Chatelaine November 2022

YEAR-ROUND ISSUE In our September issue, we compiled a list of our favourite pairs of jeans for most bodies. One reader reached out to remind us of the environmental footprint of denim—a detail we overlooked: My favourite issue is always your Green Issue, as I love to see all the cool things we can do for our planet. I would love to see this kind of information permeate every issue, just as climate change permeates every aspect of our lives. The September issue has a feature on denim (“The Best Jeans”), but there is no reference to the fact that a pair of jeans requires thousands of litres of water to produce. Why not mention this, then give some sustainable options, like the boutique you once featured that reconstructs vintage…

For the first time since March 2020, our team is finally back at the office—for two days a week, at least. Working at home is a privilege, and the actual nuts and bolts of it went more smoothly than I could have imagined. We transitioned from reading every single page of the magazine on paper (multiple times—so much paper!) to reading exclusively on screens, with few, if any, heinous errors. We cobbled together existing food photography into beautiful recipe features during the months that we couldn’t meet in person for shoots and continued to have lively conversations about the stories we were most passionate about. But for all the perks of working at home—for me, lunchtime dog walks are hard to top—there was still something missing. During our first few…

CREATED FOR ’TIS ALMOST THE SEASON for celebrating the holidays over tasty food and drink. For celebrity chef and cookbook author Anna Olson, the measure of a truly great holiday get-together isn’t just how much fun her guests have. It’s also how much she’s able to relax while hosting and socializing. “I’ve always thought that a holiday gathering can be deemed successful when, after everyone has left, you’re happy you hosted and are not feeling stressed or exhausted,” Olson says. While that might sound challenging, Olson believes it’s achievable with planning—and with help from your kitchen appliances. To minimize stress and maximize good times, here are her top holiday hosting tips. Make a list and check it twice “I rely on checklists throughout the holiday season, organizing to-dos by week,…

A LITTLE BIT OF THIS, A LITTLE BIT OF THAT KITCHEN TIP A world of quick dinners opens up when you get creative with packaged gnocchi. We’ve used it here to replace mashed potatoes. Gnocchi Shepherd’s Pie PREP 15 MIN; TOTAL 30 MIN SERVES 4 TO 6 This comforting dish comes together quickly by substituting the traditional mashed potatoes with tender, ready-made potato gnocchi, which cooks in just minutes. Finished with parmesan cheese and a few minutes under the broiler, it’ll warm you from the inside out. 500 g gnocchi٭1 tbsp olive oil454 g ground lamb1 yellow onion, diced1 large carrot, diced1 stalk celery, diced3 garlic cloves, minced¾ tsp pepper, divided¼ tsp salt1 tbsp tomato paste2 tbsp all-purpose flour٭¾ cup + 2 tbsp beef broth⅔ cup peas (fresh or frozen)2 tbsp…

ALTERNATIVES TO POTATO GNOCCHI Original potato gnocchi is our go-to, but packaged alternatives abound. We like these. CAN’T FIND GROUND LAMB? Try these protein picks instead. OUR GNOCCHI FAVES *To make this dish gluten-free, use a gluten-free gnocchi and swap in white rice flour for the all-purpose flour.…

Ann Pornel @GLAMPORNEL 38, TORONTO “When I was growing up, there weren’t many plus-size clothing options available besides boring black basics that blended into the background,” recalls actor and comedian Ann Pornel. Through experimentation and with the help of professional stylists (a perk of her gig as a co-host of The Great Canadian Baking Show), she honed in on the essence of her style: vibrant, energetic and fun. “I feel like I’m cosplaying as my teenage self right now, wearing everything I couldn’t find before,” Pornel laughs. She is drawn to bright colours, bold patterns and luscious textures, like this wide-leg suit from American plus-size brand Eloquii, which she paired with L’Intervalle shoes and a silky croissant bag from the Room Shop. “I want to show people that there is…