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Fashion & Life &

Beauty Community
26 WHAT’S NEW 48 MONEY TALKS
The hottest products How to manage your
and latest news from finances in an emergency
the world of beauty
50 THE FAMILY WAY
28 LIKE A PRO Navigating tough con-
Simple steps to get the versations with your
look of a salon manicure siblings isn’t easy, but
at home it can be done

30 PROFILE
Maye Musk talks career,
social media, why she
loves Canada and more

33 SLEEPING BEAUTY
Experts weigh in on
how to wake up feeling
fresh and looking great

39 TWO WAYS ABOUT IT

Dressed up or dressed
down, these outfits wow

39
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20
Check out
Canada’s favourite
beauty buys
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 JUNE 2019
Health &
Fitness
56 THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT
The thyroid produces
regulating hormones.
Find out why yours
should be checked
62 Home &
Garden
98
62 VIBRANT REVAMP
How an award-winning
designer brought a
whole lot of happy to
her heritage home
66 HERBAL ESSENCE
Add some zest to your
life by cultivating these
easy-to-grow herbs
I N EVE RY ISSUE
9 EDITOR’S LETTER
12 REAL LIFE MADE SIMPLE
20 COOK THE COVER
FOOD STYLING, MICHAEL ELLIOTT/JUDYINC.COM
97 RECIPE INDEX
Cook
& Eat
72 QUICK & EASY
Five satisfying, healthy
meals for every day of
the workweek
78 NEW GRILL IN TOWN
Veggies steal the culinary
spotlight in these plant-
forward barbecue recipes
82 GRILLED TO PERFECTION
Barbecue chicken dishes
that’ll have your family
asking for more
84 PLATES OF PLENTY
Small-plate Asian dishes
that showcase the flavours
of Hong Kong and Thailand
92 BACK TO BASICS
Comforting desserts make
the most of fresh, in-season
fruit bursting with flavour
PHOTOGRAPHY, MAYA VISNYEI
PROP STYLING, GEARY HOUSE
CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 7
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Eastern
promises
If you’re like us, the onset of June signals not only summer-
time, but also summer vacation time (a throwback to our ear-
liest school days, no doubt). Whether it’s whiling away weeks
at the cottage or a 10-night 10-city breakneck tour through
Europe’s capitals, a getaway is inevitably on the books for
these warm-weather months. With that in mind—and
inspired by the results of a recent reader survey in which you
told us that you want to travel more, and are interested in
trying more global cuisine—we’re very excited to feature an
amazing opportunity this issue. In partnership with the Hong
Kong Tourism Board and the Tourism Authority of Thailand,
we’re offering a contest in which two lucky winners will
receive the trip of a lifetime. This contest highlights the coun-
tries’ 2Culturesonetrip joint initiative, and consists of a week
touring the incredible destinations of Hong Kong, Bangkok
and Chiang Rai. Phenomenal, right? Turn to page 24 for
additional details, and to see how to enter.
But if you’re not the winner of our contest, don’t despair.
We’ve got something for the “kitchen table traveller,” too.
When some of our Food Team took a similar trip this past
winter, they brought back a number of culinary secrets to
share, and the recipes in this issue are the result, focusing on
the authentic ingredients and cooking techniques of these
illustrious regions. Cook the Cover (page 20) mixes ele-
ments from both cultures for one plateful of deliciousness,
and our “Plates of Plenty” story on page 84 goes a step fur-
ther, providing you with enough essential yummy dishes
and tips to keep you and yours satisfied, all Tested-Till-
Perfect, of course!
No matter where your travels take you this season, we
wish you bon voyage! And bon appetit!
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YOU
COULD A TRIP FOR TWO TO BEAUTIFUL BANGKOK, HONG KONG AND CHIANG RAI.

WIN!
PHOTOGRAPHY, MAYA VISNYEI (ANANTARA, STREET FOOD)

1 2 3 4
1. Just imagine yourself floating in this infinity pool at 137 Pillars Bangkok! 2. You can walk with elephants at the Anantara Golden Triangle mahout camp.
3. At Hong Kong’s Hotel Vic, you can dine overlooking the city’s famed harbour. 4. Hong Kong’s revered street food awaits the culinary connoisseur.

CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 9

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real life made simple

14 EXTRA, EXTRA
2
tricks, tips and Instead of paper towel or
a cloth, try pages from
ideas we love an old newspaper for

this month
cleaning glass surfaces like
windows. They won’t leave
lint behind. Newsprint
also absorbs unpleasant
odours—crumple up and
stuff into food storage
containers or shoes
overnight to keep them
smelling fresh.

WHAT’S OLD
IS NEW
Canadian brand The Sleep
Shirt takes it back—way
back—when it comes to
nightwear, drawing inspira-
tion from 19th-century che-
mises. Despite the Victorian
vision, the Vancouver-based
PRODUCED BY SARAH DZIEDZIC

company produces locally

and ethically made modern
cotton and linen nightshirts
that are comfy as PJs, yet
chic enough to wear as
beach cover-ups.
Short SLEEP SHIRT, $230,
thesleepshirt.com.

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ALL HAIL
Though its origin story
is debated, Canadians
fly the flag for the
4
Bloody Caesar, believing Wool Do
it was invented by a Did you know that merino wool
Calgary bartender is breathable, thermo-
in 1969. This year regulating and odour-resistant,
marks the 50th making it totally suitable
anniversary of the for the summer months? Since
popular cocktail—so the natural fibres regulate
take the opportunity body temperature, lightweight
to raise a glass to this merino-blend apparel can keep
savoury drink all you cool and dry throughout
summer long. any activity or season.

3
SMARTWOOL Merino Sport
Collection, $35 to $160,
smartwool.com.

Foodie Follow
Share your CL creations
with us on Instagram and
tag us with #CLgetcooking,
like @jill_landreville did
when she made our creamy,
dreamy Berry Ice Cream
Cheesecake Pie (August
2018). Sweet perfection.

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5
Cool Hangout
If your alfresco dining space is already well lit, consider adding visual
interest with hanging planters in place of an outdoor chandelier.
Try a variety of sizes and shapes like these faux succulents from
HomeSense—they need no watering (obviously) and you won’t
be fishing out fallen leaves from your food.
Faux Succulent Hanging PLANTERS, from $13, homesense.ca.

CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 13


Say hello to your new summer romance. You’ll love
Broil King’s chicken roaster, with its heavy stainless
steel base and vented twist-on cup that easily holds
8
Get Social
Your friend group might be the
secret to a healthy life. According
to a 2019 study by the University of
Texas at Austin, study participants
who socialized with casual friends,
acquaintances and strangers in
addition to close friends and family
members were more physically
active and experienced more
positive moods and feelings.
14 | CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019
6 Adjustment Period
We’re all for trying anything that can make
an easier go of our monthly flow. Easy is a sub-
scription service that delivers organic, nontoxic
menstrual pads and tampons to your door every
month—meaning no more last-minute runs to
the drugstore. The Canadian company goes one
step further by donating five percent of profits
to a foundation that provides feminine protection
and health education to girls in Kenya.
Easy MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS, from $8.50, easyperiod.ca.
7 GRILL GADGET
a can of beer (or any other cooking liquid) and
produces perfectly cooked chicken every time.
Broil King CHICKEN ROASTER with Pan, $45, lowes.ca.
9 Blissful
Bites
Canadian dairy company Natrel
clearly thinks outside the milk
jug. The Ice Cream Mochi (pro-
nounced mo-chee), a one-bite
Japanese-inspired treat made
of ice cream coated with sweet
rice paste, hits store shelves just
in time to beat the heat this sum-
mer. Natrel’s mochis, available in
three flavours at grocery stores
across the country, are the first
in Canada to be made from
100 percent Canadian milk.
We’re pretty sure we can’t
think of a better way to have
your milk and eat it, too.
NATREL Ice Cream Mochi, $6.
 10
11
MORNING GLOWY
This Works promotes restful slumber with
nighttime products like its calming lavender
pillow spray. But if a restorative sleep isn’t
enough to relieve signs of fatigue, the
Morning Expert range targets skin
concerns with ingredients like
vitamin C, giant kelp and
Persian silk tree to de-puff
and brighten your com-
plexion. Take that,
insomnia.
THIS WORKS Morning
Expert Range, from
$25, sephora.ca.
Gourmet Glossary
Chinese broccoli, also known as Chinese kale, is part of the
broccoli family. Along with its thick bright green stalks that
resemble broccoli, this veggie has a darker leafy end that more
resembles kale. In Cantonese, it's known as gai lan and is often

12
used in stir-fry dishes. We used it in this Chinese Broccoli with
Summer Travel Tips Shop Nogu and
Oyster Sauce recipe (see page 87).
Navigating a busy airport can be a pain.
These tips can make your preboarding support
experience an enjoyable one. other nonprofit
organizations, such
1. GET TO KNOW YOUR AIRPORTS If you’ve as Cystic Fibrosis
got connecting or multiple flights, take Canada, Canadian

13
some time to research the airports you’ll Cancer Society,
visit. Knowing where certain amenities are Heart & Stroke
located (like the secluded day suites in Foundation, the
Cathay Pacific’s The Pier lounge at the Hong
American Society
for the Prevention
Kong International Airport) before you
of Cruelty to Sea Change
arrive can be a huge help. Animals and more. Saving the sea turtles is a cause we can
2. KEEP LEFT When going through security, all get behind. In addition to participating
choose the left line. Though it’s not always in initiatives like the plastic straw ban, you
true, most people are right dominated, and can show your support with Toronto-
tend to go to the right. It’s also good prac- based Nogu’s beaded Tortuga bracelet.
tice to follow the suits—business travellers The charming piece comes in silver, gold,
often pack light. rose gold or onyx steel finishes, and
five percent of profits goes to the Sea
3. SET AN ALARM FOR BOARDING Seems like Turtle Conservancy.
a no-brainer, but you can easily miss the call
PHOTOGRAPHY, MAYA VISNYEI (CATHAY PACIFIC, CHINESE BROCCOLI)

Crystal Sea Turtle BRACELET,

for your flight when you’re listening to music $64, nogu.ca.
or watching a movie with headphones.

14 DID YOU KNOW?

Wood Buffalo National Park is our country’s largest national park
and the second-largest protected area in the world—spanning
almost 45,000 square kilometres across Alberta and Northwest
Territories. It’s also a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to
both the world’s biggest beaver dam and the largest North Ameri-
can bird, the whooping crane.

ional Airport, Cathay Pacific’s

Located in Hong Kong Internat
mak es trav ellers feel refreshed before
The Pier lounge really
l bar, private day suites and
takeoff. The full-service cocktai
elling top-notch bliss. CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 15
divine spa treatments make trav
 real life made simple

Bubly
Best New
Products
SPARKLING
WATER,
$5 per case,
bubly.com.

FEELIN’ FIZZY Ever wonder if that newest must-have is worth

BUBLY SPARKLING WATER your hard-earned pennies? No worries—we’ve
Let’s be real. Until recently, the selection of got this. We turned to BrandSpark International,
sparkling water was seriously lacking. Enter
Bubly and its zero-calorie, sweetener-free selt- which surveys more than 18,000 Canadians each
zers, with fun flavour infusions like blackberry, year about their favourite new products. Check
mango, cherry and peach. And for the purists,
classics like lemon and lime are available, too.
out these top picks for 2019 (you can see the rest
of the list at bestnewproducts.ca).
Makes a great
PHOTOGRAPY, MAYA VISNYEI (AFFOGATO, SANDWICH); SUECH AND BECK (SHRIMP BOWL); CARLYLE ROUTH (MODEL)

substitute for
FRESH FARE sandwiches that
NUDE BY NATURE Cashmere
pressed blush, $26 each,

call for focaccia or

shoppersdrugmart.ca.
ACE BAKERY HERBES DE
.
PROVENCE SCHIACCIATA a demi-baguette

Schiacciata (meaning “squashed”
in Italian) is one of Tuscany’s
tastiest baked treats. Enjoy this
airy flatbread on its own or use
it for a sandwich with prosciutto
and provolone.
Ace Bakery Herbes de Provence
SCHIACCIATA, $4 per loaf, acebakery.com.
BLUSH CRUSH
NUDE BY NATURE CASHMERE
PRESSED BLUSH
This Australian beauty company hasn’t
been in Canada for long, but its clean
makeup lineup has already made
its mark among Canuck consumers.
The mineral powder-pressed blush, Tap off excess powder from your brush
available in three shades, is a quick before applying. This lets you build colour
favourite thanks to its staying power gradually and avoid a splotchy look.
and blendable colour.

BEAMING BALM
AVEENO POSITIVELY
HIGH BAR RADIANT BODY LOTION
KASHI JOI ENERGY NUT BARS Aveeno continues to be
Crunchy, chewy and made a trusted name in skin-care
with wholesome ingredients, products. Positively Radiant
Kashi Joi nut bars and energy body lotion not only provides
nut bars make for super-tasty 24 hours of hydration, but
snacks that sate hunger and also aims to treat the brand’s
boost energy while you’re on five factors of radiance—
the go. Pure joy! tone, texture, dullness,
Kashi Joi Energy NUT BARS, blotchiness and dark spots.
$2 per bar, kashijoi.ca.
AVEENO Positively Radiant Body
Lotion, $15, aveeno.ca.

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 SMOOTH MOVES
L’ORÉAL PARIS REVITALIFT CICACREAM
SKIN REPAIR + ANTI-AGING CREAM
L’Oréal is known for effective and affordable
GO NUTS anti-aging skin-care products, and its new
ADAMS 100% NATURAL Revitalift Cicacream joins the ranks.
DARK ROAST PEANUT Recognized by the Canadian Dermatology
BUTTER Association, the moisturizing cream with
Adams puts it out there Centella asiatica (gotu kola) and pro retinol
on the label: only two reduces fine lines and signs of aging while
ingredients, peanuts and replenishing the skin’s moisture barrier.
salt, make up its natural L’ORÉAL PARIS Revitalift Cicacream Skin
Repair + Anti-Aging Cream, $28, lorealparis.ca.
PB, and we wouldn’t
nut butter
Since natural pea me
have it any other way.
isn’t as thick as so All that’s left to decide
commercial ones
, it blends is if you prefer crunchy LUXE LIPS
ngs like the
easily into dressi Shrimp
or smooth. COVERGIRL Best new lip colour goes
one in our Peanut
pril 2018). Adams 100% Natural Dark EXHIBITIONIST to the metallic shades from
Crunch Bowls (A Roast PEANUT BUTTER, $4,
METALLIC CoverGirl’s Exhibitionist
adamspeanutbutter.ca.
LIPSTICK collection. From dusty rose
to deep violet, each of the
12 shiny shades has a rich
HOUSEHOLD HERO texture and is certified
TIDE PODS ULTRA OXI LAUNDRY DETERGENT LIQUID GOLD cruelty-free.
Tide’s Ultra Oxi laundry detergent pods are new NESCAFÉ GOLD
to the brand’s powerful cleaning roster, but they INSTANT AND ROAST
might already be MVP. They clean, pre-treat, & GROUND COFFEE
remove tough stains and protect colours all in Nescafé’s Instant and
COVERGIRL
one small but mighty package. Roast & Ground Coffee Exhibitionist Metallic
Tide Pods Ultra Oxi LAUNDRY DETERGENT, $19, tide.ca. continues to win gold lipstick, $9 each,
covergirl.ca.
for one simple reason:
Works in both hot It delivers a rich, full-
and cold water bodied cup every time.
wash cycles. Nescafé Gold Instant and
Roast & Ground COFFEE,
$8, shop.nescafe.ca.

CANDY CURE
CENTRUM MULTIGUMMIES
MULTI+BEAUTY
It’s high time that multivitamin makers
SCENTED realized adults like their vitamins in
gummy form just as much as kids do.
SELECTIONS Centrum’s latest formulation features
gluten-free gummies that support
DOWNY UNSTOPABLES BOUNCE
healthy hair, skin and
OUTDOOR FRESH SCENT
nails, backed by a
Liven up your laundry with a fun and fresh scent specific blend of
that lasts from wash to wear. Use Downy Unstop- micronutrients and
Instant coffee works well in
ables relaxing Lush booster (with vanilla and lav- recipes since it’s quick and more than 35 years
ender) for bedding, while Spring’s fruity, zesty easy to adjust its strength. Try of nutritional science.
fragrance makes a great pick for athletic wear. it for your next dessert recipe Centrum MultiGummies
Downy Unstopables In-Wash SCENT BOOSTER, or enjoy it affogato-style. Multi+Beauty MULTI-
$8, unstopables.com. VITAMIN, $19, centrum.ca.

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granola—and perfectly
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baking. Lantic & Rogers
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COOK THE COVER

CHAR SIU
barbecue chicken
Forget your ordinary barbecue chicken. After trying
this version—a twist on the flavourful Hong Kong-style
char siu barbecued pork—you’ll never go back to basic.
PHOTOGRAPHY MAYA VISNYEI | FOOD STYLING MICHAEL ELLIOTT/JUDYINC.COM
PROP STYLING GEARY HOUSE
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a bun or with noodles or rice.

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cover recipe

COOK THE COVER

THAI
mango & pomelo
SALAD
The fresh flavours of tropical fruits mingle
happily with more typical salad ingredients
to add Asian flair to this summery salad.
PHOTOGRAPHY MAYA VISNYEI | FOOD STYLING MICHAEL ELLIOTT/
JUDYINC.COM | PROP STYLING GEARY HOUSE

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THAI MANGO & 4 Thai shallots, thinly sliced
POMELO SALAD ⅓ pomelo, peeled, pith removed
and cut into sections
WITH THAI 2 cups green beans, thinly sliced on a diagonal
DIPPING SAUCE 1 cup matchstick carrots
PREP TIME 20 MINUTES 1 cup mint leaves, torn
TOTAL TIME 25 MINUTES
MAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGS ⅔ cup chopped roasted salted cashews
3½ tbsp Thai Dipping Sauce
Thai Dipping Sauce 2 firm mangoes, peeled and cut into
⅓ cup lime juice thick matchsticks
3 Thai chilies, finely chopped
In small bowl, stir together lime juice, Thai
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
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1 Thai shallot, finely chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1½ tbsp fish sauce
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PER EACH OF 8 SERVINGS about 100 cal, 2 g pro, 3 g total fat
(0.61 g sat. fat), 18 g carb (2 g dietary fibre), 0 mg chol,
166 mg sodium.

DI D YOU KNOW?
Pomelos are large citrus fruits
similar to grapefruit, but less acidic,
found often in South Asian cuisine.
Look for firm fruit with red or pink
flesh; these are sweeter than their
white-fleshed counterparts.

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FASHION & BEAUTY profile

Maye
Musk
At 71 years old, Maye Musk is living her best life.
After five decades working in the modelling
industry, at 69 she broke the glass ceiling by
landing a major beauty contract, becoming the
face of CoverGirl Cosmetics. With her ability to
push boundaries and her fiercely passionate work
ethic, Musk, a mother of three and grandmother
of 11, shows no signs of slowing down. But she
isn’t just a silver-haired style icon, international
model and authentic influencer—she also holds
not one, but two master’s degrees in the field
of nutritional sciences. We sat down with the
Regina-born dynamo to chat about everything
from her love of social media to why Canada
has such a special place in her heart.
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SOCIAL MEDIA STAR The model is more plugged in than her tech-savvy children—and grand-
children—if her Instagram is any sign. Here are some of her iconic posts.

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demonstrated that you can be a street-style star at
any age with her playful paint-splattered overalls
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is suited up in an all-white outfit that “faking” doing her own makeup for a
matches her adorable pup. photo shoot in Toronto from 1990.

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Q What drives you to continue
and keep doing what you’re
doing? Will you ever retire?
No, I don’t want to slow down. I love travelling
and the work has given me lots of opportunity
for that. My mom didn’t retire until she was 96;
she was exhibiting her artwork every week at
the library in Canmore, Alta. At 94, her hand
was shaking quite a bit so she started doing
computer art—she taught herself that!

Q
You were born in
kids moved to the United
States and they wanted
me to go with them—this
was 22 years ago. I said,
Canada but moved “I can’t move!” but they
to South Africa at convinced me. They said,
a young age. Can “We’ll take care of you.”
I’ve been back here many
you tell me how you
times and I still have lots
feel about our of family here, so we’re
country today? pretty much Canadian
that way.
Canada has been very
Q
What does aging grace-
Maye Musk
Answers Our
Rapid-Fire
fully mean to you? Questions
Well, I don’t even think 1. Walking or yoga?
“WALKING.”
about aging, let alone
gracefully! My mom and
2. Cats or dogs?
dad taught us good man-
“I LOVE CATS BUT I HAVE
ners, and my mom was A DOG—HIS NAME
always considered gra- IS DEL REY.”
cious and graceful. I guess

Q
good to me. I was born in I’ve learned from her. 3. Coffee or
Regina, but my parents cocktails?

Q
moved to South Africa “COFFEE AND
when I was two—hence What exciting COCKTAILS.”
the accent—and I grew opportunities has
up with these wonderful 4. Lipstick or
being with CoverGirl What are your guilty smoky eye?
Canadian parents. I had
no idea there were such brought you? pleasures? “I LOVE BOTH! BUT IF I’M
IN A RUSH, LIPSTICK.”
things as dysfunctional
families! Then, when I Many clients are booking Food! Just last night I had
was 41, my children were me now because they
5. Jeans or
the most delicious choco- dresses?
saying, “We should go think I’m really special late dessert [at Café “WHEN AT HOME,
back to Canada.” So my since I’m a CoverGirl. Boulud at Toronto’s Four JEANS.”
kids got citizenship and Also, I’m doing a lot of Seasons Hotel].
we moved to Toronto. I speaking engagements— 6. Favourite

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was immediately taken in the last year I’ve trav- CoverGirl product?
on by the University of elled to Kiev, Shanghai, “COVERGIRL SIMPLY
Toronto as a research Stockholm and AGELESS 3-IN-1 LIQUID
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peak here. I was the societies ignore older COVERGIRL
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SLEEPING
beauty
While we’re awake, it’s not only our brains and bodies that are
busy—our skin and hair are constantly being stimulated as well;
exposure to the elements, such as sun, pollution, stress, changes
in temperature and free radicals, takes its toll every day. The
result? Fatigue and tension that wear down our bodies and make
us appear dull and lacklustre. When we sleep, our bodies go into
a state of deep relaxation, so experts say that’s the ideal time
PHOTOGRAPHY, ISTOCKPHOTO
for our cells to regenerate.
“During the night, our dermis re-energizes and repairs: our
blood circulation speeds up and provides our cells with nutri-
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that generate collagen work at a more rapid pace to mend the
damage caused by daily aggressions,” explains Marie-Claude
Côté, national training director for Clarins Canada.
beauty routines FASHION & BEAUTY
Did you know that the
amount of sleep you
get affects the health
of your skin and hair?
Experts weigh in on
how to wake up feeling
(and looking!) fresh
from head to toe.
“The body’s circadian rhythm, or the biological clock, reacts
to changes in daylight, so it’s generally between midnight and
4 a.m., the darkest hours of the day, that our skin regenerates,”
adds Leigh Casbourne, brand and product trainer at Lush. Along
with skin cell regeneration, it’s the circadian rhythm that “regu-
lates hormone production throughout the day and plays a role
in hair growth,” says Bernadete Meireles, national training direc-
tor for the Pierre Favre dermo-cosmetic brands.
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that an adult between the ages of 18 and 64 needs seven to nine
hours of sleep a night in order to get enough rest. But there’s
more we can do to help our face, body and hair recover from
exhaustion, damage and stress. Consider making some of these
adjustments to your routine.
CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 33
 face
1 goodbye to free radicals and hello to naturally radiant skin.
1. DETOX Take the time to
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Its delicate, calming scent
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4. STRENGTHEN
The area around the eyes has fewer
sebaceous glands, making it fragile.
“Microcirculation is slower with the
presence of dark circles and the
eye’s contour can swell when in
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are too greasy,” warns Côté. More
reason to take proper care! For a
vitalized appearance, this water- and
caffeine-based mask refreshes and
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Its cooling ceramic applicator allows
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LANEIGE Eye Sleeping Mask, $44, sephora.ca.
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During the day, we use moisturizer and sunscreen
to defend and protect our faces from the sun’s
harmful rays and pollution. The key to waking up
looking fresh and invigorated is a regenerative and
preventative skin-care routine for nighttime, too.
2. TREAT As skin is more receptive to active ingredients during
sleep, concentrate on a multipurpose treatment that includes
anti-aging ingredients to aid in smoothing fine lines and balan-
cing uneven skin tone. AHAs (Alpha Hydroxy Acids) in this gel
chemically remove dead skin without causing irritation. Say
OLE HENRIKSEN Invigorating Night Transformation Gel, $59, sephora.ca.
3
2
3. HYDRATE No matter what your skin type,
it’s essential to combat moisture loss during the
night. Pores are more receptive to absorbing active
ingredients after you hit the hay, so cover your
face and neck with a product rich in emollients. A
product with a hyaluronic acid base will leave your
skin feeling supple and dewy. As well as providing
lasting hydration, this cream reduces the appear-
ance of fine lines and has a plumping effect.
MARCELLE NewAge UpLift Night Cream, $34, marcelle.com.
4
5. PAMPER It’s common
to be crunched for time in the
hours before jumping into bed,
so using a one-step product that
treats multiple ailments is key.
One of our new favourites is this
relaxing sensorial mask—a vegan
formulation with 93 percent natu-
ral and detoxifying ingredients,
including super hydrating fig
extract—that helps soothe and
5
soften the skin.
MYCLARINS Re-Charge Relaxing Sleep
Mask, $29, clarins.ca.
 hair “At night, the scalp is more porous and receptive
to absorption, which helps it repair,” explains
Elisabeth Gagnon, national training director at
Phyto Canada. It’s an ideal time to treat and
nourish your scalp and hair.

2. PURIFY Over-washing your hair can be damaging, as shampoo

can strip the sebum the scalp produces to cover and protect hair
follicles. It’s important to keep the scalp’s oils balanced. Made up of
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1. DETANGLE Use a
soft brush to detangle
PHYTO Botanical Scalp Treatment, $53, phyto-canada.ca.

your hair and stimulate

the microcirculation of
blood and hair growth.
“Brushing is the best
way to redistribute your
2
scalp’s natural oils,
bringing nutrients and
shine to your locks from 3
roots to tips,” says
Gagnon. We love this
lightweight brush that
3. ENRICH If your hair looks dull, lifeless and limp,
don’t fall asleep without giving it a boost of hydration.
massages the scalp and
After warming up a dab of this ultra-nourishing gel in
detangles the mane.
your hands, apply it along the length of your hair, as
THE BODY SHOP Oval Bamboo well as to any dry or split ends. When morning comes,
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your hair will be soft and easy to manage.
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5. PROTECT To help
prolong all the good
4
things you’re doing for
the health of your hair
5 and scalp, it’s worth
investing in a silk pillow-
case because it reduces
friction thanks to its

4. REPAIR Once a week, revitalize your

hair with an intense, nourishing overnight
super-soft material.
LILYSILK Silk Pillowcase,
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hydrating mask. It moisturizes hair without
weighing it down and the results last for
several days. You can even do an express
version of this divinely scented treatment
before shampooing.
BUMBLE AND BUMBLE Bb While You Sleep Overnight
Damage Repair Mask, $59, sephora.ca.

CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 35

 body
1. SMOOTH The simple
act of scrubbing does
wonders for cracked heals,
rough elbows and tough
calluses. After a warm bath,
gently exfoliate each area
with a pumice stone by
making circular motions.
Then use the brush on the
rest of your body for
instantly soft skin.
BKIND Wooden Pumice
Brush, $9, bkindskincare.com.
4. SOOTHE Hand cream is
an essential secret weapon for
every bedside table. The hands
are usually the first part of your
body to age, since they get
the most sun exposure. To help
protect this thin and delicate
tissue, it’s important to hydrate
every night. This cream contains
a fortifying, anti-aging and hyd-
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CLARINS Hand and Nail Treatment
Cream, $34, clarins.ca.
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Even though the body is less exposed
to the same environmental conditions as
the face, we still need to protect its skin.
Use this regimen to give a little love to
any neglected areas.
2. TONE Pamper yourself with a
treatment that smooths and firms. Take
advantage of the skin’s increased blood
flow during the night to infuse it with
antioxidants. This serum, made up of argan
and camellia oils, vitamin C and holy basil
extract, helps strengthen and nourish the
2
skin while giving it a velvety feel.
MOROCCANOIL Night Body Serum, $68, moroccanoil.ca.
1
3
4 3. NOURISH “Massaging the
skin helps it decongest,” says
Casbourne. By taking the time to
massage your moisturizer into the
skin, you’re helping the product
5 absorb and relaxing your muscles.
Interesting fact: Feet are very
sensitive—with thousands of nerve
endings—and “as soon as we start
rubbing them, the whole body
relaxes,” explains Casbourne. This
cocoa and shea butter massage
bar melts into the skin, leaving it
well nourished. Use this product
without restraint.
LUSH Therapy Massage Bar, $13, lush.ca.
5. CALM Take a warm shower or bath at the end of the day to
help relax your muscles and clear your mind before bed. Infused
with lavender and chamomile essential oils, this cool gel melts
when in contact with the skin, leaving it soft and smooth. Its sweet
floral scent is enough to send you off to dreamland.
LUSH Sleepy Shower Gel, $10, lush.ca.
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 motivation of
the month
DO THE DAD
At a loss about how to
make your pops feel
special this Father’s Day?
Spoil him by doing what
he really loves, be it
watching the game and
cheering on his team,
attending the launch of
his favourite author’s new
book, going to see his
most beloved musician or
helping him work on his
prized car. Whatever
delights Dad should be
on the docket.

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community
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money
talks relationships

48 50
LIFE & COMMUNITY money talks

5 ways to be financially
prepared for the worst
When it comes to emergencies,
your finances can take a hard
hit. Be ready to manage the
unpredictable with these tips.
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Experts encourage us to save three

to six months of living expenses as an emergency fund.
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LIFE & COMMUNITY relationships

The
Family
Way Having difficult, but necessary, con-
versations with your siblings seems
to come with the territory as we
ILLUSTRATION, SHUTTERSTOCK

age and mature, but navigating the

minefield successfully can be done.
TEXT LISA VAN DE GEYN

50 | CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019

 It’s likely been decades since
you and your siblings experienced those universal
issues most brothers and sisters face—wrestling over
the remote, bickering over time in the bathroom,
arguing over sitting shotgun. And if you’ve managed
to overcome petty sibling rivalries and maintain a
respectful relationship in adulthood, good on you—
not only have you undoubtedly made Mom and
Dad proud, you’ve also pretty much guaranteed
social and emotional support during life’s stressful
times. “Sibling relationships can teach us a lot about
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resolution, communication and emotion regulation,
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relationships with,” says Katrina Shaw, a registered
psychologist in Calgary.
That said, we don’t get to choose our siblings—we
get stuck with them. And if you’ve never felt close,
you’ve drifted apart or you haven’t mastered speak-
ing to each other as grown-ups who aren’t vying for
your parents’ attention, consider this a gentle nudge
to make headway. A 2016 study published in the
Journal of Family Communication found that open-
ness is at the top of the list when it comes to stay-
ing close with brothers and sisters, as is the ability
to contribute equally and share tasks. The thing is,
siblings will eventually have to broach super-tough—
How to bring it up. Have a frank discussion
and super-common—topics, and it will be easier to
and suggest dividing responsibilities based on the
work together if you can connect and communicate,
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says Shaw. Here’s how to do it.
Dad an assisted-living residence and your sister over-
sees getting his home ready to list, for example. Then
“WHAT SHOULD WE DO
arrange regular family meetings (in person or via
ABOUT DAD’S DEMENTIA?”
FaceTime) to “keep everyone in the loop and address
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challenges when they come up,” Shaw says. “Work
out what to do about a parent’s health and well-being
together to make decisions in the best interest of your
can be an arduous task. Stacy* says dealing with
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her younger sister about how to care for their ailing
feedback on what he or she needs and wants.” If
father was contentious, to put it politely. “It wasn’t
there’s still debate that’s causing drama during an
safe for him to live on his own anymore and my sis-
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ter and I weren’t even remotely on the same page
“Rational and cooperative conversations are not
about what he needed, where he should go and how
always possible with some families, and at times,
much everything was going to cost,” she says, adding
inviting a third party in to mediate family discus-
their distance from each other was also a serious
sions may be necessary.”
bone of contention. “Disproportionate responsibility
in parental care is a common problem,” Shaw says.
“I WANT MOM’S SAPPHIRE RING.”
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Sentimental clans, take note—the division of heir-
in caring for their parents, or one sibling may earn
looms will likely cause friction, especially if family
more money than the others and be expected to pay
treasures are suddenly up for grabs. When Kim* and
more for their parents’ care.”
her sisters cleaned out their mother’s home after she
passed away, it was basically a free-for-all. “There
were items I wanted that meant a lot to me—some of
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my sisters hoarded things that were special to me.”
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*Names have been changed to protect
open dialogue to prevent them from getting defensive,
sibling relationships on the mend. advises Shaw. “If you invite them to share the things
that are most important or sentimental to them, you
can communicate what’s important to you. You may

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realize that what’s sentimental to you may not have the

same meaning for siblings, and they would be happy to
give an item up as long as they get the heirloom they’re
most passionate about.” Hint: If a parent has recently
passed, it’s best to wait a few months before splitting up
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grieving, says Shaw.

“I’M UNCOMFORTABLE AROUND

YOUR HUSBAND.”
So there’s really no way to put this delicately, unfortu-
nately. “It makes sense that this would take a toll on
the relationship because your sibling probably feels
caught in the middle between two people he or she
really loves,” Shaw says, adding you should ask your-
self why you’re uncomfortable around your brother-
in-law and whether or not you can shift your thinking
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ive of their relationship.” Just don’t say it if you don’t
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of the month
SIZE IT UP
The next time you
consider stepping on
the scale, try this
alternative on for
size. Do like Jameela
Jamil and instead cal-
culate what matters
most. The super-
funny British
actress’s Instagram
account @i_weigh
encourages followers
to take “pride in
themselves beyond
their exterior” by
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health
& fitness
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body talk

56
HEALTH & FITNESS body talk

The Butterfly
Effect A small, butterfly-shaped gland in your
neck, the thyroid, is responsible for pro-
ducing hormones that contribute to the
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regulation of everything from metabolism

to mood. If you haven’t had a thyroid test
lately, it’s time to call your doctor.
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1. YOUR SKIN IS SERIOUSLY DRY
“You can have some changes in your hair,
skin and nails with hypothyroidism, but most
people have that anyway in wintertime,” says
Dr. Kelly. If you find yourself slathering on
moisturizer more often or scratching flaky
patches well into the spring and summer
months, however, it may be a sign that your
thyroid is underperforming. Excessive hair
loss and thin, brittle nails can also be signs
of hypothyroidism.
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REGULAR BATHROOM
BREAKS
Constipation is one of the most
common complaints with an
underactive thyroid, says Dr. Kelly.
Hypothyroidism can slow down
many of the body’s systems
including gut motility and, ulti-
mately, elimination, resulting in
frequent constipation.
CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 57
3. YOU’RE TIRED, DEPRESSED
OR ANXIOUS
A spike of serious anxiety can be a sign of
hyperthyroidism, while an unusual bout of
fatigue or the blues can be a clue that your
4. YOUR PERIOD IS
ABNORMAL
thyroid is underperforming. Postpartum “Really light or really heavy
depression can frequently be associated with periods that have started
an underactive thyroid, says Dr. Kreisman. unexpectedly are common
“It’s not recommended that everyone [post- symptoms of a thyroid prob-
partum] is checked, but anyone who is feel- lem,” says Wilson. A hypothy-
ing more down than expected should have roid or a hyperthyroid can
their thyroid looked at,” he says. An under- cause periods to be lighter or
active thyroid may also explain why your heavier than usual. And if either
antidepressants don’t seem to be working condition is severe, you may
all of a sudden, says Dr. Kelly: “If you have an miss your periods altogether.
underactive thyroid and you’re being treated
for depression, you might have a suboptimal
response if your thyroid isn’t being treated.”

5. YOU’RE EXPERIENCING
STRANGE SLEEP PATTERNS
A rapid pulse and feelings of anxiety are
classic symptoms of hyperthyroidism,
and they can easily keep you up at night.
6.
On the flip side, if you’re wanting to stay
in bed all the time, that could be due to the
dip in hormone levels that comes with an
underactive thyroid, slowing bodily func-
tions and making you want to hide under
the covers all day.
YOU CAN’T FOCUS
If you find yourself zipping around from one
task to the next but never finishing anything,
it can be a sign of an overactive thyroid. “You
may feel like you’re speedy, but you’re not as
effective in completing tasks because you're
anxious,” says Dr. Kelly. This can mess with
your ability to concentrate at work, for example,
and may even affect your memory.

7. YOUR SEX LIFE IS

SUFFERING
Some of the typical symptoms of

8.
hypothyroidism, including fatigue
and depression, can really kill the
romance. According to the Society
of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists YOU’RE PACKING
of Canada, thyroid disorders are rec- ON THE POUNDS
ognized as possibly having a negative
Weight gain is a major complaint
effect on sexual function. Vaginal
heard by all of our experts. “Over
dryness (which can mean off-putting
time, we all have fluctuations in our
painful sex) can also be linked to an
weight, but if all of a sudden you’re
underactive thyroid.
gaining progressively and things
you used to do to get your weight
under control aren’t working, that’s
a sign that you need to get your
thyroid looked at,” says Wilson.

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The great hormone
replacement debate
Treating an overactive thyroid is fairly straightforward,
with one option being a one-time dose of radioactive
iodine (followed by thyroid hormone to balance it out).
How to best manage an underactive thyroid, on the other
hand, is a bit of a hot topic. Experts agree that lifting
hormone levels with drug therapy is essential for normal
bodily functions, but getting the balance of medication
just right can be tricky. Endocrinologists typically prescribe
a regimen of T4. “Most of my patients on thyroid hormone
feel just great, but there’s a small minority who say they
still don’t feel right,” says Dr. Kreisman.

According to Wilson, and the many support groups and

social media threads on the topic, more than the occasional
patient continues to complain of low energy or feeling the
blues on standard therapy and not experiencing symptom
improvement. Some lobby to receive a combination of T4
and T3 (also called natural desiccated thyroid or NDT).

The trouble is, T3 comes with some significant risks because

its shorter half-life means it may need to be taken multiple
times a day, which can lead to potentially harmful hormone
spikes. “I always say the biggest risk is [a practitioner] who
doesn’t know how to dose it properly,” says Wilson. There’s
a danger of hyperthyroid symptoms, including heart pal-
pitations and anxiety. If it isn’t prescribed correctly, and
a woman experiences frequent or extended periods of
hyperthyroidism, this medication can cause other health
problems. “It’s bad for your bones and bad for your heart,”
says Dr. Kreisman.

“Even though I’m not a big believer in the approach, I don’t

have a problem leaving some of my patients on combina-
tion therapy if they are happier with that treatment,” says
Dr. Kreisman. “As long as they remain in range,” which, he
says, may mean more frequent blood tests to keep tabs
on your TSH level, as well as the potential for several dos-
age changes in the beginning to get the replacement
amounts just right.

Treatment for hypothyroidism shouldn’t begin and end

with hormone replacement, though, says Wilson. “I’m
always wanting to figure out what’s causing the under-
active thyroid,” she says. If it’s caused by an autoimmune
issue, it could trace back to inflammation, a nutrient
deficiency, an acute viral infection or even stress, she
says. “I’d rather fix the underlying problem than just
put a bandage on it.”

CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 59

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 colour of
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A blend of green and
yellow, chartreuse is
both lush and bouncy,
as evidenced in this
bright breakfast nook
accented with the hue.

Limón Fresco
SW 9030 PAINT,
sherwin-williams.com.

Beauti-Tone
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Force of Nature
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home
& garden
PHOTOGRAPHY, JOE KIM; STYLING, CHRISTINE HANLON

decorating gardening

62 66
HOME & GARDEN decorating

vibrant
revamp
How award-winning designer
Rebecca Hay brought a whole lot
of happy to her heritage home.
TEXT BETHANY LYTTLE
PHOTOGRAPHY STEPHANI BUCHMAN

“The first thing anyone sees when they walk

into my house is a big bright orange chair,”
says Toronto-based designer and homeowner Rebecca Hay. “So it’s
immediately clear we don’t take ourselves super seriously!” In fact,
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faux leather, but it had a great silhouette. My husband and I didn’t
have much money at the time, so I forced him to help me drag it into
the car,” she says with a laugh. Having reupholstered the chair in
citrus-toned polyester-blend fabric and introduced it into her living
room, Rebecca took the laid-back fun factor further, pairing the
vibrant wingback with happy yellow in the drapes and sapphire
blue in side chairs. “Colour is delightfully personal, so it’s always
inviting,” says the designer.
Like many older homes, this one, built in 1918, has no family
room, so this space had to do more than look great. It had to be
kid- and dog-friendly, too. So, for the sofa, Rebecca chose leather.
“Our two young children have proven that the leather sofa is pretty
much indestructible!” she says.
In addition to personality and functionality, this room needed
to harmonize with the adjacent eating area, accessible via a wide
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bamboo shades in the living area echo the tonality of the hand-
crafted dining table; the brass-based side table mirrors the warm
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stery on the dining room’s vintage end chairs.”
“To me, a makeover isn’t about big changes, like removing walls.
It’s about making small changes over time that grow with you and
bring you joy.” Here, here!

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TOUCH OF HOME
Texture heightens the exper-
ience of a space. To that end,
the leather sofa in this living
room is softened with touch-
able toss cushions, the blue
side chairs are covered in luxe
velvet, the orange armchair
is upholstered in a loose
weave polyester-blend fabric
and the teak coffee table
provides an organic touch.
To add to the mix, comple-
mentary patterns in the toss
cushions, rug and drapery
keep the look from being
too static.

Wooden SIDE TABLES, upcountry.com.

TABLE LAMPS, greatlighting.com.

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 LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT
Upon entering this stately room, guests are
greeted by the timeless hearth, surrounded by
art homeowner and designer Rebecca Hay and
her husband have collected over time. A raised
chevron pattern in the wool rug plays to the simi-
lar motif on the drapery, while the butterfly art
hanging above the orange chair pairs with the
circles in the wingback’s lumbar cushion.
Entanglement #1 ARTWORK by Johnnie Eisen. FLOOR LAMP,
greatlighting.com.

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 FAMILY, FAVORITES AND FLOWERS
Art by Johnnie Eisen, Rebecca’s uncle, hangs in a place of
honour above the hearth. To arrange the vintage coffee
table, Rebecca visually divided it in quadrants. “I placed
tall items in one area, mementos in another and coffee
table books in the third. The rest of the area I left blank.”

IDEA MAKER
“I love fabric!” says Rebecca. That’s why her starting
point for a palette is often a toss cushion. The ikat ones
here were the inspiration for the orange armchair and yel-
low drapes, which are hung higher and drawn wider than
the window to accentuate the room’s grandeur.

STYLE COLLECTIVE
In the dining room, wooden elements, from the chair
bases to the mod Mennonite-crafted table, lend warmth.
The artwork, which frames the doorway and widens the
visual field, features touches of blue that reinforce the
accent hue on the end chairs and transition the eye to
the living area. Everything here is kid-friendly. The seats
of the Eames chairs wipe clean with ease, while the brass
bar cart offers function and fun: “My four-year-old son
loves to wheel it around,” says Rebecca.

Eames DINING CHAIRS, dwr.com. CHANDELIER, jonathanadler.com.

RUG, dominionrug.com. Sixth Street Series ARTWORK by David Kinsey,
dkinsey.com.

CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 65

HOME & GARDEN gardening
No 1
MINT
Herbal
essence
Add some spice to your
life by cultivating these
easy-to-grow herbs
in your summer beds
and containers. You
No 2
BASIL
No 1
Mint (Mentha species and cultivars)
While perennial mints are among the easiest herbs to grow, they can quickly become inva-
sive when planted in open ground, so we recommend growing them in large containers in
a sun to part-shade location. Preferring rich, moist soil, container plants should be fed with
a half-strength all-purpose fertilizer (such as 24-8-16) every two weeks. Native to Europe,
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mote new leafy growth, and mature clumps should be divided every three years to maintain
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 No 3
SAGE

FUN Generally speaking, spices are derived

from the bark, seeds, fruits and roots
FACT of plants, while herbs are obtained from
the flowers, leaves and stems.

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vour. For optimum growth and tastiness, site plants in a full-sun
location in good garden loam or use a soilless container mix in pots.
Keep plants well-watered and feed every 10 days with an all-purpose
fertilizer at half strength. Native to tropical Asia, basil can be planted
outdoors only when all risk of frost has passed. Regular harvesting
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as they appear will encourage nonstop leaf production until frost.
Most annual basil cultivars grow about 30 centimetres tall by
15 centimetres wide: A good choice for warmer zones is green-leaved
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worth growing your own. In pots or beds, drought-tolerant
sage performs best in a full-sun location in average garden
loam. Hardy to Zone 4 and technically a subshrub, it grows
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handsome grey-green leaves with a pebbly texture, and in
early summer, spikes of edible, honeybee-attracting lilac-
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heat waves. Award-winning ‘Dolce Fresca’ is a Genovese type with In addition to the species type, keep an eye out for ‘Berg-
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 ingredient
of the month
LETTUCE
The humble lettuce is one of
the unsung heroes of food. Used
as main ingredient, side and
garnish alike, it plays well with
virtually all other culinary
components. Grown at home or
picked up at your local farmers’
market, lettuce comes in so
many colours, sizes and forms
that we’ll never get enough of
this fresh jewel of the earth.

cook & eat

quick & world
essentials easy barbecue cuisine baking last bite

70 72 78 84 92 98
COOK & EAT essentials
xxxx
L is for
lettuce
Freshen up your meal with
these out-of-the-box ways to
use this glorious green.
70 | CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019
CREAM OF LETTUCE
SOUP WITH TOASTED
POLENTA
MAKES 6 SERVINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 40 MINUTES
Polenta
1½ cups chicken broth
⅔ cup quick-cooking polenta
⅓ cup shredded Gruyère cheese
pinch each salt and pepper
¼ cup canola oil
Soup
¼ cup unsalted butter
3 potatoes, peeled and diced
pinch each salt and pepper
2 large heads frisée lettuce,
roughly chopped
small bunch parsley, leaves only
½ cup 35% whipping cream
½ cup chicken broth
Polenta Mist baking sheet with cooking
spray; set aside. In medium pot, bring
chicken broth to boil. Add polenta and
stir with wooden spoon; cook according
to package directions. When polenta is
cooked, stir in cheese and season with salt
and pepper; stir well. Spread polenta out on
baking sheet to thickness of 1 inch; let cool.
Soup In large pot, melt butter over medium
heat. Add potatoes and cook, stirring often,
5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
Add lettuce and parsley; stir. Add enough
water to pot to completely cover ingredients.
Increase heat until boiling; reduce heat to
simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until
potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
Transfer mixture to blender and purée until
smooth. Return soup to pot; add whipping
cream and broth; season with salt and pep-
per and cover to keep warm.
Cut cooled polenta into ¾-inch cubes. In
small skillet, heat oil over medium heat;
add cubes and cook until golden. Divide
soup among bowls; garnish with toasted
polenta cubes.
PER SERVING about 395 cal, 10 g pro, 22 g total
fat (11 g sat. fat), 40 g carb (6 g dietary fibre),
50 mg chol, 315 mg sodium.
PHOTOGRAPHY, ROGER PROULX
 TEST
KITCHEN
TIP
Perk up wilted lettuce
by popping it in a bowl
of ice water.

ROMAINE 4 drops hot pepper sauce In bowl, combine tomatoes with lime
juice. Serve lentil mixture in romaine
LETTUCE TACOS pinch each salt and pepper
2 tomatoes, seeded and cubed leaves with a spoonful of tomato mix-
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 10 MINUTES 2 tbsp lime juice ture and extra cheese over top.
TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES 8 romaine lettuce leaves PER SERVING about 445 cal, 23 g pro, 17 g total fat
1½ cups grated extra-old cheddar cheese, (9 g sat. fat), 50 g carb (14 g dietary fibre), 40 mg chol,
1 tbsp olive oil plus more for garnish 1,025 mg sodium.
½ onion, chopped
1 sweet green pepper, chopped In large skillet, heat oil over medium-
2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped high heat; cook onion, sweet pepper and
2 tsp chili powder garlic, stirring occasionally, until softened,
2 tsp ground cumin about 6 minutes. Add spices; cook for
2 cups green lentils, drained and 1 minute; add lentils, corn, tomato sauce,
rinsed hot pepper sauce and salt and pepper, stir-
2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels ring to combine. Reduce heat and simmer
1½ cups tomato sauce for 15 minutes.

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dinner? PHOTOGRAPHY
ROGER PROULX
FOOD STYLING
MICHELLE DIAMOND

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SHEET PAN QUINOA CARROT & CHICKEN BRUSSELS

SALMON WITH PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE SPROUTS &
CAPERS & TOFU- NOODLES BLUE CHEESE
LEMON PARMESAN WITH BEEF SALAD
SAUCE

Find more fast and fresh dinner ideas at canadianliving.com/quickandeasy.

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 ON THE
TABLE IN

25
MINUTES

SHEET PAN SALMON

WITH CAPERS & LEMON
MAKES 6 SERVINGS

⅓ cup chopped capers

2 tbsp thyme leaves
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp lemon juice
¼ cup + 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
6 salmon fillets (approx. 800 g total)
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
pinch each salt and pepper
4 russet potatoes, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
Preheat oven to 425oF.
In large dish, combine capers, thyme,
lemon zest and juice and ¼ cup olive oil.
Add salmon and coat well with caper mix-
ture; set aside.
In large bowl, toss asparagus with 1 tbsp
olive oil; season with salt and pepper and
set aside.
In large bowl, toss potatoes with garlic
and remaining 2 tbsp olive oil; season with
salt and pepper.
On baking sheet, arrange potatoes in a
layer over two-thirds of the sheet. Place
salmon on potatoes; top with caper mixture
and lemon slices. Place asparagus on empty
side of baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
PER SERVING about 430 cal, 30 g pro, 25 g total fat (5 g sat. fat),
22 g carb (3 g dietary fibre), 75 mg chol, 310 mg sodium.

TEST
KITCHEN
TIP
Feel free to swap in
your favourite sustainable
fish for this recipe. You will
have to adjust your cook-
ing time depending on the
thickness of your fillets.

CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 73

 ON THE
TABLE IN

35
MINUTES

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 ON THE
TABLE IN

25
MINUTES

CARROT & ZUCCHINI

NOODLES WITH BEEF oil, stirring gently, until warmed through,
1 tbsp mayonnaise
MAKES 4 SERVINGS 1 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper;
1 tbsp prepared horseradish
450 g top sirloin grilling steak (1 inch thick) 1 tbsp roughly chopped dill remove from heat.
Montreal steak spice In small bowl, combine yogurt, mayon-
Sprinkle steaks with steak spice to taste. In naise, horseradish and dill; season with more
2 tbsp canola oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter skillet over medium-high heat, cook steaks salt and pepper.
4 each small zucchinis and carrots, cut in oil until browned. Top each steak with Slice steaks into strips. Divide zucchini
in ribbons using spiral vegetable slicer ½ tbsp butter. Remove from skillet and set and carrot mixture among plates. Top with
lemon oil aside to rest. steak and horseradish-dill sauce.
pinch each salt and pepper In another skillet over medium heat, PER SERVING about 230 cal, 18 g pro, 12 g total fat (4 g sat. fat),
½ cup Greek yogurt cook zucchini and carrots in a dash of lemon 13 g carb (4 g dietary fibre), 45 mg chol, 400 mg sodium.

TEST
KITCHEN
TIP
Make your own steak
spice by combining a few
teaspoons of coriander seeds,
black peppercorns, dill
seeds, kosher salt, paprika,
hot pepper flakes and garlic
powder in a spice grinder.

CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019 | 75

 ON THE
TABLE IN Preheat oven to broil.
CHICKEN CASSEROLE
In food processor, pulse bread, butter,
25
MINUTES
MAKES 4 SERVINGS

6 slices bread, crumbled

oil, oregano, salt and pepper until combined;
set aside.
In small bowl, stir together wine and
⅓ cup unsalted butter
lime juice.
1 tbsp olive oil
Place chicken in baking dish. Pour wine
1 tbsp dried oregano
mixture over top and cover with bread crumbs.
pinch each salt and pepper Roast until chicken is cooked and bread
¼ cup dry white wine crumbs are golden, about 15 minutes. Gar-
2 tsp lime juice nish with lime zest.
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts PER SERVING about 415 cal, 31 g pro, 23 g total fat (11 g sat. fat),
lime zest for garnish 19 g carb (1 g dietary fibre), 115 mg chol, 410 mg sodium.

TEST
KITCHEN
TIP
This crispy bread
topping is also great over
fish or your favourite
plant-based protein.

76 | CANADIAN LIVING JUNE 2019

 ON THE
TABLE IN

15
MINUTES

BRUSSELS SPROUTS &

BLUE CHEESE SALAD
MAKES 4 TO 5 SERVINGS

3 tbsp lime juice

3 tbsp mirin or 2 tbsp brown sugar
⅓ cup olive oil
1 tbsp miso paste
7 to 8 Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
1 romaine heart, chopped
1 cup cranberries, fresh or dried
3 ripe pears, cored and cubed
⅔ cup roughly chopped walnuts
½ cup crumbled blue cheese
In bowl, combine lime juice, mirin, oil and
miso paste. Set aside.
In large salad bowl, combine Brussels
sprouts, romaine, cranberries, pears, walnuts
and cheese. Add dressing to taste and toss
to combine. Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
PER SERVING about 395 cal, 9 g pro, 27 g total fat (5 g sat. fat),
29 g carb (7 g dietary fibre), 10 mg chol, 345 mg sodium.

DID YOU KNOW?

Mirin, a sweet Japanese

condiment often used to

season sushi rice, is available

in Asian grocery stores and

most supermarkets. Miso

is made from fermented
soybeans and also hails from

Japan. Its creamy texture and

salty taste make it perfect for

thickening salad dressings.

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COOK & EAT barbecue

new grill in town

 GRILL
POWER
Tomatoes drizzled
with olive oil,
sprinkled with fresh
thyme and barbe-
cued over high heat
for 30 minutes or so
make for a flavour-
ful, healthy addition
to an alfresco meal.

MOUDARDARA-
STUFFED PEPPERS
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES
MARINATING TIME 30 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR 25 MINUTES

Marinade
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, roughly chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
pinch salt
4 sweet yellow, red or
green peppers
Stuffing
1 tbsp vegetable oil
½ tsp cinnamon
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
1 cup rinsed drained canned green lentils
1 cup cooked rice
1 large tomato, cubed
pinch salt
Marinade In small bowl, combine
lemon juice, oil, garlic, oregano and salt.
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and seeds. Brush inside of each pepper
with marinade. Let sit for 30 minutes.

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medium heat. Add cinnamon, onion and
garlic. Cook just until onions are golden.
Add lentils, rice, tomato and salt. Reduce
heat to low, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
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mixture. Place each pepper on a ring of
crumpled foil.
Place drip pan under grate of barbe-
cue. Heat 1 burner of 2-burner barbecue
or 2 outside burners of 3-burner barbe-
cue to maintain temperature at 350°F.
Place peppers in their foil rings on grill
over unlit burner. Close lid; cook for 30
minutes. Slide the peppers over to the lit
side of the grill to lightly char skin.
PER SERVING about 225 cal, 8 g pro, 7 g total fat
(1 g sat. fat), 33 g carb (8 g dietary fibre), 0 mg chol,
160 mg sodium.

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 DID YOU
KNOW?
Moudardara is a Middle Eastern
dish made with lentils and rice.
This protein-packed mixture
is often seasoned with cumin
and coriander and garnished
with caramelized onions.

moudardara-stuffed
PEPPERS

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GRILLED EGGPLANT
WITH FONTINA,
TOMATOES & BASIL cook about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Top
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil
MAKES 4 SERVINGS with cheese and cook until melted; set aside.
HANDS-ON TIME 10 MINUTES
1 tsp minced garlic
TOTAL TIME 20 MINUTES pinch salt In a large bowl, combine tomatoes with
chopped basil leaves remaining oil, basil, garlic and salt. Top
2 large eggplants slices of grilled eggplant with cherry tomato
6 tbsp olive oil, divided Preheat barbecue to high heat; grease grill. mixture. Garnish with basil leaves; serve.
1 cup dried bread crumbs Cut eggplants lengthwise into ⅓-inch-thick
PER SERVING about 600 cal, 20 g pro, 39 g total fat
10 slices Fontina cheese slices. Brush slices with 3 tbsp olive oil and (13 g sat. fat), 42 g carb (12 g dietary fibre), 60 mg chol,
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved sprinkle with bread crumbs. Place on grill; 665 mg sodium.

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COOK & EAT barbecue

BARBECUED
CHICKEN
& veggies

grilled to
perfection These succulent barbecue chicken dishes are
sure to have your family asking for more.
 BARBECUED
CHICKEN & VEGGIES
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES
MARINATING TIME 45 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES

Marinade
1 cup plain yogurt
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tsp lemon zest
¼ cup lemon juice
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp chopped fresh ginger
1 tbsp dried basil
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp paprika
pinch each salt and pepper
4 boneless skin-on chicken breasts
Vegetables
2 each sweet red and yellow
peppers, seeded and quartered
4 small zucchini, cut diagonally in
1-inch slices
1 large onion, sliced in 1-inch rings
drizzle olive oil, for cooking
pinch each salt and pepper
Dressing
¼ cup olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp chopped garlic
1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp lemon juice
pinch each salt and pepper
Marinade In large bowl, combine
yogurt, garlic, lemon zest and juice,
mustard, ginger, basil, oregano, paprika,
salt and pepper. Add chicken, turning
to coat. Let sit for 45 minutes.

TEQUILA-LIME handful cilantro leaves, finely chopped Preheat barbecue to medium-high

4 chives, finely chopped heat (about 375°F); grease grill. Place
CHICKEN SKEWERS
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MAKES 4 SERVINGS
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MARINATING TIME 2 HOURS 12 to 15 minutes. Let stand for 5 min-
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utes before slicing.
skewers about ½-inch apart. (Two skewers will
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chicken and skewers; set aside.
season with salt and pepper. Transfer
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to grilling basket and place basket on
¼ cup tequila  juice, oil, chili peppers, cilantro, garlic, salt and
other side of barbecue; cook until veg-
pepper. Add chicken to marinade; toss to coat.
¼ cup lime juice etables are tender. Remove from grill
Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
3 tbsp olive oil and place in large bowl.
Place skewers on greased grill over high heat
2 tbsp chopped chili peppers Dressing In small bowl, combine oil,
(about 400°F). Grill chicken skewers, turning to
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro vinegar, garlic, oregano, lemon zest
brown on all sides, 10 to 12 minutes.
2 cloves garlic, crushed and juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine mayon-
1 tsp salt Pour dressing over grilled vegetables;
naise, basil, cilantro, chives, lime zest, salt and
pinch pepper toss to coat. Divide among plates and
pepper. Serve chicken skewers with herb sauce
on the side. serve chicken over top.
Herb Sauce
⅔ cup mayonnaise PER SERVING about 395 cal, 30 g pro, 30 g total fat (5 g sat. fat),
PER SERVING about 375 cal, 30 g pro, 21 g total fat
(3 g sat. fat), 17 g carb (3 g dietary fibre), 75 mg chol,
10 basil leaves, finely chopped trace carb (trace dietary fibre), 90 mg chol, 480 mg sodium.
155 mg sodium.

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PLATES
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PLENTY
Small plate Asian dishes that show-
case the flavours of Hong Kong and
Thailand are perfect for sharing.
PHOTOGRAPHY MAYA VISNYEI
FOOD STYLING MICHAEL ELLIOTT/JUDYINC.COM
PROP STYLING GEARY HOUSE

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 Siu Mai
Dumplings

Green Onion
Pancakes

Soy Dipping
Sauce

Our Cook the Cover

recipe: Chinese-Style Steamed Pork, Cilantro &
Barbecue Chicken Chive Dumplings

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 PORK, CILANTRO &
CHIVE DUMPLINGS
MAKES ABOUT 68 DUMPLINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 40 MINUTES

450 g lean ground pork TEST

2 cups
1½ cups
chopped cilantro
finely chopped Chinese chives or
KITCHEN
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4 g carb (0 g dietary fibre), 5 mg chol, 98 mg sodium.
SOY DIPPING
SAUCE
MAKES 12 SERVINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 5 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 5 MINUTES
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp finely chopped green onion
1 tsp
¼ tsp
sesame oil
toasted sesame seeds (optional)
pinch hot pepper flakes (optional)
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25 mg sodium.

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SIU MAI
DUMPLINGS
MAKES ABOUT 45 DUMPLINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 1¼ HOURS
225 g large shrimp, peeled and patted dry
4 strips bacon, coarsely chopped
225 g lean ground pork
¾ cup finely grated carrot, divided
1 tbsp Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
1 tbsp minced ginger
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp granulated sugar
1 tsp sodium-reduced soy sauce
½ tsp white pepper
45 wonton wrappers, about 225 g
1 green onion, finely chopped
In food processor, combine shrimp and
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pork, ½ cup of the carrot, rice wine,
ginger, sesame oil, sugar, soy sauce and
white pepper; pulse just until combined.
Scrape into bowl.
Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using 3-inch round cutter, cut circle from
each wonton wrapper, discarding corners.
Place ramekin of water on work surface.
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pork mixture in centre of wrapper; gather
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edge of wrapper and leaving dumpling
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with damp towel. Repeat with remaining
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for steamer basket; bring to boil. Line bot-
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Serve sprinkled with green onion and
remaining carrot. Serve with Soy Dipping
Sauce, if desired.
PER DUMPLING about 37 cal, 3 g pro, 2 g total fat
(0 g sat. fat), 3 g carb (0 g dietary fibre), 12 mg chol,
87 mg sodium.
DID YOU KNOW?
Often called Scallion Pancakes, this dim
sum staple is a savoury unleavened
flatbread that is both chewy and flaky.
TEST
GREEN ONION KITCHEN
PANCAKES
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
TIP
HANDS-ON TIME 10 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES
Our food team often found
Chinese broccoli, or gai lan, on
1 cup all-purpose flour the menu on their trip to Hong
3½ tbsp peanut oil or canola oil, divided Kong. It’s slightly more bitter
½ tsp salt than standard broccoli and has
½ cup boiling water longer stems. When buying,
choose unblemished stalks with
1 cup finely chopped green onions
or Chinese chives tightly closed flower heads.
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shape each into ball. Cover with damp HANDS-ON TIME 5 MINUTES
towel to prevent drying out. TOTAL TIME 15 MINUTES
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with ½ tsp of the oil. Roll up jelly-roll style 4 tsp peanut oil or canola oil
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roll into spiral, pinching and tucking end 1 tbsp finely chopped ginger
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Roll out into 8-inch circle; sprinkle with thinly sliced
half of the green onions. Roll up again into 2 tbsp oyster sauce
tight log; repeat spiral shape. Using hands, ½ tsp granulated sugar
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Repeat with remaining ball of dough.
broccoli, stirring occasionally, until stems
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over medium heat; cook garlic until golden
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and crisp, about 30 seconds. Using fork,
serve immediately, with Soy Dipping Sauce,
transfer garlic to plate. Add ginger to pan;
if desired.
cook until soft, about 45 seconds. Reduce
PER SERVING about 226 cal, 4 g pro, 12 g total fat heat to low; stir in oyster sauce, sugar and
(2 g sat. fat), 26 g carb (2 g dietary fibre), 0 mg chol,
297 mg sodium.
2 tbsp water. Cook, stirring, until hot.
Scrape oyster sauce mixture over broc-
coli; sprinkle with garlic
PER SERVING about 84 cal, 2 g pro, 5 g total fat
(1 g sat. fat), 8 g carb (3 g dietary fibre), 0 mg chol,
254 mg sodium.
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Thai noodle
SALAD

TEST
KITCHEN
TIP
If you aren’t eating the
rice vermicelli right
away, rinse the noodles
under cold water; drain
and toss with 1 tsp
canola oil.

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 Thai-style
FLANK STEAK

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 THAI NOODLE THAI-STYLE
SALAD FLANK STEAK
MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS MAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 20 MINUTES HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 30 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 2½ HOURS

100 g dried rice vermicelli 4 cloves garlic, minced

2 heads baby red leaf lettuce, 3 Thai shallots or 1 standard shallot,
leaves separated thinly sliced
1 cup cilantro leaves and chopped stems ¾ cup finely chopped lemongrass
1 cup mint leaves (about 3 stalks) THAI MIXED
1 cup Thai basil leaves 3 tbsp granulated sugar MANGO SALAD
⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions 3 tbsp fish sauce
MAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGS
2 mini cucumbers, thinly sliced 3 tbsp canola oil HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES
3 tbsp lime juice TOTAL TIME 15 MINUTES
½ cup salted roasted peanuts, chopped
(approx) 1 tbsp sodium-reduced soy sauce 4 Thai shallots or 2 standard shallots,
¼ cup Soy Dipping Sauce (see recipe, 1½ tsp white pepper thinly sliced
page 86) 750 g beef flank marinating steak 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup fried Thai shallots (optional) (1 inch thick) 2 cups green beans, halved on diagonal
1 200 g pkg baby king oyster
Place rice vermicelli in large heatproof 1 cup julienned carrots
mushrooms, halved lengthwise
bowl; add boiling water to cover. Let stand 1 cup mint leaves
½ tsp salt
until tender, about 5 minutes; drain. ⅔ cup salted roasted cashews, chopped
1 head Bibb lettuce, leaves separated
Divide lettuce among 4 serving bowls; 4 tbsp Soy Dipping Sauce (see recipe,
top with rice vermicelli, cilantro, mint, In bowl, stir together garlic, shallots, lem- page 86)
basil, green onions, cucumbers and pea- RQJUDVVVXJDU¿VKVDXFHRLOOLPHMXLFH 2 firm mangoes, peeled, pitted
soy sauce and pepper. Transfer 3 tbsp of and julienned
nuts. Spoon Soy Dipping Sauce over;
sprinkle with more peanuts, if desired, mixture to ramekin; pour remaining mix- In large bowl, toss together shallots,
and shallots (if using). ture into resealable plastic bag. Add steak tomatoes, green beans, carrots, mint,
to bag, pressing out air; close bag. Refrig- cashews and Soy Dipping Sauce. Let
PER EACH OF 6 SERVINGS about 152 cal, 5 g pro, 7 g total
fat (1 g sat. fat), 20 g carb (3 g dietary fibre), 0 mg chol, HUDWHÀLSSLQJRFFDVLRQDOO\IRUKRXUV stand for 5 minutes.
230 mg sodium. Preheat barbecue to medium heat 6WLULQPDQJRHVMXVWEHIRUHVHUYLQJ
(350°F); grease grill. In bowl, toss mush-
PER EACH OF 8 SERVINGS about 150 cal, 4 g pro, 6 g total
rooms with reserved lemongrass mixture. fat (1 g sat. fat), 24 g carb (4 g dietary fibre), 0 mg chol,
Sprinkle with salt. 225 mg sodium.
Remove steak from marinade, shaking
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until grill-marked and medium-rare, about
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with foil and let rest for 10 minutes.
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added a bit of oomph 5 minutes.
to this region’s recipes. Slice steak across the grain into ¼-inch-
Thai shallots are smaller thick slices. Place steak, mushrooms and
than standard shallots lettuce on serving platter. Serve with Soy
and have a stronger Dipping Sauce (see recipe, page 86).
flavour.
PER EACH OF 8 SERVINGS about 232 cal, 22 g pro, 11 g total
fat (3 g sat. fat), 11 g carb (1 g dietary fibre), 65 mg chol,
807 mg sodium.

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Thai mixed
MANGO SALAD

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COOK & EAT desserts

Basics
Back to

These easy, comforting desserts

make the most of fresh, in-season
fruit bursting with flavour.
RECIPES THE TEST KITCHEN | PHOTOGRAPHY MAYA VISNYEI
FOOD STYLING CLAIRE STUBBS | PROP STYLING LARA M CGRAW

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 RASPBERRY
CRUMBLE CAKE
Preheat oven to 350°F. Mist 9-inch springform
MAKES 10 TO 12 SERVINGS
HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES pan with cooking spray; line bottom with parch-
TOTAL TIME 1¾ HOURS ment paper; set aside.

TEST Topping
⅔ cup all-purpose flour
Topping In bowl, stir together flour, brown
sugar and salt. Using fork, mix in butter until
KITCHEN ⅓ cup packed brown sugar moistened. Toss in almonds (if using); set aside.
TIP ¼ tsp
5 tbsp
salt
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2 tbsp sliced almonds (optional) der and salt. In large bowl, using an electric mixer,
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beat butter with sugar on medium speed until
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blackberries for Cake ÀX̆\EHDWLQHJJVDWDWLPHEHDWLQVRXUFUHDP
the raspberries 1½ cups all-purpose flour DQGYDQLOOD6WLULQÀRXUPL[WXUHLQWZRDGGLWLRQV
and serve with 2½ tsp baking powder just until combined.
whipped cream. ½ tsp salt Scrape into prepared pan, smoothing top; sprin-
½ cup unsalted butter, softened kle with raspberries. Sprinkle topping over top.
1 cup granulated sugar Bake until cake tester inserted in centre comes
2 eggs RXWFOHDQWRPLQXWHV/HWFRROPLQXWHV
½ cup sour cream Remove collar and slide on rack to cool. Serve
1 tsp vanilla with more raspberries, if using.
1½ cup raspberries PER SERVING about 318 cal, 4 g pro, 15 g total fat (9 g sat. fat),
raspberries for garnish (optional) 43 g carb (2 g dietary fibre), 69 mg chol, 265 mg sodium.

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 TEST
KITCHEN PLUM AND
CHERRY COBBLER
TIP MAKES 9 SERVINGS
Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a 10-inch cast-
HANDS-ON TIME 25 MINUTES
Placing the cast-iron pan TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR 10 MINUTES + COOLING TIME iron skillet or 9-inch baking dish; set aside.
on a baking tray prevents any In large bowl, toss together plums, cherries,
bubbling fruit mixture from 8 plums, pitted, cut into eighths sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, salt and cinna-
dripping to the bottom (about 6 cups) mon (if using). Scrape into prepared pan.
of the oven. 2 cups pitted cherries
Topping In bowl, using fork, whisk together
½ cup granulated sugar
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5 tsp cornstarch
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pinch salt
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⅓ cup granulated sugar about 45 minutes, covering with foil if brown-
2 tsp baking powder ing too quickly. Let cool 20 to 30 minutes.
½ tsp salt Serve warm.
½ cup 35% cream or 2% milk PER SERVING about 311 cal, 3 g pro, 12 g total fat (7 g sat. fat),
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted 51 g carb (2 g dietary fibre), 32 mg chol, 259 mg sodium.

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MIXED BERRY CRISP
¼ cup packed brown sugar
MAKES 6 SERVINGS ¼ tsp cinnamon
HANDS-ON TIME 15 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR 5 MINUTES + COOLING TIME
¼ tsp salt
⅓ cup cold unsalted butter
¼ cup granulated sugar Preheat oven to 350°F.
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In large bowl, stir together sugar and corn-
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starch. Add blackberries, raspberries, blue-
raspberries, blueberries Place dish on baking sheet and bake until
berries and vanilla; toss to combine. Transfer
½ tsp vanilla topping is golden and edges are bubbling,
mixture to 6-cup casserole dish.
50 to 55 minutes. Cool in pan on rack.
Topping Topping,QERZOVWLUWRJHWKHURDWVÀRXU Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
½ cup large-flake rolled oats brown sugar, cinnamon and salt. Grate but- PER SERVING about 227 cal, 4 g pro, 11 g total fat (7 g sat. fat),
½ cup all-purpose flour ter into bowl. Using fingers, rub in butter 42 g carb (5 g dietary fibre), 27 mg chol, 102 mg sodium.

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OATMEAL RAISIN
COOKIES Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets
MAKES ABOUT 36 COOKIES with parchment paper; set aside.
HANDS-ON TIME 25 MINUTES In large bowl, beat together butter, brown
TOTAL TIME 55 MINUTES
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1¾ cups all-purpose flour 2 inches apart, on prepared pans. Bake, 1 pan
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