a family-run business ever since. Bulut Jr. was 21 years old when he started working at the brewery. In those days, they brewed a single beer; Great Lakes Lager followed a few years later by Red Leaf Lager. Now GLB offers over 30 brands, including seasonal, special edition, and collaboration brews. To celebrate their 30th anniversary, GLB is brewing a number of specialty, small batch releases,
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packaged in fancy new bottles. The first beer to be release in their 30th Anniversary series was the Barrel-Aged Belgian Style Quad (ABV: 11.3%) and aged in Pinot Noir barrels for 11 months. The second in their series was a collaboration brew with beer writers and was named Alternative Facts (ABV: 3.8%); hence the tongue-in-cheek media reference.
Let the good times roll. Bulut Jr. and the folks at GLB are filming a documentary to mark their 30th anniversary. Stay tuned for new brew releases and events, including their Deck Parties which will start as soon as the weather permits. Check out what’s on tap at GLB’s retail store and support our local, award-winning craft brewery. ---
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After 30 years in business, you most definitely have an impact on your community. “Craft brewing is very labour-intensive,” explains Bulut Jr., who’s company continues to create jobs in Etobicoke as they keep pace with the increased demand for their beer. “We’re romantically inefficient,” he says with a chuckle. GLB employs about 40
people, most of whom are local to the area. With pride, Bulut Jr. notes that Mike Lackey, Head Brewer, has been with GLB for 26 years.
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THE DOCUMENTARY
What better way to celebrate 30 years in business than by commissioning a documentary film. In keeping with their history of supporting local businesses, Great Lakes Brewery hired David Hodge of GreenSuite 209 in Etobicoke to produce the documentary. It will feature footage of brewery tours, interviews with GLB staff, and beer writers, as well as 30th Anniversary events. Stay tuned to GLB for its release. ---
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GLB BEER LABEL ARTIST: GARNETT GERRY
Known best for their great tasting beer, Great Lakes Brewery takes things one step further with their witty beer names and unique label designs. Enter Garnett Gerry. The self-titled “professional doodler” and artist behind many of GLB’s beer label designs. Gerry has been drawing since he first picked up a pencil at the age of three. Gerry’s doodling prowess had been noticed at a local west-end bar.
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“I have a habit of sketching on beer coasters,” explains Gerry. He was approached to create a design for the Pompous Ass label. Successful in his attempt, Gerry has designed additional labels, including one for Canuck Pale Ale. Notice the resemblance between Gerry and Gordie Levesque, the fearless Canadian lumberjack iconically personified on its label. Follow Gerry’s work on instagram...
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THE HIDDEN HEROES IN YOUR SPICE RACK Did you know your spice rack may be the secret to adding nutrientfilled punch to your diet? From coriander to fennel, spices can naturally regulate blood pressure, prevent cancer, reduce inflammation, and even help rev up your sex drive.
Indian and Scandinavian culture and has a pleasant lemony eucalyptus aroma frequently used in perfumes. It offers relief from hypertension, stress, depression, digestive issues, and has even been used to correct erectile dysfunction.
Deliciously sultry cinnamon has a warming flavour to top everything from toast to curries, but it is also an ancient remedy once more prized than gold. Modern research has discovered cinnamon lowers blood sugar in type 1 and type 2 diabetes and may inhibit the onset of Alzheimer’s. It’s also used to treat colds, arthritis, fungal infections, and reduced libido.
Turmeric is brilliantly gold in colour and is a key player in ancient Chinese and Indian medicine. It treats everything under the sun and can be used topically as a poultice to relieve pain. It’s rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, antibiotics and treats arthritis, UTIs, liver ailments, some cancers, diabetes and much more. Fun fact: Kraft Dinner recently switched to turmeric as a natural way to colour their mac & cheese!
Exotic cardamom is prized in both
Spicy cayenne treats cold and flu related symptoms and helps the digestive tract absorb important nutrients. It increases circulation and helps transport other medicines throughout the system. Cayenne has also been touted to prevent the formation of tumours. Do a little research - there are many hidden heroes in your pantry. Toss some in with your quinoa or rice, top eggs, stir into beverages, add to stews or baked goods for a flavour hit and health injection! ---
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INDIAN CUISINE BY THE LAKE
“So good!” That’s what we keep hearing about Indian Cuisine By The Lake. No wonder, their casual atmosphere is perfect for a family dinner or date night. The service is excellent and the food is fantastic. Danny Sahdra, owner of Indian Cuisine By The Lake and Port Credit BIA “Good Neighbour” award winner, is a gracious host. He’s proud to serve locally sourced meats and vegetables and clearly takes pride in his restaurant. It shows, given the happy comments his patrons express to him as they leave after their meals. Sahdra’s menu options are vast. If you’re an Indian cuisine novice, we recommend trying their lunch or dinner buffet. You’ll get to taste a
variety of dishes on offer and the price is extremely affordable. Pair your meal with a glass of wine or some craft beer and you’re good as gold. Everything is cooked fresh, right in front of you in the open-concept kitchen. Gluten, dairy, and nut-free options are available. If you want to enjoy their food from the comfort of your own home, Indian Cuisine By The Lake will also deliver. They offer catering services if you’re planning an event or office function. If it’s not already on it, add this restaurant to your list of places to hit this spring. ---
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TALKING DEATH WITH AN ENGLISHMAN A number of weeks ago, I was interviewed for a podcast about men, success, and work-life balance. The interviewer, a friendly young man based in London, England, knew I was a funeral director. What I do for a living – and for the living – was off limits on-air. The host didn’t want the interview to be “weird” or “depressing.”
I have had heartbroken people, including young parents, apologize for crying as they look at their beloved and realize life will never be the same. I am fierce in my belief that people should be allowed the time, space, and kindness to grieve.
Instead I was coached to talk about my six kids, my wife and my hobbies. (Yes, he said “hobbies.”) I was to chat about all the “good stuff” that makes life happy, successful, and worth living.
Although we live in a grief-avoidant culture, Canadians are still doing better than our friends across the pond. We have more funerals in Canada, we invite the deceased “to the party” in the form of a casket or urn, and we judge a funeral “good” if there are tears, laughter, and hugs.
My Kafkaesque quip “The meaning of life is that it ends” didn’t inspire laughter but an uncomfortable pre-show pause. So, I shared a confession and offered to pull the plug on the interview.
Canadians are not cursed by a stiff upper lip or cold heart, but we are still impatient and overly logical when it comes to grief, especially around cruel myths like “closure,” “getting over it” and “staying busy.”
For me, my great undertaking and meaning in life is rooted in funeral service. It is impossible for me to talk about the joy and celebration in life – universal themes like love, kindness, peace, belonging – without acknowledging that life eventually stops, no matter how much success or work-life balance you possess!
What I attempted to explain to my host was that although it’s nice to have the mainstream trappings (root word: trap) of success like a house, a car, a business, a family, in the end – and, folks, there is an end – what really makes our lives meaningful is to love and to receive love. For me, a funeral is love in action.
The reason I appreciate my life daily and deeply is because when I come to work, I walk into a world where someone’s story has ended. I see the people left behind and watch as they’re encouraged to be brave, strong and celebratory.
We come together, we grieve, we mourn, we celebrate. And we savour life and death. Together.
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