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CANADIAN LIVING JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2021 | 3

Have we ever been more primed to say “so long” to

one year and welcome in a new one? Although things

are still far from perfect, we’re feeling a renewed sense

of hope for the future with the turning of the calendar

page, and looking forward to—at some point in 2021!—

setting the reset button on life.

balance of stories that consider both the reality of our

present circumstances and a few ways to make the

days a little better until the COVID-19 tide truly turns.

some pointers on what aspects to review. If you’re feel-

ing a little faint after that exercise, it’s okay to indulge

in some self-care—yes, really—because in “The Science

of Self-Care,” on page 48, we run down the facts behind

the rituals that keep us sane, and why we need them.

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front, whether it’s with a lick of paint or a textured toss

cushion, in our Home & Garden section. After staring

at the same walls and furniture for almost a year now,

we all deserve a few well-placed enhancements. And

if you’ve been spending an inordinate amount of time

looking at your laptop from the comfort of your bed

(who hasn’t?), our primer on what to look for in a new

mattress means the way you lounge around won’t

seem like a scene from The Princess and the Pea.

But we haven’t forgotten that it’s winter, after all,

so our feature food stories are chockfull of yummy

recipes that make the most of the season: Sausage,

Cabbage & Apple Soup, followed by Chocolate

Hazelnut Fondue, don’t mind if we do! For those

who are starting the new year with a resolution to

eat more mindfully, it’s worth noting that all our

Quick & Easy recipes this issue are vegan.

Finally, our interviews with two women who

inspire us with their strength and indomitable spirit

will feed your soul. Powerhouse actor Viola Davis

talks inner beauty and being true to yourself on page

24, and on page 42 we learn from AccessNow founder

and CEO Maayan Ziv about the how the app she cre-

ated is addressing the importance of accessibility.

of us in 2021, but we like to think that stories like

these provide a glow of light at the end of the tunnel.

We don’t know what will happen this year, but by

allowing ourselves to learn, to stay positive and to

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from the editors

Warming dishes full of flavour-ful spices and hearty ingredi-ents are front and centre this issue. Take a look at page 90 for the recipe for this delicious Asian Beef & Ginger Soup.

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WHAT'S NEWThe latest trends from

the world of beauty

BODY CAREBanish dry skin with

simple steps and

advice from an expert

SKIN CAREHow to enjoy radiant

skin all winter long

HAND CAREOur top picks for the

best sanitizers with

hydrating benefits

PROFILEViola Davis shares her

empowering story of

self-worth

SPOTLIGHTA selection of warming

wood-scented products

HAIR CARETips for keeping

dandruff at bay

EFFORTLESS CHICNatural earth tones star

in this season’s cozy

and stylish attire

ESSENTIALSComfy leggings styled

multiple ways

FRAGRANCEBeautifully scented hair

perfumes to keep your

locks smelling good

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Fashion & Beauty

Check out this year’s

paint trends!

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QUICK & EASYDelicious vegan dishes for weeknight dinners GREAT CATCHEpic recipes that showcase Canadian fish and seafood

FUN WITH FONDUEFlavourful fondues make eating in more enjoyable

WHERE THE HEART ISHearty, satisfying soups and chowders that warm the soul

LAST BITEProtein-packed quinoa takes centre stage in this delicious granola

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MONEY TALKSFive personal financial systems to review for the new year INSPIRING WOMENWe spoke with Maayan Ziv about the importance of accessibility

TRENDSPOTTINGHome decor trends for the season ahead

PAINT TRENDSOur top picks from 2021 palettes for colour inspiration

MATTRESS 101Tips to consider before purchasing your next mattress

PHOTOGRAPHY, TANGO

FOOD STYLING, NATALY SIMARD

PROP STYLING, CAROLINE SIMON

I N E V E R Y I S S U E

3 FROM THE EDITORS 8 REAL LIFE MADE SIMPLE

12 COOK THE COVER 97 RECIPE INDEX

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Health & Fitness

Home & Garden

Life & Community Cook & Eat

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SUPERFOODCayenne pepper’s active ingredient, capsaicin, has many health benefits WELLNESSLearn about the science of self-care

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ART DIRECTOR Caroline Collin

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CREATIVITY

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Crate and Kids and the Jane Goodall Institute have entered into an exclusive partnership and the result

is nothing but adorable. The collection of children’s furniture and accessories celebrates wildlife with playful, whimsical and

educational designs. What kid wouldn’t want to hang

out in their own little jungle?The Jane Goodall Institute x Crate and Kids

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Cupping is an ancient

Chinese technique for

increasing blood circ-

ulation, easing tension

and firming up the skin,

and it’s made its way

into North American

spas in recent years.

Canadian organic skin-

care company Province

Apothecary has now

introduced a new facial

cupping set, which you

can easily use at home

to smooth wrinkles and

revitalize your visage.

PROVINCE

APOTHECARY

Sculpting +

Toning Facial

Cupping Set,

$29, province

apothecary.ca.

Foodie Follow Share your CL creations with

us on Instagram and tag us with #CLgetcooking like

@benefit_pro, who made our Sweet Potato Soup with Coriander topped with

Dukkah (November 2020). Nothing warms the soul more than a perfectly spiced soup!

Follow us @canadianliving

STAR PLANTAll-natural, plant-rich formulations that provide ultimate moisture and protection for your skin are what has made Weleda a top-selling brand in natu-ral skin- and body-care products for 100 years. The company’s newest launch features refreshing prickly pear cactus extract as the star ingredient. Able to hold moisture in the skin while remaining lightweight, prickly pear is blended with aloe vera in this line of facial products to ensure beautiful, hydrated skin all day long.

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WELEDA Sheer

Hydration Eye Gel,

$30, Moisture Mist,

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$30, well.ca.

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HAND SAVERYou’ve probably gone through more hand sanitizer in the last

few months than you did in your whole pre-pandemic

life, and your hands are feel-ing dry and itchy, no? Made in Canada, PAUME is a new brand of sanitizer that nour-ishes the skin while it pro-

tects, and notes of citrus and cedar mean it doesn’t leave you smelling like you’ve just

had a shot of vodka! The packaging is made with the environment in mind, too, with refillable bottles for

travel and home.

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travel and home.

PAUME Moisturizing

Antibacterial Hand Gel

Essentials Kit, $78,

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HEADING IN

THE RIGHT

DIRECTION With its grey hue fram-

ing the face, a blush pink

top and a fuzzy pom-

pom, this stylish toque

from Joe Fresh will keep

your noggin wonderfully

warm and you looking

winter chic.

IN BLOOMLet’s face it: Winter weather means donning layer after layer of clothing. But it doesn’t mean a base top can’t be stylish and pretty. This floral one is sweet and stylish and will make you feel warm yet fresh as a spring flower while wearing it. Larosa Midweight Base Layer TOP in Avant

Garden, $100, burton.com.

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TOQUE, $16,

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6KINDNESS Counts

in 2021There’s no better way to begin a new year than

by finding a way to give back. The World Wildlife Fund is making donating easy and meaningful with its adoption kits. There are

more than 40 to choose from, each highlight-ing an endangered species. You’ll receive an adoption certificate, information pamphlet, plush animal, poster and reusable gift bag.

World Wildlife Fund

ADOPTION KITS,

$45 each, wwf.ca.



8MIX IT, MIX

IT GOOD For all you foodies out there,

this beautiful appliance will

bring some serious luxury

into your kitchen. Breville’s

The Bakery Chef stand mixer

is designed with the heavy-

duty construction and profes-

sional quality the established

brand is known for, and now

it comes in a sophisticated

new hue—Damson Blue—that

takes this standout counter

piece to the next level.

Breville The Bakery

Chef STAND MIXER,

$600, breville.ca.

10NIGHTTIME RENEWAL

Lactic acid, glycolic acid and vitamin A come together in this

luxurious overnight resurfacing treat-ment that leaves your skin looking

brighter and feeling super smooth. Plus, its lotion-like tex-

ture absorbs quickly so you won’t have

any residue on your pillow.

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Overnight Facial Peel, $27,

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Compact CLEAN

Fifteen seconds is all it takes for

Rowenta’s new innovative fold-

able steamer to be ready to use.

Lightweight and compact, the

multi-purpose machine is easy to

use and to store, even if you’ve

got limited space. Not only does

it smooth wrinkles on clothing

and other fabrics, it also kills up

to 99.9 percent of bacteria, mites,

odors, pollens and allergens for

impeccably fresh fabrics.

Rowenta X-Cel Steam Pocket STEAMER,

$90, thebay.com.

9Beats by Dr. Dre

Beats Flex, $70,

apple.com.

Sophisticated SOUND

We’re loving these smart earbuds from Beats by Dr. Dre. High tech

Class 1 Bluetooth technology means extended range, plus these earphones have custom acoustic performance with low distortion,

making for easy, comfortable listening…for up to 12 hours, to boot. Coming in early 2021, the

colour Flame Blue is our favourite.

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PHOTOGRAPHY TANGO | FOOD STYLING NATALY SIMARD

PROP STYLING CAROLINE SIMON

FONDUE

COOK THE COVER

Dive (or should we say dip?) into this

rich and creamy fondue that’s perfect for

savouring on a cold winter’s night.

DOUBLE CHEDDAR & CIDER FONDUE

MAKES 4 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 30 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES

Fondue500 g shredded aged Cheddar cheese 175 g shredded smoked Cheddar cheese 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 1/4 cups apple cider or natural apple juice 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp apple butter 2 tsp apple brandy (optional) 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 clove garlic

2 apples, sliced 2 pears, sliced2 cups green grapes 2 cups button mushrooms 2 cups small cauliflower and/or broccoli florets, blanched250 g chorizo sausage, slicedcrusty Italian bread, toasted and cut into cubes

Fondue In large bowl, combine

top. Using hands, mix together to

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Arrange apples, pears, grapes,

platter for dipping.

PER SERVING OF FONDUE about 728 cal, 39 g pro, 54 g total fat

(35 g sat. fat), 21 g carb (trace dietary fibre, 10 g sugar), 173 mg

chol, 1,335 mg sodium, 0.5 mg iron.

DOUBLE CHEDDAR & CIDER

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Natural hair tex-tures are totally

on-trend. Whether your tresses are curly, coarse,

frizzy or fine, let your locks down and be yourself!

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trendingnowThe hottest products and latest news

from the world of beauty.

bejewelled kiss

THIS HIGH-PRECISION

LIPSTICK DELIVERS

MAKEUP-ARTIST RESULTS

EVERY TIME. NOT ONLY

DOES IT SHINE FROM A

DISTANCE, BUT IT ALSO

HYDRATES AND SOFTENS

YOUR POUT WITH

INGREDIENTS LIKE AMINO

ACIDS AND CAMELLIA OIL.

MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge

Artist Sparkle Lipstick in

Glistening Spinel, $31, sephora.ca.

SAVING FACE

Composed of four layers of

tempered glass, this sticky

film for iPhones is designed

to protect your skin from

the harmful effects of high

energy visible light (HEV),

which can accelerate signs of

aging like dull skin, hyper-

pigmentation and loss of col-

lagen. Best of all, it contains

anti-microbial silver ions to

help keep your phone and

skin clear of bacteria.

SAVE FACE Blue Light Blocking IRL

Filter iPhone 6/7/8 Plus, $42,

thedetoxmarket.ca.

DAILY

DOSE

The Elizabeth Arden capsule

family is growing! The new-

est offering contains a pre-

cious ultra-concentrated

serum with hyaluronic acid

and ceramides. Use one in

the morning and one at night

for plumper, more deeply

hydrated skin. As always,

the capsule casings are

100-percent biodegradable.

ELIZABETH ARDEN Hyaluronic

Acid Ceramide Capsules Hydra-

Plumping Serum, $110/60 capsules,

elizabetharden.com.

FASHION & BEAUTY what’s new


EYES WIDE OPEN

CURL YOUR LASHES TO THE MAX WITH A

MASCARA THAT DEFINES AND VOLUMIZES

IN JUST ONE SWEEP. IT’S ENRICHED WITH

COTTON NECTAR, SO IT SOFTENS AND

PROTECTS THE LASHES, TOO. BONUS!

THIS LIMITED EDITION COMES IN

SPARKLING SILVER GLITTER.

DIOR Diorshow Iconic Overcurl

Mascara in Iconic Sequins,

$37, thebay.com.

SHOOT THE MOON

This sparkly liner-shadow combo

has a luscious, creamy texture that

makes it super easy to apply. Use the

fine brush to draw a soft line along

your lashes, or dab on over your lids

for a bolder look that shines bright!

LISE WATIER Stardust Glitter Liner & Shadow

in Borealis, $27, lisewatier.com. star power

Celebrity makeup artist

Mario Dedivanovic has released

a new makeup collection at

Sephora, so now you can

access his genius from the

comfort of your own home.

Makeup by Mario features

professional tools and formulas

inspired by the philosophies

and techniques Mario has

developed over his 20-year

career. We love this earthy

matte eyeshadow palette and

the translucent highlighter that

you can apply anywhere.

MAKEUP BY MARIO Master Secret Glow

Highlighter in Expensive, $29, sephora.ca.

MAKEUP BY MARIO Master Mattes

Eyeshadow Palette, $64, sephora.ca.

REST EASY

Let the scent of lavender take you

into dreamland with this limited-

edition sleeping mask. Overnight,

hyaluronic acid comes to the res-

cue of your dehydrated winter

complexion so you’ll wake up to

smooth, moisturized skin.

LANEIGE Lavender Water Sleeping

Mask, $33, sephora.ca.


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Cold weather and

at-home heating

come together

to create major

fluctuations in

temperature, and

that can mean dry

skin in no time!

Tightness, redness,

flaking and itching

can be overcome

with these simple

steps and advice

from an expert.

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instantly, which, in turn, makes you

want to do it again and again,” says

Dr. Abdulla. In addition, saliva con-

tains digestive enzymes that dam-

age the skin barrier.

Monitor the humidity level inside

your home so it doesn’t drop below

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ing winter,” says the dermatologist.

Gentle scrubs or mild lactic acid

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skin already sensitized by cold and

dehydration.”

hydrating ingredients on product

labels, including ceramides, hyal-

uronic acid, vitamin B5, glycerin

or shea butter. You can even add

an oil to your usual cream. “It may

the body, but care should be taken

Dr. Abdulla.

Cauuusseeees

the cold season are well-known—

weather conditions, such as intense

cold and high winds, plus the heat-

ing that dries indoor air and hot

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drate the skin by compromising

the skin barrier,” says Dr. Sonya

Abdulla, a dermatologist based in

Toronto. Taking a long hot bath

but it’s best to limit that indulgence

since it can really dry out the skin.

certain skin disorders like eczema,

rosacea or psoriasis, as they can be

exacerbated by winter conditions.

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dry, start protecting the skin barrier

skin is still damp.

Pay special attention to sensitive

where very thin and more exposed

skin is prone to dehydration. The

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ping, so don’t skimp on the lip balm

and, above all, avoid licking them.

“When you lick your lips, the mois-

This gentle hand wash

contains hypoaller-

genic ingredients and

zero fragrance.

ATTITUDE Extra Gentle Natural

Hand Soap, $7.50, well.ca.

We love a

repairing hand

cream that

doesn’t leave a

greasy residue.

MALIN + GOETZ

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YYYOOOOUUURRR HHHANNNDDSS Exposed to cold and various

irritants on a daily basis, the

skin of our hands can suffer.

And even more so these days,

when we’re disinfecting several

times a day. Dr. Abdulla recom-

mends using unscented non-

soap cleansers, which are more

gentle on the skin, to wash

your hands. Be careful, though,

because these products are

not all created equal. Opt for

hand sanitizers that contain at

least 60 percent pharma-

ceutical grade ethanol devoid

of fragrance and dyes, and fol-

low up with moisturizer to

rebuild the skin barrier.

As contradictory as it sounds,

water can also dry out the

hands. After each washing, dry

them well by patting—not rub-

bing—them with a soft towel.

“In the case of repeated expo-

sure, like while doing dishes,

protect your hands by wearing

gloves,” suggests the expert.

DDDRYYY OR DDEEHHYYYDRATEEED??

Dry skin isn’t necessarily dehydrated skin, and vice versa.

“The top layer of the epidermis is made up of a hydrolipidic

layer, which is water, sweat, sebum and lipids,” explains

Dr. Sonya Abdulla. If dehydrated skin lacks water, dry skin

suffers instead from deficiencies in lipids essential to the

skin barrier function. “While you can experience both dry

and dehydrated skin throughout the year, it’s clear that

dehydration is more common from November to March.

In winter, all skin types, even oily, are more sensitive and

can become dehydrated,” warns the expert.


In the shower, this silky-

textured oil creates a fine and

delicate foam that cleanses

without drying out the skin.

Its formula, enriched with

almond and grapeseed oils, is

a great substitute for shaving

cream or bubble bath.

L’OCCITANE Almond Shower Oil,

$29, loccitane.com.

The fragile skin of the

lips requires special

care. To heal chapped

skin, this balm relies

on hempseed oil, which

is rich in essential

fatty acids.

BURT’S BEES Hemp

Moisturizing Lip Balm, $6,

shoppersdrugmart.ca.

Put an end to the

itch nightmare by

generously applying

this emollient that’s

made to balance the

skin’s microbiome.

Rich in nourishing

shea butter and anti-

inflammatory

niacinamide, this

unscented balm is

ideal for skin that

suffers from eczema.

LA ROCHE-POSAY

Lipikar Baume AP+M, $25,

laroche-posay.ca.

8 ESSENTIALSTESTED &

APPROVED

Shea, bacuri and cupuaçu

butters and caviar lime and

mulberry leaf extracts comprise

this luxurious cream that smells

of sandalwood and tangerine.

It only takes a small amount

to deeply hydrate the skin.

GOOP GoopGenes Nourishing Repair Body

Butter, $75, sephora.ca.

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This cleanser specifically

designed for very dry skin

relies on the soothing effects

of organic Rhealba Oats, the

brand’s star ingredient. The

result? Relief from flaking,

stinging and itching skin.

A-DERMA Xeraconfort Anti-Dryness

Cleansing Cream, $23, shoppersdrugmart.ca.

In addition to ridding the

skin of dead cells both

chemically and physically,

your body will also benefit

from this formulation’s

invigorating properties of

pink grapefruit and

tangerine essential oils.

KARINE JONCAS 5 in 1 Firming

Body Peel with Citrus, $33,

karinejoncas.ca.

A hydrating milk that

has it all, this one is

quickly absorbed and

doesn’t leave a greasy

film, all while reducing

the feeling of tightness

and itching.

DR. HAUSCHKA Med Ice Plant

Body Care Lotion, $65,

drhauschka.ca.

Access to the spa is restricted

during the pandemic, but

never mind, you can recreate

the Zen atmosphere at home

thanks to this concoction

of organic argan, jojoba and

vitamin E oils.

STROM SPA NORDIQUE Boréal Hair and

Body Oil, $40, stromspa.com.


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you

If you feel like your

skin’s been looking

lacklustre lately, don't

fret. You can get rid

of that dull complex-

ion and enjoy radiant

skin all winter long!

TEXT JESSICA DOSTIE

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REMOVE DEAD SKIN

It’s natural to think that if you have

dry, flaky skin, you shouldn’t exfoliate,

but that’s not the case—in fact, the

truth is the exact opposite. If you’ve

got dry, mature skin, exfoliating will

remove dead cells and oxygenate

the dermis, boosting circulation and

stimulating cell renewal, which in

turn gives you that healthy glow.

Whether you opt for a mechanical

exfoliation or a chemical peel, the

goal is the same: to rid the skin of

dead cells that make it appear dull.

Very easy to use, mechanical scrubs

(made with fine particles) are applied

to skin in circular movements, while

chemical exfoliators, a.k.a. peels, dis-

lodge dead cells using the dissolving

action of fruit acids or other enzymes.

Try to exfoliate twice a week with

either option.

PROTECT WITH MOISTURIZER

As soon as the weather changes, the

skin starts to feel dry, especially when

the furnace comes on Now’s the time

to ramp up your moisturizing game.

Switch out your summer lotion for a

deeply hydrating cream, which will

also act as a barrier for extra protec-

tion. And don’t forget, just because

it’s winter, it doesn’t mean you can

skip the sunscreen!

LET MAKEUP WORK FOR YOU

For an instant boost of radiance,

makeup is your friend. Start with

a highlighting base that you apply

under a tinted cream, or choose a

found ation enriched with reflec tive

particles for a healthy glow. Use a

highlighter on the top of the cheek-

bones and the brows.

1. LISE WATIER The Perfect Cream Multi-Tasking

Moisturizer, $35, lisewatier.com.

2. FUNCTIONALAB Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50,

$50, dermapure.com. 3. ILIA BEAUTY Liquid Light

Serum Highlighter, $54, well.ca. 4. THE BODY

SHOP Vitamin C Glow Boosting Micro-

dermabrasion, $23, thebodyshop.com. 5. LAURA

MERCIER The Perfect Cream. $88, thebay.com.

Our product picks

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Easy breezy and soothing, AG Body

Care’s spray is loaded with vitamin E,

glycerine and aloe vera.

AG BODY CARE Hands Free Clean Hand

Sanitizer Spray, $15, aghair.com.

bacteria!Bye bye,

BKIND's naturally for-

mulated sanitizer is

made with organic

aloe vera leaf juice,

and citrus and euca-

lyptus essential oils.

BKIND Lotus Aroma Hand Gel

Sanitizer Lemon & Eucalyptus,

$15, bkind.com.

This ultra-hydrating

disinfectant spray

contains cucumber

extract, provitamin

B5 and hyaluronic

acid. Triple duty!

KARINE JONCAS Hand

Sanitizer On-the-Go, $15,

karinejoncas.ca.

This lemony fresh

blend contains

aloe and calen dula

extract as well as

lemon and sage

essential oils.

ONEKA Hand

Sanitizer Lemon, $8,

onekaelements.com.

Keep calm and clean

with a natural formula-

tion like this one that

combines eucalyptus,

tea tree and manuka oils

with lemongrass and

lavender floral water.

NALA Free-From Hand Sanitizer,

$13, nalacare.com.

Super moistur-

izing, this blend

of tea tree oil and

aloe vera from

Vivier will keep

your hands feeling

smooth and clean.

VIVIER Hand Sanitizer,

$12, etiket.ca.

hand care FASHION & BEAUTY

Hand sanitizers are now a part of our everyday

routine, but they can often take a toll on our

skin. Here we’ve chosen the best formulas with

hydrating benefits, so you can avoid cracked,

dry hands this winter.


FASHION & BEAUTY profile

From Broadway to big-screen hits and must-watch TV,

Viola Davis has become a genuine star commanding every

stage. Her latest role as a L’Oréal Paris spokesperson allows

the multi-award winning actor (she’s one letter shy of an

EGOT), newly minted producer and fearless activist to share

her empowering message of self-worth with a whole new

audience. In September 2020, we had a chance to celebrate

TIFF with Davis (virtually, of course!) through an inspiring talk

about the valuable lessons that have shaped her track record

of breaking barriers in front of, and behind, the camera.

TEXT INGRIE WILLIAMS

In addition to being

nominated and

winning many other

awards, Viola made

history at the 2015

Emmys as the first

woman of colour

to win the award

for Outstanding

Lead Actress in

a Drama Series.

DavisViola

VIOLA FOR THE WIN

The accomplished actor famously attended the

2012 Oscars sporting her natural hair texture.

QHow does it feel to

be a L’Oréal Paris

spokesperson?

It feels fabulous when I can have conversations about real beauty…about worth. Because some-thing that is absolutely

seared in my heart is the first time I saw a woman saying you’re worth it. It was like a mother hold-ing your face and telling you that she loves you just for being exactly

who you are. And that’s what I feel I have a chance

to give women in the world, to impart that

message to them. It feels really awesomely pur-poseful to me. I love it!

QHow has your

approach to activism

changed as you’ve

grown older?

You have to channel it in some way, in order for

change to happen. Activism is all of it,

everything from the per-sonal conversations you have among friends and family to voting. That’s

what’s involved with slaying dragons. It needs

a lot of swords.

QYou famously attended

the 2012 Oscars

with your natural hair

texture. What lesson

did you learn from

that moment?

I’ve learned the lesson of courage. Sometimes the fear and the anxiety is crippling; it’s the step-ping into it that counts.

I learned that Hollywood is a place where you’re always trying to fit in

and somehow who you are gets buried. That was a big lesson in

authenticity, in I can’t be anybody else but who I am. So that’s what I did, I stripped away every-

thing and it was just

Viola that showed up. I was just pleasing

an audience of one, and that audience of

one was me.

QFitness is big part of

your lifestyle—why is it

important to you?

I’m a workout person, I love it! I feel like it lets out my anxiety, it makes me look better for me.

I believe it’s the one gift I give myself. And, listen,

if there’s one thing we have taken from 2020

it’s that there’s no price tag you can put on

health. If you don’t have your health, you have nothing. I’m 55 now, which I’m very proud

of by the way, and I can’t tell you how

great I feel.

QYou graced the cover of Vanity

Fair last July. Why was that a

significant experience?The significance is what I saw as a lack

of representation of women of colour on

magazine covers. I certainly have never

seen a lot of us, especially women with

dark skin. It felt like busting another door

open. It was a way for me to then cele-

brate my beauty on the cover of a mag-

azine. People don’t understand how

important that is because beauty is you.

So, if there is a deficit, if there is no one

on magazine covers that looks like you

then it sends a concrete message. It felt

meaningful for me to be on that cover.

VIOLA, VERIFIED

1. What song

is on repeat on

your playlist?

THIS IS ME, FROM THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

MUSICAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK.

2. Coffee or cocktail?COCKTAIL. LATELY IT’S BEEN AN INDIA PALE

ALE BEER.

3. What’s your

WFH essential?

MY BATHROBE!

4. Early bird or

night owl?

I’M BOTH! IT’S THE ARTIST THING. I’M FUELED BY

SHOW GIRL HOURS...AND MOM HOURS.

5. Mascara or

lipstick—which

would you choose

to be Zoom-ready

quickly?

LIPSTICK.

L’ORÉAL PARIS Age

Perfect Hydrating Core

Lipstick in Sublime Red,

$14, lorealparis.ca.

ou have 5 now,

y proud y, and u how el.

Sublime Red is Viola’s go-to

lipstick shade.


FASHION & BEAUTY spotlight

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Sustainably har-

vested from Ecuador,

palo santo—which

means “holy wood”—

is a wild tree native

to Central and South

America. Like smudg-

ing with sage, burn-

ing palo santo is said

to purify space and

bring healing energy.

Delight in the scent

and effects of this

sacred sprig.

PALO Palo Santo Bundle,

$10, palobyaimeemia.com.

This blend of balsam

fir, black spruce,

cedar leaf, fennel and

pine needle essential

oils is as invigor ating

as taking a brisk walk

through a forest.

Transport yourself to

the great outdoors

by adding five to 15

drops to your diffuser.

LOHN Nord Essential Oil

Blend, $24, shoplohn.com.

No fireplace? No

problem! Cue up the

fireplace channel on

Netflix and light this

heavenly candle for a

rustic, hearthside feel

redolent of smoky

pine, fir and cedar.

T. LEES Woodsmoke

Candle, $24, tlees.co.

An uplifting frag-

rance that marries

twice-distilled Texas

cedar and wild-

harvested Atlas

Mountain cedar, this

100-percent naturally

formulated blend is

a breath of fresh air.

ABEL Green Cedar Eau

de Parfum, $105/15 ml,

miljours.studio.

A charcoal-based

incense that captures

the essence of the

southwestern North

American piñon pine

tree smells of earthy

pine, spicy black

pepper and sweet

vanilla. It’s sure to

warm you up on

even the coldest of

winter nights.

P.F. CANDLES CO.

Piñon Incense, $11/15

sticks, exvoto.ca.

Envelop yourself in the intoxicating

fragrance of a forest of evergreens or

the aroma of a campfire’s glowing embers

with these wood-scented products that

wrap around you like a warm blanket.

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FASHION & BEAUTY hair care

Tired of flurries on

your shoulders?

We’ve got the top

tips for keeping

dandruff at bay

this winter.

TEXT MARIÈVE INOUE

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One of the most

common scalp

problems, dandruff

is considered a

mild form of sebor-

rheic dermatitis.

Causes include an

irritated and oily

scalp or over-

growth of a yeast-

like fungus

(malassezia), but

dandruff may also

be related to other

skin conditions like

psoriasis and

eczema. Factors

such as a weak-

ened immune

system, certain

medical conditions,

sensitivity to hair-

care products,

dry skin, stress or

diet may also

be involved.

Dandruff usually

responds well to

over-the-counter

treatments. There

are many options

available, such as

antibacterial and

antifungal prod-

ucts that contain

ingredients like

zinc pyrithione,

selenium sulfide

and ketoconazole.

Coal tar-based

shampoos may

ease symptoms

due to psoriasis,

but use caution

because they can

discolour the hair.

Salicylic acid may

help lessen scale

but can also lead to

dryness, so follow

up with a hydrat-

ing anti-dandruff

conditioner.

There are alterna-

tive ingredients in

natural products

that may also ease

the symptoms of

dandruff. Coconut

oil is well-known

for its moisturizing

and anti microbial

properties. Tea tree

oil has powerful

antimicrobial and

anti-inflammatory

qualities that may

reduce dandruff

and calm irritation.

Soothing aloe is

reputed to lessen

scale and itchiness.

Choose a regimen

that works for you.

Sometimes one

type of treatment

works for a time,

then loses efficacy,

so try switching

between two types.

If symptoms persist

or get worse, don’t

hesitate to make an

appointment with

your doctor or

dermatologist.

LIFE

HHHHAAACCCCKSSSCleanse regularly

with a gentle shampoo and massage the scalp to reduce oil and skin

cell buildup.

Keep your scalp mois-

turized, especially if you’re prone to dry skin.

Don’t scratch! Irritation causes itchiness, and scratching increases irritation, leading to

a vicious cycle.

Relax: Stress may agg-ravate dandruff, and

while malassezia is not caused by stress, it can thrive if your immune

system is compromised.

Eat a healthy diet with enough zinc, B vitamins and essential fatty acids.

Get outdoors: Sunlight may help suppress

the fungus that causes dandruff, but be sure

to wear sunblock!

Limit the use of

products like dry shampoo that may

cause buildup.

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1. RENÉ FURTERER Complexe 5 Stimulating Plant

Concentrate with Warming Essential Oils, $53,

matandmax.com. 2. LUSH Superbalm Scalp Treatment,

$25, lush.ca. 3. THE GREEN BEAVER COMPANY

Invigorating Tea Tree Conditioner, $13, well.ca. 4. HEAD & SHOULDERS Supreme Purify & Hydrate Shampoo, $9,

walmart.ca. 5. NEUTROGENA T/Gel Therapeutic

Shampoo Original Formula, $10, amazon.ca.

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effortless chic FASHION & BEAUTY

I BEG YOUR

CARDIGAN?

A textured open-front

cardi is the perfect

topper for this chic

monochromatic look.

Sweater Bralette TOP, $25,

dynamiteclothing.com. Henny

CARDIGAN, $169, olsen.ca.

Suave Wide Leg PANTS,

$60, dynamiteclothing.com.

EARRINGS, $32, pilgrim

jewellery.ca. BRACELET,

$26/3-piece set, zara.com.

Natural earthy tones star in this

season’s trendiest attire. And

that’s not all—every piece of

clothing we feature here is meant

to make you feel cozy, comfort-

able and, of course, stylish.

TEXT MARIANNE DAVIDSON

WINTER,

CHILL


SHORT &

SWEET

Yes, we know it’s

winter, but that

doesn’t mean a pair of

knit shorts can’t be in

your WFH wardrobe

this season. These

high-waisted ones are

both cozy and cool.

Linen Patch Pocket BLAZER,

$350, michaelkors.ca. Wool-

blend Knit SHORTS, $40, zara.

com. NECKLACE, $88, RING,

$48, pilgrimjewellery.ca.


SOFT AS

SILK

Flowing and smooth,

a silk-blend skirt and

top makes for an

effortlessly dressed-

up ensemble.

Short Sleeve SWEATER in

Aluminum, $265, Drawstring

SKIRT in Aluminim, $365,

silklaundry.ca. Knit Corset

TOP, $30, zara.com. Leather

Oluria BOOTS, $220,

aldoshoes.com. EARRINGS,

$29, pilgrimjewellery.ca.

WELL

DRESSED

Elegance abounds

when wide-leg trou-

sers, sleek grey boots,

a trendy headband

and a long button-up

cardigan are combined.

Wilfred Spa Dress V-neck

CARDIGAN in Heather Birch,

$178, aritzia.com. Pull-on

Relaxed PANTS in Grey,

$165, uchuumontreal.com.

HEADBAND, $12, aldoshoes.

com. Ankle BOOTS,

$40, hm.com/ca.


TIED &

TRUE

This casual knit

hoody and reversible

teddy-bear-style

chapeau are a totally

cozy pairing.

Reversible leather Teddy HAT,

$190, cosstores.com. The

Group by Babaton Luxe

Cashmere Hoodie SWEATER

in Oak, $198, aritzia.com.


HORSING

AROUND

This silk dress is

playful yet sophisti-

cated, and totally

warmed up with

a knit sweater and

wool socks.

90s Silk Slip DRESS in

Horses, $320, silklaundry.ca.

Collared Rib Knit SWEATER

in White, $40, hm.com/ca.

EARRINGS, $15, Wool

SOCKS, $16, simons.ca.


WRAPPED UP

The rust-hued pants

of this look are super

chic, especially when

donned with like-

coloured toppers.

Ethos Open Long CARDIGAN,

$70, dynamiteclothing.com.

Soft Satin Pull-On Jogger

PANTS, $90, rw-co.com.

SCARF with Fringe, $15,

hm.com/ca. EARRINGS $79,

pilgrimjewellery.ca.


ONELEGGINGS

FASHION & BEAUTY essentials

3 LOOKSAah, ultimate comfort.

Leggings aren’t just the

simple stretchy cotton

pieces they used to be.

These days, you can find

the cozy pants in a range

of designs and materials

that make them look like

denim, leather, wool and

even skinny slacks, all

perfect for dressing up,

down or in between.


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leggings with a standout

pullover and combat

boots for a casual-cool

aesthetic.

Sleeveless Bodycon Mockneck

TOP, $60, rw-co.com. TNA

Polar Zip Leopard Print Fleece

SWEATER, $88, aritzia.com.

Sybille BOOTS, $140,

aldoshoes.com.

LEGGINGS,

lechateau.com.*

PAIR OF


These versatile

pieces are fit

to wear any

time of year,

but we love them

most during the

wet and snowy

months, as they

easily tuck into

winter boots.

GET THE

LOOKFeeling inspired? There

are plenty of these stylish

leggings on the market.

wowA leather-look

blazer topping a

cute graphic tee, plus

accessories in hues

that pop, make this

outfit shine.

Printed T-SHIRT in White/Cat,

$15, hm.com/ca. Faux leather

BLAZER, lechateau.com.*

Wool-blend BERET, $15,

hm.com/ca. Denim Fabric

Shoulder BAG, $40, zara.com.

Legivia BOOTS, $110,

callitspring.com.

workThe straight-lined,

slim cut of these pants

pairs perfectly with an

oversize sweater and

some shiny loafers.

Wide-collared SHIRT, $30,

hm.com/ca. Knit SWEATER in

White, $30, hm.com/ca. Long

Double Breasted Twill COAT,

$200, rw-co.com. Vegan

leather Vava LOAFERS in

Black, $55, callitspring.com.

Addition Elle Solid Denim

LEGGINGS with Elastic Waistband,

$36, penningtons.com.

Faux Suede LEGGINGS,

$29, joefresh.ca.

Sparkly LEGGINGS,

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These hair perfumes boast beautiful

scents that will keep your locks smelling

as good as they look!

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whip your hair back and forth

SCENT PROFILE:

Fresh notes of

may rose and

jasmine with

citrus and vanilla.

CHANEL N°5 The Hair

Mist, $72, chanel.com.

SCENT PROFILE:

Mirsalehi

honey with

light floral

notes.

GISOU Mini Honey

Infused Hair Perfume,

$58, sephora.ca.

SCENT PROFILE:

Red berries,

pomegranate,

cherries

and rose.

THE BODY SHOP

Pomegranate &

Red Berries Hair &

Body Mist, $18,

thebodyshop.com.

SCENT PROFILE:

Fresh floral blend

of ylang ylang,

Damascus rose,

neroli, magnolia

and jasmine.

DIOR J’adore Hair Mist,

$65, thebay.com.


SCENT PROFILE:

Sensual aromas

of amber, ylang

ylang, oud, vanilla,

sandalwood

and violet.

RAINCRY Scent Brun

Advanced Hair Mist,

$72, raincry.com.

SCENT PROFILE:

Floral notes of

gardenia, jasmine,

orange flower.

plus a hint of

Tahitian vanilla.

HUDA BEAUTY Kayali

Déjà Vu White

Flower Hair Mist, $50,

hudabeauty.com.

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motivation of the month

ROSE, THORN

AND BUD

Here’s a quick game you can play on your

own or with your bubble to inspire

mindfulness in the new year. Allow each person five minutes to share their rose, thorn

and bud of the day (or the past year): The rose is some-thing positive that

happened, the thorn is a challenge or dif-ficulty and the bud is a new opportu-

nity. Especially during times of tran-sition, this reflective activity is an easy way to introduce

gratitude into your daily routine.


LIFE & COMMUNITY money talks

Five personal financial

systems to review for

the year ahead.

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Your Budget. When was the last

time you reviewed

your budget? Is your

income the same or

has it changed? Are

your expenses still

the same as the last

time you reviewed

them? Consider if

there are any items in

your budget that are

not relevant anymore

(e.g., parking if you’re

working from home)

and add in any new

ones (e.g., streaming

services). Does your

budget balance? If

it doesn’t, what deci-

sions can you make

today to get things in

line, even if it’s only

temporarily? Don’t

forget that following

your budget isn’t a

punishment, it’s giv-

ing every dollar you

earn a job to do.

2

Your Credit. Have you checked

your credit reports

through Equifax and

Transunion within

the last year? If you

received any product

deferrals (e.g., mort-

gage, car loan), you

will want to review

your credit reports to

ensure accurate (and

not damaging) infor-

mation is reported.

Furthermore, scams

and fraud are evolving

every month and it

is crucial that you

ensure your credit

hasn’t been impacted,

especially during this

pandemic. It’s free

to check your credit

through both agencies.

4

Your Savings. Your savings account

might be nice and

plump but if you had

to dip into it, or even

drain it, COVID-19

was as good a reason

as any. Now it’s time

to think about rebuild-

ing it and making it

even bigger for the

next emergency that

comes along. If you’re

overwhelmed, start

small, because small

savings become bigger

over time. For exam-

ple, did you know that

if you put $40 into

your savings account

every two weeks you’ll

have $1,040 at the

end of one year?

STACY YANCHUK OLEKSY IS DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY AWARENESS AT THE CREDIT COUNSELLING SOCIETY.

The phrase “hindsight is 20/20” seems to have a very different

meaning than in years past. To say living through 2020 was unprecedented

once said, “In the midst of every crisis, lies great opportunity.” No matter what

level of stress each of us experienced in 2020, we have an opportunity to review

3

Your Debt. Have you done a thor-

ough review of your

debt load since the

pandemic started?

Some Canadians were

able to pay down some

of their debt during

lockdown because

they had fewer work-

related expenses like

childcare and trans-

portation. However,

other Canadians have

incurred more debt

because they needed

to supplement their

lost income with

credit. You’ll want to

review your secured

debt (mortgage, car

loan, home equity line

of credit) as well as

your unsecured debt

(credit cards, loans,

lines of credit). List

who you owe, how

much you owe, inter-

est rates you are pay-

ing, and how current

your debts are (up

to date, late, behind

on payments, in col-

lections). This infor-

mation can help you

create a plan.

5

Your Future. Regardless of COVID-

19, the beginning of a

new year is a good

time to review your

insurance, retirement

savings and estate

plan. Do you have

appropriate insurance

for the needs of you

and your family with-

out over-insuring

anyone? Are you able

to contribute to your

retirement savings,

through work or your

own plan? If you’ve

realized any savings

by working from

home, can you top up

your TFSA? Is your

will, power of attorney

and health-care direc-

tive up to date? Do

your family members

know where all the

important paperwork

is kept? While this can

address, preparation

will save you time and

money, and help your

and confusion in an

emergency.


LIFE & COMMUNITY inspiring women

Canadian Living (CL): How did

AccessNow get started?

What motivated you to create

this platform?

Maayan Ziv (MZ): AccessNow

started out of my own experience

as someone who was born with

and lives with a disability.

Throughout my life I have used

a wheelchair, and I often face

barriers to accessibility, whether

grabbing a cup of coffee across the

street or travelling to a new city.

There are so many different barri-

ers in the world that stop people

like me who use wheelchairs,

or other people with disabilities,

from navigating those spaces.

AccessNow was a response to

my own experience and my own

frustration with growing up in

a world that wasn’t really built for

We spoke with AccessNow founder and CEO Maayan Ziv about the importance

of accessibility in our world. Maayan, who uses a wheelchair herself, has changed

the way we relate to the built environment in cities and communities around the

world. Through her own experience living with muscular dystrophy, her work as a

photographer and now as an app developer, she’s truly made her mark.

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me. It’s now grown to be a plat-

form that shares and highlights the

reviews and experiences of people

throughout the world, people both

with and without disabilities.

CL: What does accessibility

mean in the context of the

service your app provides?

MZ: For people with disabilities,

accessibility—a basic need and

human right—is such an integral

part of the way that we live our

lives. The meaning of accessibility

can be quite personal, but gener-

ally, it’s a concept of inclusion and

a design principle that ensures peo-

ple of all abilities are able to engage

with and be involved in our world.

For me, it’s about being able to

navigate the built environment, but

it can also be about awareness,

online tools, digital accessibility,

especially for the blind or low-

vision community, and even public

policy—how we design our policies

and systems to be inclusive for

people with disabilities.

CL: How does the app work?

Can you give us an overview

of its features?

MZ: The platform allows people

to search for places, as you would

on any map-based application, but

from an accessibility point of view.

It’s a mobile app, first and fore-

most, as well as a web platform.

Users can search for places like

restaurants, hotels, stores, parks,

government buildings or o�ces,

hospitals and schools to find

answers to their specific access-

ibility questions or concerns.

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Users can also add new places or

post reviews based on their experi-

ences with accessibility. The more

people who contribute to the

platform, the more powerful it

becomes. Our goal is to be able to

map the entire world from the per-

spective of accessibility—so far

we’re in 34 countries. It’s through

a combination of crowd-sourced,

grassroots efforts by individuals

and small communities as well as

larger partnerships with companies

and organizations that spaces are

mapped on our platform.

CL: How quickly did it become

this global community, and

were you surprising to see how

fast the app’s reach expanded

around the world?

MZ: It’s one of the most exciting

and rewarding pieces of the work

that I get to do at AccessNow.

When we started in 2015, it was

just in time for the Parapan Am

Games in Toronto and I wanted to

make sure that AccessNow would

be ready for people to use when

they were visiting Toronto, maybe

for the first time, with many of

them having disabilities them-

selves. There was an immediate

response from the community,

a�rming that this was important a g t at t s was po ta t

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that didn’t just speak to my personal experience, but was reaching people around the world.’’

and a need that didn’t just speak

to my personal experience,

but was reaching people around

the world. That, to me, was a

very inspiring moment—to see

how people were able to share

their own experiences and use

the platform to raise their own

voices and concerns about the

importance of accessibility.

CL: In what ways has

AccessNow grown since

its inception?

MZ: We started out focused on

accessibility related to specific

mobility needs, and have since

expanded to ensure our platform

supports people of all different

experiences. The app now includes

tags, such as braille or sign language,

scent-free spaces, quiet spaces and

gender-neutral washrooms.

CL: How has the app changed

in response to the COVID-19

global pandemic?

MZ: It definitely changed and

broadened our definition of acces-

sibility. We realized that in focusing

only on getting out and around, we

were missing out on an opportu-

nity to share information about

places and experiences that were

available from home. It led to our

newest fea ture on the app,

Access from Home.

CL: What are the benefits of cre-

ating a more accessible world?

MZ: Accessibility benefits every

single person on the planet. When

we design things that are accessi-

ble, they are more inclusive. For

example, stop announcements on

public transport in Toronto were

advocated and fought for in court

by someone who is blind, and now

we can all benefit and make use

of that feature. Curb cuts were

designed and advocated for by

someone using a wheelchair who

could not get off the sidewalk to

cross the street. Now we use them

to push strollers or carts. There are

so many examples of things in our

world that were designed first to

be accessible for people with dis-

abilities that we all now benefit

from. If we took that approach

from the beginning, we would see

a better-designed world and

a more inclusive one.

The AccessNow team bringing

the community together in

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a male-dominated, able-bodied

industry. Through my work as

a photographer, I found a way to

communicate my perspective of

the world—from the view of

someone sitting on a wheelchair.

I come from an arts background

so I’m always thinking about how

things are perceived and commu-

nicated, and how we can use

storytelling to bring people into

a narrative and invite them to be

a part of something new.

CL: What can we as Canadians

do to support greater accessibil-

ity in our communities, to be

better allies and to make our

communities more inclusive?

MZ: There are so many resources

online, especially on social media,

that are creating awareness

and sharing information about

the importance of accessibility and

the disability-led narrative. Being

informed is the first step. The sec-

ond is realizing that we all have

a part to play in inclusion and

ensuring spaces are diverse and

welcoming, and it’s no different

when we think about accessibility.

We can each contribute, whether

it’s by informing people, adjusting

language or designing customer-

care policies.

CL: Is there an achievement

related to your work with

AccessNow that you’re

most proud of?

MZ: I recently received the

Governor General’s Innovation

Award. In the moment, I felt like

maybe it was too soon to be recog-

nized because I haven’t yet accom-

plished the things that I believe

need to happen. But it also vali-

dates the concern and amplifies

how important accessibility is. I

take the opportunity to be recog-

nized on behalf of the community

as a chance to raise awareness.

CL: You’re also an accomplished

photographer—how did you

get into that?

MZ: I started taking photos in high

school on a trip to New York City.

When we arrived, the airline

had broken my wheelchair and

I couldn’t get around with the rest

of my class. So I started taking pic-

tures of different intersections and

corners of the city since I couldn’t

really do what we had planned. By

the time I was in university,

I reached out to some modelling

agencies and started building my

book. Pretty soon I was network-

ing and getting a little bit of atten-

tion based on the fact that I wasn’t

really like anyone else. Photography

will always be my first love.

CL: What is your most

memorable project?

MZ: One of the most special

moments for me was an opportu-

nity to combine my worlds: my

black-and-white editorial style and

a project focused on children with

disabilities going to camp. I worked

with a group of photojournalists—

I was the only one with a disability,

and each of us were assigned to

different accessible Easter Seals

camps across the country. As

a person with a disability myself,

the photos I took hit a bit differ-

ently because I come from that

world, I understood who those kids

were because I was one. Telling

stories about the importance of

accessibility from an authentic lens,

as opposed to as an observer from

the outside, was really a very

special moment for me.

CL: How has your photography

influenced your advocacy work,

or vice versa?

MZ: Working in the photography

industry is where I first started to

raise my voice about my own issues.

At the time, and even still, it remains

QUICK Q’SSweet or savoury?

Savoury—chips over

chocolate.

Last movie you watched?

David Attenborough:

A Life on Our Planet. Heart-

breaking but incredibly

important. I highly

recommend it.

A song can you listen

to on repeat?

Phil Collins, “In the Air Tonight.”

What do you do to relax?

Lately, it’s been going for

walks and discovering new

accessible trails in nature.

Maayan Ziv’s

photography

features evoc-

ative black-

and-white

portraiture.

This image is

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PhotoSensitive

and Easter

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Variety truly is the spice of life, accord-ing to a recent study that connects real-world exposure to new and diverse

experiences with an increase in positive

emotions. Even small changes to

your regular routine, like taking a differ-

ent route to the gro-cery store, may potentially bring about enhanced

feelings of happi-ness. What better time of year than

now to pick up a new hobby, try a new food

or introduce some novelty into

your life?

caliente cayenne


Cayenne pepper is a type of chili pepper

(Capsicum annuum) closely related to bell peppers

and jalapeños. One of the oldest domesticated plants, chilies originated in South America

and have been cultivated and consumed for more than 8,000 years. Capsicum is now

considered a global food, found in nearly every country and adopted as an essential

saicin (as well as related molecules known as capsaicinoids), is responsible for cayenne

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THE BENEFITS

• Painkiller: Capsaicin-containing

ointments and creams have been

used for decades. Topical applica-

tions of capsaicin can be effective in

the management of chronic, neuro-

pathic and musculoskeletal pain as

well as certain skin disorders. Cap-

saicin has been shown to reduce the

amount of substance P, a neuropep-

tide produced by the body, that trav-

els to the brain, signifying pain. By

reducing substance P, pain signals

no longer reach the brain and feel-

ings of pain decrease. It is believed

that substance P also plays a role

in psoriasis, so capsaicin creams

may help imp rove psoriasis-related

symptoms. The advantage of low-

dose capsaicin lies in its lack of sys-

temic adverse effects, offering an

alter native treatment for those with

intolerance or contraindications to

conventional pain treatment.

• Fat Fighter: Obesity often serves

as a precursor to other health issues,

including heart disease, type 2 dia-

betes, certain types of cancer and

osteoarthritis. A systematic review of

capsaicin and weight management

suggests that capsaicinoids may play

a notable role in maintaining a healthy

weight. Capsaicin has been shown

to diminish appe tite, reduce food

intake and increase the body’s ther-

mogenic response—an increase in

heat production during digestion

that boosts the metabolism, burning

more calories and fat. A Purdue Uni-

versity study recommends consum-

ing cayenne pepper in non-capsule

form because the sensory experi-

ence of its taste maximizes digestive

processes: the heat contrib utes to

a rise in body temperature, energy

expenditure and appetite control.

Dietary changes that require minimal

effort, like adding a dash of cayenne

pepper to your meal, may be bene-

ficial when paired with exercise and

a healthy diet.

• Practical Panacea: Commonly

used as a home remedy for coughs

and colds, ingesting cayenne pepper

is reputed to relieve associated

sym ptoms like congestion, sneezing,

stuffy nose and postnasal drip. Topi-

cal applications of capsaicin, such

as nasal spray, may be effective in

reducing nasal congestion in non-

allergic rhinitis sufferers by acting

to shrink dilated blood vessels in the

nose and throat. Not only that, but

cayenne pepper is also associated

with antimicrobial activity demon-

strated against group A Streptococci,

the type of bacteria responsible for

strep throat and other diseases. As

well, it’s a potent natural inhibitor of

food-borne pathogens. Even more,

preliminary research presented at

the American Heart Association’s

Scientific Sessions in 2020 found

that people who eat chili peppers

had a 25 percent relative reduction

in all-cause mortality compared to

those who never, or rarely, con-

sumed chilies.

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In slow cooker, combine

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PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS about 261 cal, 10 g pro,

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You might think of bath bombs and facial

massages as fun frills, but there’s actually much

more behind many popular self-care rituals—

and plenty of science to back it up.TEXT KAREN ROBOCK

SCIENCE

self-care THE

OF

o you slathered on a face mask and posted

a #SelfcareSunday selfie on your social

media channels. But how well are you

really taking care of yourself these days?

If you’re like most women, between your

job responsibilities, the demands of a busy family

and a physically distanced social life, you may not

be spending much time on you. We get it: It’s easy

to put off an at-home manicure when you’ve got

deadlines to meet, groceries to get and bills to pay.

“But there needs to be a little bit of time for you—

somehow, some way,” says Erica Arcuri, a naturo-

pathic doctor and founder of Well BYND wellness

clinic in Toronto. “The term self-care has been really

hyped, but at the end of the day, what it comes down

to is giving yourself attention,” she says. “It means

recognizing that you’re burnt out or you’ve been

neglecting yourself, and then doing something with

intention that will nourish the aspects that seem to

be lacking.”

Did you know that

some of the buzziest

self-care rituals are

much more than just

nods to wellness?

Many of these prac-

tices are rooted in

science and ancient

healing techniques.

They really can help

you to de-stress,

soothe muscle aches

and even sleep better.

Read on for six science-

backed self-care ritu-

als, and how to make

the most of these

practices at home.

S


It’s been called the

original at-home self-

care practice for good

reason. Gua Sha, the

ancient technique

that involves gliding

or scraping along the

skin with a stone to reduce inflamma-

tion and stimulate circulation, dates

back to the Paleolithic Age, and has

roots in traditional Chinese medicine.

Skin scraping, whether it’s done on the

face or the body, stimulates the lym-

phatic system. “Lymph is a fluid that

carries white blood cells that are essen-

tial for immune function,” says Arcuri.

The lymphatic system works to help rid

the body of cellular waste and protect

against infection, but unlike the heart,

which pumps the circulatory system, the

lymphatic system doesn’t have a force

moving it along at a steady clip, she

says. Regular move ment, like going for

a walk or periodically getting up from

your desk to stretch, is important for

stimulating lymphatic flow. (There are

some 600 lymph nodes throughout the

body, including under the arms, behind

the knees and in the pelvic area).

We can’t move the muscles in our

cheeks, forehead and jawline in the

same way that we do in the rest of our

body, which is why Gua Sha is helpful

for lymphatic drainage in the face—and

why fans notice reduced puffiness and

a more toned appearance. If you’re

doing it at home, apply a facial oil first,

then glide a Gua Sha stone over the

contours of your face using soft even

pressure, working out and up from the

middle of your face.

2“Cupping is one of my favourite

treatments to perform on people

because 10 out of 10 times, they

come out feeling amazing,” says

Arcuri. Here’s how it works: In

this ancient form of alternative

medicine, a practitioner will use

glass cups and a flame, or, more

often these days, plastic cups

with a pump, to create suction

to draw the skin up into the cup.

“Essentially it’s doing the reverse

of massage—instead of being

pushed down, the muscle is

being pulled up, which allows

fresh blood flow and circulation

to flood the area,” says Arcuri.

A 2015 review published in the

journal Plos One confirmed cup-

ping as a promising treatment

for neck and back pain. “It’s great

for releasing muscle tension and

moving stagnant blood in the

area,” says Arcuri.

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guided mindfulness sessions.

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3Journaling

Whether you’ve kept a diary since you were a teenager, or you only write

lists for the grocery store, you know there’s something helpful about

jotting ideas down on paper. Journaling has a few obvious bene fits, like

boosting mindfulness, facilitating communication skills and helping us

sort out our thoughts and feelings. But numerous studies have also found

that writing in a journal can lead to less anxiety, better sleep—and even a

stronger immune system. According to James Pennebaker, a psychologist

and researcher at the University of Texas at Austin, regular journaling

actually strengthens immune cells, protecting us from illness.

1Gua Sha

Cupping therapy

5Epsom salt

baths Whether you’ve logged

too many hours sitting

at your WFH desk,

pulled a muscle during

a jog or felt the pains

of your arthritis acting

up, it’s important to

take care of your aches

and pains. One way

to do that is in a long

hot bath loaded with

Epsom salt. (It isn’t

actually salt, by the

way, but magnesium

sulphate. It’s named

Epsom salt after the

English town where it

was discovered in nat-

ural springs back in the

17th century). Magne-

sium is a natural mus-

cle relaxant, which is

why it helps with sore

spots, but the routine

itself might be what

feels so good, says

Arcuri: “It’s the ritual

of creating the bath,

getting in and having

15 minutes to yourself

to just turn o�.”


Take your Sunday soak to the

next level with a relaxing blend

of Epsom salt and sweet

and soothing essential oils.

If you’re not a bath person,

sprinkle the salts around you

as you shower and breathe

deeply to allow the calming

scents to wash over you.

Saje Unwind Calming Salt BATH SOAK,

$20, saje.com.

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your goals and get your

worries down on paper with

this guided monthly journal.

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6Nature walks

In Japan, a walk in the woods is

a recognized form of preventive

health care known as shinrin-yoku,

or forest bathing. There’s plenty

of research to show that a light

walk of less than an hour among

the trees can lower cortisol (the

stress hormone) levels, reduce

blood pressure, decrease anxiety

and more. One study from Nippon

Medical School in Tokyo has even

shown that trees release antimicro-

bial compounds called phytoncides

that offer therapeutic benefits

similar to aromatherapy. All you

have to do is take in the sights,

sounds and smells of the great

outdoors while moving your body.

No forest? No problem. If you live

in an urban area, just head for

a quiet tree-lined street, or walk

to your nearest green space. A

socially distanced stroll in a nearby

park can also lift your mood and

bolster your overall health. “It’s

really grounding, especially dur-

ing these stressful times,” says

Miller. “I always feel better when I

go outside and take a few breaths.”

4Meditation

& deep breathingIf you haven’t tried meditation yet, you really

need to get on board with this self-care prac-

tice that’s proven to have countless benefits

for our physical and mental health. Research

from the University of Pittsburgh has shown

that regular meditation not only helps us relax,

but actually shrinks the size of the amygdala

(the brain’s stress zone), too. And, according

to research published in the JAMA Internal

Medicine, learning mindful meditation signifi-

cantly improves a person’s quality and duration

of sleep. (More z’s? Yes, please!)

“When we spend time tuning into our para-

sympathetic nervous system, everything else

works better,” says MacKenzie Miller, an inter-

nationally recognized yoga instructor based in

Red Deer, Alta. “You have less inflammation,

less stress, a lower heart rate and increased

production of serotonin.”

Best of all, it’s not as complicated as you think.

All it takes is five minutes a day where you sit

quietly (and this could be in bed, at your desk,

or even in your parked car), close your eyes

and observe or count your breaths, says Miller.

Truly, that alone will be enough to help you

feel more calm and centred. “What I love most

about these simple, beautiful practices is that

they are accessible to everyone,” says Miller.

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2089-20 PAINT,

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Premier Fresh Juice

PR20C15-1 PAINT,

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Red 42 PAINT,

farrow-ball.com.

colour of the month

BURNT SIENNA

What other colour could be as bold and yet as calming as this

deep orangey red? Saturated but muted,

it looks so refined on dining room or entryway walls.


trendspottingFeeling like your

home’s decor is in

need of a refresh?

Let inspiration

strike with these

updated styles

for 2021.


HOME & GARDEN decorating trends

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WORK FROM HOME

Large clean-lined dining tables are

standing in for workspace desks more

than they ever have before. Paired with

streamlined. Accessories like oversize

artwork and big potted plants are all

the rage this season.

Nicolas extendable DINING TABLE, $1,799, Eban

DESK CHAIR, $469, Wara leather DINING CHAIRS,

$349 each, Naffle RUG, 5' x 8', $299, Kentia artificial

potted PLANT, $549, Neiva Winter ARTWORK,

$1,199, mobilia.ca.

PLANT PARADISE

space by bringing the outdoors in. The idea

this year is simple—place plants (real or

books handy and you’ll love spending time

in your botanical reading nook.

Faux Sherpa CHAIR, $300, Wood & Black Wired Wall

SHELVES, $50 each, Hanging Plant Art PRINT, $25,

Rattan PLANT STAND, $60, Gold 3-Tiered WALL UNIT,

$60, Hanging Wired WALL CADDY, $50, Macrame WALL

HANGING, $10, Black WATERING CAN, $10, Faux

PLANTS, from $17, homesense.ca.

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Fejka artificial

potted PLANT,

$70, ikea.ca.

Roland Task

CHAIR in Saxton

Rum, $549,

urbanbarn.com.


CLASSIC DINING

Mid-Century Modern remains in full

swing. A few thoughtful pieces are

all you need to create its elegant vibe.

TOSS CUSHION

COVER with Tassels

in Light Beige/Dusty

Pink, $35, hm.com/ca.

Oui Chevron Chenille

THROW in Berry,

$60, indigo.ca.

INTRICATE DESIGNS

are still on-trend. We’re seeing more

and more in diamond, herringbone

and chevron patterns.

Crochet Knit

TOSS CUSHION,

$40. simons.ca.

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Mistana Dayonara Solid

Wood Slat Back ARMCHAIRS,

$599 each, wayfair.ca.

Tate Walnut Extendable Mid-Century

DINING TABLE, $1,199, Crescent

Black Rush Seat DINING CHAIRS,

$349 each, Modern Moment Wall

ARTWORK, $950, Rodan Metal

Dome PENDANT LIGHT, $349,

Bonita Birch 90" Fringe TABLE

RUNNER, $40, Reflection 32" Black

Metal CENTREPIECE, $149, Holden

VASE, $50, crateandbarrel.ca.


PATTERN PLAY

This season, graphic rugs are being

used to add some playful pizzazz to

your space. We love these two for

their modern aesthetic.

ANIMAL KINGDOM

You can jazz up any space in

your home with accessories that

call to the wild. Adding gold

touches will make the look luxe.

Rhythmic Stripe Shag

RUG, 7'10" x 10'6",

$580, simons.ca.

make the look

PLUSH PLUNK

spending a lot of time at home this winter,

Ellemia SECTIONAL

SOFA, $1,799, mobilia.ca.

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Bucatini Ivory RUG,

$539, cb2.ca.

Gold Spotted Jaguar

DECOR, $35,

homesense.ca.

Zebra TOSS

CUSHION, $23,

zarahome.com.

Julia Queen BED FRAME, $2,999, Midnight

Jungle Linen Queen DUVET COVER, $349,

Midnight Jungle Linen Standard SHAMS,

$100/pair, Strauss Copper 20" TOSS CUSHION

with insert, $105, Leno Natural Handwoven

Jute RUG, 6' x 9', $549, Patterson Lacquered

Ivory NIGHTSTANDS, $749 each, Destello

SCONCES, $120 each, Croft Round Brass 36"

MIRROR, $479, cb2.ca.

HOME & GARDEN paint trends

Valspar Garden

Flower 5004-3B

PAINT, lowes.ca.


Playful pastelsImbue your home with subtle whimsy by

coating your walls in a colour from this

pretty palette. No matter where you use

pastels, they’re always stylish.

Pastel picks you’ll love

1. Beacon Hill Damask HC-2 PAINT, benjaminmoore.ca.

2. Misty Aqua DLX1147-3 PAINT, dulux.ca.

3. Valspar Arizona Dust 2003-8A PAINT, lowes.ca.

4. Premier Lavender Fields PR20A12-1 PAINT, canadiantire.ca.

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Peaceful palesYour space will feel airy and serene when

painted in a soft, subdued hue. Whether

the undertone is pink, yellow, grey or blue,

the calming quality will reign.

Other fresh and gentle shades

1. Foggy Morning 2106-70 PAINT, benjaminmoore.ca.

2. Beauti-Tone Vanilla Kiss DR9-1 PAINT, homehardware.ca.

3. Debussy 6172-21 PAINT, sico.ca.

4. Valspar Granite Dust 5006-1C PAINT, lowes.ca.

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primed ready&Sometimes all it takes is a lick of fresh paint to

update your home. Check out our top picks from

2021 palettes for some colour inspiration.

PRODUCER MARIANNE DAVIDSON

Behr Seaside

Villa S190-1 PAINT,

homedepot.ca.


Beautiful brightsAny room with a splash of brilliant

colour boasts an vivd, fun ambiance.

Go big with one of these brights in the

dining room or kitchen.

Additional vibrant colours

1. Behr Saffron Strands PPU6-02 PAINT, homedepot.ca.

2. Beauti-Tone Sizzle DR76-3 PAINT, homehardware.ca.

3. Jaipur Pink SW 6577 PAINT, sherwin-williams.ca.

4. Premier Coral Sea PR16G27 PAINT, canadiantire.ca.

Dramatic darksDeep and bold, these hues possess such

effortless sophistication. Use a dark shade

on one or two walls in a room to add

some dramatic flare.

More moody hues to choose

1. Preference Red 297 PAINT, farrow-ball.com.

2. Beauti-Tone Canadian Living Coast-to-Coast Colour

Collection Moose Tracks CL35-3 PAINT, homehardware.ca.

3. Amazon Soil 2115-30 PAINT, benjaminmoore.ca.

4. Behr Euphoric Magenta M110-7 PAINT, homedepot.ca.

Urbane Bronze

SW 7048 PAINT,

sherwin-williams.ca.

Sico Paint Blue

Winged Warbler

6160-52 PAINT,

sico.ca.

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HOME & GARDEN mattress 101

NIGHTY NIGHT

Your mattress has nurtured you through sweet dreams and

supported you during sleepless nights, but with all the options

on the market, buying a new one can become a nightmare.

Here, we break down the basics of this essential piece, so you

can sleep tight, knowing you made the right choice.

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If you no longer wake up

feeling rested, it may be a

sign that it’s time to invest

in a new mattress.

MATTRESS COMPOSITION

INNERSPRING PROS:

- classic design

CONS:

MEMORY FOAM PROS:

CONS:

GEL-INFUSED MEMORY FOAMPROS:

CONS:

NATURAL LATEX FOAM PROS:

CONS:

Many factors can affect the quality

of your sleep,

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ARE BOXED MATTRESSES WORTH A SHOT?

For their convenience and price, boxed

mattresses are an increasingly popular

option. They can be delivered right

to your door, plus they’re usually easy for

one person to move and unpack. The

quality and durability of these mattresses

is equivalent to what is available in-store,

but their comfort varies according to

construction. Since the vast majority are

sold online, they generally all come with

a 100-night trial guarantee.

ATTRESSES SHOT?

WARRANTY

WARNING! A word of caution is necessary

for both trial night guarantees or

long-term warranties of up to 10 years.

Every manufacturer states their conditions

for honouring the warranty and it’s

important to read them when purchasing,

and to remember them. Two main

conditions you’ll often find: there

must be no stains on the mattress, and

it must be supported according to the

manufacturer’s recommendations.

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ingredient of the monthALMONDS

Grown extensively in California, the Mediterranean, Australia and South Africa, sweet almonds can be found in the cuisines of so many cultures around the world. The tasty nuts can be eaten whole, chopped, sliced or ground, making them one of the

most versatile ingredients around. Almonds are packed with many healthful nutrients, too, including unsaturated fats,

protein, vitamins, minerals and fibre. They can be enjoyed in smoothies, as almond butter spread over toast, pressed and sipped as a dairy alternative, added to

soups, salads and stir-fries, and are perfect for gluten-free cooking and baking—

the list goes on and on!


PHOTOGRAPHY TANGO

FOOD STYLING MICHELLE DIAMOND


COOK & EAT essentials

almonds!nuts

about

Enjoy the flavour and reap

the health benefits of this

versatile nut at any time,

from breakfast to dessert.

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ALMOND, CHOCOLATE

& BANANA SMOOTHIE BOWL

Substitute 2 tsp cocoa powder for cinnamon and replace coconut shavings with chocolate shavings.


ALMOND, OAT & BANANA SMOOTHIE BOWLMAKES 1 SERVINGHANDS-ON TIME 10 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 10 MINUTES

1 large banana, sliced 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk1/4 cup oatmeal 1 tbsp almond butter 1 tsp maple syrup 1 tsp lemon juice 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp coarsely chopped toasted almonds 1 tbsp toasted coconut shavings

In blender, purée three-quarters of

the banana, almond milk, oatmeal,

almond butter, maple syrup, lemon

juice and cinnamon. Spoon into bowl;

garnish with remaining banana,

almonds and coconut shavings.

PER SERVING about 415 cal, 10 g pro, 18 g total fat (4 g sat. fat),

53 g carb (9 g dietary fibre, 20 g sugar), 0 mg chol, 130 mg

sodium, 2.5 mg iron.

ALMOND & ORANGE BLOSSOM TARTMAKES 10 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 1 1/2 HOURS

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 egg, beaten 2 tsp orange blossom water

Filling 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 eggs grated zest of 2 oranges 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1 cup ground almonds 1/2 cup sliced almonds icing sugar (optional)

Grease deep 9-inch round tart pan. In

baking powder; using pastry cutter or

two knives, cut in butter until mixture

resembles coarse crumbs. In small

bowl, stir egg with orange blossom

well combined. Press handfuls of

dough into bottom and up side of pre-

pared pan. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

(Make-ahead: Can be wrapped in

plastic wrap and refrigerated over-

night or frozen for up to 1 month.)

Filling Preheat oven to 350°F. Using

electric mixer on medium speed, beat

orange zest and juice. Mix in ground

almonds; pour over crust. Sprinkle

sliced almonds over top; bake until

40 minutes (if needed, cover with foil

to prevent almonds from browning.)

Transfer to rack; let cool. Sprinkle

icing sugar over top (if using).



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Find more fast and fresh dinner ideas at canadianliving.com/quickandeasy.

WEDNESDAY

VEGETABLE TAGINE WITH

PRUNES

MONDAY

LEMON &TAHINI ROTINI

FRIDAY

SQUASH & BLACK BEAN

TACOS

dinner?for

TUESDAY

TEMPEH & PEANUT

DINNER SALAD

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THURSDAY

MUSHROOM TERIYAKI

BOWLS

COOK & EAT quick & easy

Start off the New Year with

a fresh take on vegan meals

that are sure to satisfy.

what’s


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LEMON & TAHINI ROTINIMAKES 4 SERVINGS

375 g rotini 2 cups small broccoli florets 2 tsp olive oil 2 shallots, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced1/2 cup tahini2 tsp lemon zest 3 tbsp lemon juice salt and pepper 2 tbsp coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted 1/4 cup Vegan Parmesan (recipe, this page)

In large pot of boiling salted water,

cook pasta for 5 minutes. Add broc-

coli; cook until pasta is al dente,

3 to 5 minutes. Reserving 1/2 cup

of cooking liquid, drain well.

Meanwhile, in large deep skillet,

heat oil over medium heat; cook

shallots, stirring occasionally, until

DID YOU KNOW? Nutritional yeast,

an inactive yeast rich in vitamins—especially vitamin B12—minerals

and protein, is also dairy- and gluten-free. Its cheesy, nutty flavour

is unique. Nutritional yeast comes in flakes and can be found in

health food stores or the natural food aisle in

many supermarkets.

tender, about 5 minutes. Add

garlic; cook, stirring often, for

2 minutes. Mix in reserved cooking

liquid, tahini, lemon zest and juice

until smooth. Season with salt

and pepper.

Add pasta and broccoli to skillet;

mix gently to coat well. Divide pasta

among plates; garnish with sprin-

kle of walnuts and Vegan Parmesan.

PER SERVING about 620 cal, 20 g pro, 23 g total fat

(3 g sat. fat), 83 g carb (8 g dietary fibre, 4 g sugar),

0 mg chol, 250 mg sodium, 6 mg iron.

Vegan Parmesan In food

processor, pulse 1/3 cup cashews,

almonds or walnuts until mixture

in 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, and

1/2 tsp each salt and garlic salt.

(Make-ahead:Can be stored in

airtight container and refriger-

ated for up to 3 weeks.) Makes

about 3/4 cup.


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TEMPEH & PEANUT DINNER SALAD MAKES 4 SERVINGS

1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 500 g pkg tempeh, cut in 1-inch squares and halved diagonally 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder salt1 head romaine lettuce, cut into strips 1 cup red cabbage, cut into thin strips 1 sweet red pepper, seeded and cut into strips 1/2 cup frozen shelled edamame, blanched 1/3 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped Lime-Peanut Sauce (recipe, this page)

In skillet, heat oil over

medium heat; cook tempeh,

turning halfway through,

until golden, 6 to 8 minutes.

Stir in garlic powder and

onion powder; season with

salt. Mix well to coat.

Meanwhile, in large bowl,

combine lettuce, cabbage,

red pepper and edamame.

Top with tempeh and sprin-

kle with peanuts. Serve with

Lime-Peanut Sauce.

PER SERVING about 400 cal, 23 g pro, 26 g total

fat (5 g sat. fat), 19 g carb (5 g dietary fibre, 5 g

sugar), 0 mg chol, 360 mg sodium, 3 mg iron.

Lime-Peanut Sauce In

bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup

creamy peanut butter, 3 tbsp

lime juice, 1 1/2 tbsp sodium-

reduced soy sauce and 3/4 tsp

sriracha hot sauce. Stir in

1/3 cup water. (Make-ahead:

Can be stored in airtight con-

tainer and refrigerated for

up to 5 days.) Makes 3/4 cup. TA

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VEGETABLE TAGINE WITH PRUNES MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS

1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, halved and thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tbsp ras el hanout 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp harissa paste (optional) salt3 cups sodium-reduced vegetable broth 4 carrots, diced 2 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced in 1/2-inch thick pieces 2 small rutabagas, cut in 1/2-inch cubes 1 540 ml can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup pitted prunes, halved 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds chopped fresh parsley

In large saucepan, heat oil over

medium heat; cook onion and garlic

for 3 minutes. Add ras el hanout,

tomato paste, and harissa (if using);

cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Season

with salt.

Using wooden spoon, stir in broth,

carrots, zucchini, rutabagas, chickpeas

and prunes, scraping any browned

bits. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover

and simmer until vegetables are ten-

der, about 15 minutes. (Make-ahead:

Can be stored in airtight container

and refrigerated for up to 5 days or

frozen for up to 3 months.) To serve,

sprinkle with almonds and parsley.

PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS about 233 cal, 8 g pro, 6 g total fat

(1 g sat. fat), 37 g carb (9 g dietary fibre, 15 g sugar), 0 mg chol,

333 mg sodium, 2.5 mg iron.

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tagine on a bed of whole wheat

couscous.


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MUSHROOM TERIYAKI BOWLSMAKES 4 SERVINGS

1/4 cup sodium-reduced soy sauce 2 tbsp rice vinegar 2 tbsp Canadian pure maple syrup 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp grated fresh ginger 4 tsp sesame oil, divided 6 portobello mushrooms, sliced 8 baby bok choy, halved lengthwise 4 cups cooked brown rice, heated 2 green onions, sliced 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toastedhot pepper flakes (optional) B

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In small saucepan, combine soy sauce,

vinegar, maple syrup, garlic and

ginger. Bring to boil; reduce heat and

simmer until sauce has thickened,

6 to 8 minutes.

Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat

3 tsp of the sesame oil over high heat;

cook mushrooms, stirring occasion-

ally, until liquid has evaporated and

mushrooms begin to brown, about

5 minutes. Pour in teriyaki sauce;

cook until mushrooms are well

coated and golden, about 3 minutes.

Transfer mushrooms to plate;

keep warm.

In same skillet, heat remaining oil

over medium heat; cook bok choy,

stirring occasionally, until softened,

about 3 minutes.

To serve, divide rice among bowls.

Top with reserved mushrooms and

bok choy. Sprinkle with green onions,

(if using).



sodium, 2.5 mg iron.


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SQUASH & BLACK BEAN TACOSMAKES 4 SERVINGS

1 small delicata squash (750 g) halved lengthwise1 red onion, quartered 4 tsp olive oil, divided2 tbsp Canadian fine maple sugar3 tsp chili powder, divided salt1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 fresh jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped 1 540 ml can black beans, drained and rinsed 8 corn tortillas 1 avocado, diced chopped fresh cilantro lime juice

Preheat oven to 425°F. Remove

seeds from squash; slice cross-

wise into 1/4-inch thick pieces.

Place squash and onion on

parchment paper-lined baking

sheet; drizzle with 3 tsp of the

oil. Sprinkle with maple sugar

and 2 tsp chili powder. Season

with salt; mix together. Arrange

on prepared pan; bake, stirring

once, until vegetables are ten-

der and slightly caramelized,

about 15 minutes.

Heat remaining oil in skillet

set over medium heat; cook

garlic and jalapeño, stirring,

for 1 minute. Stir in beans,

3 tbsp water and remaining

chili powder; cook, stirring

often, for 4 minutes. Remove

skillet from heat. Season mix-

ture with salt. Using masher

or back of spoon, coarsely

mash beans.

Spread black bean mix-

ture over tortillas. Top with

squash, onion and avocado.

Sprinkle with cilantro; drizzle

with lime juice.

PER SERVING about 450 cal, 14 g pro, 13 g total fat

(2 g sat. fat), 69 g carb (17 g dietary fibre, 14 g

sugar), 0 mg chol, 300 mg sodium, 4 mg iron.SE

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sugar over top of your veggies before

roasting adds subtle sweetness and caramelizes

them to perfection.


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Create an epic meal with one

of these recipes that showcase

Canadian fish and seafood.

RECIPES HUGO SAINT-JACQUES

PHOTOGRAPHY TANGO

FOOD STYLING NATALY SIMARD


GREAT

CATCH

OYSTERS with

raspberry & celery

root mignonette


OYSTERS WITH RASPBERRY & CELERY ROOT MIGNONETTEMAKES 4 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES

1 tbsp camelina or hazelnut oil 1/4 cup chopped shallots 1/4 cup finely diced celery root 1/4 cup raspberry vinegar 1/4 cup red wine vinegar pepper24 fresh oysters2 tbsp chopped fresh chives

In skillet, heat oil over low heat; cook

shallots and celery root, stirring, for

1 minute. Remove pan from heat;

transfer mixture to small bowl. Stir in

raspberry and red wine vinegars; sea-

son with pepper. Refrigerate mignon-

ette until ready to use. (Make-ahead:

Can be covered and refrigerated for

up to 1 week.)

under cold running water. Using

folded towel or thick glove, hold oys-

ter, curved part of shell down; insert

oyster knife into small opening near

hinge. Twist knife to break hinge;

wipe blade clean. Reinsert knife and

slide along underside of top shell to

Potato Crisps Preheat oven to 400°F.

300 g) into 1/8-inch thick slices;

divide into 4 portions. Line baking

sheet with parchment paper. On parch-

ment paper, draw four 5-inch diameter

circles, about 1 inch apart. Flip paper

over; arrange each portion of potatoes

in a fan shape inside each circle. Brush

potato slices with 2 tbsp oil; season

with salt and pepper. Bake until pota-

toes are tender and golden brown,

few minutes). Makes 4 servings.

Broccoli Pesto In food processor,

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zest and juice of 1/2 lemon, and 1 tsp

chopped garlic until puréed. Season

with salt and pepper. (Make-ahead:

Can be refrigerated for up to 3 days

or frozen for up to 1 month.) Makes

4 servings.

sever miscle; discard top shell, remov-

ing any grit or broken shell on oyster.

Keeping oyster level to retain juices,

slide knife under oyster to sever bot-

tom muscle. Repeat with remaining

oysters, wiping knife clean between

each. Place oysters on serving plate

lined with crushed ice.

To serve, garnish each oyster with

teaspoonful of the reserved mignon-

ette; garnish with chives. Serve imme-

diately with remaining mignonette.


5 g carb (trace dietary fibre, 1 g sugar), 35 mg chol, 90 mg

sodium, 4 mg iron.

ROASTED MONKFISH WITH POTATO CRISPS MAKES 4 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 40 MINUTES

1/4 cup salted butter 125 g chorizo sausage, diced1 tbsp Canadian maple butter32 cherry tomatoes 4 small cloves garlic, unpeeled 3 sprigs fresh thyme 1 tbsp olive oil 4 monkfish or thick cod fillets (125 g each) salt and pepperPotato Crisps (recipe, this page)Broccoli Pesto (recipe, this page)

In small saucepan, melt butter over

very low heat; cook chorizo, stirring

occasionally, for 15 minutes. Stir in

maple butter. Remove pan from heat.

Strain mixture, reserving butter and

chorizo separately.

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking

sheet with foil; grease foil and fold

up edges. Place tomatoes, garlic and

thyme on prepared baking sheet;

drizzle with oil, stirring to coat well.

Arrange mixture on one half of the

baking sheet; bake for 5 minutes.

pepper. In large skillet, heat reserved

chorizo butter over medium heat; cook

half of baking sheet; cook just until

5 to 7 minutes.

roasted tomato mixture, Potato Crisps

and Broccoli Pesto.



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maple butter to the chorizo mixture

infuses this dish with a mouth-

water ing balance of savoury and sweet, and gives it a lovely

creamy texture.


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SALMON TATAKI WITH JERUSALEM ARTICHOKE PURÉEMAKES 4 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 25 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES

1/4 cup avocado or olive oil 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill2 tsp grated lemon zest, divided 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 Thai bird’s-eye pepper, seeded and thinly sliced 2 tbsp hemp seeds 2 tbsp sesame seeds 2 tbsp buckwheat 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives salt and pepper1 350 g thick skinless sushi-grade salmon fillet1 tbsp vegetable oil Creamy Jerusalem Artichoke Purée (recipe, this page)

In small bowl, combine avocado oil,

dill, 1 tsp lemon zest, lemon juice and

chili pepper. Set aside.

In large shallow bowl, combine hemp

seeds, sesame seeds, buckwheat, chives

and remaining lemon zest. Season with

salt and pepper. Add salmon, turning

to coat well. In large skillet, heat veg-

etable oil over high heat; sear salmon

just until browned and crust forms,

about 30 seconds on each side. Trans-

fer to plate to cool slightly; slice.

To serve, divide warm Creamy

Jerusalem Artichoke Purée among

plates. Top with salmon; drizzle with

reserved dill sauce.



sodium, 6 mg iron.

Creamy Jerusalem Artichoke

Purée In saucepan, heat 4 cups

2% milk over medium heat. Add

4 cups peeled and cubed Jerusalem

artichokes; bring to boil. Reduce

heat; simmer until artichokes are

tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well.

In food processor or blender, purée

artichokes, 1/2 cup 35% whipping

cream and 2 tbsp salted butter.

Season with salt and pepper. Makes

4 servings.

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artichokes are unavailable, you can substitute

turnips or parsnips.


What could be more Canadian

than pure maple syrup? Delicious

and versatile, there are endless

ways to use maple products, so

you can serve up this delectable

flavour at any meal!

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are made from a single ingredient: maple

sap. It takes an average of 40 litres of sap

to make one litre of syrup. Maple syrup and

associated products stimulate umami, the

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sweet or savoury dishes from smoothies

and puddings to stews and salads. Maple

that mapley goodness.

Pure maple syrup is good for you, too!

With loads of nutritious vitamins and min-

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the daily nutrition requirement of manganese

How Sweet

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MAPLE WATER:

Made from

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35 calories per

375 ml serving.

Not only can

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cooking with

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using it to

poach fish!

MAPLE FLAKES:

Made by freeze-

drying maple

syrup, add maple

flakes to spice

blends or mari-

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for seasoning

fish, meat and

vegetables.

MAPLE SUGAR:

Distinctive and

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texture of granu-

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sugar, as well as

in nugget form.

Replace refined

sugars with maple

sugar at a 1:1

volume ratio in

any recipe, or try

it in your coffee

or tea.

HARD MAPLE

SUGAR: Also

known as country,

homemade or sap

sugar, a sprinkle

will add a delicate

touch to waffles,

desserts or

poultry.

MAPLE BUTTER:

A fondant made

solely from maple

sap through the

process of cook-

ing, cooling and

stirring, it con-

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or dairy. Maple

butter is the

perfect comple-

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sweet treat.

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Made by boiling

maple syrup

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be added to des-

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dishes, like red

meat and stuffing.

4 COLOUR CLASSES OF

PURE MAPLE SYRUP

A delicately flavoured

syrup that makes an

excellent topping for

yogurt or ice cream.

Rich in flavour, this syrup

is perfect in salad

dressings and adds a sat-

isfying accent to many

dishes and desserts.

A robust syrup that is

ideal for cooking, baking

and sauce-making.

With the strongest taste

of all, this syrup adds

a distinctive maple

flavour and colour to

sauces and glazes.

17 percent of copper (0.15 mg) and 6 per-

cent of calcium (75 mg). There is no recom-

there are 78.2 mg of them in a 60 ml serving

of pure maple syrup. Canadian maple syrup

is ongoing to determine the antioxidant

The maple industry is also good for the

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Make staying in for supper a little more

enjoyable with one—or all!—of these

flavourful fondues. And not to worry,

we included a dessert, too!

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COOK & EAT fondues

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ITALIAN-STYLE

fondue


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ease, wrap in plastic wrap and freeze until meat is firm but not

frozen, about 2 hours. Remove plastic wrap

before slicing.

THAI-STYLE

fondue


THAI-STYLE FONDUEMAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES

Fondue1 tbsp canola oil 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger1 Thai bird's-eye pepper or jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped 1 stick lemongrass, chopped1/2 tsp ground turmeric 3 cups sodium-reduced chicken broth 1 284 ml can condensed chicken broth 1 400 ml can coconut milk 2 tbsp red curry paste 1 tbsp brown sugar 2 tsp fish sauce 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

500 g sirloin beef roast, thinly sliced 500 g large shrimp, shelled and deveined 1 349 g pkg firm tofu, cubed 250 g baby bok choy, cut into quarters 1 1/2 cups snow peas, trimmed and blanched1 1/2 cups small broccoli florets, blanched 10 large shiitake mushrooms, sliced 8 green onions (white and pale green parts only), cut in 2-inch lengths1 large sweet red pepper, cubed and lightly sautéed

Fondue In large saucepan, heat oil

over med ium heat. Add ginger, bird’s

eye pepper, lemongrass and turmeric;

cook, stirring occasionally, until fra-

grant, about 3 minutes. Stir in broths,

coconut milk, curry paste, brown sugar

Reduce heat; simmer until liquid

is reduced slightly, 10 to 15 minutes.

Strain and pour into fondue pot; set

burner to medium-high heat. Garnish

with cilantro (if using).

Meanwhile, arrange beef, shrimp,

tofu, bok choy, snow peas, broccoli,

mushrooms, green onions and red

pepper on large platter for cooking

and dipping in broth.

PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS OF FONDUE about 210 cal, 6 g pro,

17 g total fat (12 g sat. fat), 9 g carb (trace dietary fibre,

5 g sugar), 5 mg chol, 790 mg sodium, 2.5 mg iron.

DID YOU KNOW?This fondue is inspired by Thailand’s famous Tom Yum soup. If you’ve got

leftover broth, divide it among bowls and add cooked rice noodles; top with

chopped green onions.

ITALIAN-STYLE FONDUEMAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES

Fondue1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 stalk celery, finely chopped 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano 2 cups sodium-reduced chicken broth 1 284 ml can condensed chicken broth 1 540 ml can crushed tomatoes1 Parmesan cheese rind salt and pepper2 tbsp small fresh basil leaves

2 Italian sausages, cooked and cut into chunks 2 cups cheese tortellini, cooked very al dente 2 zucchini, sliced 1 sweet red pepper, cubed and lightly sautéed 1 cup cubed mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup green beans, blanched 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes cubed day-old garlic bread


over med ium heat; add onion, garlic,

celery and oregano. Cook, stirring

occasionally, until vegetables are very

tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add broths,

canned tomatoes and Parmesan rind;

season with salt and pepper.

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mer until liquid is reduced slightly,

5 to 7 minutes. Remove Parmesan

rind. Pour liquid into fondue pot and

set burner to medium-high heat.

Garnish with basil.

Meanwhile, arrange sausages, tortel-

lini, zucchini, red pepper, mozzarella,

green beans, tomatoes and bread

cubes on large platter for cooking and

dipping in broth.


4 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 11 g carb (2 g dietary fibre, 6 g sugar),

3 mg chol, 525 mg sodium, 1.5 mg iron.


COQ AU VIN FONDUEMAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 45 MINUTES

Fondue

1/2 tbsp olive oil

175 g pancetta, diced

1 clove garlic, minced

1 onion, finely chopped

1 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme

1 tbsp tomato paste

1 cup red wine

2 tsp cognac or brandy (optional)

3 cups sodium-reduced chicken broth

1 1/4 cups veal stock

1 bay leaf

salt and pepper

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

680 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

175 g bacon, cubed and cooked

12 small pearl onions, blanched and peeled

2 cups button mushrooms 2 cups baby potatoes, cubed and cooked al dente 2 cups sliced carrots, cooked al dente cubed day-old baguette

Fondue In saucepan, heat oil over

medium heat; cook pancetta, stirring

occasionally, until lightly browned, 3 to

4 minutes. Using slotted spoon, trans-

fer pancetta to paper towel-lined plate;

set aside. In same saucepan, cook gar-

lic, onion and thyme, stirring, until

onion has softened, 4 to 5 minutes.

Add tomato paste to saucepan; cook

for 1 minute. Add wine, and cognac

(if using), scraping any browned bits.

Add broth, stock and bay leaf; season

with salt and pep per. Bring to boil.

Reduce heat; simmer until liquid is

reduced slightly, 15 to 20 minutes.

Remove bay leaf.

Pour mixture into fondue pot and

set burner to medium-high heat. Add

reserved pancetta; garnish with parsley

(if using).

Meanwhile, arrange chicken, bacon,

pearl onions, mushrooms, potatoes,

carrots and baguette cubes on large

platter for cooking and dipping in broth.


3 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 9 g carb (trace dietary fibre, 4 g sugar),

20 mg chol, 450 mg sodium, 0.5 mg iron.

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in this recipe can be replaced with a can (284 ml) of condensed chicken broth.


MAKES 4 TO 5 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 35 MINUTES

Fondue

2 tbsp olive oil

250 g portobello mushrooms, chopped

2 shallots, finely chopped

425 g Brie or Camembert cheese, rind removed and cubed

125 g Swiss cheese, shredded

90 g blue cheese, crumbled

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 1/4 cups dry white wine (approx)

1 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme

pepper

4 cups day-old cubed bread

2 cups small broccoli florets, lightly blanched

12 baby potatoes, cooked al dente

12 Brussels sprouts, halved and lightly roasted

12 asparagus spears, lightly roasted

250 g thinly sliced prosciutto, rolled and halved

TEST

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to separate, stir 1 tbsp cornstarch into 1 tbsp of white wine

and 1 tsp of lemon juice. Whisk vigorously

into fondue set over medium heat.

THREE-CHEESE & MUSHROOM FONDUE


over medium-high heat; add mush-

rooms and shallots. Cook, stirring,

until mushrooms are tender and

liquid has evaporated, 5 to 7 min-

utes. In large bowl, gently toss Brie,

Add wine to saucepan; bring to

boil, scraping any browned bits.

Reduce heat; add cheese mixture,

1/2 cup at a time, stir ring after each

addition until cheese is melted and

mixture is smooth (if fondue is too

thick, stir in a bit more wine). Stir

in thyme and pepper. Transfer mix-

ture to fondue pot and set burner to

med ium heat.

Meanwhile, arrange bread cubes,

sprouts, asparagus and prosciutto

on large platter for cooking and dip-

ping in broth.

PER EACH OF 5 SERVINGS OF FONDUE about 525 cal,

29 g pro, 42 g total fat (23 g sat. fat), 8 g carb (1 g dietary

fibre, 3 g sugar), 120 mg chol, 790 mg sodium, 1 mg iron.


CHOCOLATE- HAZELNUT FONDUEMAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 25 MINUTES

Fondue1/2 cup Praline Hazelnut Butter (recipe, this page) 340 g dark chocolate (12 oz), coarsely chopped 1 1/2 cups 18% cream 2 tbsp hazelnut liqueur (optional)

2 cups small strawberries 2 cups sliced bananas 2 cups cubed madeleines 1 cup cubed pineapple 1 cup cubed kiwifruit 1 cup mini marshmallows 12 pretzels6 clementines, segmented

Fondue Combine Praline Hazelnut

Butter and dark chocolate in heat-

proof bowl. In small, heavy-bottomed

saucepan, heat cream over medium

heat just until small bubbles form

along edge.

Pour hot cream over chocolate mix-

ture; let stand for 1 minute. Whisk

until chocolate is melted and Praline

Hazelnut Butter is incorporated. Stir

in hazelnut liqueur (if using). Transfer

chocolate mixture to fondue pot and

set burner to low heat.

On large platter, arrange strawberries,

bananas, madeleines, pineapple, kiwi-

fruit, marshmallows, pretzels and cle-

mentines for dipping.


42 g total fat (18 g sat. fat), 38 g carb (7 g dietary fibre, 24 g

sugar), 25 mg chol, 130 mg sodium, 6.5 mg iron.

Praline Hazelnut Butter Preheat

oven to 350°F. Spread 1 cup hazelnuts

on parchment paper-lined baking

sheet; bake, stirring halfway through,

until fragrant, about 6 minutes.

Transfer to tea towel, reserving bak-

ing sheet and parchment paper. Rub

nuts vigorously to remove skins.

In small, heavy-bottomed saucepan,

heat ½ cup sugar and ¼ cup water,

stirring, until sugar is dissolved. Bring

to boil; cook over medium-high heat,

without stirring, until liquid is amber

coloured, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove

pan from heat; add hazelnuts, mixing

to coat well. Pour onto reserved bak-

ing sheet. Transfer baking sheet to

freezer; once praline is frozen, break

into large pieces.

In food processor, pulse hazelnut

¼ cup hazelnut or walnut oil, 1 tbsp

at time, mixing until mixture reaches

butter-like consistency. (Make-ahead:


and refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Bring to room temperature before

using; stir well). Makes about 1 cup.


During the cold winter months,

there’s nothing better than hearty,

satisfying soups and chowders

to warm the soul.

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COOK & EAT soups

MEXICAN-STYLE

chicken soup with

tortilla chips

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ASIAN BEEF & GINGER SOUP


4 tsp vegetable oil, divided 1 sirloin steak (about 375 g) 3 green onions, white and green parts chopped and separated 1 clove garlic, minced3 tbsp grated fresh ginger 4 cups sodium-reduced beef broth 1/3 cup hoisin sauce 2 tbsp sodium-reduced soy sauce 8 oz ramen noodles 1 cup bean sprouts1 carrot, julienned 4 tsp Fried Garlic (recipe, this page) 1 Thai bird's-eye pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)

In skillet, heat 2 tsp of the oil over

medium-high heat; cook steak, turn-

ing once, until cooked as desired,

about 6 minutes for medium-well.

Transfer to cutting board; tent with

foil and let stand for 10 minutes.

Slice steak against the grain.

Meanwhile, in large saucepan, heat

remaining oil over medium heat; cook

white parts of green onions and garlic

until onion has softened, 2 to 3 min-

utes. Add ginger; cook, stirring, for

1 minute. Add broth, 4 cups water,

hoisin and soy sauces; bring to boil.

Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, in pot of boiling salted

water, cook noodles for 3 minutes;

drain and divide among bowls. Top

with broth. Arrange steak, bean sprouts

and carrot over top. Sprinkle with

remaining green onions, Fried Garlic

and chili pepper (if using).



sodium, 3 mg iron.

Fried Garlic Separate cloves from

1 head of garlic; slice thinly. In small

skillet, heat 1/3 cup vegetable oil over

medium-high heat; cook sliced garlic

until just starting to brown, about

2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, trans-

fer to paper towel-lined plate. (Make-

ahead: Garlic can be stored at room

temperature for up to 5 days. Filtered

garlic cooking oil can be stored for up

to 1 month at room temperature.)

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SEAFOOD

& BACON

chowder

TEST

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homogenized milk for the water in this recipe. And seafood lovers can toss in

a few extra scallops!


LEMONY BEAN & BARLEY SOUP

MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 55 MINUTES

1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced3 carrots, peeled and diced 3/4 cup pearl barley 1/2 tsp each dried thyme and rosemary 8 cups sodium-reduced vegetable broth 1 540 ml can white beans, rinsed and drained 3 cups packed baby spinach 1 tsp grated lemon zest 2 tbsp lemon juice salt and pepper2 tbsp chopped fresh parsleylemon slices

In large saucepan, heat oil over med-

ium heat; cook onion and garlic, stir-

ring often, until onion has softened,

about 3 minutes. Add carrots, barley,

thyme and rosemary; cook, stirring,

for 2 minutes. Add broth; bring to boil.

Reduce heat; cover and cook until barley

is tender, about 30 minutes.

Add beans and spinach; cook until

beans are heated through, 3 to 5 min-

utes. Stir in lemon zest and juice.

Season with salt and pepper. (Make-

ahead: Can be stored in airtight

container and refrigerated for up to

3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.)

Divide soup among bowls; garnish with

parsley and lemon slices.


(trace sat. fat), 46 g carb (10 g dietary fibre, 6 g sugar), 0 mg chol,

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SAUSAGE, CABBAGE & APPLE SOUP


1 tsp olive oil 225 g smoked Kielbasa sausage, sliced 1 small white onion, chopped 1 large carrot, halved lengthwise, and sliced 1 tsp caraway seeds 4 cups Savoy or green cabbage, thinly sliced 1/4 cup dry white wine salt and pepper6 cups sodium-reduced chicken broth 250 g red-skinned potatoes, washed and cubed 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 bay leaf 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme 1 red apple, diced

In saucepan, heat oil over medium

heat; cook sausage, stirring occasion-

ally, until lightly browned, about

5 minutes. Transfer to plate.

In saucepan, cook onion, carrot and

caraway seeds, stirring occasionally,

for 5 minutes. Add cabbage; cook

for 3 minutes. Pour in wine; cook for

2 minutes, scraping up browned bits.

Season with salt and pepper.

Add broth, potatoes, mustard, bay

leaf, thyme and reserved sausage;

bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and

simmer for 10 minutes. Add apple;

cook until potatoes are tender, 5 to

10 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Divide

among bowls. (Make-ahead: Can

be stored in airtight container and

refrigerated for up to 3 days or fro-

zen for up to 3 months.)


45 g carb (6 g dietary fibre, 16 g sugar), 90 mg chol, 1,500 mg

sodium, 3 mg iron.

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golden maple syrup's delicate taste tones down

the acidity of tomatoes and

peppers without compromising their flavours.



1 cup frozen corn kernels 1 540 ml can black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup chopped fresh coriander 2 tbsp lime juice Tortilla Chips (recipe, this page) 1 avocado, diced 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

In large saucepan, heat oil over med-

ium heat; cook onion and garlic, stir-

ring occasionally, until onion has soft-

ened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in tomato

paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika,

and cayenne (if using). Cook for

1 min ute, stirring; season with salt

and pepper. Add broth and tomatoes;

bring to boil, scraping up browned

bits. Reduce heat to simmer. Add

chicken; simmer until chicken is

cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes.

Transfer chicken to cutting board;

shred chicken and return to pan. Add

corn and black beans; cook until corn

is heated through, about 3 minutes.

Remove pan from heat; add coriander

and lime juice. (Make-ahead: Can

be stored in airtight container and

refrigerated for up to 3 days or fro-

zen for up to 3 months.) Divide soup

among bowls; garnish with Tortilla

Chips, avocado and feta.


(3 g sat. fat), 60 g carb (11 g dietary fibre, 9 g sugar), 60 mg

chol, 525 mg sodium, 4 mg iron.

Tortilla Chips Preheat oven to

400°F. Line baking sheet with parch-

ment paper. Cut two 6-inch tortillas

into 2-inch long strips. Combine torti-

lla strips, 2 tsp vegetable oil and 1 tsp

chili powder. Spread tortilla strips in

single layer on prepared baking sheet.

Bake until crispy and golden, 8 to

10 minutes. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

SEAFOOD & BACON CHOWDERMAKES 6 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 30 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR

1 tbsp salted butter 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 stalk celery, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup dry white wine 250 g yellow-fleshed baby potatoes, quartered 250 g carrots, peeled and thinly sliced 1 236 ml bottle clam juice

ROASTED RED PEPPER, TOMATO & RAVIOLI SOUP MAKES 4 TO 5 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES

1 tbsp olive oil 1 small red onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 cups jarred roasted red peppers, drained 1 796 ml can crushed tomatoes 1 540 ml can diced tomatoes 1 cup sodium-reduced vegetable broth 1 tbsp Canadian pure maple syrup1 tsp dried oregano salt and pepper1 cup soft tofu 2 cups cheese ravioli or tortellini 2 tbsp shredded fresh basilshredded Parmesan cheese (optional)

In saucepan, heat oil over medium

heat; cook onion and garlic, stirring

occasionally, until onion has soft-

ened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add roasted

peppers, tomatoes, broth, maple

syrup and oregano. Season with salt

and pepper. Bring to boil; reduce

heat and simmer for 10 minutes. In

blender, purée soup and tofu until

desired consistency. (Make ahead:


and refrigerated for up to 3 days or

frozen for up to 3 months.)

Meanwhile, in saucepan of boiling

salted water, cook ravioli until al

dente, 5 to 8 minutes. Divide soup

and ravioli among bowls; sprinkle

with basil, and Parmesan (if using).


(2 g sat. fat), 43 g carb (5 g dietary fibre, 12 g sugar), 20 mg chol,

900 mg sodium, 4 mg iron.

MEXICAN-STYLE CHICKEN SOUP WITH TORTILLA CHIPSMAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGSHANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 40 MINUTES

1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 tbsp chili powder1 tsp each ground cumin and smoked paprika 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) salt and pepper2 cups sodium-reduced chicken broth 1 796 ml can diced tomatoes 450 g boneless skinless chicken breasts

6 slices smoked bacon, cut into strips12 scallops1 142 ml can clams with juice, separated2 cups 18% cream 250 g halibut or cod fillets, cut into 2-inch pieces 175 g lobster meat, cooked and coarsely chopped 175 g shelled and deveined shrimp, cooked salt and pepper2 tbsp each chopped fresh dill and chopped fresh chives1 tbsp lemon juice 6 lobster claws, cooked and shelled (optional)

In large saucepan, melt butter over

medium heat; cook onion, celery and

garlic, stirring occasionally, until

onion has softened, 2 to 3 minutes.

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ute. Pour in wine; cook for 2 minutes,

scraping up browned bits.

Add potatoes, carrots, 1 1/2 cups

water and all of the clam juice; season

with salt and pepper. Bring to boil;

reduce heat, cover and simmer for

15 to 20 minutes or until vegetables

are tender.

Meanwhile, in skillet, cook bacon

over medium heat, stirring regularly,

until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer

to paper towel-lined plate. Reserving

1 tbsp fat, drain skillet. Cook scallops

in reserved bacon fat until golden

and opaque, 1 to 2 minutes on each

side. Transfer to plate.

Add clams, three-quarters of the

reserved bacon, cream, halibut, lobster

and shrimp to soup; simmer until

halibut is cooked through, 3 to 5 min-

utes. Season with salt and pepper.

Stir in dill, chives and lemon juice.

Spoon chowder into bowls; top

with scallops. Garnish each serving

with lobster claw (if using). Sprinkle

with remaining bacon.



sodium, 2 mg iron.


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SOUPS

Asian-Style Beef & Ginger Soup 100Lemony Bean & Barley Soup 102Mexican-Style Chicken Soup with Tortilla Chips 105Moroccan Tomato Soup 47Roasted Red Pepper, Tomato & Ravioli Soup 105Sausage, Cabbage & Apple Soup 103Seafood & Bacon Chowder 105

VEGETARIAN DISHES

Lemon & Tahini Rotini 67Lemony Bean & Barley Soup 102Moroccan Tomato Soup 47Mushroom Teriyaki Bowls 70Roasted Red Pepper, Tomato & Ravioli Soup 105Squash & Black Bean Tacos 71Tempeh & Peanut Dinner Salad 68Vegetable Tagine with Prunes 69

BEEF, PORK & CHICKEN

Asian-Style Beef & Ginger Soup 100Mexican-Style Chicken Soup with Tortilla Chips 105Sausage, Cabbage & Apple Soup 103Seafood & Bacon Chowder 105

BREAKFAST

Almond, Chocolate & Banana Smoothie Bowl 65 Almond, Oat & Banana Smoothie Bowl 65Quinoa Granola 98

DESSERTS

Almond & Orange Blossom Tart 65Chocolate Hazelnut Fondue 87

FISH & SEAFOOD Oysters with Raspberry & Celery Root Mignonnette 74 Roasted Monkfish with Potato Crisps 74Salmon Tataki with Jerusalem Artichoke Purée 77Seafood & Bacon Chowder 105

FONDUES

Chocolate Hazelnut Fondue 87Coq au Vin Fondue 84 Double Cheddar & Cider Fondue 12Italian-Style Fondue 83Thai-Style Fondue 83Three-Cheese & Mushroom Fondue 85

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QUINOA GRANOLA


Preheat oven to 325°F. Line large baking sheet with

parchment paper. In large bowl, combine quinoa,

In small microwaveable bowl, microwave honey

for 20 seconds. Whisk in oil, cinnamon and salt;

stirring twice, until golden brown, about 20 min-

(Make-ahead: Can be stored in an airtight con-

tainer at room temperature for up to 5 days or

frozen for up to 2 months.)

PER 1/2 CUP SERVING about 255 cal, 7 g pro, 13 g total fat (2 g sat. fat), 28 g carb

(4 g dietary fibre, 15 g sugar), 0 mg chol, 130 mg sodium, 2 mg iron.

Change up your morning routine

with this delicious and nutritious

granola where protein-packed

quinoa takes centre stage.

COOK & EAT last bite

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breakfast of champions

3/4 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained1/2 cup pepitas1/2 cup almonds1/4 cup whole flaxseeds

1/4 cup liquid honey2 tbsp canola oil1 tsp cinnamon1/2 tsp salt3/4 cup dried cranberries

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