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Something for everyone

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Victorian-style door décor 10 HOMES FOR THE HOLIDAYS

A Wellington Village new build gets

decked out for a charity tour 14 INSTYLE

Tips from the pros on collecting

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Design trends from the CHEO

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Getting personal with the NAC’s

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A country Christmas

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EDITOR’S NOTE

“I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.”

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TO GIVE IS TO RECEIVE The holiday season brings a myriad of stressfull situations, so our gift guides seek to help alleviate some of the pressures of finding just the right gift for each person on your list. Our team has scoured the city looking for ideas to please everyone in your life, from the resident chef to the babysitter. While some of the legwork has been done within the pages of Ottawa At Home, there is still the need to attach careful thought to each gift.

I know that I am likely to be considered one of those hard-to-buy-for types!

Truthfully, I don’t hesitate to pick up what I need, when I need it, and have even been known to indulge in a few luxuries for myself when the whim hits. So deciding on a gift for me can be tricky, but I always appreciate the simple sentiment of a thoughtful gift that tells me someone was simply thinking of me.

The very best gifts are often not the most expensive or wrapped in the biggest package. Nothing tugs at my heart more than a gift that tells me that someone took time to consider my interests. Like most of you, I love the gift-giving aspect of the holiday season, but loathe the pressure of shopping for something with no meaning.

Insincere gifts are just that – empty tokens of money spent. I believe a gift giver gets far more than the recipient when thought plays a bigger part than the price.

A card with an expression that resonates with the recipient says so much; a playlist of meaningful songs; art that

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HOME Designer At Home

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Ernst Hupel is one of the two Hs in the design firm 2H Interior Design. He and his business partner Danielle Hannah are known for their sophisticated, high-style interiors and their firm is one of the most respected in the city.

As a regular designer for several years on the annual Homes for the Holidays tour to benefit Hospice Care Ottawa, Ernst has seen his share of holiday décor. He brings a warm and genuine approach to each of his tour clients to showcase their homes with the authenticity of a traditional Christmas, based on nostalgic warmth. He applies the same elements to decorating the home he shares with his two daughters Klara and Milena, and husband Michael Mancini.

TRADITION In his design work, Ernst seeks to enhance the existing space based on the elements that are already working for the client. The thoughtful designer believes that Christmas is about memories and tradition, which he seeks to preserve in holiday décor.

“It’s important to discover and work with elements that are meaningful to clients, rather than imposing my own tastes and

preferences on another person’s living space,” he says.

Stating that he would never say, “This year we are going silver and white,” he adds, “I like to make decisions based on items on hand that trigger an emotional, nostalgic response for the homeowners.” His ultimate joy comes when he hears his own children reminisce over past traditions.

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THIS PAGE, LEFT TO RIGHT: ERNST USES HYDRANGEAS FROM HIS GARDEN FOR THE BOUGH; SIMPLICITY OF THE GREENS HONOUR THE VICTORIAN ARCHITECTURE.; AN UNADORNED WREATH COMPLIMENTS THE ORNATE DOOR. FACING PAGE: DECORATED ENTRY MAKES A FESTIVE STATEMENT.

PERFECTLY IMPERFECT Ernst urges people not to feel the pressure of decorating for perfection over the holidays, and advises them to go for a look that speaks to the warmth and good cheer that is synonymous with the season.

Decorators are known to work with the concept of concentrating on three key areas, and Ernst applies this notion to his own holiday scheme. He will lavishly deck out only these three key spaces, while leaving the rest of the home as it is. His first priority is the front door, followed by the foyer stair rail and the tree, of course! Ernst cautions that over decorating a home can be exhausting to look at, and encourages maintaining some undecorated living space over the holiday season.

For his heritage home in Sandy Hill, built

in 1848, Ernst complemented the Victorian architectural detailing. He used cedar, dried hydrangea and upholstery-webbing tape to create a natural scheme for the ornate door, which is a work of art on its own. The clever designer creates his own swag using florist’s wire and artfully weaves the ribbon through it to create a tasteful display of vintage holiday décor.

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HOME Homes for the Holidays

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ARCHITECT ROD LAHEY DESIGNED OPEN SPACES WITH CONTEMPORARY WARMTH USING WHITE OAK DETAILING ON WALLS AND FLOORING; ARTWORK ON STAIRS BY SHARON BARR; FLORIST ELIZABETH YOUNG MIMICKED THE VALERIE BUTTERS PAINTING IN A FESTIVE FLORAL ARRANGEMENT

Decorated rooms in all shapes, sizes and styles are viewed on the annual tour of The Homes for the Holidays. The thrill of creative festive décor with imaginative themes attracts thousands of visitors who will be inspired by eight beautiful homes on this year’s three-day tour, November 18- 20.

A stunning new-build home in West Wellington Village is sure to delight visitors as they experience its soaring contemporary spaces bursting with fantastic floral creations. The homeowners had barely moved in when they were asked to participate, and the exterior construction was completed only weeks before the tour weekend. But they could not refuse the opportunity to support the popular fundraising event for Hospice Care Ottawa, which they believe is a cause dear to everyone’s heart.

One member of the home-owning couple is not only proud to open her new family home to benefit the Ottawa community, but is also thrilled to showcase the designing talents of those involved in the tour. She praised the spectacular work of Elizabeth Young, the owner of Flowers HOLIDAY 2016 ottawaathome.ca 11

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ENTERTAINING SPACES

THIS PAGE: THE DINING ROOM LIGHT FIXTURE IS A CONTEMPORARY WORK OF ART, FROM MARCHAND ELECTRIC; A PAINTING BY LORI RICHARDS FROM WALL SPACE GALLERY HOLDS A PROMINENT FRONT ENTRANCE LOCATION; COFFEE TABLE IS FROM ARTEMANO, FLOWERS TALK TIVOLI CREATED THE NATURAL ARRANGEMENT FACING PAGE CLOCKWISE: KITCHEN DESIGNED BY FRIEDEMANN WEINHARDT, DESIGN FIRST KITCHENS;

“We wanted to play off the geometrical shapes in the home and furnishings with an industrial feel that has a rustic element to it. We brought in metals, succulents and plants, as well as colours influenced by the home’s amazing collection of art.” — ELIZABETH YOUNG, FLORIST Talk Tivoli in Westboro, who along with her team of florists, was busy decorating two of the holiday homes this year. Elizabeth explained that while the other home is quite traditional, this ultra-contemporary home with an open layout required an innovative, outside the box approach.

“We wanted to play off the geometrical shapes in the home and furnishings with an industrial feel that has a rustic element to it,” says Elizabeth. “We brought in metals, succulents and plants, as well as colours influenced by the home’s amazing collection of art,” which she adds includes a gorgeous painting of French tulips in the living room and cherry blossoms in the family room.

FESTIVE FLAIR IN ACTION Inside the elevated entry, there are striking sightlines into the main living area ahead, the dining room to the left, and a see-

through staircase on the right. To kick-off the excitement of holiday décor, a tall white Christmas tree stands on the lower staircase landing, showered with natural light from high windows. In the dining room, a spectacular arrangement demands attention; while the pedestal dining table set with white linens, chargers and a magnificent floral centrepiece, is guaranteed to get the festive juices flowing.

For a more traditional feel, a giant Christmas tree in the living room is decorated with gold and metallic ornaments, and surrounded with luxuriously wrapped gifts. The fireplace is adorned with a rich magnolia and greenery garland that pools on the floor. A bouquet of French tulips to highlight the artwork, mercury-glass candle holders, little metal trees and more distinctive ornaments, all work together to add layers of festive flavour

to the room.

In the sleek kitchen, a trio of metallic lighting fixtures from Marchand Electric hang over the marble island and defines the cool, clean lines of the space. Below sits a natural arrangement of fruits and vegetables that include burgundy pomegranates, green artichokes and chestnuts, arranged in a chunky metal container. They combine to enhance the food and cooking theme with contemporary elements.

For the family area in the great room, Elizabeth introduced lots of wood and candles in whites and greens with a punch of purple to add texture and warmth to the neutral décor of the open space. In the corner, she set up a natural branch tree in blonde drift wood for a touch of California holiday style.

To complete the holiday scene, even the backyard porch mimics the interior by featuring geometrical metal shapes and hanging festive arrangements. Inside and out, the warm and welcoming home is ready to celebrate the season.

In fact, Elizabeth suggested that the family should fully enjoy their lavishly decorated spaces and throw an early Christmas party right after the weekend tour is finished. She is just a powerhouse of great ideas!

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THE ART OF COLLECTING & DISPLAYING ART

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

When collecting art is your profession as well as your passion, it’s likely to be reflected in your personal space. This is evident in the private home collection of Terry Koyman and his wife Caroline.

While Terry is the director of Koyman Galleries, a family business started by his father 50 years ago, his wife is the “minister of the interior,” and they cleverly combine their love of art and home décor.

After recently renovating their house from top to bottom, they took the opportunity to review their artwork collection and showcase their more current tastes. Terry explains that he loves several artists and Caroline has her

own favourites, but they both adhere to the same concept of collecting art in the home: buy what you love!

When advising new clients on the process of buying art or starting a collection, Terry encourages them to walk through the gallery of about 170 artists and take note of who stands out to them. “After narrowing it down to 10 or 15 artists, chances are they are all going to have a similar look,” he says.

Buying and collecting art is an emotional process not to be dictated by décor, but it’s always a bonus if the artwork complements your wall colours or furnishings at home. Having a connection to a painting enables your

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eye to integrate it into a room setting and fit your space. A white backdrop is ideal for hanging art and is the colour scheme to which Terry and Caroline both gravitate.

Their vibrant collection stands out beautifully on the white walls and all white décor in their home.

While Terry admires Caroline’s affinity for floral paintings, his art preferences are slightly different, so they take the same approach to collecting art as Terry offers to his gallery clients: “If you are buying as a couple, we go with the philosophy that one has to absolutely love the painting and the other one has to like it. It’s not common for a couple to love the same piece of art, but once it is in your home environment, that like will grow. You will see more depth to it, more quality, more nuances, and once you live with it for a week it rarely goes back!”

When it comes to collecting art, Terry advises against buying as an investment and to think of artwork as a potential family heirloom to pass on for your children to enjoy. He notes that, hopefully, the art will increase in value which often happens when an artist passes away. But his message is consistently to buy art for personal tastes and a fondness for the work.

To display art in their home, as opposed to gallery walls, the Koymans go for an uncluttered look that highlights individual paintings. They never hang artwork in groups or mix different artists on one wall. Large pieces are hung on large walls, and as all painting are either square or rectangular, Terry emphasizes the need for art to be proportionate to the shape of the wall – whether large or small.

He also believes that every wall should showcase a painting, even those in unusual and unique locations. “We have a triangular space under our staircase, and filled it with a large painting that fits perfectly. Art can be placed on any unusually angled wall, and generally should be hung four to eight inches above a piece of furniture.”

Trends in framing have caught up with the Koyman’s philosophy of placing the emphasis on the art and showcasing it as a personal expression. Today, low-profile float frames and unframed canvasses have replaced ornate framing styles. It’s a simpler approach that Terry supports to ensure that the merits of your art collection are displayed to full advantage.

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The first language that Alexander Shelley, music director of the National Arts Centre Orchestra, heard was music. It was everpresent in his life in London, England, where his mother Hilary MacNamara was a celebrated concert pianist, as was his conductor father Howard. As a grandson of the talented cellist and great-grandson of an organist, it was inevitable that music ran in Alexander’s blood.

Never pushed by his parents who wanted him to have a broad education, he felt all paths were open to him. At Westminster School he studied physics and humanities, played the cello, sang in the choir and conducted a chamber orchestra

he founded at 14. After high school, he attended the Royal College of Music and furthered his studies in Germany where he completed two degrees as a cellist and a conductor.

In 2005, he won the Leeds Conductors Competition and his life-long dream of becoming a conductor was realized. At the age of thirty, he became chief conductor at Nürnberger Symphoniker, its youngest ever principal conductor, and was named the principal associate conductor of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in 2015.

Alexander has been the NAC’s enthusiastic and dynamic music director since last year, and although his home base is London where his wife Zoe lives, Ottawa

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has become a real home for him. He feels very connected to the city and its people, and appreciates the culture, restaurants and spectacular scenery. As the capital of a G7 country, he marvels that Ottawa is less than ten minutes from the purest of nature in the Gatineau Hills. When he speaks of Ottawa in his travels, he is careful not to promote it too much as it’s become his utopia and a peaceful sanctuary from the rigorous demands of his schedule.

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from the composers, from the music that I study. Who they were and how beautifully they crafted the work that we perform. I also get inspired by the world class musicians that I work with. Ottawa’s orchestra has some of the finest musicians in the world. It is a genuine privilege to be able to lead them, perform and rehearse with them. I want to make sure that the orchestra is maintaining its excellent standards and always improving.

WHAT PART OF YOUR CAREER DO YOU MOST ENJOY? I get to travel around the world and immerse myself in different cultures. People share the same human instincts even if their cultures are different. I work with people very directly in a visceral sense, as I am face-to-face with the orchestra I am conducting. Whether it is Japan, Korea, Australia, Russia, Europe or South America, when it comes to working on music you can see into people’s souls, which is very rewarding.

HOW EXCITING ARE THE CHANGES BEING MADE TO THE NAC? I couldn’t be more excited about the rejuvenation plans for the complete transformation of the building. Southam Hall’s interior has just been completed and we have already noticed a big change in the acoustics. In two years, there will be a new acoustic shell around the orchestra which will be the final icing on the cake.

The original architect turned the building towards the canal because he thought that a marina would be built, but it was not. The new plans have the glass building oriented around, showcasing an open square so that people feel like they are looking in on art being performed. The new NAC will become a beating heart in the centre of the city for everyone to come and enjoy.

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“Sleep is my indulgence.”

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WHAT DOES YOUR FUTURE HOLD? I hope only positive things but

of vital importance in a conductor. If you can marry together excellent technique, body language, a deep commitment and understanding of the music, then you are on a good path. I like to talk about music and want people to have a wonderful experience. The last thing I try and do is tell them how to listen, but I like to point out things that fascinate me. We are on a journey together.

I am sure that there will be hurdles. I am so excited about my relationship with this orchestra. I really can’t wait for what comes in the next few years. Looking at 2017, we have the sesquicentennial which will include wonderful celebrations for us all. 2019 brings the 50th anniversary of the orchestra. We are in exciting times.

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HOME Style Defined

COUNTRY CHRISTMAS

BY MARY TAGGART

A country Christmas stirs up memories of Christmases past and can inject itself into a variety of décor styles, simply because the season is open to bending rules.

Flowers Talk Tivoli used a locally-sourced spruce tree to create this country Christmas theme. The well-spaced, sparse branches lend themselves to homespun ornaments that are an integral part of this style of holiday décor. Clear lights are preferred to make visual room for the plentiful décor elements.

Combine the traditional red and green colour scheme with neutral tones to allow for a crafty approach to decorating. Hand-stamped gift wrap, bold ribbons, bows and garlands, as well as toys, are all a part of country-style holiday décor.

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HOME Entertaining

ENTERTAINING IN STYLE

BY MARY TAGGART PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

Setting the table for holiday entertaining with perfection means bringing out treasured heirlooms and meaningful décor. Local florists bring the extra flair to creating memorable tablescapes.

ARRANGING THE HANUKKAH TABLE INCLUDES ELEMENTS OF BLUE AND SILVER, ALONG WITH SEASONAL TRINKETS, TO ADD SOMETHING SPECIAL TO EACH PLACE SETTING. PRETTY POTS FLOWER SHOP INCLUDED WOODSY ELEMENTS IN THE FLORAL DISPLAY.

ARTISTIC LANDSCAPE DESIGNS INTRODUCED SEASONAL FRUIT INSPIRATIONS TO ADD SPICE TO EACH PLACE SETTING FOR THIS HOLIDAY TABLE.

DESIGNER JANISE SAIKALEY ADDED A TOUCH OF WHIMSY WITH A MONKEY SCULPTURE SET AMONGST THE ELEGANT FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS, CREATED BY MOOD MOSS.

TRADITIONAL ROSES AND GREENERY FROM TRILLIUM FLORAL DESIGNS COMPLEMENT HEIRLOOM DISHES ON THIS TABLE SET FOR CHRISTMAS DINNER.

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HOME Holiday Style

AMERICAN GREETINGS WITH CANADIAN INSPIRATION

BY MARY TAGGART PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

Lornado, the official residence of the United States Ambassador to Canada, is home to Bruce Heyman and his wife Vicki. The architecture of the century-old home is Georgian in style with Edwardian influences, and it creates an elegant backdrop for classic-style holiday décor.

Vicki Heyman takes an active role in decorating the home for the holidays. She designed the light globes that are scattered around the exterior of the house, which

sits grandly on a spectacular Rockcliffe Village property overlooking the Ottawa River.

“The design is inspired by glistening snow balls and visual images of handmade light spheres. I designed and created these light elements in Chicago, and the talented grounds staff at Lornado worked closely with me on overall design and holiday installation,” says Vicki, who enjoys the festive decorating. “We look forward to

decorating our home and the grounds of the residence each year for the holidays.

The design creates a beautiful, timeless celebration of the season.”

The door décor plays up the symmetry and architectural detailing of the home.

Including snowshoes in the arrangement of local, seasonal greenery offers a tribute to Canadian culture and environment.

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HOME Builder’s Insider

CREATIVE EXPRESSION

BY MARY TAGGART PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

Bruce Nicol and his brother Ian manage Tartan Homes, which is a family business founded by their father Wes Nicol. In addition to running a respected home building operation, the Nicol family is known for supporting the community, often with a leaning towards the arts.

Bruce notes that artistic talent is in his genes and states, “there are lots of artists in our family going back many generations, both visual artists and musicians.” This family talent is the catalyst for The Findlay Creek Art Collection, an event held in Tartan’s Findlay Creek model homes to showcase the work of local artists within the livable space of a new home. Bruce shared his philosophy on bringing artwork into a new space with Ottawa At Home.

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO HOST THIS EVENT? As a new-home builder, we spend a lot of time and effort trying to get our model homes decorated just right. This includes selecting the appropriate artwork, and hanging it to its best possible advantage. The artwork we select is generally a safe choice. It’s pretty, and integrates with the surrounding furnishings and colours. But for most of us, this is not the primary reason for selecting art.

WHAT CAN VISITORS EXPECT WITH THIS EVENT? The artworks we are displaying are more noticeable, more interesting, perhaps more provocative than the art which is normally hanging in model homes. Visitors can play around with what it feels like to hang original artwork in a pretend home. They get a chance to consider how high, how big, and how much the artwork integrates within the surrounding furnishings. If people have never considered hanging the works of contemporary, local artists, our

hope is that the Findlay Creek Art Collection will help them to consider this idea seriously.

WHAT DO YOU THINK YOUR CLIENTS GAIN FROM THE EVENT? Visitors will have some fun playing around with different ideas on how art can be displayed. I think it will broaden people’s ideas about the kind of art they might like.

WHAT ARE YOUR PERSONAL THOUGHTS ON BRINGING ART INTO YOUR HOME? I remember moving into my first home.

My housemates and I spent a fair bit of time wondering about what art to hang on our walls. I recall wondering about the tradition. Why hang art at all and for what purpose? Is it simply about home decorating, or is it an attempt to express something? Perhaps we hang photos of loved ones, or hang a painting done by a relative or friend. On some level, we wish to have each piece of art express something about ourselves.

As we go through life, it is certain that our tastes in art will change. There are all kinds of reasons. Ways of Seeing by John Berger is an excellent book about the traditions and reasons for hanging art in our homes.

WHY DO YOU FEEL THAT IT’S IMPORTANT TO DECORATE/DESIGN A HOME WITH ART IN MIND? Pretty much every home has art hanging on the walls. I think if you entered a home that had no art on the walls, it would seem strange. The Findlay Creek Art Collection might help people think a little bit more about this. I

GENERAL INFORMATION WHO: Artists on display include Crystal Beshara, Erin Thibault-Morphy, Bar Zuchowicz, Alison Fowler, David Jones and Sandy Sharkey.

WHERE: 120 Helen Rapp Way, Tartan Model Homes, Findlay Creek Community.

WHEN: Oct 27-Nov 27, Monday-Thursday 1-8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 12-5 p.m.

think it’s good to ask oneself, why do I want to hang art on the wall? There will be numerous answers. They are all worth considering.

WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR NEW HOMEBUYERS ON BRINGING ARTWORK INTO NEW HOME SPACE? Think outside the box to expand the possibilities of what might work really well in your home.

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HOME Capital Colours

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RICH & REGAL PURPLE Purple: It’s the colour of royalty with calming influences, and is set to be the next hot topic for décor. Recently, Benjamin Moore named Shadow, a deep lilac shade, as its 2017 Colour of the Year.

When purple reigns, it’s a sure sign that good things are to come in the world of style and décor. In its true form, purple is rich and regal and calls for confidence in decorating and dressing. The colour is a statement

of authority, while remaining slightly mysterious with an air of serenity.

Colours like yellow and green complement purple and liven up the somber shade, but a strong balance of white or neutral tones should be kept to guarantee that purple maintains its strength. A good dose of purple is the ideal way to add colour without creating chaos, as it ensures a restful space with personality.

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LIVING My Way

AN ARTIST’S CALLING

BY ALEXIA NAIDOO PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

Lydia Pepin knew all along she had a creative impulse, but she didn’t make the leap to follow her passion until her midtwenties.

“Even as a child I was always drawing and painting. I was more interested in art than sitting at a desk and doing math,” says Lydia. But at school no one was supportive of this budding passion. “I grew up with everyone pushing me away from art.”

After graduating with a communications degree from the University of Ottawa, Lydia

got a job in the government which left her unfulfilled. “I was surrounded by wonderful people and the job was interesting. But I just had this creative beast inside of me that was stifled.”

She then had what she calls her quarterlife crisis. “It was my birthday. I was sitting at work in my cubicle, and I thought, what am I doing? I decided I had to take a chance – that I’d rather starve to death and do what I love than just be miserable for the rest of my life.” She adds, “Everyone thought I was

completely out of my mind when I left my government job, but I’ve never regretted it.”

Lydia learned about drawing and sculpting in a 3D animation program, and explains, “animation is really the Old Masters’ way. You put a lot of work into the light, the framing, the composition. You have a short amount of time to tell a story, so it has to be compelling.”

Working in Ottawa studios included making animation for cartoons with the Kratt Brothers Company (makers of the Emmy-award winning children’s show Zoboomafoo) and Jam Filled. Although Lydia found a creative outlet working at the animation studios, there was still something missing for her.

“As much as I was surrounded by wonderfully talented and creative people, you don’t get to express yourself as much working for someone else.” So she started

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to paint in her spare time and decided to make the leap to being a full-time artist.

Lydia was drawn to portraiture with an” old-school” style of painting. “I’ve always loved observing people. There’s something wonderful about just studying someone and capturing everything that is unfolding in front of you to tell a story.”

In a very fortuitous turn of events, Lydia was approached by Mayor Jim Watson’s office with a commission for a portrait of the Ottawa’s mayor. She’s not sure exactly how they came to know about her, but suspects someone may have seen her work at the Art in the Park exhibition.

She was excited but nervous at the prospect of creating such an important

painting. “I don’t want to just paint someone’s physical appearance. I want to capture their essence, the spark of light they have in their eyes. That requires time and focus,” says the artist, who took over 160 hours to complete the Mayor’s portrait.

Lydia says Mayor Watson was a very approachable and likeable subject to paint.

“Despite his stature, he’s a very modest man and that’s what I wanted to capture.”

To save him sitting for hours, Lydia interviewed him and then held an extensive photo shoot, noting, “I don’t paint from one photo in particular – I combine them to tell the whole story.” The large 3x4 foot oil painting now hangs in Ottawa City Hall.

Having had such a wonderful start to

her painting career, Lydia is thrilled to be embracing her creative side and is now looking to other projects. These include an exhibition of new works at Grounded Kitchen & Coffeehouse, opening on December 10.

The artist admits there have been nervewracking moments and says, “there’s no secret recipe written somewhere on how to do this, but there’s no doubt in my mind that I made the right choice.” Now Lydia can paint for a twelve hour stretch and not realize the time. She adds, “When you love something so much it’s very engaging. I’m definitely doing what I’m meant to do.”

“It was my birthday. I was sitting at work in my cubicle, and I thought, what am I doing?

I decided I had to take a chance – that I’d rather starve to death and do what I love than just be miserable for the rest of my life. Everyone thought I was completely out of my mind when I left my government job, but I’ve never regretted it.”

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LIVING Profile

“For me, Christmas is a time of magic and of mystery. It is a holiday that is not necessarily about giving and receiving, but instead about sharing and celebrating the birth of Christ.”

— RAYMOND TREMPLAY, A.K.A SANTA CLAUS

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BELIEVE!

BY CHLOE E. GIRVAN PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

If you have ever believed in Santa Claus, meeting Raymond Tremblay might leave you thinking he is the real deal. Beyond the requisite blue eyes and authentic beard, there is a feeling that surrounds this 71-yearold gentleman, making you want to draw close, confide and seek comfort.

For almost a decade, Raymond has served as Santa at the CF Rideau Centre.

He claims to park his sleigh and reindeer at Ottawa’s International Airport, and ride an OC Transpo bus into town with his suit concealed in a small suitcase. Children inquiring about the whereabouts of his legendary transportation mode are told that the partial glass roof of the Rideau Centre makes attempting a landing far too risky.

Raymond, a Franco-Canadian Métis, hails from Timmins, Ontario and is the youngest of thirteen children. He grew up in a three-bedroom house with outdoor plumbing. Raymond’s parents ran a bustling general store and his mother played Mrs. Claus at the church. When asked how he remembers Christmas as a child, Raymond sighs, “Oh it was wonderful. Our large family gathered for a party with tourtiere, sugar pie and attendance at midnight mass. My first gifts were fruit, candy and a little grey

toy mule. The next year my brother and I received matching toy trucks. We were poor but happy.”

It is very clear that family and love have molded Raymond into the ideal St. Nick. To see his blue eyes twinkle, ask about his two boys, their wives and adored grandsons. For a signature jolly laugh, ask him to tell the story of when his sister Della fell down the outhouse. If a rosy-cheeked blush is what you seek, bring up Louise, the love of his life.

Raymond’s professional choices have also prepared him well to fill Santa’s boots.

After deciding that the priesthood was not his calling, he received a masters degree in social work from Carleton University, and worked with the Children’s Aid Society and in mental health settings for many years. He first played Santa while working at Ottawa’s Shepherds of Good Hope and has also suited up for Canada Post, The Humane Society and private functions. His skills as a published writer and poet make his ability to connect palpable.

After chatting at length with Raymond, one can conclude that for many, Santa is an oracle to the possibility of receiving magic.

While children still ask Santa for tangible items, such as toys, dolls, electronics and even a train for a loved pet rat, Raymond has noticed a shift in the past few years towards asking for things that cannot be bought.

He shares warm stories of a young woman wanting better heart health for her mother, students wishing for world peace, a son asking for his mom to find true love, and many requests to bring poorer families a better Christmas.

Raymond also remembers with a laugh a sassy 81-year-old woman who plunked down on his lap and said, “Santa, my husband recently passed away. Could you bring me a new man?”

The delights of playing Santa include meeting international students from different cultures, races and religions, and seeing the same children return year after year. Memorable meetings with Ottawa’s Mayor Jim Watson, Max Keeping, former Cabinet Minister Peter Mackay and his human-rights activist wife Nazanin AfshinJam, have all been documented in cherished stories and photos.

Although most love a trip to see Santa, some children can become frightened or reluctant once they arrive. Raymond encourages parents and caregivers to let kids decide how close they wish to come, and assures them that Santa has a few tricks for getting that special photo without upsetting little ones. One of his favorite and trademark poses shows him feigning sleep while holding a napping newborn.

Raymond believes that his treasured role of playing Santa is God’s way of giving him a gift. His love of Christmas also goes deeper than his love of snow, winter and beyond a tireless taste for candy canes. “For me, Christmas is a time of magic and of mystery.

It is a holiday that is not necessarily about giving and receiving, but instead about sharing and celebrating the birth of Christ.”

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LIVING Giving Back

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JOHN PETERS THROWS A PARTY BECAUSE HE CARES

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.”

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@CATHERINEJCLARK PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

No matter what holiday you will be celebrating in the coming weeks, chances are good that food will play a central role in the festivities.

Hearty meals form a cornerstone of family memories for those of us fortunate enough to have well-stocked cupboards.

However, there are far too many people in Ottawa who spend each day hungry – holiday or not – and one man with a very big heart has set out to change that.

It all started with a Christmas party hosted at the home of John Peters, who has been a volunteer board member since 1993 at the Shepherds of Good Hope,

Ottawa’s largest not-for-profit organization dedicated to the needs of the homeless and impoverished. John’s party just kept getting bigger until one year his friend, Paul Turner, suggested he turn the event into a fundraiser for the organization.

John took that advice, and started charging $20 at the door before he and Paul decided to kick it up a notch. Why not start another fundraiser where they invite fewer people, charge more, and offer a five-course meal prepared by the city’s best chefs, who donate their food and time?

And so the Grinch Dinner, named for the grumpy Dr. Seuss character whose heart grows three sizes one Christmas, was born and has so far raised over one hundred thousand dollars. John and Paul also prove that the size of their own hearts

knows no bounds, as they cover the cost of the venue, staff and bar service, out of their own pockets.

“Every single penny goes to the Shepherds of Good Hope,” notes John.

He describes the multiple programs they offer to Ottawa’s neediest community members as including a separate men’s and women’s shelter, a managed alcohol program, a women’s special-care program, plus transitional housing and supportive living.

“We’re much more than a soup kitchen. We serve the hardest to serve – those not welcome at other shelters,” John says, adding that the Shepherds of Good Hope welcomes about 1700 people every day. “Our approach is to show respect to the most vulnerable.”

When asked why he has stayed involved in the organization for all these years, John’s reply is simple. “It’s almost an impossible place to leave when you see the empathy and compassion we get from the Ottawa community.” And when you combine that with the tremendous generosity shown by those involved in the Grinch Dinner, John has clearly found a recipe for success.

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CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE December 11, 2 pm – 7 pm, Petawawa Share in this enchanting annual event with the whole family at the Petawawa Heritage Village and experience traditional life in early Canada. Visit with Santa and his sleigh in the stable, pop by the Leder Haus to make gingerbread, enjoy roasting marshmallows over a campfire at the Trapper Cabin, and sing along with carollers. Info: www. petawawaheritagevillage.com.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS December 2, 6 pm, Perth Presented by the Downtown Heritage Perth BIA, the fun begins with music, food to warm your belly, and a roaring bonfire beside the Crystal Palace, followed by fireworks and a spectacular display of uniquely decorated Christmas trees. Info: www.downtownperthbia.ca.

LIGHT UP THE NIGHT December 2, 7 pm, Almonte Join an audience of thousands under the stars for one of Canada’s largest outdoor Christmas shows, featuring Wayne Rostad and friends. Festivities begin at 7 pm, and end with the Light Up ceremony and a merry fireworks display above the Mississippi River Falls. Info: www.lightupthenightalmonte.com.

O CHRISTMAS TREE: CELEBRATE OUTSIDE CEDAR HILL TREE FARM November 12 - December 24, Pakenham Each year, families make the trip to Pakenham in search of the perfect Christmas tree. Tractor and wagon rides will take you to the field to cut the tree of your choice, and when you return to the post and beam shop, you’re invited to take pictures, enjoy the sledding hill, cozy up by the stone fireplace, or have lunch at the Claus Cafe. Info: www. cedarhillchristmastreefarm.com.

KINTAIL COUNTRY CHRISTMAS Saturday, December 10, 11 am – 3 pm, Mill of Kintail Conservation Area Bundle up for a day outside and create extraspecial memories as you explore just some of the 154 acres that surround the historic Mill of Kintail. Enjoy wagon rides, a naturefocused scavenger hunt, holiday music, crafts, photos with Santa and stories by the fire. Plus, kids can explore the Children-only gift shop run by the North Lanark Regional Museum, where they can buy for mom or dad without breaking the piggy bank. Info: www.mvc.on.ca.

HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS: CHRISTMAS PARADES

NORTH POLE EXPRESS December 3, 1 pm - 5 pm, Smith Falls All aboard at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario! Hop on a Christmas caboose for a ride along snowy tracks and meet characters from the North Pole, then come inside and warm up with some of Mrs. Claus’ famous hot chocolate. Santa will roll into the station by train for photos and tasty treats. Info: www.rmeo.org.

Children of all ages will delight in the array of dazzling floats and marching bands that travel along the main streets of the Ottawa Valley. Here are just some of the holiday parades to consider where you just might catch a glimpse of the jolly ‘ol man himself!

PUPPETS UP! “A CHRISTMAS CAROL” December 16 & 17, 7:30 pm, Almonte With their apologies to Charles Dickens, Puppets Up brings to life a very special puppet production, based on the classical Christmas tale at the Almonte Old Town Hall.

PAKENHAM – Santa Claus Parade and Celebration December 3

CARLETON PLACE – Candy Land Christmas Parade Saturday, November 26 PERTH – Perth and District Children’s Santa Claus Parade of Lights, December 3

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BEAUTY Gift Guide

WELL GROOMED GIFTING

BY MELISSA SHABINSKY

Luxurious beauty comes in the form of this Bobby Brown brush set, $185 at Nordstrom, Rideau Centre.

Style & Beauty expert @melshabinsky

Purple and gold are a hot combination this season.

Tarte Eyelash Duo offers high style at an affordable price, $22 at Sephora, Rideau Centre.

Davines offers help for hair with Your Hair Assistant Shampoo, $40 and Blow Dry Primer, $38 at Rinaldo Hair Designers & Spa, 90 George St.

Mistura Beauty’s incredible C-2-P Complexion Corrector blends moisturizing benefits with amazing coverage results! One shade works for all skin tones. Available at Rexall, misturabeauty.com.

This local product keeps women fresh, under arms, under breasts and under the belt. Under Carriage Coconut Lime deodorant sells for $24, shopcallbetty.com

Have fun with a book full of recipes for creating your own Scrubs, Rubs, Masks and Bathbombs. Find the Eco Beauty book, $22.99, at The Cuckoo’s Nest, 291 Richmond Rd.

An exclusive stem-cell skincare system by LIFELINE makes a luxurious gift.

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LIVING Street Scene

WE WHISK YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS So many memories are made by baking for loved ones around the holidays. It causes us to slow down and really savour the season. Whether you recreate the same family recipe each year, experiment with new ones or just love being on the receiving end, freshly-baked holiday treats are a big part of the tradition.

We caught up with five local bakers to discover the favourite treats that they will be baking for their loved ones this holiday season.

“Being able to feed people and make them feel warm and comforted is always such a treat. Around the holidays even more so, because of all the fun recipes you get to try.

My all-time favourite treat to make for the holidays? Vegan eggnog cupcakes, and of course anything with candy cane.”

— JOSEPHINE, BAKER AT LITTLE JO BERRY’S IN WELLINGTON WEST

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PHOTOGRAPHY AND TEXT BY KATIE HESSION

@YOWCITYSTYLE

“This Thanksgiving, I worked out a new recipe for cheesy-apple pie with sharp cheddar shredded into the dough for the crust, and a bit of smoked cheddar mixed into the filling. I love the traditional dishes of the season, but I never feel satisfied unless I’ve put some sort of spin on them to make them my own.”

“My favourite treat to make around the holidays is a German sweet bread called Stollen. It is full of nuts and fruit and marzipan, brushed in melted butter, and tossed in icing sugar. It is intricate to make and requires lots of patience and skill. It is the perfect challenge and the rewards are stunning.”

—DAN, BAKER AT LIFE OF PIE IN OLD OTTAWA SOUTH

— JESSICA, BAKER AT BREAD BY US IN HINTONBURG

“At Christmas, I always try to make my mother’s shortbread cookies. One year, I made her show me exactly how she made them, even taking precise notes. To this day, I still can’t do them as good as her. Despite having over 20-years experience as a pastry chef, my mother still puts me to shame. She is the original Overlord.”

“Baking from scratch is something that has been passed down through the generations in my family since my grandmother went to culinary school in the 1920s. Being Quebecois, we of course make tourtiere and sugar pies around the holidays. I love now seeing my two sons becoming part of the tradition.”

— MICHAEL, BAKER AT HOLLAND’S CAKE AND SHAKE IN HINTONBURG

— MICHOU, BAKER AT ART-IS-IN BAKERY

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LIVING Gifts for Kids

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Whether it’s a full room makeover or a few items to complete your vision, we’ll help you fall in love with your home - for the first time or all over again!

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Interior & Exterior Painting, 30+ yrs knowledge & experience.

Quality, detailed workmanship, trusted & reliable. Contact us for a free estimate.

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Refined Rooms

Kim Dingwall, The Stittsville Stager, creates beautifully refined rooms for selling or living. She is assists with accessory selection and placement.

Well known for excellent customer service and value.

No project is too small to make beautiful!

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Paint & Paper Ottawa Home Painting

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality painting work with the best possible service to our customers.

30 years now serving the Ottawa area!

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Tripp Trapp® Chair. The chair that grows with the child.™ The ideal high chair brings baby right into the family table. $329.99, Baby enRoute, 416 Richmond Rd.

Hay Design

Providing professional design services for over 12 years. We offer a full range of services including new construction, renovation, furniture planning, and much more! Visit our inspiring home furnishings & Design center in beautiful downtown Perth! info@haydesign.ca (613)201-9119 www.shophaydesign.com www.haydesign.ca

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Winter fun seekers of all ages ride the slopes on the peppermint snow tube.

Tag Along toys, Signature Centre, Kanata and Blue Heron Mall

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Get a little high tech with your hair with the Thermal Styling Brush from PYT, $150, pythair.com.

DESIGNERS, PAINTERS, ELECTRICIANS, HANDYMAN, CONTRACTORS AND OTHER DESIGN INDUSTRY TRADESPEOPLE THE BLACKBOOK IS AN IDEAL OPPORTUNITY TO REACH NEW CLIENTS! TO BOOK YOUR AD IN OTTAWA AT HOME’S BLACKBOOK, DESIGN INDUSTRY RESOURCE GUIDE, CONTACT SHANE BELKNAP, SHANE@OTTAWAATHOME.CA

For the Sens fan and saver, bring home the Ottawa Senators Piggy Bank from Game On! $29.99 at St Laurent.

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LIVING Gifts for Home

Brighten someone’s day with this Mug from Paper Destiny, $19.95 at St Laurent.

A globe that does double duty and works as a bar cart too is ideal for the globetrotter on your list. $395, World of Maps, 1191 Wellington St.

Art collectors are sure to enjoy Kelly Grace’s date night series, from Wall Space Gallery, 358 Richmond Rd. Acrylic, mixed media on 4x6 inch panel piece, sells for $60 each.

Decorating buffs will love artfullydesigned brass candleholders from the Artistic Boutique & Art Gallery, $69.95, 2079 Bank Place (inside Artistic Landscape).

Distinctive Wordworking has fine pens like this maple burl rollerpen for the discerning writer. Pens can be made to suit price points from $30-$150. Givopoly, ETSY, and distinctivewoodworking.ca

A box of gourmet delights with local flavour is an ideal hostess gift, starting at $40, Givopoloy.com.

Gardeners will relish a glass garden globe, $65 from Flowers Talk Tivoli, 282 Richmond Rd.

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— ADVERTORIAL —

ZAK’S DINER: LOCALLY WORLD FAMOUS

Ottawa eatery celebrates 30 years of delicious success

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n 1986, the diner craze was strong across North America and Ottawa was more than ready to embrace this popular comfort food trend. Spotting the opportunity, John Borsten helped found Zak’s Diner, a proud local business celebrating 30 years of success in 2016. “From the beginning, I knew I wanted to create a place that had delicious, dependable food plus a fun atmosphere,” says John. “While we are constantly looking at ways to do things better, we’ve tinkered very little with the original formula, other than expanding from our initial 30 seats to 120. I think that’s one of the biggest reasons Zak’s is still going strong after three decades.”

Sole owner of the restaurant for the past 20 years, John has deep roots in the Ottawa restaurant scene. He is a co-owner of the Metropolitain Brasserie and The Grand Pizzeria, and has been involved in numerous other successful ventures, yet he’s always maintained a huge soft spot for Zak’s. “It’s my first and I’d say it’s also my favourite,” confirms the genial restaurateur. “I like the way I approached Zak’s from a business perspective

and really turned it around. I’ve watched Zak’s grow and thrive. It’s a fun spot that has never tried to be trendy and through it all we are consistently one of the busiest restaurants in the city.”

“ZAK’S IS A FUN SPOT THAT HAS NEVER TRIED TO BE TRENDY AND THROUGH IT ALL WE ARE CONSISTENTLY ONE OF THE BUSIEST RESTAURANTS IN THE CITY.” — John Borsten “People might be looking for new things, new flavours, but in this business the minute you start chasing what’s trendy, it means your menu will become dated. My philosophy with Zak’s has been to emphasize the classics like traditional Eggs Benny, great coffee, fantastic milkshakes

(so fantastic, in fact, that we serve 65,000 of them every year at our downtown location alone) and burgers (44,000 of them each year). This is a conscious choice and a huge part of our success.

People come back again and again because they know they can rely on our food and, of course, our legendary service.

“Over the years we’ve employed approximately 1000 people, many of them for a long time,” notes John, citing the fact that Zak’s has had the same head chef for 25 years. “We value all our employees and I have to say that our servers round out the whole Zak’s experience – they are energetic, social, cheerful people who make you feel comfortable. They are not pretentious and they genuinely care about making customers happy. Many employees start out at Zak’s as a job while attending school, but remarkably, so many of them choose to stay on.”

“I was proud to support Kate Rutledge, one of our longstanding employees, when she said she wanted to open her own restaurant. Instead, we launched the Kanata location of Zak’s together five years ago. Many of the Kanata customers are now parents whom she used to serve downtown during her overnight shifts, which shows how loyal people are to Zak’s.”

Zak’s appears regularly in the travel books as a must-visit spot. “Everyone comes here, from guys in suits to older ladies, parents out for date night and teenagers as well. You never know when you might even get to rub shoulders with a celebrity – we’ve had scores of famous guests including sports stars, Prime Ministers, musicians like Robert Plant and Alanis Morissette and actors like Ryan Reynolds, Sandra Oh and Dan Ackroyd. We make everyone feel welcome.”

Never one to rest on his laurels, John says he’s got some exciting plans in the works to grow the business in early 2017. He says it involves a new downtown eatery in the space formerly occupied by the Van Leeuwen furniture store in ByWard Market and that the new spot will offer a different kind of comfort food with same laid back atmosphere that people enjoy at Zak’s.

When asked how it feels to be running one of the longest standing restaurants in Ottawa, John says, “It’s not that easy to stay in business this long; I am constantly looking at ways to improve the restaurant because I know from experience that there are always ways big and small to make things better every day. I like to think that my passionate pursuit of excellence rubs off on every single employee and is a big part of our success story.”

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LIVING New & Notable

BOOKS, TV SHOWS & ANTIQUES WITH OTTAWA BUZZ!

BY SANDY CONNELL

ICONIC OTTAWA Award-winning photographer and author Willie McElligott has released a new book just in time to celebrate Ottawa’s place in Canada’s 150th anniversary celebration.

A combination of iconic historic images and award-winning photography, the author shares his love of Canada’s capital through the exploration of its past, present and future. This truly unique and visual presentation of Ottawa is a wonderful gift idea for Christmas. Priced at $60, the book is an all-Canadian production available in both official languages at wpm1@me.com.

THE RUN OF A LIFETIME Mark Sutcliffe, long-time Ottawa radio talk-show host, avid runner and author, has written a new book about the trials and tribulations of training for and competing in the Boston Marathon. Long Road to Boston: The Pursuit of the World’s Most Coveted Marathon describes Sutcliffe’s personal marathon experience and, according to the author, is a book for ordinary runners. To get a copy, visit longroadtoboston.com.

DATING COLLECTIONS In celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday, the Bytown Antique and Bottle Club (BABC) is publishing a 2017 calendar featuring rare Canadian antiques from local Ottawa collections, some of which have never been seen before in print. Many of the antiques and collectibles featured in the calendar are from Ottawa or the Ottawa Valley. It is available by mail for $20, plus postage, or at major antique shows and auctions.

To order yours in time for Christmas, visit ottawacollectors.com.

PAULA ROY’S FAVOURITE FOODS

FAVOURITE FOODS

Paula Roy, our very own Food Editor and Food Blogger, has a new cooking show: Paula Roy’s Favourite Foods. A frequent presenter on local television and active recipe developer, Paula is excited about making the jump to TV. Six episodes will air, each including three recipes to complete a healthful and delicious meal, which began on Thursday, October 27 at 7:30 pm on Rogers TV Channel 22. For those of you who want to catch up on episodes, the show will be rebroadcast on Tuesdays at 4:30 pm and Wednesdays at 5 pm. For loads more recipes and helpful hints in the kitchen, check out Paula’s two food blogs, Constantly Cooking and Whole Foods in Half the Time.

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LIVING Fit At Home

THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT

BY LIANNE LAING

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

The gym is where my mind reconnects with my body. My endorphins kick in and I feel a release of the monsters – stress, errands, inbox – that constantly grow inside me. My gym, and any gym for that matter, should have no restrictions – it doesn’t need to involve a membership card, monthly payments, fancy workout gear or the appearance that you always know what you’re doing. It just needs to be a mindset, that for an allotted time, you will sweat, strengthen, mold, and build a stronger you by working out. And what better place to workout than at home?

TRUSTED TOOLS GYM BOSS: Also known as an interval timer, forces you to be accountable. It’s a great external motivator (envision a personal trainer standing over you for three more reps).

I set the timer for 40 seconds of output and ten seconds of rest, repeating for 40 minutes. Be creative or repetitive, going from legs to arms, core to cardio, with pushups, plank holds, burpees, lunges, jump squats, bicep curls, and shoulder raises. Once you get rolling, the ideas keep coming. Beginners can try 30 seconds of output and 20 seconds of rest, and increase the output time and decrease the rest time, as you get stronger.

BANDS: Lightweight and portable bands are the easiest way to create resistance and added weight. I like using them for shoulders, biceps and tricep. Similar to dumbbells, you can use the bands for shoulder raises, or side raises, bicep curls and triceps’ extensions. When I’m using the Gym Boss timer, I simply repeat until the time runs out. There is always the option of going with a heavier band and increasing sets and reps.

BOSU BALL: My investment in home gym equipment that I use for cardio, balance, stability and core.

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GIFT IDEA!

Find the gym boss at Gymboss.com

LIGHT BAND SHOULDER RAISE

STAND ON THE BAND, RAISE THE ARM TO SHOULDER HEIGHT, REPEAT 10-12 REPS. GIVE THE BAND MORE SLACK FOR AN EASIER WORK-OUT, DECREASE SLACK AS YOUR STRENGTH INCREASES OVER TIME.

BOSU BALL

FIND YOUR SWEET SPOT ON THE BALL BALANCED BETWEEN YOUR MID BACK AND BOTTOM (PRACTICE MAKES IT EASIER OVER TIME).

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WHAT’S YOUR STYLE?

MUSKOKA CABINETRY IS AVAILABLE AT:

Interior Decorating & Design

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FOOD Food Thoughts HOLIDAY LEMON SQUARES PREPARATION Ready in 15 minutes. Serves 12.

INGREDIENTS Crust: 1 1/4 cups (310 ml) all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (60 ml) icing sugar 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) baking powder 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter, softened Lemon Filling: 1 cup (250 ml) sugar 2 tbsp (30 ml) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (125 ml) lemon juice & zest of 1 lemon 2 eggs 1/4 cup (60 ml) 35% whipping cream Garnish: Icing sugar & edible gold flakes

DIRECTIONS

BITTER SWEET

Crust: Preheat the oven to 350 °F(180 °C).

CREATED BY KOREY KEALEY, @FOODTHOUGHT PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

Tart lemon squares brighten your holiday dessert offerings, bringing memories of warmer summer days! Make them festive and glam by adding edible gold flakes or pomegranate seeds.

KOREY’S TIPS Make double and freeze for future use such as hostess gifts, dinner parties and teacher appreciation parties.

They are delicious frozen too!

Find edible gold flakes at Artisitic Cake Design, 1390 Clyde Ave.

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GIFT IDEA!

Every kitchen should have a citrus press. Find it at Kitchenalia, 274 Richmond Rd.

Line a 8-inch (20-cm) square baking pan with parchment paper, set aside.

In medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder. Add the butter and mix well until the dough forms. Press into bottom of prepared pan. Bake 20 minutes or until crust is golden.

Lemon Filling: In large bowl, combine sugar and flour.

Add remaining ingredients; whisk until smooth.

Pour over baked crust while still hot.

Reduce oven temperature to 300 °F (160 °C).

Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until outer filling has set, but centre is still slightly loose when jiggled. Let cool 30 minutes and refrigerate until completely chilled, about 4 hours. Remove from pan and cut into squares.

Dust with icing sugar and edible gold flakes just before serving.

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FOOD Gift for the Cook

KITCHEN INDULGENCE

BY PAULA ROY PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

Please the cooks in your life this holiday season. Check out these thoughtful, practical suggestions that are sure to make your gift-giving a delicious success.

BRADLEY SMOKER Up your grilling game with the Bradley Bluetooth-enabled, digital smoker. $649.99 at Canadian Tire.

MUCKLESTON & BROCKWELL MARKET BUTCHERY Custom-crafted wooden spoons are as functional as they are beautiful.

Handmade locally by Carcass Pyrography. $60 at Muckleston & Brockwell Market Butchery, 127 Beechwood Avenue.

SAVVY COOL CURDS Put a cheese sommelier to work, curating deliveries of delicious artisanal cheese from Canada’s best cheesemakers.

Subscriptions $55 - $60 per month, plus shipping.

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The Unrefined Olive Stand this gorgeous, little stainless-steel fusti on your kitchen counter for easy access to your favourite specialty olive oil. $75 at The Unrefined Olive, 151A Second Avenue and 499 Terry Fox Drive.

KNIFEWEAR The 210-mm long Haruyuki Gyuto is an attractive, versatile knife that will make quick work of any slicing job in the kitchen. $185 at Knifewear, 800 Bank Street.

EQUATOR COFFEE ROASTERS Treat your java-loving tastebuds to the magic of a sturdy Bonavita Brewer. $240 at Equator Coffee Roasters; $13.75 for fair-trade coffee beans, 412 Churchill Avenue North

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FOOD Let’s Dish

PREPARING MEALS AND CHANGING LIVES

BY PAULA ROY PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HOLLERON

Founded 110 years ago, the Ottawa Mission has evolved into a place that offers a wide range of programs and services to address the myriad needs of people experiencing homelessness. For the past 15 years, Chef Ric Watson, the Mission’s Food Services Manager, has applied his culinary talents in multiple ways; preparing meals and serving up

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time; I was living on the street and abusing drugs and alcohol. That job was a lifechanging experience as I found a mentor who saw that I had potential, helped me gain self-confidence and encouraged me to go to culinary school.

HOW HAVE YOUR EXPERIENCES INFLUENCED YOUR WORK AT THE MISSION? I’d enjoyed so many wonderful professional opportunities, but I always felt like something was missing. I took this job 15 years ago because I knew it would enable me to give back in many different ways. It’s so rewarding that it doesn’t even feel like work.

DOES YOUR ROLE INVOLVE MORE THAN JUST COOKING AND SERVING FOOD? At the Ottawa Mission, we house, feed and educate people. We try to make it as friendly and welcoming an environment as possible. It’s a large operation – we serve 1300 meals per day; that adds up to almost half a million meals each year. For the past 11 years, I’ve also run our Food Services Training Program, offering top-quality culinary education. The last four sessions have had 100 percent success rates, with everyone finding a job prior to graduation.

both education and hope. He shared some insight into the work of the Mission, particularly during the holiday season, with Ottawa At Home.

WHAT IS ONE OF THE MOST HEARTWARMING ASPECTS OF YOUR JOB? It’s seeing people change their lives.

I think often of a client named Sammy who came to me ten years ago, with little English, few skills, no job and a wife back home in Ghana. He participated in our Food Services Training Program; improved his language skills and attained his high school diploma. Then, I helped him enroll in Algonquin’s Culinary Management program. Now, his wife is a Canadian citizen and they are the proud parents of two boys; they own their own home and vehicle. It’s been an incredible turnaround for him and shows that at the Mission, dramatic change is possible if you apply yourself.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST JOB IN THE FOOD SERVICES INDUSTRY? I started out at 14, working as a dishwasher at Queen’s University. It was a very difficult

WHAT HAPPENS AT THE MISSION DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON? We try to make things festive and joyful, although it’s a bittersweet time of year for many.

“It’s so rewarding that it doesn’t even feel like work.” — CHEF RIC WATSON

We have lots of volunteers that come in to help make gingerbread houses and Christmas cards. The unfortunate aspect of this is that the rush of support ends when the holiday season does.

THE MISSION IS WELL KNOWN FOR ITS BIG HOLIDAY TURKEY DINNER – WHAT DOES THAT INVOLVE? The dinner will be on December 18 this year, and we anticipate serving 2500 to 3000 meals.

The menu always includes turkey with all the trimmings, tourtière, homemade cranberry sauce, fresh baked rolls and donated cupcakes. I like to make the dining room look like grandma’s house; we put out tablecloths and centrepieces and invite community leaders to help serve; we also have carolers singing during dinner.

ARE THERE OTHER HOLIDAY MEALS THAT HAPPEN AT THE MISSION? On Christmas Day we always have a special breakfast and another traditional turkey dinner. On Boxing Day we prepare another holiday favourite – hot turkey sandwiches.

It’s a lot of work to try to make the Christmas season more positive, but it’s so worthwhile and gratifying.

HOW DIFFICULT IS IT TO SERVE UP SOME HOLIDAY CHEER ON A LIMITED BUDGET? Sometimes it can be difficult – we rely on the community and we are fortunate that during the holidays more donations do come in. We deal with large food distributors and they offer us discounts and donations too. This year, our local farmers have been so fantastic – they have been so generous dropping off huge quantities of fresh produce.

HOW CAN THE PUBLIC HELP SUPPORT THE MISSION’S EFFORTS AT CHRISTMAS? We post a “most-needed items” list on our website (ottawamission. com), and we welcome monetary contributions as well as donations of frozen turkeys, winter coats, boots, warm socks and gloves, razors and, of course, perishable and non-perishable food. We also enjoy welcoming groups who want to come in and help us wrap Christmas gifts or fill stockings for our residents.

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