Innholdsfortegnelse for Fall 2024 i Chatelaine

I’VE HAD KITCHENS ON THE BRAIN LATELY. It all started with our how-to-create-a-kitchen-you-love package on page 34. Whether you’re in the market for a full-on reno or a few DIY updates, you’ll want to read the genius advice that writer Sara Cation sourced from five design experts, including former Chatelaine editor Beth Hitchcock (who has impeccable taste, as you’ll see from photos of her own kitchen) and Sophie Donelson, the author of Uncommon Kitchens—a gorgeous book I’m obsessed with. Next up, we partnered with IKEA to give one lucky woman a stunning and surprisingly affordable kitchen renovation—in just three weeks! (Huge props to Chatelaine project manager Nadia Romain for pulling off this massive feat.) The resulting feature contains tons of great advice for building your own dream IKEA kitchen. Watching…

LONG STORY Plucked straight out of your dream ’90s wardrobe, the denim maxi skirt is the perfect transitional piece. Wear it with cowboy boots (see page 14) for the ultimate cool-girl ’fit.  Reitmans Maxi Denim Skirt, $70, reitmans.com. DARK MAGIC A deep indigo wash instantly elevates this wide-leg design. The belt and large pockets add a polished touch.  Yoga Jeans Amsterdam Wide-Leg Jeans, $118, yogajeans.ca. DRESS CODE For an easy head-to-toe denim look, add a cute frock to your fall rotation. This wrap dress is a breeze to accessorize, no matter your style. Joe Fresh Denim Wrap Dress, $45, joefresh.com. SPLIT DECISION A slit-front hem gives thigh skimming jeans a little more flare and lets you show off your favourite square-toe mules. Laura Flared Slit Jeans, $108, laura.ca. HIGH-FLYER…

WHEN KARIN BAQI and her spouse, Darren Puscas, were house-hunting in Toronto, a roomy kitchen was at the top of their wish list. Their previous kitchen could only comfortably accommodate one person at a time—“We rarely cooked together,” says Karin—and also had limited storage space. (They used an entryway closet as a pantry.) The avid home cooks moved into their 1990s semi in August 2023 after falling in love with its bright and sunny eat-in kitchen. The good news? The kitchen was well maintained and had loads of storage space. The bad news? It hadn’t been updated since the house was built. A renovation wasn’t in the budget—until IKEA stepped in. Karin and Darren, who had never taken on a major renovation project before, found the design process seamless. Prior…

Last fall, we published an extensive guide detailing the major symptoms of menopause and offering science-based ways to mitigate them. (You can find it at chatelaine.com/menopause.) This year, we want to talk about how to manage the lesser—but no less annoying—symptoms that can go hand-in-hand with the menopausal transition, including dull skin, thinning hair, muscle loss and more. Before we start, let’s lay out some of the terms we’ll be using on the next five pages. Perimenopause kicks off the menopausal transition, typically between the ages of 40 and 50. It usually lasts from three to 10 years. Levels of estrogen, progesterone and other hormones start to fluctuate, triggering various side effects. Menopause refers to the one-year anniversary of your last period, which usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55.…

Want to linger a little over breakfast? A relaxed morning meal is easy to pull off with a simple menu that comes together quickly but delivers big flavours. Forget prepping for hours: each component takes 30 minutes or less to pull together and is special enough to serve as a treat for yourself or to a small crowd. Spiced Chocolate Toasts with Figs PREP 15 MIN; TOTAL 25 MIN SERVES 4 Scandinavians like to melt wafer-thin chocolate on top of buttered toast. This figgy challah version pulls inspiration from those flavours. 3 tbsp butter, at room temperature4 tsp honey, divided1 tsp ground cinnamon⅛ tsp ground cloves1 ½ 100-g bars70% chocolate, preferably Lindt Excellence4 slices challah, cut ¾ in. thick4 fresh figs, cut into thin slices or wedges 1. Position rack…

FISH SAUCE is an all-star ingredient in the Southeast Asian pantry. Known by many names among them nuoc mam in Vietnam, nam pla in Thailand and patis in the Philippines—this salty, lip-smacking liquid is, perhaps unsurprisingly, distilled from fermented fish. It’s a versatile ingredient, and just a dash adds savoury funk to marinades, vinaigrettes and braised meats. How is fish sauce made? At its purest, fish sauce consists of fish and salt. While the ratio of those two ingredients and the ensuing fermentation differ across brands and countries, the production is similar. After 12 to 15 months (or more) of fermentation, the proteins break down to produce an umami-rich liquid, which is siphoned off and filtered to remove sediment. The end result is known as “first-press fish sauce,” the condiment’s…

Haluski (Caramelized Onion and Cabbage Pasta) PREP 5 MIN; TOTAL 30 MIN SERVES 4 Widely known throughout Central and Eastern Europe, haluski is a dish that surely originated from the need to be resourceful during long, cold winters. I grew up in an area of southern Saskatchewan that had a large Ukrainian population, and every town gathering had perogies, cabbage rolls and kielbasa—so I incorporate these flavours into my haluski. But there are so many options for add-ins to kick up the protein and vegetable content. I like to eat mine with a bit of sauerkraut; its acidity helps balance the richness of this dish. 6 tbsp unsalted butter, divided5 cups thinly sliced green cabbage1 large onion, thinly sliced1 tsp caraway seeds1 tsp salt¼ tsp pepper2 227-g pkgs sliced mushrooms340 g…

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IN 2009, 30-YEAR-OLD Mélanie Joly’s art collection began with a gift from family friends: a series of postcards featuring photos of Lebanon that were taken by Montreal artist Martin Désilets in 2001. Joly, then a managing partner at Montreal public-relations firm Cohn-Wolf, had long been an avowed art lover. That same year, she launched the Printemps du MAC fundraiser at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Montreal. The volunteer gig fed Joly’s passion for art. But she found her true ambition in politics. Around the same time, she co-launched a magazine/think tank/advocacy group for Quebec’s disaffected thirtysomethings. In an open letter, Joly castigated established political parties, writing that the parties’ youth wings “often represent a nursery of privileged people ‘destined’ for political success.” She would eventually run for mayor of Montreal…

Farm Boy, a leading Ontario fresh food retailer, is thrilled to announce, 'nourish to flourish', a new initiative aimed at supporting in-school food programs and nurturing food literacy among students across the province. Developed in close collaboration with Sustain Ontario and Farm to Cafeteria Canada, nourish to flourish is set, in its inaugural year, to provide $55,000 in grants to 30 selected Ontario schools. The company will match donations up to $25,000 to fund the grants. This initiative will foster an environment where children not only eat well, but also develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the origins and journey of food from farm to plate. nourish to flourish extends far beyond the school walls. In addition to funding for in-school food programs, the program will offer educational experiences…

REALISTIC REFRESH Don’t have the budget for a full reno? A few easy updates can go a long way. FIX YOUR PAIN POINTS Annoying little quirks, like a sticky drawer or a corner that turns into a clutter magnet, can make your kitchen situation seem more dire than it really is. Take a weekend to rethink what isn’t working in your space and how it can be solved, suggests Sophie Donelson, Montreal-based decor expert and author of Uncommon Kitchens. SWITCH UP THE LIGHTING Lighting is everything when it comes to creating cozy spaces, and swapping out tired fixtures instantly elevates a room. “Even changing the bulbs [for warmer wattage] makes a difference,” says Donelson. INVEST IN A NEW BACKSPLASH To add personality to your space, Kristen Coutts, the Toronto-based host…

Put down the knife! From a grater-style mandoline to a multi-tasking egg slicer, the right tool can save you serious time in the kitchen. 1. MAIN SQUEEZE Ignore the haters: A garlic press made of non-reactive metal is a perfectly fine substitute for mincing by hand. Crushing can actually coax more flavour out of each clove because it produces a chemical reaction that enhances garlic’s allium potency. OXO GOOD GRIPS GARLIC PRESS, $20, AMAZON.CA. 2. POWER TOOL Fistfuls of greens, mountains of shredded cheese, pie-crust dough—a food processor can power through it all, and it more than makes up for its price and counter-space footprint if you use it often. The Chatelaine kitchen has been using a Cuisinart model for years; they come in a variety of sizes, hold up…

Quickest-Fix Pumpkin Pie PREP 25 MIN; TOTAL 1 HR 15 MIN, PLUS COOLING TIME SERVES 12 TO 16 This year, we’re taking a shortcut to Thanksgiving dessert by pouring our homemade pumpkin filling into a storebought crust. Much like this pie, having a little extra time is truly delicious. 2 9-in. frozen pie shells1 375-mL can pumpkin purée6 large eggs1 cup 35% cream⅔ cup lightly packed brown sugar⅔ cup granulated sugar2 tsp cinnamon1 tsp nutmeg½ tsp ground ginger¼ tsp allspice Whipped cream Praline nuts, such as PC Praline Nut Mix 1. Remove pie shells from freezer to thaw completely. Position rack in centre of oven, then preheat to 400F. 2. Whirl pumpkin purée in a food processor along with eggs, cream, sugars and spices until combined. Strain through a sieve…

Marisa Gallemit marisagallemit 52, OTTAWA Visual artist Marisa Gallemit came of age in the ’80s, when preppy style was everywhere and a big blazer was de rigueur. She’d borrow oversized button-downs from her dad or alter his dress pants and wear them to school. Now in her 50s, Gallemit is still inspired by the roomy cuts and boxy silhouettes of menswear, albeit with a feminine edge. “There’s something about masculine clothing that feels very protective,” she says. “I’m looking for ease and airflow; I don’t want to be cinched in. But I like to mix it up with softer touches.” One of her most prized possessions is a vintage brocade coat she bought in New York in the ’90s; here, she pairs it with a Breton top, corduroys and a…

An exclusive Q&A with Jessi Cruickshank as she shares her insights on navigating the back-to-school season with her family. Discover her tips for maintaining balance, fostering a love for learning, and making the transition from summer to school smooth and enjoyable for everyone. How do you encourage your children to be excited about learning and school activities? Thankfully, my kids ARE excited about going back to school! I think for my generation, growing up in the 90s/2000s - we were all raised with this Bart Simpson mentality that “School Sucks”. There was this pervasive cultural mindset that we were supposed to hate school and everything that went along with it. I don’t think that exists as much anymore, at least my twin boys don’t think that way yet. They can’t…

Candied fruit isn’t very popular where I live. Perhaps it’s because supermarket candied cherries are bleached, which explains why they taste like nothing. And those pieces in much-maligned grocery-store fruitcake are often candied turnip! It’s no wonder some people think they don’t like candied fruit. I’m mostly of British heritage, so making my own candied fruit for family classics like fruitcake and hot cross buns was a revelation that resulted in much better baked goods. It may look like magic, but it’s not! I share some methods that I’ve tested to make candying as easy as possible—because I am a lazy Taurus who would rather read novels than measure syrup concentrations all day. Figuring out when a batch is perfectly candied might take a little practice, but so does almost…

KITCHIN TIP A spatchcocked turkey roasted at 450F requires about 6 to 10 min of roasting time per 500 g. I still sometimes love to roast a whole bird for the “oohs” and “aahs” it elicits as it appears on the table. But if it’s just our family—or if I’ll be carving up the turkey in advance—spatchcocking is my go-to method for quick, even cooking. I love spatchcocking because it optimizes the cooking process, heating the turkey more quickly and evenly compared to roasting it whole. It’s an easy, effcient technique that yields a bird brimming with flavourful juices and boasting perfectly crisp, golden skin—and it’s way easier to pull off than you might think. Here’s the lowdown. Spatchcocking a bird—whether chicken, turkey or otherwise—involves removing the backbone and then…