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25 home tour 24 home tour 34 at home with… 42 taste notes 45 tasting notes 46 local flavour 49 feature 54 roam notes 63 weekender 64 travel 68 thrive notes 79 holiday indulgence 80 notes
HOME LIFE NEWS
BEFORE & AFTER
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MADISON TAYLOR
DELICIOUS BITES
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HOMESTEAD ARTISAN BAKERY
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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
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Christ-Moose is Here!
Stylish Sipping
Foldable Straw $19.95 Available at Everleigh Garden, Downtown Barrie
Sitting Moose with Lumber Jack Hat $ 55.99 Available at Our House, Downtown Barrie
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Places Please
Dotted Deer Plate Simple yet elegant $18.00 each Tasseled Linen Napkin $6.00 each Ticking Stripe Placemat $6.00 each Rattan Charger $18.00 each Available at Harbour Home Interiors, Friday Harbour, Innisfil
Pretty in Pink
Let’s Flamingle Brush Set Single or not, get ready to fla-mingle with this fun set of 5 vegan, cruelty-free brushes inspired by flamingos & pineapples. $50.00 Available at Tarte.com
Custom & Cozy
Exclusive Lake Simcoe Lumbar Pillow Made by local artisan. $39.00 Available at Harbour Home Interiors, Friday Harbour, Innisfil
Never Board
Felt Letter Board Craft personalized messages every day with this fun felt letter board. Made with real felt. Solid oak frame with wall mounting hook. Includes 315 white letters. 40 cm x 30 cm. $49.50 Available at Indigo.com
Hot in Camo
Swing Coat by Alembika Made in Israel. $675.00 Available at Joni’s Fine Clothing
Dial Back
Retro Phones $79.00 Available at Everleigh Garden, Downtown Barrie
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Now in its 8th year of operation, Liberty North has recently transformed itself into the largest full service events facility in Barrie. The venue recently completed a significant expansion and renovation that added 3000 square feet of space, increasing its capacity by over 50%. The new refreshed interior and colours offer modern elegance and sophistication. Its convenient location in the south end of Barrie, off Highway 400 and Mapleview Road, makes it an ideal location to host your private/family or corporate event. Its flexible space configurations and various sized meeting rooms, allows the venue to accommodate events of all sizes from just a few to a few hundreds of guests. Its in-house Event Manager ensures each event is executed with care, while the Executive Chef ensures each meal is created and prepared as desired. Liberty North also offers catering services and its to-go deli, LN to go, offers quick lunch and dinner pick-ups.
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On the Rocks
In the Red
Milan Handbag Made in Portugal. $239.99 Available at Cavalinho, Cedar Point, Barrie
Rock Bottom Vessel Decanter $94.00 Available at Everleigh Garden, Downtown Barrie
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Biker Babe!
Legacy Vendetta Dura Ace A sleek aerodynamic frame design with perfect high level group set and carbon wheels. $5,999.99 Available at Bike Zone
Wahoo KICKR Climb Indoor Trainer Grade Simulator Designed to work with the wahoo snap and will add physical grade to your indoor training experience. $849.99 Available at Bike Zone
The Gift of Cooking
Liaison College Cooking Classes Cooking classes can be a great gift for that special someone in your life. And with the rising interest in the culinary field, there are many of different types of cuisines to choose from such as Indian, Greek, German and Moroccan. $75.00 per class. Available at www.liaisoncollegebarrie.ca
Sophisticated Elegance
Christine Chemise 100% silk for the ultimate in luxury. Made in Vancouver. Short gown $350.00, Long gown $520.00 Available at Bravo Fine Lingerie, Downtown Barrie
Wrap it Up
Bathing Beauty
Nuno Felted Scarf Handmade by a Jackson’s Point artisan. Scarf is created with merino wool and teeswaterlocks. Many, many hours taken to create this beautiful one of a kind piece. Very warm and cozy! $200.00 Available at Joni’s Fine Clothing
Lavendar & Hibiscus Mineral Bath Soak Stressful days and sore muscles are in for a sumptuous bathing soak! Our custom blend includes Atlantic Ceara, Pink Himalayan and Epsom salts, scented with stress-relieving lavender oil, and mixed with a rich array of organic teas and flowers like organic green tea, lavender, lemon myrtle, rosehip and more. $15.00 Available at Glow Day Spa
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holiday gift guide Sweet Strides
Sparkle & Shine
John Fluevog Shoes These fancy lace-ups by the celebrated Canadian designer will ensure that you step out in style. Named after the ice cream drive-in John’s father owned and ran,The Luxury Freeze Family is all about fun times and simple pleasures. These platform lace-up shoes are oozing with luscious contrast leathers and a marble painted heel, The Sova Sundae is absolutely delectable. $385.00 Available at www.fluevog.com
14 Karat Gold Halo Diamond Ring Set 1.44 carat total weight. $2,100.00 Available at Bill Leboeuf Jewellers, Downtown Barrie
Glitter Gang
Sephora exclusive set Includes Limited Edition Silver Glitter Buttercup Blow-Dryer and Glitter Spritzer Sparkle Spray. $270.00 Available at Drybar.com
Namaste Naturally
Yoga Mat Cleaner Based in Barrie. All Natural products (creams to cleaners). $14.00 Available at www.twosistersnaturals
Rejuvenating & Relaxing Cocoon Wellness Pro Pod Intro Session: $22.00 Single Session: $45.00 10 Pack: $250.00 Single Month: $150.00 1 Year Commitment: $115.00 Available at Sunset Tan, Barrie
About Face
Moisturizing Gift Set Thanks to this handy, little pack, you get to boost your moisturizing and discover a complete purifying routine for your face. $75.00 Available at Glow Day Spa
Warm & Cozy
Vacation Now Please Barrie based mobile shop with many dierent clothing styles to choose from. $79.00 Available at www.smashhouseclothing.com
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One for the Road Men’s Lawlen Leather Jacket The vintage leather used to build our Lawlen Leather Jacket distresses with time to tell your own stories of freedom and adventure. To keep you warm on the journey, quilted plaid lines the body. Side vents give heat an escape route to help you manage your core temp. Available at Harley Davidson
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It’s all in the Wrist
Rare, Vintage 1970 Rolex Red Submariner With original box. $35,000.00 Available at Bill Leboeuf Jewellers, Downtown Barrie
Luxe Leather
Camel Executive Bag Brown Leather with top zipper closure. Front large zipper pocket for convenience such as cell phone or keys. Handmade in Portugal. $209.99 Available at Cavalinho, Cedar Point, Barrie
Snow Blows
YARD MAN Snowblower 272cc 26” 2 Stage Snow Thrower. $1449.99 Available at Allandale Home Hardware
The Truck Stops Here Light-up Trucks with Trees $13.99 each Available at Our House, Downtown Barrie
Walk this Way
The Walking Dead Cabernet Sauvignon label features a horde of zombies, and when the Living Wine Labels app is launched and pointed at the bottle, they break out of the label onto the phone screen. Pointing the app at both labels, when the bottles are side by side, triggers the characters to fight each other. Corks are collectible, featuring a variety of images such as barbed wire, a walker hand and an undead head. $24.95 - Available at the LCBO
Cutting Crew
Assorted Quality Knives From $36.99 Available at The Restaurant Store
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Surround yourself with Sound Revolve Speakers Revolve + $369.00 Revolve $249.00 Micro $129 .00 Available at Simcoe Audio Video
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Cooking Companion
Olive Oil Gift Boxes A wide selection of gourmet olive oils and balsamics. Perfect for gift giving. 2 packs $12.00, 6 Packs $32.00 Available at Olive Oil Co., Barrie
At Rest
Made with Love Spoon Rest For the top chef in your life. $13.00 Available at Harbour Home Interiors, Friday Harbour Innisfil
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This Takes the Cake
Mamma Mia!
Barcelona Glass Dome The cloche can be used with a multitude of serveware pieces including serving trays and cake stands. $240.00 Available at Catherine Staples Interiors
Signature pizza boards derived from an original Italian design. The reclaimed wood boards are distinguished by two strips of contrasting timer on one side, while the other side of the board shows the authentic beauty of the reclaimed wood. Pizza Boards $140.00-175.00 Available at Catherine Staples Interiors
Festive Kitchens
Foodie Delight
Tea Towels with Ornaments Perfect gifts for the hostess! $23.50 each Available at Our House, Downtown Barrie
Hello Fresh - Family Box Give a gift that is more than food! HelloFresh! will deliver pre-measured ingredients and step-by-step recipes straight to their doorstep! Includes 3 meals for 4 people. $129.99 Available at Hello Fresh!
Sweet & Savoury
Custom Made Baskets Filled with all your charcuterie needs - perfect for the foodie in your life. Starting at $50.00 Available at J’adore Fine Cheese and Chocolate
Luxurious Comfort
Palliser Baltic Duo Power Rocker Swivel Recliner All leather. $1,649.00 Available at Aboda Decor
Rise & Rest
Aroma TimeÂŽ Black Two tanks and a timer you can pre-set to start automatically morning and night means you can have wellness around the clock. $189.95 Available at SAJE.com
Light it Up
Bordeaux Essential Oil Candle Our candles contain the finest essential oils created in Grasse, France - the perfume capital of the world and are hand mixed with a blend of high-quality mineral and vegetable waxes. $99.00 Available at Catherine Staples Interiors
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everything happens fora reason
(and Other Lies I’ve Loved)
KATE BOWLER
Review by MELANIE HENNESSEY
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BELONG
Radha Agrawal With connectedness being key to happiness, fulfillment and success, Radha Agrawal has created a blueprint to help readers find their people and build and nurture community.
We’ve all heard it before — that everything happens for a reason. But how can someone facing death reconcile such a thought? Such is the almost impossible question that Kate Bowler tackles in her New York Times bestselling memoir, which ultimately tells the story of learning how to let go of expectations and live life meaningfully at a time when it seems impossible to go on. Bowler worked as a professor at Duke Divinity School with a specialty in the American prosperity gospel, the creed of televangelism. Shortly after having a baby with her high school sweetheart at the age of 35, she began to feel jabbing pains in her stomach. She lost almost 30 pounds before she was finally diagnosed with stage four colon cancer. Thus begins Bowler’s seemingly endless rounds of treatments, including her participation in an immunotherapy drug trial. Throughout it all, her family and friends are rallying alongside, helping carry her through the greatest trial of her life. During her illness she has plenty of time to reflect on her seemingly hopeless situation, along with her faith in the prosperity gospel, which sees fortune as a blessing from God and misfortune as a mark of God’s disapproval. Having lived with the conviction that she can control the shape of her life with a surge of determination, Kate questions everything she has believed in for so long and wonders, what does it mean to die in a society that insists everything happen for a reason? The beautifully written, relatable musings of someone facing a potentially fatal fate will keep you turning the pages, and possibly doing a bit of your own soul searching. Be sure to check out the helpful appendices that offer up short lists of what to say/not say to someone enduring a traumatic situation.
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the plasma art of the martyn family BY DAWN RITCHIE
If you were lucky enough to stroll through Artisan’s Alley at Kempenfest this summer, you’ll have encountered the rustic Plasma Art of the Martyn family. Antique crosscut saws, rusty harrowing blades, old shovels and cast iron pots are the art medium for this family of men. It all started in 2016 when Kevin Martyn came across a plasma cutter at the restore facility, Habitat for Humanity. He called his father and asked if they might have a use for it in their family’s workshop. His father encouraged him to bring it home, and the adventure began. While trying to figure out other uses for the tool, it was mother, Lynda Martyn, who did some sleuthing on Pinterest and suggested burning trees and bucolic scenes into farm and workshop tools. And Martyn Metalworks was born. 20
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Plasma art swiftly grew as the passion of the family. Father, Gary, and his two sons Bryan and Kevin were now spending their weekends bonding and rediscovering their innate talents for drawing. Luckily, third brother, Dave, was a junker at the time, working for Got Junk. He acquired a couple of rusty old saws and shovels every day and brought them over, saving them from the landfill. Using soapstone and chalk, the men drew scenes freehand right on the saws before cutting away the unneeded metal with the plasma cutter. Each design needed to be carefully thought out in advance to ensure there was enough structural integrity left to support the saw. Kevin says the work is so precise, that even a slight wobble in your hand can cut through an image,
The Evergreen Store like the hood of a car. He admits that is how a vintage Malibu he was cutting out suddenly became a convertible. Kevin has since found a second plasma cutter at a reuse store and gifted it to his younger brother, Bryan, for Christmas. Then on his 10th wedding anniversary Kevin’s wife bought him a new one as her gift. “She got a ring and I got a plasma cutter,” he laughs.
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“With three different artists, we have a bigger variety of styles to choose from.” Each member of the Martyn family now brings their own artistic flare to the craft. “With three different artists, we have a bigger variety of styles to choose from,” says Kevin. Bryan’s work has really blossomed and father Gary is renowned for his trees. “He’s the best at creating depth in 2D with details,” says Kevin. “Like a pond, with animals behind in a hunting scene.” Deciding on which image to draw is often dictated by the shape of the metal itself. “Typically, we try to think of a scene or what would fit well on the piece,” he explains. “But also, what do people want to hang in their cottage, country home or in their kitchen that reminds them of their cottage? We have over two hundred art pieces hanging in people’s homes now. That’s a good feeling.” Expanding their vision, the Martyns now create custom designs on demand. A local farmer wanted their family farm depicted on a cross saw. “It’s their cows, barn and their tractor,” says Kevin. “Not just a generic tractor, but their tractor.” Another customer whose husband was gravely ill wanted something special to remember him by. He was a coalminer and the Martyns created plasma art of him holding a coal mining drill. A meaningful remembrance for her. Find the plasma art of Martyn Metalworks at local craft and art fairs, at Kempenfest next season and at the Teak Barn in Erin, Ontario throughout the year. See their Facebook page at: https://www. facebook.com/martynmetalworks
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The iconic Rumford was a sensation when it was invented back in 1790 and it is still considered the gold standard for a peak combustion, clean burning wood fireplace today. Designed by physicist, Sir Benjamin Thompson (Count Rumford), the firebox is taller than average and slightly shallower with angled covings that radiate heat back into the room while drawing soot up the chimney. Comfy crackling wood fires are making a comeback and Renaissance Fireplaces offers a modern version of the Rumford. Find it at Hearth and Leisure in Mono. hearthandlesiure.com
The Wild Side
Now that temperatures have plummeted, food sources for our winged friends have disappeared. Bird feeders stocked with black oil sunflower seeds, shelled peanuts and suet bars deliver the high calorie nutrition wild birds need during these months. Finches will also pick at dangling mesh socks of Niger seed. The upside of feeding is the opportunity for some up-close bird watching. The Birdhouse Nature Store in Orillia stocks specialty bird seed, suet, and nesting houses for our fine feathered friends. birdhousenature.com
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Winter is approaching and it’s time to cozy up with a wool blanket and cocoa in your favourite comfort mug. Handmade artisan pottery continues to trend as buyers increasingly shun mass-produced imported dinnerware that could contain lead in the glaze. Mismatched collections, wabi-sabi pieces and homey rustics are the new favourites. Dotti Potts Studio is a Barrie Pottery that’s been making fashion forward functional tableware by hand for over two decades. Find them on Sanders Road in the south end. DottiPotts.com
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FROM 3-BEDROOM TO 2-BEDROOM, A STUNNING SIDE-SPLIT MAKEOVER
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side split can be a tricky layout when trying to optimize light and create good flow. Multiple levels, small sets of stairs and supporting walls interrupt those fundamentals. Trisha Bowman and husband Tim Perry had some ideas on how to correct that issue and took on the challenge of converting a dated side split into a modern, contemporary haven. For the exterior, the transformation was dramatic. Pink brick was painted charcoal grey and the vinyl siding replaced with pre-stained rough cut pine. The bowed bay window was also eliminated and traded for a flat contemporary picture window, black on the exterior and white on the interior. The roof shingles were next. “We had to go with a darker roof,” says Bowman. “As soon as you have some element that doesn’t match, it can throw off the whole style. It doesn’t look purposely selected.”
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“Originally, when you first walked in through the front door a wall separated the living room from the foyer, We took that out and put in two wood support beams.” As a realtor of 15 years, Bowman has assessed hundreds of homes. In the interior, her eye can immediately evaluate problems. Small rooms and low ceilings create darkness she explains. “In this home, every room was a different colour and it brought the whole house down.” Her impulse was to remove walls, enlarge windows, and replace railings with glass that would let the light through. “It was all closed off,” says Bowman. “You couldn’t see the bedrooms and bathroom. Same with going down stairs. Dark and closed off. We wanted to push as much light as we could through the home. An open rise staircase really helped with the low ceiling down there.” Painting walls a bright colour was another tactic Bowman wanted to use to bounce light naturally. Choosing an all-white colour palette punctuated with occasional wood accents would reinforce the modern look she was going for. “Originally, when you first walked in through the front door a wall separated the living room from the foyer,” she says. “We took that out and put in two wood support beams. I went with that contemporary rustic feel. When you have that much white you need some natural elements to warm it up and we did that in the stairwell as well.” After the entry walls were gone, Bowman and Perry removed the existing kitchen and put it at the opposite end of the room so you wouldn’t walk right into the kitchen from the front door. A new eight-foot slider window was installed to improve sightlines from the entrance. Views now moved right through the house and out the slider to the rear garden, giving the impression of a larger space. In the kitchen, Jeff Mills from Camty Cabinets constructed and installed white custom cabinetry directly on site. A striking quartz waterfall island with grey veining became the focal point with see through glass pendants dangling above.
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A built-in banquette was also constructed in the alcove beside the slider, allowing the dining table to be pushed right up against a wall. Bowman chose natural wood chairs for the white round pedestal table and wood bar stools for the island. “So now there’s a large kitchen area and four-seater island with a separate eating area and tons of seating,” says Bowman. But with the amount of white in the kitchen she knew the wall above the banquette still needed something extra to add visual interest. “I went back and forth on wallpaper or trim, but didn’t really want to use typical wainscoting,” she says. While searching for alternatives, she discovered a patterned wood trim treatment on Pinterest. She knew she’d landed on the solution. “It adds an artistic feel,” says Bowman, who decided to paint it white. “Altering colour defines that one space. My goal was make the whole house feel like it flowed from one section to the next. If you break it up it starts to feel small.” The main bath was the one place where Bowman got creative with patterned floor tile, black industrial towel rack and black matte plumbing fixtures. “You can always do fun things in a bathroom,” says Bowman. “I saw that floor tile for a while at Tilemaster and just loved the look. But when you go bold in one place, you’ve got to go neutral on the walls. The most radical decision Bowman and Perry made however, was in transforming the threebedroom home into a two-bedroom. A fact which could impact future saleability. “Two-bedrooms are slightly harder to sell,” admits Bowman. But
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knowing that younger families are having fewer children and a stream of baby boomers are now moving up to Barrie to retire, the decision was easy. “I considered all the pros and cons. The home could work great for one buyer or just okay for all buyers.” By switching to a spacious two-bedroom with huge walk-in closets and placing a third extra bedroom on the lower level every scenario could be addressed. “One kid goes up and one goes down,” says Bowman. “Now this could be a perfect home for a young couple just starting out or for a retired couple who wanted a nice garden and the ability to stay in their home.” Tackling that agenda turned out to be a huge undertaking, however. The whole layout needed to be reconfigured and more walls had to come down. For the upper level master bedroom, a substantial walk-in closet with built-ins and barn door entry was created by annexing part of the tiny second bedroom. The other bedroom on this floor would also get a larger closet plus a built-in desk. On the lower level, a large basement window that permitted egress was installed in that third bedroom to meet code. “We tore out tons of drywall throughout the house,” says Bowman. “Nothing was salvageable. The whole basement was torn out, including the dark panelling down there. The ceiling was low and we managed to raise it a couple of inches. When it’s that low every inch helps.” The basement level bedroom would unfold as a teenager’s dream. Coveted privacy, a walk-in closet, sizeable three-piece bathroom, and even room leftover for a study. “We gutted that whole basement back,” says Bowman. “Redesigned it with built ins and pot lights for better lighting.
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Aluminum wiring was changed to copper. We installed a new electrical panel. But that small office area downstairs still had a problem, a low ceiling in one section. “We couldn’t raise that section,” says Bowman. “So, we added built-ins to give it a purpose and optimize the space. Whenever you have shallow ceilings that is where you can put storage. That way the space doesn’t go to waste. It doesn’t draw your eye to a problem. It’s a solution now.” The main recreation area on the lower level also enjoys a casual lounge with a deep comfortable sectional and matching ottoman to stretch out on. Bowman decided to leave the wood burning fireplace as is. “Stone is nice. People love a wood burning fireplace. It’s the natural elements that make a home cozy and warms it up,” she says. The laundry room also resides on the lower level, and to stay on trend, gold fixtures and brass pulls were fitted on cabinetry. And all interior doors throughout the residence were changed out for modern, single paneled doors sourced from Barrie Trim and Molding. Black hardware came from Barcres to complete the highly desirable contemporary look. “I love seeing things transformed,” says Bowman. “I really love giving life to an old home. Bringing it back to life.”
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Farmhouse Chic By Dawn Ritchie
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or style-savvy Wispy Boivin there’s nothing a can of white paint can’t solve. “My husband thinks it’s my fix-it for everything in life,” she laughs. From whitewashed floors to painted-out pianos to vintage white enameled doorknobs, it’s the defining palette of her life. When Christophe and Wispy Boivin bolted from Toronto to seize on their dream of living in the country, they headed north to Collingwood and found a quaint white country farmhouse in Nottawa on 23 acres of land that fit the bill. The plan was to raise their three children in a bucolic environ where sensibilities ran to trees and wildlife instead of video games and social media.
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Chef Christophe opened the Tremont Café, and entrepreneur, Wispy, launched the Press Juice Co. and later, the Press Market, investing their fortunes in the Georgian Bay community. Getting the home in shape for their active family of five, however, meant architectural changes for the residence. The three-bedroom farmhouse, constructed by Gerschwiler Building in 2009, sported reclaimed doors, vintage hardware, eight-foot ceilings, and a deep covered porch, elements all true to the style of an old farmhouse. But the overall footprint wasn’t sufficiently large enough for this family of five. Wispy especially wanted a space with higher ceilings for a more open experience and additional bedrooms to accommodate each child. An addition was the only answer. The one sticking point was the roof line. It could no longer be contiguous. A modification Wispy was willing to live with. While the main house was clad in wooden siding, the garage had vertical board and batten. Wispy chose to repeat that exterior look for the addition to address the variance in roofline. “It’s an addition. Let it be an addition,” she says. The original builders were brought in to construct the great room with eleven foot ceilings and wood burning fireplace plus three additional bedrooms on the second level. One of the smaller existing bedrooms was transformed into a walkthrough den for the children, bringing the bedroom tally to five. Next Wispy attacked those pine floors. “They were quite orange,” she recalls. “And I wanted
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the home to have a few elements that carried throughout the main house.” Although the residence was only a few years old, the builders had installed antique floors upstairs and painted them solid white to deliver an authentic farmhouse ambiance. Aiming for continuity, Wispy decided to strip the main level floors and whitewash them. A week after she saw the finished results, she had the workmen back again to make them even whiter. “We whitewashed everything,” she says. “That’s sort of my thing.” With that clean Scandinavian appearance as a foundation, Wispy then incorporated salvage and vintage furnishings and accessories as her main design element. The builders had already installed salvaged doors throughout that she loved. “The doors are heavy and textured and paneled and it adds so much to the design,” she remarks. “And the antique hardware is phenomenal. They’re all vintage crystal glass, brass or white enamel handles.” Wispy’s favourite item, however, by far, was the unique pocket door in the master’s spa ensuite. “The builder acquired it from an old elementary school,” she says. “It’s got dimpled glass. Very old fashioned and so special.” Salvaged furnishings are a significant design trend today, popping up in pictorial spreads in all of the prestigious architectural and design magazines, but they are nothing new to Wispy. This has been her aesthetic for years. An old parson’s table and plank coffee table populate the great room. Wooden daybeds and benches are layered with hand-dyed Shibori textiles, pillows, and bedding. “I’ve always loved design,” says Wispy. “And had zero training and I’ve always done what I liked. That little farm has had so many admirers. People enjoy the décor.” Part of her magic is her knack for evolving arrangements. The harvest dining table in the dining room is accessorized with bucket chairs in the winter and redressed with mismatched vintage chairs for the summer. In fact, Boivin admits she has purchased so many vintage chairs from the
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local salvage boutique that she’s been cut off. “No more chairs for you, I was told,” Wispy laughs. “I cleaned them out.” “Wispy has a great sense of style,” says Elaine Kettlewell of Kettlewells, a favourite haunt of Ms. Boivin’s. “She knows what she likes and knows how to put it together.” But with the new addition, not all are visions of the past. The great room is contemporary, with sharp, clean lines and modern black-framed fiberglass windows. It is the biggest departure from the existing structure and in direct contrast with the rest of the dwelling’s more traditional, smaller white framed windows. “Luckily, the builders had done a black metal front door and black metal garage door,” says Wispy. “So, there was that element and it carried through to the black windows. And it works. The kitchen is cozy, with a nestled in feel. It flows into the dining room and sitting room. It’s lovely and nice but it’s not too high because you can lose yourself in rooms when the ceiling is too high. But now we can retreat to the great room with its high ceilings and a fire roaring. There’s an eight by sixteen-foot window looking out for that big lofty feel.” The kitchen, albeit smaller in size, opens out onto the massive porch, where dinners are often held. “It’s just a great place to dine,” says Wispy. “With the chickens all running all over the backyard. You have a gorgeous view. We built in an
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L-bench seat for hanging out. It’s just brilliant, even if it’s raining. And there’s 23 acres off the back. Beautiful walking trails. The great thing is no one can ever build anything behind you. That’s a comfort. The kids go tobogganing down the hills, cross-country skiing, skidooing. You relax, just watching the wildlife… the chickens, bunnies, paddocks, donkeys and horses.” To accommodate this menagerie there are numerous outbuildings. A red roofed two-story barn is so clean Wispy claims she could live in it. At one point, they temporarily installed a full commercial kitchen on the bottom floor with a plan of turning the upper floor into guest quarters. A second smaller barn, painted white with red doors was the original with horse stalls and a hayloft, but the Boivins found that the animals always wanted to be outside, so an exterior shelter was set up at a right angle where they’d be protected from the elements. The Boivins have since purchased a second 50-acre forested property on Pretty River Road and moved into it. They rented out the farmhouse and sold the Tremont Café and Press Juice Co. with the plan to create high-end boutique cabins on the new property. Unfortunately, after a pushback from the NEC (Niagara Escarpment Commission) that proposal was shelved and now they are plotting their next moves. Both the farmhouse and the Pretty River properties are on the market. “If we sell the Pretty River property we’ll move back into the farmhouse,” says Wispy. “If we sell both, we’ll build.” But then again there’s always that other fantasy percolating on the Boivin back burner. Wispy confides that it encompasses a secret yearning for a new adventure, living somewhere out of the country, maybe even in Costa Rica.
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With madison taylor By Dawn Ritchie
Born and raised in Simcoe County, hometown designer Madison Taylor is a success story like no other. A 2007 graduate of the Georgian College Interior Design Program, Taylor hit the ground running, securing a position at the formidable hospitality design firm, Mackay Wong, in Toronto. After a year of working on hotels and resorts she returned to the Simcoe region to open her own business, Madison Taylor Design, a design/build enterprise. Design was a career path Taylor says she’s been on since elementary school. Her mother was a decorator and she even completed a co-op for hospitality design in the ninth grade. In 2013 Taylor changed her business model and added architectural services to her business, exploding her staffing needs from two people to a bustling firm of sixteen with multiple divisions. Now she has partnered with local architect, Erin Hoffman, and formed a second company, Hoffman Taylor Inc., which operates as an independent architecture firm out of the Madison Taylor Studio in Midland. Hoffman 42
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Taylor provides full architecture services for residential and commercial buildings using the formula of integrated design, a concept which incorporates architecture and interior design into one seamless package. Taylor also recently brought on the project manager she worked under at Mackay Wong, Melvin Constantino, to be her Operations Manager. “I needed a Melvin in my life,” says Taylor. “I begged him, ‘come work with me’ and he did. I’m so happy to be working with him.” Madison Taylor Design is now delegating the construction end of the equation to contractors so that timelines don’t suffer. It frees staff up to focus more on high end residential architecture, exterior design and construction drawing, full home interior design, offices, and hospitality environments within her commercial division. But there are also some other big ventures on the horizon. GL/ Where do you see your firm going in the future? Expanding. It’s really going well. We’ve already started working in the U.S. market and started doing some custom homes in P.E.I. and working with clients out in Kelowna. We’re doing moun-
tain properties in British Columbia and high end residential homes all across Canada. Our fully integrated design business model has us expanding, especially in hospitality. Our offices on 14 Finlay Mill Road in Midland are currently under construction, and we’re scaling up from 2000 square feet to 8000 square feet within the next two months. We are inundated. Managing the growth is the biggest challenge. I can’t hire staff fast enough. But I really focussed hard on having a strong infrastructure with standard operating procedures to make it easy, so we can grow. GL/ What is your favourite project to date? One in our hospitality division that is to be built this year. It’s a Nordic spa that will be located in Horseshoe Valley. We did the interior package with a Scandinavian design. It should open Christmas 2019. It’s a unique project and it was wonderful that the client was so receptive to our vision and trusting in our capabilities. There are two restaurants with full massage therapy, all the pools, saunas and spas. You can wear your robes right into the bistro. It’s huge. I can’t say anything more about it right now. But it is very exciting. GL/ You just had a second child. How do you balance your busy home life with your demanding career? I have been very good at creating a work/life balance at work with myself and with staff. We
work hard Monday to Friday during work hours. Then we’re off for evenings and weekends. There is more longevity in doing that instead of running everyone into the ground nights and weekends. I can also work from home, be on the phone and email. When my son goes back to school things will be easier. But being with family nights and weekends makes me more productive. My family is part of the journey instead of the end of the journey. GL/ What is your favourite room in your own home? Our dining room and our great room. It’s completely glass. The dining room has three walls of glass with an all timber frame structure wrapping around the room. It has warmth but clean lines. We’re on fifty acres so all we see is nature and a magnificent view. GL/How do you attack storage solutions? Our biggest thing is eliminating unnecessary furniture. We have walk-in pantries. Support areas are huge parts of our planning. A house should function without buying extra furniture pieces. It’s the same for our clients. We always do walkin closets so they don’t need dressers. We don’t want our clients to have to buy furniture to make their homes function. GL/When advising a client before building a new home, what are the top tips you suggest they think about? Understanding what they need and use on a day to day basis to make the home successful for them. More so, than the size of home they need, the function. And not rushing the process either. Making sure they have enough time for the planning process. The more you do up front, the better the project will go. We developed an orientation booklet, frequently asked questions, that helps clients understand the process, with an architectural and interior design questionnaire that will draw information out of them. Eisenhower said, “Nothing ever goes to plan but the planning process is invaluable.” GL/ What trends do you foresee, if any, for 2019? What I’m seeing quite a bit of is the mix of genres and design styles. Modern Parisian, but old and new styles together. Taking an old farm house and modernizing it in a clean warm way. It’s all about balance. People are appreciating a clean, functional home that is classic.
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Sigrid’s Cafe and Fine Bakery turned 35 years in business! “It’s a pretty big deal, so we had a party,” says master baker Andrea Higgins, age 52, whose family has owned and operated the downtown Barrie sweet shop for decades. Founded in 1983 by her parents, Josef and Sigrid Krautgartner, Hiwggins took over the European style bakery and tearoom in 2004. Today, she runs Sigrid’s with her husband, Brian, their three children, and additional staff. To commemorate 35 successful years, Sigrid’s hosted a birthday celebration on November 14, 2018. Sigrid’s is located at 10 Ross St, Barrie. (705)726-0121, sigridsbakery.com.
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Holiday High Tea at Holly’s
The high tea serves up fancy sandwiches, canapés, scones with clotted cream and homemade strawberry preserves, traditional petit fours and other tempting desserts. Everything is made in-house and from scratch. Holly’s own special blend of tea is also on offer. High tea runs from Monday, November 19 to Friday November 23, 2018, with seatings at 1 pm and 3 pm. Cost is $37.50 per person. Holly’s is located at 12 Commerce Park Drive, Unit 1, Barrie. Reservations, call (705)735-336 hollyssweetsandeats.com.
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Turn ordinary cocktails, beers and wine into sparkly, colourful beverages! Introducing Spirdust -- a glitter powder that can be added to adult drinks to make them swirl with vibrant, iridescent colors. Simply add a pinch or two of Spirdust directly into the glass, stir well and sip! It won’t change the flavour or stain your teeth. Perfect for holiday entertaining, Spirdust comes in 17 fabulous colors! Spirdust is owned by Roxy & Rich, a Quebec-based company, and meets the food standards of Health Canada. Available in stores and at spirdust.com. GoodLife | Barrie November - December 2018
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You probably know of Port wine, but do you really know Port wine? One of Europe’s traditional treasures, its history is a long and fascinating one. I had the pleasure of visiting Portugal this past summer and both Porto and wine country were obvious must stops on my to-do list. The Douro Valley — one of the world’s oldest and most beautiful vineyard areas has been producing grapes for winemakers for at least 2,000 years. The stunning landscape of undulating hills, vine-covered slopes and meandering waterways were reason enough to want to visit. However, it’s more than just a pretty face; it’s the epicentre of Port wine production and regardless of whether you’re a keen connoisseur or an enthusiastic novice, one can’t help but want to know more about this historic land and the drink that’s been made famous by it. The Douro Valley is thought to be the oldest demarcated winemaking region in the world (1756). A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is a DOC region, meaning that Port wine can only be produced here according to strict standards and guidelines. Like other great classic wines, Port owes its distinctive character to a unique association of climate, soil, grape variety and winemaking tradition. Simply put, the unique terroir of the Douro Valley and its remarkable wines cannot be replicated elsewhere. 46
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One of the fascinating aspects of Port wine is its variety of different styles, each with its own characteristic flavours, from the intense berry fruit flavours of a Reserve or a Late Bottled Vintage to the rich mellowness of an Aged Tawny or the sublime complexity of a Vintage Port. More than any other wine, Port offers endless opportunities for pairing with food — but is also perfect for drinking on its own, traditionally towards the end of a meal. In fact, Port is regarded as one of the most civilized and sociable of wines, which will help to make any occasion special, whether a quiet evening by the fireside, an informal gathering of friends or a sophisticated formal meal. But what really is Port wine? Port is a fortified wine made by adding a proportion of grape spirit, or brandy, to the wine at some point during the production process. Because wine was often taken on long sea voyages, winemakers sought a way to preserve the wine in order for it to hold up aboard ships. They found that fortifying the wines with brandy did the trick, helping the wines bear up under the ship’s vibration and high temperatures. What resulted was a sweeter, denser wine that the British, in particular, found irresistible. The rest is history. Once thought of as an old man’s wine, this is hardly the case now. The fact that its reputation precedes it is a testament not just to its world-class quality, but also its centuries of tradition.
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Graham’s 20-Year-Old Tawny Port
Taylor Fladgate Historic Limited Edition Reserve Tawny Port
A beautiful amber, golden tawny colour, this is a blend of wine from each of the Graham’s five estate farms at an average age of 20 years. Take a whiff and you’ll get an almond-like nutty character and delicious mature fruit with hints of orange peel. The taste is rich, sweet and smooth, perfectly balanced, with a long and lingering finish. Serve slightly chilled to appreciate the full complexity and pleasure of this wine. ($38.45)
Taylor Fladgate is one of the oldest of the founding Port houses. It is dedicated entirely to the production of Port wine and in particular to its finest styles. This bottle was inspired by the ‘bladder’ shaped wine bottles manufactured in England between about 1715 and 1740. This blend was carefully put together for this limited edition from specially selected and extensive aged Tawny stocks, aged in seasoned oak Port pipes. It is unique for this bottling with the characteristic Taylor Fladgate richness and distinctive grip on the finish. ($69.95)
Graham’s 2016 Vintage Port
According to critics and industry insiders, the 2016 vintage may prove to be a modern legend for vintage Port — perhaps even the best of the last century. This one from Graham’s exhibits fantastic depth and concentration and will continue to age beautifully for decades ahead (what are you up to in, say, 20 to 30 years from now?). This is a true collector’s keepsake that one may want to include in his or her will. ($149.40)
Graham’s 2012 Late Bottled Vintage Port
Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Ports are left in barrels for four to six years, with only the best of the lot selected to be bottled as LBV. Produced in the style of Graham’s great Vintage Ports — except that you can drink this now as opposed to much later — the 2012 LBV has a near opaque purple colour with vibrant aromas of blackberry and dark cherry as well as hints of freshly picked mint. Full-bodied with brambly fruit flavours, this wine shows complexity and elegance in perfect balance. ($17.80)
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14kT. WHITE GOLD EyE GLASSES 11.5GR. (WIthout lenSeS) $495.00 CAD. e11702 It’s been 60 years (Nov 1st 2018) since my father purchased this business from the original jeweller who occupied the space at 52 Dunlop Street West from 1940 to 1958. Herbert A. Sparham left behind some optical inventory and tools in addition to jewellery plus watchmaking equipment.
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It was common practice in the early part of the 20th century for jewellers to also supply basic optician services too. While Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers never did any work in the optical field I bet I could still find some old glasses and parts in our basement if I looked. These solid 14 karat white gold frames with non prescription lenses are a fitting tribute to this stores history before it became Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers November 1st 1958. They are solid 14 karat white gold and weigh 11.5 grams not including the currently fitted none prescription lenses. While we don’t know much about luxury eye ware, the construction technique of these are very similar to a fine piece of jewellery. A jewellery item made to the high standard of the frames with a similar weight could easily cost $1500.00, especially if it came from a high end designer. From the design and beautifully hand engraved details we’d estimate the pair was made sometime in the 1930s. The exact history of the pair is unknown as they came in on trade a few months ago. Their condition is basically perfect. They’ve likely been sitting undisturbed in what looks like the original velvet lined hinged case for more than half a century. The none prescription glass lenses are also in perfect scratch free condition. Whether these were a salesman’s sample or they were only occasionally used by someone as a fashion statement, we’ll never know. They’re really cool and deserve to be used by someone who appreciates luxury eye ware and high quality construction. Unlike modern glasses if something breaks on these, a skilled jeweller can always repair them. Obviously these are a one of a kind item for us and come along only every 60 years. Get them while you can because priced at $495.00 CAD they offer amazing estate value. Stock #e11702.
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local flavours
In the kitchen with Cait Patrick and Lise Garden
HOMESTEAD ARTISAN BAKERY By Katherine Elphick Photos by Ellie Kistemaker
Back in 2014, long-time friends Cait Patrick and Lise Garden rented a table at the Barrie Farmers’ Market to sell homemade sour dough bread. They called their new business — Homestead Artisan Bakery. “In the early days, we’d move a few dozen loaves a week,” recalls 32-year-old Patrick with a smile. Let’s just say, a lot has transpired in the past four years for the bakery that specializes in artisan breads and baked goods, crafted by hand in small batches. Along with the farmers’ market stall, the pair soon opened a small downtown Barrie retail location with an offsite production facility. “But our dream was always to have a larger space with our baking kitchen onsite,” explains Patrick. This past July, that dream became a reality when Artisan Homestead Bakery moved into a new 3300 square foot location on Dunlop Street. Goodlife recently caught up with the two bakers to get filled in on the move. GoodLife | Barrie November - December 2018
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We absolutely love this place! a large beautiful space on dunlop street is What We’ve alWays Wanted.
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FROM CENTUM DUNLOP MORTgAgES How do you like your new digs? Cait Patrick: We absolutely love this place! A large beautiful space on Dunlop Street is what we’ve always wanted. Lise Garden: It’s so great that we can now do all of our baking onsite. Giving customers a warm loaf of bread from the oven is so fantastic. The new space really has a great vibe. I love how you’ve taken advantage of the building’s historic attributes. Originally built in the 1880s, the property showcases exposed brick walls, a large original floor mosaic, white counters, high ceilings and large front windows. CP: We wanted it to have a warm and cozy feeling, while showcasing the building’s historic elements. We had to do a massive renovation before we opened, as this place was in a disaster before we started. Both of our husbands are super handy, so they really helped out with everything. We couldn’t have done it without them. I understand moving your artisanal oven was a little nerve wracking. LG: It was because that oven literally weighs a ton! And when they were moving it through the front window with a fork lift — it almost dropped! We were so stressed out! We even have a video of us watching the move and we look terrified. [laughs]. In terms of local history, the Homestead building was originally used as the city well. Can you expand? LG: From what we understand, the basement had cisterns in it and people would come and get their water here. We even found a brick well when we were doing our renovations. Along with delicious breads, bakery items and a tempting line up of sandwiches, soups and salads, what’s new on the menu? LG: More pastry items, custom cakes, to-go salads, an expanded retail space, a liquor license, a weekday breakfast and a light brunch on Fridays and Saturdays. We plan on slowly adding to the menu, when we see what people want. Despite the expansion, your culinary philosophy remains the same? LG: Absolutely! We use local and organic ingredients because we care about the products we put on your table. We make everything from scratch with no preservatives or additives. Our products are the real deal. I think your customers also like your new location. Every time I’m here, the 30-seat cafe is always full. CP: It’s been crazy busy since we opened.
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Apple Cardamom Caramel Sauce (recipe by Homestead Artisan Bakery) “This delicious and versatile sauce is super easy to make,” explains Cait Patrick of Homestead Artisan Bakery. “Serve with fruit, bread or as a topping on desserts.” Ingredients: 6-8 medium apples 1/4 tsp cardamon 2-1/4 cups brown sugar 1 tsp salt 3/4 cup 35 per cent cream 1 tsp vanilla Preparation: 1. Peel, slice and core apples. 2. On low-medium heat in a saucepan, cook apples, cardamon, brown sugar, and salt, until apples are very soft (sauce like). 3. Place apple mixture, cream, and vanilla into a blender and blend on blend on high until smooth and creamy. Makes about 3 cups.
We’re actually getting a second cash register to help serve our growing customer base. What are your top sellers? LG: Top sellers for bread include country blond (organic sour dough), aged cheddar and cranberry walnut. We’re always trying new breads and currently make about 20 different flavours a week. For bakery items, customers go crazy for our brownies and morning buns. Why specialize in sourdough? LG: The science of sourdough or naturally leavened bread is alchemy in action. The starter is where the magic begins, it is truly digestive greatness; believe us your gut will thank you! Sourdough or naturally leavened bread is more easily digested than regular bread, both white and whole grain; it’s also far more nutritious. Sourdough bread with all its goodness also renders gluten in flour more easily digested, which means it is less likely to cause food intolerance. It tastes good, toasts well, and it’s better bread. The only ingredients are flour, water and salt. How did you learn how to bake such amazing breads? LG: We both studied under world renowned 52
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Certified Master Baker Jeffrey Hamelman. But despite our training, there was lots of trial and error in the beginning before we perfected our recipes. [smiles]. On the java front, you’ve partnered with Epic North Coffee who run the coffee counter, and even have a roaster onsite. LG: We’re so excited to have Angie and Chris Martin of Epic North Coffee on board. Along with a full expresso bar, they serve fresh roasted top-line single origin coffees. With the roaster onsite, it’s amazing for our customers to come in and smell freshly roasted coffee and freshly made bread. What about evening events? CP: Once we get through the madness of the holidays, we’re going to be open on select nights for special events. They will be intimate evenings showcasing local musical talent, sharing plates, charcuterie boards and cool beverages. Along with local craft beers, ciders and wines, we're also going to serve creative craft cocktails, made with locally made spirits. We can’t wait because it will be so much fun! Along with evenings, we also plan to open up on Sundays for private parties, such as birthday’s, anniversaries, corporate events and more.
What about options for diners with special dietary needs? CP: There are definitely vegan or vegetarian options, especially with our sandwich and salad menu. Many of our soups are also vegan. While we do have a delicious vegan granola bar, we definitely plan on increasing our vegan dessert options. We also have a gluten-friendly meringues. What holiday items can people look forward to biting into? CP: We’ve got a delicious pre-order holiday menu. Festive treats include: gingerbread cabin kits, cookie platters, tarts, Collingwood Whiskey fruit cakes, holiday shortbread, sweet and savoury pies, sage and parmesan dinner rolls, cranberry and rosemary bread, chocolate brioche loaf, sour dough stuffing, salted caramel sour dough cinnamon buns and more. We also have an amazing line up of spreads, preserves and dips for breads. Let’s hear about your holiday appetizers. CP: We’re super excited to offer ready to bake frozen hors d’oeuvres. Using our own house made phyllo pastry, these appetizers will be filled with a variety of made from scratch sweet and savoury fillings. It’s a great grab and serve entertaining option with a homemade taste.
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Where else is your bread sold? CP: Select items are sold at the Barrie Farmers’ Market, Goodness Me!, Cravings, Creemore 100, Midland’s Ciboulette et Cie and more. We also supply to restaurants like Flying Monkeys and Urban Dish. Any additional future plans you want to share? CP: Cooking courses! In the New year, we’re going to host an introduction to making sour dough bread for the home cook, along with baking classes for kids. Epic North Coffee will also offer coffee courses ranging from how to make perfect espresso at home to simple latte art. How fun is that? Bakery aside, you also both have personal news to celebrate. CP: We do! Lise has an 8 month-old daughter, and I’m pregnant with twins (due November 2018). And I also have a four-year-old. Can life be anymore crazy!? [laughs]. Homestead Artisan Bakery & Cafe 80 Dunlop St. E., Barrie (705) 252-3680 Homesteadartisanbakery.com Open: Monday to Saturday 8 am to 4:30 pm, Closed Sunday GoodLife | Barrie November - December 2018
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Holiday BAKING There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh-baked goodies at the holidays, their delicious aroma filling your home with an undeniable warmth. In honour of this special season, we’ve put together a recipe collection of Christmas classics and delicious treat with a twist that are sure to delight your family and friends as you gather to celebrate.
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Gingerbread Cookie Photography by Graham Paine Ingredients: 2 cups gluten-free flour 1 tsp xanthan gum (unless already contained in flour blend) ¾ tsp baking soda 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp ginger ¼ teaspoon cloves Pinch of salt ½ cup dark brown sugar ½ cup butter (room temperature) ¼ cup molasses 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (or extract) Royal Icing: 1 tbsp meringue powder 1 1/3 cups icing sugar 2 tbsp warm water Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 F. Beat together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix together the flour, xanthan gum, baking soda, salt and spices. Mix together the molasses, egg and vanilla. Alternate adding the wet and dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Begin and end this process with the dry ingredients. Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes. Roll out the dough using lots of flour and cut into desired shapes. Place 1 to 2 inches apart on a baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes, then bake for about 8 minutes. Icing: Mix together the meringue powder and icing sugar. Slowly add water and mix on low for 5 minutes. Add more water or icing sugar to create desired consistency.
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Cranberry Clafouti
Recipe and photo courtesy of Foodland Ontario 2 tsp melted butter 1 cup fresh or frozen Ontario cranberries, coarsely chopped 3 Ontario eggs 1/3 cup each all-purpose flour and granulated sugar 1/8 tsp salt 1 cup 2% Ontario milk 1/4 cup Ontario maple syrup 2 tsp vanilla Icing sugar
Brush six 3/4-cup ramekins with butter. Equally divide cranberries among ramekins. Place ramekins on rimmed baking sheet. In large bowl or 4-cup glass measure, whisk together eggs, flour, sugar and salt until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk, maple syrup and vanilla until blended. Pour over cranberries. Bake in 375°F oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until puffed, set and lightly browned around edges. Let cool on wire rack for 15 minutes (they will sink). Dust with icing sugar.
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Winter Snowman Carrot Cake
Recipe and photo courtesy of Foodland Ontario Cake: 1-1/2 cups chopped Ontario carrots 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp each baking soda and ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp salt 3/4 cup butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 4 Ontario eggs 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional) Icing: 1/2 cup cream cheese, at room temperature 3 tbsp butter, at room temperature 2 cups icing sugar 1/3 cup 35% Ontario whipping cream 1/2 tsp vanilla 1 cup shredded coconut Candies for decorating In small saucepan of boiling water, cook carrots for about 12 minutes or until very tender. Drain well; mash until smooth. Cool completely. Spray two 8-inch (2 L) round cake pans with nonstick vegetable spray and line bottoms with parchment paper; set aside. In medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; set aside. In large bowl, using electric mixer, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time until combined. With wooden spoon, stir in one third of flour mixture and half of mashed carrots. Repeat once, ending with flour mixture; until combined. Stir in pecans if using. Divide between prepared pans. Bake in 350°F oven for about 20 minutes or until tester inserted in centre comes out clean. Let cool on wire rack for 5 minutes. Turn out onto wire rack and remove paper; let cool completely. In large bowl, using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually beat in icing sugar until combined. Beat in cream and vanilla until fluffy and light. Set aside. Cut one cake into 6-inch circle, reserving edges. Trim reserved edges to create arms for snowman. Place cake rounds and arms on large serving plate to form snowman. Spread icing over snowman cake and decorate with coconut and candies.
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Along the Toronto waterfront, x now marks the spot for the latest in luxury accommodations. Hotel X opened its doors along Lakeshore Road earlier this year, offering a unique array of amenities ranging from a tri-level rooftop bar and pool to numerous indoor tennis and squash courts and a cinema. Part of the Library Hotel Collection, Toronto’s Hotel X joins the ranks of uniquely designed hotels in New York, Budapest and Prague, each featuring their own distinctive personality and charm. “It’s all about you. It’s all about the view,” boasts the hotel website, setting the stage for our recent stay there. With its prime location on the Exhibition Place grounds facing Lake Ontario, the vistas of the beautiful waterfront are undeniably awesome — something we were sure to savour upon arrival during our complimentary wine and cheese reception in the Library Club Lounge. As we settled into a comfy sofa on the deck, we took in the lovely views and soaked up the sun while enjoying an
assortment of cheeses, breads, grilled and pickled veggies, crackers, salads and dessert squares. Touring through the hotel you’ll find yourself stopping to take in the sights as well, such as in the lobby, with its impressive living garden wall that spans upwards almost to the top of the cathedral-like ceiling. The hotel offers 404 guest rooms and 39 suites, which are luxuriously appointed with unparalleled city or lake views. Upon entering our spacious one-bedroom suite, we were greeted by a plate of fresh fruit and dip, along with sparkling water and greetings from the hotel on the television screens in the sitting area and bedroom. Our corner unit also didn’t disappoint in the views department, with the city skyline, CN Tower and water front all clearly visible from our floor to ceiling windows. The room featured a comfortable sitting area outfitted with a sofa, chairs, desk, lovely nature photos, Nespresso coffee machine and powder room. A separate bedroom
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with a king size bed and adjacent bathroom with a shower and tub rounded out the suite’s amenities. After freshening up, we made our way to the ‘The Pond’ rooftop pool — a tranquil oasis that’s partially indoors and partially outdoors, and features plenty of comfortable lounge chairs to relax. With Lake Ontario spanning for as far as the eye can see, you’d almost forget that you’re in the heart of Toronto! Come dinnertime, we decided to try out Maxx’s Kitchen, one of the on-site restaurants that features a selection of healthy options, comfort foods and a twist on everyday classic favourites. The smoked goat cheese gnocchi, which included mixed wild mushrooms, asparagus tips and pesto Genovese, was full of flavour, as was the dark Belgian chocolate mousse for dessert. Other restaurants on the premises include Pétros 82, which is opening soon with offerings of Mediterranean cuisine, and the Nespresso Café with its healthy options on the go. The lobby bar and rooftop bar also have appetizer offerings. We finished our evening with specialty cocktails at the tri-level rooftop bar. We were lucky enough to secure a coveted patio seat to once again take in the sights and sounds of the city that never sleeps, which included an impromptu acoustic show by some musically inclined customers sitting nearby. The impressive living garden wall greets guests upon arrival. The rooftop pool offers a tranquil oasis with stunning views.
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There’s no shortage of things to do nearby, from shopping to theatre, sports to concerts, not to mention the CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada.
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After a great night’s sleep in our comfortable suite, we were ready to take in more sights the next day. But first, we stopped for complimentary breakfast in the Library Club Lounge — an amenity offered to guests staying in rooms on the 24th, 25th and 26th floors, along with all hotel suites. The continental spread included hard-boiled eggs, oatmeal, fresh fruit, cereal, yogurt, bagels, pastries and more. There’s no shortage of things to do nearby, from shopping to theatre, sports to concerts, not to mention the CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada. But with the wide variety of services and amenities offered inside Hotel X, one doesn’t even have to leave the urban resort complex to stay entertained. You can take in a show on the big screen in Hotel X’s two-storey cinema with 250 stadiumstyle seats or have a more intimate gathering in the 60-seat screening room. The work of Canadian photographer Neil Dankoff is showcased in the new on-site Kandy Gallery. Admire a display that represents nearly three years of photography trips to destinations such as Italy, Israel, Namibia, South Africa, Bora Bora, China, Japan, Iceland, Bolivia, and France. If Pilates and hot yoga are more your speed, head on over to the on-site Ten X Toronto luxury sports club that offers 90,000 square feet of unbelievable fitness facilities. The massive space features nine glass back squash courts, four indoor tennis courts, over 50 Technogym machines, studio space for Pilates, group cycle, hot yoga and other group fitness classes. A spa will be added to the line up of features next year with 10 treatment rooms, including a spacious couple’s suite and lounges overlooking Lake Ontario. Our weekend away in the city drew to a close all too soon, leaving us wanting more of Toronto’s newest luxury getaway on the lake. Those looking for a unique experience close to home will not be disappointed.
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With just one pair of shoes, I would do ďŹ ne cruising the British Virgin Islands. Just one pair, as long as it’s the right pair: casual, practical (leave the Jimmy Choos at home) and sturdy enough for a short hike.
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Taking off footwear and tossing it into a large wicker basket is the first instruction from Martin Street, captain of luxury catamaran Prodigious. At 58 feet, it’s the largest in the fleet of The Moorings, a sailing charter company with boats across the Caribbean, Mediterranean Sea and the South Pacific. Bare feet on board are the rule. Captain Street – who lives on the boat full time with his partner, onboard chef Katie Garrison, chats with his group of new passengers, teasing out their secret wishes, their likes and dislikes, in order to shape an itinerary tailored to fit any bundle of interests. “There are two sides to the Caribbean,” explains Street. “There’s the beach bar side and then there are the golden beaches, palm trees, snorkelling and the more remote side. What people choose to do varies quite a bit.”
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When Street first sailed into the British Virgin Islands seven years ago, he knew he’d be staying a while. “I was for years sailing around the world and I sailed into Jost Van Dyke and thought, this is pretty nice.” It turns out the unspoiled allure of this group of islands draws scores of visitors who charter crewed catamarans of The Moorings fleet to do a little easygoing, low-stress island hopping. In the azure and turquoise waters of the BVI, charters are the backbone of the tourism industry and yachts like the six-cabin Prodigious come crewed with an experienced captain, gourmet chef and steward. “There are 60 islands in the BVI. Here, we can jump between islands so easily,” says Street, who has sailed from Asia to Australia to the Pacific Islands and through the Caribbean. “Even the
USVI next door doesn’t have line-of-sight sailing like we do. In the British Virgin Islands, moving from one to the next can be a matter of less than an hour’s sailing time.” From the fly bridge — home to the wheelhouse and decked out with softly padded lounge seating open to the tropical breezes, but shaded from the intense sunshine — it seems there’s always a spot of land in sight. According to Street, the BVI sits on a massive shelf at the confluence of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, dropping off to about 3,000 feet on the Caribbean side. “It’s a volcanic area and the islands we see are the tops of mountains and volcanoes.” A sailor’s nirvana, the BVI is renowned for steady northeast trade winds and numerous
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and leeward sides. Locals often call Norman 'Treasure Island' because it was believed to be the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic by the same name. Our final mooring in Trellis Bay back at Tortola comes as a shock. There’s no easy way to manage the re-entry to life on terra firma. With a smile, Captain Street hands me my one pair of shoes buried in the basket. He and his crew are pros at this; they see it every time.
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Punta Mita, Mexico The chef scoops up a handful of large pink shrimp, caught recently in nearby Mazatlan, and dumps them into a sizzling hot molcajete. I had no idea that this stone mortar used in every Mexican household to grind spices, and make salsas and guacamole, could also be used as a cooking vessel. She squeezes fresh lime juice over the shrimp and the smell of citrus and seafood, garlic and cilantro rises in an aromatic cloud. It’s irresistible. But then so is the view from the outdoor kitchen where the cooking class is happening. In front of me is the Bay of Banderas and a white sand beach featuring private cabanas with white curtains and cushions — on my list for the afternoon. There’s a thatched roof beach shack where guests can order hamburgers and shakes to be delivered to their beach chairs. This is the Four Seasons Punta Mita, one of the most highly rated hotels in the luxury chain, and the bolt hole of choice for celebrities and highly placed politicians. Charlie Sheen, Lady Gaga, Gwyneth Paltrow and Mexican presidents have all vacationed on the Gold Coast of Riviera Nayarit. Set in a secure private reserve at the tip of the Bay, and about 45 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta airport, the resort sits along 9.5 miles of pristine coastline. At one of the four pools, I am coddled with drinks, snacks, mist sprays and cold facecloths as the temps reach 30 degrees. The resort sprawls over acres of jungle and beach so it never feels crowded.
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Later in the dining room, the guests have exchanged beachwear for casually elegant attire. The food is remarkable, as you would expect at a Four Seasons, partly Mexican in style, locally sourced, with lobster, tuna, those Mazatlan shrimp, as well as European dishes. There’s an excellent wine cellar. The resort has two Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses. Its most famous hole is the Tail of the Whale, 194 yards across water to a black lava island. The world’s only natural island green, you reach it by using an amphibious cart. There are whale watching expeditions out to the Marieta Islands to see blue-footed boobies and visit Hidden Beach, only accessible by swimming through a cavern, but well worth it. Some of the best birding in North America is found just up the coast in San Blas. Scuba diving, paddle boarding, deep sea fishing and a chance to witness a turtle release all help pass the time. Of course there is also a spa, fitness centre, an art gallery and some exceptional shopping. Puerto Vallarta is an easy destination to get to for those of us fleeing the oncoming winter, with multiple daily flights from Toronto during the season. The hotel arranges airport pickup, and the careful security of this private reserve ensures that safety is not a concern. Picking up a few extra pounds might be though — those shrimp! www.fourseasons.com/puntamita/
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Preparing Body and Soul for a Seasonal Shift: Ste. Anne’s Spa in Grafton
I have never left Ste. Anne’s without feeling restored and somehow stronger. It’s a healing place, and also a pampering one. Set in the hills about an hour and a half drive east of Toronto, this destination spa is a careful marriage of casual and luxury. The vibe is definitely laid back and restful, with no stuffiness or pretentiousness. Designed to de-stress, Ste Anne’s requires you to do little more than leave your worries on the doorstep. Eating dinner with spa hair and dressed in a bathrobe is something you get used to very quickly. I’ve done Ste. Anne’s as a day spa experience and as a sleepover. Both are wonderful, but if it’s possible to stay longer, do it. The extra time enforces the zen of the retreat. Stay in the Hudson’s Bay room — gorgeous and so Canadian — or share one of the cottages with friends. In addition to treatments, there are fitness classes and guided walks. Consider the three-day chakra journey yoga retreat for a total reset. As an alternative to driving, the resort can arrange a limousine pickup from your home, or guests can take a train with pickup at the station (Aldershot station is one of the train stops). Men are made welcome, the meals are superb and the fall colours will make hiking the surrounding paths spectacular. www.steannes.com
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Christmas cruises have become one of the most popular ways to see Europe at its very best — dressed for the season. Even if you’ve visited many European ports on other river cruises, you have never seen them like this: full of light, festive with music and bursting with Christmas fare. Each town has its own style of market, some centuries old, where guests can buy unique Christmas crafts and decorations and sample the local specialties — tasty sausages, warm and spicy mulled wine, cinnamon cakes and gingerbread. Durnstein, Bamburg, Rudesheim, and almost every small village along the river will have its own special Christmas market. It’s magical to walk through the main square of one of these ancient towns — there may be snow, though seldom in large amounts — and impossible not to feel the spirit of the holiday. Most of the major river cruise lines have a Christmas market cruise. I did the cruise with Avalon Waterways, which runs several Christmas market tours, including nine-day and 15day excursions that are all-inclusive and include stops at the most famous of the market towns. The panorama suites on Avalon, with their floor to ceiling windows, let you watch the sparkly villages drift past as you sail in the evenings. A Christmas Market Cruise is the perfect way to combine a holiday cruise with getting your Christmas shopping done too. It’s truly multitasking at its best. www.avalonwaterways.ca
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Stunning private, waterfront,’ unique oasis, perfect for the eccentric buyer. Soaring cathedral ceilings in the floorto-ceiling windowed master bedroom, his & hers closets plus a 3-sided gas fireplace and extensive built-ins. Cozy up in front of the wood fireplace in the living room with a massive window overlooking the crystal-clear waterfront. Complete with two docks and a boat house with ramp. There is also a bonus loft space, great for a yoga studio, reading nook or teenage getaway. Enjoy main floor laundry, an office or den and full basement with bright windows along with a 3-piece bathroom and plenty of storage. Enjoy the private sunroom facing the lake and lush extensive gardens, perennials, and herbs. The bright & modern stainless-steel kitchen with exposed beams also over-looks the lake and eat-in kitchen or dining room also was designed with full walls of windows and lake views. If you like cookie cutter houses, this is not for you. This is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that you will never regret buying.
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Calling All Yogis!
Located in the heart of Barrie, Namaste North (formerly Bikram Yoga) has created a space where people can learn about health, feel safe, connect with themselves and others and fulfil a positive (or “possibility”) mindset. Their team strives to provide people with the tools to live their best life. Choose from traditional Hot Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga (flow), Yin Yoga (deep stretching), Barre/Pilates, a “Mash Up” class and special programs for kids, teens, and mothers to be. Continuously researching and exploring the best mind and body practices, this studio values community, connection, goal setting, and being real.
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Effortless Cooking for the Holidays
Marilyn Haugen’s new cookbook, 5 Ingredient Instant Pot Cookbook is being released this month by Canada’s own publishing company, Robert Rose Inc. Perfect for the holidays, this cookbook can help you cook mouthwatering meals in your Instant Pot® with five ingredients or less! The cookbook features 150 recipes that require little effort. There are recipes for every occasion and season, and for novices and well-seasoned home cooks alike. The recipes include tasty favorites like Chicken Caesar Pita Pockets, Braised Herb Salmon with Asparagus, Buttery Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Chocolate Peanut Clusters. www.robertrose.ca GoodLife | Barrie November - December 2018
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Holiday Mindful Eating Tips By Angela Wallace
I love the holiday season, it's a great time to unwind and spend time with family and friends. It is also a time filled with celebrating over food (and lots of it). I am a big believer in balance, which includes taking the time to enjoy the foods you love. The foods you love might be food that reminds you of loved ones, that represents family tradition, or for whatever reason holds a special place in your heart. However, whether you want to avoid weight gain, reduce overeating, avoid bloating, or watch your blood sugars over the holidays, practicing mindful eating can help. Being mindful in your food choices will help you enjoy your favourite holiday foods without leaving you feeling guilty (or bloated)! 80
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What is mindful eating?
Mindful eating involves paying attention to the experience of eating and drinking. This includes paying attention to the texture, flavour, smell, colour, and appearance of the food. It also involves paying attention to your hunger and fullness cues, so essentially you are being fully present and paying attention to what you are eating (this can get difficult when you are sitting around holiday appetizers or desserts). To help you navigate your next holiday party, I am sharing 5 holiday mindful eating tips with you. Give them a try and your next holiday meal.
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If there is the option to choose smaller plates, try that. We are visual eaters, meaning we will try to finish the food on our plates regardless of the size. Using a smaller plate is a great way to control portions but also help you listen to your hunger and fullness cues. After finishing your plate, you can check in to assess whether or not you are still hungry. Take a five minutes and reflect. Are you still hungry? Are you bored? Are you enjoying the meal? Before grabbing seconds, spend some time reflecting.
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Holiday parties typically have big spread of foods (appetizers, desserts, entrees, salads etc.), which often makes overeating REALLY easy. At your next holiday party try scanning before selecting. This involves scanning the food available and making a mental note of what you really want to eat and what you will pass on. Thinking about this before filling your plate is a great way to practice mindful eating and avoid taking too much, as our eyes are often bigger than our stomachs. Remember you don’t have to try everything, focus on enjoying your favourites instead!
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When plating out your food take 80% of the amount you know you'd actually be able to finish. This means you are taking slightly less than the amount you want. Doing this is a great way to control your portions when you are having a big meal, but more importantly it helps you practice mindful eating. By thinking about taking only 80%, you are being aware of the foods you
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are selecting and how much. In addition, you likely won't miss the 20% of calories you didn't take. This works exceptionally well when there are large buffets or appetizer spreads. Taking a little less and plating out what you will be eating (instead of picking at different items) will promote mindful eating.
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Keeping hydrated is a good way to regulate hunger (you will likely feel less hungry) and it can help reduce bloating. You can make your water fun by choosing sparkling water and adding some festive ingredients like pomegranate seeds and cranberries. Focus on keeping hydrated before and during your next holiday party.
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Getting to a big meal when you are super hungry can be dangerous. When we are really hungry we tend to 1) overeat, 2) make less healthy food choices. I think we all know how dangerous grocery shopping can be when hungry. It works the same for holiday parties or big meals. TIP: have a small snack 1-2 hours before heading out to your holiday party (e.g., nuts and a fruit, yogurt, smoothie etc.). This will ensure you are not super hungry when you arrive, therefore allowing you to practice your mindful eating tips. BONUS TIP: take the time to really enjoy some of your favourites. Enjoy each bite, think about the flavour, texture, smell as you take each bite. Cheers to happy and healthy eating over the holidays. :)
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The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year! And yet, for many of us, they can also be a stressful time, with presents to buy, meals to make, company to entertain...the list goes on. Holidays should be about relaxing and enjoying special family moments. That’s why we have sourced some holiday meal and entertaining ideas that are so easy to make that you will have plenty of time to enjoy the great outdoors, or stay cosy indoors by the fire as you binge watch your favourite holiday movies!
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Dreaming of a white christmas Serves 8 An oaky, buttery Chardonnay is a nice alternative to the traditional reds of the season and will bring out the nuttiness of the creamy Bries. Ingredients Green grapes, 3 cups Green apple, 1 Red apple, 1 Garlic, 3 bulbs Extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp Parmesan-rind salami, 24 slices Chorizo salami, 16 slices Double-crème Brie, 10 oz Pecans, 12 Cranberries, 12 Blackberries, 8 Fresh thyme, 2 sprigs Bloomy-rind Brie, 7 oz Pistachios, shelled, ½ cup Pomegranate arils, ¼ cup Fresh rosemary, chopped, 2 tbsp Baguette, 1
Method 1. Prepare the fruit: Snip the grapes into clusters of 4 to 6. Last minute: Core the apples and use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice them. 2. Prepare the roast garlic: Preheat the oven to 375 F. Slice the top off each garlic bulb so the tips of the cloves are visible. Drizzle the tops of the cloves with the olive oil, wrap each bulb tightly in aluminum foil and roast for about 40 mins. Bulbs can be served warm or cold. 3. Prepare the two different Bries. Top each Brie with its respective flavours and place each in an ovenproof serving dish (see tip). Just before serving, place in a 375 F oven and warm for about 15 mins. You could also add them to the oven when the garlic is baking for the final 15 mins. If you like, reserve some of each of the nuts to serve on their own in a small bowl. 4. Slice the baguette into ¼-inch slices and toast it.
Excerpted from On Boards: Simple & Inspiring Recipe Ideas to Share at Every Gathering by Lisa Dawn Bolton. Copyright © 2018 Lisa Dawn Bolton. Photography by Lisa Dawn Bolton. Published by Appetite by Random House®, a division of Penguin Random House Canada Limited. Reproduced by arrangement with the Publisher. All rights reserved. 84
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CHANGE THINGS UP! • Sprinkle finely diced pepperoni or cooked, crumbled Italian sausage over the string cheese before sealing the crust. • Add finely diced black olives, green peppers, or any other pizza topping you like. • Of course you may use your favourite homemade pizza dough recipe instead of the frozen bread dough if you prefer! • For a beautiful serving idea, fill the centre hole with a big green salad or sliced tomatoes!
Stuffed Pizza Crust (Without the Pizza!) Kid-friendly • Makes 6 to 8 servings
The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Come and Get It! Simple, Scrumptious Recipes for Crazy Busy Lives By Ree Drummond
Ree Drummond, best-selling cookbook author and TV host of The Pioneer Woman cooking show on Food Network isn’t kidding when she says Come and Get It! has “Simple, scrumptious Recipes for Crazy Busy Lives.” This book can help relieve the stress of figuring out what to serve when company comes for the holidays. First, we likely need a yummy appetizer to serve with pre-dinner drinks. Enter Drummond’s Stuffed Pizza Crust (it even looks like a holiday wreath due to its round shape with a bowl of Marinara Sauce in the middle); while the Tortilla Pinwheels are filled with festive red and green bell peppers and cream cheese and you can even serve them on a platter in the shape of a Christmas tree!
This is one of the best things I’ve ever seen. It’s a cross between stromboli and calzone, but really, it’s cheese baked inside of bread. And the fact that it’s thrown together with frozen bread dough and string cheese makes it even more delightful. This is a super-fun thing to serve at parties. Impress your friends! (Or, better yet, impress yourself.) Ingredients One 1-lb loaf frozen bread dough 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for greasing the pan Kosher salt and black pepper ⁄ cup marinara sauce, plus more
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for serving 10 pieces string cheese 1 egg Fresh basil leaves, for serving Method 1. Set the loaf of frozen dough on the counter and cover it with a dish towel. Let it thaw according to package directions, usually around 3 to 4 hours. (You can also set the loaf in a plastic bag in the fridge and thaw it over a 24-hour period!) 2. When it’s totally soft and just starting to rise, ’tis ready! Preheat the oven to 475 F. 3. On the countertop or large board, roll out the dough to about 30 inches long, keeping it as narrow as possible. (Go long, not wide, in other words!)
4. Drizzle the dough with the olive oil and sprinkle it with salt and pepper. Spread on the marinara sauce, leaving a clear ¼-inch rim around the edge. 5. Lay the string cheese, 2 pieces at a time, all the way down the dough, leaving a small edge at either end. 6. Gather the two sides together pinching the seam to seal it well. Grabbing the center of the rope with two hands, carefully transfer it to a baking sheet, placing the seam side down. Bring both ends around to connect, pinching the ends together. Make sure the seam stays underneath. 7. Make an egg wash by lightly whisking the egg and a couple of tablespoons of water. Brush the egg wash generously over the crust, making sure to get the seal holding the two ends together. 8. Bake for 13 mins, or until it’s dark golden brown. 9. Transfer to a serving platter ... or just serve it right on the baking sheet! Place a dish of marinara sauce garnished with basil in the center of the crust. 10. Use a small serrated knife to cut slices then dig right in. This won’t last long at all!
Excerpted from The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Come and Get It! Copyright 2017 by Ree Drummond, published by William Morrow, an imprint of Harper Collins Publishers. Food photography by Matt Ball and Ree Drummond. GoodLife | Barrie November - December 2018
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Mini Tourtières Makes 4 dozen mini tarts Tourtière at Christmas is a Canadian tradition of French-Canadian origin. In Quebec this meat pie is often served at réveillon, a big, lively party among friends and family to welcome in Christmas or the New Year. However, tourtière is now a winter staple beyond the holidays. This recipe makes mini tarts ideal for a cocktail party, but I have also included instructions for a whole tourtière baked in a pie pan.
Set for the Holidays with Anna Olson: Recipes to Bring Comfort and Joy Anna Olson is a professionally trained chef and pastry chef who lives in the Niagara Region and is renowned as the host of the Food Network shows Bake with Anna Olson, Fresh with Anna Olson and Sugar, as well as Oh Yum with Anna Olson, seen on YouTube. She’s also the author of eight best-selling cookbooks, and her new cookbook is certain to fly off the shelves! Set for the Holidays with Anna Olson is coffee-table-worthy book, brimming with stunning photos and equally fantastic recipes. Chapters begin with Menus and Meals for the Holidays (and Almost Every Day) and take you through occasions like hosting a Festive Brunch to The Main Event (holiday dinner) including Dessert. 86
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Ingredients - filling 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil 1½ lb (675 g) mixed ground veal, pork, beef 1 medium onion, diced 1 medium carrot, peeled and coarsely grated 1 medium russet potato, peeled and coarsely grated 1 apple, peeled and coarsely grated 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 bay leaves 1 tsp celery salt ½ tsp ground allspice ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 ½ cups (375 ml) chicken stock Dash of Worcestershire sauce Coarse sea salt and black pepper 1 egg, whisked with 2 tbsp (30 ml) water, for egg wash Ingredients - pastry 1 recipe basic pie dough, shaped into 2 discs and chilled Method 1. For the filling, heat a large sauté pan over medium heat and add the oil. Add the ground meat and the onion and stir until the meat has almost cooked through, about 7 mins. 2. Stir in the carrot, potato, apple, garlic, bay leaves, celery salt, allspice and cloves. Add the stock and Worcestershire sauce and bring to a simmer, still on medium heat. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 30
minutes. 3. Season to taste, remove the pan from the heat and let cool to room temperature. 4. Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C) and grease your mini-muffin pans. 5. To assemble the pies, lightly dust a work surface with flour. Roll out the first disc of dough into a circle just under ¼ inch (0.5 cm) thick. 6. Using a round cookie cutter, typically 3 inches (7.5 cm), cut out pastry circles large enough to line the bottom and sides of the cups of the mini-muffin pan. Gently press the pastry into the cups. 7. Spoon the cool filling into the muffin pans, filling each cup right to the top of the pastry and pressing the meat mixture in firmly. 8. Roll out the second disc of dough to a circle just under ¼ inch (0.5 cm) thick. Use a smaller cookie cutter, typically 2 inches (5 cm), to cut pastry circles that cover the filling completely. 9. Dock each pastry circle once or twice with a fork or make a criss-cross mark with a paring knife, then set it on top of the filling. There is no need to crimp the edges or seal them – just press them gently into place. 10. Brush the tops of the tarts with the egg wash and put them in the oven. Immediately reduce the temperature to 375 F (190 C) and bake for about 30 minutes, until the pastry is a rich golden brown and a paring knife inserted in the centre of the tourtières feels warm to the touch. 11. Let the tarts cool in the pans for 10 minutes and then either serve warm or transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Excerpted from Set for the Holidays with Anna Olson by Anna Olson. Copyright © 2018 Olson Food Concepts Inc. Photography by Janis Nicolay. Published by Appetite by Random House®, a division of Penguin Random House Canada Limited. Reproduced by arrangement with the Publisher. All rights reserved.
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Barrie’s Downtown Countdown
For the 21st year, thousands of New Year’s revellers will gather in downtown Barrie on December 31 to ring in a fresh new year. Skate, ride horse-drawn wagons, see live performances and warm up around the bonfire. Fireworks happen after the early family count down and at midnight to welcome 2019. 6 p.m. at Barrie City Hall, 70 Collier St. Visit www.barrie.ca/DowntownCountdown.
Experience the Christmas Glow
Want a trip to fairyland? Visit Christmas Glow where a million twinkling lights illuminate Ontario’s largest indoor Christmas festival. Bradford Greenhouses Garden Galleries hosts Darvonda Nurseries’ Christmas Glow from November 22 to January 6, 2019. Tour illuminated sculpture, shop and visit Santa in climatecontrolled comfort. Kids love the magic castle playground and LED hopscotch. 4346 County Rd. 90 in Springwater. For tickets visit www.glowgardens. com/christmas-Barrie.
Lovin’ a Good Lovelies Christmas
The Good Lovelies bring their angelic folk harmonies to the Midland Cultural Centre on December 18. Caroline Brooks, Kerri Ough and Susan Passmore perform classic holiday and winter songs along with bass player Steve Zsirai, keyboard player Robbie Grunwald on keyboards and drummer Mark Mariash. Mirth is promised and humming along is encouraged. Doors open 7 p.m., show starts 7:30 p.m. Tickets $34 and $39 at www.midlandculturalcentre.com/Home.
Getting Festive with the HSO
The Huronia Symphony Orchestra is feeling festive and sharing seasonal joy in Celebrate!, a concert of Christmas and holiday music. Conductor Oliver Balaburski leads favourites like Silver Bells and The Christmas Song, and classics like RimskyKorsakov’s Christmas Eve Suite. Join the carol sing-along and watch for Santa’s arrival. December 16 at 3:30 p.m. Collier Street United Church, 112 Collier. Tickets $25, $10 and $5. Call 705-2795729.
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n each of our dishes, you will find that we have stayed close to our Italian heritage, traditions, culture and family recipes to enhance our unique style of cooking. At da Grazia ristorante you can enjoy your favorite Italian classics such as fresh pasta, veal, homemade meatballs, lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, steamed vegetables and sautéed rapini. Menu items are available for either take-out or eating in. All dishes are made fresh daily and we offer new menu items on a regular basis. If you do not see an item on the menu please ask your server and they will try and accommodate your request.
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The Coop Fodiary and Public house is a neighbourhood Alliston restaurant that serves up friendly service and delicious pub fare. The restaurant has plenty of heart and soul, it’s a true local pub.
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Our wings are Ontario fresh never frozen. We have over 110 sauces or combinations of. We also do hand pressed burgers and we top them with real cheese, bacon and onions that we carmelize ourselves.
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Our Philosophy is “Fresh and the best ingredients you can buy”. We also use local talent, such as Marshall Dane who sings once a month.
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6015 Highway 89, Alliston Tel: 705-435-5501 Toll Free: 800-669-5501 www.nottawasagaresort.com
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he spectacular view of the contemporary Riverview Room is the perfect setting for the holidays and features a cozy fireplace to set the mood. Sample the culinary talents of our chefs with diverse menus that highlight seasonal and locally sourced products. Treat your employees to a festive lunch buffet this holiday season. It’s fresh, hot and ready to go which is perfect for groups who need to fit their celebration into a lunch break. Available Tues-Thurs from Dec 4-20 at just $16.95/person. Reservations required. Not up for the stress of organizing the big family dinner? Treat yourselves to Christmas Dinner at the Resort. Plus you don’t have to lift a finger - we’ll take care of the clean up! Available on Dec 25 from 4-8pm in the Riverview and Crystal Ballroom. Reservations required. Menu available online. 90
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265 King St., North ( New Location Soon) Alliston, Ontario (705) 435-1700 www.thecoopfodiary.com
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Kenzington Burger Bar The KBB offers the finest fare for all burger lovers in Simcoe County! For the last 5 years we’ve been cranking out some of the most creative, mouthwatering burgers this side of Toronto. Whether you’re in for the live music, or just looking for the best burger you’ve ever eaten in your life, KBB has all our ducks in a row to satisfy your most intimate culinary desires!
Downtown Barrie, 40 Dunlop St. E. | South End Barrie, 511 Bryne Dr. Bradford, 4 Holland Dr. | Orillia, 85 Mississaga St. E. 705.725.1667 | www.kenzington.ca
Danny’s Fish and Chips We make the extra effort to hand-cut our chips and fillet our fish daily! Our Fresh Alaskan Halibut and chips is hand sliced fresh, just minutes before it reaches your plate. Our English style fish and chips are made from an old secret recipe (thinly battered) and passed down through generations and served alongside our famous home-cut fries. Just one bite and you’ll be hooked! We don‘t just claim to be the best, we prove it through honest workmanship and genuine caring. Voted “Your Favourite Fish & Chip Restaurant” in Barrie and celebrating 40 years of doing what we love!
411 Huronia Road, Barrie 705-721-8998
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J’adore Fine Cheese & Chocolate The Speakcheasy The Speakcheasy is Barrie’s new hot spot taking you back in time and into Prohibition era. Enjoy chocolate or cheese fondue, private tasting parties, oyster nights, fun murder mystery events while listening to classic tunes and sipping your favourite cocktail. J’adore Fine Cheese & Chocolate located up stairs and offers a Parisian-themed boutique filled with specialty items from around the world. Special order cheese platters & gift baskets.
123 Dunlop Street East, Barrie | 705.503.6633 speakcheasy.com jadorefinecheese.com
80 Dunlop St. E., Downtown Barrie | 705-252-3680 homesteadartisanbakery.com
Groovy Tuesday’s Bistro Comfortably Small • Locally Focussed • Open Kitchen •Casual Elegant Atmosphere
Melanie Barrett is where she wants to be. “People tell me that I should expand and make my restaurant bigger,” says the owner of downtown Barrie’s Groovy Tuesdays Bistro, “but I like it small, that way I can see and interact with all of my diners. Getting a bigger space would change that, and make it less personal.” Our menu is small, fresh and always changing. To put our best plate forward. From our breads and pastas to our desserts, we make absolutely everything from scratch. Being consistent with the quality of our food is really important to us.
73 Collier Street, Barrie 705.721.0302 www.GroovyTuesdaysBistro.com
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Homestead Artisan Bakery + Cafe Homestead Artisan Bakery and Cafe specializes in artisan sourdough breads and baked goods, crafted by hand in small batches. We source ingredients from local suppliers and base our menu on seasonal availability of local products. We are open bright and early every day for your morning coffee; our custom house blend was created for us by Creemore Coffee Company. Our lunch menu includes fresh deli-style sandwiches, seasonal soups, salads and fresh baguette with flavoured butters and seasonal preserves. A sweet selection of classics done right will be baked fresh daily; cookies, croissants, scones and squares. We’ve moved into our NEW LOCATION!
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Bacio Trattoria Authentic Italian Cuisine • Warm & Inviting Atmosphere Cooked From Scratch & Made To Order With Love! Downtown Barrie’s Cheff Willliam Ortiz, sister Elizabeth and mother Nancy invite you to join them at their new Italian Restaurant “Bacio Trattoria” where you are greeted with a smile and great food. “We want people to feel like they are eating at home with family,” And based on high scoring social media reviews, local diners appear to have a soft spot for this family run eatery that focusses on Italian cuisine made from scratch and served with warm hospitality.
62 Dunlop St. W, Barrie 705.728.0890 Follow on Facebook & Instagram
Sigrid’s Cafe & Fine Bakery At Sigrid’s, baking is a never-ending art form. For the past 35 years now,we have been a proud family-owned bakery in downtown Barrie. All our baked breads and pastries are made from scratch with all natural ingredients, the way it used to be done! “Savor every bite of your favorite pastry and do not feel guilty about it. Desserts are like all good things in life - they need to be enjoyed in moderation but everyone deserves to treat themselves”.
Cordino’s Fine Meats and Deli The holidays are coming and we are now taking orders for our fresh premium grade A turkeys that are local, hormone and antibiotic free. Michael and Nancy are thrilled to provide you with the same great family recipes made from scratch that you’ve grown to trust and love from Cordino’s! They continue to be inspired by old world charm and believe in delivering local, sustainable and premium fresh food! All of their products are prepared with quality and freshness and old fashion service.
10 Ross Street, Barrie | 705-726-0121 www.sigridsbakery.com
170 Prince William Way, Barrie 705.252.5365 www.cordinosbutchershop.ca
Tara Authentic Indian Cuisine
Chillz Lounge
Delighted to be considered Barrie’s finest, Chef Brothers Yar and Nur Mohammad have committed 25 years tantalizing the palates of their customers. Their culinary prowess makes Tara a most unique palatal experience. Open seven days-a-week the alluring aroma will bring you in. Lunch Buffet available for $15.99
Barrie’s Newest Dessert Bar & Craft Cocktail Lounge Welcome to Barrie’s new Hot Spot where you can relax in an intimate setting with your partner, date, family or friends and indulge. With over 40 desserts, various craft cocktails, beer & wine menu, luxury teas & coffees, you are bound to find your favourite! Overlooking Downtown Barrie’s Waterfront Expect The Unexpected
128 Dunlop Street East, Barrie 705.737.1821
89 Dunlop St. E, Suite 102, Barrie 705-252-9411 www.chillzlounge.com
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Qing’s Cuisine Barrie’s Tastiest Szechuan & Thai Cuisine Qing Ni is a recognized Canadian Chef with over 20 years experience having worked out west in Vancouver and California as well as in Toronto, Collingwood and now Barrie. He and his wife Lien have delighted those who appreciate amazing Szechuan and their authentic Thai cuisine. Offering an extensive menu for take-out, delivery and a cozy atmosphere for dining in.
Kohyang House Authentic Korean Cuisine • Japanese Sushi & Teriyaki Anna Kim invites you to try her authentic Korean food. “It’s so delicious and healthy, low in calories and very tasty. It’s also packed with goodness because it’s loaded with vegetables. It’s a bit spicy, but we can control the amount of spice to please everyone.” Korean food is huge in New York, Los Angeles and Toronto. It’s only a matter of time before the word spreads!
LUNCH & DINNER HOLIDAY SPECIALS 610 Huronia Rd., Unit 9, Barrie 705-503-6610 www.qingscuisine.com
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Ripe Juicery
Liaison College of Culinary Arts
Cold Pressed Juices • Parfaits • Acai Bowls • Sandwiches • Salads • Smoothies • Treats Ripe Juicery is a cold pressed, organic juice bar serving two locations in Barrie featuring cold pressed juice, hand crafted smoothies and acai bowls. Not to mention the oh-so-popular raw treats, cleanses, and a full plant based food menu. We serve in-house made soup, sandwiches, tacos, grain bowls and parfaits. We hand press all of our almond milk daily for smoothies & make every menu item from scratch using organic, plant based, raw ingredients. Offering Doorstep Delivery!
Liaison College of Culinary Arts - Barrie Campus offers a variety of Diploma and Certificate programs, kids cooking camps, team building events, kitchen rentals and more. Make a unique and fun date night or girls’ night out with our fun recreational cooking classes! Enrolling NOW for Fall and winter classes. Call for more information or a free tour of our newly renovated campus. FEED YOUR PASSION
Ripe Juicery, Barrie | ripejuicery.ca Downtown - 118 Dunlop St. | 705-503-7473 South End - 371 King St. Unit #4 | 705-503-4777
94 Dunlop Street West, Barrie 705.720.2433 www.liaisonbarrie.com
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Three hundred and thirty guests gathered at Casino Rama Resort on Saturday, Nov. 3 to celebrate and support patient care at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH). The inaugural Gowns and Gloves gala, chaired by Shaun Sauvé, regional general manager of Metroland Media, and emceed by Suzanne Legue, RVH Vice President of Strategy and Communications, raised an incredible $326,000 to support the RVH Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and medicl equipment, thanks to the generosity of guests and sponsors.
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L-R: Deb DeCaire, Dr. Christiaan Stevens, Beatrice Seguin and Steve Blanchet
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Tanya and Adam Parsons
L-R: Jenny Pizzale, Dr. Renee Hanrahan, Dr. Lauren Gerard and Ellen Bateman
Chris and Linda Yanch
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Lesley and Mike Stollery
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Anna and Terry Cheaney
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On October 30, 2018 the Barrie Advance hosted their annual Readers’ Choice Awards celebration at Town and Country Steakhouse in Downtown Barrie. Dozens of Barrie’s favourite local businesses came out to celebrate. Thank you to everyone who voted. Pick up a copy of the annual Readers’ Choice winners magazine to see who was chosen in each category.
(L-R): Helix Hearing Care, Barrie Olive Oil, YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka, Cakes By Design, Skinsational, Sue Kay & Company, Modo Yoga, Peaceful Transition, fresh a-fare, McLeod Vision, Sunrise Records, Plumbtech, Designers Plus, Barrie Nissan
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(L-R): Weight Watchers, Gravity Salon Professionals, 107.5 Kool FM, Manpower, Barrie Vacuums Plus, Glow Day Spa, Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers, Resolution Therapy & IMS Clinic, Cesia Green Wall Armstrong & Green, Simcoe Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners, Georgian Chevrolet, White Cedar Dental, Klassic Car Wash, Voldi, Barrie Harley-Davidson, Dunlop Billiards, Kempenfelt Bay School, Kempenfelt Windows & Doors 98
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