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SPRING 2012 G U I D E TO LOWER LONSDALE

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Message From LLBA Message From the Mayor Party at the Pier Christmas Festival Blooming Digs Farmers Markets CityScape Art Space Map

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Meet the Chef Take 5 Quick Six – Cool Finds Meet the Chef Surf & Turf Called to the Bar Public Art What’s On In the Community List of Advertisers

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Live it. This guide is produced by the Outlook in partnership with the Lower Lonsdale Business Association.

For information regarding advertising and editorial content please contact the Outlook: 604.903.1016.

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LLBA is proud to provide fund-raising opportunities at its three annual festivals for North Shore Neighbourhood House, The Harvest Project and John Braithwaite Community Centre.

Finally, it is starting to feel a little more like spring has arrived in Lower Lonsdale. The sky is blue, the temperature is warming and we are preparing to celebrate another Party and Symphony at the Pier. Over the past few years there has been a significant evolution of the Lower Lonsdale Landscape and Community with a growth in development, businesses and residents. And it has not ended with the construction of the Shipyard site and he Times development.

The Anevets redevelopment is in full swing and foundation work has begun for the new Versatile building on East Third Street.

West First Street is also alive with construction. New development continues because people and businesses at large recognize that Lower Lonsdale is a great place to work and live. It was a vision the City had decades ago. Development began with the Lonsdale Quay. The province encouraged development with the Sea Bus, the BC Rail and ICBC buildings. And we are all benefitting in realizing the wisdom of their long range planning as our community continues to grow and prosper. We at the LLBA are honoured to represent many of the local businesses and community in Lower Lonsdale. We have been privileged to participate in the blossoming growth of our community dating from the Moodyville Business Association. And the City continues to reach out to the LLBA as an advocate for business and residents of Lower Lonsdale. We are regularly consulted regarding a wide range of issues including taxation, policing and parking. We may be a Business Association, but a successful business association is difficult without a strong community behind it. We strive to fulfill our community obligation in part by hosting The Party and Symphony at the Pier, The Christmas Lights and Fall Festivals. Our success at that level is easy to see as more families and people participate in those festivals from year to year. I hope that everyone enjoys our Festivals even more than those of the past, and I wish you all a summer to remember.

Thank you.

Bill Curtis V.P. LLBA

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From the moment you wake up, shower, take out the garbage, get on the road in your car, your bike or the bus, go to the library, a recreation centre, visit a park or walk a trail, you’ve come in contact with just a few of the ser vices provided by your local government. There are many ways the City of North Vancouver services you and your community, and you have a say.

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Welcome As Mayor of the City of North Vancouver, it is my pleasure to invite you to experience our diverse Lower Lonsdale community.

With so much to see and do, and the continued enhancement of the City’s waterfront, Lower Lonsdale is quickly becoming an even more sought after area to live and must-see destination for visitors.

Located on the City’s waterfront across from downtown Vancouver, Lower Lonsdale offers a wide variety of commercial and professional services, hotels, restaurants, shopping, art galleries, a performing arts theatre, recreation centre and parks.

The area hosts annual community events including Party at the Pier and the Lower Lonsdale Fall Festival, and features popular attractions such as the Lonsdale Quay Public Market, Waterfront Park, Burrard Dry Dock Pier and Shipbuilders’ Square. The expanding North Shore Spirit Trail is a great feature of the City’s diverse waterfront, and is increasingly popular among residents and visitors to our community. The ongoing enhancement of the City’s waterfront continues to contribute to Lower Lonsdale’s reputation as a lively, walkable neighbourhood for all ages.

I hope that the time you spend in Lower Lonsdale gives you the chance to explore the many attractions, take in the breathtaking scenery and experience the warm hospitality of the Lower Lonsdale community.

Mayor Darrell Mussatto 141 West 14th St, N Vancouver, BC V7M 1H9 | Tel: 604.985.7761 | mayor@cnv.org | www.cnv.org Spring 2012 ❚ www.lowerlonsdalebusinessassociation.com ❚ 7

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Since 1950, Ratcliff & Co. has become the leader in North Shore legal services in whatever legal issues you face in the matters of life or business.

Our expertise and approachability got us here; through expert legal opinion, advice and representation.

We take pride in the talent of our people and their extensive service to the community. Our lawyers and employees have always been personally involved in numerous community and charitable organizations and events.

We’re proud of the difference that defines us.

Business & Real Estate Family and Injury Law Wills & Estates Dispute Resolution The meaning behind our motif: In 1996 the Squamish Nation presented Ratcliff & Company with a spectacular wood carving created by internationally renowned artist Xwa-lack-tun (Rick Harry). His three meter-wide sculpture graces our reception area. Respect for all people, regardless of race or religion is a central theme for this work of art which forms the basis for our firm’s motif, shown at top in its colours. We are honoured that Xwa-lack-tun supports our use of his sculpture as our motif.

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LOWER LONSDALE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS

C E L E B R AT I N G O U R M A R I T I M E C O M M U N I T Y

The Lower Lonsdale Business Association presents North Vancouver’s 6th Annual Party-at-the-Pier, Celebrating Our Maritime Community, at the foot of Lonsdale Avenue and the adjacent piers happening July 14 and 15, 2012.

Saturday & Sunday July 14 & 15, 2012 The Shipyards At the foot of Lonsdale Avenue

Voted one of the best musical festivals on the North Shore for the past four years, this year’s event promises to be another great family-friendly time!

Party-at-the-Pier will host numerous marine-themed activities and displays, along with entertainment on the Burrard Drydock and St. Roch Pier stages, offering something for all musical tastes and ages. There will be terrific live entertainment, roving performers, dancing, face painting, a fabulous variety of food and beverage vendors and much more. This festival happens rain or shine... don’t miss it!

Check the Outlook in July for for the Party at the Pier pull-out guide, or visit www.lowerlonsalebusinessassocation.com for more information.

www.lowerlonsdalebusinessassociation.com for exciting event details

Party at the Pier is produced and managed by Lewis & Sears marketing and event management - www.lewissears.com

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LOWER LONSDALE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS

Christmas Festival December 1st, 2012 The Shipyards, foot of Lonsdale Avenue The Lower Lonsdale Business Association presents North Vancouver’s 7th Annual Lower Lonsdale Business Association Christmas Festival.

We invite you to bundle up and bring your friends and family to come celebrate the holiday season at this favourite outdoor event. Never mind the cold... there’s always plenty of hot chocolate and cookies to warm you up. Don’t miss the official lighting of the City of North Vancouver’s Christmas tree — the perfect way to get yourself and your loved ones in the holiday spirit!

For more information, watch The Outlook for Christmas Festival announcements and pull-out guide, or visit www.lowerlonsdalebusinessassocation.com

LLBA 2012 Festival series produced and managed by Lewis & Sears marketing and event management. Email info@lewissears.com or call 250.240.5943 Spring 2012 ❚ www.lowerlonsdalebusinessassociation.com ❚ 13

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What it is: A work-live townhouse.

Rent: $2,400 per month Square feet: About 1,200-sq-ft.

Occupants: Sam Solis, owner of Buy The Bunch Flower Shop (buythebunch.ca, 8-188 E. Esplanade, 604-877-1945) and daughter Megan who just completed the musical theatre program at Capilano U. The main floor of our two-level home was converted into a store specializing in exquisite arrangements and gorgeous bouquets.

The quaint little space is beautifully stocked with locally-grown flowers as well as exotic import products from South America and Asia.

Major selling feature: Compact and modern design, floor-to-ceiling windows.

That one conversation piece: A 19th century Quebec-made country buffet and hutch which I bought 13 years ago on Antique Row on Main Street. It showcases most of my glass vases and collectibles. This piece retains its original light blue milk paint as well as its primitive hardware and is surrounded by an eclectic mix of original artwork and sculptures.

Best part about living in LoLo: Its close proximity to the water and the Quay. It is also walking distance from my favourite coffee shop called Cafe for Contemporary Art, The North Shore Neighborhood House, my bank and the Salvation Army Store. Also it’s heaven for a dog owner like me because of the neat walks along the pier and shipyards.

Compared to our last place... It has no grass First thing you changed: The light fixtures. for me to mow or hedges to prune and maintain!

Originally, we had pot lights equipped with ceiling fans. We changed that to Williamsburg-style Most recent home purchase: I recently bought chandeliers. These are some of my cool finds a cream-coloured Le Corbusier loveseat which on, where else... Craigslist! One of them is a has great masculine, contemporary lines and is 21-light brass beauty complete with gorgeous very, very comfortable. It is a nice way to complidetails on each of the candle arms and a matchment my existing French-style chairs and decor. ing gold chain. We added a large and ornate Favourite home activity: Re-arranging our ceiling medallion and voila! — we have a very furniture and shop display. expensive-looking fixture. Since our living room was transformed into a floral showroom, the chandelier added elegance and tasteful touch to our flower shop.

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Something for Everyone!

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Bellevue Ave. & 13th St (behind the Police Station) 10 am to 3 pm

East Plaza, Lonsdale Quay Market 10 am to 3 pm

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• Conventional & Organic Farmers • Prepared Food Vendors

• Crafters • Live Music • Reading Area & Book Exchange

• Games Table • Children’s Play Area • And More

For Info call 604.628.8226 or 604.318.0487 | 10am to 5pm | www.artisanmarkets.ca

David Neel Gallery 104 West Esplanade • North Vancouver BC • 604-988-9215 • www.davidneel.com

Fine Native Jewellery and Art Serving clients on the North Shore for 15 years (formerly David Neel Studio)

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Artisan Farmers Market – East Plaza Lonsdale Quay Market

Two Markets lend flavour to LoLo The Artisan Farmers Market, a staple of the Saturday morning streetscape at Lonsdale Quay, is back for another season of entertainment, community building and, of course, food sales.

Each Saturday, Artisan Farmers Market hits the sidewalk just steps from Lonsdale Quay, offering a host of delicious B.C. produce. Freshness is key at the market, as the fruit on sale each Saturday morning has been picked only the day before.

In addition to the array of produce available, the Artisan Farmers Market also hosts various sellers of prepared foods — including a wide selection of pesto and tapenades — as well as cheeses and eggs (organic and conventional).

But this isn’t just a place to satisfy the stomach.

Bookworms can take a peek at the used book exchange — where folks can trade an old book for one of the ones available or purchase a selection for only $2 — while others can sit with a copy of the newspaper in the reading area.

“People want to go back to their roots, a simple lifestyle. And I think people are interested in their security of their food — where their food comes from,” says Hainstock.

“But you can’t forget the sense of community.

We have people coming to the market and dancing [there is live entertainment each week]. We’ve had an elderly couple dancing at the market for years now. It’s really nice to see that.”

The Artisan Farmers Market at Lonsdale Quay opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 3 p.m. each Saturday until Oct. 27. A market is also open on Sundays in Ambleside. For more information, visit northshorefarmersmarkets.com.

For those looking for a fashion accessory or two, scarves and a selection of jewelry are also available.

All of the goods and services on hand at the Artisan Farmers Market play a role in the appeal of the Lower Lonsdale staple, but market manager Lyn Hainstock says there’s also a very traditional pull to farmers markets — something that harkens back to a time long before the supermarket and big-box lifestyle so routine in today’s society.

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North Shore Green Market – the night market at Shipbuilders’ Square

North Shore Green Market isn’t just a market, it’s an all-inclusive event, says coordinator Ingrid Doer. And she’s right. Each Friday at 5 p.m. starting June 15, the North Shore Green Market takes over the former shipyards area on the Lower Lonsdale waterfront for five hours of food, clothing, jewelry and produce sales.

Some of the food available at this year’s market: organic beef, lamb and turkey, handmade chocolates and assorted candies. Food trucks are also on site serving a plethora of hot dishes.

“It’s a really cool thing. We have different vendors from different areas. We have a guy who comes all the way from Pemberton with amazing flowers. There’s really unique people involved,” says Doer.

“But everything is from B.C. We don’t allow any imported stuff.”

music spanning a range of genres from reggae to blues.

The former shipyards site is located at the foot of Lonsdale Avenue, in front of the Pinnacle Hotel. The North Shore Green Market also operates markets on Wednesdays in the city hall plaza, Thursdays in Lynn Valley and Saturdays at Maplewood Farm.

For more information on the North Shore Green Markets, including recycling and composting initiatives available, visit canamade.com.

The goal of the Friday night markets, adds Doer, is to be a place to come and hang out, a place to spend some time checking out all the things on offer. To that end, Doer says organizers are hoping to add a selection of board games for visitors to play as well as adding a licensed area for those hoping to grab a drink.

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a lolo state of mind AT THE FOOT OF LONSDALE IN THE PINNACLE HOTEL AT THE PIER

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CityScape Art Space

Appropriately built into the seaward lean of Lonsdale Avenue, the CityScape Art Space considers itself at a tilt to Vancouver’s more commercial art houses.

“We’re not a gallery; we’re an art space,” says exhibition coordinator Jo Dunlop. “We make it inclusive, non-threatening and open to all. We never do solo shows.”

Run by the North Vancouver Community Arts Council, CityScape brands itself a “social profit” art space, where all the monies raised by exhibitions, programs, sales and rentals, go right back into supporting North Van artists.

One of its most popular programs — and, at 30 years running, certainly its most enduring — is its art rentals department. For a minimum borrowing period of one month, patrons can take home artworks from CityScape’s ever-evolving 300-piece collection.

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And it’s not just people renting pieces for their own homes, she added. The rental program is wildly popular with corporate offices and local businesses which enjoy a rotation of new art in the workplace, as well as realtors who borrow pieces to spruce up the interiors of on-the-market homes and condos.

At CityScape, one can also find how-to classes for all ages and, of course, renowned exhibitions.

On now until June 16 in the exhibition space is Studio: The Abstract Experience, featuring the works of 14 abstract painters. From June 22 to July 14 is slippage: the difference between the expected and the actual, a dynamic and contemplative exhibit in which three artists (Sean Mills, Christopher Don-

nelly and Merrell Gerber) play with space, truth and illusion in paintings, sculptures and installations. Opening reception is June 21 from 7-9 p.m. The Art of Typography runs from July 20 to Sept. 1, celebrating the aesthetics of the printed word and calligraphy.

The exhibit showcases posters from seven editions of the global Annual Typography Posters Exhibition. This show highlights the work of 30 different Iranian graphic designers, with an opening reception on July 19 from 7-9 p.m.

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Chef

Q &A

You are?

Shallaw Kadir of Fishworks (91 Lonsdale Avenue, fishworks.ca), a chef who enjoys to cook, eat, and drink. I love to create new dishes with unusual ingredients.

Your worst kitchen nightmare?

Grand opening at Fishworks — when both ovens suddenly turned off with a full restaurant.

Your cooking style?

Pacific Northwest.

Your electric-chair meal: Mama’s okra stew.

What’s in your fridge right now?

Fresh local oysters, halibut, and spot prawns.

Go-to spot to shop for fresh ingredients?

Fresh vegetables at Kin’s Farm Market inside Lonsdale Quay Iron chef ingredient – Lychee nuts – how would you use them in a dish?

I would make a beautiful lychee ice cream, or use it in a salad.

Guilty pleasure?

Desserts. Anything made with creme anglaise.

Favourite libation? Gin. Chef you’d like to share dinner with?

Anthony Bourdain.

He has travelled the world, and was able to experience the best cuisines that we have to offer. His stories and tableside manner would make for an unforgettable experience.

Last place you dined at on the North Shore?

La Regalade in West Vancouver. I love the roasted duck and the family-style service.

Best comfort food?

Eggs and toast.

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Located next to the Lonsdale Quay, Waterfront Park is the perfect place to chill on a warm day. Toss a frisbee on the grass or unpack your picnic and enjoy postcard views of Burrard Inlet and beyond. If you get antsy, check out Chiba Gardens or take the kids over to the large playground area.

ON THE STREET INTERVIEWS

Lower Lonsdale: what do locals really think?

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It doesn’t matter if you’re a tourist from Colombia, a day-tripper from downtown or a longtime local — there’s always something exciting to check out in Lower Lonsdale, especially now as the weather heats up. With that in mind, we caught up with five random people on a recent sunny afternoon and asked them what they liked best about Lower Lonsdale.

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What sets LoLo apart, says Ulla Svenhard, is the neighbourhood’s unique mix of fast pace and familiarity.

“It’s much different than just going to a restaurant or something,” she says. “You just see different people out here.”

On a sunny day, you can find her out on the Quay or in the market. With a daughter in West Vancouver, the two like to meet there for coffee, lunch or dinner.

“It’s just the best place to enjoy the weather,” Ulla says. “It’s not like anywhere else.”

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Dong Khong, new to the ‘hood and biking to the beat.

Dong Khong is pretty new to the LoLo neighbourhood, having just taken a job at a local breakfast hotspot about a month ago. He still lives in Vancouver — something that may soon change, he says — so commuting and bicycle accessibility are important to him.

“So far it seems very bike friendly,” he says, locking up his road bike at one of the many racks on Lonsdale.

Khong’s a student at Douglas College and wants to eventually get into nursing. But for now, he’s just enjoying the ride and discovering all that Lower Lonsdale has to offer.

“It’s really, really nice up here.”

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community feel After growing up in Lynn Valley, lifelong North Vancouverite Megan Osterreicher was drawn to the city’s bright lights.

She enjoys all the interesting and independent shops and cafes on Lonsdale.

And now with a daughter of her own, there’s no place she’d rather be to raise a family.

“It’s a real urban community feeling here. Everyone knows each other and that’s pretty rare,” she says, playing with her daughter in the shade outside a Lonsdale and First Street coffee shop.

Her favourite spot in LoLo? That’s easy.

“Lonsdale Quay. Especially at sunset.”

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Visitors Carlos Mejia and Omar Giraldo just finished sampling fresh fish at the Lonsdale Quay market.

Carlos Mejia just stepped off the SeaBus and into Lower Lonsdale for the first time and already he’s smitten.

“It’s absolutely spectacular here — the food, the people and the views are all amazing,” he says.

The Colombian school teacher is here on official business checking out Capilano University but he’s spending much of his time exploring the waterfront and taking photos with his friend and colleague Omar Giraldo.

The two sampled freshly caught fish at the market and were impressed to say the least.

“We already wish we could stay longer.”

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Avril Westby has lived in Lower Lonsdale for 22 years because of the convenience it affords seniors like her.

“I have a walker and so it’s very accessible,” she says. “Everything is right here and the bus stops right outside my door.”

On sunny afternoons she enjoys people-watching on Lonsdale and chatting with passersby.

“This is simply the most convenient place to be.”

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The Cheshire Cheese Restaurant & Bar offers casual, waterfront dining, specializing in delicious seafood and traditional British fare. Open for lunch and dinner.

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Sweet-scented French soap!

La Lucy Thrift and Boutique is a one-of-a-kind LoLo shop that offers its customers a vast, eclectic mix of vintage pieces, antiques and new stuff — all with a cool history. These imported Pre de Provence soaps, available in a variety of scents, go for $5 and up.

La Lucy Thrift and Boutique 225 Lonsdale Ave. 604.980.0010, lalucythriftandboutique.ca

Inka’s World Animal attraction These funky animal toques are handmade by artisan families of Otavalo in Ecuador. Inka’s World is a family-owned business represented in Canada by Luis Santillan, a native of Otavalo. The shop offers one-ofa-kind, high-quality goods that provide a fair price to Otavalo artisans so they can enjoy a sustainable future and a decent standard of living.

Inka’s World Second level Lonsdale Quay Market 604.988.7723

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Pretty in pink Colette’s Frocks offers a unique inventory of new, vintage and consignment clothes and accessories at great prices.

With handpicked consignment brands ranging from Lululemon to True Religion, all in mint condition, Colette’s has fashionable picks for any occasion.

This pink and black polka-dotted dress goes for $94.

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Enviro-scarves Designer Vanessa Cunningham creates these Eleganza Scarves by collecting and sewing together scraps left over from making other wraps or scarves.

These stylish, environmentally friendly scarves are available at Favourite Gifts .

Favourite Gifts Second level Lonsdale Quay Market 604.904.8840 favouritegifts.ca.

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Native Shoes The ultimate, lightweight durable summer shoe.

This Croc-like footwear is great for the beach, as they are waterproof, anti-microbial, washable, and odor free. These shoes are available for $55 at Second Wave, a longtime LoLo shop that sells skate, surf, and snowboarding gear.

Second Wave Board Shop 139 Lonsdale Ave. 604.986.9283 www.Second-wave.ca Second Wave Board Shop

Isabelle’s Bridal Say yes to the dress This Jim Heljm organza, tulle and sheen lace tiered bridal gown is available at Isabelle’s Bridal for $1,950. The popular dress shop offers a large variety of bridal gowns to suit any bride for any style of wedding. As well as bridal gowns, Isabelle’s offers bridesmaid, flower girl, and graduation dresses.

Isabelle’s Bridal 220 W. Esplanade 604.986.5200 www.Isabellesbridal.com

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Chef

Q &A

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Dino Renaerts – executive chef and director of operations at PIER 7 restaurant+bar (25 Wallace Mews, pierseven.ca) Your cooking style?

West Coast seafood – seasonal, local producers, ocean wise.

What’s in your fridge right now?

Quinoa Salad, Halibut, Spot Prawns Go-to spot to shop for fresh ingredients?

Trout Lake Farmers Market, Granville Island Market, best selection and variety of purveyors.

Iron chef ingredient – Lychee nuts – how would you use them in a dish?

Albacore Tuna Tataki with golden kiwi, mango and lychee nut salad, picked micro coriander drizzled with a tamari yuzu dressing, and served with a glass of Thornhaven Gewürztraminer.

Last place you dined at on the North Shore?

La Regalade – love the classic French flair!

Best comfort food?

Braised short ribs with parmesan risotto Your worst kitchen nightmare?

Years ago, I opened up a restaurant on Mother’s Day weekend and just got crushed with 400 covers the first day, 350 the second day and I had to shop at the supermarket to replenish most of the menu ingredients.

Guilty pleasure?

DQ chocolate shake.

Your electric-chair meal: Four hours of dim sum.

Favourite libation?

Italian Greyhound at Redd`s in Napa – it means I`m on vacation!

Chef you’d like to share dinner with?

Anthony Bourdain. He loves to eat, I love to cook like I love to eat!

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Poseidon’s

Surf & Turf Lobster and Cress Salad Ingredients: 2 lobsters (1 1/2 lbs. each) cooked and shelled 2 cups watercress, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup water chestnuts, thinly sliced 1/4 cup whole macadamia nuts, coarsely crushed Salt, white pepper, and cayenne to taste

Serves: 4 Prep Time: 20 mins.

Method: Place the lobster claws aside and chop the remaining lobster into 1/4-inch pieces.

Place the watercress, water chestnuts, and macadamia nuts in a bowl. Toss them together with the lobster pieces. Season with salt, white pepper, and cayenne to taste.

Chill until ready to serve.

Zesty Dijonnaise Dressing Ingredients: 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 3 tbsp. mayonnaise Rind of 1 fresh lemon Juice of 1 lemon 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil Salt and white pepper to taste Method: Mix together the mustard, mayo, lemon rind, and juice of the lemon. Slowly drizzle the olive oil and stir in. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Filet Mignon Medallions Ingredients: 4 tenderloin medallions (2-inch) individually tied around the circumference Coarse sea salt and coarse black pepper to taste 2 tbsp. canola oil Method: Coat the medallions with the coarse salt and pepper and the canola oil.

Heat a 9-inch skillet to medium/high. When the skillet is hot enough, sear the medallions about 1/4-inch deep on all sides or until medium rare.

Place on plate with a serving of the salad and 1 lobster claw.

Drizzle the dressing on top and garnish with the remaining whole leaves of watercress.

An original mouth-watering recipe from Kosta the Fishmonger!

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Called to the Bar: Mixing

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FISHWORKS 91 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver 778.340.3449 | www.fishworks.ca

THE DISTRICT 13 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver 778.338.4938 | www.thedistrictsocial.com

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A. I love the diversity of guests: locals, business men and women, honeymooners, and world travelers; all varying in age, life stories, and of course drink preference! Our restaurant and lounge is a bright and stylish and our team is a close-knit group. This makes The Lobby a home away from home for me and for everyone that comes through our doors.

Q. What defines a good bartender?

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ANATOLI SOUVLAKI 5 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver 604-985-9853 | www.anatolisouvlaki.com

THE LOBBY RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver 604.986.7437 | www.PinnaclePierHotel.com

Q. What would you like to be doing if you weren’t bartending?

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Public Art

The public art on display in Lower Lonsdale pays homage to the neighbourhood’s rich past and dynamic future. In all, the City of North Vancouver has 60-some public art pieces, so don’t forget to get out and appreciate the outdoor art that helps define our community. Clockwise from top right: Title: Viewpoint Stairway Artist: Bill Pechet & Stephanie Robb Location: The Pier A metal staircase, reminiscent of shipbuilding materials is fitted with binoculars to serve as a viewing platform to Burrard Inlet, the working port, and downtown Vancouver.

Title: Squamish Nation Story Project Artist: Siyamin Artist Cooperative Location: Spirit Trail Funded by the Squamish Nation and the City of North Vancouver’s Community Public Art Program, the Squamish Nation Story project is a way to creatively share the Squamish Nation’s traditional story legends and culture. This Community Public Art Project is integrated into the benches along the Spirit Trail.

Title: NSNH Entrance Artist: Elizabeth Kozlowski Location: North Shore Neighbourhood House The front entrance of the NSNH has been

transformed into a colourful artwork with windows that reflect the diversity and vitality of the people found within.

Title: Joe Bustemente Trumpet Artist: Richard Wojcienchowski Location: The Pier In 1900, Joe Bustemente, a one-armed Chilean mariner was retained to blow his trumpet to direct ferries through fog or darkness to the North Vancouver wharf.

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Title: Harubang Artist: Unknown Location: Waterfront Park This traditional Korean sculpture derived from native shamanism serves as a guardian and boundary marker. It was a gift to promote understanding and friendship between the Port of Vancouver and the Port of Inchon, Korea.

For more information about Public Art in Lower Lonsdale: www.cnv.org

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what’s on…

It’s summertime and the livin’ is easy.

In Lower Lonsdale, the patios are filing up and the parties are planned.

There is always something going on. The waterfront is more inviting than ever as sunlight brightens the prospect of just being outside. Now is the time to wander about the neighbourhood and discover all the shops, restaurants, people and places that LoLo has to offer!

JUNE 2012 FARMER’S MARKET Lonsdale Quay Market – on the East Plaza.

On May through October.

Every Saturday, 10am - 3pm Conventional and organic produce, jams, jellies, home baking, local artisans & more.

North Shore Green Markets’ NIGHT MARKET AT THE PIER At The Shipbuilders’ Square 5 pm - 10 pm Lots of food, fun and excitement in the perfect location at the foot of Lonsdale – northshoregreenmarkets.com for info.

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SUMMERFEST – JUNE - SEPTEMBER Lonsdale Quay Market – South Plaza Waterfront festival features live concerts, dance classes & demos, children’s activities and weekend farmer’s markets.

Info at www.lonsdalequay.com

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Watch the Outlook for details and pull-out schedule and check www. lowerlonsdalebusinessassociation. com for information.

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NOVEMBER 2011 LEST WE FORGET Observe Remembrance Day at the Victoria Park Cenotaph - Keith at Lonsdale Ave. DECEMBER 2011 FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS – December 1st, The Shipyards (foot of Lonsdale, next to the Pier.) It’s LLBA’s sparkling wintertime festival. An outdoor, family-friendly evening.

Bundle up, bring your friends and celebrate the season! Santa will be there! www. lowerlonsdalebusinessassociation.com

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F C m O l c

In the community: parks, centres & places to see Galleries, community centres, archives, theatres, museums, and lots of open, airy public spaces for meeting friends or relaxing by the water. It’s all right here in Lower Lonsdale.

Jack Loucks Court A prominent neighbourhood feature is the public open space on the 100 Block of West 1st Street. This is known as Jack Loucks Court and includes water features, seating, planting and public art installations, based on North Shore themes.

100 Block of West 1st Street The Pier is a breathtaking venue located on the City’s historic Versatile Shipyards site. Anchored by the 700-foot long Burrard Dry Dock Pier and smaller floating St. Roch Dock, the Pier offers spectacular 360-degree views of the North Shore and Vancouver skylines and is truly a signature landmark.

John Braithwaite Community Centre Opened in the Fall of 2004, this beautiful community centre includes: a seniors’ centre, youth centre, family centre, fitness centre, gymnasium, art studio, dance studio, kitchen, public-access computers, and meeting/multi-purpose rooms.

145 West 1st Street • Info: www.jbcc.ca or 604.982.8310.

North Shore Neighbourhood House North Shore Neighbourhood House (NSNH) is a not-for-profit registered charity serving the North Shore community since 1939. The NSNH has a long tradition of providing social, recreational and child care services to North Shore residents.

North Shore Neighbourhood House • www.nsnh.bc.ca Presentation House Presentation House is Lower Lonsdale’s multi-functional art centre, theatre, gallery museum, and archives. It offers a range of services and attractions. The gallery houses one of the largest photographic and artistic media collections in the west.

National and international artists display here, but the focus is on Canadian talent.

The North Vancouver Museum and Archives holds the key to the North Shore’s photographic history.

The Presentation House Theatre plays host to a variety of dramatic performances year round.

333 Chesterfield Avenue (at 3rd St.) • Info: 604.990.3474.

CityScape Community Art Space Founded in 1969, CityScape Community Art Space is a non-profit community cultural organization. Their mandate is to enable emerging and established artists in all disciplines, bridge cultures, and build strong a strong community through the arts.

They provide resources and professional development for artists.

335 Lonsdale Avenue • Info: 604.988.6844

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UNITY CLOTHING INC. 108 Victory Ship Way Phone: 604 988 8700

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Explore Together

Where to go today? Perhaps a boat trip on the Harrison River to see eagles nesting, or a scenic trip to a lavender farm in Langley?

Maybe a drive to Whistler to experience the Peak to Peak gondola?

So many choices...

At The Summerhill we get Out and AboutTM together to explore new places, or revisit places we have not been to in years.

What would you like to do today?

Explore with us at The Summerhill. Call us for a personal tour.

135 West 15th Street (off Lonsdale) North Vancouver | 604.980.6525 www.thesummerhill.ca Part of Pacific Arbour Retirement Communities

Where good things come together.

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