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TO SAY I LEARNED a lot from editing our menopause package—“We Need To Talk About Menopause,” page 48—would be a *big* understatement. For starters, I didn’t know that heart palpitations can be a menopause symptom. (Oprah experienced them.) Nor did I realize that the subject of menopause isn’t widely taught in Canadian medical schools. “I don’t remember a single slide, a single lecture about it,” Calgary’s Dr. Shafeena Premji told me. She now holds a menopause practitioner certification from The Menopause Society (formerly known as the North American Menopause Society, or NAMS). But most shocking of all is the fact that there’s no billing code that Canadian doctors can use to be fairly compensated for menopause consultations. “I can do a prenatal assessment in 30 minutes, and I get paid…

Anna Heyd annaheyd 42, Vancouver “You can wear whatever you want as long as you wear it like you mean it” is a piece of fashion advice Anna Heyd has always lived by. The co-founder of Vancouver-based home brand Wilet (formerly Flax Home) developed her sense of style early, sometimes picking clothes—like a full-length hoop skirt with lace trim—right out of her dress-up box. “Even then, I wanted to wear things that other people didn’t have.” True to her eclectic roots, Heyd now favours pieces with colourful, eye-catching patterns she can see herself wearing for the long haul. Like a collector, she loves a good backstory: “If I buy art and put it on my walls, I want to know about the artist,” she explains. She picked up the skirt…

COZY CANDLES have taken heat in recent years for the pollutants they release. Burning anything creates particulate matter and carbon monoxide, says biologist Francis Lavoie, who works with Health Canada’s Water and Air Quality Bureau. Candles—scented or not—also release volatile organic compounds (VOCs), mostly from solvents and fragrances in the wax. These VOCs can cause nausea, dizziness, fatigue and headaches and can irritate your eyes, nose, throat, lungs and more. As well, Lavoie notes that "very fine particulate matter can travel into your lungs and can sometimes cross into your blood circulation and affect your heart.” While a 2014 peer-reviewed study found that the use of scented candles "under normal conditions" does not pose known health risks, Lavoie still recommends limiting their use. A safer option? A candle warmer, a small…

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“If there’s any time in your life when you should exercise, it’s during menopause,” says Samantha Montpetit-Huynh, a Toronto-based online health coach who specializes in training midlife women. More specifically, she’s referring to functional strength training—exercises that will help you do real-life stuff better, whether it’s hoisting your luggage into the overhead bin or lowering yourself into a pool. All adults start losing muscle mass around the age of 30, but the hormonal ebbs and flows of menopause accelerate this loss. The less muscle we have, the fewer calories we burn, which contributes to another effect of menopause: weight gain. While strength training can lead to weight loss, that’s not the ultimate goal. “The focus is on managing stress, moving better, sleeping better and feeling more confident,” says Montpetit-Huynh. She…

KITCHEN TIP Substitute Cointreau with orange juice for an alcohol-free cranberry jelly. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pork Belly PREP 20 MIN; TOTAL 45 MIN SERVES 8 We’ve spruced up our sprouts with this sheet pan recipe from 2019. Brussels sprouts and shallots are roasted with savoury pork belly as its fat is rendered. When everything is nice and tender, it gets tossed with a sweet and tangy vinaigrette for a spectacular meat-and-veg side dish worthy of a place on your Thanksgiving table. 500 g pork belly, finely chopped4 shallots, thinly sliced¾ tsp salt, divided6 cups brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved Vinaigrette 3 tbsp olive oil3 tbsp white balsamic vinegar1 tbsp Dijon mustard1 tbsp honey 1. Position rack in centre of oven; preheat to 450F. Line a baking sheet with foil. 2.…

WHAT IS IT? Pomegranates satisfy so many senses at once: Their arils (seeds) are lusciously red and crunchy, and bursting with sweet, sharp flavour. If you love eating them fresh, you’ll love cooking with their pantry counterpart. Pomegranate molasses is a thick, deep-red syrup with a sweet-sour flavour, and it’s made by reducing pomegranate juice, sugar and an acidic component such as lemon juice. WHAT DOES IT TASTE LIKE? Marvin Palomo, head chef at Vela, a restaurant in Toronto, loves adding pomegranate molasses to salads because it “adds great depth and sweetness” to the dish. Palomo loves its caramel characteristics and says the flavour is “tart and tangy. When added to dishes, it helps bring out sweetness as well as brightness.” HOW DO YOU COOK WITH IT? Chef Matt Dean…

THE “BEST” CHOCOLATE chip cookie is such a subjective concept. For me, it has to have a golden, crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior with just enough melty, slightly bitter chocolate chips to balance the sweetness of the dough. Because everyone has their own perfect chocolate chip cookie in mind, I won’t claim to have the ultimate recipe. What I can offer is a scientific breakdown of how different ingredients and techniques influence the results so you can bake your own version of perfection. Before we dive into ingredients and ratios, here are two foundational techniques. Number one: Use a scale. For ingredients that compact, like flour, my scooped cup might be tens of grams more than your scooped cup, a difference that could lead to a dry and…

ALEXIA BAILLARGEON Makeup artist CATIA CORR Hairstylist and co-owner of Le Artof DR. MONICA K. LI Cosmetic dermatologist EVANGELIA PAVLAKOS Hair and makeup artist JEAN-FRANÇOIS CASSELMAN-DUPONT Makeup artist JULIE PICKETT Makeup artist LÉA BÉGIN Founder of Beauties Lab PHILIPPE LÉPINE Deputy editor-in-chief, Châtelaine TOBIASZ WORONIECKI Skincare enthusiast ANDRÉANNE DION Senior style and beauty editor, Chatelaine CHRISTIAN DARE Personality and designer DR. RENÉE A. BEACH Dermatologist and founder of DermAtelier on Avenue GEORGE ANTONOPOULOS Creative and fashion director, FASHION Magazine JOHANNE LAUZON Editor-in-chief, Châtelaine KATIA HANINE Content creator LINDA McDONALD Facialist ROBERT WEIR Makeup artist and beauty expert VIRGINIE COOSSA TV personality and influencer ANIYA NANDY Makeup artist COURTNEY GAKMAN Influencer/content creator DR. RENITA AHLUWALIA Lead dermatologist at and co-founder of the Canadian Dermatology Centre INGRIE WILLIAMS Beauty writer and co-founder…

BEST NEW MOISTURIZER Caudalie Premier Cru The Cream $160, sephora.com This deeply hydrating cream comes in a refillable jar and targets eight signs of aging, including deep wrinkles, dark spots and more. “Everything about it feels like an indulgence,” said our judge. BEST MOISTURIZER FOR OILY SKIN Institut Esthederm Intensive Propolis+ Ferulic Acid Skin Perfecting Cream $74, esthederm.ca This non-greasy lotion controls oil production and blurs skin to help minimize the appearance of large pores. “It left my complexion soft, smooth and mattified,” commented our judge. BEST MASK Céla Glacier Clay Mask $50, cela.ca Made with glacial oceanic clay from British Columbia, this treatment hits all the marks for a standout mask. It gently deep cleans, exfoliates, tones and soothes, leaving skin fresh and radiant. BEST MOISTURIZER FOR ALL SKIN…

BEST NEW HAIR TOOL Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus 2.0 $88, amazon.ca “It’s easy to use, it doesn’t fry my hair and I love the variety of setting options,” said our judge about the updated version of this viral hair-dryer brush. BEST HAIR DRYER Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer $580, sephora.com With three speed settings, four heat settings and five styling attachments, it’s no wonder this blow dryer wooed our entire expert panel. “This is the Rolls Royce of hair dryers,” said one judge. BEST STRAIGHTENER Dyson Corrale Hair Straightener $675, sephora.com This cordless straightener sits head and shoulders above the rest thanks to game-changing flexing plates that gather and hold hair in place. Its design allows for lower heat settings to achieve sleek and smooth styles without causing damage. BEST SKINCARE…

Good friends crowded around the table, sharing great food and laughs—there’s nothing better than a cozy fall dinner party, says celebrity chef, TV personality and LG brand ambassador Anna Olson. And whether it’s an impromptu gathering or a special occasion that’s been on the books for weeks, Olson says a few tricks and a little planning can go a long way toward pulling off a night that’s delicious and relaxing for all. “I tend to host more last-minute dinner parties on just two or three days’ notice than ones planned weeks or months out,” Olson says. “But I want my parties to come off as seamlessly as if I’ve had weeks to deliberate and to not feel rushed or stressed on the day.” Olson has spent years refining her routine…

Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo Flor can predict a person’s death down to the day. When she plans a living wake to celebrate her long life, her three sisters are suspicious—who’s really going to die? A richly detailed Dominican-American saga told from the point of view of a family’s matriarchs. (Out now) Like Every Form of Love by Padma Viswanathan In this unique book—part memoir, part true crime and part biography—Viswanathan tracks the tale of her eccentric neighbour Phillip and his mesmerizing bank-robbing stepmother, Del, from the B.C. interior to Cuba and back. (Out now) Asking for a Friend by Kerry Clare Jess and Cassie meet in college in the late ’90s and forge a strong bond but are later split apart by tragedy. Clare celebrates the intricacies and…

If there’s one thing Mckenna Bisson, the designer behind Montreal slow-fashion label MAS, excels at, it’s making staple pieces that are both cool and timeless. The perfect layer for colder months, the Amsterdam sweater comes in four fall colours (lavender, evergreen, pepper and indigo) and features a versatile oversized cut, drop shoulders and a chimney collar. The ribbed fabric—a blend of 95 percent cotton and 5 percent spandex—is incredibly soft and comfy. It’s a piece you’ll wear again and again (and again). Catching Feelings Melanie Auld, Vancouver-based purveyor of chic and affordable jewellery, has put her signature modern twist on a throwback favourite: the mood ring. Made from 14-karat-gold vermeil, this nostalgic icon is all grown up. Watch the stone’s thermochromic liquid crystals, which react to body temperature, go from…

IT’S EARLY JULY, and Olivia Chow, the City of Toronto’s boundary-breaking mayor-elect, is sitting across from me in a nondescript boardroom at City Hall. She’s in one of her trademark brightly hued blazers (this one is yellow), a travel mug of black coffee close at hand. The 66-year-old will officially be sworn in the following week, so we’re meeting in an ad hoc suite of offices on the fifth floor, a temporary space where her team is planning her transition to mayor. It’s a busy time, and not just because Chow is starting a massive new job. She has a real mess to clean up in Toronto. The city faces a budget shortfall of $395 million, housing is increasingly unaffordable, public transit is unreliable and public safety remains a major…

1821 French physician Charles-Pierre-Louis de Gardanne coins the term “menopause”—derived from the Greek for month (men) and cessation (pausis). 1942 Premarin, made from the urine of pregnant horses, is marketed as a cure-all for hot flashes. Ads also target men, who were viewed as unwitting victims of menopause: “Husbands, too, like Premarin,” read one 1950 ad. 1955 Chatelaine declares menopause “women’s greatest blessing”—good on us—but notes that a sense of humour “is vital.” 1966 American gynecologist (and misogynist!) Robert A. Wilson publishes Feminine Forever, which claims that estrogen therapy could prevent the “living decay” of menopause. 1984 Montreal women’s health activist Janine O’Leary Cobb creates the A Friend Indeed newsletter in response to the lack of information available about menopause. (It’s published until 2006.) 1999 Trail-blazing menopause expert and advocate…

In one of my kitchen notebooks, my youngest child drew a picture of his dream birthday breakfast. He was maybe four at the time. When finished, he proudly presented to me his rendition of a sunny-side-up egg with rashers of bacon arranged around the gleaming yolk like a frame. A masterpiece. It’s unsurprising that I’ve raised such a fan of eggs. I always feel confident if I have a carton of them in the fridge; I know a meal is at the ready whenever hunger pangs hit. Outside of North America, there are eggy traditions uninhibited by the clock. They’re a quick, inexpensive source of protein and extremely versatile. Be it carbonara, shakshuka, a herb-flecked soufflé or a simple jammy egg to triumphantly crown my ramen, eggs for dinner never…

CLEANING Soap and a soft sponge are your best bets for cleaning knives, says MacDonald. Scrubby and metal sponges can scratch, and while stainless steel is technically dishwasher-safe, all that rattling around leaves blades prone to chipping. DRYING Wipe knives with a soft towel and store them right away. Don’t leave them lingering in the sink—especially if they’ve been used to cut something acidic such as tomatoes or lemons. STORAGE While a knife block is a countertop classic, protective plastic envelopes and a wall-mounted magnetic strip are safe, space-friendly options, too. The only thing MacDonald says not to do: leave knives buck-naked in a cutlery drawer, which can lead to chipping and sliced fingers.…

Brandied Cherry PREP 5 MIN; TOTAL 5 MIN SERVES 1 Although we used brandy for this fall-inspired cocktail, swapping in calvados would dial up the autumn vibes even further ¾ oz 100% rye whisky¾ oz brandy or calvados¾ oz sweet red vermouth½ oz maraschino or cherry liqueur1 good cocktail cherry, for garnish 1. Stir rye with brandy, vermouth, maraschino liqueur and some ice in a cocktail shaker with a long spoon for 30 to 45 sec. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with one or two cocktail cherries on a pick. Kitchen tip Find good quality cocktail cherry brands at Italian grocers (look for Toschi or Fabbri), cocktail-supply stores (Luxardo) or Loblaws (PC Black Label). CHRISTINE SISMONDO IS THE AUTHOR OF COCKTAILS: A STILL LIFE.…

Banana Pudding PREP 45 MIN; TOTAL 11 HRS SERVES 8 This ridiculously delicious dessert is the perfect marriage of from-scratch and store-bought components. After chilling, the cookies become soft enough to scoop, but still have a bit of bite. Pudding 3 cups 3.25% milk, divided3 large egg yolks⅓ cup cornstarch⅓ cup granulated sugar1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped2 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed1 350-g pkg shortcake cookies2 ½ cups 35% cream, divided4 bananas, sliced into ½-in. rounds, plus 1 banana, halved lengthwise2 tbsp granulated sugar2 44-g bars chocolate-covered sponge toffee, chopped 1. Pudding: Whisk ¼ cup milk with yolks and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth. Mix remaining 2¾ cups milk with ⅓ cup sugar and vanilla seeds in a saucepan set over medium-high. Bring to a simmer, about 5…

BEST NEW FACE MAKEUP Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Care & Glow Foundation $70, sephora.com Available in 30 shades, this medium-coverage serum foundation contains skincare ingredients like hyaluronic and mandelic acids to hydrate and smooth. It also boasts a 24-hour transfer-resistant formula. BEST TINTED MOISTURIZER Summer Fridays Sheer Skin Tint with Hyaluronic Acid + Squalane $55, sephora.com Available in 10 shades and enriched with plumping hyaluronic acid, hydrating squalane and redness-reducing cica, this weightless tint adds a touch of coverage for an even, natural-looking finish. BEST SETTING SPRAY M.A.C Cosmetics Fix+ Stay Over Alcohol-Free Long-Lasting Setting Spray $42, sephora.com “Just one spritz sets makeup in place for hours,” noted one judge about this alcohol-free hydrating spray. We love its fine mist, weightless texture and the fact that it’s packed with…

Welcome to WEEKNIGHT HERO—a simple, delicious slam-dunk recipe you’ll want to cook again and again, any night of the week. A Quick and Safe Way to Get Kernels Off the Cob There are plenty of sworn-by tricks for getting kernels off a fresh cob. We think this method is quickest, uses minimal equipment and is safest for your fingers 1 Place a tea towel underneath a large cutting board to keep it securely in place. Lay the cob flat and, using a utility or small chef’s knife, cut off one end of the cob to create a flat surface. 2 Hold the cob vertically with the flat end on the board and, working downward, slowly cut the kernels off one side. Cut as close to the cob as possible without cutting into…

If you’d like to liven up your home with a little colour this fall, we have some good news: “You don’t have to be super coordinated,” says Gustavsson. “The decor rules are different now.” 1 Small accents = big impact “Mix a few new pieces with what you have and get a bit funky,” says Gustavsson. (See opposite page for inspo.) “You don’t need to completely redo everything all the time.” 2 Be fearless when pairing colours Look no further than the lilac-and-red space at right. “You see this in fashion, too,” she says. “Coordinate a little more bravely and unexpectedly. Tone-on-tone can get boring.” 3 Think beyond the obvious In terms of versatility, “the Ikea Bondskäret coat hanger is fantastic,” says Gustavsson. Inspired by 1978’s Smed—a favourite of vintage…

Menopause hormone therapy (MHT) is in desperate need of a rebrand. Despite being considered the gold-standard treatment for hot flashes, night sweats and genitourinary syndrome of menopause, it’s still often associated with negative outcomes. This is largely thanks to overstated risks from a 2002 study that cultivated a culture of fear around MHT (which was then referred to as hormone replacement therapy, or HRT). In general, the benefits of MHT outweigh the risks for healthy people under the age of 60 or within 10 years of menopause who do not have a personal history of breast cancer, heart disease or blood clots. We asked Dr. Jen Gunter, a.k.a. “the internet’s most famous gynecologist,” to set the record straight on five other common MHT myths. MYTH Menopause is a natural transition…

It’s autumn. Apple orchards beckon with U-Pick signs, dusky plums and grapes tempt at market stalls and pears glisten in grocery store aisles. But perhaps you’ve had your fill of crisps and crumbles, or maybe you don’t have that much of a sweet tooth. It’s high time we all added some more savoury baking to our repertoires! These recipes highlight in-season autumn fruit and run the gamut from cocktail-hour cheese straws to a tart that makes for a lovely dinner. Fall fruits pair particularly well with hearty herbs like sage and rosemary as well as earthy whole-grain flours such as rye. They lend acid and sweetness to rich doughs and cheese and add alluring pops of colour. Head to your local farmers’ market or fruit stand to get your hands…

Be honest: When was the last time you sharpened your knives? For an essential cooking tool, blades are often overlooked—yet keeping them in tip-top shape can not only make food prep easier but can prevent kitchen accidents as well. We asked Ann MacDonald, director of product at Victorinox, for tips.…

CHEF’S KNIFE Between slicing, dicing and chopping—general meat and vegetable prep—this is the workhorse of the kitchen. “The standard size is 8 inches,” says MacDonald, “but people with smaller hands or who like a lighter knife can opt for 6.” PARING KNIFE This 2- to 4-inch blade handles intricate cuts, from peels to herbs to garlic. SERRATED BREAD KNIFE While the name suggests its function, a serrated knife is for more than just bread. “Use it on things with a hard exterior and soft interior that you don’t want to squish,” says MacDonald, such as tomatoes.…

If you’re intrigued by but also wary of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, you’re not alone. Dermal filler offers the promise of helping us look like our best selves — but is it safe, and will you still look like yourself? In short, yes. “Hyaluronic acid dermal filler can be used for a whole host of different purposes, although they’re most commonly used to restore volume loss in the face,” says Dr. Jennifer Salsberg, a board-certified dermatologist who runs AvenueMD, a Toronto based cosmetic dermatology and plastic surgery practice. Dermal fillers are commonly made up of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the skin. They can help reduce signs of aging, like wrinkles and folds — and unlike more invasive procedures like plastic surgery, hyaluronic acid dermal filler isn’t permanent.…

IF YOU’RE FEELING overwhelmed by the sheer volume of beauty products on store shelves, you’re not alone. Great news: Chatelaine, Châtelaine and FASHION Magazine are here to help you cut through the beauty noise. For the second tri-brand Beauty Awards, our editors, alongside a diverse panel of 35 judges—including some of Canada’s top makeup artists, hairstylists, influencers and industry experts—came together to evaluate tons of new and classic formulas. This year’s awards are bigger and better than ever, with 125 products taking home top honours. Our judges spent months methodically blending, buffing and brushing their way through the best of beauty. The result? An extensive list of high- and low-priced picks that are the crème de la crème of makeup, skincare, hair and nails, bath and body, fragrance and beauty tools.…