Edmonton Renters Guide

The Best Reasons to

Rent

December 14 - 28, 2012 Volume 28 Issue 25Edmonton Edition

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The Best Reasons to

Rent

December 14 - 28, 2012 Volume 28 Issue 25Edmonton Edition Front Cover

FeatureVice-President, WAll2WAll mediA Jacqueline Hill

editor in chief, reAl estAte Susan Legge

nAtionAl Account mAnAger, mediAtiVe Paul Slizys

director of sAles, Western cAnAdA Josh Heppner

mediA consultAnt Carolyn Porteous

editor Elisa Krovblit

contriButors Jane Herman, Lisa Canning, Gail Shields, Karen Shinn, Leslie Styles

senior Production mAnAger Gnanapandithan Bala

Production mAnAger Nikki Yarwood

Production coordinAtor Bala Menon

Art director Lee Cobham

design & Production

Mike Terentiev, Swinder Jodhka

circulAtion Bob Shewciw 780.420.2200 Ext. 2614

7 North Central

20 South Central

21 North East

22 Ft. Saskatchewan

25 North West

26 West

29 South East

30 South West

34 Houses, Condos & Duplexes, Executive Homes

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eDItorIaL FeatureS

18 renters’ help The best reasons to rent by Jane herman

Published by

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design advice 24 5 tips for decorating small spaces

by lisa canning

moving 28 Moving inventory

by gail shields & Karen shinn

scrumpdillyicious 32 Gingerbread apple upside-down cake

by leslie styles

renting an apartment over owning a home makes lots of financial sense for people in many different life situations. Maybe you just can’t afford to buy a home or don’t want to spend

your hard-earned money on one. Maybe you have a plan to buy a home in a few years, and want to start saving for a down payment. Or maybe you’re simply not interested in the cost and commitment that comes with being a homeowner. No matter why you’re renting an apartment, you need to know your rights as a tenant.

As part of the renting process, your landlord must give you a copy of the agreement after you sign and return it. Since this document outlines all the terms you’ve agreed to, it’s an important document to have on hand.

You should avoid breaking a lease if at all possible. Each lease agreement has its own penalties for not honouring the outlined terms. Be sure to check your lease to make sure you can handle the financial ramificationsthat come with breaking a lease — before you break it.

Susan LeggeEDITOR-IN-CHIEF, homeTRADER [email protected]

Follow me on Twitter atTwitter.com/SusanLegge

w hen the year winds to a close I always feel it’s a perfect time to take account of all that I have in my life. I’m not one to make New Year’s resolutions, but I like to see what’s working for me

and what may need some change. It’s a great time to look around and see if your home is the place you want

- and need - it to be. Whether you’ve been a longterm tenant or you’ve just finished the term on your lease, life happens, needs change. If your home still offers that magic combination of the perfect location, an ideal size and the right set of amenities, then there is no reason to move. But if you’re not feeling the magic, maybe it’s time for a change. You may have switched jobs and want to be closer to work so you can cut down the commute. You may have found that special someone. Instead of trying to merge into your or their space, it might be more ideal to start fresh in a new place together. Your family may have grown – or the kids may have left the nest. There’s no reason to be paying for space that you don’t use, or that doesn’t work for you.

There are a lot of factors that go into finding that perfect combo of location, size and amenities – and budget is a big factor. Know your price range. Empty nesters who chose to downsize can pocket the difference. A move closer to work may save you significant expense because you can walk to work instead of paying for gas and parking. Though be prepared – sometimes for that central location you’ll be paying a premium rent. Cutting out the commute may cost you more, but the free time being added to your life will be priceless.

It’s a great time of year to find that new apartment and we’re here to help. With Renters Guide in hand you’ll find the perfect place. Our magazine and website, homeTRADER.ca, offer the best selection of available apartments as well as informative articles and advice, making it easy to make your move!

Elisa KrovblitEDITOR [email protected]

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EDITORS’ NOTES

Take a look at the market and see what’s out there. Vacancy rates are currently very low – and due to supply and demand, rent may be higher than the last time you looked around the market. Skim through apartments that are available and appeal to you to familiarize yourself with the market.e sure you have

HAPPYHOLIDAYS!

FROM ALL OF US HERE AT

� e end of a year brings refl ection on the past, and the arrival of a new year brings dreams and opportunities. We thank you, our readers, for your continued support as we strive to bring you the best that the industry has to off er. We thank you, our advertising customers, for your patronage and continued loyalty to the magazine.

Best wishes in your home hunt!

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10513 - 124 street

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11005 - 98 Avenue • 780-482-3717

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• Newly renovated • Adult building• Minutes to downtown and westend• Quiet, secure building

• Modern suites • Hardwood floors• Quiet, secure building • Excellent downtown location• Covered & open parking

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• Modern suites • Hardwood floors• Quiet, secure building • Adult building • Covered & open parking• No pets allowed

• Newly renovated • Hardwood floors• Redecorated suites • Video monitored• Adult building

• Excellent downtown location• Heat, power and water included in rent• Exercise room, pool table, dart board

• Quiet, secure building• Exercise room, pool table• Excellent downtown location• No pets allowed

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WALK TO WORK

• Bachelor, Studios, 1,and 2 Bedrooms

• All Utilities Included

• 3 blocks to Grant Macewan

• Walking distance to all amenities

• Air Conditioning

• Ample Parking

• Close to University of Alberta downtown campus, Farmer’s Market, LRT, City Centre Mall, Restaurants, Art Gallery of Alberta

• No pets

Secord House• Very Spacious• 1 & 2 bdrm suites• Downtown Location• Reasonable rents• No pets• Owner managed• Quiet adult building• We Care

Ph. (780) 423-1302 or (780) 991-5777 10515 - 99 Avenue

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• 3 blocks to Grant Macewan

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• Large balconies

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• 6 Appliances

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• Newly renovated Hallways• Heat, water and parking included• On bus route• Clean, quiet adult building

780-482-5036

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Twin Rose Manor1 BEDROOMS

11530-124 Street

• Quiet, clean

• Close to Kingsway Mall, NAIT & Downtown

• Excellent transit

• On-site manager

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780-452-1862 115 Ave. & 124 St.

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• Excellent transit

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Parklane Gardens

780-452-1862 115 Ave. & 124 St.

renters’help

By Jane Herman

W ould you rather spend your free

time seeing the latest movies or grouting your bathroom tile? Would you prefer to spend your extra money each month on unexpected furnace repairs or sock it away in mutual funds?

The Best Reasons to

Rent

For reasons such as these, more and more time-pressed individuals, empty nesters, single parents and young professionals are choosing to rent. Here’s why:

Hassle-Free living When you rent, you’ll never have to call a plumber, electrician or handyman again! Renting frees you from the cost and hassle of all home maintenance and repairs.Empty-nesters can happily shed house-related chores and move closer to entertainment, restaurants and shopping, while young professionals can enjoy a simpler lifestyle and shorter commute. aFFordability By renting, you’ll be able to afford to live in an area that might otherwise be out of your price range. And, unless you’re planning on staying in a house for more than five years, you risk losing money if you buy a home. Mortgages are amortized so you’re paying mostly interest in the first few years. Add in property tax, insurance, maintenance costs and the fees associated with selling the house and five years of renting can be significantly less than owning.

tHe rewards oF renting Renting gives you the freedom to invest your savings in stocks, mutual funds, a small business, your education, or a vacation, instead of a home.

lock in Utility costs In most cases, you will not have to incur bills when you rent. In many apartments the cost of utilities are included in your rent. Because of fluctuating market prices, utility rates can rise dramatically. As a renter, you will not have to bear these cost increases directly.

apartment living oFFers services When you lock yourself out of your apartment, the property manager can always let you in. Likewise, you can often count on someone being there to receive a parcel when you’re at work or away from your home.Some apartment communities include concierge services that offer everything from babysitting to housekeeping, pet care, and grocery shopping. Now that’s for me! sUperior amenities packages Apartments have evolved, and many now offer a package of amenities and services that cannot be easily or affordably replicated in a single family home, like on-site fitness centres, swimming pools, tennis and squash courts, business centres, movie screening rooms and party facilities.

never be lonely! When you rent, you’ll enjoy the benefits of living in a community with friends and neighbours all around you.

renting oFFers a myriad oF liFestyles As a renter you can sample life in an urban loft, midtown highrise, or restored coach house.

baby in tow Choose your apartment based on the neighbourhood school, park, library or day care services that are best suited to your particular needs.

park UndergroUnd If your building includes underground parking, you’ll never have to deal with the dash to your car on cold, wet mornings!

proFessional management Many of today’s owners are large public and private firms who have invested for the long term. You’ll reap such benefits as: convenient on-line leasing and maintenance requests; 60-day no risk trial periods; 24 hour maintenance guarantees; resident chat facilities and rent-to-own programs!

tHere is sUre to be a coFFee sHop witHin tHrowing distanceWherever you choose to rent, you’ll be able to wake up and smell the coffee – now that’s the best reason of all!

Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications.

Bachelor, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

Large suites•

Heat & water included•

Close to West Edmonton Mall•

Park like setting •

Close to schools, parks and public transit•

Spacious suites, heat & water included•

Close to shopping, schools, parks & •

public transit

Convenient access to Calgary Trail & •

Whitemud Drive

On site management•

Short drive to South Edmonton Commons•

Walking distance to Century Park •

LRT Station

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9535 - 165 STREET 780-484-0760

Cat Friendly

Cat Friendly

11615 - 28TH AVE. 780-756-7411

ApartmentsBlue Quill

WestlawnVillageCourt

under new ownership & management

Apartments

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Wellington

466 & 470 MACEWAN ROAD, 780-430-7879

Suite Features

• Open concept kitchens with breakfast-bar style counters

• Fridge, stove, dishwasher and microwave

• In-suite laundry

• 9’ ceilings

• Walkthrough closets in 2 bedroom suites

• Large balconies

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:

The Suites

• One, one plus den and two bedroom suites

• 6 appliances

• Laminate fl ooring

• Large balconies

The Amenities

• Exercise room

• Underground parking

• Storage lockers

• Elevators

• Secure building

• On-site management

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

17103, 17104 94A AVE. 780-444-6630

Condo-like suites in desirable Terra Losa •

neighbourhood

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Underground heated parking•

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Cat Friendly

2 Bedroom Luxury Suites

Bach, 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

Air conditioning•

In-suite laundry•

Fitness facility•

Fireplace•

Next to LRT•

Underground parking•

Heat and water included•

Central downtown location•

1 block to LRT•

Bright, spacious suites•

Heated enclosed parking•

Air conditioned suites, spectacular views•

Exercise room & swimming pool•

Overlooking the River Valley•

realstar.ca

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10001 BELLAMY HILL. 780-423-3540

Cat Friendly

Cat Friendly

Park Square

MacdonaldEstates

Apartments

Apartments

9925 JASPER AVE. 780-990-0339

renters’help

By Jane Herman

W ould you rather spend your free

time seeing the latest movies or grouting your bathroom tile? Would you prefer to spend your extra money each month on unexpected furnace repairs or sock it away in mutual funds?

The Best Reasons to

Rent

For reasons such as these, more and more time-pressed individuals, empty nesters, single parents and young professionals are choosing to rent. Here’s why:

Hassle-Free living When you rent, you’ll never have to call a plumber, electrician or handyman again! Renting frees you from the cost and hassle of all home maintenance and repairs.Empty-nesters can happily shed house-related chores and move closer to entertainment, restaurants and shopping, while young professionals can enjoy a simpler lifestyle and shorter commute. aFFordability By renting, you’ll be able to afford to live in an area that might otherwise be out of your price range. And, unless you’re planning on staying in a house for more than five years, you risk losing money if you buy a home. Mortgages are amortized so you’re paying mostly interest in the first few years. Add in property tax, insurance, maintenance costs and the fees associated with selling the house and five years of renting can be significantly less than owning.

tHe rewards oF renting Renting gives you the freedom to invest your savings in stocks, mutual funds, a small business, your education, or a vacation, instead of a home.

lock in Utility costs In most cases, you will not have to incur bills when you rent. In many apartments the cost of utilities are included in your rent. Because of fluctuating market prices, utility rates can rise dramatically. As a renter, you will not have to bear these cost increases directly.

apartment living oFFers services When you lock yourself out of your apartment, the property manager can always let you in. Likewise, you can often count on someone being there to receive a parcel when you’re at work or away from your home.Some apartment communities include concierge services that offer everything from babysitting to housekeeping, pet care, and grocery shopping. Now that’s for me! sUperior amenities packages Apartments have evolved, and many now offer a package of amenities and services that cannot be easily or affordably replicated in a single family home, like on-site fitness centres, swimming pools, tennis and squash courts, business centres, movie screening rooms and party facilities.

never be lonely! When you rent, you’ll enjoy the benefits of living in a community with friends and neighbours all around you.

renting oFFers a myriad oF liFestyles As a renter you can sample life in an urban loft, midtown highrise, or restored coach house.

baby in tow Choose your apartment based on the neighbourhood school, park, library or day care services that are best suited to your particular needs.

park UndergroUnd If your building includes underground parking, you’ll never have to deal with the dash to your car on cold, wet mornings!

proFessional management Many of today’s owners are large public and private firms who have invested for the long term. You’ll reap such benefits as: convenient on-line leasing and maintenance requests; 60-day no risk trial periods; 24 hour maintenance guarantees; resident chat facilities and rent-to-own programs!

tHere is sUre to be a coFFee sHop witHin tHrowing distanceWherever you choose to rent, you’ll be able to wake up and smell the coffee – now that’s the best reason of all!

Jane Herman is a communications consultant who has worked in the rental property industry. Jane provides communications solutions for a diverse range of clients and has written about food, fashion, apartment living and personal finance for several publications.

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Unique & Spacious1 & 2 Bedrooms

Adult & Family Buildings Available

www.strathearnheights.com

“A Home With Heart in the Heart

of Edmonton”

780-469-30808768 - 96 Avenue

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Small SpaceS are more and more common, and making these spaces work can be a challenge. With careful space planning and ingenious multi-functional products, you can have all the function and style in any square footage.

TIp #1: STarT WITH a condo-SIZed SoFaThe sofa is often a great place to start when planning a small space, as it usually takes up the most mass, and it is also the easiest piece to purchase incorrectly. A sofa that is too large in a given space can feel cumbersome. Conversely, a sofa that is too small can feel like dollhouse furniture. Luckily, many retailers make it easier to make the right choice by carrying apartment-sized, or condo-appropriate pieces, which are often smaller-scale translations of their most popular lines. And of course, many condo-sized sofas can also be purchased with a sofa bed option to give you the flexibility of creating a guest room in your small space.

TIp #2: USe clear FUrnITUreWhat’s great about furniture made out of glass or acrylic is that it doesn’t take up much visual space. A ghost chair or a waterfall table will give you an instant modern update and provide great function while keeping the space feeling light. In spaces that have gorgeous large windows, place pieces that are clear directly in front, since they won’t obstruct the view.

TIp #3: Wall-moUnTed lIGHTInGA layered lighting plan is something I always recommend to clients, but in a small space this approach is especially advantageous. Rather than opting for a floor lamp with mass, weight and that takes up floor area, sconces give you ambient lighting while saving space. I love the architectural detail sconces provide and often use them on either end of a gallery wall or sofa.

TIp #4: WorK WITH pIeceS THaT are mUlTI-FUncTIonalIn a space that might be too small for a home office, or a formal dining room, I have some great innovative products to share. The first is the Functional Coffee Table from BoConcept. At first glance, it looks like a sleek, minimal coffee table. But with an easy lift, it reveals a desk-height table and ample storage. Storage will always be an issue in small spaces, so anything that will serve a function and provide storage is a great addition. Another incredible product on the market is the Lacuna table by VNO Designs. This innovative product begins as a piece of customizable art on the wall. With the release of a latch, the art piece lowers to reveal a concealed leg and becomes a dining table for five. For people who don’t formally entertain often, or for those living in really limited space, this is a unique space-saving solution.

TIp #5: WorK WITH SmarT SToraGe SYSTemSGreat interior storage is just as important as utilizing multi-functional storage. Drawer dividers, shelf dividers and small storage boxes are great tools to use to increase your storage space. The more levels you can create within a drawer, the more items can be stored and easily found. I love using small stackable, acrylic storage compartments to divide my drawers. Style doesn’t stop at the exterior of a piece – allow your furniture to function at its best by investing in interior organization.

5 tips for decorating

small spaces

by lisa canning

photo by arnal photography

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Small SpaceS are more and more common, and making these spaces work can be a challenge. With careful space planning and ingenious multi-functional products, you can have all the function and style in any square footage.

TIp #1: STarT WITH a condo-SIZed SoFaThe sofa is often a great place to start when planning a small space, as it usually takes up the most mass, and it is also the easiest piece to purchase incorrectly. A sofa that is too large in a given space can feel cumbersome. Conversely, a sofa that is too small can feel like dollhouse furniture. Luckily, many retailers make it easier to make the right choice by carrying apartment-sized, or condo-appropriate pieces, which are often smaller-scale translations of their most popular lines. And of course, many condo-sized sofas can also be purchased with a sofa bed option to give you the flexibility of creating a guest room in your small space.

TIp #2: USe clear FUrnITUreWhat’s great about furniture made out of glass or acrylic is that it doesn’t take up much visual space. A ghost chair or a waterfall table will give you an instant modern update and provide great function while keeping the space feeling light. In spaces that have gorgeous large windows, place pieces that are clear directly in front, since they won’t obstruct the view.

TIp #3: Wall-moUnTed lIGHTInGA layered lighting plan is something I always recommend to clients, but in a small space this approach is especially advantageous. Rather than opting for a floor lamp with mass, weight and that takes up floor area, sconces give you ambient lighting while saving space. I love the architectural detail sconces provide and often use them on either end of a gallery wall or sofa.

TIp #4: WorK WITH pIeceS THaT are mUlTI-FUncTIonalIn a space that might be too small for a home office, or a formal dining room, I have some great innovative products to share. The first is the Functional Coffee Table from BoConcept. At first glance, it looks like a sleek, minimal coffee table. But with an easy lift, it reveals a desk-height table and ample storage. Storage will always be an issue in small spaces, so anything that will serve a function and provide storage is a great addition. Another incredible product on the market is the Lacuna table by VNO Designs. This innovative product begins as a piece of customizable art on the wall. With the release of a latch, the art piece lowers to reveal a concealed leg and becomes a dining table for five. For people who don’t formally entertain often, or for those living in really limited space, this is a unique space-saving solution.

TIp #5: WorK WITH SmarT SToraGe SYSTemSGreat interior storage is just as important as utilizing multi-functional storage. Drawer dividers, shelf dividers and small storage boxes are great tools to use to increase your storage space. The more levels you can create within a drawer, the more items can be stored and easily found. I love using small stackable, acrylic storage compartments to divide my drawers. Style doesn’t stop at the exterior of a piece – allow your furniture to function at its best by investing in interior organization.

5 tips for decorating

small spaces

by lisa canning

photo by arnal photography

lISa cannInG Lisa Canning is a designer and owner of Lisa Canning Interiors. lisacanning.ca, 416.587.9780

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1. Work room by room and list all of your large items. Don’t forget to check the cupboards, closets, shelves, storage spaces, the attic, the basement and the garage too.

2. Include in your list the serial numbers of appliances and electronics, as well as any other details you can remember about the purchase date and price. Categorize your clothing and jewelry too (example: five suits, 12 shirts, eight purses, etc.)

3. Attach receipts, appraisals and purchase contracts to your inventory list. If you’re keeping an electronic list on your computer, it’s a good idea to scan your receipts and save photos of each of your items, and file them with your list for easy access.

4. Cameras and recorders are a quick and easy way to list all your items as you go through them, and it’ll take half the time. Transcribe your list when it’s completed to keep in your permanent records.

5. Keep your inventory list in a safe place. Store your list, any video tapes and recordings off premises. Consider giving them to a trusted friend, or put them in your safety deposit box. Let your family know where it is so it will be readily available if it is ever needed!

Downsizing Diva is a company that helps families deal with downsizing and moving. For more information visit the website at downsizingdiva.com or call 1-866-836-6999. NC

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Moving is stressful, whether you’re moving for the first time or the fifteenth; across town or across the globe. Organization is half the battle to a successful, stress-free move.

Keeping an inventory of your movables is an important – although seemingly daunting – task. But it’ll help everything go more smoothly. Apart from keeping track of what’s being moved, an inventory can also help you decide what type of insurance you’ll need to purchase, and in the event of accidental damage, this list will also expedite any insurance claims resulting from your move. Follow these easy steps:

1. Work room by room and list all of your large items. Don’t forget to check the cupboards, closets, shelves, storage spaces, the attic, the basement and the garage too.

2. Include in your list the serial numbers of appliances and electronics, as well as any other details you can remember about the purchase date and price. Categorize your clothing and jewelry too (example: five suits, 12 shirts, eight purses, etc.)

3. Attach receipts, appraisals and purchase contracts to your inventory list. If you’re keeping an electronic list on your computer, it’s a good idea to scan your receipts and save photos of each of your items, and file them with your list for easy access.

4. Cameras and recorders are a quick and easy way to list all your items as you go through them, and it’ll take half the time. Transcribe your list when it’s completed to keep in your permanent records.

5. Keep your inventory list in a safe place. Store your list, any video tapes and recordings off premises. Consider giving them to a trusted friend, or put them in your safety deposit box. Let your family know where it is so it will be readily available if it is ever needed!

Downsizing Diva is a company that helps families deal with downsizing and moving. For more information visit the website at downsizingdiva.com or call 1-866-836-6999. NC

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GinGerbread appLe upside-down cake

Topping:› 4 tbsp butter, plus extra

for greasing pan› 1/2 cup dark brown

sugar› Pinch of salt› 4 large Golden Delicious

apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch wedges

Batter:› 1/2 cup butter, at room

temperature

› 1/2 cup sugar› 1 large egg› 1/3 cup dark molasses› 1/3 cup honey› 1 cup buttermilk› 1 tsp vanilla› 2 1/4 cups flour› 1 tsp baking soda› 1/2 tsp salt› 1 tsp ground ginger› 1 tsp cinnamon

› 1/2 tsp freshly ground nutmeg

Calvados whipped cream:› 1/2 cup whipping cream,

chilled› 1 tsp maple syrup› 1 tsp Calvados

ingredients serves 12

directions

Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 10-inch cake pan. To make the topping, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan. Add the brown sugar and simmer over medium heat, stirring for five minutes, then swirl in the salt. Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the mixture into the cake pan, spreading with a spatula to distribute evenly. Make circles of overlapping apple slices on top of the brown sugar. Chop any remaining slices and place them in the gaps.

For the batter, blend 1/2 cup butter and 1/2 cup sugar in a standing mixer set on medium-low, then increase the speed to high and cream until the batter becomes light and fluffy.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, molasses, honey, buttermilk and vanilla. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg. Alternate adding the egg mixture and the flour mixture to the creamed butter-sugar mixture, then pour the batter into the cake pan.

Bake at least 45 to 50 minutes or until a tester inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool on a wire rack for 10 to 15 minutes. Run a small knife around the edges of pan to loosen the cake, then place a serving platter over the cake and invert onto the platter.

Serve warm or at room temperature with very softly whipped Calvados Whipped Cream, made by whisking the cream with the syrup and Calvados in an electric mixer until cream holds soft peaks.

this delectably moist gingerbread-spiced caramelized apple upside-down cake is the perfect dessert for the chilly autumn and winter months. Dark, coppery and intensely flavoured, this delicious cake is

made with dark molasses, honey, buttermilk and a trio of fragrant spices, and goes perfectly with a dollop of pillowy soft Calvados Whipped Cream or tangy creme fraiche. As tempting as it may be, don’t use a springform pan with a removable bottom, as the syrup will leak out and that would be very messy as well as being enormously tragic.

Leslie Styles is president of Styles Design Inc., a Toronto-based branding and communications agency, and author of Scrumpdillyicious, a food & travel blog dedicated to all things delicious. She can be reached at stylesdesign.net and scrumpdillyicious.blogspot.com

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• 1.5 Baths • Sauna • Storage • 4 Appliances • Close to All Amenities • Includes Heat & Water • Seniors Welcome • No Pets Please

• Quiet adult building • Renovated suites • Bus stop in front of building • Near sports facilities, bike & walking trails • On-site friendly staff • Satellite ready • SORRY NO PETS


5425 - 144B Avenue North East

10405 Saskatchewan Dr. South Central

10333 - 121 Street North Central

Call 587-400-5109

Call 587-400-5110

Call 587-400-5111

huntington place

the southgate

lamplighter apts.




north east

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lobegenera

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senior security deposit only $200

senior security deposit only $200


Luxurious Large 2 bedroom suites

Unique Bach, 1 & 2 Bdrm suites

Newly renovated lobby and common areas


spectacularriver valley location


8610 Jasper AvenueEdmonton, AB.

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10130 117th StreetEdmonton, AB.


Grand Central Manor.

Riverside Towers. Spectacular River Valley Views!

Contemporary Chic!

Urban Lifestyle!

Located in the of Oliver

Oliver Place.

Executive Furnished Suites Also Available5 Designer Floor PlansWindow CoveringsCarpet or Hardwood6 AppliancesSecurity SystemsConcrete ConstructionOn-Site ManagementOn-Site SecurityFitness RoomsMedia RoomAdult Building

Huge Suites:Bachelor (660 sq. ft.)1 Bedroom (865 sq. ft.)2 Bedrooms (1160 sq. ft.)3 Bedrooms (1380 sq. ft.)Fitness RoomOn-site M anagementMedia RoomOn-site SecurityConvenience StoreOn-site MaintenanceFamilies Welcome

Bachelor SuitesOne & Two BedroomsHardwood FloorsFitness RoomGames & Social RoomOn-Site ManagementAdult BuildingOn-Site SecuritySupermarket next doorOn Bus RouteBeside Bank & Stores

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780-800-8923

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780-800-8921

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10904 102nd AveEdmonton, AB.

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Grand Central Manor

1935 sq.fT luxuRy PenThOuse AvAilAble

Spectacular river Valley Views!

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