The Home News Davisville - JULY 2017

ISSUE 07 • 2017

DAVISVILLE, LEASIDE, MOORE PARK, BENNINGTON HEIGHTS

RECIPE

Korean

Steak Tacos

WIN BLUE JAYS

CLUB SEATS

MAKE YOUR OLDER HOME

FEEL NEW 5 simple ways

I’m not number One...

YOU ARE! What People Are Saying About Sheree...

“I contacted Sheree to sell our Leaside family home of almost 60 years. From the onset she was always informative, knowledgeable, professional, honest, hard working, very personable and available 24/7 to assist me, answer questions, and relieve the stress throughout the entire process. Her expertise in the field from preparing the home for sale to staging, photographing, marketing and selling, contributed to a positive experience and a successful outcome. I highly recommend Sheree to anyone who ventures into the real estate market. She makes you “Number 1” and she is a pleasure to work with.”

- Dorothy Hunt

“As veterans of the Toronto real estate market, we feel fortunate to have had Sheree’s services for our last four transactions. From finding the perfect buyer for a tough sell some years ago to negotiating a handsome premium over asking on our last sale, Sheree has always handled every detail of our real estate requirements with consummate professionalism. She also has a peerless support team of painters, stagers etc. to make the whole process go smoothly. Thank you Sheree!”

- Sonny & Jasmine

“Sheree Cerqua is a leading Realtor for a reason. When we sold our home this year, we relied on Sheree for her professional advice on how to price and market our property for the best possible outcome. She is personable and involved in every detail throughout the process, acting as a savvy and informed guide and most importantly, as an advocate for her client. We would highly recommend Sheree to anyone in the process of selling a home in the GTA. She has a handle on market data, best positioning and a deep list of contacts that truly makes a world of difference in the outcome. Besides, she is funny and warm and you would enjoy her company even if she wasn’t your agent!”

- Anne-Marie & Brian

Call me for a complimentary evaluation of your home. I look forward to discuss with you what you can do to prepare your home for sale and how to get top dollar. I am a full service Realtor® that has specialized in our neighbourhood for almost 20 years!

Work with a hands on, experienced professional that you can trust!

SHEREE CERQUA SALES REPRESENTATIVE 416 275 5224 direct 416 487 5131 office

sheree@shereecerqua.com Not intended to solicit properties currently or in the process of selling with another brokerage.

Ultimate Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently owned and operated

LOOKING TO SELL?

H E R E ’ S W H AT P E O P L E A R E S AY I N G From the start, I WAS IMPRESSED WITH SARAH’S LOCAL KNOWLEDGE OF DAVISVILLE and with her assessment of the key selling attributes and potential issues to consider regarding our property. She quickly understood the unique features of our home that would distinguish it from other listings. She developed a strategy for selling the home that was designed to meet our objectives, including maximizing interest in our home, and worked hard to try to ensure we followed the strategy. The result was a resounding success. We ultimately had many showings that led to multiple offers. In dealing with the offers I was particularly impressed with her commitment to the strategy and her approach to discussions and negotiations.

Sarah was honest and straightforward and clearly outlined the ground rules to the interested buyers at the outset. After multiple rounds of bidding, we were able to reach agreement and sold our house for above the list price setting a new record for home sale value in Davisville.

- Scott D From the first day we started working with Sarah, SHE BROUGHT HER “A”GAME. Sarah held our hands and guided us through this monumental change in our lives. And she did this without ever letting us feel like it wasn’t always about us, about our needs, about what we wanted. Sarah works hard for her clients. We didn’t anticipate buying a house before we were ready to sell our condo, so when our offer was accepted, the pressure was on. She advised us on what we needed to do before listing, and kept us focused and motivated as we worked through an exhausting to-do list. She managed our challenging 2 day timeline, between moving day and listing day, with pinpoint precision. When we were ready, she expertly led her staging team to transform the condo into a truly stunning show home. Her guidance and drive made all of the difference and we sold within two days! There is nobody we would rather have on our side.

- Arti & Marilyn We were in a tough situation and WE JUST FEEL SO LUCKY THAT WE HAD SARAH’S EXPERTISE AND HELP WITH THIS PROCESS, and that everything worked out so perfectly. My mother’s property had been her home for over 25 years and leaving it was a tough decision but Sarah helped her handle the transition and transaction with compassion and understanding I can’t say enough about Sarah’s expertise, attentiveness, warmth and professionalism. What she brought to this process made it painless and resulted in an outcome that exceeded our expectations. We would strongly recommend Sarah.

- Gord & Julie I HONESTLY CAN’T IMAGINE HAVING GONE THROUGH THE PROCESS OF BUYING OR SELLING WITHOUT HER. She’s a pro! She was always looking out for us every step of the way. She made the process smooth for us, she staged our house beautifully - she really has an eye for detail and decor. Sarah has also clearly made many connections in her career and knows every kind of professional you might need when selling your home. During offer night, which was a very emotional and nervous time for us, she was calm and expertly navigated the negotiations. I would highly recommend Sarah to anyone looking to buy or sell!

- Meghan H -

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KOREAN STEAK TACOS

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Exquisite, newly built 3-storey custom home featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, exhibiting the finest quality finishes and attention to detail. Approximately 2,500 square feet on a 26.7’ x 125’ lot in the high demand neighborhood of Davisville Village.

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deliciousdish recipe

Korean

STEAK TACOS WITH CUCUMBER SALAD AND SUMAC PICKLED ONIONS

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CAROLYN COHEN BA, BScOT Founder/Chef/Recipe Developer

DELICIOUSDISH Cooking School specializes in Whole Food Home Cooking, Meal Planning, Recipe Developing and Healthy Eating. #CookAtHome

love tacos and I love Korean flavours. This combination is irresistible and a fantastic easy summer entertaining dish! Both skirt steak and flank steak need a long marinating time and need to be sliced super thin once cooked. The sumac in the pickled onion adds a fantastic red colour and sour flavour that goes really nicely in the tacos. You can buy sumac in a ground powder form in a specialty shop. It comes from the sumac bush found in the middle east, the berry is dried and ground, it has a lemony flavor.

D: 416.200.3522 E: deliciousdish@rogers.com DeliciousDish.ca

SERVES 6-I0

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

• 1 skirt steak or flank steak

• Blend all the marinade ingredients together in a blender or food processor, leave a little texture.

• 12-20 small corn tortillas • 1 avocado, peeled and diced STEAK MARINADE

• 1 bunch green onions, white parts only or 1/2 a small onion • 1/3 cup toasted sesame seeds • 3 cloves garlic • 1" piece of fresh ginger, washed (no need to peel) • 1/3 cup low sodium tamari or soy sauce • 1/4 cup toasted sesame oil • 3 tbsp mirin (rice wine) CUCUMBER SALAD

• Place in a zip lock bag, place steak in the bag. Marinate overnight or up to 2 days.

• When ready to grill... remove meat from the fridge for 1 hour before grilling.

• To make the Cucumber Salad: Slice the cucumber in half in the width so that it is easier to handle, take each half and slice into half or quarters in the length. Now slice into thin pieces, I do this on a slicer so I get super thin slices. Place slices in a medium size mixing bowl. Drizzle the vinegar and oil over the cucumbers, sprinkle with the salt and sugar (if using), mix and toss together very well. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, toss. Let marinate at room temp for about 30 minutes or longer before serving. Toss again before serving.

• To make the Sumac Pickled Onions: mix the onions in a medium bowl with the red wine vinagar, sumac and salt. Mix well and let sit for 30 minutes or so.

• 1 English cucumber

• Turn your BBQ to high for 10-15 minutes. Once the grill is hot, turn it down to medium.

• 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar

• Remove the steak from the marinade and shake off excess.

• 1 tsp. sesame oil • 1/2 tsp kosher salt • Pinch of sugar, optional • Toasted black and white sesame seeds SUMAC PICKLED ONIONS

• 1/2 red onion, very finely sliced

• Place the meat on the grill. Cover the grill and cook the steak for about 4 minutes, flip and repeat.

• Allow steaks to “rest” (lightly covered in foil) on cutting board for 10 minutes before slicing.

• Slice thinly on an angle, serve a few pieces on soft corn tortillas, topped with Cucumber Salad, Sumac Pickled Onions and cubed avocado. DELICIOUSDISH

• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar • 1 tsp sumac • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

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5 IDEAS!

WHAT TO DO WITH KIDS THIS SUMMER

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PLAYGROUNDS, CITY POOLS

Burn off some energy and get active. Be sure to pack water and snacks.

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SHORES OF LAKE ONTARIO

From Niagara-on-the-Lake to Oshawa, you will find a multitude of shoreline parks, river inlets, piers and commercial shopping areas. Get out of the car and walk around. You will feel like you got away.

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INDOOR PLAY CENTRES

Some malls, fast food chains and recreation centres offer play areas to keep kids out of the heat of summer.

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NIGHTTIME MOVIES OUTDOORS

Many community parks organize a weekly family movie night where you bring your own blankets and snacks.

Host your own outdoor movie night and have the kids camp out in the backyard.

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VISIT RELATIVES

Healthy childhood’s consist of socializing with extended family. Excellent way to nurture family bonds and create happy childhood memories.

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home décor

WAYS TO MAKE YOUR OLDER HOME

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FEELNew

reaming of improving your home, but a major remodel isn't necessarily in the budget? It may seem basic, but a fresh coat of paint is an easy trick to give your home a new look. Try some of these simple, inexpensive paint projects that make for quick updates and keep the old-home charm.

PAI NT KITC H EN CAB I N E TS This is an economical way to transform an outdated kitchen into something timeless. Select a primer that is recommended for the type of surface you have, then remove the cabinet doors and hardware and label them for easier reassembly. Use painter's tape to protect the wall or backsplash tile and cover the countertop with plastic or poly-sheeting. Instead of the typical two-step process to apply poly-sheeting, try using Painter's Mate doublesided poly-hanging tape to make prep time a breeze.

C R E ATE AN ACCE NT WALL This focal point can be a powerful design move, breaking up the traditional look of having four same-coloured walls. Plus, it's an easy way to play with colour in a new way without committing to painting a whole room. When selecting the colour, the accent wall should complement the adjacent wall colour. When in doubt, paint your statement wall two shades darker than the rest.

R E VAM P D R AWER P U LL S AN D DOO R HAN D LE S Give your home a small but impactful refresh by updating worn door handles, drawer knobs and pulls. Instead of replacing everything, try repainting - all you need is a screwdriver to remove knobs and handles and a metal spray paint. Before painting, clean the hardware and lightly sand to ensure that paint adheres easily. Add a layer of clear lacquer after the paint dries to help prevent scratches. >>>

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PAI NT YO U R CE I LI N G If your home already has a fresh coat of paint, then look to other areas that could use a touch-up, such as the ceilings.

When repainting the ceiling, don't be afraid to add a pop of colour. Whether dramatic or subtle, adding colour to the fifth wall can alter the geometry of a room, tricking the eye and changing the feel of a space.

PRO TIP : Use a roller with extended reach to tackle high ceilings.

R EFR E S H TR I M Details such as moulding, trim and baseboards can seem relatively minor but create a significant impact. As these accents are the visual foundation for a space, you can change the look of any room by simply playing them up with a crisp white colour.

Find more painting projects and tips online at paintersmategreen.com. THN www.newscanada.com

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