ISSUE 3 summer 2019

SUBSTANCE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

ISSUE 3

summer 2019

revelstoke

C O N T LIFE & STYLE

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SUMMER MY LOVE

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SUMMER SKIN

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MONASHEE POTTERY

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IT’S A SMALL WORLD

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TAKE CARE

Beat the heat in style

Skincare tips to combat UV rays

Our feature artist

Disneyland??!

Our local wellness guide

HOUSE & HOME

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SHOPPING GUIDE

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READ & LISTEN

54

MARKET UPDATE

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INSPIRED KITCHEN

Some of the best local finds

New music and great reads

A snapshot of the last 6 months

Kitchen renos to die for

E N T S GET UP & GO

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36 HOURS IN REVY

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BEACHIN’ IT

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GET YOUR BIKE ON

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REASONS TO RETURN

If you’ve only got the weekend

Our favorite local, swimming holes

Bikes, bikes and more bikes

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

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TO MARKET TO MARKET

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BARBEQUE ASPIRATIONS

41

DINING GUIDE

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DRINK UP

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EVENTS CALENDAR

Because winter is just as much fun

Farmer’s Market treasures

Who’s hungry?

Our answer to what’s for dinner

A little Gin for your Tonic

What to do this summer

SUBSTANCE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

Publishers DIANE BULL and SARAH MICKEL Editor KRISTI NELSON Contributing Writers ALEX FARRUGIA, STACEY BRENSRUD, KELSEY KINDRET Contributing Photographers SARAH MICKEL, ZOYA LYNCH, SHANE DESCHAMPS, ROYCE SIHLIS, TAMMY TOPEROSKY, TOM POOLE Cover Photography ZOYA LYNCH

CONTRIBUTORS

Alex Farrugia

Diane Bull

Stacey Brensrud

Sarah Mickel

Kelsey Kindret

This working professional and mother of 3 boys shows us what ‘the kitchen is the heart of the home’ really means. Her dinner table is always the envy of those who know her...and we’re always keen for an invite.

Diane and her husband, Steve, own Style Trend Clothiers and The Annex.

When not in the store, or working on whatever project she has on the go, you can find her chauffeuring her teenagers or walking her dogs.

Stacey is a life-long resident of Revelstoke, currently juggling several roles on top of her professional life including wife, mother, volunteer, mediocre house cleaner and survivalist chef.

Sarah has been working as a professional photographer and graphic artist here in Revelstoke for over 15 years.

When not working, you can find her enjoying time with her family in and around Revelstoke.

Kelsey holds her Diploma of Interior Design from the British Columbia Institute of Technology. At a young age Kelsey set her sights on becoming an Interior Designer as it feeds both her creative & technical sides.

For editorial questions, advertising inquiries, and reuse & reprint requests, please contact the publishers as listed below.

Diane Bull: diane@substancerevelstoke.com Sarah Mickel: sarah@substancerevelstoke.com

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Hello It’s that time again and while many of our fellow Revelstokians are basking in the downtime of the shoulder season, we’ve been running circles around one another prepping another fantastic issue of Substance Magazine. While some aspects of publishing a local lifestyle magazine have definitely gotten easier, we fully expect a little last minute chaos! We are embracing the challenge wholeheartedly and loving the connections we are making with local businesses and contributors.

We are so proud of what Substance Revelstoke has become.

The feedback continues to be incredibly positive. There’s nothing better than receiving praise from people that grab their copy during a quick highway stop en-route to Calgary, Vancouver, and so on.

We are officially a year old and this will be our third issue.

We are happy to share the “substantial” content we have worked hard to curate for our readers. Here’s hoping you all have a memorable and adventurous summer. Revelstoke is sure to deliver!

Sarah & Diane

We actually had time for MORE than some terrible cell phone shots! But don’t worry, we can never be serious for too long! #lovewhatyoudo

LETTER from the EDITOR KRISTI NELSON Summer. This year, more than ever, I’m ready for it.

Heat, flowers, travel, BBQ (page 32), gin cocktails (page 47) and of course, relaxing (or in this case, working!) on my favourite spot on my front porch.

All things that bring about that warm, summery feeling.

This issue is filled with places and experiences near and dear to my heart. Many more years ago than I care to admit, I spent a summer working the breakfast shift at Three Valley Gap - a formative experience where I encountered many interesting characters and certainly learned a lot. Maybe you will learn a thing or two about the red roofed chateau in our “Did You Know” piece on Three Valley on page 74.

Peppered throughout this publication, well, we just can’t stop mentioning the many activities available to us now up at RMR - the opportunities for adventure offered on-site expand and change every year as the resort grows! One of my most memorable mornings of last summer was spent hiking the sub peak with my husband from the top of the gondola, followed by a ride down the pipe. The views from the very top are magnificent, I urge you to go! This year, with the launch of RMR’s mountain biking trails, the adventures are sure to continue.

Recent additions to Revelstoke’s ever-growing infrastructure also provide ample opportunties for active fun; the brand new Kovach skate park, the Beaver Lodge Kids’ Bike Park on Mount Revelstoke, and soon, the long anticipated Farwell Splash Park will open. Check out our “36 hours” features and “Beachin’ It” on pages 64 and 68 for more ideas on how to beat the heat locally.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY TAMMY TOPEROSKY

Revelstoke has been making waves in ski industry publications and travel publications for quite some time, but one recent article caught me (happily) by surprise. In case you didn’t catch it, Vogue magazine discovered this little mountain paradise back in February, calling Revelstoke ‘Skiing’s Hottest Destination Right Now’ - wow. Let’s enjoy the peace and quiet while we can, everyone; the crowds will be coming, wearing fashion-forward ski wear!

Just as Revelstoke has something for everyone, we strive to provide a wide variety of appealing content to our readers. We will be accepting submissions for our winter edition before we all know it, so please get in touch if you’d like to get involved or have a story suggestion, question, or idea of something you’d like to learn more about.

We love hearing from our readers.

Now… whether you are on the beach, in the back yard, or on the front porch like me, indulging in some quality “magazine time” is a summer must thank you for including us in your stack!

Cheers!

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SUMMER

MY LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL HAIR BY SARA SANSOM OF BIRCH & LACE MAKEUP BY BRYNN SMITH OF BEAUTY BY BRYNN MODELS: KIMBERLY AND JOSIAH

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JOSIAH shirt (ripcurl) & shorts (kuwallatee) available at Style Trend Clothiers KIMBERLY kimono (gentle fawn), tee (z supply), & shorts (mavi) available at Style Trend Clothiers, braclets & necklace (jewelry by amanda) available at The Annex

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JOSIAH shirt (national standards) & shorts (mavi) available at Style Trend Clothiers, KIMBERLY dress (black tape) & sunglasses available at Style Trend Clothiers, bracelet (kutula kiss) available at the annex sandals (birkenstock) available at Universal Footwear

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JOSIAH shirt & joggers (kuwallatee) available at Style Trend Clothiers, KIMBERLY dress (saltwater luxe), available at Style Trend Clothiers, necklace (mimi & marge) available at The Annex, backpack (adrian klis) available at Universal Footwear

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204 First Street West • styletrendclothiers.com

your guide to

Summer Skin

BY DIANE BULL PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL MODEL: AZA

Summer is the season to kick back, relax, and just enjoy being outside, but it’s certainly no time to slack on your skincare routine. UVA/UVB rays are harmful all year long, but are especially damaging during the summer months when our exposure levels are higher thanks to spending every free moment soaking up the sun, whether relaxing on a blanket, or out on an adventure.

That’s why it’s important to ensure you are putting extra attention on sun and heat protection, in addition to maintaining your regular skincare routine. It can be tough to know where to start so we’ve gathered some of our go to tips for keeping skin healthy during the summer.

• REMEMBER YOUR LIPS Yes, your lips need sunscreen too! There’s nothing worse than a sunburn there so keep them healthy by choosing a lipbalm with SPF protection.

• MISTY Keep your favorite face mist close at hand, as there’s nothing better than a quick refresh while you’re spending the day at the lake. Be sure to choose a mist packed with nutrients to ensure you’re hydrating your skin as well as cooling you down.

• MASK UP The benefits of sunscreen are undeniable, however, we often end up with dry, flaky skin from regular use. Our solution: try to exfoliate your face in the evening instead of the morning and then apply a nourishing face mask.

• SCRUB, SCRUB, SCRUB Get rid of that dry summer skin by using an exfoliating scrub on your entire body before hopping in the shower for optimal results. Follow up with an ultra rich cream or body oil within minutes of drying off.

• KEEP IT COOL A hot shower after sun exposure will dry your skin out even more, turn down that temperature.

Check out the following shops for recommended products: THE ANNEX For all your bath and body needs, you will find lip balm, mists, face masks, body scrubs,

moisturizers, body oils, sunscreens and even hair masks from popular brands like Sunbum, Om Organics, Kismet, Harlow, and Happy Spritz.

BIRCH & LACE A full service Aveda Salon, Birch & Lace also offers a facial sunscreen, hydrating moisturizers and masks as well as a must-have protective hair veil spray to keep your hair and scalp safe from those UV rays and even an after sun hair mask for when you forget.

1ST IMPRESSIONS A full line of face care from Image Skincare including moisurizers and sunscreen

can be found here.

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Don’t forget

about your hair • COVER UP Wearing a hide brim hat or hair scarf will help prevent the damage from those harmful rays.

• HAIR MASK Sun, sweat, and chlorine can do a number on your hair throughout the summer. Revive and refresh those locks with a nourishing hair mask to bring back some life and moisture to your hair!

• OILY Make sure you choose product that fully absorbs into the hair, as if the oils just sit on top of the hair, they are doing more harm than good when those UV rays hit them.

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PUSH YOUR LIMITS. WORK FLAWLESSLY. IGNITE YOUR CREATIVITY.

MisMacK Clean Cosmetics is revolutionizing the clean beauty world bringing you professional quality application paired with ethical and substainable, Canadian production.

VEGAN. PETA CRUELTY FREE. PRO DESIGNED. REVOLUTIONARY CLEAN TECHNOLOGY. CANADIAN MADE.

Available at The Annex or online at mismack.com

Clean Your Routine WITH THE ANNEX

BY KRISTI NELSON

Biohacking; it might be the buzzword of 2019. From Instagram influencers to mainstream media, we’re surrounded by ideas of how to improve every aspect of how we live life; from sleep and skin to stamina and strength… I personally love to research and then subsequently try a wide variety of recommended regimens, devices and tricks. As to be expected, the team at the Annex is completely on-trend with the latest and greatest, and so I was pleased to browse through the Annex recently to find many items for better living I had recently taken the time to research, available right in Revelstoke, on the shelves!

Trend: Clean Beauty

Women are finally getting accurate information about the toxic ingredients in many popular beauty products, and with safer, healthier alternatives available which perform so well, there’s no reason for needless exposure to dangerous chemicals. The Annex carries Canada’s first clean, professional grade cosmetic brand, MisMacK. Manufactured in Canada, the line features 7 exciting products. Impressively, none of the ingredients used have rating higher than “1” on the EWG scale for toxicity. Check out their foundations, lipsticks, shadows, and more. Complete the experience with a long summer soak. The Annex keeps it local with BC-based Saltspring Soapworks along with Om Organics. Try the rose petal bath bomb, or the pink coconut body scrub to keep that summer skin smooth.

Trend: Circadian Rhythm Regulation

As it turns out, all that screen time spent on our phones, connecting with the world actually can disconnect us from our own internal circadian rhythms, disrupting sleep and health. Enter Quay Blue Light blocking glasses. I own some of these and have to say they make a massive difference in not making me feel so “wired” or overstimulated from evening screen time. They are designed to prevent blue light emitted by screens from interfering with our production of melatonin, important for healthy sleep and overall health.

Trend: Waste Less, Hydrate More

No need for explanation as to “why” in this case, but reusable bottles are always in hot demand, and are the ultimate accessory if done right.

Distinctive, trendy styles available from Corkcicle and S’well will keep you hydrated all summer long.

Trend: Relax!

The Annex’s array of essential oils from Om Organics and Vitruvi can help you transform any space into a calm oasis. Check out the line of cute diffusers as well. Plants help to calm spaces, and Diane carries a beautiful selection of succulents with unique, pretty pots. The low-maintenance watering schedule with succulents makes them relaxing, indeed. Looking to add more ambiance? Soy candles from Voluspa are a great, healthy choice to set the mood, we like the French Cade Lavender scent best.

Trend: Self Care & Staying Sweet

Indulgences are a must - it’s called balance - and yet another important part of self-care. Sourcing carefully crafted treats with high quality ingredients is easy at the Annex; with homemade creations by Pip & Dex behind the counter and a shelf full of Sugarfina, deciding which to take home is the only tough part! “We eat with our eyes first,” laughs Diane, “So, having beautifully displayed creations really adds to the customer experience.”

202 First Street West, Revelstoke BC 250.837.9118 theannexrevelstoke.com /theannexrevelstoke @theannexrevelstoke 22

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GET TO KNOW

MONASHEE

POTTERY

BY KRISTI NELSON

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ZOYA LYNCH

This issue’s feature artist is local potter Gabrielle Iabbe. Originally from Quebec, Gabrielle moved to Revelstoke 10 years ago, inspired by the beauty of the mountains. Tracking her down for an interview proved tougher than we expected… her main source of inspiration (nature!) is legit; she splits her time doing pottery and tree planting in remote areas. Working as one with nature, away from cell service other distractions sounds so very Revelstoke, and it’s no wonder this connection is so strongly reflected in her work.

“I find working on the wheel mesmerizing, and since starting it’s all I can think about. I began making hanging planters to blend my love of plants and nature with my art,” she says. She is best known for these unique decorative circular pieces, designed to suspend air plants. When I asked her how she first came up with the design idea, she laughs, admitting, “They started out as a mistake - from bottoms of mugs that didn’t take!” I assure her that her creative repurposing is much appreciated and on-trend.

From a style perspective, her work is simple, modern and contemporary: “I like very simple form, modern pottery. I always try to take it back to basics. I like to throw sharp, straight walls or easy shapes into things.”

Her style evolves with her environment. Traditionally, she has mostly worked with neutral colours, but inspired by the smoky, dark skies (the result of forest fires elsewhere in BC) last summer, Gabrielle embraced bright colours in her latest collection; think yellow, teal, dark blue and orange… “Bright colours sell well - people are attracted to them,” Gabrielle finds.

Gabrielle is quick to credit Revelstoke’s supportive community of artists and entrepreneurs for buoying her success. “The sense of community in Revelstoke is so strong - it is like a family, especially since it is so far from everything else. It’s very nice, and it’s not just pottery, in every aspect of life, people who are there are far from their families and they help each other out. I love it.” she says. As is the case with so many, having initially moved here to ski, then settling here, she insists: “Revelstoke is more than just outdoor activities.”

A harmonious fit was made early on with Revelstoke Florist; “They jumped at the opportunity to sell my planters and I started selling order after order, making enough to pay for my expenses and feed my passion.” Her work can still be found there, as well as Love Making Design in Grizzly Plaza.

Out-of-towners can find her work in Golden’s Art Gallery and at Plant in Calgary.

Gabrielle enjoys meeting customers in person at her studio in “the old jail cell” - (Revelstoke’s Art Centre is located in the former RCMP detachment - which is still outfitted with jail cells!) and says now that she has moved her studio to the main floor from the basement it is more inviting for guests, pop in and you may be lucky enough to catch this artist at work.

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QUAY SUNNIES

Your favorite Aussie brand, featuring a huge selection of sunnies as well as their best selling Blue Light glasses!

The Annex 202 First Street East

WORK OR PLAY

Highly durable Carhartt tees for her. Various colours and sizes available.

Work & Play 207 First Street West

BLONDAGE!

Redken’s Color Extend Blondage shampoo and conditioners will tone and strengthen your blonde hair, keeping it happy and healthy.

First Impressions Hair Salon 300 First Street East

STANCE SOCKS

These are the best socks we’ve ever worn! Colours and patterns that offer something for everyone.

Style Trend Clothiers 204 First Street West

SWEET FINDS FOR

Summer FUN BAGS & WALLETS Wallets, handbags, and purses by Sticks and Stones.

Universal Footwear 555 Victoria Rd. Unit No.7

2 MINUTE STYLER

CAST IRON

Simply spritz in Aveda’s new Micellar Rinseless Refresh to dissolve any excess oil from the scalp and recoil any natural texture in your ends.

Birch & Lace Hair Salon 114 First Street West

High quality cast iron by Lodge for all of your cooking needs.

Big Mountain Kitchen 215 MacKenzie Avenue

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VIKING SANDALS

TAKE IT TO-GO

Stylish and comfortable footwear for everyone from little kids, to grown ups.

Universal Footwear 555 Victoria Rd. Unit No.7

Corkcicle insulated stainless steel mugs in three shapes. Keeping your drinks warm or cold and the environment cleaner!

The Annex 202 First Street East

CARHARTT FOR EVERYONE Light weight Carhartt work pants for men and women. Plus super cute Carhartt overalls for tiny humans!

Work & Play 207 First Street West

BROWS FOR DAYS

Perfect brows start with Aveda brow definer pencils.

Keep it sharp with the Aveda sharpener made out of recycled cosmetic containers.

Birch & Lace Hair Salon MATT AND NAT 114 First Street West These vegan bags are perfect for any outing. Based out of Montreal, Matt & Nat is a Canadian fashion staple.

Style Trend Clothiers 204 First Street West

IMAGE SPF

Image Prevention SPF will help you stay safe in the sun all Summer long.

First Impressions Hair Salon 300 First Street East

BN3TH

Soft, quality mens boxer briefs in a variety of fun colors and patterns.

Style Trend Clothiers 204 First Street West

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We want the entire collection!

STYLISH MUGS

Danica Studios, a company that believes in sustainability, based out of Vancouver, created these fun colourful mugs.

Big Mountain Kitchen 215 MacKenzie Avenue

read & listen

BY KRISTI NELSON AND SARAH MICKEL

In an attempt to keep focused on all things local, we’ve collected some ideas of ways to keep you entertained over the summer - all centring around BC of course.

Playlist

Here are our current top 5... all hailing from BC. We have an insane amount of talent in Canada!! Both Royal and Daysormay are from Vernon, Small Town Artillery is from Kaslo, Hey Ocean! hails from Vancouver, and we can never forget our local girl - Aza Nabuko...

1. VESSEL • ROYAL 2. ROLE MODEL • DAYSORMAY 3. I DARE YOU • SMALL TOWN ARTILLERY 4. CAN’T LET GO • HEY OCEAN! 5. STRANGERS • AZA NABUKO

POCASTS

Podcasts make mundane tasks like running errands, chores and driving so much more interesting. We thought surely there must be some Revelstoke related gems out there, and we were not disappointed.

LOW PRESSURE PODCAST - The Podcast for Skiers. This ski focused podcast has a mini series on Revelstoke - featuring the likes of locals Chris Rubens (episode 68), Sammy Carlson (episode 119), Bruno Long (episode 120) and Greg Hill (episode 105). Find this podcast at lowpressure.com.

FANCY ON TOUR - A self-described Swedish vagabond moved to Revelstoke a couple of years ago for a ski season. She details her adventures which include everything from house hunting to hot tubbing and naked skiing (the podcast is actually less risqué than it sounds here). Her impressions are entertaining, and the theme music? Quite catchy. Search for “Fancy on Tour” on apple podcasts.

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BC Books

If you want to escape reality, but not this beautiful province, check out these titles on our list for summer reads:

THE JADE PEONY BY WATSON CHOY

Described as lyrical and moving and set in Vancouver’s Chinatown in the depression years, this tale of a family told from three different perspectives was a CBC Canada Reads 2010 selection. If you love it, check out its highly acclaimed prequel, All that Matters.

STANLEY PARK BY TIMOTHY TAYLOR

A Giller Prize finalist, this page turner - also set in Vancouver tells a detailed, well-described tale of Vancouver’s high drama local food culture and restaurant scene (chef vs. chef), and the realities of the financial strain of doing business in what has become a very expensive city.

Y BY MARJORIE CELONA

Set on Vancouver Island, this gorgeously written novel introduces you to flawed yet lovable characters with tough circumstances to navigate, with a plot described as so believable you’ll think the book is actually alive.

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To Market ... to market....

BY SARAH MICKEL

We love the idea

of buying local and eating fresh so we decided to venture out to find some of the best produce and creations at our weekly Farmer’s Market. Rain or shine vendors arrive with an array of produce, plants, goods, and art. Shopping has never felt so good!

Fresh Cut Flowers from Bird Tree Farms Jams and Pickles from Len & Jolyne Sultz in Malakwa

Stoke Roasted Coffee?

Yes Please

CHOCOLATE Need we say more? From Revelstoke Chocolate Co.

Sausages for the grill from BA Sausages

Smooch! Lip Balm and natural soaps from Track Street.

Growers

Ohh so good Garlic Syrup from Track Street Growers Soaps for the body & Shampoo Bars from Ellen’s Soaps

Organic Eggs and Veggies from Terra Firma Farms

You can find all this and more every Saturday from 8:30am to 2:00pm, May through October right on MacKenzie Avenue. Bring your re-useable shopping bags and enjoy downtown Revelstoke on market day!

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LIVE MARKET DEMOS Saturday Mornings Downtown Revelstoke Live on Facebook

Confidence in the Kitchen, Mindfulness in the Home 215 Mackenzie Avenue

250.837.7005

bigmountain.kitchen

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BARBEQUE aspirations

BY ALEX FARRUGIA

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL

Summer is here and let’s be honest, we want to spend as much time outside as possible - including dinner!

While we appreciate good BBQ any time of year, in our opinion there’s no better time than summer!

While burgers are always a welcome feature at any backyard BBQ, we caught up with our favorite home cook to show you how she does a barbeque.

Whether you are hosting a group of family & friends, or are just looking for some fresh ideas to switch up your menu - check out some of Alex’s favorites and we’re willing to bet they will be crowd pleasers when you try them for yourself this season...

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smoked pulled pork Cook Time: 11hrs Serves: 12 people

I NG R ED I ENT S • 3kg boneless pork shoulder • 1 ½ tbsp paprika • ½ tsp celery salt • ½ tsp garlic powder • ½ tsp onion salt • ½ tsp dry mustard • ½ tsp black pepper • ½ tsp salt • 2 tsp brown sugar

DIRECTIONS Mix all dry ingredients together to create rub. Rub the pork shoulder the night before and then refridgerate. Smoke at 230 F until internal temperature 205 F (around 11 hours) Cover with foil for last 2-3 hours. Pull pork, and while pulling, sprinkle vinegar sauce over pulled portions. Serve with extra vinegar sauce, south carolina gold sauce, coleslaw and fresh buns.

Coleslaw recipe found on page 37

vinegar s au c e

s out h c a r ol i na gol d s a uc e

• 2 cups apple cider vinegar • ½ cup ketchup • ¼ cup brown sugar • 5 tsp salt • 1 tsp black pepper • 1 tsp white pepper • 4 tsp hot chili flakes • ¼ cup honey

• 1 ½ cups French’s mustard • 5 tbsp dark brown sugar • 4 tbsp tomato paste • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar • 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce • ½ tsp cayenne • ½ tsp black pepper • ½ tsp garlic powder

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spinach, strawberry and chèvre salad with candied walnuts Prep: 20 mins Serves: 12 people

INGRED IENTS • 250g baby organic spinach • 500g fresh strawberries, sliced • 100g chèvre crumbled • candied walnuts • dressing

dr es s i ng • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar • 2 tsp grainy mustard • ¼ cup extra virgin olive • salt and pepper to taste

candied wal n u ts • 1 tbsp honey • 1 tsp salt • ¼ tsp dried chili flakes • 1 cup walnuts • 2 tsp sugar Preheat oven to 350F, line baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix together honey, salt and dried chili flakes.

Add walnuts and toss to coat. Add sugar and toss again.

Place mixture on baking tray and bake for 10 minutes, tossing after 5 minutes and watch carefully so they do not burn.

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arugula, asparagus, roasted prosciutto and parmesan salad Prep: 25 mins Serves: 12 people

I N GRE D I ENT S • 200g baby arugula • 500g fresh asparagus, roasted • 8 slices of prosciutto, roasted • 100g parmesan cheese shavings

dr es s i ng • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil • 2 tsp brown sugar • ¼ cup finely slice fresh basil

D I R EC T I O NS Lightly toss asparagus in 2 tsp olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast in preheated oven at 400F for 4-5 minutes until tender but still crisp, cool.

Place prosciutto on baking sheet covered with parchment paper. Roast in 400F oven for 5-7 minutes until crispy, watch it doesn’t burn.

Layer arugula on serving platter then top with roasted asparagus. Sprinkle with ½ of your dressing. Place roasted prosciutto on top of asparagus and then top with shaved parmesan.

Spoon remaining dressing on top.

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bbq chicken thighs Prep: 20 mins Serves: 12 people

INGRED I E N T S • 24 boneless skinless chicken thighs • la Grille montreal chicken spice

D IRECTI ON S Preheat BBQ to 400F. Generously coat chicken thighs on both sides with la Grille montreal chicken spice and BBQ 15 minutes, turning after 7 minutes. Serve with sriracha mayonnaise.

colorful coleslaw

Prep: 20 mins Serves: 12 people

DI RE CT I ON S Chop and combine vegetables in a large bowl. Stir together mayo, vinegar, and sugar and then mix with vegetables, chill at least 1 hr.

I NG R ED I ENT S • ½ green cabbage thinly sliced • ½ red cabbage thinly sliced • 1 medium onion finely chopped • 2 large carrots julienned • ¼ cup Italian parsley finely chopped • 1 cup mayonnaise • ½ cup apple cider vinegar • 2 tsp sugar

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beef tenderloin with herb crust Prep: 2hrs Serves: 12 people

I N GRED IENTS • 3.5 kilo full beef tenderloin

ru b

h e rb c ru s t

• ½ cup Dijon mustard •½ cup Italian parsley finely chopped • 4 garlic cloves minced •¼ cup fresh rosemary finely chopped • 1 tbsp salt •¼ cup fresh thyme leaves finely chopped • 1 tbsp fresh ground pepper

DI RECTIONS Preheat oven to 500F. Sprinkle beef with sea salt and fresh ground pepper then coat on all sides with rub. Sprinkle all over with herb crust. Roast in oven (or on the bbq on a barbecue baking pan) until internal temperature is 130F (around 1 hour) for medium rare. Let meat sit for at least 30 min prior to slicing. Serve with chimichurri sauce.

chim ich u r r i sau c e •1 cup italian parsley •1 cup cilantro • ½ cup fresh oregano leaves • ½ cup fresh basil leaves • 4 cloves garlic

• ¼ cup red wine vinegar • ¼ cup white wine vinegar • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil • salt and pepper to taste

Place all herbs and garlic in food processor, add vinegars and then add oil in a slow stream.

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WINTER ISSUE OUT DECEMBER 2019

“Where Revelstoke & Lifestyle meet”

substancerevelstoke.com

OUR GUIDE

T O W H AT ’ S F O R

DINNER

From new concepts to legendary family run favourites, Revelstoke offers an incredible restaurant selection, whether you are in the mood for fine dining, a quick bite or take-out. From burgers and beer to fine wines and gourmet entrees, our dining guide has you covered......

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OLD SCHOOL EATERY

KAWAKUBO

112 RESTAURANT

oldschooleatery.ca

kawakubo-revelstoke.com

112restaurant.ca

Old School Eatery is Revelstoke’s newest full service restaurant located in the historic Mountainview Elementary School. Serving an eclectic mix of dishes with international influences in a fun and casual dining setting. Open every day, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. ‘Sophisticated comfort food’ at its finest.

Kawakubo offers a large selection of quality traditional Japanese food. From Appetizers and Sushi to cooked Teriyaki and Donburi dishes along with gluten free & vegetarian or vegan choices. Serving cocktails, beer, wine and sake and offering great options for small or large groups. The outdoor patio is open!

Reservations are recommended.

616 3rd St. West 250.814.4144

109 1st St. East 250.837.2467

112 1st St. East 250.837.2107

Established in 1978, the 112 Restaurant & Lounge has long been one of the most refined and highly reviewed Revelstoke restaurants in the area. Visitors can look forward to the mouth-watering creations from our accomplished Chefs, including fresh BC Salmon, Charbroiled Steaks and East Coast Lobster. Reservations are highly recommended.

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NICO’S PIZZERIA

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Experience Revelstoke’s best patio with stunning mountain views.

Perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner and of course, the cocktail hour!

The Rockford is your taste destination, offering addictively flavourful Asian fusion and traditional dishes. Take advantage of happy hour(s) all summer long from 3-6pm, with $5 drinks and $7 appies!

Come enjoy a real authentic pizza, fresh pasta, a gourmet poutine or a tasty panini! Nico’s is licensed and has a good selection of BC craft beers on tap, and our patio is open for the summer! There is something on the menu for everyone!

109 1st St. West 250.814.2565

Offering North & South American cuisine with a focus on fire and smoke, Quartermaster Eatery is your spot for great food, craft cocktails, a curated selection of BC beers and wines, and genuinely warm service.

Enjoy dining in an inviting, rustic space, perfect for a quick bite or a special occasion.

Reservations recommended.

2950, Camozzi Road (250) 837-7160

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112 1st St. West 250.837.117

RIVER CITY PUB & PATIOS 112 1st St. East 250.837.2107

MOUNTAIN MEALS 311 1st St. West 250.837.3565

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Relax on our beautiful patios with a glass of wine or microbrew beer, or play a round of billiards with a friend. Tasty appies, large HD TVs and delicious pub fare await visitors of this cozy social hub. Located within the Regent Hotel, River City Pub offers live music along with a warm, casual atmosphere and friendly service.

Mountain Meals takes pride in delicious, homemade, locally sourced and honest food. Fuel up for your day of adventure or stop in to get your daily fix “to-go” after a full day in the mountains. Savory pies, sandwiches, & daily specials in the deli case as well as Lasagna, Pulled Pork and other amazing meals in the freezer!

Smoothies & Specialty Coffees are also available

PADRINO’S PIZZERIA 200 1st St. West 250.837.3300 padrinospizzaria.com

Here at Padrino’s we have a strong passion for food and strive to make the perfect pizza. We offer a wide variety of classics, an array of different signatures and a variety of thin crust Italian styles. We also have an abundance of starters, sides, desserts and donairs to accompany any pie.

GF/DF & Vegan options are available.

DINING GUIDE GALLERY RESTAURANT 1870 Glacier Lane 1.877.837.9594

PIP & DEX CUPCAKERY

202 1st St. West (Inside the Annex) 250-837-9118

MT. BEGBIE BREAKFAST CAFE

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112st St. East 250.837.2107 regenthotel.ca

Enjoy dining in our gallery restaurant with views of Mt Begbie, looking down the valley. The restaurant, located inside the Glacier House Resort, offers great appetizers, salads and entree selections.

Children’s menus are available.

Pip & Dex offers a wide selection of gourmet cupcakes, cakes, sugar cookies, fudge and other daily/ seasonal treats to suit your grab and go cravings. Located inside a trendy boutique, customers can indulge in a delicious cupcake while shopping.

Catering to large orders and all occasions and offering gluten/dairy free and vegan options.

Start the day off right in the bright and cheery Mt. Begbie Breakfast Cafe. The variety of classic eggs any-style, or fresh fruit and granola breakfasts are great ways to fuel up for your next big outing.

You’ll feel right at home in the cafe’s cozy atmosphere, all while enjoying breathtaking views of Mount Begbie’s glacial peaks.

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Classic

GIN & TONIC With Elderflower & Grapefruit Refreshing Summer Cocktail

FROM THE CANADIAN GIN GUILD AT JONES DISTILLERY

wFill half a glass with crushed or cubed ice wPour in 1.5oz Revelstoke Premium Gin No. 1 wAdd ½oz St Germain wAdd the juice of half a fresh grapefruit wStir until mixed wDrop in half of a grapefruit wheel for garnish MAKE IT YOURSELF OR HEAD OVER TO OLD SCHOOL EATERY

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Local Events & Things to Do OUR VERY OWN CALENDAR

JULY JUNE

1-31

Nightly Music in the Plaza Grizzly Plaza

7

Summer Fashion Show Style Trend Clothiers

1

Canada Day Celebrations Downtown / Queen Elizabeth Park

14

Feels Like Home Revelstoke Performing Arts Theatre

5-13

Doc Fingers 112 Lounge

14

Jazz Night Selkirk Room at the Regent

5-6

Broken Brothers River City Pub & Patio

19-26

Charlie Butler 112 Lounge

6

Summer Sidewalk Sale 200 Block of Second Street West

21-23

Triple B Dirt Bike Rally Glacier House Resort

10

Bob Log III River City Pub & Patio

19-26

Bob Rogers 112 Lounge

12

Small Town Artillery River City Pub & Patio

28-29

Val Kilmer & The New Coke River City Pub & Patio

13-14

Ryder Cup Revelstoke Golf Club

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Art Opening - Jenn Ashton &

Member’s Show

25-27

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Bank Heist Time Trial Run Revelstoke Mountain Resort

29

Summer Street Fest Begins Grizzly Plaza

Bob Rogers 112 Lounge

Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre

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Revelstoke Paddleboard Challenge Lake Revelstoke

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Art Opening - Leanne Spanza, Trish Hartwick and Katherine Russell Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre

26-27

Novascotiables River City Pub & Patio

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Garden & Art Tour Revelstoke Local Food Initiative

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AUGUST

SEPTEMBER CONTINUED

1-25

27

Nightly Music in the Plaza Grizzly Plaza

Art Opening - Jacqueline Pendergast & Tina Lindegaard Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre

2

Jordan River Festival Revelstoke Mountain Resort

27

Jazz Night Selkirk Room at the Regent

3

Summer Sidewalk Sale 200 Block of Second Street West

9

Senior’s Open

OCTOBER

The Carbons River City Pub & Patio

9-17

Luna After Party River City Pub & Patio

Revelstoke Golf Club

9-10

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1-31

Welcome to Shoulder Season!

Hahaha! Watch our Instagram Handle for last minute events

Doc Fingers 112 Lounge

22-24

Les Copeland

NOVEMBER

112 Lounge

23

1 Red Chair

Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre

River City Pub & Patio

29-31

Bob Rogers

29

31-2

Labour Day Open Revelstoke Golf Club

1

Short & Sweet Running Race Revelstoke Mountain Resort

7

Revelstoke Street Market Downtown

8

Locals Day Revelstoke Golf Club

24-29

Luna Festival Downtown

Moonlight Madness Downtown Revelstoke

112 Lounge

SEPTEMBER

Art Opening - Marlene Lowden & G.A.S.P. Stewardship Program

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Opening Day at RMR Revelstoke Mountain Resort

BY STACEY BRENSRUD

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL & STACEY BRENSRUD

It’s no secret that Revelstoke is one of the best places to raise your kids. In fact, at one time we were rated number one in the Province of BC for kindergarten readiness.

Of course, the beauty and charm of any fairytale exists only if there’s an underlying twist in the storyline, and this story is no different. It’s getting more and more expensive to live here. Our children’s version of “normal” continues to evolve amongst the very wealthy and the privileged.

People in our neighbourhood are buying brand-name Ichiban.

Not everybody gets to live where they want to live; it’s a luxury. How do we effectively teach this to our kids? How do we help them to understand the value of our clean air and water, our safe picturesque community and the ample recreational opportunities that are afforded to them?

We take them to Disneyland.

Hear me out.

We’ve always told our kids that Revelstoke is someone else’s Disneyland. We’ve had many conversations about the sacrifices that people make, just to be able to holiday in Revelstoke. We’ve explained that people work extra shifts and save their money. They eat the no-name ramen. They use up their holiday time to drive on busy highways and even fly on planes. They come to Revelstoke to do the one thing that they love the most. For some, it’s floating through the backcountry on a snowmobile through powder that defies gravity. For others, it’s biking in the silent forest or skiing past frozen waterfalls.

And so the kids made some sacrifices, just to be able to holiday in Disneyland. They worked more shifts so that they could save more money (we told them that if they did more chores, I’d be able to work more, which would help us pay for the trip. The daughter became Cinderella and I was, of course, Pinocchio). We saved our money and we ate the no-name ramen, then we used up our holiday time to drive on the busy highways. We even flew on two planes to get to Disneyland to do the one thing that we love the most. For us, it’s spending time together as a family.

The parades were splendid and the fireworks mesmerizing. We screamed and laughed and we even cried a little. We did laps on the roller coaster and listened to live music. We rode the train and the monorail, then walked hand-in-hand down the brick-lined streets of Disneyland. The trees were blossoming. Baskets of fragrant flowers hung from the ornate lamp posts. An antique fire engine beeped its horn as it passed the tall green clock with Roman numerals on its face. Indeed, we had found the happiest place on earth. This was confirmed when my Cinderella said to me, “Mom, this place looks like Revelstoke.”

I’ve always said that a big part of traveling is to gain a new appreciation for Home. I have never been disappointed to return home to Revelstoke, and our children can say the same.

Come to Revelstoke. Walk hand-in-hand down the brick-lined streets. Enjoy the trees and the flowers and the old fire engine and the clock. Eat the churros, listen to the music as the train goes by. Do laps on the Pipe Coaster. Enjoy some live music. Make great memories. Splurge on the name brand Ichiban.

And then when your holiday comes to an end, come back and re-write your fairytale all over again.

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take care

BY KRISTI NELSON

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL

Much of what makes Revelstoke special is the opportunity to put ourselves - and our bodies in amazing places and spaces, doing a variety of activities. With yin comes yang, however, and sometimes a little bit of restoration is in order, even for the wildest weekend warriors.

The breadth of quality R&R services available in Revelstoke is growing as fast as this little piece of paradise.

When adventures get the best of you, time for help soothing those muscles.... Some of our favorites for massage are Jade Wellness, where acupuncture and chiropractic services are also available, Body Logic, where Karen comes highly recommended, and Revelstoke Osteopathic Clinic; call and chat with Kim about the variety of services they offer. For a step beyond sore muscles; for example, injuries‌ Helios Rehabilitation & Performance has you covered for physio therapy needs.

When sweating out stress is what you need, Revelution offers a variety of fitness classes and Balu Yoga offers daily yoga classes; we love their Saturday + Sunday morning flow class. Find the class lists and schedule on their websites.

For a little spiritual healing, contact Talia Camozzi, a registered clinical counsellour, who is a local wonder and frequent contributor here at Substance. She offers a radically gentle approach to her clients.

For a true transformation‌ Stacey Brunetti of Touch of Light offers laser solutions including teeth whitening, laser hair removal, microdermabrasions, Radio Frequency Treatments and IPL photo facials.

Our favourite salons, Birch & Lace (give them a call and ask Amanada to best recommend a stylist to meet your needs) and 1st Impressions both offer revitalizing hair treatments to help you keep that sun damage at bay. Repose Day Spa has fully licensed aestheticians offering a wide variety of quality services such as Massage, Facials, Microblading, Nails, Body Treatments and Eyelash Extensions.

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Market Update

BY KRISTI NELSON

Revelstoke’s real estate market is on track to keep up with last year’s momentum, with 43 single family homes trading hands in the past 6 months* at an average price of over $560K, with some new trends emerging. I caught up with local realtor Tara Sutherland, who has recently rejoined the team at Revelstoke’s Re/Max Office for her take on the market.

seeing the highest increase in average sale price over the previous 6 months of any area of Revelstoke.

Attached and strata units are trending up too, in fact, the average sale price on strata units in Revelstoke has more than doubled in the past 3 years (it was $175K and for the past 6 month period, the average price was $424K); clearly there is hot demand for semi-detached and condo type housing. Phase II of Mackenzie Village can’t come soon enough!

“A trend I have noticed in the last 30 days is an increase in properties around the MacKenzie Avenue area and downtown,” she says. At press time: “Eight such homes, to be exact, many of which are heritage homes, which we have not had much inventory of in the past year, creating some fantastic buying opportunities for families who want to be downtown.” The prices are reflecting this demand, as well, with the downtown region

Land prices are difficult to compare, as the data represents everything from city lots to acreages.

Location plays a huge role in pricing, too, so we are left with few if any examples of comparing apples to apples. What we can definitively tell you however is that year to date in 2019, the

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Numbers by Neighborhood ARROW HEIGHTS

10 - Number of Sales $663k - Average Sale Price 69 - Average Days on Market

BIG EDDY

4 - Number of Sales $442k - Average Sale Price 143 - Average Days on Market

DOWNTOWN/FARWELL/CPR

14 - Number of Sales $572k - Average Sale Price 75 - Average Days on Market

SOUTHSIDE

6 - Number of Sales $552k - Average Sale Price 127 - Average Days on Market

COLUMBIA PARK

8 - Number of Sales $503k - Average Sale Price 39 - Average Days on Market

How Much?

average lot in Revelstoke sold for just over $267,000, with sales hitting the $400’s. “As single family home prices creep up, we are seeing a trend of smaller city lots being snapped up; building is appealing to these buyers,” says Sutherland.

How swiftly can homeowners expect to sell?

Columbia Park listings spent the least average time on the market (average of just 39 days). In Arrow Heights, 70% of inventory cleared within 90 days.

In the greater downtown region, nearly half of the sales reported in this period took place within just 30 days of listing. *Market data from OMREB based on the 6 month period ended May 25, 2019, unless otherwise stated. ** Market data from OMREB based on 2019 calendar YTD information as of May 25, 2019.

Here are the number of homes sold in specific price ranges in the past 6 months

$200k’s - 1 $300k’s - 6 $400k’s - 7 $500k’s - 12 $600k’s - 9 $700k’s - 7 $800k’s - 1

THEInspired KITCHEN

BY KELSEY KINDRET

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL

Renovations are notoriously stressful, and with most kitchens being the epicentre of the household, taking the most wear and tear, careful planning is required! These local homeowners, with the help of our team of professionals, put a lot of time and thought into planning their renovations. The results speak for themselves.

As you can see from the “Before” photo, this classic 70’s kitchen - while well loved over the years - was ready for a facelift.

The decision to modernize this space was both an aesthetic and practical one; today’s appliance models are increasingly larger than the kitchens were designed for, and current models often do not fit into existing spaces. Another practicality missing from many kitchens of this era? A dishwasher, which we can all agree makes for a great upgrade. Modern cabinet layouts are more efficient, too, and in the case of this kitchen, we were actually able to replace all of the cupboard space the original kitchen had and centralize it all on just one wall of tall cabinets. This allowed for the transition to floating shelves above the countertops, which give the space an open, expansive, airy, bright feel, while providing the homeowners a place to showcase their personal style.

These homeowners are avid cooks who love to entertain, and now their space reflects their lifestyle. They incorporated unique personal touches, for example their own live edge wood slab; locally sourced wood which they milled themselves. This touch and the wood shelving add warmth and texture to the otherwise contemporary design.

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It’s rare to see an “island sink” in Revelstoke - usually they point towards the best view the house has to offer.

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Painted cabinets in a variety of colours and shades create a subtle statement in the space. Any colour can be incorporated to suit your decor and style.

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Open shelving is very popular, for a few reasons. It makes kitchens look larger and taller, makes it easy for guests to find what they are looking for, and gives homeowners an opportunity to add personal touches which can easily change with the times; many rotate decor seasonally. Wood is overwhelmingly the most popular choice for these shelves in Revelstoke; it adds that authentic detail.

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INTERIOR DESIGN BY KELSEY KINDRET CABINETRY & MILLWORK BY LORTAP

Ahh.. classic 70’s. While appreciated, loved and well used, this before shot really shows how far this space has come.

BEFORE RENOVATION

This kitchen is a great example of how a cohesive look can be achieved even when using a variety of materials and colours.

Two-tone cabinets and countertop colours merge modern grey tones with contemporary whites and wood tone. The result? A decidedly custom, transitional space.

INTERIOR DESIGN BY KELSEY KINDRET CABINETRY & MILLWORK BY LORTAP

The beautiful outdoors pour into this space, featuring sleek, modern, crisp lines, slab style doors and muted colours designed to not upstage the gorgeous river and mountain view.

Note the strategic sink placement!

CABINETRY & MILLWORK BY LORTAP

Choosing A Reputable Builder

BY NATHAN WESTON & KRISTI NELSON

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF STRAIGHT UP CONTRUCTION

Building or renovating a house can be overwhelming. Consumers need to ask the right questions before making decisions about what is typically the biggest single investment they’ll ever make; their home! Whether it’s choosing tradespeople for repairs, entrusting a contractor with a renovation project, or selecting your home builder, the right answers to important questions matter. We asked Nathan Weston of Straight Up Construction to come up with a checklist to help navigate this process. Here are Straight Up’s top 10 points consumers should get clarity on before embarking on any large scale project.

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1. Confirm they are a licensed residential builder.

Why? If not, you won’t be protected by any kind of warranty and you’ll be personally liable for any non-payment of suppliers or trades.

It’s legally mandated by the Provincial Building Act. Check the Public Registry of Residential Builders at bchousing.org to make certain they are legit and be wary of any builder working under a different builder’s license.

2. We strongly recommend selecting your builder before choosing your designer or drafter.

Leveraging the builder’s experience and resources not only streamlines the entire process, it can also reduce design and building costs for your new home.

3. Get references from the builder’s last 3 projects.

Call each and ask how the initial quote and construction schedule matched up with the final project cost and completion date.

4. Find out as much as you can about their process and customer service style, from start to finish.

How transparent are their systems, what will be documented, and how?

5. What is their approach to the permitting process? How do they prepare and quality assure applications that are error free and cause no delays?

6. Clear, concise and open lines of communication are imperative to keeping the process as stress-free as possible. It’s therefore important to clarify how frequent updates, meetings, phone conversations, or other communications will be.

7. What kinds of technological innovations do they embrace and are they available for your use? We make tools for communication a top priority from the get go. We offer tons of practical and in-depth educational resources at revelstokehomebuilders.ca, and our state-of-art project management software system connects our clients to every project detail including costs and timelines. We feel that it’s vital this information is laid out for the homeowner to utilize and analyze for themselves.

8. Get details on the payment schedule and financial expectations up-front, before signing the contract.

9. Find out who will be doing the work; in-house staff, or will much of it be contracted out? If it’s a variety of providers, how are they selected, and how are relationships maintained with partners?

In our case, our core team of electrical, plumbing, roofing, drywall, and painting subcontractors have been with us since 2004, and we can count on them to meet our expectations every time.

10. What systems are in place to help control and respect budget? Again, this is where embracing the right technology makes a big difference. The best feature of our project management system is how it tracks changes and provides options to minimize related expenses. These efficiencies can pass along real savings to the customer, both in terms of time and dollars.

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36 HOURS IN REVelstoke #withyourtribe

BY KRISTI NELSON

Planning a trip to Revelstoke and suddenly all your friends want to come? Yes. It happens a lot.

The struggle is real. Book early and we can help you plan!

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL

Friday evening - Check in...

Does having a variety of activities available right on-site appeal to your group? Stay at Glacier House Resort; the perfect springboard to your wilderness adventure.

Breakfast is included and room configurations include everything from traditional suites to a family style cabin.

Stay and play packages are available including a couple of unique opportunities you won’t find anywhere else in town; a ski boat rental, ATV side by side rentals from your door, and mountain bike shuttle services. SUP, canoes, dirt bikes and canoes can also be rented here.

Prefer to keep it close to the action? Stay right downtown at the Regent Inn, offering a variety of room layouts and historic charm. Dining options on-site include fine dining at the 112, creative cocktails and a quick bite in the lounge, or everything from burgers to Lucy’s lasagna at the River City pub, which later becomes the epicentre of Revelstoke’s nightlife. The hot tub out back makes for the perfect meet-up spot for your crew.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY TOM POOLE

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESTY OF GREAT CANADIAN ADVENTURES

Saturday Either enjoy one of the aforementioned adventures, or explore downtown. Since it’s Saturday, take in Revelstoke’s ever-growing Farmer’s Market scene - check out page 30 for our market basket of favourite finds - or check out the cute boutiques and museums.

Evening: Time for dinner and some nightlife. The Quartermaster offers fine dining with a couple of private dining rooms (call ahead). Revelstoke’s summer street fest in Grizzly Plaza also adds to the town’s charm and vibe with free live musical entertainment playing from 6:30-9:30 pm (page 80 has the full schedule).

Book this one ahead of time, but Gin enthusiasts rejoice; Jones Distilling, located in the iconic Mountain View School building, offers a unique opportunity to create your own custom bottle of gin; takes 2 hours and is called The Canadian Gin Guild, the first-of-its-kind in Canada.

More into just drinking rather than making? Tasting & Tour events also available for libations and learning… while, conveniently, right across the hall you’ll find “Old School” - a classroom turned gorgeous restaurant with innovative twists on classic favourites, a fun spot with a group.

Sunday Option 1: Head up to RMR to all it has to offer - great dining options, hiking (the sub peak hike offers epic views that are surprisingly SO different than the view from the top of the Stoke chair), the PIPE you keep hearing about, and, for an intense adrenaline rush - the new mountain biking trails opening mid-July. RMR will open a top-to-bottom trail, Fifty Six Twenty - meaning, vertical feet - a 45-60 minute adventure for intermediate/advanced riders, in addition to the 4.6 km multiuse Greely Trail. Bike Rentals available at the base of the hill.

Option 2: Take a day of R&R. Check out page 52 for a listing of health and wellness practitioners, classes and services you can fit into your time in town.

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PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESTY OF REVELSTOKE ARTS COUNCIL

36 HOURS IN REVelstoke

#familyfriendly

BY KRISTI NELSON

For many, the ritualistic quick pit stop with the kids on the highway about-half-way between Vancouver and Calgary has morphed into an overnight extension of the holiday. With so much to see, do, taste and try, why not extend it to a full 36 hours?

WHERE TO STAY

For a room with a view and beach access, iconic 3 Valley Gap boasts a rustic, historic little theme park for the kids train rides, mini golf, a playground, gardens to explore, an indoor pool, all on the lake nestled in the majestic mountains, just 15 minutes west of town. A variety of room configurations and styles are available, including a loft with multiple beds - the rates are family-friendly too.

Prefer to stay right in town? Freshly appointed with its heated outdoor pool and hot buffet breakfast, and shuttle service to downtown, the Best Western Plus is a family favourite.

Friday evening

Check in, and figure out dinner. If your kids are sushi hounds like mine, Kawakubo is where to go. Call ahead to secure a private little room upstairs, where kids can be kids. We also love Nico’s Pizza for a quick slice or a delicious panini. The River City pub is family friendly until 9 pm for a great burger and a game of pool.

Street fest runs nightly all summer in the plaza, parents can chill while kids run wild, dance up a storm and pose with the bears all while enjoying live music, summer treats and our mountain culture.

Saturday

Choose your own adventure: • A tour of the Ghost Town at 3 Valley Gap complete with mini golf and a train ride, and lakeview lunch in the restaurant.

• A SkyTrek adventure in the trees; a great way to get a little exercise and a break from the sun. My brave then-nine year old coerced me through the ropes course last summer - so fun!

• Halcyon Hot Springs - Stop at Mt. MacPherson or Begbie Falls on your way down Hwy 23 South for a hike, then proceed to the ferry. Enjoy the ride and view; it’s a great way to cool off in the breeze on a hot day. Enjoy the pools at Halcyon for the afternoon and if you time it right, grab dinner at the Kingfisher before heading back on what always feels like a magical evening ferry cruise back across.

• Pack a picnic and check out one our local beaches on page 68.

sunday

RMR. New this year: mountain biking on the hill! Always a hit: the PIPE. I recommend doing the three ride package on the pipe; the first ride to get your bearings and a sense of the brake, the second ride to enjoy the scenery, and the third? Time to put the pedal to the metal. With great dining options with mountain views and a variety of levels hiking trails at the top of the gondola, you could easily spend the whole day.

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Revelstoke’s proximity to the Shuswap lakes (45 minutes) makes for a great, quick day trip, but truth be told, we are surrounded by beautiful water right here in town and there’s no need to brave summer traffic on the highways in order to hit the beach. Here are a few of our favourite spots to unwind and take a dip on a hot day.

WILLIAMSON’S LAKE - Revelstoke’s oldest and most beloved local swimming hole. Why? It’s close to town, has bathroom facilities and is family friendly.

The water isn’t freezing when summer hits, so it’s easy to go for a dip without the wet suit, and it ’s great for kids of all ages - the sand offers endless play for the littles, there is a mini golf area and playground in case the weather turns, and it’s long been a Revelstoke teenage tradition to swim across the lake to “little rock” and “big rock” - a fun jumping point.

MARTHA CREEK PROVINCIAL PARK - located 20 minutes from town past the dam on Highway 23 North, this park boasts a boat launch, short term dock usage, picnic area, a playground, flush toilets and a dog beach in addition to camping facilities if you wish to spend the night. Paved access roads are great for kids’ bikes and scooters too. The boat launch is across from our third favourite beach....

(NOT SO) SECRET BEACH - about 1000 meters

before the turn off to Martha Creek is the entrance to Secret Beach. When you see the number of cars parked alongside the highway, you will know it has’t been a secret for awhile. Carefully park along the highway, and look for the pathway that is hard to miss. A 5 minute walk takes you down to a stretch of old highway (from before the Dam was built).

Walk across the old highway to a beautiful stretch of beach! This beach is dog friendly. Be warned there are no bathroom or refuse facilities so plan accordingly, also please plan to pack out anything you bring in (garbage and doggy business included).

If you walk to the left when you get to the old highway, at the end is another beautiful beach area and a small bay. Lake Revelstoke is super inviting with it’s emerald green glacier fed waters, however, it’s often too cold to swim until late July... unless you are a true northerner!

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get your BIKE STORY AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL

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Welcome to Revelstoke. The town that loves to pedal. Like, everywhere.

It’s no secret, Revelstoke loves its bikes. Some of us have road bikes, mountain bikes, townie bikes, cruiser bikes, fat bikes, or maybe even one of each. Entire sheds are built to house the ever-growing collection of two-wheeled human-powered carbon-framed cycles. In Revelstoke everyone rides, and many are doing it all year. Snow is no deterrent for the brave, cold-weather hardened locals. Out come the studded tires and wham! Biking is a year-round activity!

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ROAD Speed through town, sporting your spandex and aero-dynamic helmet, or take a sweet ride out to 12 mile via Airport Way. If you really want a good workout, head up Highway 23 North towards Martha Creek. The climb that takes you up past the Revelstoke Dam will really break a sweat. If Highway 23 North isn’t enough of a leg burner for you, try biking to the top of Mount Revelstoke. It’s a 26km paved hill that never ends. The reward?

Coming back down.

MOUNTAIN We could go on forever with this one. Revelstoke and the surrounding area is home to world class mountain biking terrain. Mt MacPherson sports 40km of single-track trails. If you are looking for a view that kills and some sweet alpine, the Frisby Ridge XC trail will never disappoint. If you are like me, and own a mountain bike, but are lacking the nerve to send it, the trails along the valley floor that border the Columbia River are a great place to put your thicker tires to good use.

TOWNIE Okay, I think everyone in town owns one of these.

Whether it’s circa 1940 or a brand-new replica of something similar, these bikes have the “cool factor”.

Lighter than your average beach cruiser and often faster, these are parked literally everywhere around town. The re-birth of the townie has contributed to the explosion of downtown bike parking complete with raised gardens.

CRUISER

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Similar to a townie in that you wouldn’t want to take one of these off-roading. Distinguishable by their wide set handlebars, colourful paint jobs and sheer weight no joke! These are the Cadillacs of all bikes. Don’t bother trying to lift them!

These monster wheeled bikes are something to behold. Biking enthusiasts from all over the world have been trying to prefect the frame design for close to 40 years. It’s catching on and although you may not see too many of them around during the summer, they are likely just locked away waiting for winter!

If you are visiting Revelstoke and didn’t bring your bike, have no fear! Revelstoke is home to several bike shops that offer hourly or daily rentals. You can grab some wheels and blend with the locals while seeing our beautiful valley from another perspective!

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Summer Instagram Round-up

Instagram. One of the world’s largest photo-sharing social media platforms. If you are passionate about anything, work or personal, you likely have one or more accounts to share your adventures and endeavours with the world. We have handpicked some of our favourite posts that reflect Summer living in Revelstoke.

Check out these great shots taken by Insta-enthusiasts. check out their handles if you want to see more of their work! If you would like to be featured in a future issue visit substancerevelstoke.com to submit your favourite shots.

@ryanvanveenphotography

@calibreus

@sozoinc

@chadd1

photos by @ijonjean

@aleximostertphotography

@ryanvanveenphotography

@melissa_sessa

@jessicaameliaphotos

photos by @alfordrob

@sozoinc

@chadd1

@melissa_sessa

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@aleximostertphotography

LittLe-Known Facts about one big ResoRt:

BY KRISTI NELSON

PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH MICKEL

Family owned and operated

by the Bell family since its inception in 1960, 3 Valley Gap has grown into an iconic landmark. As it grew over the years, so did the family running it, all living on-site at one time. Matriarch Ethel Bell, now in her 80’s, lives there, and can be found in the office every morning. Her late husband Gordon’s work ethic was legendary and he was also known for always taking the time to tend to details, including his personalized “wake up calls” before the phone systems were in place; guests would be roused by a “knock knock” on their door in the morning (when requested). His spirit lives on as does his desired legacy, to provide a great place for future generations to work; they all remember his parking lot cleaning technique; widely known as the “sweep-tap-tap!” Grandma Bell wants everyone to know that just because the big red roof looks fancy, guests need not assume the room rates are too high, and we dug up a few more tidbits you might not know about the majestic hotel nestled where three valleys meet.

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It’s basically off the grid!

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The magical twinkling lights you see beckoning you from across the lake are powered by the chateau’s own hydroelectric dam.

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The property is spring water fed.

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There is no wifi in the rooms, either (but you’ll find it in the lobby) which helps with escaping modern reality and getting into the heritage spirit.

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The Heritage Ghost Town, contains 25 historical buildings and replicas from the area, including the Bellevue Hotel from Sicamous which was fully restored, board by board to its original glory, and furnished with authentic antiques.

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The Historic Ghost Town hosts as many as 1,000 guests on a busy summer day

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It’s lakefront, with its own beach perfect for swimming, boating and other water sports.

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It’s open just for the summer months (May to September), so seize the moment!

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The hotel has over 160 rooms, 40 of which were newly renovated this year.

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It’s home to the actual train car Trudeau Sr. made famous (or infamous) with his “wave to the west” way back when. Get this summer’s must-have tourist selfie, let’s see if we can get these hashtags trending…

#flippingthebirdfromthetrudeautraincar #threevalleylakechateau

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It’s a must-stop for train enthusiasts featuring 12 pieces of rolling stock and North America’s largest fully operational, covered turntable roundhouse .

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Besides being famous as an iconic landmark of western Canadian road trips, it was also featured on the Space Network a few years ago on a program called Stranded.

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It features one of the only places in the area to take the kids mini golfing, or on a train ride.

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Home to its own antique car museum, there are 15 beauties waiting for you to behold.

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One of the only lakeside dining options in the area, the restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a beautiful lake and mountain view!

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It’s a very budget friendly option!

3 VALLEY LAKE CHATEAU 250.837.2109 3valley.com /ThreeValleyLakeChateau

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REASONS to return

BY KRISTI NELSON PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROYCE SIHLIS

Revelstoke has been on the radar of the the jet-set, expert ski crowd for decades, catering to heli and skiers and cat skiers from all over the world. The development of RMR has made accessing some of the world’s best skiing and powder a breeze.

The terrain currently developed can prove challenging or even a bit intimidating for younger skiers and beginners, but with the latest expansion plans, this is about to change! Last fall, RMR announced imminent plans to develop a new lift which will open this coming season, and will transform the hill into a more familyfriendly destination.

The Cupcake chair will sit off to the left of the Gondola, if you are looking at the hill from the base, between the Revelation Gondola and the Ripper Chair. This will provide additional access to the Ripper Chair (access is currently reliant on riding to the top of the Stoke Chair) and open up 6 brand new runs - four green and two blue - terrain suitable for beginner to immediate skiers, a welcome addition for those looking to build skills and confidence before dropping into the North Bowl.

To accommodate the extra skiers, more gondola cabins will also be added to the main Revelation Gondola line, and

additional chairs will be added to both the Stoke chair and Ripper chair. Not only a reason to come back, but to bring along the whole gang!

Revelstoke’s nightlife scene is also quite family friendly with local pubs like the River City open serving families until 9 pm and fun mountain-esque collaborative activities such as Axe Throwing, one of the coolest bowling alleys around, and an Escape Room.

Finally, another reason to bring the kids... we would be remiss to not highlight one of the most family friendly aspects of RMR; its policy on Tot and Chaperone passes. RMR offers FREE skiing to kids under 5 (and their chaperones!) on the lower mountain. Every parent of youngsters who ski can attest to just not knowing quite how the day will go by the time you gear up, leave the house... arrive... and when other hills charge kids in addition to charging parents for either a lift or for a “foot pass” just to watch kids to “ski” the bunny slope, parents are invested in making that day work and getting a few runs in, whether the child is up for it or not... RMR’s community building approach really takes the pressure off, and fosters a true love of skiing without pressure for families!

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