GoodLife Georgian Bay Summer 2019

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Discover the beauty of Georgian Triangle living.

asaga Beach for over 30 years, I know the beauty of Georgian Having lived and worked in Wasaga teen years, my success has been built Triangle living. As a top producing agent for the past thirteen using the power of the Remax brand, while managing my clients with integrity,, sincerity and a commitment to exceeding their expectations. Whether you’re buying or selling, I’d love the opportunity to help you and your family makee a move in our beautiful corner of the world.

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Contents SUMMER 2019

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17 notes chalet tour 18 27 designer reno 30 at home with… taste notes 33 local flavour 34 taste 40 thrive notes 48 roam 52 notes luxury adventures 54 golf 56 INSPIRED HOMES

BEFORE & AFTER

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MARYLYN JOEL

DELICIOUS BITES

THE GREY

A SUMMERTIME BRUNCH

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

LUXE TRAVEL

CURATED EXPERIENCES AROUND THE WORLD

TOP 5 LUXURY GOLF DESTINATIONS AROUND THE GLOBE

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P H A S E 2 N OW S E L L I N G

WELCOME TO CHALET LIVING.

It’s time to take your place in the ongoing story of a best seller.

A new chapter is unfolding at Blue with Mountain House at Windfall.

Explore Mountain House at Windfall and imagine living in this four-season playground.

This exclusive mountain community has it all; the chalet lifestyle; the tranquil Nordic spa-inspired amenity area; the connecting trail system; the perfect suite design with fabulous features; spectacular views of Blue Mountain and the excitement of the Village nearby. Mountain House offers chalet living as it was meant to be.

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Skin care essentials for a healthy summer glow

Bronze mask Tan on-the-go

Need a quick bronzed look for that shoulder baring dress? The Mineral Illuminating Body Tint by Youngblood adds a healthy sheen on the arms, legs and décolleté. It is vegan-formulated with a moisturizing blend of oils to soften skin, while a subtle bronze tint helps even skin tone. Lightly fragranced with shea butter and coconut oil. Available at select spas, $55. Ybskin.ca

Apply a thin layer of the Overnight Bronze & Glow Mask by Charlotte Tilbury onto your face before bed and wake up with a tan over the course of three nights. Nourishing blackcurrant seed oil conditions your skin and oat kernel extract reduces redness.

Available at select spas, $65. Charlottetilbury.com

Brush on the bronze

Primer SPF

This dual action sunscreen

by Zo Skin has a unique built-in primer to create a silky matte finish. The Sunscreen Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 helps smooth the skin and diminish the appearance of fine lines.

Available at select medical spas, $92. Zoskinhealth.ca

Sweep on Estée Lauder’s Bronze Goddess Powder Bronzer to give your face, shoulders and décolletage a sexy bronzed look instantaneously. The formula comes in three shades and contains a unique oil-control complex that keeps skin shine-free.

Available at Sephora, $52.

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Protect & brighten

Protect your skin while brightening your complexion with Bright Skin Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen by Éminence organic skin care. The organic, natural and cruelty-free formula lightens the appearance of dark spots while protecting against future damage. Available at select spas, $65. Eminenceorganics.com

Sunkissed glow

Vitamin C boost

Protect your skin from atmospheric aging caused by free radicals from RVA/UVB, infrared radiation and ozone pollution with Skinceuticals C E Ferulic Vitamin C serum. It improves the appearance of lines and wrinkles, loss of firmness and brightens your skin’s complexion.

Available at select spas, $180.

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Look tanned without the sun with the St. Tropez In-Shower Gradual Tan Lotion. Streak free and easy to apply in the shower, it gradually darkens your skin over several days. Available at Shoppers Drug Mart, $35. shoppersdrugmart.ca

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ction Lock – South Georgian Bay is in their 3rd year of operation. What once started out as a part-time mobile business, has now grown to a shop in Wasaga Beach, which opened in April 2017 and is managed by Steve’s wife Kim. They recently acquired Mark, as their 1st employee and addition to the family. Steve, who started out as a mechanic and worked as a mechanical engineer for most of his adult life, loves to draw on his wealth of knowledge and skillset and put them to use in his new profession.

The business started out by taking emergency calls for those locked out of their dwelling or vehicle, along with residential work that included door hardware, re-keying locks and installing safes. Kim has become adept in identifying keys, key cutting, and problem solving where key issues are a concern.

Action Lock is seeing a considerable increase in commercial work. The business installs Commercial Doors and Locks, High Security

Locks and Key Systems, Keypads, Panic Hardware & Exit Devices, Pivots and Continuous Hinges, Door Closers, Automatic Door Openers including Handicap Access, Access Control and work needed for Fire and Life Safety Inspections. Steve acquired AAADM certification as an Automatic Door Operator Inspector which qualifies him to inspect, install or repair power-operated automatic pedestrian doors. ADA Compliance and access for the elderly and disabled is currently of great importance for Action Lock. By 2025, it will be law that powered door operators be required for barrier free washrooms and mandatory into areas of assembly. Action Lock has helped several businesses with this new legislation and looks forward to helping other businesses that still need to meet this challenge when it is time for them to move forward.

Action Lock’s motto is “Customer Satisfaction is Key” and they rightly make every effort to hold this true. “If there is one thing both of us have

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learned in life”, says Kim “is that every customer is special and so are their needs.” Steve believes that it doesn’t matter if his customer is young or old, a resident or business, a local or someone from out of town. He tries to treat everyone like they were his next door neighbour.

Action Lock is a proud member of the Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce, BNI, WBWBA, TAOL (The Association of Ontario Locksmiths).

They have been accredited by ALOA, AAADM and by the Better Business Bureau. Action Lock’s number one priority is always you and your loved one’s safety. They are always glad to help someone new, so please feel free to stop by the shop or give them a call and see what they can do for your home or business for security. They are also especially grateful to all the customers who have provided support and business to help them get to where they are today.

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each Builders Home Hardware and Building Centre is a family owned and operated business operating in Wasaga Beach since 1971. Doug Culham was the original Home Dealer operating from the initial location across the road from Fire Hall #2 on Mosley Street. Doug moved and expanded the business to its current location, 1955 Mosley Street, and in 1991 Gerry and Sharon Vanderburg purchased the business from Doug.

The families have moved the business forward, growing, expanding and in 2007 Jamie Vanderburg and Todd Young took over the operation becoming second generation Dealer owners. Continuing to excel in customer service, staff have well over 250 years of combined industry experience and quality products you can count on.

Conveniently located at 45th street and Mosley, customers are warmly greeted

through a beautiful front entrance with large windows, post and beam construction, pine ceilings and quality seasonal products.

Beach Builders Home Hardware Building Centre offers a full line of quality lumber building materials, premium lumber, plywood, insulation, drywall, house plans, blue print reading and design with full material lists and aggressive pricing. They excel with interior and exterior quality Canadian made paint to ensure your job is right the first time. The store boasts electrical, plumbing, garden center products, gift ware, deck and kitchen design, full kitchen and bathroom accessories and flooring. Staffed by experts in their fields. Everything you need to grow your garden, maintain your lawn and accent your property including a large variety of soils and fertilizers. These services are

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offered in a clean, well merchandised and easily accessible store. Beach Builders isn’t just nails and hammers! The store is filled with home decor and gift items, sure to please every palette. They also have a Ladies’ night each year and paint nights open to everyone! With access to over 60,000 products you will be able to find the solution to most any challenge in your home or property.

In this nation of builders, the local hardware store is more than just a retail business - it is a cornerstone of its community. Both Jamie and Todd, along with their family, are deeply rooted in the community and are always giving back with one event or another to support a good cause! Come in to Beach Builders Home Hardware to find the spirit of community and experience the support and helpfulness of the staff – you will return time and time again!

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Miss Sonia Founder & Artistic Director

Miss Adele Power Campbell Head Ballet Teacher & Contemporary Teacher/Choreographer

Miss Amanda Clayton Guest Teacher Core Conditioning

Miss Rosalie Studio Assistant

Miss Teagann MacIntyre Pre-School Little Legs Ballet-Jazz Teacher

Miss Adeline Dubois Assistant Hip Hop Teacher

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Miss Veronica Specialty Guest Teacher/ Choreographer Jazz-Lyrical

Miss Catherine MacDonald Specialty Teacher Core Conditioning

Master Hip Hop-DancehallActing Coach, Vocal Director, Reggaeton Teacher/Choreographer Dance Instructor

DANCE BY DESIGN

ance by Design has been a highly respected business and award winning Dance Studio in the Wasaga Beach Community for over 15 years offering students outstanding dance instruction and choreography.

At Dance by Design Studios we begin teaching children at the tender age of 2 years old through to adults with our highly qualified staff. Our teachers are dedicated to the success and happiness of your dancer.

They work hard to keep the balance between strong technique and a fun environment.

Our instructors are passionate about developing your child’s self-confidence and skill through dance.

Proud of our commitment and focus to our faculty and towards educating dancers so in that they reach their fullest potential or over come unimaginable personal goals.

Dance by Design School of Dance Ltd has more than just great dance training evolving.

There is a sense of family, community and growth happening in each and every child, their parents, extended families and also our teachers, every single day. Sharing our love and passion for dance with our students and providing solid foundations for which all students can thrive is paramount.

Sonia Metheral is the founder and artistic director of Dance By Design Studios in Wasaga Beach est. in 2004. Trained by one of the most sought after teachers in North America Miss Joanne Chapman, who is an Ambassador for The Dance Teachers Summit, award recipient of one of the highest honours a teacher can receive and a columnist for the Dance Teachers Magazine, Sonia is is both proud and blessed to have been trained and still guided by Miss Joanne Chapman.

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Sonia’s extensive career and training under the Royal Academy of Dance and Dance Masters of America, and B.A.T.D. certification provides her with the insight to establish strong foundations for all dancers.

Dance by Design School of Dance offers a Ballet program that is the most accredited and developed program in the area spotlighted by the extended elite faculty members that ensure the studio brings forth the very best to all recreational and competitive students alike.

Now Celebrating over 15 years as the #1 Parent’s Choice For Quality Dance Training!

“Helping Kids To Reach Their Full Potential Through Dance Artistry”

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XISIX is a dynamic and environmentally friendly company offering professional services serving the greater Simcoe County. We are a local, family owned and operated company that provides you with personalized, quality service at affordable prices.

Vanessa Walker, owner of OxiSix, along with her husband Steve and son Myles, maintains the family business value.

Located in Collingwood, OxiSix strives to maintain a professional and personalized service for their customers which gives peace of mind knowing the best chemical and technology available is being used “Our mission is to provide our clients with the highest level of service. We are committed to providing friendly service and will go the extra mile to ensue complete satisfaction through our unique

and customized approach for effective and reliable service.”

Life is better with the best pest control.

That idea may not have crossed your mind, but here at OxiSix, we think about it all the time. We know that using a regularly scheduled and affordable local pest control service makes perfect sense, as an essential part of a good housekeeping plan.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is an approach to pest control that uses regular monitoring and record-keeping to determine if and when treatments are needed. General pest control employs a combination of inspection strategies and pest control practices to keep pest numbers low and prevent unacceptable damage. IPM does not eliminate the use of chemicals but instead uses them as needed only.

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We understand how important it is to keep the constant onslaught on ants, spiders, rodents, bed bugs and other common pests from encroaching into your home or business. We see the wisdom in monitoring your home for activity and taking action whenever we’re needed. We want you to know that when you call us for your pest control needs, we’ll be right there with our highly trained pest control professionals who know how to inspect your home, property or place of business thoroughly, evaluate what they find and pinpoint exactly what they need to do to keep you pest-free and worry-free.

OxiSix also offers Superior Property Services. Why call multiple companies when you just need to call OxiSix! Please see our website for all the services we offer: www.oxisix.com

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he Nest Collingwood is a beautiful new addition to Downtown Collingwood’s vibrant shopping scene!

The Nest is an on-trend Home Décor store & Design Centre that offers a large variety of home décor, slip covers, window coverings, indoor & outdoor pillows, furniture & lighting. Their design services include, colour consultations and interior/ exterior home staging. They will also soon be expanding the outdoor patio area and will feature a beautiful selection of outdoor furniture, including a variety of greenery with a cozy outdoor area for coffee, tea and soft drinks that will be served throughout the summer months ahead.

Our indoor expansion into next door will also feature Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, Homestead House Paint & Co. including Miss Mustard Seeds Milk Paint for sale and

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we will also be hosting fun and exciting workshops where we encourage you to mix and mingle with other art lovers & adventurous first timers as you paint and get inspired by our creative and casual atmosphere.

Store owner & designer, Christine Pritchard has beautifully transformed 311 Hurontario into an inviting and cozy stylish space. She has a history in design and has been involved in the backyard glam tours, holiday home tours and is the former owner of Habitat Interiors in Thornbury. Christine is very excited to be a store owner in Downtown Collingwood, she loves the cozy and European vibe the downtown offers! She believes in creating thoughtfully designed living spaces with the purpose of improving the way people work, play, and relax in their homes.

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OUR NEST also offers a variety of locally made Custom Barn Board doors and a large selection of unique Bohemian and Macramé accent pieces that adds sophistication and style to any room. In addition The Nest features Local Artists from around our area.

Coming soon to our Design Centre we will have an extensive selection of carpet samples & fabrics and a large variety of custom furniture & upholstery.

Come visit the Nest Collingwood at 311 Hurontario Street – Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5:30pm & Sunday m!

11am-4pm!

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Lëuk Huis is on the move! We miss being with our sister stores - so we’re moving back to Lëuk No2.

To celebrate we are having an Amazing Warehouse Sale at 78 Hurontario Street. You’ll find huge savings on furniture, décor and clothing. Hurry in and find your great deal.

Sale ends July 30th, 2019.

Lëuk was conceived from a sense of European well-being, where warmth and comfort are molded into a beautiful selection of worldwide unique items that weave together in a light and airy ambiance of contentment. In this atmosphere there are rich linen bedding, fabulous pieces of art and vintage gifts and artifacts from Turkey, Netherlands, France, Istanbul, Hungary and many more. Tulip bij Lëuk is

also found within the Lëuk store and offers fresh cut flowers and unique floral creations for all your events big or small.

Lëuk No2 has an array of exquisite lines of European clothing for woman. Globally sources brands and fabulous fashion finds are available throughout the store. Unique accessories and beautiful jewellery will compliment your unique look. Explore Lëuk Huis that everything you need for your home. You’ll find lush down sofas, huge cushy pillows, luxurious lighting fixtures and an array of European and Canadian furnishings at a wide variety of prices. Lëuk Café is located in Lëuk No2. Sip on a coffee and order a tasty treat. Seating is available inside and out. Love everything Lëuk? Visit the Lëuk family

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Hot tubs with multiple seating levels work for all heights and body types and don’t require smaller statured bathers to perch on knees to clear the water’s surface. La-Z-Boy paid attention to that need and got it right. Their fabulous Premier line of hot tubs makes everyone’s spa time safe, relaxing and stress free. Available at Thornbury’s Clear Choice Pools and Spas.

The Nest Boutique

Designer Christine Pritchard opens her latest home decor and lifestyle boutique in Collingwood. Inside you’ll find outdoor living and interior furnishings, lighting, dishes, modern Boho poofs, soaps and lotions, doggie beds, and all things home décor. The former owner of Habitat Interiors in Thornbury also offers design services, colour consultations and staging from this location. 311 Hurontario Street in Collingwood. TheNestCollingwood.com

Artful Exteriors

Forgo the plastic beverage coolers this summer and turn your deck into an art gallery with award-winning designer, Aaron Jackson’s, unique car coolers.

Every piece of original recycled art is a conversation starter. The Australian artist lives and works in Vietnam where he empowers and employs a community to produce artistic coolers, bird feeders, dog bowls, planters, and wall hangings with recycled oil drums. Find these treasures at Dags & Willow Fine Cheese and Gourmet Shop at 25 Second Street in Collingwood.

Cushiony Cork

With the beauty of wood, durability of laminate and comfort of cork, flooring is getting an upgrade. Torlys is using cutting edge print technology to create a realistic wood look in their compressed cork flooring. Extra-long and wide planks, beveled sealed edges for increased water resistance and Microban® antimicrobial protection are reasons why this easy install cork flooring is perfect for basements, kitchens, and bathrooms. Plus, a 35-Year Warranty. Available at Irvine Flooring.

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Chalet Chic Blue Mountain renovation shortlisted for prestigious design award

By Dawn Ritchie | Photos by Heather Goldsworthy

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esigned by Janice King-Smith of White Elk Interiors and shortlisted for the 2019 International Design & Architectural Awards, this contemporary ski chalet at the foot of the Blue Mountains was transformed from dated and cluttered to fresh and functional over the course of two years.

The story began when Chloe Greenhalgh knocked on Janice King-Smith’s front door.

Chloe and her partner Darryl Hughes were thinking about renovating their chalet and word had traveled that the designer up the street performed a miracle on the neighbourhood eyesore. Formerly dubbed ‘the prison,’ the peculiar chalet was now a stun-

ning Scandinavian show house where the designer and her family lived. Since they were neighbours, Chloe took the chance on getting a tour. Janice invited her in for coffee and a renovation union was formed.

As extremely active and sociable people, Chloe and Darryl needed a lot more storage and a better layout to accommodate their large social gatherings and regular weekend guests. They also needed a new space for an office where they could address the demands that arose on weekends from their high-profile jobs. They were ready for a style makeover. Modern, minimalistic and contemporary was their design choice. This concept fit right into Janice’s wheelhouse.

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WHEN THEY PURCHASED THE CHALET, IT HAD COME WITH ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES INTACT, INCLUDING A FULL BAR, SERVING GLASSES AND EVEN THE ART ON THE WALL. But achieving all this without changing the chalet’s existing footprint would be a challenge, especially given that nearly every room was trapezoid in shape and the basement was designated as a tenant apartment—off limits.

Janice attacked the storage issue as task #1, filling the home with walls of cabinets that blended in seamlessly with the chalet’s new black and white colour scheme. Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace was the primary wall colour because it best matched the cabinetry, Janice explains.

The entryway was really where the clutter explosion began. It had “zero storage” recalls Janice and no closet whatsoever. Not a great scenario for a dynamic, athletic household with a ton of gear.

The couple had been making do with a series of hooks, so Janice bumped out a closet by biting into the garage, which too, was trapezoid shaped.

Now there was a massive space for clothes, boots, bicycles, skis, snowboards and helmets. “And it still leaves the garage with space enough for a vehicle,” Janice assures.

Janice used grey Montauk slate in a Chevron pattern for flooring and added a wide leather upholstered bench for kicking off boots and gear.

The existing staircase up to the first level had dat-

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THE MEZZANINE OFFICE WOULD ALSO BE FILLED WITH NATURAL LIGHT FROM THE CEILING LEVEL WINDOWS AND IT WAS MERE STEPS AWAY FROM THE KITCHEN, SO YOU COULD WALK AROUND, GET A COFFEE BUT NOT BE LOOKING AT DISHES WHILE YOU WORKED—THE PERFECT LOCATION. ed wood railings so she opened that up too with modern glass railings that brought light and openness into the foyer.

The lower living area of the chalet was already party central but the owners felt the space needed a major refresh. When they purchased the chalet, it had come with all the bells and whistles intact, including a full bar, serving glasses and even the art on the wall. The Santa Fe style was being kicked to the curb but it was important that a bar remain for the couple’s renowned parties. Janice’s marching orders were to give the area a cool downtown Toronto, Queen Street West vibe.

For Janice that translated into a moody commercial bar that had a funky bistro/trendy café feel—espresso by day and whiskey by night. Janice also saw an opportunity to kill two birds with one stone. The couple had requested that new office space and there was a huge vacant ceiling space right above the bar that made the existing bar look unfinished and out of proportion.

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She suggested they build a mezzanine level above the bar for the office. This would balance the soaring empty wall space, enclose the bar, giving it a roof, and afford that Queen Street West feel the couple was going for. This design would also provide an airy office level right above the main hangout, so they could work and still enjoy the fire without feeling locked away in a small office on chalet days.

This inspired concept virtually added a new room to the building without changing the footprint, and allowed for an additional storage closet where the couple could now hide printers, fax machines, office supplies and cleaning equipment. The mezzanine office would also be filled with natural light from the ceiling level windows and it was mere steps away from the kitchen, so you could walk around, get a coffee but not be looking at dishes while you worked—the perfect location. With a glass knee wall (provided by Dennis Risk and Gil Letourneau of MCR Indus-

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tries) and a three-and-a-half-meter long desk, the mezzanine became an inviting location to check emails, surf the net and survey the action below.

Unfortunately, the view from the office would be the dated brick fireplace that covered the entire wall below. That had to go. Janice instead created a svelte modern fireplace using 2 x 4-foot floor-toceiling Montauk slate as the new focal point. Mick Vaclavik and his crew of Renovate Inc. hefted the exceedingly weighty tiles into place by hand, much to Janice’s astonishment.

The fireplace deliberately has no mantle and houses a mounted Smart TV. Deep niches on either side stock plenty of firewood for the woodburning Regency Pro Series fireplace that was to remain. The cozy sectional chaise sofa here is from Rove Concepts, plush Moroccan carpet from Elte Market.

For the bar, Janice tore out the existing oak counters and decided on colour blocking. She now had this “monolithic slab of tile on one side of the room” and wanted to balance it by making the bar wall black as well. For continuity, her choice again was Brazilian Montuck slate with a black tempered glass backsplash and black hexagon tile feature which ran up to the ceiling to draw the eye upward.

The paint for the backsplash was formulated and supplied by Glass Paint Technology Inc. from Gormley, Ontario, and painted on by a local car sprayer. Chris Robertson of Extreme Linings and Coatings in Owen Sound poured a concrete bar counter and laid an epoxy finish on the concrete flooring as well. The exterior of the bar was finished in barn board to warm things up and underlit to offer mood lighting. Stools from UK District 8. Bay Bloor Radio was the source for the sound system which is app-controllable with unique

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ANOTHER OF THE MORE SIGNIFICANT FEATURES IN THE RENOVATION IS THE FABULOUS SAUNA AND SHOWER ROOM. HERE JANICE AGAIN PERFORMED HER MAGIC BY TURNING IT FROM CLUTTER ALLEY INTO A SERENE NORDIC-INSPIRED SPA.

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Behind the bar, a wine fridge and trough stainless steel sink from Riobel keeps things rolling.

There is also so much under counter storage now that even Christmas decorations are being kept there. To finish the space, Janice commandeered a walk-in closet and transformed it into a powder room/laundry room right next to the bar under the mezzanine so guests wouldn’t have to go up a floor to use facilities.

Another of the more significant features in the renovation is the fabulous sauna and shower room. Here Janice again performed her magic by turning it from clutter alley into a serene Nordicinspired spa. The original space had cedar on every surface, making it dark and confined with separate doors to a shower and sauna. Janice tore much of that out to brighten and modernize the look, converting it into one contiguous luxury spa with a hydronic heating system. The shower is enormous with ceiling mounted rain shower and a colourful light display. There are floating benches and a new Far Infrared sauna by SaunaRay, acclaimed for its health benefits and detoxification.

The plastic swimsuit drying racks and rattan storage shelving are no more, replaced by storage cubbies, heated towel racks and shower niches.

It’s only one more of the many superb highlights of this totally renovated chalet, which doubtless means that many more neighbours will soon be knocking on Janice King-Smith’s door.

Visit Janice King-Smith’s website at: WhiteElkInteriors.comrenovation is the fabulous sauna and shower room. Here Janice again performed her magic by turning it from clutter alley into a serene Nordic-inspired spa. The original space had cedar on every surface, making it dark and confined with separate doors to a shower and sauna. Janice tore much of that out to brighten and modernize the look, converting it into one contiguous luxury spa with a hydronic heating system. The shower is enormous with ceiling mounted rain shower and a colourful light display. There are floating benches and a new Far Infrared sauna by SaunaRay, acclaimed for its health benefits and detoxification.

The plastic swimsuit drying racks and rattan storage shelving are no more, replaced by storage cubbies, heated towel racks and shower niches.

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Sarah Richardson REN O VATE S A P I E C E O F C R E EMO R E H I S TO RY

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ow designer Sarah Richardson gets so much done is a marvel. With a lengthy resume of half a dozen TV series, a handful of books, a very busy design firm, spokesperson duties for Monogram, and most recently, a fabulous new collection of wallpaper, this powerhouse designer’s creative juices are unstoppable.

In 2017, she and husband, Alex Younger, built their off-grid forever home in Creemore, and now they’ve exercised the same principles of exceptional design and eco-consciousness in the renovation of a heritage home on Main Street in their new town.

Richardson manages the interior design work. Alex Younger is the passionate force behind clean solar energy.

HGTV chronicled the build of their dream home in season one of Sarah Off the Grid and has again filmed this latest project from purchase to final reveal in season two of the six-episode series, now airing.

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nest | designer renovation GL: What made you decide to renovate a new property so soon after completing your house?

Well, we finished the house from Season 1, Sarah Off the Grid, and I think it had been all of six weeks and I thought, what should we do next?

And there’s this dangerous little creation called the Realtor app and suddenly I was looking at properties.

GL: Is there a reason you chose Creemore again?

Honestly, I just love the area. I love my town and I thought, well the first home was so much fun, what else could we do? The reasons I do things are not necessarily the reasons other people do things.

I think the Georgian triangle is a beautiful place and I want to keep making sure the world knows that. It’s kind of like my current mission.

GL: Why renovate a century home instead of building from scratch again?

I love historical homes. I’m the daughter of an architectural historian, so it’s in my DNA. And I love the idea of a dramatic ‘before’ that leads to a magazine-worthy ‘after.’ I think we live in a culture where people treat too much as being disposable.

Here it sits on the main street and I believe in doing what’s right for the town, for the house, and for history. So, I like the idea of going in and restoring it, to make it work for the next hundred years.

And I think it’s really beautiful.

GL: Do you encounter a lot of issues in older structures?

Yes, but my favourite part of the challenge is, that they have certain architectural features to offer. It’s not a completely blank slate of ‘what shall we do?’

It’s actually, ‘what shall we do with this room that has two bay windows?’ It’s about embracing the best of what’s there and reinventing and reinvigorating what’s not working. Then reprogramming it for an entirely new future that speaks to the needs of contemporary lifestyle.

GL: What role did Tommy Smythe play in this renovation?

He’s my sounding board. He is always my collaborator. I always say, I’m the Department of Interiors, my husband is the Minister of Exteriors and Tommy is my Style Counsel.

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WE INSTALLED SOLAR PANELS ON THE ROOF AND A BATTERY BANK SO THAT THE SOLAR PANELS CAN FILL THE BATTERIES AND RUN WHAT NEEDS TO BE RUN IN THE HOUSE.

name’s on it and my brand is too well known. I’d rather make no money than sacrifice my reputation. So that’s Rule #1. Integrity isn’t something you can buy. You either have it or you don’t.

In terms of how to balance a budget, I’m very practical. I can save and I can splurge. One of the things I do well is take inexpensive and make it look fantastic. That’s a journey that I love to go on and it’s a game I love to play. I don’t believe that style and budget are mutually exclusive. The first piece of work of mine that was ever published, and it was on the cover of House and Home in 1998, was a rental loft apartment that I lived in.

The cover image was a two-dollar lamp, a fivedollar chair, a twenty-dollar table and a ten-dollar mirror. And that has taught me that you don’t have to have money to have good style or to be successful.

GL: Were there special appliances you had to choose to go off grid?

No, this house is grid tied. We installed solar panels on the roof and a battery bank so that the solar panels can fill the batteries and run what needs to be run in the house. If you need more power than what you’re getting out of the panels and batteries you can buy energy from the grid. But the other thing is, when you’re not home and it’s a gorgeous sunny day and you’re not doing anything, you are winding the meter back. I’m calling it the energy piggy bank, so you can save it for a rainy day.

GL: You took a vacation mid-renovation. What ideas did you come back with?

Oh, my gosh, so many. In the third episode, which is the principle bedroom, I was inspired by a bathroom at a lodge we stayed at in Kenya. I brought back textiles and colours that inspired me. There was no shortage of inspiration. I think that you never regret traveling. Travel is the most incredible journey you can take for inspiration. There are

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photographs in the bathroom, in the first episode, which I took while we were on safari.

GL: What’s your favourite room in the house?

The kitchen/dining room. It was the game changer in the house. Walls removed, spaces opened, complete redefinition of how it was used and how it looks and still completely contemporary, while being sympathetic to the original architecture.

Tommy has this game called Keep or Toss, and so the keep was: keep the original stair, keep the gorgeous handrail, keep the trim, keep the baseboard. Toss: the walls, the original floors, which were all a disaster, the popcorn ceiling, the leaking stack coming through the corner of the kitchen.

You know, toss what’s not working. Keep what’s awesome.

GL: What was your biggest challenge in this project?

When I bought it, it had a little addition on the back and what looked like a perfect foundation and I thought we could literally put a two-story addition on top of the original foundation and be good to go and spend the $400,000 that I had allocated at the outset. But the foundation was three rows of concrete block sitting on absolutely nothing. So, we ended up with a house that was useless because the addition was garbage. The foundation was non-existent. And we had less than 1000 square feet of living space. I had no choice but to dig, and essentially, I had to double my original budget to pull it off. I thought I’d spend four hundred and I had to spend eight hundred.

GL: What was your high point?

I think my high point to this day is driving down and passing my house and having it look so pretty and proud. It makes me smile. I mean, for me it was about saving a piece of local history.

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ward-winning Collingwood designer, Marylyn Joel, has been reconfiguring homes in the Georgian Triangle since 1997. A graduate of Ryerson University’s Interior Design program, she is a member of the Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario and Interior Designers of Canada and a three-time recipient of the Best Houzz Service Award (in 2018, 2017 and 2014.)

Her design work, featured in magazines, has spanned commercial design in Toronto to residential renovations in Collingwood, Creemore, Wasaga, Thornbury and Barrie. Her specialized skills include drawing and documenting design details for construction management and assessing a clients’ needs to make their homes best fit their shifting lifestyles.

GL: What kind of services do you provide as a designer?

I’m not a decorator. I do the architectural finishing on the interiors. I tweak the floorplan, the layout, I’ll design all the millwork, the kitchen layout, bathroom vanities, all the finishing, everything that the contractor needs to finish off the renovation. Basically, I provide the drawings and the specs in order for the client themselves to follow through with it or give it to their contractor to follow through with getting the design done.

GL: How do you approach each new project with a client?

I walk through the place and listen to their expectations first. Start asking questions and try to get a breakdown of more information and discover issues that they’ve had before. I also ask them to go through magazines and Houzz, etc. to flag images that they like. They can say, I like this desk, I like this flooring or I like this drapery, and when I go through enough of it, I start picking up consistencies and get a feeling about what their taste is and what they’re expecting. The more informa30

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GL: Have Georgian Bay residences changed much since so many are moving up here permanently from the city?

It’s more of a city residence now. Basically, they want to move their Toronto amenities up here. If they’re going to keep their weekend retreat, there’s never enough storage, ever. You can get away with it on a weekend basis but when you live here on a permanent basis things have got to change. So, it’s more of a space planning, what are your needs and let’s plan the space to make it work for you.

Then we follow through with the finishes and the look, the feel, the flavour of what you want in that

space, and then you get to the furnishings part of it.

GL: Do you supply that service as well?

Some of it, it depends how far we go, but I also work with others. I just worked with F.A.D. on refurbishing somebody’s cottage. I will do that, it depends on the client’s needs.

GL: Are you renovating more cottages or new developments?

Both. But I’d say I’m mostly renovating existing spaces.

GL: Are the needs of homeowners changing?

It’s still pretty family oriented, but accommodating the grandchildren is important. You want your family around, but not underfoot all the time.

Giving them a separate space, that’s a key one. It’s

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funny, people are still going for these big homes.

They’re expensive to heat and maintain and one of the issues that parents don’t realize is, it’s great to have your family come up, but your family wants their friends with them and they can’t have their friends in your space.

GL: What other trends are you noticing in design?

Pine is out. That country look, pine hutches, it’s hard to sell them. It’s like the old mahogany, traditional furniture style, the Duncan Phyfe look, English traditional. People are into a more contemporary look. Especially if it’s a smaller space. You need built-ins as much as possible and the colour of the cabinets are the colour of the walls. Visually you’re not seeing this bulky area of wood furniture.

A nice clean, open look. All your stuff is behind doors. I think a nice clean environment is keeping it simple. And mud rooms are key. Very important.

Storage, especially for up here. All the extra coats and boots you need up here. Storage is vital, especially if there is no basement or locker room. This is a four-season location. Golf clubs, bikes, skis, tennis rackets… where do you put that stuff when you start moving up here? Mud rooms.

GL: What about home offices?

They don’t ask for it but you need to accommodate it. There has to be one area where you accommodate a desk and chair. And I always do a filing cabinet.

GL: Do you have a lot of storage in your own home?

I’m in a condo. I have no front closets so I changed the basement layout to accommodate closets and one of the first things the kids wanted was a workbench to tune skis and maintain bikes, so that was done. And a recreation area for the kids, a ping pong table.

GL: What is your favourite room in your home?

The living room. It’s my chill out area. I sit down and the brain stops. Tune out. The fireplace is going, I watch some TV. To me it has a good feeling.

Nothing fancy, I like the colours in the room. Off white. There are prints that I like with pillows to complement. I have dogs in the house so I don’t have carpet anywhere. I have tiled floor in the living room. And I don’t have an area rug. I don’t have one anywhere. I wear shoes all the time. But that’s just me. I have corked floors, laminated flooring, and tile. Good, clean washable. I live simply. I like the simple, clean uncluttered look. And everything has to have its spot.

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— In the kitchen with Spencer Sgro and Amber Plourde

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t’s exciting to get assigned a story about a restaurant just weeks away from opening. That’s why this reporter jumped at the chance to write about The Grey, a new eatery overlooking the Thornbury Harbour and Georgian Bay. Set to open in mid-May, (the interview was conducted in late April) I arrived to plenty of construction hustle and bustle and a busy kitchen brigade working out the final kinks of its menu. “Come on in,” said Chef de Cuisine, Amber Plourde, who cheerfully greeted me at the kitchen door.

“We’re in full menu testing mode. Right now, we’re working on a pork Milanese and it’s fantastic.”

After saying hello to the culinary team and receiving a brief dining room tour, I sat down with Amber and managing owner, Spencer Sgro. With the hum of saws in the background, together they discussed their vision, food philosophy, future plans for The Grey and more.

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COUNTRY FLAX BISCUITS (recipe by chef Amber Plourde, The Grey Thornbury)

This recipe is fun because the biscuits don’t need to be shaped perfectly and the flavour profiles can be switched to whatever is in season. I enjoy making biscuits by hand and I also grate and freeze my butter rather than using cold and cubed butter.

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1/3 cup charred spring onions 4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1-1/2 Tbsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking soda 1 Tbsp flax seed (since I love flax, I tend to go heavier. I use Good’s Family Farm Flax Seed) 1 cup frozen grated butter 2 cups buttermilk 1/3 cup grated Amazing Grey goat cheese (this is my fave, but any sharp cheese works) PREPARATION: Charred Onions: I like to just throw them on the grill after a quick water rinse and oil rub and a dash of salt. Let them cool on some paper towel to remove as much excess liquid as possible, then a good chop. If getting the grill going isn’t in the biscuit timeline, a fresh spring onion would be just as nice.

Using a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda and flax.

Add the grated frozen butter and fold it into the flour mixture. Be sure to keep this part gentle and quick ensuring you’re not melting the butter.

Add the charred spring onions and goat cheese. With everything but the buttermilk, make a small well.

Add the buttermilk to the flour well and with your clean, and I suggest jewellery-free hands, start to mix the flour mixture with the buttermilk. Try to keep the mixing minimal to avoid over working the gluten and melting the butter. Once combined, wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Next, we roll and fold the dough four times.

Let it rest for 10 minutes covered. Then cut into 1.5-2-inch squares and brush with 35% cream or milk and sprinkle with some sea salt, if available. Place on parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Pre-heat oven to 400F. Place biscuits in the 400F oven, and then immediately turn down to 325F degrees and bake for 15-20 minutes. Makes 9-10 biscuits Serve warm with room temperature local Emerald butter!

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Spencer, with several years of restaurant management skills under your belt (his resume includes a long stint in London, England at various notable dining rooms) you purchased the property (the former home of Maiolo’s Restaurant) last year with two silent partners.

With renovations on going since January, the goal is to breathe new life into this landmark building. Can you expand?

Spencer Sgro: Overlooking the harbour, it’s a stunning location that really needed a massive overhaul. Previous restaurants have struggled with this space because it’s so large. Our design ensures that the space feels cozy and intimate.

Once completed, the property will feature a 60-seat dining room, bar area, and 120-seat waterfront patio. What’s your driving vision for The Grey?

SS: Along with being a farm-to-table restaurant, that serves up simple and consistent dishes, our goal is to be a vibrant, community-focused restaurant that adds value to the already impressive Thornbury dining scene. It will take on different faces over the seasons. In the summer, it will be very drink forward with plenty of appetizers and sharing plates that appeal to the patio crowd. During the cooler months, it will be more of a cozy, après ski kind of place.

I hear the concept and design of The Grey was inspired by the Catskills resort area located in southeastern New York. Over the past few decades, that mountainous region has become known for its hip boutique hotels and country chic farm-to-table eateries. Can you expand?

SS: We were inspired by the Catskills because it’s kind of similar to this region. Located in a rural area a few hours drive from New York City, the Catskills offers skiing in the winter, but in recent years it has attracted creative New York City chefs and restaurateurs looking to escape the city for more of a country pace of life. Because these chefs bring a bit of New York City swagger, the restaurants are countrified, yet sophisticated. That’s what inspired us, and that’s what we’re going for with The Grey. We want people to come here feeling comfortable in whatever they want to wear, and enjoy really great food.

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THERE WILL BE A FEW VEGAN DISHES ON THE MENU, INCLUDING A HEARTY CURRY DISH. WE WILL ALSO HAVE GLUTEN FREE OFFERINGS AND OPTIONS.”

SS: We’re going for a very cozy, comfortable, rustic chic vibe. Along with a newly installed stone high-efficiency wood fireplace, the dining room features intimate booths, a bar area and banquet style seating. A large harvest table will be in front of the fireplace, allowing for larger groups or communal style seating, as well.

What’s your food philosophy?

Amber Plourde: The more local and farm fresh, the better. In order to create our menu, I visited several local farms and producers to check out the bounty of products this area has to offer. Along with seeing with my own eyes how local fruits and

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vegetables are grown, or how the pigs are fed, I wanted to ensure I’m sourcing from farms with ethical and sustainable practices.

What can diners expect from the menu?

AP: Everything will be made from scratch with simple, high quality ingredients. We’re even making our own pasta in-house. Although, we still haven’t completely nailed down the menu, guests can expect both sharing and large plates, burgers, soups, fresh salads, fish tacos, brick chicken, whole grilled local trout and more.

SS: The menu isn’t cuisine specific. Our goal is to feature a number of seasonal dishes made with locally sourced products.

Amber, you were born and raised in Niagara Falls. Let’s hear about your culinary journey and what led you to The Grey.

AP: I started cooking at the age of 15 through a high school co-op cooking program, and then worked in the kitchens of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

But everything really came together for me when I joined the culinary team at The Drake Hotel in Toronto. I worked there for five years and really honed my cooking skills. As for leaving Toronto?

The Grey offered a wonderful opportunity for my partner and I to move to the country with our young son.

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While working at the Drake, you won the coveted Ontario Hostelry Institute’s (OHI) Top 30 Under 30 Award. According to the OHI website, “the Top 30 Under 30 awards aim to recognize the people working hard to make significant changes in [the hospitality] industry. They are leaders who strive for excellence on a daily basis.” That must have been quite an honour.

AP: The Drake really pushed me to explore my culinary boundaries and get involved in volunteer opportunities. I was truly honoured to receive the award.

What three course meal would you recommend from the menu?

SS: Start with devilled eggs as an appetizer, then have the Ontario whole grilled trout as your main.

For dessert, try the dark chocolate and salted pumpkin seed layer cake — it’s to-die-for!

You’re participating in the Apple Pie Trail applepietrail.com. What dishes will you be featuring?

AP: We will be serving a seasonal menu of dishes that feature apples, based on product availability and the appetites of our diners as the seasons change. We will be serving a caramelized apple churro to start; we take beautiful local Red Prince apples and caramelize them in brown butter and sugar with a bit of maple syrup, that sits on delicious buttery fried pastry topped with some whipped yogurt and shaved hazelnuts .

What about menu items for diners with special dietary needs?

AP: There will be a few vegan dishes on the menu, including a hearty curry dish. We will also have gluten free offerings and options.

Any future plans you want to mention?

SS: Nothing is completely set in stone, but we are looking at ways to maximize the usage of the property. There’s an ice cream hut onsite, and we hope to have it operational at some point down the road. We’re also thinking of opening up a general store at the front of the building to help service the local yacht club. The idea is to provide provisions for boaters, such as salads, sandwiches, prepared meals, bakery items, fresh produce and grocery staples. Something like that, but we haven’t worked out all of the details yet.

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Mini Pavlova with Whipped Cream & Fresh Berries Serves 8 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cook time: 1 hour

Ingredients 3 egg whites (at room temperature) 1/16 teaspoon cream of tartar (optional) 3/4 cup confectioners sugar plus 2 to 3 tablespoons for dusting 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 1Âź teaspoon cornstarch 2 cups fresh raspberries and blueberries (or fruit of your choice) 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream Instructions To make meringues: Preheat the oven to 250 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Put the egg whites and cream of tartar into the bowl and beat on a medium speed until the mixture forms soft peaks.

Increase the speed to high and start adding sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. Add vanilla extract and beat until stiff and glossy peaks form.

Take a rubber spatula, gently fold in cornstarch.

Spoon 8 mounds on a prepared baking sheet and using a back of the spoon create a slight dip in the centre of each meringue. Bake one hour. Turn off the oven and let the meringues dry completely in the oven for about 45 min.

To make cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Spread about a tablespoon of cream into each meringue, garnish with berries and dust with confectioners sugar.

Serve immediately.

Note: Pavlovas (without cream or berries) can be baked the day before and stored in a sealed container at room temperature.

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taste taste Melon apple mint juice Basil frittata with smoked salmon Mini pavlova with whipped cream & fresh berries

A Summertime BRUNCH Photos by Nikki Wesley

Summer is finally here! There’s no better time to invite guests to enjoy a delectable brunch that delights all the senses.

Using fresh ingredients, this summer time brunch menu offers the taste buds a variety of textures and flavours that mix savoury and sweet just perfectly.

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Melon Apple Mint Juice Serves 2 Preparation time: 5 minutes

Ingredients 2 cups chopped honeydew melon 3/4 cup apple juice 1 cup fresh baby kale or baby spinach 6 to 8 mint leaves Instructions Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until frothy and smooth. Note: For a frozen treat pour the mixture into popsicle moulds and freeze.

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Recipe Credit:

Recipes courtesy of Nadine Hughes, owner Nadine Hughes Catering and Dinner At Home Meals www.nadinehughes.com www.dinnerathomemeals.com

Basil Frittata with Smoked Salmon Makes 8 slices | Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 8 minutes Ingredients 1 to 2 tsp horseradish cream 250ml (1 cup) sour cream 6 eggs 1/3 cup cream 1/3 cup shredded fresh basil 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp canola oil 16 slices smoked salmon 100g arugula, baby spinach or pea shoots 44

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Instructions In a small bowl, mix horseradish and sour cream.

Add more horseradish if you like heat. Set aside.

Preheat oven to broil.

In a medium bowl lightly whisk the eggs, then add the cream, basil, cheese, salt and pepper.

Heat oil in a 12â€? heavy-based, oven proof frying pan over a medium-high heat. Pour in the egg mix. Lower heat and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the frittata is mostly set. Transfer pan to oven and ďŹ nish under a grill until slightly brown and set

in the centre. Remove from oven (careful, handle will be hot) and allow to cool slightly.

Slide the frittata out of the pan while still warm.

You may need to run a palette knife under the frittata to ease it out. Cut into eight wedges.

To serve, top each slice with two slices of smoked salmon, arugula and a dollop of the horseradish cream, or serve whole with slices of salmon and arugula arranged on top, with horseradish cream in a bowl on the side.

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When you need a one-of-a-kind look,

head for Sasek’s Jolie la Vie. Stocked with hand picked fashions and accessories from around the globe, Sasek’s lets customers express their own eclectic style.

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hen Diane Sasek and Annie Auckbaraullee opened their first fashion boutique in Mansfield, Ontario six years ago, they made a crucial decision. Every item in the store for would be chosen for its ‘one-of-a-kind’ quality to give customers a unique shopping experience.

Accordingly, they regularly travel to Europe, Britain, Turkey and beyond to hand pick top quality unique fashion accessories, shoes, boots and clothing. Their fresh approach to fashion caught on strong. Faithful customers return regularly to see what’s new.

With the success of their Mansfield store, Diane and Annie opened a second shop, Sasek’s Jolie La Vie, in downtown Collingwood last year. The boutique, located at 33 Hurontario St., has

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found its own fans by offering the same guarantee of unique fashion, superb accessories and enough cubic zirconia and crystal bling to brighten anyone’s wardrobe.

“We think shopping should be more of an experience than just going through the racks,” says Diane. “I love fashion, especially purses and shoes. We have a boot now that is actually from a line out of Dubai. They are made of handcrafted leather and handmade tapestry. They are just beautiful.”

Known as the shop “Wear Art Comes to Life”, Jolie La Vie carries elegant hand-painted clothing from Turkey, artistic footwear from Europe and handcrafted bags and wallets from Italy.

“When we were in Italy, we started looking into leather goods

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and fashions,” recalls Diane. “We hand select all our leather bags in Italy. That means there are never two bags that are exactly the same. We hand pick everything, with much of our fashion coming from Europe. This year we went to Turkey, Austria, Switzerland and England and brought everything back with us.”

Sasek will often walk into a store overseas and see something she knows her customers would love. However, she also knows the suppliers that carry items that are perfect for Jolie La Vie. She watches for fashions that will complement the store’s fabulous Italian purses.

Among the store’s hallmark pieces are pants

by Tyler Madison, a Canadian company based in Montreal, and jewellery by British company Shrieking Violet. The jewellery is created with tiny flowers set in resin within a sterling silver setting.

Sasek’s also imports stunning hats from Kentucky during Derby season to wear for parties at race time or anytime.

The glamorous yet whimsical look of the boutique is due to Diane’s instinctive flair for designing beautiful displays. As well as fashion, her displays feature art and home décor pieces from around Europe.

WE THINK SHOPPING SHOULD BE MORE OF AN EXPERIENCE THAN JUST GOING THROUGH THE RACKS,”

“We also carry art by renowned local artist Anne Clifford who creates bronze and concrete sculpture,” says Diane. “Her horse heads and figurines are lovely.”

Now, with exciting plans to move to Italy with her husband and enjoy life in Tuscany, Diane is giving other fashion lovers the chance to own Jolie La Vie. The business is for sale turnkey with all stock, fixtures and furnishings ready for the new owner to start operating during prime tourist season.

“The new owner can take the boutique in the direction they want to go because it is completely turnkey,” says Diane. “It’s a great little boutique because it’s unique, has a lot of style and attention to detail. It’s definitely one of a kind in Collingwood.”

For information about purchasing Sasek’s Jolie La Vie, go to www.saseks.ca, email Diane@saseks.ca or call Diane at 674-992-6862.

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Portland: epicentre of cool culture It could almost be Canadian — environmentally conscious, liberal, outdoorsy and friendly.

The idiosyncratic character of Portland, Oregan, though, makes it unique. I love the unpredictable funk of this city.

Where else would the new trend in natural wine bars find such instant popularity? Natural wines are those that have been made from wild yeast, with no chemical intervention — a controversial but interesting new/old twist on wine.

Bar Norman is just one of a clutch of new bars that focus on natural wine.

It was here that I got hooked on Stumptown coffee, Voodoo Doughnut and food cart dining.

Then I discovered there was more than Stumptown. The city has the highest concentration of independent coffee roasters in the US. Portland is also known for its experimental food scene and craft beers. Try a glass of Moon Pie, a dark stout from Great Notion Brewing.

Walk through the Pearl District to enjoy galleries, shopping, brewpubs, coffee houses and restaurants. Fork-town Food Tours offers niche food tours, including a gluten-free one.

Great restaurants are numerous. At Beast, award-winning chef Naomi Pomeroy serves produce-driven fine dining. Bullard, in the new Woodlark Hotel, is run by Top Chef alumnae Doug Adams. Visit the Portland Saturday Market where you can meet local makers, try out the food carts and indulge in some creative shopping.

There are gorgeous gardens; outdoorsy types can enjoy a pedal boat tour on the Willamette River or take a hike or bike tour through urban neighbourhoods and the surrounding countryside to appreciate the scenery. The nearby Willamette Valley produces some of the best pinots in North America and a wine tour invites you try many of them.

For a unique hotel stay, book a room at the new Hoxton Hotel, next to the gate to Old Town Chinatown, a historic space re-imagined with local designers.

Amsterdam: abundant arts At the beginning of Donna Tartt’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel, The Goldfinch, protagonist Theo Decker is sitting in a hotel room beside a Dutch canal, wondering when he will be arrested. I loved the novel, but the really captivating thing for me is the fact that Theo is sitting in my favourite hotel in Amsterdam, the Ambassade. It’s a treasure: a 56room, five-star hotel comprised of 10 different canal houses joined together. But the real attraction is the library, filled with over 5,000 books, all of them signed by their authors.

Because the hotel is situated on the Herengracht, which is the location of many of the city’s publishing houses, visiting authors have been routinely booked into the Ambassade and have contributed copies of their books. Tartt’s stay at the hotel gave her the background for her opening chapter.

Read the book, if you haven’t already, and visit Amsterdam before September when the film version of the novel, starring Nicole Kidman and Ansel Elgort as Theo, is due to be released. You will be primed to enter into the densely-plotted story about a famous painting, the importance of art and the role of fate in our lives.

The painting in the book, a small portrait of a goldfinch chained to its perch, painted by Rembrandt’s student, Carel Fabritius, is an exquisite example of Dutch golden age painting, and that’s another important reason to visit this year — the city will be celebrating Rembrandt’s 350th anniversary. The Rijksmuseum as well as others will be highlighting Rembrandt in honour of the anniversary. Amsterdam’s Rembrandthuis, where the artist lived and worked for several years, celebrates the artist’s life with a recreation of his studios and living quarters. The Rijksmuseum will map out art trails through Amsterdam to places where the artist lived and worked. The trails can be accessed on foot, by bike and by boat on a canal cruise. You can see Fabritius’ Goldfinch, as well as many of Rembrandt’s important works, at the Mauritshuis Museum in The Hague, which is easily reached by train in a day trip from Amsterdam. www.rembrandthuis.nl/ www.ambassade-hotel.nl/ www.mauritshuis.nl/en/

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THE GAME OF GOLF DATES BACK TO THE 15TH CENTURY AND REMAINS ONE OF THE WORLD’S FAVOURITE SPORTS TODAY. ALTHOUGH THE MAJORITY OF ITS AFICIONADOS HAIL FROM WESTERN EUROPE AND NORTH AMERICA, GOLF IS ENJOYED AROUND THE WORLD. SO WHY NOT TRAVEL THE GLOBE TO HIT THE MOST LUXURIOUS DESTINATIONS TO PLAY A ROUND?

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BANFF SPRINGS, CANADA The Canadian Rockies coupled with the luscious greenery courtesy of Mother Nature makes the Banff Springs Golf Course a stunning picturesque golf course, but golfers shouldn’t be deceived as the course provides a challenging game. For a truly luxury experience, travel the Majesty of the Rockies tour with Luxury Gold. With its GoldLeaf Service guests can opt to play a round during their relaxed start and leisure time while in Banff, AB, where they stay at the Fairmont Banff Springs property, home to the Banff Springs Golf Club. The course is known as one of the best in Canada.

GIRONA, SPAIN Players of all levels will enjoy the Stadium Course at PGA Catalunya. Northern Spain creates a breathtaking backdrop for this course, which makes the list of top 100 golf courses in the world. Within months of opening, the meticulously designed course hosted the 1999 Gene Sarazen World Open and the Spanish Open in 2000. The course is less than an hour away from vibrant Barcelona and is a must-play course for golfers visiting the region. You can visit the area and enjoy the course on your free time as you explore the stunning region with Insight Vacations on the Northern Spain journey.

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roam | luxury golf courses JACKSONVILLE, UNITED STATES Canada’s neighbour to the south is home to many world-class golf courses. One bucket-list course for anyone serious about the sport is TPC Sawgrass, located in Jacksonville, Florida. The course is known as the world headquarters of professional golf and its 17th signature island green is one of the most widely-recognized holes of golf around the globe.

The golf courses at TPC Sawgrass were both designed by legendary golf architect Pete Dye and are home of the PGA tour, making all courses perfect for golfers hoping to see how they fare in comparison to the professionals, or interested in a round that’s sure to challenge them.

ST. ANDREWS AND EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND Recognized internationally as the “home of golf,” the sport is said to have originated in Scotland in the 15th century. Dating back to 1552, the Old Course at St Andrews Links is known as one of the world’s most iconic golf courses and has been home to more open championships than any other course. The world-renowned course is recognized for its true linksland property, stunning views and ever-challenging climate conditions as its seaside location is guaranteed to put any golfers’ skills to the test. Be sure to bring your A-game! There’s also Sawgrass Golf Course, Jacksonville Florida

what’s known as the “Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers” – the legendary course at Muirfield is as reputable as it is exclusive. It’s recognized as the world’s oldest private golf club and was initially designed by one of the founders of golf architecture, Willie Park Jr. You’ll be hard pressed to secure a tee time at this restricted course, however, travelling on Brendan Vacations’ golffocused Scottish Kilts and Clubs nine-day journey guarantees you access to this outstanding course. Overall, this journey offers access to four of Scotland’s most luxurious and highly-coveted courses that golf lovers won’t want to miss.

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA The terrain in South Africa is characterized primarily by mountains, criss-crossing hills and shadow valleys, which play an interesting role in golf architecture. The golf course at Legend Golf & Safari brings extreme luxury and extreme obstacles for any golfer, incorporating Hanglip Mountain into its epic extreme 19th hole. Creating the world’s longest and highest par three, the tee is only accessible by helicopter. It is 400 metres above the green, surely providing players with memories to last a lifetime.

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NEED A NEW LOOK?

SHUTTERS • BLINDS • SHADES RETRACTABLE MIRAGE SCREENS Seniors & Commercial Discounts Free In-home Consultations Free Professional Installation

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Boutique & Beauty Bar Custom Swimwear For All Shapes & Sizes

All Natural Spray Tanning Lash & Hair Extensions Shop Beachwear, Accessories, Cosmetics & Gifts

705-445-1010

Use Coupon Code HOTMESSSUMMER2019 For 10% OFF Regular Priced Swimwear In Store or Online

503 HUME ST, Collingwood (across from Toyota in Tim Hortons lot)

www.hotmessswimwear.com 3081 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach

Custom Window Coverings

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BEACH BUILDERS LONG WEEKENDS START AT HOME

1955 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, ON 705.429.2960

Calling all seniors The Canadian Red Cross delivers Hot or Frozen, nutritious meals to seniors in the area.

We also cater to different diet restrictions.

Transportation a problem? We offer a combination of cars, mid sized vans and accessible vehicles, with staff or volunteers, at a low cost to you.

We have the transportation, meals solutions and coordination expertise to meet the community’s needs

For more information please call or send email 705-721-3313 ext. 5266 • Speak to Tara Bone Tara.bone@redcross.ca

Real Canadian Superstore

LARRY’S NEW & USED APPLIANCES

Spend $15 and receive a $10 Gift Card.

We are offering our “What’s For Dinner?” cooking demonstration at a value of $15 but the great news is that we’ll put dollars right back in your pocket by giving you a $10 President’s Choice gift card to spend in our stores! You’ll pick up great tips as you watch our chef in action, and you’ll receive the recipe, grocery list and of course, your $10 PC gift card!

When?

Every Wednesday 11am-12pm Working During the Day? Ask us about our monthly evening classes from 6pm-7pm….

Whether you’re a novice or a gourmet cook, our team of talented chefs will entertain you as they thrill your palates with delectable, but easy to prepare recipes you can use to impress your friends and family.

Also, Teen Classes (ages 11-16) Kids Classes (ages 2-11) We also host Birthday Parties and supply everything you need. Room rentals for sports groups, business groups, showers, babysitting courses, etc.

198 Main St., Unit 1, Wasaga Beach www.lar ysap liances.com • 705-429-2560

#25-45th Street Wasaga Beach 705-429-4315

Time to tire switch??

Spring is here!

BRICK HOUSE HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

For more details go to www.pccookingschool.wasagabeach@loblaw.ca

Call now to book your appointment! All makes and models.

DARCY MACLEOD, RHI, WETT, MCI, NCI

1227 MOSLEY STREET, WASAGA BEACH, ON 705-429-4488 www.autotechntire.ca

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DESTINATION STAYNER André Jewellers 7273 Highway 26, Stayner, ON | 705-517-0388

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We are Stayner’s Community Pharmacy Quick and Friendly Service, Gift Ideas throughout the Year, Excellent Customer Service.

{ Dazzling Selection of Diamond, Gold & Silver Jewellery }

Hair By Sue & Tanning Sue Nixon Owner/Stylist

Pharmacy Features and Services:

• Compliance packaging • One on one medication and wellness review • Easy prescription transfers • Disease State Counselling • Diabetes Training • Free Delivery (in-town)*

7296 Hwy 26 (Main St.) Stayner, ON L0M1S0 hairbysue3148@gmail.com Facebook/Hair By Sue

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7477 HIGHWAY 26, STAYNER www.PharmasaveStayner.com

705-428-4722

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705-352-3737

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Are you looking for a smile? Let us give you one of ours!

Call now for a FREE consultation!

Wasaga Beach Denture Clinic Carlos Melgarejo

House Calls, Nursing Home Visits & Implant Dentures Available 705-429-8474 • 1-888-531-6290 • 682 River Rd. West (Hwy. 92) Wasaga Beach www.wasagabeachdentureclinic.ca

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Dr. Redick | Dr. McLellan | Dr. Vreugdenhil | Tricia Kirby, Denturist OFFICE HOURS:

Tuesday ............9:00am - 8:00pm Wednesday.......8:00am - 8:00pm

Monday ............8:30am - 4:30pm

Thursday...........8:00am - 5:00pm Friday................8:00am - 3:00pm

Serving Wasaga Beach & Area since 1995!

587 River Road W., Suite 1, Wasaga Beach | 705-429-2255

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Carlos has been in the dental field for over 25 years, and he opened the Wasaga Beach Denture Clinic in 1993. When Carlos is not helping patients in the office or working in the lab, he is spending time with his wife and three boys.

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Take home your complimentary whitening kit today! (up to $400.00 value) for ONLINE BOOKINGS ONLY. (New patient exam, x-rays and

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Starting @ $9,999.00 (includes; exam, x-rays, implants, denture & lab fees) Access for online booking

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(705) 429-2000

Other Services Root Canal Therapy • Mercury Free Restorations Wisdom Teeth Removal • Same Day Crowns Orthodontics/Invisalign • Sedation Available • Kid Friendly

Book Online Now….. Just a Few Clicks Away!

1-1890 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach.

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES YOU TRUST!

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Certified Compression Stocking Fitters Orthopedic & Sports Braces Bathroom Safety Equipment Diabetic Training Ostomy Supplies Wound Care Products Certified Mastectomy Fitters Rental Equipment Walkers & Rollators (Government Funding) ADP Vendor Lift Chairs

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30 - 45th Street, Wasaga Beach 705-429-2515 Seniors Day 20% off every Wednesday

Your friendly neighbourhood pharmacy!

Your friendly neighbourhood pharmacy!

When did you last hear the birds chirp?

High frequency sounds - like bird chirps - are some of the first sounds we lose to hearing loss; the change can be so subtle and gradual, you may not even notice.

Call 705-352-3200 today and arrange your complimentary hearing test & free trial!

HERE TO HELP YOU HEAR! Unit 4- 1441 Mosley St. Wasaga Beach (Between Dominos Pizza & Georgian Circle Family Restaurant)

John Tindale, H.I.S. Hearing Instrument Specialist

705.352.3200 www.beachhearing.ca

JON PERLUS B.Sc., D.D.S., Perio., M.R.C.D.(c)

Periodontal and Dental Implant Surgeon

Specialist in tooth related gum and bone surgery Dental implants look and feel like natural teeth, offering comfort, security and confidence.

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ESTABLISHED IN

“We Love To Make You Smile” MEET OUR DENTURISTS

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Implant Retained Dentures Complete & Partial Dentures Same Day Relines & Repairs Mouthguards Lab On-Site New Patients Welcome

Kim Dadswell, DD

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Complimentary Consultations

Nursing Home & Hospital Visits + House Calls Available.

1-800-880-3750 72 Pine Street, Collingwood

705-445-0011

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It’s a music lover’s dream. The Peak to Shore Music Festival presents 35 concerts by top musicians for five days and all for free! Held in Collingwood, Blue Mountain Village and Thornbury, the Festival showcases performers ranging from the Skydiggers to the Elmer Isler Singers. Twelve venues include pubs and restaurants offering delicious accompaniments. July 17-19 6 p.m. July 20 1 p.m. July 21 12 p.m. Information at peaktoshore.ca

Canada Day Fest Tuck into a maple syrup and pancake breakfast in historic downtown Collingwood before strolling out to enjoy live music, outdoor patios, great food and waterfront activities. Bedazzle your cycle for the Canada Day Bike Parade and sample Canada Day birthday cake. Brilliant fireworks happen over the harbour on July 1.

June 29, 30 & July 1. For more information, call 705-445-5595.

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The King Returns to Collingwood

Gathering of the Classics

Perhaps you’re curious but haven’t gone yet, or are a major Elvis fan and wouldn’t miss it.

No matter, everyone will be all shook up at the 25th Annual Collingwood Elvis Festival on July 26-28. Top Elvis tribute artists will compete for a spot in the Grand Finals, but fans can hear King’s music performed all over town. 9 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. Tickets at collingwoodelvisfestival.com or tickets@ collingwoodelvisfestival.com.

Vintage wheels meet vintage wings at the 31st Gathering of the Classics, Canada’s largest classic car and plane event. Homebuilt and ultralight planes, jets and helicopters will land at historic Edenvale Aerodome in Stayner while classic motorcycles, ragtops and muscle cars cruise in. Take a flight in warbirds, jets and helicopters. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 5195 Hwy. 26 East, Stayner. For information, go to classicaircraft.ca.

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ALEXANDRIA Stationary Sofa featuring iCleanTM Fabric

A new collection of premium sofas, chairs and accents to create an eclectic mix that’s perfectly proportioned for modern living spaces, making you feel perfectly at home!

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