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Look Local Volume 2 | Issue 8

CONTENTS VOLUME 2 | ISSUE 8

SPRING ISSUE 2022

10 HOME & GARDEN How to Purchase Art

18 HEALTH & WELLNESS Community Biking Groups

24 SHOP LOCAL Gifts for Mom

30 ENVIRONMENT Mighty Monarchs

36 COMMUNITY Community Events

40 FOOD & DRINK Celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

46 LOCAL RECIPE El Jefe's Famous Nachos

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CREATIVE DIRECTOR

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ART DIRECTORS

Sarah Lush Jennifer Brewster For general inquiries, contact Kristy Elik at kristy@looklocalmagazine.com For advertising information, contact Tammy Mifsud at tammy@looklocalmagazine.com Look Local Magazine is published 10 times per year and is distributed for free at over 500 locations in Mississauga. Copies are also distributed to select neighbourhoods using direct mail. Look Local is a registered trademark of Novavita Publishing Limited. Look Local Mississauga is published by Eloquent Editing, Writing & Proof Reading Inc. under the license of Novavita Publishing Limited. Copyright: All rights reserved. Reproduction of any article, photograph or artwork without written permission from the Publisher is strictly prohibited.

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t a certain point in life, something shifts in us. We begin to want to surround ourselves with more precious, curated items that we’ve collected over time—paintings, rugs and sculpture, for example— and less ‘disposable art’ we’ve purchased from stores like HomeSense or IKEA (although they have some fabulous prints to hang in the meantime!) For beginners, the artwork-purchasing process can feel intimidating, whether you’re deciding where to hang a print, debating whether to pull the trigger on a first acquisition, or wondering where the heck to start—but there’s no need to fear. We asked local expert Annis Karpenko, Executive Director of Visual Arts Mississauga at Riverwood, her top tips to consider when investing in a special piece. As it turns out, choosing art for the home is much more intuitive than you might think if you follow a few simple rules.

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CHOOSE ART FROM YOUR HEART Buying art is a very personal process. “Buy with your heart,” recommends Karpenko, “and then you will have no regrets.” Original art is unique and one-of-a-kind. If your heart skips a beat at the sight of a piece, or your soul feels a connection, don’t hesitate too long or you could miss out. Another way to find art that you have a meaningful connection with is to keep your eyes open on your next vacation. This will not only elevate your experience as a tourist, but it allows the memory to become part of your everyday life.

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•If you don’t get the chance to meet the artist in person, read up. Follow their social media to get a sense of who they are in real life. Did you fall in love with a piece that’s slightly above your budget? “You can always request a payment plan," suggests Karpenko. • If you’re choosing an artist to create a commissioned piece, make sure they have experience in making commissions, or ask the artist for references of clients they have worked with in the past. • Don’t ask the artist to stray too far from their style or try to control them too much. This is a recipe for disaster. • Offer photos of where the piece will be displayed and some of the artwork and objects you like.

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“ W hen the spirits are low, when the day appears dark, when work becomes monotonous, when hope hardly seems worth having, just mount a bicycle and go out for a spin down the road, without thought on anything but the ride you are taking.” ~ ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE

With so many well-documented health benefits to bicycling— including mental health—it’s a wonder why we’re not all out there right now pedaling like crazy. Aside from increased cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength and flexibility, cycling also leads to improved joint mobility and decreased stress levels. It’s affordable, easy and most of all, fun. Mississauga boasts many different clubs and organizations that offer different events, including casual weekly rides, competitions and even incredible charity events that give back to the community and those in need. We’ve compiled an overview of some of the resources you can contact when you want to get rolling!

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Walk and Roll Peel

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A program by the Region of Peel government, Walk + Roll Peel promotes Peel's bicycle and pedestrian initiatives and infrastructure as well as the benefits of active transportation. Committed to getting more people walking and cycling—instead of driving—for everyday trips.

Mississauga Bikes

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This is your one-stop shop for programming and resources related to cycling by your local City of Mississauga government. The website provides resources for parents, kids, new riders and schools, the (new) City cycling map, online engagement opportunities via consultations and surveys as well as public events! The most popular events are the Community Rides which are City-led group rides (held virtually during COVID). These rides are the perfect way to explore different parts of your city and meet new people, by bike! Check their website regularly for new resources, consultation and volunteer opportunities and the latest Community Rides!

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Mississauga Cycling Advisory Commit tee W W W. M I S S I S S AU G A .C A /CO U N CI L /COM M IT TE E S/

Learn about the state of cycling in Mississauga by tuning in to meetings of the Cycling Advisory Committee, held monthly. General members of the public can join the meeting live by request as well as submit questions in advance by visiting their webpage. This is also where you can view past agendas, minutes and videos as well as the Cycling Master Plan.

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The Mississauga Cycles project, started in 2019, is a joint collaboration between Peel Multicultural Council and CultureLink, funded by the Region of Peel. Mississauga Cycles builds on the success of other Bike Hubs established by CultureLink in the GTA to connectewcomers with their new community, by bike. Programs include bike mentorship, bike repair clinics, online workshops, public outreach events and civic engagement resources.

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Sheridan Bike Hub W W W. M I S S I O N Z E RO. S H E R I DA N CO LLE G E .C A

The Sheridan Bike Hub is a go-to spot to support all cycling enthusiasts in the Sheridan community! The program builds on successful cycling initiatives already in place at the college and it aims to increase cycling for transportation among our students, faculty, and staff on both campuses. The Office for Sustainability (OfS) has been in collaboration with The Region of Peel to develop the Sheridan Bike Hub for the Hazel McCallion and Davis campuses since 2018.

Slow Roll groups There are currently four such groups In Mississauga: the Port Credit Slow Rollers, Streetsville Slow Roll, Cooksville Slow Roll and FrostBike Mississauga. The first three hold rides generally from May-October, biweekly, in the neighbourhoods of their namesake, while FrostBike takes place specifically in the colder months, more sporadically, across the city. Find these Slow Roll groups on Facebook, as well as the Streetsville and Frostbike groups on Twitter and Instagram.

Ontario Cycling Association

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The OCA offers various levels of involvement. As a rider, you can stay independent and/or participate in the many regional and weekly events that are hosted throughout the year.

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Share the Road Cycling Coalition W W W. S H A R E TH E ROA D.C A

A provincial cycling advocacy organization dedicated to building a bicycle-friendly Ontario, Share the Road works in partnership with municipal, provincial and federal governments, the business community, road safety organizations and other non-profits to enhance access for bicyclists on roads and trails, improve safety for all bicyclists, and educate citizens on the value and importance of safe bicycling for healthy lifestyles and healthy communities. Share the Road began in memory of OPP Sergeant Greg Stobbart, the husband of founder Eleanor McMahon, who was killed in a cycling tragedy in June 2006.

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Canada Bikes is a national cycling advocacy organization working to build a bicycle friendly Canada. They are the national voice and organizing body for promoting cycling as a means of everyday transportation and recreation. They have a sizable membership and conduct advocacy with all levels of government as well as hosting annual conferences, policy statements, research publications as well as a number of events. Their newest such event is the Pedal Poll, started in 2021, which collects real-time cycling data across Canada via hundreds of volunteers — the 2022 program is looking for volunteers now! So, whether you’re looking for life-affirming exercise, joyful recreation or a tool for fast and affordable commuting that provides more health benefits than you imagine, check out these cycling groups and resources! Cycling opens a world of greater social interaction, environmental sustainability and accessibility — it is a wonderful way to connect with your community! LL looklocalmagazine.com

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HARBINGERS OF SPRING M AG NIFICE NT MONARCHS SET TO RETURN By ANWAR KNIGHT

o you remember learning the life cycle of the butterfly when you were in grade school science? Metamorphosis takes place when an egg changes into larvae (a caterpillar), and then a pupa, or chrysalis, forms. Finally, out from the chrysalis into the world—where it will only live a few weeks—at last emerges a beautiful butterfly.

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With the exception perhaps of the honeybee, there may be no other insect as iconic as the butterfly. They have evolved to represent emblems of positivity, rejuvenation and, particularly at this time of year, a reassuring sign that a warmer season is underway. It must be spring, after all, if we glimpse the chaotic flutter of a brightly-coloured monarch butterfly. Whether you are 7 or 77, the transformation that these graceful creatures undergo is both fascinating and mysterious. There are so many things that even researchers have yet to discover about these flying insects, including those living among us in Southern Ontario. Scientists do know that the migration of the orange and black monarch butterfly is unlike any other. Called by the leading edge of colder air in November, monarchs set out on a journey spanning over 3000 km south to Mexico for the winter. The trip takes an average of 45 days, with some of the winged wonders travelling more than 80 km each day. The great mystery here is that no monarch making the trip has ever traveled the route before, yet they instinctively know where to go. The monarchs returning to Canada each spring are not the same as those that began the migration in the autumn. After basking in the tropical Mexican sun, monarchs begin a generational process that ensures the species return to their Canadian summer home. As they leave the winter sites in early April, these older butterflies lay eggs in parts of the southern United States and their descendants are the ones that fly north, crossing international borders to be discovered and admired by Canadians in early June. Scientists believe the secret of their navigational prowess may lie in an internal compass calibrated to the position of the sun at different times of year. In the summer and early fall, monarchs move from flower to flower, feasting on nectar. In mid-fall, they travel in large numbers near the shores of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, where they cluster together on trees to form roosts (overnight resting areas) before crossing the lakes. These areas may contain a few hundred to several thousand monarchs. They typically form clusters in the same areas year after year.

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Naturally, monarch populations will vary from winter storm deaths, poor breeding conditions, predators and other pressures. But now, despite their innate inter-generational survival techniques, researchers have noted alarming changes in both the Eastern and Western populations of monarch butterflies, with an 80 percent decline in just 20 years, largely due to habitat loss. Conservationists are concerned that the monarch population could become too low to sustain itself. As a result, the monarch butterfly is identified as a species of Special Concern by both the provincial and federal governments. This means the species could be at risk of becoming threatened or endangered if we don’t take steps to protect it.

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POLLINATOR PARADISE Last fall, The Riverwood Conservancy unveiled its new, 120-square metre Pollinator Paradise, designed to provide habitat and food for a variety of pollinators. From bees, to butterflies, to hummingbirds, each plant in the garden was chosen to provide support to our native pollinators during a time when many species find themselves in decline, particularly in urban areas. The project, which is located on the west side of the lawn in front of Chappell House, also creates a tranquil place to sit and contemplate nature and serves as an educational resource for visiting school classes, special needs programs, and community events. A whopping 40 species of native plants were planted in the garden, which combine to create a diverse ecosystem for the many

species of pollinators that call Riverwood and Mississauga home. Some of the native plants include: giant hyssop, native bee balm, great blue lobelia, big bluestem grass, mountain mint, Canada columbine, wild lupine, coneflower, and cardinal flower. Depending on the season, visitors may also see dozens of species of bees and butterflies, and since Riverwood has implemented host plants for butterflies in the garden, they may see some beautiful caterpillars and cocoons too. The native plants in the garden provide habitat for other species as well, including toads, snakes, rabbits, and an array of birds, including hummingbirds. Native plant gardens can often be low maintenance. Native plants have adapted to the conditions in this area, and so aren't as picky with watering. As a result, native pollinator gardens can be an easier option for people considering gardens in their own yard or balcony.

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In Ontario, there are more than 100 different species of butterflies, just a small portion of the nearly 20,000 different types worldwide. To help support their survival, conservation experts are building more butterfly and pollinator gardens, which offer crucial feeding habitats for butterflies, and encouraging gardeners to include more butterflyfriendly flowers and plants in their home gardens (see our sidebar, Pollinator Paradise at Riverwood Conservancy!) Some of these efforts may be paying off—more monarchs were counted making the annual pilgrimage last year. To learn more about these amazing creatures and their efforts to survive, join me for a new episode of my Big Blue Marble Podcast: The BounceBack Of The Butterfly. https://bigbluemarble.earth/podcast/the-bounceback-of-the-butterfly/

ANWAR KNIGHT is an award-winning broadcaster, whose genuine and warm engaging personality has made him a favourite with audiences nationwide. With an insatiable curiosity, Anwar connects and inspires real-world action through storytelling. He is a passionate steward of nature and is working to propel efforts to preserve our earth. Join Anwar on his podcast BigBlueMarble.earth and his recently launched FBLive show “Here n’ There” every Friday at 1pm facebook.com/AnwarKnightTV LL

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Community Events

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Spring Cottage Life Show

Get ready for cottage season with Cottage Life's annual 35th Spring Cottage Life Show! From cottagers planning a rebuild, a renovation or to make their retreat a year-round destination, the Spring Cottage Life Show has everything. Meet exhibitors showing docks, builders, contractors, innovative building products, green solutions, decor and style, arts and crafts, food and entertaining, water toys and more. The International Centre 6900 Airport Road shows.cottagelife.com/spring-cottage-life-show

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Hazel: 100 Years of Memories

Mississauga’s legend and centurion, Hazel McCallion, is showcased in an historical exhibit through art and displays. Visitors will be surrounded by a plethora of everything Hazel, celebrating 100 years of memories and her life’s journey in colourful art, video and displays. Erin Mills Town Centre Lower level near Hudson’s Bay 5100 Erin Mills Parkway erinmills.ca/events/erinmills-hazel100-years-of-memories

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Rattray Marsh Spring Clean Up

Spring into Nature! Help collect litter along the Waterfront Trail, throughout Rattray Marsh and along the Lake Ontario shoreline. 9:30 am to noon. Rattray Marsh Conservation Area 1180 Lakeshore Road West cvc.ca

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Spring Canadian Pet Expo

Canada’s largest family pet event offers pet families and fanatics safe, interactive fun, pet-focused shopping and all sorts of entertainment—all while promoting responsible pet ownership. Bring your pet! International Centre 6900 Airport Road canadianpetexpo.ca

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Forest Bathing at Riverwood

Rest and rejuvenate through mindful and sensory awareness at Riverwood and deepen your relationship with nature. Experience the benefits of slow-paced wandering in nature with a trained forest therapy guide. $10 to $15. 9 to 10:30 am. Riverwood Conservancy Main Parking Lot, 4150 Riverwood Park Lane theriverwoodconservancy.org

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Annual Spring Craft Market Irish Club of Mississauga

Visit the market to find unique gifts and treats just in time for Easter! This fundraiser offers baked goods, plenty of parking, handicapped accessible, and a raffle and door prize! 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. 4120 Ridgeway Drive #39 Contact kellyirishclub@yahoo.ca irishclubmississauga.ca/spring-market

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10th Annual April Fine Art Show

Arts on the Credit’s 10th Annual Fine Art Show will return to the Waterside Inn to showcase fabulous art from local artists throughout the GTA. Art lovers will discover displays of Southern Ontario’s finest art works, including: ceramics, glass, wood, jewellery, textiles, photography and paintings in oils, acrylics and mixed media. Waterside Inn 15 Stavebank Road South See website for protocol information. artsonthecredit.ca looklocalmagazine.com

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Beginner Birding

Come to Riverwood Conservancy and learn the basics of birdwatching and how to begin identifying them by sound, colour, shape, and size. Please bring binoculars if you have them (if not, you’ll be able to borrow some). No dogs permitted. Please dress for the weather. $5. 9 to 10:30 am. Riverwood Conservancy Main Parking Lot, 4150 Riverwood Park Lane theriverwoodconservancy.org

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SpringIN The Port Block Party

Come on out for dancing, live entertainment, games and great company! 2 to 7 pm. Elizabeth Street South between Lakeshore Road and Port Street

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MSO Annual Spring Used Book Sale

All proceeds raised in this sale go to the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra and the M.S.O. Youth Orchestra to assist with production expenses. Sheridan Village Mall 2225 Erin Mills Pkwy. Lower level at the bottom of the escalator usedbooksale@mississaugasymphony.ca

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19th Annual Mississauga Marathon

One of the most popular multi-day running events in the GTA, the Mississauga Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier and the fastest marathon in Canada. Don’t miss a picturesque run, mainly along the Lake Ontario Waterfront. Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and 2K. Port Credit Memorial Arena, 40 Stavebank Road North mississaugamarathon.com

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Mississauga Marathon Health & Wellness Expo

Packed with great exhibitors. Local residents are welcome and admission is free. Free onsite parking is available. 11 am to 7 pm. Port Credit Memorial Arena 40 Stavebank Road North mississaugamarathon.com Starting

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Re/Max Spring Cleaning Annual Clothing Drive

In support of Habitat for Humanity, drop off your gently used clothing and accessories at one of three locations during the following times and volunteers will be there to accept the donations! Drop off times: Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 2 pm and Monday to Friday 3 to 7pm. April 29 to May 8. Drop off locations: Clarkson Village 1697 Lakeshore Road West Meadowvale 6850 Millcreek Drive Erin Mills 2691 Credit Valley Road, Suite 101

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Landscaping for Birds: Birds in Your Yard

Discover the different birds in your neighbourhood and how to keep them safe. Join CVC’s Melissa Creasey for part one of a free two-part webinar series on creating safe and vibrant yards for local and migratory birds .Learn about the birds that bring colour and birdsong to your yard and community and what you can do to keep them safe and healthy. Online cvc.ca

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Discover Native Plants

Discover top native plants for creating beautiful birdfriendly yards. Join CVC’s Melissa Creasey for part two of a two-part webinar series on creating birdfriendly yards. Learn how to use native plants to create yards and gardens that support local and migratory birds. Discover how native trees and shrubs can attract birds while adding colour to your yard and neighbourhood. Online cvc.ca looklocalmagazine.com

Food & Drink

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FIESTA SIMPLE, FRESH INGREDIENTS = AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD by ILANA CLAMP

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ot quite ready to venture out for Cinco de Mayo this spring? You can easily duplicate the delicious Mexican cuisine that marks this festive occasion from the comfort of your own kitchen. By selecting just a few key ingredients from your local market, you can create authentictasting Mexican dishes this May 5—and anytime!

The hallmarks of Mexican cuisine are fresh, flavourful produce combined with bold, vibrant herbs and spices—but Mexican dishes really come alive when you focus on four simple but essential ingredients: tomatoes, herbs and spices, cheese, and tortillas.

Killer tomatoes It goes without saying that the fresher the tomato, the tastier the dish, particularly when it comes to Mexican cuisine. Things to remember: •

High-quality, fresh tomatoes are key. Look for firm, rosy-red fruits with no soft spots or discolouration.

• Bigger is not always better! Sometimes smaller tomatoes have a more intense, “tomato-y” flavour. • Roma tomatoes are an excellent choice when selecting tomatoes for Mexican dishes, due to their thinner skin and low water content—perfect to simmer in sauces or used raw in a salsa. •

Try a tomatillo! These small- to medium-sized green tomatoes come wrapped in a paper-thin green husk. With their tart flavour, they work well in sauces, salsas or even in a soup. Try using tomatillos in a salsa verde—just make sure you remove the husk.

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Spice it up In Mexican cuisine, herbs and spices are layered into the main ingredients of a recipe, as well as used as a final touch to garnish and give a dish an extra “kick”. You can find high-quality—often authentically Mexican—herbs and spices online, in Mexican grocery stores and in organic or specialty markets. The most important are:

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• Cilantro: Cilantro can be found in almost any grocery store. Use organic when available and make sure it’s super fresh—no wilted stems or yellowing stalks. • Oregano: One of the main herbs used to flavour the liquid stirred into mole and rice dishes, oregano is often combined with thyme and marjoram for a fresh burst of flavour. Try to find Mexican oregano, which is more aromatic, slightly stronger, and contains more essential oil than the oregano we might find in our Canadian kitchens. • Cinnamon: We often think of cinnamon as a “dessert” spice but in Mexican cuisine, you’ll find this complex ingredient ground into moles, added to beverages such as horchata, and as one of three ingredients in traditional recado blanco (along with allspice and oregano). Mexican cinnamon is also known as Ceylon cinnamon, and is different from the typical cinnamon we might use in baking recipes. The Mexican variety has thinner bark, with a crumbly texture, but more importantly has a flavour that is less sharp and “warmer” than its more common counterpart.

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So cheesy For a more authentic Mexican cuisine experience, try moving beyond the “Fiesta Blend” pre-shredded, bagged cheese from your grocery store. Mexican cheese, or “queso”, comes in many varieties, from softer and more fresh-tasting to very firm with a more “aged” taste. Try to find the freshest product you can get, either from a specialty cheese shop or an organic market. Varieties of queso include: Queso Fresco, Queso Fanchego, Requesón and Queso Fotija. Each has its own delicious, unique characteristic. Try them all!

The vessel One of the mainstays of Mexican cuisine, tortillas are used as the base of a dish, as a utensil to scoop up savoury or sweet dishes, or as a wrapper hiding a delicious filling. Unfortunately, the tortillas we tend to see wrapped in plastic at our local grocery store—often doughy, flavourless and limp—are not the ideal ingredient to elevate your home-cooked Mexican dishes. You have a few options in this department. You can find online retailers that sell freshly-made tortillas or reach out to your local Mexican restaurant to see if they can help. (See our helpful Local Links!) You can also try making your own, which does involve a learning curve but can produce amazing results. This is an ideal gluten-free option because you’ll have more control over the ingredients and the cooking process. LL

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The annual celebration of Cinco de Mayo, held on May 5th each year, commemorates the date of Mexico’s victor y over the French army in 1862. The small, poorly equipped Mexican army contingent was victorious over the larger, better armed French forces at the Battle of Puebla. Though it is generally not celebrated outside of Puebla, Cinco de Mayo gained popularity in the United States during the 1940’s and 1950’s as a way of celebrating Mexican-American culture. This celebration is often mistaken for Mexico’s Independence Day, which is the most important national holiday in Mexico, celebrated annually on September 16th. looklocalmagazine.com

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EL JEFE'S FAMOUS NACHOS

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INGREDIENTS • Freshly baked and seasoned tortilla chips • 2oz cheese sauce • 3oz shredded cheddar cheese • 3 oz shredded mozzarella cheese • 2 oz tomatoes • 1 oz onions • 1 oz cilantro • 2 oz pickled jalapeno • 3 oz each sour cream, salsa • 1 tbs El Jefe Special House seasoning

METHOD 1 On a 6x9 baking tray, place a layer of freshly cooked and seasoned tortilla chips.

2 Spread 2oz of cheese sauce evenly over chips, and top with 3oz of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese blend.

3 Place the second layer of chips on top of the first layer. Add another 2oz of cheese sauce, followed by 2oz of pickled jalapeno slices.

4 Add the protein of your choice (if any), and

another 3oz of shredded cheese blend. Make sure the cheese is the top ingredient to protect everything else from drying out and burning!

5 Bake in the oven at 400 degrees for 5 minutes, or until cheese is thoroughly melted.

6 Remove from oven, and top with 3oz of sour cream and 4oz of El Jefe pico de gallo.

7 Finish with a generous sprinkle of El Jefe

House Seasoning (Tajin works great as a substitute!) and a healthy dose of fresh cilantro—and guac if you are feeling frisky. Devour. PREPARED BY

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