Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2022 i Chatelaine

When thinking of maple syrup, a few images come to mind: fluffy flapjacks glistening with a thick golden glaze, tree trunks punctured with spigots over metal buckets primed for sap collection and the iconic 11-point leaf that symbolizes the Canadian identity. However, maple syrup goes beyond its traditional Canadiana associations, proving to be a versatile ingredient that can be integrated into various dishes for an unexpected flavour profile. This holiday season, when preparing food for a jubilant get-together, try these two recipes from Maple from Canada’s extensive collection of mouth-watering entrées, appetizers, cocktails, and other fine fare that showcase this traditional staple’s delectable nuances. THE MAPLE MARGARITA Preparation time: 10 minutes Yield: 1 cocktail Ingredients • 3 oz lemonade• 1 oz acerum (maple spirit)*• 1 oz reposado tequila• 0.5 oz…

Crunchy and saucy ramen? Have it both ways by roasting your noodles on a sheet pan. ✷ Curry-Coconut Sheet Pan Noodles with Chicken and Kale PREP 15 MIN; TOTAL 30 MIN SERVES 4 This recipe is inspired by cookbook author Hetty McKinnon’s ingenious sheet pan noodle technique and influenced by the flavours of khao soi, a Thai dish known for its contrast in textures. Roasting the noodles in the oven allows the top surface to crisp up, while the layer below stays tender and moist. ⅓ cup yellow Thai curry paste⅓ cup coconut oil4 tsp fish sauce, divided4 85-g pkgs instant ramen noodles, flavour packets reserved for another use4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs¼ tsp fine sea salt1 cup red onion, thinly sliced1 tbsp lime juice½ cup coconut cream1 bunch Tuscan kale, stems…

Milaine Astride @MILAINEASTRIDE 40, OTTAWA For Milaine Astride, the holiday season is synonymous with sparkles. “It’s the time to have fun and dress a little extra,” says the Paris-born, Ottawa-based content creator. When getting ready for festive soirees, take a cue from Astride and picture yourself as the star of the show. “I like to create a story in my mind around each outfit,” she explains. “When I dress for the day, I imagine that I’m the heroine of a TV show or movie.” Her go-to party outfit is a jumpsuit (this one is from Eloquii) with a cute purse (like her bubbly-inspired Aldo bag) and statement shoes. “It’s so easy,” she says of the one-and-done look. “I feel like I’m ready to take the stage—it gives me a mix…

IT SEEMS LIKE THERE’S A NEW STUDY each week touting the health benefits of drinking just the right amount of antioxidant-rich red wine, coffee or tea. But are these headlines too good to be true? We asked three experts how much of each you should be drinking in the name of good health. COFFEE Coffee consumption has been linked to reduced depressive symptoms, fewer cognitive failures and lower risk of suicide. It can also help protect against chronic liver disease. But how much coffee qualifies as a healthy amount? “If we’re looking at coffee based on an average mug size—eight to 10 ounces—a safe amount would be two to three standard coffees per day,” says Maude Morin, a registered dietitian in Saint John, N.B. However, she notes the type…

IN THE LOOP Made from repur-posed glass, this versatile piece can be worn as a necklace or a choker. Necklace, $209, paricijewellery.com. NAILED IT For a mani that dries in a flash, try a coat of this glossy crimson polish. Quo Beauty nail polish, $11, shoppersdrugmart.ca. BOOT CAMP You can’t go wrong with a classic pair of suede boots in a spicy shade of red. Boots, $245, maguireboutique.com. STAR POWER These tiny gold-plated studs are the perfect addition to any holiday outfit. Camillette stud earrings, $89, simons.ca. CROWNING GLORY Handmade from organza, this over-sized headband makes a whimsical statement. Headband, $65, hellodarlingco.ca. CHECK IT OUT Plaid panels add a festive touch to this chic LBD. Midi dress, $149, ahiri.ca. GLAM ROCK Sculpted to look like liquid gold, this…

IN A LATHER Each of these intricately handcrafted unscented soaps pays tribute to the beadwork of Northern Tutchone women from the Mayo community in the Yukon. Artisan soaps, $15 each, yukonsoaps.com. JUST ADD WATER From soothing salts to dried blooms and incense, this kit has everything you need for a relaxing bath. Bath kit, $38, selvrituel.com. STEEP IT UP Let the tea lover in your life sip their way through six blends from different terroirs. Discovery set, $40, camellia-sinensis.com. HAPPY FEET Lure new members to the slipper life with these cozy, colourful sheepskin mules. Slippers, $137, pantouflemouton.com. SUGAR RUSH The Cosmans have been making liquid gold on their Quebec farm for almost 50 years. Maple syrup, $20, coswebb.ca. SWEET SPOT These made-in-Toronto traditional Brazilian sweets burst with mouth-watering flavours,…

WHEN THE PANDEMIC hit in 2020, the spotlight was suddenly on rookie Oakville, Ont., MP Anita Anand, then minister for public services and procurement. The long-time law professor’s skill in contract negotiation suddenly mattered more than ever. The government’s vaccine-purchasing strategy—reserve every vaccine possible—paid off for Canadians: About 80 percent of the country is double-vaccinated, and nearly half of Canadians are at least triple-vaxxed, a feat for the new cabinet minister. From that success, she was tapped last year by the prime minister to tackle yet another challenge as minister of national defence. The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) are undergoing a reckoning, as a number of senior officers, including the major general who oversaw the logistics of the vaccine rollout, have been accused of sexual misconduct. “I have expertise in…

ON APRIL 5, 2022, Mattea Roach began her run on Jeopardy! as a relatively unknown tutor from Halifax. The show would change her life: A sprawling 23-game winning streak would eventually earn her more than $720,000 and land her a spot in Jeopardy! history as the winningest Canadian player in the show’s 39 seasons. She now ranks fifth overall in the quiz show’s standings, nestling her among Jeopardy! legends like Ken Jennings. When she spoke to Chatelaine in September, Roach was also preparing to compete in the 2022 Tournament of Champions, where 21 former Jeopardy! winners play against one another for $250,000. Roach is the only Canadian participating in the competition. Roach, a 24-year-old lesbian, was also representing the queer community on a massive mainstream platform during her Jeopardy! run.…

KITCHEN TIP Don’t have a specific sparkling on hand? Any dry sparkling white wine will work with all of these recipes. Sparkling Winter Vegetable Tempura PREP 20 MIN; TOTAL 40 MIN SERVES 4 TO 6 Dip winter vegetables in a light coating, fry them to a crisp and serve with a little tempura sauce. It’s like the party never ended! Make sure to prep all vegetables first—once the wok gets heated, things move fast. 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour½ cup cornstarch1 tsp sea salt1 cup ice-cold sparkling water1 cup ice-cold dry sparkling wine Canola oil, for frying1 sweet potato, peeled and thinly sliced½ sweet white onion, thinly sliced1 cup French green beansTogarashi, to taste (optional)Tempura sauce, for dipping 1. Batter: Combine flour, cornstarch and salt. Whisk in sparkling water and sparkling…

Gin Chaud SERVES 4 This warming mulled cocktail is an unexpected twist on the classic French mulled wine, traditionally known as vin chaud. You can use any citrus gin you like in this pineapple-based recipe and scale it up, punch-style, or down to suit a gathering of any size. 8 oz blood orange gin (or any citrus-forward gin), such as Beefeater Blood Orange Gin8 oz pineapple juice4 oz dry fino sherry, such as Tio Pepe Extra Dry Palomino Fino¼ cup honey1 oz ginger juice8 allspice berries4 cinnamon sticks4 whole cloves4 star anise pods Garnish 4 pineapple leaves4 pcs candied ginger4 amarena cherries 1. Gently warm all ingredients (except garnishes) in a small saucepan on low heat for 15 min, stirring occasionally, until mixture is very fragrant. Strain out solids and discard.…

I’M NOT ENTIRELY SURE when I turned into someone who starts listening to holiday music in late October—instrumental only, but still—or who decorates the house in early November, or who puts up multiple trees, but, alas, that is now me. What can I say? I’m highly susceptible to Christmas creep. I love the comfort and escapism that embracing the holiday season can bring, regardless of what’s happening in my life or the world at large. (And, trust me, I know awful things are happening all the time.) After years of indifference, I’ve fully embraced cookie exchanges, matching pyjamas and the mind-lulling predict-ability of made-for-TV holiday movies. And I have no regrets. Unsurprisingly, our holiday issue is always my favourite. And the crown jewel of this issue is our annual Made-in-Canada…

I’m obsessed with my skin. But I’m not getting any younger, so it needs a little more attention. I particularly love my night time skincare routine because I consider it self-care, as a way of soothing myself before bed. These days, I know what my skin needs, which changes depending on how it’s looking and even fluctuates based on external factors in my life. Because of what I do for a living, I’m constantly testing new products, and have had the chance to discover some tried-and-tested favourites. I’ve been using the L’Oreal Age Perfect Cell Renewal Midnight Serum for over a year, even before it was launched to the public. When I was reading about the product, I liked that it said hydrating, and that it’s an antioxidant. It’s a…

For those craving an expansive look at foods from the African diaspora My America: Recipes from a Young Black Chef by Kwame Onwuachi with Joshua David Stein Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi and co-author Joshua David Stein share a tribute to foods from the African diaspora in Onwuachi’s first cookbook, spanning from West Africa (Nigerian jollof) to Louisiana (jambalaya). For the home cook who wants a taste of the Caribbean West Winds: Recipes, History and Tales from Jamaica by Riaz Phillips Riaz Phillips tells stories about the Caribbean alongside his diverse collection of recipes—with a focus on Jamaican dishes—that include langoustine soup, and oxtail and butter beans. For the culinary explorer who is curious about Indigenous Australian cookery Mabu Mabu: An Australian Kitchen Cookbook by Nornie Bero Indigenous Australian chef Nornie…

OUR LEGS FEEL ACHY just thinking about an eight-hour shift of non-stop standing or a cross-country flight cramped in the middle seat. Compression socks, which come in a range of tightness grades—the tightest being prescription-only—can prevent and alleviate leg and foot pain, says Dr. Jenny Ling, a podiatrist at Metrotown Podiatry Center in Burnaby, B.C. Swelling and pain are often caused by a lack of circulation, explains Ling, and the pressure created by compression socks encourages better blood flow and reduces fluid accumulation. If you have noticeable varicose or spider veins, sudden swelling or pain on one side of your leg(s), you should see a doctor for medical-grade socks, says Ling. But for mild aches, look for medium-level non-prescription compression socks in your shoe size. Some good news for the…

When my younger sister, Ainsley, was two, she nick-named the spot where my left arm ends “Bebe.” I was born without a left hand due to a condition called amniotic band syndrome. From that day on, Bebe developed his own personality. I would put on shows for my sister, where Bebe was the good guy, and “Biggie” (the name we gave to my right hand) was the bad guy. Together, we spent hours laughing in the imaginary world we created with my unique limbs. I experienced joy and pride around my limb difference from a young age. My family was always in my corner, helping me cut my food or tie my shoes (but only if I asked first) and giving me space and encouragement to find my own…

For three days, fields and traipsed searchers combed grassy through thick forest. Some took to the sky in a helicopter, scanning the rolling hills and valleys below, while others boated along the nearby Yukon River. Everyone—Yukon RCMP officers and their search dog, Duke; members of Yukon Search and Rescue; more than 100 concerned residents—was looking for Sarah Kruse. Kruse’s farm along the North Klondike Highway, about 2.5 hours north of Whitehorse, was ground zero for the search effort. It wasn’t like her to vanish. Occasionally, when the 36-year-old wanted to clear her head, she’d saddle up her horses, round up her two dogs and ride into the bush for a few days—but she’d tell someone where she was going. When Kruse’s family realized she was gone—but had left behind her…

ON FEBRUARY 7, 2022, after 11 days of near non-stop noise pollution (honk, honk, hooooooooonk), the hundreds of vehicles occupying the streets of our nation’s capital in protest of vaccine mandates finally fell silent. An injunction banning the blaring of horns (and giving police the power to arrest and charge) was a crucial first step in clearing out the so-called “Freedom Convoy”—and for that, Ottawa residents have Zexi Li to thank. The then-21-year-old public servant, whose condo building was in the centre of the action, did not set out to be the face of a successful injunction. Never mind the more than $300-million class action lawsuit against the organizers of the convoy, which has already resulted in the freezing of millions in assets and will continue to play out in…

IN 2018, ONCE the Doug Ford government took office, it dismantled Ontario’s cap-and-trade program. The program incentivized industry to pollute less and generated billions in revenue for the province to spend on climate solutions. Gutting the program enabled dangerous levels of greenhouse gas emissions and steered the province away from meeting its climate targets—and Ford did so without consulting the public, a legal requirement. Enter seven young activists—clockwise from top left: Sophia Mathur from Sudbury, Ont.; Shelby Gagnon of the Aroland First Nation; Aamjiwnaang First Nation’s Beze Gray; Toronto’s Zoe Keary-Matzner; Ottawa’s Alex Neufeldt; Shaelyn Wabegijig from Nogojiwanong (Peterborough, Ont.); and Madison Dyck of Thunder Bay, Ont.—who brought a lawsuit against the Ontario government for weakening its climate policy. Backed by Ecojustice, a Canadian environmental law charity, the plaintiffs say…

The holidays are here. And after a few years of virtual dinners and socially distanced soirees, sitting shoulder to shoulder and splitting a bottle of wine with our nearest and dearest is just what we need. Sure, you could set out the usual spread, whether that’s a turkey feast or a buffet-style scramble. But why not elevate your holiday fare this season with a decadent, four-course meal, complete with complementary wines? Josh Cellars offers wine for every occasion. There are bubbles to make the season merry and bright, and big, bold reds to sip fireside. The wines are a nod to founder Joseph Carr’s father, so expect each bottle to be well balanced, exacting in quality and made with his (and your) family in mind. This season, we’re opting for…

THERE’S A PUSH and pull each holiday season between the nostalgic and the new. This year, I wanted to balance the allure of both in the form of pastry—all decked out in dazzling sparkle, because ’tis the season, after all. First, a spiced parsnip cake. Both my mother-in-law and one of my oldest, dearest friends have birthdays in December. Every year, I end up baking a layer cake at some point in the month. I love spicy, nutty wintery cakes, with their warmth and comfort for the colder days. The cake has a gentle, earthy sweetness, against the thinnest smudge of cream cheese frosting. Dressed up in a robe of white chocolate, the homey classic is ready for a party. Edible silver leaf pressed on top evokes fond memories of…

Clementine Spice Sugar Cookies PREP 15 MIN TOTAL 1 HR 15 MIN, PLUS EXTRA TIME FOR DRYING MAKES 30 COOKIES This infinitely customizable cookie is made of sugar, spice and everything nostalgic—flavoured with the zest of festive clementines and aromatic spices that used to fill the air of my childhood home around the holidays. 1 cup butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)Zest of 5 clementines, divided½ tsp ground cinnamon⅛ tsp ground allspice1 egg1 egg yolk½ tsp salt1 tsp vanilla½ tsp baking powder3 cups all-purpose flour (375 g) Icing 3½ cups icing sugar2 tbsp meringue powder8 to 9 tbsp waterGel food dye1 to 2 tbsp vodkaLustre dust 1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine butter, sugar, zest of 3 clementines and spices. With an electric mixer on medium-high speed, cream…

A FAIR POINT Last month, we featured The Great Canadian Baking Show co-host Ann Pornel in Style Crush. But, as one reader noted, our celebration of Pornel’s personal style was juxtaposed by a problematic fall film pick: I was delighted to see plus-size actor and comedian Ann Pornel in your last issue (“Sweet Dreams,” November 2022). The accompanying photo of Pornel is beautiful and shows her sense of style and fun. The fact that she said “fat” and “fun” in the same sentence made me so happy! However, I turned to literally the next page in the magazine to see The Whale in “What To Watch This Fall.” The Whale is a movie that dehumanizes both fat and gay folks, and Brendan Fraser has been rightly criticized for wearing a…

“There are unique physiological processes happening in our skin,” she explains. “It makes new collagen while you sleep, blood flow is boosted and muscle tension is reduced.” Combine that with the fact that your skin isn’t busy dealing with aggressors like pollution or UV, and it’s just a better time for products to work harder. Cue the L’Oreal Age Perfect Cell Renewal Midnight Serum, formulated to take full advantage of that dermal downtime. It contains several powerful ingredients that immediately caught Dr. Carroll’s attention, like the hyaluronic acid. “Hyaluronic acid is a humectant, meaning its true magic lies in its ability to replenish moisture,” says Dr. Carroll, pointing out that one gram can hold up to six liters of water. “It helps your skin stay moisturized overnight, which can improve…

IT’S A LATE SUMMER MORNING in downtown Vancouver, but the shadows of high-rise buildings offer respite from the heat and humidity. I’m on my way to meet Jody Wilson-Raybould, the former justice minister and attorney general of Canada. As I’m walking from my hotel to the restaurant where we’ve agreed to meet, I receive a text from my best friend: “Holy shit. The Queen is dead.” Wilson-Raybould and I are getting together to talk about her new book on reconciliation. And now the figurehead of colonialism in Canada is gone. How does this affect what reconciliation means? Will colonialism go with her? As I keep walking, I see these same questions being posed on social media, mainly by Indigenous people. The relationship between Indigenous people and the monarchy is a bitter…

ON A CRISP SEPTEMBER morning, Vettä Nordic Spa welcomed guests to its serene grounds nestled among the trees in Oro-Medonte, Ont., for Chatelaine’s first-ever Wellness Retreat. More than 90 spa-goers explored the hydrotherapy pools, steam rooms, saunas and more, all while wearing fluffy white robes. Between these moments of complete tranquility, they were treated to a special edition of University Health Network (UHN) Foundation’s Serving Knowledge Supper Club, enjoyed lunch and dinner paired with organic wines from Bonterra Organic Vineyards and practised restorative yoga and meditation powered by Aveeno Haircare. In addition to an exploration of self-care, rest and wellness, the day offered space for moments of mindfulness, healing and reflection.…

IN SPORTS, SOME athletes are generational talents—those whose skills are unlike anything we’ve seen in decades. Then there’s Marie-Philip Poulin. The 31-year-old captain of Canada’s National Women’s Team is not only the best women’s player in the world, but she’s also an inspiration to hundreds of thousands of fans and supporters—and the tip of her stick is why Canada has so much hardware. There’s a reason she has been dubbed “Captain Clutch.” Poulin has scored game-winning goals for Team Canada in three of the four Olympics that she’s played—2010, 2014 and 2022—a feat no other player has achieved. Originally from Beauceville, Que., she played at Boston University and left the program as the all-time leader in goals (81) and assists (100). And she’s a three-time world champion, currently playing in…

KATE BEATON HAS been trying to tell the story of her time working in the Alberta oil sands since 2014. That’s when she released the first iteration of Ducks, a five-part web comic series named for the birds that would end up dead in the tailings ponds at the various oil fields in the province’s north, where Beaton worked for two years, starting in 2005, to pay off her university debts. But those 2014 panels only hint at a larger story of exploitation, trauma and isolation—a story that, eight years later, Beaton published in Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands. “I needed to get a distance from the events, to parse the things that happened,” she says. “If I had made it as soon as I had left, I…

Beer Clams PREP 15 MIN; TOTAL 30 MIN SERVES 4 TO 6 Littleneck clams shine after a quick beer bath and a squeeze of lemon. Drizzle them with drawn butter (p. 67) or hot sauce. ¼ cup unsalted butter, cubed½ cuplager1 kg ittleneck clams, cleaned (see Kitchen tip)½ lemon, thinly sliced2 to 3 tbsp chopped herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, chives or thyme (optional) 1. Melt butter in a large pot or skillet over medium and cook until light brown and nutty, 4 min. Add lager and bring to a boil; reduce for 1 min. 2. Add clams and lemon slices and stir to combine. Cover and cook on medium-high until clams open, 5 to 6 min. Sprinkle with herbs and stir to combine. Remove clams with a slotted spoon and…

How we choose to eat can make a big impact on the planet, and it’s up to parents and teachers to encourage our kids to make healthy, sustainable choices. To motivate families and classrooms to get creative in the kitchen, Tre Stelle has created Cheese4Change, a sustainable eating program for youth that challenges kids to develop an earth-friendly dish for a chance to win cash. Individuals can win $500, while classrooms can win $5,000 in grants. The Cheese4Change contest is accepting submissions until Earth Day, April 22, 2023, with winners selected in December 2022 and May 2023. Here’s how to enter: 1. Enter your recipe, qualifying why each ingredient is sustainable 2. Share what you or your school is doing to support sustainable eating. 3. Upload a video showing how…