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events & entertainment 4 Events & Entertainment 12 Live Shows in Toronto 14 Calendar of Events 17 mother’s Day Gift Guide 20 WaySpa

Home 23 Garden Questions with Frankie Flowers 28 Organize your Spring Cleaning 31 Real Estate Tips with T.K. Butler

Fun stuFF 32 OTG Crossword

Pets 34 Plenty of Fish

Fitness 37 Spring into Fitness

Food & drink 41 On the Go Recipes 54 Niagara Vintage Wine Tours 57 Tony aspler’s Wine Picks 58 Cocktails with Jeremy Parsons

Getaways 62 Niagara Falls Spectacular! 67 Stratford 69 RVing for the Long Weekend 70 Brantford Summer Fun 71 Ottawa Getaway

teCH Gear 74 OTG Picks: Our Favourite apps

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mother’s Day Gifts

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Are you getting restless? Are you looking for something to do besides hanging around the house performing numerous spring chores? Here are a few suggestions for what to do this month, out and about in the GTA.

Toronto Jewish Film FestivalTuesday May 3rd – Friday May 13th, 2012Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Toronto Jewish Film Festival (TJFF) will be presenting over 956 films representing 15 countries. Films such as How to Re-Establish a Vodka Empire offer a look at Jewish history in both the Ukraine and Northern Ireland; My Best Enemy is a thriller set during the Nazis’ annexing of Austria; and of course there are wonderful comedies that can’t be missed. This

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year TJFF honours local hero Judy Feld Carr — the woman who saved the lives of 3,228 Syrian Jews — with the international premiere of the Israeli documentary, Miss Judy. TJFF has something for everyone to enjoy. For a full listing of events and show times visit their website, www.tjff.com

Tequila spirits & cocktails showFriday May 4th – Saturday May 5th, 2012Metro Toronto Convention CentreThis is the perfect opportunity for tequila lovers, those new to the world of tequila, and those who are curious about the intriguing Mexican spirit to have a chance to taste some of the best tequila available today — without having to spend a fortune at the liquor store. The show will be serving premium bottles from all of the five types of tequila – blanco or plata, joven abocado or oro, reposado, añejo, and extra añejo. Besides tasting some of the best tequila the world has to offer, visitors will also enjoy authentic Mexican foods, Mezcal, beer, wine, music, dance and art. For more information check out www.tequilaandmore.com.

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Toronto comic arts Festival 2012Saturday May 5th – Sunday May 6th, 2012Toronto Reference LibraryThe Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) is a celebration of comics and graphic novels and their creators, which takes place during a two-day exhibition and vendor fair featuring hundreds of comic creators from around the world. This festival will also feature readings, interviews, panels, gallery shows, art installations, and much more. This is a great festival that promotes the diversity of comics as a legitimate medium of literary and artistic worth. For more information go to www.torontocomics.com

artfest – celebrating arts and craftsSaturday May 19th – Monday May 21st, 2012Artisans at the DistilleryKick the summer off with a celebration of the arts as 85 artists & artisans from across Canada gather at the Historic Distillery District for three days. There will be a large variety of art, pottery, textiles, clothing, wood, glass, gourmet foods, photography,

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Doors open TorontoSaturday May 26th – Sunday May 27th, 2012This year’s theme is 200 Years of Building the Urban City in commemoration of the War of 1812 bicentennial. There will be more than a hundred buildings that are architecturally, historically, culturally and socially significant to view and admire. The complete building roster will be announced at the beginning of this month. To keep up-to-date with Doors Open Toronto go to their website at www.toronto.ca/doorsopen

HarbourFronT cenTre Forest of reading Festival of TreesWednesday May 15th – Thursday May 16th, 2012There are a few exciting fun family events happening at the Harbourfront Centre this month. The largest children’s literary event in Canada, Forest of Reading Festival of Trees, returns Wednesday May 15th to Thursday May 16th, 2012 for fun workshops, author signings and other exciting activities that celebrate the experience of reading.

The Toronto international circus Festival presents Zero gravity circus showcase Thursday May 19th – Saturday May 21st, 2012. The Zero Gravity Circus Showcase is full of fearless circus professionals including aerial acrobatics, high-energy acrobatic dance, spectacular tumbling and towers plus hilarious comic antics. For a full listing of events happening at the Harbourfront Centre check out their website www.harbourfrontcentre.com

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KiD KoALA 918 Bathurst Centre • Friday, May 4

The MeRCy NoW Sneaky Dee’s • Friday, may 1

Lee FieLDS & The expReSSioNS Great Hall • Saturday, May 5

SpiRiTuALizeD Phoenix Concert Hall • Saturday, May 5

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The AVeTT bRoTheRS Danforth Music Hall • Tuesday, May 15 & Wednesday, May 16

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Itzhak PerlmanApril 25 & 26 at 8:00pmPeter Oundjian, conductorItzhak Perlman, violinKhachaturian: Suite from

Masquerade and SpartacusTchaikovsky: Francesca da RiminiBeethoven: Violin ConcertoApril 28 at 8:00pmItzhak Perlman, conductor and violinPeter Oundjian, violinMozart: Overture to The Abduction

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The Hockey SweaterMay 12 at 1:30pm & 3:30pmAlain Trudel, conductorRoch Carrier, narrator | Ken Dryden, hostAbigail Richardson: The Hockey SweaterBring the whole family to the public premièreof a delightful, newly commissioned work based on Roch Carrier’s classic story The Hockey Sweater!

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A: To prune or not prune is a question I get asked a lot this time of year. The answer depends on whether a flowering or fruit-bearing plant bears flowers or fruit on old or new wood. If they bloom or bear fruit on new wood (new growth), an aggressive spring pruning is recommended. This is usually the case for those fruits or flowers that appear in late spring to summer. However, if they bear flowers or fruit on old wood, you do not want to prune at this time of year, the only pruning you want to do is to remove dead wood or any damaged or diseased stems. Good examples of flowering shrubs are forsythia and lilacs. As for your raspberries, most varieties bear this year’s fruit on last year’s growth, meaning the

only thing you should prune this time of year are canes that had fruit on them last year, and canes that are dead and not budding.

Q: I had a terrible problem with slugs in my garden. Trying to deal with them in an environmentally friendly way, I was told to put beer in containers at ground level and the slugs would be attracted to that instead of my garden plants. Some liked to drink and drown and some liked my plants instead. This remedy did not solve the problem. Any suggestions that work?

A. Slugs are challenging. The best way of controlling slug populations is proper watering. Slugs enjoy environments that are warm and wet, and being nocturnal, they enjoy this environment at night. I always recommend morning watering of gardens for two reasons. Firstly, it is the most efficient use of water. Second, morning watering minimizes the chances of disease (plants dry quickly after watering) and insects … like slugs. By watering in the morning, your plants and

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With spring in full swing, gardeners of any skill level can face a variety of challenges in getting their ‘green’ on, especially following our warmer than usual winter. Here are a few quick tips based on viewer questions about different situations in their yards and gardens.

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gardens will go to bed at night dry and this will reduce slug populations dramatically. Also, try a generous layer of crushed eggs shells spread around the base of your prized plants. This should help!

Q: I have a mossy type of growth in my mostly perennial back garden. It used to be just around rocks and stepping stones, but now I see it on the base of my irises and covering the ground where my lilies are about to show. Is this something to worry about? Will it damage or overtake my perennials? If I start removing it, is there any special direction?

A: I would love to see a picture of this! But let’s assume your moss is just moss … the exact same type that you see on the forest floor (green spongy and soft to touch). Moss is a fungus. Ideal conditions for the growth of moss are shaded locations with compacted soils that are acidic. To remove moss or rid your area of moss solutions, include reducing compaction by aerating or turning the soil, improving light by selectively pruning some branches from trees high above, and finally, sweeten the soil by reducing the acidity through the application of horticultural lime. Will the moss harm your plants? No. However, the lack of light, compaction and acidic soil may harm them.

Q: Our front lawn is losing the battle to crab grass. How can I get rid of it? Eco friendly of course. My husband says round up and start again. Please help. Our front lawn is about 50 ft by 100 ft.

A: The way to battle best is to get to know your enemies! Your enemy “crabgrass” is an annual weed that each and every year gains growth on your lawn via the germination of seed. Crabgrass is not perennial. First line of attack is to prevent

crabgrass from germinating through an application of corn gluten (for this I recommend something like CIL Bio-Weed and Feed). This is only effective in early spring before crabgrass seeds have germinated and may be a little late for this year. Second line of defence is to cut your lawn at a height of three inches to shade weed seeds and reduce the amount of light they receive. Third line of defence is to strengthen your lawn by topdressing, over-seeding (note: this cannot be done simultaneously with corn gluten application — you need to wait 6–8 weeks after) and fertilizing (I recommend CIL GOLD). Finally, hand removal when you see crabgrass always helps toward victory in the crabgrass battle!

Q: Page 297 of your new book, “Pot It Up,” provides ideas for the ‘Strawberry Dazzler’ container. Would you recommend planting the Rex Begonia in its original pot then sinking it in the larger container with the impatiens around it? You have suggested planting some plants in their pots on some of your shows.

A: Rex Begonia makes a perfect partner to impatiens and other part-sun to shade-loving annuals and perennials. You could plant directly into the container or plant the “Rex” in its pot in the container. I recommend this because of the ease of removal. In early spring, this is a great trick for those tender plants that don’t like cold nights. Planting them in their pot allows for the gardener to remove just that plant, instead of taking the whole container in. This also works well for those invasive plants that could bully other plant varieties in container mixes. In short, the answer to your question is YES!

Q: My magnolia was about to bloom when the cold weather hit. Now all the buds and half open blooms are brown. I guess that’s it for this year, or will there

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A. While we were blessed with warm temperatures in March, we had to face the downside of too fast of a warm up in early spring. Yes, your magnolia blooms that have browned have been touched by frost, and yes they are done for this year. Will this have long term effects? No, however, if we continue to be dry this spring, many plants will be lost. Just remember: winters don’t kill many plants and trees. The hot, dry weather of summer stresses all plants, especially those who solely rely on Mother Nature for water. If this is a dry year we are in trouble! I also anticipate the mild temperatures of this winter will result in an increase of bugs and disease. Undoubtedly we are in for an interesting garden season!

Q: I have a large maple tree and no grass under it. I have used special shade grass seed for Canada and it did not take. I would like to know what kind of grass seed I should use, as I really want to have grass under the tree.

A. Let’s first shed some light on why growing grass under a tree is so challenging. This relates to Darwin’s survival of the fittest. Your maple is the ‘big guy’ who takes all the moisture and all the light for himself. Grass requires moisture and light to grow, and your maple prevents this, so the battle will continue. There is a solution that works but it’s not grass. I would recommend topdressing and overseeding this area with a

50/50 mixture of shade grass seed and white clover. The white clover grows in low light areas and poor conditions. And while it’s not grass, it is green and soft to walk on. Your other option is to mulch the area.

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Spring is finally here. The weather is getting nicer, you’re opening up your windows, putting your sweaters away, and what is that you see? The windows are surrounded by dust and the closet is cluttered. It’s time for Spring cleaning. Don’t dread yet! With proper planning you can clean your home with ease.

So much to Do!There are two ways to divide tasks to make the whole mission less over whelming. The first way is to divide them throughout the year. This way you won’t have to do everything in one day or week-end. Make a list of tasks like cleaning the windows or polishing the silverware and assign one or two tasks to a month. The second way is to use all of one month, May is usually preferred, and divide up the tasks to do each weekend. With family, you can give each family member a task or few and have everything done in one weekend or even one day. Kids may not always want to participate in chores, but by playing music and providing motivation like seeing a movie afterwards, it’s not too difficult to gather your recruits. Whether you live in a two story house or an apartment, start from the top and work your way down. Meaning start with the top floor and work your way to the first floor or basement and clean from the ceiling down, pushing dirt to the floor and clean the floor last.

Natural and Nifty Tricks When it comes to cleaning products, try using natural remedies for a healthier home. White

vinegar works wonders with windows and mirrors. Just add one part vinegar to one part hot water. For an all purpose cleaner, use a touch of dish soap in a hot water. For furniture polish, mix 1 cup of olive oil and 1/2 cup of lemon juice. When dusting, use a microfiber cloth which picks up every spec of dust. You can also use a fabric softener sheet, another dust magnet, and give the room a nice fresh scent.

Out With The Old With the weather getting warmer, putting win-ter stuff away, and bringing summer stuff out, this is a good time to start sorting through things that have been piling up and can be donated or put into a garage sale. If you have a hard time figuring out which clothes to get rid of, try this clever trick. Near the end of summer, turn all of your hangers around. As you wear clothes, put the hangers back the right way around. Come Spring, when all kinds of weather has passed, you’ll be able to see what clothes you don’t wear because they’re hangers are still turned around.

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The biggest fear is the same crash that affected America will happen on our soil in the coming years. The stability of any market will be based on interest rates, immigration and economy, to make it simple. If the average Canadian is making enough money to make a down payment and the interest rates are appealing for investors to buy Real Estate instead of bonds, stocks, and RSPs, then there will be sufficient demand to keep prices rising and houses coming on the market. Despite concerns that the Toronto condo market will burst, buyers are still buying like it’s Black Friday in Smalltown USA because of the basic factors mentioned earlier and business people hoping to live close to work. The rest of Canada has had inconsistent markets, although Newfoundland house prices are up 166% since 2000. Their economy is doing so well, the talk of prices declining there is much less frequent than in the home of the Maple Leafs. What’s in store for the diverse land of the free? The average price of a detached home is $368,900 in 2012 and this figure is projected to rise to $379,000 in 2013. Keeping the market balanced will be important to make these numbers look appealing to Canucks. The number of new listings compared to sales gives us a Sales-To-New Listing Ratio determining if it’s a Sellers’ or Buyers’ market. Currently in Toronto it’s a Sellers’ market where bidding wars are frequent. Careful strategies must be played in order to come out the victor.

Will the bubble burst? I think the answer is right there in front of us. The situation we are in hardly compares to what happened in the U.S. We took every precautionary measure to prevent a crash with shortening amortization periods to 30 years max and decreasing the equity homeowners can pull from their largest lifetime investments. We have a fair and stable economy so my prediction is a smooth sailing market for years to come, safe to invest in and smart to stay in it. There will be an adjustment to even things out once interest rates do go up, but that will not decrease prices. It will only make people realize that the right home for them is one they can afford.

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Pet ownership remains on the rise in North America — and this recent wave

of general interest includes the aquarium segment of the industry. Interest has been influenced by popular cultural icons like Nemo and advances in technology. According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA), there are an estimated 150 million pet fish in the US (compared to 74.8 million pet dogs). During the past decade, fish were one of the fastest growing categories of pets (growing more than 20 percent over the previous decade). Lately, Laura’s been trying to breed fish in her tank, so the topic has been on our minds. According to her friend Nick who prolifically breeds Guppies, she’s been “doing it” all wrong — she has too many different kinds of fish in the tank. The problem is that they require different water temperatures and ph levels to get them in the mood, so to speak. And all this time, she just thought the female parrot

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By Jen Mitchell and Laura DucharmeLooking for a mate in this big pond of Toronto? It’s not easy. Women out number men and competition is fierce. Meanwhile, fish have got it all figured out. Take the fresh water swordtails for example. If there is a group of all females in an isolated area with no males around, the hormone level

in the water will cause some of the females to change into males to keep the species existing. As soon as they make fish babies — they change back into females!

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fish was playing hard to get! Nick recommends that she practice with the frisky guppy. The stunning fan tailed males will produce some handsome offspring with little effort. Believe it or not, goldfish have a rather exciting and potentially dangerous mating life. The male chases the female for hours, bumping into her abdomen in an effort to get the female to eject her eggs so that he can fertilize them. This is called the “spawning chase”. Often times, there are several males “courting” one female. At times it’s chaotic and the female, desperate to get away from all her aggressive suitors, may jump and injure herself against rocks or end up on dry land. So ladies, we’ve come to the conclusion that the best fish to be just might be a sea horse. Male sea horses are strong sensitive types. There’s a beautiful courtship that takes place before the deed is done. Daily pre-dawn dances include the intertwining of tails and swimming together. After a good amount of bonding time, they engage in a true courtship dance. And, get this, the

female deposits her eggs into the male’s pouch! The caring dads incu-bate the eggs, preparing them for a life at sea, until they are finally ready to expel the “fry” from the pouch. If you’re thinking about getting fish as pets, we love Carl Hayden, an amazing “fish guy” with his own aquarium servicing business. He once told us that he “knows more than the internet” when it comes to fish — and we simply have to agree. He takes time to answer everyone’s questions and loves to talk fish. Find him at www.carlsaquarium.com.

Jen Mitchell writes, produces & directs for the Pet Network. Fido & Wine is the world’s first cooking series dedicated to sharing ideas and recipes for meals that both people and their pets can enjoy. Show host & entrepreneur laura Ducharme seeks inspiration for a fine meal that humans and animals alike will savour, and then returns to her kitchen to demonstrate how to prepare these mouth-watering recipes. Jen Mitchell: [email protected] www.mydogsbreakfast.com laura Ducharme: [email protected]

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Hair Grow Technology’s Bio-Fen® product line is continually moving forward! We are introducing our two latest versions; Bio-Fen® Plus for Men and Bio-Fen® Plus for Women. These products have been assigned Natural Product Numbers (NPN’s) by Health Canada.aWe recognize that both men and women experience androgenic alopecia (AGA, or male /female pattern baldness) and have made some improvements to the original formulation basedon the latest science to address their specific needs. You will notice that we now have additionalcomplementary (Health Canada Approved) health claims on each product.

How does Bio-Fen® PLUS work?We are bringing you two new products with double the number of capsules and triplethe number of health claims for men and four times the number of health claims for women.

As in the previous formulation, the fenugreek seed extract in both new formulas reducesexcess blood lipid levels (hyperlipidemia). Fenugreek contains β-sitosterol, an activeplant sterol, which has been shown to inhibit 5-alpha-reductase activity – theenzyme responsible for converting excess testosterone to DHT (which is the primary molecule that causes hair loss). The SDG (secoisolariciresinoldiglucoside) from flax lignans in both formulas also decreases excess cholesterol- the building block of testosterone. Based on new research on therate of metabolism of SDG in flax lignans (8-12 hours on average),the dosage in both products has been revised from once a day totwice a day for optimum results.

Twice the Strength! Twice the Power!Bio-Fen® Plus for Men:As before, the saw palmetto extract inhibits the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, and this action slows down the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (or DHT) – theoverabundance of which causes the miniaturization of hair follicles.This activity of the saw palmetto also helps to relieve the urinarysymptoms of mild to moderate BPH for men. The saw palmetto that originally was an extract standardized to45% free fatty acids, esters, and sterols while the new formula is a4:1 extract to support the BPH claim. The product still containsthese molecules for hair loss, but they are now at proprietaryamounts based on our research so that the competition cannot duplicate our formula.

Bio-Fen® Plus for Men will also help to:• Relieve the urologic symptoms associated with mild to moderate benign prostatic

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• Reduce elevated blood lipid levels / hyperlipidemia.

Bio-Fen® Plus for Women:The women’s formula is almost the same as the men’s formula. The mechanisms and results forthe women formula is the same. The only difference is it contains silicon and iron instead of sawpalmetto. Silicon has been shown to contribute to hair shaft strength and thus healthy hairgrowth. It also contains iron which helps prevent iron deficiency. A number of studies haverelated sub-clinical iron deficiency in women to diffuse hair loss/alopecia.The increased amount of SDG and other revisions to the regulations allow us to make someadditional health claims for Bio-Fen® Plus for Women.

Bio-Fen® Plus for Women will also help to:• Reduce elevated blood lipid levels/hyperlipidemia

• Prevent iron deficiency.• Metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins.

How long must I use Bio-Fen® Plus? Bio-Fen® Plus for Men capsules are usually effective at stoppinghair loss within the first two months. However, since healthyhair grows only about 1 cm each month, it may take up tothree months before you notice that hair growth is increased or the rate of hair loss is decreased. Anyone experiencing newgrowth should see it within four months. In some people the original pigmentation may come back. Once you stop completely your hair growth pattern will slowly go back to thepoint where you started. However, some people may be ableto go with a lower maintenance dose.

What is the quality of Bio-Fen®Plus for Men?Bio-Fen® Plus for Men is manufactured in Canada according toquality assurance specifications called Good ManufacturingPractices (GMP). This ensures that the ingredients are tested fortheir level of quality, potency & purity, prior to production andthe finished product prior to sale.

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In order to lose pounds and strengthen your heart cardiovascular exercise is

essential. The myth that you have to stay on a cardio machine for an hour or more is wrong. If you are limited on time a simple and effective way to torch a lot of calories can be done with interval training.

Intervals are where you bring your heart rate up for 60 seconds or less and then bring it down to recover. An example would be if you were running on the treadmill you would sprint really hard for up to 60 seconds, and then step off and rest for 30 seconds, after the 30 seconds of resting jump back on and sprint again. Perform up to 10 intervals for maximum calorie burn.

When strength training, otherwise known as weight training, most people think you need over an hour in the gym to target all major muscle groups. This is also a myth. A good way to get a full body workout in a small amount of time is to perform circuits.

Most of us have heard of circuit training but don’t really know what it is. Basically circuit training is doing a series of exercises back to back with no rest in between. The only time you rest is after the completed circuit. With little resting, you cut back on time and can be in and out of the gym with a full body workout.

Make fitness a priority in your life to ensure good health. Always take time out to take care

of yourself. With these simple tips the excuse I have no time is gone. Have a healthy May and get prepared for summer!

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SPRING INTO FITNESS WITH LITTLE TIMEBy Michelle Betts

Flowers are blooming, spring is here. Although summertime and beach wear is around the corner there is still time to get into shape and it doesn’t take hours upon hours in the gym. Keep reading for simple ways to spring into fitness, especially when you are on a time crunch.

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Jarlsberger burger Serves 4

Jarlsberg® ‘Caesar’ salad

ingredients800 g minced beef

(hamburger meat)2 egg whites2 tsp saltBlack pepper4 slices Jarlsberg® cheese

direCtionsCombine all ingredients except cheese, and shape into four large patties. (The egg whites will make the burgers juicier). Season with salt and pepper. Fry or grill the burgers for about 3 minutes on

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each side, making sure the meat is cooked through. When almost done, top each burger with a slice of Jarlsberg to let it melt.

toppings4 large hamburger buns1 red onion, slicedIceberg lettuce leaves 2 tomatoes, sliced1 large sweet or dill pickle,

slicedMayonnaise, ketchup and mustard (to taste)

ingredients1 head romaine lettuce

dressing1 egg yolk4 Tbsp white wine vinegar2 garlic gloves, finely chopped2 Tbsp neutral oil (sunflower or

canola) 2 Tbsp olive oil120 g Jarlsberg cheese, grated4 Tbsp milk4 anchoviesSalt and pepper150 g Jarlsberg® for garnish,

sliced into matchsticks or shaved

direCtionsBeat egg yolk together with the vinegar and garlic. Whisk the oils gradually into the mixture. Add

all the other ingredients except Jarlsberg garnish. You can also use a food processor to make this dressing.

garliC Croutons½ loaf of firm bread2-4 gloves garlic, crushed

and minced6 Tbsp olive oilSalt

direCtionsSlice the bread into small cubes or sticks. Sauté in a medium hot pan with the garlic and oil until golden brown. Let the croutons cool and salt lightly. Toss the romaine lettuce with the dressing. Serve topped with the croutons and the Jarlsberg garnish.

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An impromptu dinner party is ideal for those evenings when you get the sudden urge to entertain or when you’re met by unexpected guests standing at your front door. Either way, with this ET TU Caesar Salad Impromptu Dinner Party Menu, you can be sure to impress your guests with your ability to produce a delightful evening filled with good food, drink, games and company — without breaking a sweat.

menuKeep it casual. Veggies and dip or cheese and crackers are great nibblers to offer your guests before sitting down to dinner. For an entrée, try the Cajun Chicken Cutlets with a sweet Watermelon Mint Salsa paired with a side of ET TU Caesar salad. Your guests will never guess that a meal so delicious didn’t require advanced planning. For the perfect beverage pairing, Watermelon Mojitos will beautifully complement the salsa featured in your main dish.

watermelon mint salsaingredients2 cups (500 mL) chopped

seedless watermelon2 tbsp (30 mL) lime juice1 cup (250 mL) diced seeded

tomato1 tbsp (15 mL) minced fresh

cilantro1 tbsp (15 mL) minced fresh

mintMinced seeded jalapeño to taste½ cup (125 mL) chopped fresh

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direCtionsToss watermelon mint salsa ingredients together, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.Source: www.watermelon.org

CaJun ChiCken Cutletsingredients2 tbsp (30 mL) vegetable oil2 tbsp (30 mL) granulated garlic2 tbsp (30 mL) mild chilli powder2 tbsp (30 mL) ground cumin2 tbsp (30 mL) sweet paprika6 boneless skinless chicken

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direCtionsMix together the spices. Coat the chicken cutlets with the spice mixture. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium high heat and place chicken cutlets in pan. Blacken on both sides and sauté just until cooked through. Top with Watermelon Mint Salsa and serve immediately. Makes 6 servings.Source: www.watermelon.org

watermelon moJitosingredients½ lime, quartered1 tsp (5 mL) granulated sugar2 sprigs fresh mint3 cubes watermelon1½ oz (45 mL) white rumsoda

direCtionsMuddle lime quarters, sugar and mint until fragrant and sugar dissolves. Add watermelon chunks and muddle a few more times. Add rum then fill glass with ice and top with soda. Source: Cooking with Booze

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sCallop sauté with olive pestoingredients1 lb sea scallops, washed and

dried thoroughly 1 Jar (190mL) Sardo gourmet

green olive pesto 1 tomato, diced⅛ Tbsp finely chopped

fresh parsley 1 garlic clove 3 Tbsp lemon juice 2 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp Olive Oil

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direCtions1. Heat large skillet, add olive oil

over medium-high heat.2. Add scallops, turning them

frequently until golden brown.3. Remove scallops and place on

a platter, keep warm.4. Refrigerate at least 1 hour

before serving.5. Using same skillet, add lemon

juice, butter, garlic, parsley, pepper.

6. Cook until butter is melted, pour over the scallops.

7. Place Scallop on top Pesto.

mediterranean olive salad ingredients6 tomatoes, chopped3 orange heirloom tomatoes,

chopped ½ red onion, finely sliced1 yellow or red bell pepper,

sliced½ cucumber, sliced1 (250mL) pkg Sardo jumbo

pitted or sliced Kalamata olives (drained)

4 Tbsp Sardo puroliva oil50 grams of crumbled fetaSalt and oregano

direCtionsCombine all ingredients in a bowl. Season with salt and oregano. Toss and serve.

ClassiC italian panini

genoa flower

ingredients1 piece of your favourite Italian

bread (focaccia, ciabatta) 6 thin slices of Mastro genoa

Salami hot2 thin slices of Provolone

cheese Extra Virgin Olive OilArugula

direCtions1. Split bread horizontally.2. Brush olive oil on the inside

of each half3. Arrange Provolone cheese

and the Mastro Genoa Salami on bottom half.

4. Lightly brush the outside of the bread with olive oil.

5. Press in grill until lightly browned.

6. Open Panini and arrange the

ingredients8 slices of Mastro genoa Salami4 Olives (pitted) 4 pearl Bocconcini4 Cherry tomatoes — cut in half Toothpicks

direCtions1. Take each slice of Genoa

salami, loosely fold in thirds. 2. Add halved cherry tomato

and bocconcini then toothpick to serve.

3. Repeat steps using olives.

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Arugula leaves on top of the provolone cheese.

7. Enjoy!Yield: 1 portion.

variationsGenoa Salami Mild can be used in place of Genoa Salami Hot.This sandwich can also be enjoyed without a press.

4. Combine both variations on a serving dish for presentation

Yield: 4 servings – 2 flowers each.

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Pork loin chops and Pork ribs remain backyard BBQ favourites. But don’t forget about Pork cubes for skewers and kabobs, ground Pork for a change from your usual burger, or Porktenderloins for a quick, lean meal. Pork roasts are great on the BBQ too!

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sizzling ribsFor great summer eating, nothing beats ribs on the grill, moist and succulent with mouth-watering flavour. Ribs are always in great demand, especially in the summer months. Knowing what to look for and how to prepare them will make you a rib connoisseur.

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BaCK RIBS: Back ribs come from the loin section. They are the same bones that you find on pork loin chops. The bones, or ribs, are small and more rounded in cross section than those of side ribs. More tender than side ribs, with a greater meat to bone ratio, back ribs might cost a little more than side ribs.BUTTON BONES: Back ribs may have a tail section attached but it is usually removed and sold separately as “button bones”. They can be prepared the same as back ribs.BaBy BaCK RIBS: These are identical in every way to regular back ribs.SIDE RIBS: Side ribs lie directly adjacent to the belly, running from the point at which back ribs end to the breast bone (sternum). Side ribs are less tender, contain cartilage, and tend to be less expensive than back ribs, nevertheless they make for great eating if correctly prepared. SPaRE RIBS: An alternative name for side ribs and more common in the USA.COUNTRy STyLE RIBS: Country style ribs are the same cut as the bone-in rib roast, except that a longitudinal cut is made through the ribs and then butterflied open. These ribs can be roasted or braised as for a rib roast or cut into fingers for grilling.

preparing and Cooking ribs:Before cooking, remove the thin membrane on the curved underside of the ribs. It becomes tough during cooking, and sauces and seasonings won’t penetrate. Slip a spoon handle or knife blade underneath at one end of the rack. Then lift and pull the membrane away. There are a few different methods for making the perfect ribs:Precooking Before Grilling: To precook ribs before grilling, don’t boil them. Instead, put about ½-inch of water in a shallow pan. Season them with a dry rub or add a few lemon slices to the water, and then place the ribs, meaty side up, in the pan and cover with foil. Roast at 325°F (160°C) until tender — about 45 minutes for back ribs, 90 minutes for side ribs. Then grill over medium heat, about 20 minutes, basting with your favourite sauce, and turning often. Grilling – Indirect Cooking (barbecuing) Pork Ribs: Back ribs can be grilled without prior cooking, i.e. from raw. The best way to do this is to use the indirect cooking method and remember low and slow. Heat barbecue to low heat, about 250°F (120°C), turn off one side and place ribs on the “off” side. If using barbecue sauce start basting after thirty minutes, and continue until ribs are cooked and tender, between 1 and a half and 2 and a half hours total. Turn ribs every 20 minutes or so. If using a rub, apply before you start grilling. If using charcoal, wait until coals have died down, bank the coals to one side, and grill on the other side. Keep the lid of the barbecue down, and try to maintain a temperature of 250°F (120°C) throughout the cooking process.Whichever method you choose, you’ll enjoy great ribs on the grill.

¼ cup (50 mL) maple syrup1 tbsp (15 mL) ketchup 1 tbsp (15 mL) soy sauce

In a bowl, thoroughly combine all ingredients. Use to baste pork steaks, chops, kebabs, ribs or roast.

Canadian maple glaze Try this classic Canadian pork glaze recipe! Yield: ⅓ cup (75 mL).

veggie alphabets

kamut khorasan salad

ingredients1 package Artesian Acres

Kamut Alphabets or orzo1 head of broccoli,

cut into florets3 carrots, diced1 cup peas, fresh or frozen1 package cream cheese, cut

into cubes 1 cup cheddar cheese, gratedSalt and pepper to taste

ingredients2 cups Kamut berries, cooked

and cooled or one package Artesian Acres orzo cooked and rinsed with cold water

1 small red onion, diced1 cup corn, fresh or frozen1 red pepper, grilled and diced1 jalapeño grilled, finely diced2 Belgian endive, sliced2 cups salad shrimp (optional)2 scallions or chives, sliced¼ cup parsley, chopped

vinaigrette ¼ cup olive oil or walnut oil¼ cup apple cider vinegar1 lemon juiced, or 1 meyer

lemon1 tsp honey or agave syrup

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direCtionsCook kamut pasta and carrots in a large pot of boiling water. Just before the pasta is cooked, add the broccoli and carrots. Drain pasta and vegetables, and return to pot along with the peas, cream cheese and cheddar. On low heat combine until cheese melts. Adjust seasonings and serve. This is a fun, quick and easy dish that all ages will love.

direCtionsIn a small bowl whisk vinaigrette ingredients together. Place 1 cup Kamut berries and 3 cups water in a sauce pan, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes or until soft; drain and

reserve. In a large bowl combine Kamut berries, red onion, corn, red pepper, jalapeño, Belgian endive, shrimp, scallions, and parsley. Toss with vinaigrette, and serve.

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Brokenwood Cricket Pitch 2009 (Australia) This is one of those hail-fellow-well-met Aussie blends of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Dense purple-black in colour, the promise of black fruits on the nose, backed by oak spice and toasty notes is fulfilled on the palate. Medium to full-bodied with juicy, jammy flavours of blackberry and blackcurrant with zesty acidity and a firm tannic finish. **** (88)Food match: lamb chops; mature cheddar. $19.95 • Vintages #731638

De Bortoli Noble One Botrytis semillon 2008 (Australia)A special treat for Mom on Mother’s Day. Yes, it’s costly for a half bottle, but isn’t your Mom worth it? Deep golden colour with a bouquet of pineapple, spice and honey. Full-bodied and luscious on the palate with elegant flavours of mango and honey balanced with lively acidity that giving the wine great length. **** ***** (90) Food match: aperitif wine; blue cheese. $29.95 • Vintages #917252

yalumba Viognier 2010 (Australia) Viognier is grape that works well with all spicy foods. The colour of light straw with a lime tint , this dry wine has a nose of peach and honeysuckle. Medium weight on the palate, it offers rich peach, apricot and clove flavours; well balanced, it finishes on a lychee note. ****½ (89) Food match: light curried dishes; Thai food. $24.95 • Vintages #954644

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Peter lehmann White 2010 (Australia)This is a full throttle fruit cocktail of a wine – a blend of Semillon, Muscat, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Medium straw in colour, it has an aromatic nose of citrus peel, white peach and pear. On the palate spicy flavours of tangerine and apple emerge. Good value. **** (87)Food match: chicken salad; seafood risotto.$15.95 • Vintages #167171

Wits end The Procrastinator 2010 (Australia)In Australia this winery is known as Chalk Hill but since there is a Chalk Hill Winery in California they had to change the name for the North American market. A blend of 63% Cabernet Franc, 23% Merlot and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon. Intense purple colour with an aromatic, floral, spicy exotic fruit nose. Medium-bodied, with blackcurrant, redcurrant and cherry flavours with a savoury note. ****1/2 (89). $ 19.95 • Vintages #684100

ODESSa maRTINI2 oz. of Slava Vodka3 oz. White Cranberry JuiceHandful of raspberries

method: Combine ingredients in a shaker half full of ice. Shake until well chilled and pulverized into a beautiful pink hue. Strain into a martini glass.Garnish: noneGlassware: Martini Glass

This unique martini has beautiful colour and a great aroma and is a fresh twist on a classic recipe.

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SLAvA ULTRA PREMIUM vOdkA$32.80 • LCBO# 600585 (750 mL) GOLd MEdAL – 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Ultra premium quality for only a few dollars more than ordinary vodka … Slava is exceptionally well-made: hand-crafted in Ukraine, quadruple distilled using only the finest centre cut rye and wheat spirits and filtered through over two tons of birch charcoal and quartz. It is extraordinarily smooth with a velvety mouth-feel, absolutely no burn and a long finish with notes of toasted wheat and vanilla. A perfect sipping or martini vodka. www.slavavodka.com

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It has been said that there really are only two seasons in Canada, Winter and Patio

season, and with Patio season comes outdoor entertaining with great friends, fabulous food and of course the reason why you all are reading this article, orgasmic cocktails! But, before you start pouring there are a few other points that the seasoned home entertainer will consider before lifting liquids to lips. When you are making cocktails always try to use the freshest ingredients possible. The ingredients that you choose should always be tasted first before

mixing and from your initial taste you will be able to calculate if you need a little more sugar or if you can go a little easier or harder on the muddling of the fruit. When muddling a cocktail always perform the action in the glass that you are serving the drink in because when pressed, the fruit will spurt its essential oils across the surface of the glass intensifying the flavour of your cocktail. By using a shaker you can add texture to the liquid by placing fresh fruit in with a little extra ice and then by shaking a little harder you will be pulverizing the fruit, separating the

jewels of pulp from the pith which will add texture to your cocktails as well as giving some amazing visual appeal. This also works for making the best dirty martini you have ever had. Place 8 olives in your shaker with your liquids and omit the brine. Shake like crazy and you will be amazed at how much better it will taste. After all who wants to kill the flavour of a vodka like Double Cross with oil and salt. This May long weekend heed these tips and I will guarantee they will make your cocktails tops with your friends especially if you make the one below!

NOTL2 oz. Double Cross Vodka1 oz. Fielding Estates Ice wine2 oz. Fielding Estates Sparkling Riesling2 oz. Bottle Green Sparkling Elderflower Water5 fresh blackberries method: Combine ingredients in a shaker half full of ice except for the sparkling wine and elderflower water, it’s carbonated and you don’t need your shaker blowing up on you! Shake until well chilled and pulverized. Strain into a champagne saucer and float sparkling wine.Garnish: noneGlassware: Champagne saucer This cocktail is absolutely amazing and the only way you can get the delicate balance and flavour profiles from the sparkling riesling and the ice wine is by using a soft yet flavourful vodka like Double Cross, otherwise you will deaden the liveliness of the flavours in this cocktail.

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May Long Weekend Entertaining

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dOUbLE CROSS vOdkA Handcrafted in small batches in the Tatra Mountains of Slovakia. Made with winter wheat and mountain spring water, each batch is seven-times distilled and seven-times filtered resulting in an award-winning vodka of unrivaled purity and character. 95 points in Wine Enthusiast and two gold medals at the World Spirits Competition. www.doublecrossvodka.com

Introducing Jeremy J. ParsonsTop professional culinary mixologist and avid home entertainer Jeremy J. Parsons lives his passion for food and drink. His original cocktail and food recipes have been featured in dozens of publications, including Cold Tea At Three, the book of recipes and entertaining tips he co-authored in 2008. www.jpinvite.com

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Not to be repeated for another two decades will be the highly

anticipated daredevil tight rope walk across the Horseshoe Falls by none other, Nik Wallenda. This spectacular blockbuster event will happen on June 15th and has already become international news. The world will all be watching. Will you? If walking across the falls is not your thing, not to worry as there are other options for you to become close and intimate

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Niagara Falls — Naturally Inspiring, Fun, Exciting, Interesting, Delicious and SPECTaCULaR! Wow — that’s a mouth full; but each word holds true as the summer of 2012 for Niagara Falls is earmarked to be both the summer of thrill-seekers, daredevils and history in the making.

with the rushing waters of the Niagara River. The iconic ride upon the Maid of Mist is a must-do for all. Since 1846, this famous tour has been taking visitors on a boat ride at the base of the Falls. The Maid of the Mist and its blue ponchos are as famous and recognizable as the Falls itself. If you’re feeling a bit more daring and would appreciate even a closer relationship with the waters of the Niagara River, than the Whirlpool Jetboats is open and ready for creating some

exciting memories of a lifetime. Visitors can opt for a soaked to the skin Wet Jet experience or stay completely dry in a domed jet boat.

Naturally Interesting – it’s the 1812 Bicentennial Celebration. The War of 1812 was a turning point in Canadian history and the Niagara area saw its share of bloody battles between British and American forces. Several commemorative bicentennial events are taking place including re-enactments on the actual historic battlefields. Curious about what wartime life was like for doctors, soldiers, women and children? What role Six Nations leaders and warriors played in the conflicts, military prowess and the bravery of iconic figures such as Laura Secord? Don’t miss the area’s three forts (Old Fort Erie, Fort George and Old Fort Niagara) and be sure to visit Brock’s Monument; which is a tomb and a memorial to Maj. Gen. Isaac Brock who was killed during a battle to recapture

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Queenston Heights. July 2012 will see the grand opening of the Niagara Falls History Museum, home to a significant collection of War of 1812 artifacts. Learn more at discover1812.com.

Chew with a View – Naturally Delicious! Celebrity chefs… stunning cuisine… four-diamond dining… international flavours… that’s Niagara Falls! The city is a foodie’s dream come true. Big city chefs love the Niagara Falls area for its perfect combination of world-class wineries, farm-fresh meats, fruits, vegetables, and an exciting creative vibe that inspires them to dazzling

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culinary heights. What could be more memorable than a sensory filled meal set against the dazzling views of the Falls? One of the most iconic is the Skylon Tower, which offers the amazing opportunity to experience award-winning continental cuisine 775 feet above the Falls in its 360 degree revolving restaurant. Make it a dinner affair and have a bird’s eye view of the illuminated Falls, Fireworks and the city lights.

It’s impossible to see and do all that Niagara Falls and the region has to offer in one day. It’s the get out of town excursion that can

be easily repeated over and over again. Each visit is guaranteed to have its own one of a kind experience, but what will be the same are the incredible memories made. That’s powerful

— that’s Niagara Falls. For online Niagara Getaway Packages visit www.NiagaraFallsTourism.com

Courtesy of Vittoria a. Wikston, CmP Director, Business Development niagara Falls tourism

Time is always difficult to find even when it’s about taking a family vacation. Located a comfortable drive away on the shores of Lake Erie, Sherkston Shores Beach Resort and Campground offers everything a resort in the south does, and more. Select from camping and RV sites, rustic cabins, or Vacation Home rentals creating the perfect vacation for you and your family. Situated on over 560 acres, the resort offers everything from family activities for all ages, sporting activities, nightly entertainment to an on-site, licensed restaurant and patio bar. Relax or be as busy as you want to be !

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STRATFORDyour refreshing escape

Let us entertain you at our May indie theatre festival, Springworks.

Preview the season’s Stratford Shakespeare Festival playsand save on ticket prices. Select a package of plays and meet

the artists over dinner.

Stroll our newest culinary trail, the Savour Stratford Bacon and Ale Trail through our heritage downtown. Join us on a

Pubs, Pilsner and Spirits Tour, a pub crawl with a haunted twist.

Or, for those with a sweet tooth, enjoy the Savour StratfordChocolate Trail.

Top it off with a refreshing getaway. Special accommodationrates start at $99 until the end of June.

Get away to Stratford for your refreshing escape.

Download our free visitstratford app, bookmark our

mobile site and go to visitstratford.ca/springfor all the latest on Stratford!

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Let us tempt you to visit Stratford with some appealing spring events and offers, including specially priced theatre tickets and room rates until the end of June.

Preview the Stratford Shakespeare Festival’s 60th season’s exciting playbill ranging from 42nd Street and The Pirates of Penzance to The Matchmaker. For a limited time, experience “Behind the Scenes” of the Festival with 2 matinees, a private dinner with a Festival artist, overnight accommodation and a fun morning spent learning about creating theatre magic. Or how about enjoying an invigorating

festival of indie theatre and arts performances at Springworks, innovative artists from local, national and international fringe festivals perform one hour shows ranging from the thought provoking to the whimsical to the swashbuckling from May 13th–20th. As Ontario’s top culinary destination, Stratford

has a wide variety of exciting and unique spring foodie events. On May 6th, celebrate the season opening of the Slow Food perth County outdoor market with Food Truck eats, a street food festival in Stratford’s historic Market Square. Joining local pop-up restaurants are such favourite Food Trucks as Gorilla Cheese, Blue Donkey Streatery and Caplanski’s Delicatessen in Thundering Thelma. Stratford Doors open heritage Festival takes

place on June 2nd–3rd, with antique tractors, 18 re-purposed heritage buildings and horse-drawn carriage rides. Meet Anita Stewart, award-winning champion of Canadian cuisine, over an intimate heritage Canadian lunch and join the debate of ‘What

is Canadian Cuisine?’ with a culinary guest panel. June is dedicated to all things pork!

pork-a-polooza includes a Ribs and Blues Festival, innovative tastings, a pork BBQ and even pork cocktails. A new Savour Stratford bacon and Ale Trail will be launched in June, and you can take the ever popular Savour Stratford Chocolate Trail any time you are in town. When we ease into summer, plan on some

Stratford Summer Music. Six weeks of music with over 200 artists performing world music, classical concerts and jazz cabarets in more than 100 musical events, many of which are free.

There is so much to see and do in Stratford this spring. Come and stay a while in one of our charm-ing inns and B&Bs who are offering welcoming rates of $99 and $149 until the end of June.

Go to www.visitstratford.ca/spring for all Stratford has to offer.

Blooming with great theatre, arts performances and exciting food events and festivals, Stratford is perfect for a short spring getaway, only 90 minutes west of Toronto.

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Home County Music& Art Festival

July 20-22, 2012 | Victoria Park

July 5-8, 2012 | Victoria Park

JuNE 6-17, 2012

Fanshawe Pioneer Village

TD Sunfest ‘12

London FringeFestival Theatre

Children’sMuseum

Storybook Gardens

East ParkWe Cause Play!

Home County 2012 - wheremusic & art converge withKathleen Edwards, Joel Plaskett and more.

London’s corporate and family playground. Golf course, minigolf, waterpark, rockclimbing,gokarts, picnic grounds and more!

Family fun in a beautiful storybook setting – It’s aStorybook Gardenskind of day.

BLOCKBUSTERSUMMER 2012For the first time EVER!New exhibits every two weeks!

Scan the QR code with your mobile device to learn more.

Spend a day, experience a century. Travel back in time at Fanshawe Pioneer Village.

Canada’s Premier Celebrationof World Cultures.

Experience all the live theatre you can handle!

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choose your adventure!

For a growing number of Canadians, that means hitting the road in a recreational

vehicle. There’s a wide assortment to choose from these days — everything from expensive bus-like motor-homes, to towable travel trailers, to camper vans, to relatively inexpensive pop-up camping trailers. Recreational vehicles are growing in popularity mainly because they’re fun, and provide a greater sense of freedom and adventure compared to standard holiday trips. Although you don’t need a special license to drive most recreational vehicles, it isn’t the same as driving the family car. The experts at Desjardins General Insurance Group advise the following:1 Be cautious and allow more time to brake, change lanes, turn and merge into traffic.2 Be sure your vehicle can handle the trailer you are towing. Most SUVs, light-duty trucks and full and mid-size family cars can pull an RV trailer, but be sure to check the maximum weight and factor in any of your belongings inside the trailer.3 Use the right trailer hitch, connect brake and signal lights and make sure they’re synchronized with your vehicle.

4 Be aware of the height of your vehicle. You wouldn’t want to ruin your vacation by getting your RV stuck or damaged by a tree branch or sign.5 If you’ve never pulled a trailer before, you’ll probably find that backing up is the biggest challenge. If possible, get some practice with the help of someone experienced with trailers before heading out on your holiday. And always ask someone to stand outside the vehicle when reversing to avoid any obstacles not seen in your mirrors. Whether you own or rent your mobile vacation home, it is important to make sure you have adequate insurance coverage before head-ing out into traffic, according to the Desjardins General Insurance Group advisors. They suggest that you contact your insurance company with all the details well in advance of your vacation. Recreational vehicles are manufactured by many different companies with a wide assortment of extras and options, all of which should be taken into account in the insurance coverage. Basically, your RV insurance policy protects you from financial

and other losses that may result in the event of an accident or other unforeseen event. It will typically cover three main areas: damage to your vehicle and trailer including your personal property in the unit, public liability and medical coverage. With the proper insurance coverage, and a sensible, safety-first approach to driving, an RV holiday on the open road could provide a wonderful adventure and memories that last a lifetime. For more RV insur-ance information and for a quote, visit Desjardins General Insurance at www.desjardinsgeneralinsurance.com.— www.newscanada.com

HITTING THE ROAd IN AN Rv, SAFE ANd INSUREdAcross the country, the Victoria Day long-weekend tends to be the official launch of summer. It’s the time of year when everyone throws off their winter coats and quickly dons shorts and tees, even if Environment Canada warns of -5°C with blowing snow. Regardless, Canadians everywhere are itching to get outside and get away.

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www.discoverbrantford.com 1-800-265-6299 Brantford Visitor & Tourism Centre, 399 Wayne Gretzky Parkway, Brantford

What a difference 60 minutes can make! Located 1 hour west of the GTA - summer fun is closer than you think.

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DiscoverBrantford Brantford Twin Valley Zoo!

Looking for a fun-filled family getaway at great prices? Look no further than Brantford, Ontario. Located in the heart of southwestern Ontario, Brantford is only a one-hour drive from most major centres including Toronto. Spend a day enjoying our summer attractions starting with a trip to the Brantford Twin Valley Zoo, where you will find monkeys, lions and camels, just to name a few. Then head over to Earl Haig Family Fun Park to cool off in the splash pad or lazy river, play some miniature golf and try the go-karts. Wrap up the day with a free outdoor movie night in the heart of downtown Brantford at Harmony Square.

Summer events that shine! Brantford is host to over 100 festivals and events annually. Be sure to mark these dates in your summer “to do” calendar. Travel the world in a few days at the Brantford International Villages Festival from July 4 to 7; check out the classic vehicles at the Telephone City Car Show on July 22; learn about our military history at the 19th Annual Open House of the Canadian Military Heritage Museum or tickle your taste buds at Brantford’s own 3rd annual Ribfest at Cockshutt Park on August 10 to 12. Book into one of our fine hotels that offer Sweet Deals for families, including canoe trips, live theatre and shop and go packages. There’s no shortage of fun things to see and do whenever you are in Brantford! Visit www.discoverbrantford.com to plan your next visit or call us at 1-800-265-6299.

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From May 4th–21st, 2012, Ottawa springs to life with the Canadian Tulip Festival — the largest festival of its kind. This

year marks its 60th edition with over three million tulip blooms. Beyond the blooms, special festival programming comes alive with musical performances, tulip-themed displays and street animation throughout Ottawa neighbourhoods including the ByWard Market, Little Italy and Chinatown. Visitors can delve into more food and entertainment from around the world at the Tulipiazza’s International Arts Pavilion, located near Commissioners Park — where 300,000 tulips bloom! www.tulipfestival.ca

On the heels of the tulips is ottawa Race Weekend, May 26th–27th. Whether you are an experienced marathoner or just

wanting to enjoy the sites of downtown Ottawa and get some exercise, Ottawa Race Weekend is all about fun and good health. Over 40,000 participants compete in a variety of challenging races, including Canada’s largest marathon. www.runottawa.ca

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Into music? Well, Ottawa’s got it covered! From jazz to blues and beyond, music festivals abound. Here’s a sampling to get your toes

primed for tapping:• WESTfest (June 8th–10th, 2012): The biggest street party in Canada takes place in Westboro Village, Ottawa’s outdoor and artsy west-end neighbourhood. The central themes of this free festival are music, art and life. Steven Page, Amos the Transparent and the Cooper Brothers are just some of the main acts. www.westfest.ca• TD Ottawa International Jazz Festival (June 21st–July 1st, 2012): From the avant-garde to big band and swing, this annual festival offers musical styles to suit any jazz aficionado. This year, famed actor/bluegrass musician Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers, Ziggy Marley, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue are just a few of many talented musicians to perform in downtown Ottawa at Confederation Park. www.ottawajazzfestival.com • Canada Day (July 1st): Canada’s biggest birthday bash – turning the big 145! Many live music performances on Parliament Hill and in nearby parks. And it’s free! www.canadaday.gc.ca

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• RBC Royal Bank Bluesfest (July 4th–15th, 2012): One of the largest international music events in the world, with over 220 varied musical acts on several outdoor stages, attracting more than 300,000 music fans each year. Among acts this year include Alice Cooper, Our Lady Peace, LMFAO, Lauryn Hill, David Gray, Downchild Blues Band, Norah Jones, Sam Roberts Band and lots more. www.ottawabluesfest.ca • Music and Beyond (July 4th–15th, 2012): A classical music festival that presents over 85 concerts in 10 days, including orchestras, choirs, bands, wind ensembles, recitals, baroque groups and small ensembles. www.musicandbeyond.ca • Ottawa Chamberfest (July 26th–August 10th, 2012): The world’s largest chamber music festival presents concerts in beautiful Ottawa churches and offers a wide array of music. www.chamberfest.com

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Capital Hoedown (august 10-12, 2012): A rockin’ country music festival presenting Taylor Swift, Reba, Brad Paisley, Terri Clark, and more! www.capitalhoedown.com

another artist comes into the spotlight at the National Gallery of Canada. From May 25th–September 3rd, 2012, the blockbuster

exhibit, Van gogh: up Close, explores the famous Dutch artist’s representation of nature, in particular his innovative use of the close-up view. This Canadian exclusive offers visitors a chance to marvel at 45 of the renowned Dutch artist’s paintings, including The Iris, plus 50 drawings and etchings from artists he heavily influenced. www.gallery.ca/vangogh

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Once you’ve had your fill of the arts, fill up with foodie delights. Recently, Ottawa’s culinary scene has exploded

into a thriving community of Ottawa chefs and restaurants making names for themselves both at home and abroad, including Chef Marc Lépine of Atelier Restaurant who won gold at the 2012 Canadian Culinary Championships. Other great Ottawa chefs got their start at Ottawa’s Le Cordon bleu ottawa Culinary Arts institute — the North American headquarters for the world’s foremost school for teaching classical French cuisine. Visitors can also enjoy the “homework” of the superior level students at Le Cordon bleu bistro @ Signatures. www.lcbottawa.ca

Today, I touredCanada by bike!

On the Capital’s pathway network, I travelled through woods and green spaces, along historic waterways and past famous institutions. It seemed like everywhere I looked I saw a di�erent part of Canada, our heroes and our history.

I had a great day exploring our capital! canadascapital.gc.ca

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When planning your visit to Ottawa, check out Ottawa Tourism’s getaway packages and special offers including

a Third Night half price option — an ideal way to discover and experience Canada’s Capital Region and save money, too! Packages include your choice of accommodations and an option to purchase discounted tickets to various attractions. To book or find out more, visit www.ottawatourism.ca or call 1-888-OTTAWA-8.

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draw something Available for Android and iOS • $1.99/Free The latest craze to hit mobile devices is the social drawing and guessing game, Draw Something. As the name implies, players take turns choosing and then drawing randomly generated words. The goal is to reach the maximum amount of turns before someone fails to guess a drawing. It’s a sort of mix between Hangman and Pictionary, and it’s incred-ibly addictive. You can challenge opponents via email or user name, or you can let the game randomly select an opponent for you. You can share your progress on Facebook too, if you like. There are two versions available: a paid version and a free version. The difference between the two is that the paid version is advertisement free and includes additional words, bonus coins and hints.

marvel vs. capcom 2 Available for iOS • $4.99 One of the most popular arcade fighters of all time has hit iOS devices. Marvel vs Capcom 2 includes all 56 fighters from the original, including Avengers Captain America and Iron Man and Capcom favourites Ryu and Mega Man. Players can square off on their iPhones via Bluetooth, but unfortunately there is no online multiplayer mode. Hopefully this will be addressed in a future update. The touchscreen controls have been handled very well in this latest port, and special moves are easy to perform using the new “flick” feature. The graphics and animations are near-perfect and the combat system is as rewarding as ever.

minecraft: pocket EditionAvailable for Android and iOS • $6.99It was bound to happen. A portable version of the PC bestseller Minecraft. If you’re new to Minecraft, here’s a quick rundown: At the outset, you’re given a randomly generated world. This world can include lakes, deserts, mountains and more. Then you’re given access to 44 blocks and a number of tools and set loose, free to build anything you can imagine. You can populate your world with various animals, and even craft items that allow for even more freedom. There are a number of cross-platform multiplayer features as well for sharing your world with your friends. Minecraft: Pocket Edition isn’t a direct port of its PC counterpart, but with its regular updates and growing community, it’s not far off.

tunein Radio proAvailable for Android, blackberry and iOS • $0.99/FreeThe ultimate radio app, TuneIn Radio Pro offers access to live local and global radio stations through your mobile device. There are over 50,000 stations to browse, or you can search for your favourite stations, shows, songs or artists. The paid version allows you to pause, rewind and record live radio, displays artwork and station information when available and allows you to bookmark your favourite stations. It’s a great app for commuting or for up at the cottage.

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November 23 – December 20: Mixed emotions directed towards your home life, social life and work life become a burden for you to carry. The past and money are also going to be making you worry and stress; this is a fact you must accept and it will be with you for some time. In order for you to get through this you must remain optimistic.

May 21 – June 21: You seek a certain type of amusement, but it may not be available to you right now and you are going to have to place another’s needs before yours. It is important to openly communicate during this time to make sure you both understand the sacrifice you are making. You also need to be wary when it comes to sweets and other foods you love.

June 22 – July 23: All you may be thinking about through out your day is getting away somewhere, going somewhere foreign or exotic, settling in a new country… All without letting anyone know of your plans. It seems like a fabulous idea right now, but you will find yourself out of your comfort zone, alone and lost. Think more before you act on it.

December 21 – January 20: During May you will get the chance to redeem yourself and feel whole again. Compassion, communication and caring are going to help you through this process; it will open up parts of you that you never even knew existed. Instead of making decisions based on instinct you should make them based on forgiveness.

february 20 – March 20: A lack of self or direction will overcome you during May and continue on into the next month. Once that brief period is over then you will feel a direction in life. Inspiration will come to you in the form of ideas or visions. You should think about these ideas before you act on them because nothing will be realistic at first.

August 24 – september 22: In order to achieve cooperation from others, especially loved ones, you must learn selflessness. By doing so it will help fulfill your purpose in life. You may feel like you have no direction or you haven’t achieved anything great, but selflessness will fill that void. While working on yourself it is important to maintain a clear mind.

March 21 – April 19: You may find that you’ve withdrawn into almost a dream-like state, similar to that of a Pisces, and no one seems to understand you anymore. Do not fret, you are not depressed and this will not last. Until the spell breaks beware of the feeling of abandonment, clumsiness and lack of direction ( just for a month or two).

september 23 – October 22: You may feel that you do not have a home you can settle into for a long period of time and you’re on the look out for a better arrangement. It may be because you, yourself is changing. You seek organization in your life along with peace and tranquility. Remain on the look out at all times because something better is headed your way.

April 20 – May 20: During May you will be very group oriented. Your main focuses are the hopes, dreams and goals of the group and you will let nothing get in your way to make it happen. Even though the goals are not yet ready to be harvested, you shouldn’t allow it to discourage you. Be patient and allow the groups aspirations to become ripe for the picking.

January 21 – february 19: You may be wondering where your money went and where more of it will come from. Try to give to those in need in ways you never thought of before instead of worrying solely about yourself. By doing so it will bring you more in return. If you give to others, more will be given to you, so you can continue giving.

July 24 – August 23: Money is on your side during May. People will realize this and come to you with ideas, promises of power and devastating tales; but do not fall into a trap, you must keep a clear mind. The money may get you thinking about winning a previous lover back but do not follow through. These burdens will ease up soon.

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October 23 – November 22: Material items such as jewelry, clothing, artwork and things you believe are worth investing in occupy all of your desire. You should be careful and watch your needless spending and focus on saving your money and purchasing only the necessities. Social functions are another hot button for you, so take part and enjoy!

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