Innholdsfortegnelse for March/April 2022 i Chatelaine

WELCOME TO OUR fourth annual Green Issue, which is typically our most divisive issue in terms of reader feedback. I thought I’d use this space to give some context for what we hope to accomplish in the next 92 pages. Chatelaine published its first Green Issue in 2019 because we believe that taking action—whether it’s personal or collective—can help ease both our climate anxiety and our carbon emissions. Our intention, as with all of our content, is never to shame but rather to inspire and empower. You might not care to—or be able to—enact the changes we talk about in this issue, but we’d still like you to know that these options exist. A few things about me: I eat red meat. I recently threw out an embarrassing number of…

This watch is powered by solar energy. $325, solioswatches.ca. Denim is one of the worst culprits when it comes to fashion’s environmental impact. Case in point: It takes about 7,500 litres of water to make a single pair of jeans. Buying them second-hand is kinder to the planet—but you can’t always find the right fit. Enter Danielle Hodges, founder of Sequel. In her Hamilton, Ont., studio, she has been custom-fitting vintage jeans to her clients’ bodies from her stock of almost 2,000 pre-loved options—including plus sizes—since 2019. Alterations vary from size adjustments to making a whole new silhouette. In-person and virtual fittings are available, and you can also bring in your own pieces for tailoring. Custom jeans, from $200, sequeljeans.com.…

SHOP YOUR CLOSET You don’t need to hit the mall to put together a whole new outfit—there’s likely plenty of untapped potential hanging in your closet 1. Take stock of what you have First, make sure you can see every single thing you own—you’ll probably be surprised by what you find. “So many people have the components of a great closet; they just aren’t taking the time to get to know their clothes,” says Alyssa Beltempo, a slow-fashion influencer and sustainable stylist from Ottawa. Then, figure out your personal style. “Set aside all of the items you wear often and identify what it is you like about them,” she recommends. 2. Fix what’s damaged Socks can be darned. Rips can be patched. Even a dreaded jean-crotch blowout can be mended. “Just because…

INSIDE A NEW WAVE OF MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENTS page 36 [NOSE JOB] As we head into allergy season, a nasal-irrigation system—which you use to pour distilled water or a saline mixture into one nostril and out the other—can help combat mild allergies or supplement allergy meds. “It’s a good way to get rid of pollen,” says Ottawa-based allergist Dr. Seema Khan. She generally recommends NeilMed’s Sinus Rinse and its NasaFlo Neti Pot, which (like all neti pots) is rooted in Ayurvedic medicine. Different styles of neti pots, like the one pictured here, abound; whatever option you choose, Khan suggests using it in the shower. It’s less messy, plus the humidity will open up your nose so “it just works better.”…

SOME OF THE first advice I was given as a baby journalist was: “Don’t get arrested. You can’t make any pictures from the back of a police car.” This maxim has served me for most of my 14-year career, which has taken me into zones of conflict and protest across North America. But last winter, while documenting opposition to Coastal GasLink’s building of a pipeline at a protest site called Coyote Camp near Houston, B.C.—an issue I’d been covering for three years—the RCMP made that impossible for me. I could not both avoid arrest and continue to cover a story of national importance. Instead, I was forced to become part of it. For more than a decade, Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs have directed an occupation of this site, which is a fraction…

I first heard of Sukanga, a small glacier-fed lake 320 km north of Iqaluit, Nunavut, the year my husband, Johnny, and I became a couple. In April 2008, he called me to tell me about a trip he’d taken with a dear friend. That winter, the fishing for Arctic char was unbelievable, he said: fish after fish on the hook, with sweet, fatty meat that was so deep red. I was living in Ottawa at the time, and it sounded amazing. It took six years, a move to Nunavut and buying a second-hand Polaris 600 snow-mobile that burped fumes before I saw it in person. Johnny hails from Grise Fiord, Nunavut, Canada’s northern-most community. From a very early age, he learned how to hunt and harvest wild foods. I’m of…

PISTACHIO AND ROSE HALVA P 92 Pistachio and Rose Halva Serves 8 to 10 Prep 10 min; total 2 hrs 10 min 1 cup coconut milk powder, such as Grace (100 g)¾ cup icing sugar (90 g)¾ cup well-stirred good-quality tahini, at room temperature1 tbsp rosewater or 1 tsp vanilla¼ tsp salt¼ cup coarsely chopped roasted pistachios¼ cup food-grade dried rose petals, coarsely crumbled 1. Line an 8 × 4-in. loaf pan with overhanging parchment. 2. Combine coconut milk powder, icing sugar, tahini, rosewater and salt in a medium bowl. Stir until combined, and then use your hands to mix until it resembles a crumbly dough. 3. Sprinkle pistachios and rose petals on bottom of prepared pan. Scrape tahini mixture overtop. Press down very firmly until top is smooth. (If…

[LETTER OF THE MONTH] I was delighted to see the January/February 2022 cover. After a month of indulging in sweets, luxurious meals and drinks, I’m looking forward to preparing a month of mouth-watering “green” meals. However, I do love oatmeal, so this morning I prepared your champorado [“A sweet start,” January/February] and savoured this delicious breakfast bowl—topped with coconut, almonds and dried cranberries—all to myself! —Nora Thompson, Ottawa [MORE KIND WORDS] A salad for every palate Thank you for this great issue with “30 days of delicious dinner-in-abowl salads.” Thank you also for sorting and displaying the recipes in different categories and for including plant-based options! Chatelaine has done it again—always thinking of everyone’s palate and preferences. All the best to my favourite (50 years and counting) magazine’s continued success!…

A cute vintage tray for your keys. $18, etsy.com/shop/cabotandcole. HOW TO EASE YOUR HOME OFF GAS page 28 [RING RING] Who knows how many secrets have been shared at the telephone table—also referred to as the much more delicious-sounding gossip bench—during its hallway reign in the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Available in a variety of styles, from sleek Scandinavian to the mod Formica model shown here, it was designed for lengthy gab sessions on the rotary phone, with a shelf below for another relic: the phone book. Today, this piece makes a great conversation starter in an entryway.…

FROM VEGAN CHICKEN to faux fish sticks, plant-based meat alternatives are popping up in grocery aisles and on chain restaurants’ menus in record numbers—and they’re expected to make up a third of the market for protein products by 2024. Responding to massive consumer demand (nearly 40 percent of Canadians are incorporating more plant-based foods in their diets), companies are formulating tastier-than-ever burger patties, breaded nuggets and ground “meats,” often with qualities that mimic those of animal products surprisingly well. But where does the protein in these products come from, and what role does it play? Proteins are made of nine essential amino acids, which must come from our diet. These amino acids combine to form “complete” proteins. Unlike animal sources, plant-based ones are often low in one or more amino…

We love the richness of Earth Balance Buttery Spread for these Hot Cross Buns. $6, plantx.ca. BUILD YOUR OWN PLANT-BASED THALI FEAST page 80 [SPRINGTIME BAKING] These rich buns are redolent with spice, full of currants and raisins, and glistening with maple syrup. A whole cooked orange lends moisture and flavour, and is a great alternative to store-bought candied peel (though feel free to throw in some homemade peel, if you have it). The first or second rise can be done in the fridge overnight; just bring the dough to room temperature before proceeding. Halve leftovers before freezing and toast without thawing. —Camilla Wynne…

Mushroom Pulled "pork" Sandwiches P 78 Veggie and Lentil Shepher’s Pie P 78 Riee "Bacon" BLT P 78 Marmite French Onion Soup P 78 Mushroom Pulled “Pork” Sandwiches Serves 4 Prep 25 min; total 50 min 800 g king oyster mushrooms, ends trimmed¼ cup canola oil1 tsp smoked paprika½ tsp garlic salt1⁄3 cup store-bought barbecue sauce4 burger buns, split and toasted Coleslaw 3 tbsp plant-based mayonnaise1 tbsp seasoned rice vinegar½ 397-g pkg coleslaw mix 1. Position rack in centre of oven and preheat to 400F. 2. Hold 1 mushroom. With your other hand, use a fork to shred it into long strips. Repeat with remaining mushrooms. Toss shredded mushrooms with oil, paprika and garlic salt in a medium bowl. Season with pepper. 3. Divide mushrooms between 2 baking sheets in…

40 minutes or less! Serves 4 Prep 20 min; total 40 min 6 tsp sesame oil, divided1 cup shelled edamame1 large orange, zested and juiced, divided6 tsp soy sauce, divided1 350-g block extra-firm tofu, cut in¾-in. cubes1½ cups diced carrots (about 2 large)4 garlic cloves, minced1 tbsp minced ginger2 cups chopped pineapple and its juices4 cups cooked brown rice1 cup sugar snap peas1 tsp salt Thinly sliced green onions (optional) Toasted sesame seeds (optional) Red pepper flakes (optional) 1. Heat a large frying pan over medium. Add 1 tsp sesame oil, then edamame. Cook, stirring occasionally, until edamame turn bright green, about 3 min. Add half the orange zest and juice, and 1 tsp soy sauce. Cook until all liquid is absorbed, about 2 min. Transfer edamame mixture to a…

Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Cream, $52, or $44 for the refill, sephora.com. “Though I haven’t noticed the promised plumpness, this cream does what it is supposed to do and keeps my skin hydrated. The texture is thick, but it goes on easily and forms a protective layer that’s great for cold days.” —Rina, 43, Toronto MOB Beauty Refillable Volumizing Mascara, $38, or $32 for the refill, mobbeauty.com. “This mascara stays in place all day—no flakes or smudges. I have short lashes, and I’m pleased with the volume and length it adds. I’m fussy about brush size, but this one isn’t too small or too big, which makes application easy.” —Fallon, 36, Halifax Everist Waterless Body Wash Concentrate, $28, helloeverist.com. “I love the fresh fragrance and how nicely this sudses…

IF I close my eyes tightly enough, I can still remember the rush of euphoria that hit me the first time I took MDMA (a.k.a. ecstasy) at the age of 16. It was 1998, and my best friend and I had snuck out of her house in Port Credit, Ont., and taken the GO train to downtown Toronto. There, we loaded ourselves onto a magical school bus to attend our first rave. As we arrived in the middle of nowhere, we saw a sea of bodies clad in fun fur, tightly gripping glow sticks and swaying to thumping bass lines. It was like nothing I had ever experienced before. Everyone was welcoming and inviting, happy to share a warm embrace—or some of their favourite party favours, “to help keep the vibe…

mediaplanet A CAYBON COMPANY Read more at truenorthliving.ca Sleep is one of the most essential elements to a healthy lifestyle. Sleep quantity and quality are both key for optimal restoration, and for you to feel your best during the day. One of the best ways to get a great night’s sleep is to have a bedtime routine. Here are four tips to get to bed that make falling — and staying — asleep easier. Melissa Vekil 1 Unplug for Optimal Sleep Try easing up on electronic-device use as you get closer to bedtime. Our phones, computers, and televisions all emit blue light that can prolong how long we’re awake and potentially disrupt our sleep. Plus, endlessly scrolling Instagram or falling asleep to re-runs of your favourite TV show can keep…

The Rescue Op Made with Loop gin, a zero-waste spirit that’s distilled from “rescued” scraps from a potato chip factory in Quebec, this cocktail is a fresh and bright mix of basil, citrus, ginger and elderflower. 1 ¼ oz Loop Lime & Ginger Gin✤1 oz St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur¾ oz mandarin orange juice½ oz lemon juice10 basil leaves3 dashes Dillon’s Hot Pepper Bitters (optional)1 sprig basil, for garnish1 bird’s-eye chili, for garnish 1. Add gin, liqueur, orange and lemon juices, and basil leaves to a cocktail shaker. Gently muddle the basil to coax the flavour out. Add ice and shake well. 2. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. If you like spice, add hot pepper bitters—or any bitters if you don’t have a spicy version on hand. Garnish with basil and…