Tag - March/April 2023

Allure of Oaxaca

Many charms of this destination in Mexico include its vibrant arts and cultural scene, popular festivals and amazing cuisine. By Paul Gessell Photos : Josué Reyes Two decades ago, the doctor ordered a high, dry climate for Virginia Bartley’s health. From her home near Kingston, Bartley did research and chose Oaxaca, with its...

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Achievements Aplenty

After a stellar career in pediatrics and cardiology,  Dr. Peter Forbath is now a cookbook author at age 98 By Iris Winston “I know how to do that.” The year was 1957 and Dr. Peter Forbath, at that time a junior intern at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, was talking about heart catheterization, a technique he had learned while...

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MIND GAMES

Chill Out with adult LEGO Remember playing with LEGO when you were a kid? It’s time to get back at it, because LEGO is cool again—for adults. In fact, the iconic international toy brand has over 100 different offerings for grownups. You can build a luxury car or a beautiful artwork, a jazz club or the Eiffel Tower, a wildflower...

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Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy

Canada’s Celtic King and Queen Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy and their Musical Family take the stage at the Fifty-Five Plus Lifestyle Show. In the Celtic music world, they are royalty; in fact, they are Canada’s reigning couple. On stage, their energy, enthusiasm and chemistry are infectious. That magic stems from the fact...

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My friendly Neighbour

Animal Chatter  By Iris Winston Photos by Hannah Lopes A single bark at the door signals that Emmie has dropped by for a visit. Emmie is the very friendly Labrador/Golden Retriever cross who lives next door. She and Marnie, my Irish Setter, are good friends, who, after a quiet discussion about sharing such items as rawhide...

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Maple Walnut Sauce

This recipe and image, courtesy of Foodland Ontario, will inspire you to get cooking and to savour the special times ahead. Celebrate maple season by whipping up this delectable dessert sauce. It will keep in the refrigerator for two weeks, so it can be made ahead. Preparation Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 8 minutes Makes 1-1/2...

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Spring Lamb Shanks

This recipe and image, courtesy of Foodland Ontario, will inspire you to get cooking and to savour the special times ahead. Lamb shanks are ideal for long, slow cooking to make them melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Serve over mashed potatoes for the perfect comfort-food meal. Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 27 minutes...

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Beef and Potato Stacks

This recipe and image, courtesy of Foodland Ontario, will inspire you to get cooking and to savour the special times ahead. This hearty snack is great for St. Patrick’s “Month.”  It’s also a favourite appetizer for meat and potato lovers. Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes Makes 18 2 Ontario yellow fleshed...

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