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ISSUE 08 | 2015

Grace Yan 403.660.6778

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TOMATOAVOCADO

SALSA FOR YOUR

GRILLED

STEAK

SANDWICHES

ABODE PRESIDENT Kent Leong DIRECTOR OF SALES, CANADA Grace Yan CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason Stacey jason@homenewscreative.com CREATIVE PRODUCTION Dana Sedlak Tim Frankiw ADMINISTRATION Diana Lynas PRINTING Best Choice Printing

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Giuseppe Piruzza has been recognized as one of the premier and finest Italian chefs in the Calgary, Alberta area. With a career spanning nearly 24 years and 9 countries, he now showcases his expertise as a personal chef of authentic modern and trendy regional Italian cuisine in the comfort of your own home.

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food recipe

PREPARATION TIME: 20 minutes TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes SERVING SIZE: 4 servings with 1 ½ cups Salsa

SERVE THIS

SALSA with your

GRILLED STEAK SANDWICHES

This take on a barbecue basic will not only make your brown-bag lunch jealous, but will also have the neighbours lining up for seconds and thirds. Rustic and easy to make, this feast (as seen in Walmart Live Better magazine) offers a satisfying meal for both parents and kids.

STEAK SANDWICHES

Directions

WI T H TOMATO AVO C A DO SALSA

Ingredients

• 2 Strip Loin or Top Sirloin Steaks (about 8 oz. each)

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• Oil grill and preheat barbecue to medium-high. Season both sides of steak with a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and Worcestershire, if using; rub in. Barbecue until meat gives slight resistance when pressed, about 4 minutes per side for 1" thick steaks if you like them medium-rare.

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Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Meanwhile, butter both sides of bread, using 4 slices for open-face sandwiches or 8 if you want top slices.

Place bread on grill.

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Barbecue until lightly toasted and grill marks form, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, preferably a mix of red and yellow • 1/4 cup finely chopped Red Onion • 1/2 tsp Great Value Crushed Chili Peppers • 1 large Garlic Clove, minced • 1/2 tsp Great Value Ground Cumin • Salt and Black Pepper • Worcestershire or Hot Pepper Sauce (optional)

• Cut avocado in half and remove pit. Peel avocado or scoop pulp from skin. Cut in large dice.

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Place on tomatoes, then drizzle with lime juice. Stir gently to mix. Taste and add more salt or lime juice, if you like.

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Slice steaks crosswise in the thickness you like for a sandwich. Divide equally among 4 slices of bread. Spoon salsa on top (and top each with another slice of bread, if desired).

• 2 tbsp Butter, at room temperature • 4 to 8 thick slices Italian-style White Bread • 1 ripe, firm Avocado

Remove steaks from refrigerator and let warm to room temperature. For salsa, quarter tomatoes and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with onion, chili peppers, garlic, cumin and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir and set aside.

• 2 tsp Lime Juice • Additional recipes and barbecue ideas are available at www.walmart.ca/recipes. THN www.newscanada.com ABODE Magazine

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Grace Yan Realtor®

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LIKE NO LIKE OTHER NO OTHER

THE WORTH OF A HOME can be found in details that truly define uniqueness- as simple as a centuries old fireplace that retains the historic permanence of a time

past, or as grand as a rooftop promenade atop a landscape THE WORTH OF A HOME can be found in details that of city lights. So, to us, it’s not about the size of the truly define uniqueness- as simple as a centuries old property, the number of bedrooms, or even the price, fireplace that retains the historic permanence of a time but more about the distinct character that makes a past, or as grand as a rooftop promenade atop a landscape home worthy of being called exceptional. of city lights. So, to us, it’s not about the size of the property, the number of bedrooms, or even the price,

This is our world.

but more about the distinct character that makes a home worthy of being called exceptional.

Because the worth of a home is defined in its details.

This is our world.

Because the worth of a home is defined in its details.

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Grace gyan@sothebysrealty.ca 403 660 290, 815L1o7gtho Avenue SW Calgary Alberta T2T

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Things to Consider When Designing Your Landscape

by Katherine Kinch

1. Style You will need to consider the house exterior, surrounding landscapes and your personal preferences to determine the style of your landscape.

It is important to understand the maintenance requirements and location restrictions to ensure your desired landscape style is feasible.

For example, a cottage garden may have the summer color you desire and suit your home but you will need to commit to the maintenance that would be involved.

2. Function How do you want to use your outdoor space? Will you be gardening, relaxing, dining, entertaining or playing with the kids? These are just some of the possible functions you may want to consider. A good designer will spend time with you discussing how you will enjoy your outdoor space and help you to prioritize what should be included.

3. Location Once you have determined the various functions, you need to incorporate these into the landscape plan in the most suitable locations. For example, you will need to consider light exposure when placing garden beds and privacy when situating a hot tub patio.

Proximity to the exterior door closest to the kitchen is important when deciding the location of your outdoor dining area. If the desired shade or privacy does not exist, you will want to ensure the location chosen can accommodate a structure and vegetation to transform the space.

4. Transition When the locations of the key areas of the design are decided you need to create the various zones considering shape and size. It is important that the transition between the zones is seamless and flows. The obvious way to transition between spaces within the design is with pathways, well placed beds and lawn areas. You can also create a visual link between zones by repeating the key plants and materials throughout.

5. Ambiance After you build the patio for your outdoor room you can add ambiance, which draws you into the space and encourages you to use the area as it was intended. Ambiance can be added by introducing elements that appeal to the senses such as a heat source, lighting or a water feature.

Outdoor structures including pergolas, privacy screens and raised beds can be placed to define an outdoor room which adds intimacy to the space. As a finishing touch you can introduce outdoor dĂŠcor elements such as furniture and planters into the space which add both function and color to create a warm and inviting ambiance.â—˜

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