Tanya Sidorova Sales Representative
Michael Inwood Broker of Record, B.Comm
SEE OUR FEATURE LISTING ON PAGE 12
120 Evelyn Crescent, Toronto
311 Roncesvalles Avenue Toronto, ON M6R 2M6
toronto west, high park, roncesvalles village, parkdale, bloor west village, junction 1490 APPLEWOOD ROAD
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Picture Perfect! Fully Renovated 4 Level Backsplit in Demand Lakeview, Professionally Landscaped 58’ x 131’ lot, Inviting Entrance, Exceptional Craftsmanship In and Out, Large Footprint, 4 Plus 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Hardwood Floors, Tastefully Designed Kitchen with Heated Floors, Spectacular Living Room Addition with Wall to Wall Windows & Walkout, Finished Basement... Possible Nanny Suite/Income. A+ Local Schooling, Shopping, Convenient QEW/427 Access.
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Fully Renovated Bungalow in Maryvale, Wonderful Curb Appeal, Oversize 41’ x 120’ lot with West Facing Backyard, Spacious & Bright, 3+1 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Renovated Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances & Quartz Counters, Spa-like Bathroom, Wood Burning Fireplace, Professionally Finished Basement with Separate Entrance, Attached Garage + Ample Parking, Close to Local Schools, Shopping, TTC & the 401.
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NUTAN BROWN ENERGY, COMMITMENT, RESULTS.
77 Baby Point Road Stately and beautiful, 3 storey Baby Point Tudor! First time on the market since 1963. Lovingly maintained, warm and inviting spacious family home (3,000 square feet plus basement, formal rooms of grand proportions, exquisite rich wood detailing, beamed ceilings and wood burning fireplace in living room and master bedroom and signature leaded windows. 5 generous bedrooms, 4 baths, main floor family room and office, mature perennial gardens, super sweet porch with swing (amazing!). Private driveway with 2 car garage. Join the B.P. Club!
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We are not familiar with many Realtors since it was over 50 years ago when we moved in to 77 Baby Point Road, but Nutan impressed us with her patience. For 2 years she showed us apartments, condos and other places that she thought would fit our vague description of “downsizing”. More than a small part of our indecision was the realization that most of our lives had been based at “The Point”, and that leaving it would really be starting over...it has turned out that way. Nutan’s help in locating a new place, giving us leads on “downsizers”, arranging tradesmen for the new location, setting up our home for display, grouping the showings (minimum inconvenience for us), and, most of all, pricing our home to fit the market. The result was a quick sale for slightly over the asking price. We can only hope that our future dealings with any professional person can be as pleasant, thorough and seamless as we have had with Nutan.
ISSUE 9 • 2019
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I would like to introduce you to Kenny & Dianna, a young couple who just purchased a condo investment property. Their plan is to rent it out and to have something in their back pocket for baby Kira to live in one day - so she can live in the city and be close to mom & dad. Congrats to Kenny & Dianna on their smart investment and for investing in their family’s future!
Bright 1-bedroom condo in boutique building. Includes parking and locker! Highend, smart finishes, integrated appliances including dishwasher and microwave. Lovely balcony with tree-top views. Across the street from High Park. Next to the subway. Fabulous building amenities. Walking distance to groceries, shops, boutiques and cafĂŠs of Bloor West Village and The Junction. Tenant pays hydro.
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This property is sheer delight! Quaint stone cottage beautifully renovated and rebuilt from top to bottom keeping the old world charm intact. Features 3+ bedrooms, 5 luxury baths, chef’s kitchen with topline appliances, main floor office with entrance and a chic self-contained basement suite with a formal entrance that along with being an amazing rental, could be an ideal home office. All the finest quality finishes, professional landscaping, new 2 car garage with extra storage. This spectacular home offers so many possibilities and is steps to subway, shops and dining. 20 minutes to Financial/ Theatre districts, airports and near some of Toronto’s finest golf. Do not miss this one! Call for Details
Hidden on a peaceful lane across from Kingsway mansions, this luxury executive freehold town gives downsizers the freedom you are looking for without hefty condo fees or stepping into an elevator. Fully renovated with all the finest finishes, features incude chef’s kitchen with topline appliances, spacious living/dining rooms, powder room, secluded deck, 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. 2 car garage, parking for 3 and basement with bedroom suite/office and renovated bathroom. It’s a small complex of 9 units a short 5 minute walk to subway, the historic Old Mill with its luxury spa, dining, pub, river with walking/cycling paths. Stroll to Bloor West Village or Kingsway eclectic shops. Call for Details
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CAROLYN COHEN, Founder/Chef/ Recipe Developer of DeliciousDish. DeliciousDish Cooking School specializes in Whole Food Home Cooking, Meal Planning, Recipe Developing and Healthy Eating. #CookAtHome
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BLUEBERRY,
but especially when they come guilt free. These decadent blues are refined sugar-free, gluten-free, vegan and incredibly delicious. They are not too sweet, just the way I like them and a great power snack. Feel free to make raspberry bars by subbing frozen or fresh raspberries for the blueberries. Makes approx 16 Bars.
DIRECTIONS STEP ONE: MAKE THE BLUEBERRY FILLING: In a medium pot bring the frozen berries, cornstarch, maple syrup and salt to a boil. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring and mashing the berries with the back of the spoon or fork. If you want a smoother texture, place the cooked mixture in a blender and blend until chunky. Place in the fridge to cool. STEP T WO: MAKE THE OAT BAR MIXTURE: In a mixing bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the Oat Bar Mixture, mix well. Reserve 3/4 cup for the Topping and set aside, don’t forget to do this! STEP THREE: Spray and then line a square brownie pan (8x8 or 9x9) with parchment paper.
• 1 1/2 cups oat flour
STEP FOUR: Press the Oat Bar Mixture (leaving the 3/4 cup reserved for the Topping aside) into the bottom of the pan. Place in the fridge to harden while the blueberry filling is cooling.
• 1 1/2 tbsp ground flax seed
STEP FIVE: Preheat the oven to 350˚F.
• 6 tbsp maple syrup
STEP SIX: MAKE THE TOPPING: Mix together the reserved 3/4 cup Oat Bar Mixture with the remaining ingredients in the Topping list.
INGREDIENTS FOR THE OAT BAR MIXTURE:
• 1 1/2 cup oats
• 9 tbsp melted coconut oil • 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut FOR THE BLUEBERRY FILLING:
• 3 cups frozen blueberries • 3 tbs maple syrup • 1 tbsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch • 1/4 tsp almond extract, optional • Pinch of salt FOR THE TOPPING:
• 3/4 cup Oat Bar Mixture • 1/2 cup oats • 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
STEP SEVEN: Remove the Blueberry Filling and the Oat Bar Mixture in the pan from the fridge and spread the Blueberry Filling on top of the Oat Bar Mixture in the brownie pan. STEP EIGHT: Sprinkle The Topping on top of the Blueberry Filling. Bake for 30 minutes. Cool and store in the fridge. Enjoy straight from the fridge or at room temperature. ◆
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$2,499,800 1 2 0 E V E LY N C R E S C E N T , T O R O N T O
Beautiful home with over 3000 Sq/Ft of living space, located in the coveted High Park neighbourhood. Totally gutted and rebuilt with the best materials and top quality workmanship. This property features 4+1 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms on a spectacular 43 ft wide lot. Many pot lights, crown moulding, and skylights. New hardwood floors throughout. Glorious living room with designer fireplace and walk-out to porch. Open concept family room, combined with dining room, and stunning chef’s kitchen with breakfast area, stone countertops and centre island, and top of the line appliances. Walk-out to the large deck and fabulous yard - a true entertainer’s delight! Posh master retreat with a walk-in closet and spa-like 5-piece ensuite, which includes a separate glass shower and a free standing soaker tub. Beautiful finished basement and large private driveway for 4 cars. This home is located behind Runnymede PS and just a short walk to the vibrant Bloor West Village, with many shops and restaurants. Steps to the subway and High Park. Truly a must-see home!
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$1,399,000 427 ANNE TTE STREE T, TORONTO
Absolutely gorgeous and newly renovated 3 storey home with a lot of character. This home is located in Toronto’s desirable High Park neighbourhood and features 4 large bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. New hardwood floors throughout, 10 ft high ceilings with crown moulding, many pot lights, newer windows and 2 fireplaces. Main floor powder room. Renovated open concept kitchen with Quartz countertops and a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and a walk-out to the deck and beautifully landscaped garden. Spacious master bedroom with seating area and walk-in closet. The fifth bedroom has been converted into a large spa-like bathroom with a separate glass shower and a free standing soaker tub. The third floor features 2 bedrooms and a walk-out to the large deck with a panoramic view. Newly finished basement that can be used as a luxurious apartment with a separate entrance. This home is located on the south side of Annette St, just steps to St. Cecilia Catholic School and near Humberside CI. Easy stroll to the vibrant Junction area or walk to the coveted Bloor West Village with many shops and restaurants. Bike through High Park to the lake and the CNE.
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OUTDOOR
Outdoor ELECTRIC FIREPLACES VS. GAS FIREPLACES Article Submitted By Jeanne Grier
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More and more Canadians are sprucing up their backyards and outdoor spaces. That means that interior designers are becoming exterior designers, too. Many homeowners are considering a fireplace for their outdoor space, to allow them to extend enjoyment of their backyards into the Fall and early Spring. You may have assumed that an outdoor fireplace must be fuelled by natural gas or propane. However, there are now electric fireplaces that are rated for outdoors. When comparing outdoor electric fireplaces vs. gas fireplaces, many of the considerations are similar to a comparison for indoor use. Here’s how we break it down:
EASE OF INSTALLATION If you’re thinking of an outdoor fireplace, you will need to determine how easily you can get an electrical connection or gas line to the desired site. An electric fireplace requires either a 120 volt or 240 volt dedicated electrical connection. A gas fireplace will require either a propane or natural gas connection, as well as electrical power for the fan.
Gas fireplaces also require ventilation, as well as minimum clearances to combustibles. Electric fireplaces are zero-clearance and require no ventilation. These are important distinctions for enclosed porches, gazebos or small patios.
SPACE REQUIREMENTS Electric fireplaces have a much slimmer footprint that most gas fireplaces. If you have any space limitations for your outdoor fireplace, you will need to check the depth of electric fireplaces vs. gas fireplaces, so you know which is going to fit.
HEAT OUTPUT Electric fireplaces may be operated with or without the heater running. Gas fireplaces emit heat as soon as they are turned on. In warm weather, we are looking for ambiance over heat; the heat output of a gas fireplace my overwhelm those sitting next to it. Who wants to
sit next to a blast furnace on a hot, muggy evening?! However, an electric fireplace can offer ambiance without heat, and is perfect for hot summer nights. In cooler weather, when we want to gather around a cozy hearth for warmth, both electric and gas outdoor fireplaces can offer this feature. Electric fireplaces will take the chill off an area of 400 – 500 square feet, on a regular 120 volt connection. If your outdoor space is larger than this, or you wish to use your fireplace in winter, then a gas fireplace will provide more heat to a larger area.
DESIGN OPTIONS Outdoor electric fireplaces come in linear designs at this time, with a single face as well as two- and three-sided models. However, if you prefer to have a see-through outdoor fireplace, you will be limited to gas. Likewise, if you prefer a more traditional outdoor fireplace, there are more gas options. On the other hand, there are no limits for the surrounding materials, when you are building an â–š
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outdoor electric fireplace wall. You can clad the fireplace wall in any weather-proof material you like – flammability is not an issue with electric fireplaces. When installing an outdoor gas fireplace, as with indoor gas fireplaces, the walls around the fireplace will need to be non-flammable. Another interesting feature that has become standard on most outdoor electric fireplaces, is the ability to change flame colours from orange to blue, as well as a range of pinks and purples.
COST Outdoor electric fireplaces will generally cost much less than outdoor gas fireplaces. The fireplace itself will cost less; the electrical connection will cost less than gas, in most cases (this will be partially determined by the distance across your property that the connection must be delivered); and the materials around the fireplace may cost less, since you aren’t dependant on non-combustible walls. The cost to operate an outdoor electric fireplace will be less than the cost to operate a gas fireplace for the same period. When you want ambiance without heat, the LED lights and flames in an electric fireplace will cost a fraction of the cost of running a gas fireplace. Since you only need to operate the heater on an electric fireplace as needed, most people will end up spending less on electric fireplaces than they do on gas, where heat is always put out whenever the fireplace is on. ◆ stylishfireplaces.ca
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TANYA SIDOROVA Sales Representative
MICHAEL INWOOD Broker of Record, B.Comm
Please call us today for a Free Evaluation of Your Home
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