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events & entertainment 4 Events & Entertainment around the GTA 10 Calendar of Events 12 Feature: Toronto Blue Jays

Home 14 Buy and Renovate with MCAP 17 Mike Holmes 20 Polar Foam Insulation 23 Prairiewood Homes 25 DIY Yard Sale Finds

on Your side 27 Surcharges at the ATM Machine 28 Tips for Fuel Efficiency 31 Filing Your Tax Returns 32 Life After the Penny

HealtH & BeautY 37 Spring Make-Up Trends 38 Sleep Your Way Into Feeling Good 41 The Wellness Belt

Food & drink 43 Recipes 53 Tony Aspler’s Wine Picks 54 Readers’ Wine Picks 58 Explore Italian Wine 61 Vodka!

GetawaYs 63 Summer Festivals in London, ON

Fun stuFF 66 Crossword and Sudoku 68 Horoscopes

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events&enteRtainmentaRound the gtaby Darren C. Jacob

All the windows in the house are slowly opening and venting out the old musty, stale winter air for fresh clean spring air. That’s right, spring is here. You may be feeling like you have a little more energy; a little more bounce in your step, and I’m guessing that spring cleaning may have begun. This season has such a wonderful therapeutic feeling associated with it. Here are some more “spring-time” events happening around the city this month for you to enjoy.

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THe NaTiONal JOB Fair & TraiNiNG expOWed. April 3rd – Thurs. April 4th, 2013Metro Toronto Convention Centre will host more than 500 recruiters, career specialists and admission officers while they offer jobs or help find a job though hiring companies, employment and career services, and career training and education programs. Established in 2002 and now entering into its 22nd edition, the National Job Fair and Training Expo is a recruitment event held in a quality trade show approach showcasing 150 booths to visit with thousands of employment and career opportunities. The show is aimed at stimulating employment and attracts recruiters from Ontario, across Canada, and abroad. There is no other event like this in Ontario. For more information visit www.thenationaljobfair.com

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TiFF KidS iNTerNaTiONal FilM FeSTivalTuesday April 9th – Sunday April 21st, 2013TIFF Bell Lightbox will be hosting this educational and entertaining event for kids. The film festival offers children and youth the opportunity to learn about cultural perspectives from around the world. Featuring the best of Canadian and international cinema for children and youth, TIFF Kids will be presenting a great selection of features and shorts on diverse subjects in a variety of genres and styles. For a full listing of shows and their times visit www.tiff.net/tiffkids/festival.

32Nd aNNual NaTiONal MOTOrcycle & TaTTOO SHOw Saturday April 13th – Sunday April 14th, 2013Ride on down to the Better Living Centre, Exhibition Place and enjoy two days of motorcycle and tattoo pandemonium. If you do ride your bike to the show, you can ride it right into the building and display it as part of the new Show and Shine feature. Regular admission will still apply but you wouldn’t have to pay for parking! With over 160,000 square feet of space, the National Motorcycle and Tattoo Show will have everything and anything a motorcycle enthusiast would ever need. There will be over 150 exhibitors selling new and used motorcycles, parts, accessories, clothing and much more. The swap meet of this event has everything from street bikes to dirt bikes and cruisers to deckers. Spring is the best time to buy a bike and the giant used bike lot and motorcycle auction is a feature that has been part of the show since its inception. New this year is the opportunity to sell your bike in the large used bike lot. The motorcycle auction will be held on Sunday but all bikes are on display and will be ready for purchase all weekend.

Another feature this year is the Canadian National Bike Builders Showcase. This is where the history of motorcycles will be on display along with the future of bikes by some outstanding bike builders. The tattoo show has also expanded this year to showcase even more gifted artists. Check out the website for attending artists and how to book an appointment: www.nationalmotorcycleshow.com.

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2013 GreeN liviNG SHOwFriday April 12th – Sunday April 14th, 2013Bring the family to the Direct Energy Centre to enjoy this unique and very informative show on living a “green lifestyle”. Now in its 7th year, visitors can stroll through 80,000 square feet of exhibit space and be educated on the latest green products. Features of the show include the popular marketplace where you can shop for thousands of green living approved products; test drive the latest in eco and electric cars; enjoy an incredible line-up of celebrity speakers on the main stage; tantalize your taste buds in the Ontario Culinary Pavilion with delicious and sustainable local foods cooked by top chefs; sample the finest in local wines and beer; check out how chic eco fashion can be; interactive programming that will engage today’s youth in environmental issues; or maybe you would like to live a healthy and active life through yoga and fitness. The 2013 Green Living Show has it all and more! Attendees to the show can receive free admission by recycling electronic waste at the venue. For more information about this wonderful event check out their website at www.greenlivingonline.com.

earTH day caNada Monday April 22, 2013Earth Day is the largest and most celebrated environmental event worldwide. More than 6 million Canadians join the world in staging events and projects to address local environmental issues. Nearly every child attending school in Canada takes part in an Earth Day activity. If you would like to participate go to www.earthday.ca for a full listing of events happening in your community.

There are some remarkable concerts this happening this month. Here are just a few that may tweak your interest:

• Billy Talent with Sum 41, Hollerado, and Indian Handcrafts — April 5th, Air Canada Centre

• K-os — April 5th, Danforth Music Hall• Muse — April 9th & 10th, Air Canada Centre• Green Day — April 11th, Air Canada Centre• Serena Ryder — April 11th, Danforth Music Hall• Fleetwood Mac — April 16th, Air Canada Centre• Jim James — April 24th, The Phoenix • Johnny Marr — April 27th, The Phoenix

April brings the return of baseball, so please get out there and support our beloved Toronto Blue Jays! GO JAYS GO!

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there is a buzz through-out the city — and I’m sure around the rest of

the league — about our beloved Jays. This could possibly be the year they bring back the title as the best team in baseball. I know at the beginning of every season there is a wishful excitement that “this is the year” — yet every year we are disappointed. But this season is truly different for many reasons. This year our GM Alex Anthopoulos has made some big moves and brought in some highly talented players. The word on the baseball field is that the Jays are going to be team to beat this season. With a well-rounded bullpen, a top-notch in-filed and outfield, and a strong force behind the bat this is going to be a great year of baseball. Now we get to sit back with a hot dog and some peanuts and a few cold ones and watch it all unfold!

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It’s been 20 years since the Toronto Blue Jays last held the esteemed Commissioner’s Trophy and were crowned World Series Champions. It’s been 20 years since the city has celebrated any major championship sports team; but thanks to the Toronto Blue Jays, our city is getting closer to reaching that ultimate goal.

R.A. Dickey, 2012 Cy Young winner. Secret weapon: an 80 MPH knuckle ball.

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The season opener kicks off April 2nd, 2013, versus the Cleve-land Indians (as of day of print, the game has yet to be decided); then the Jays battle against the Boston Red Sox, Chicago White Sox, and the New York Yankees. The month of April is going to be a good test for this team that has high expectations to do well. Ticket prices to check out a Jays game are so reasonably priced compared to other sport-ing teams in this city: they range from $11 to $210 (the latter put you right into the action). Now tell me who doesn’t love watch-ing a live baseball game? And for those prices there is no excuse why we can’t fill up the Rogers Centre and cheer for our beloved Toronto Blue Jays. There are many new faces on the team: R.A. Dickey, Jose Reyes, Emilio Bonifacio, Josh Johnson, Maicer Izturis, Mark DeRosa, Melky Cabrera and Mark Buehrle to name a few. Also back for a second-round as team manager is John Gibbons. Here’s good omen, as I see it — it’s the Dominican contingent the Jays have on the team. Seeing as the Dominican Republic were crowned champions in this years’ World Baseball Classic, hopefully that winning attitude can carry over to the MLB season. Here are some dudes to keep an eye on this season — key play-ers that will help bring Jays to that next level:

JOSe BauTiSTa #19 Right FieldJose has been in the Majors since 2004 and has been a Toronto Blue Jay since 2009, and has been a perrenial favourite since leading the major leagues in home runs in 2010 and 2011. He’s achieved countless awards and honours as a Blue Jay including the All-Stars, Silver Slugger, Hank Aaron award, and numerous times has been the player of the month and player of the week. In 2011, Batista led the Majors in home runs, walks, slugging percentage and OPS. He became the first player to lead the Majors in those categories since Barry Bonds in 2001 and the first American League player since Ted Williams in 1942. Also in 2011, he became the 10th Blue Jay to be voted to start the All-Star Game with a Major League record of 7,454,753 votes.

r.a. dicKey #43 PitcherRobert Allen Dickey is the 2012 Cy Young Award winner. He is the first knuckleballer to win this award. Last year playing with the Mets, he set career bests in wins, innings pitched, ERA, complete games and shutouts. It was also the first time in his career he was named to the National League All-Star Team. Dickey tied for second for most wins in the Majors with 20. He struck out 230 in 233.2 inning, which ranked 3rd in the Majors and 1st in the National League.

JOSe reyeS #7 Short StopJose Reyes is going to be an exciting player to watch. His is a very skillful short stop and a powerhouse with the bat. In 2011, Reyes became the 11th different short stop to win the batting crown. He is the first player since 1900 to post 3 multi-triple games in one season and became the second short stop to collect 100 hits in 66 games or fewer. Jose founded the Santiago RBI program, which is designed to help youngsters learn the fundamentals of baseball while receiving an education. He also donates to help rebuild fields in his hometown. His positive and uplifting attitude will also be a major boost for the Jays.

GO JAYS GO!

Jose Bautista, our very own Silver Slugger.

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RENOVATING MAY BE THE ANSWER!Here are some tips on how to make renovations a reality:

RENOVATION FUNDINGAs a homeowner, renovation dollars may be just a line of credit away. MCAP, a leading Canadian residential mortgage lender, offers several options that let you turn home equity investment into flexible renovation financing.

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PAY IT OFFTake advantage of today’s borrower-friendly rates. Come mortgage renewal time, your mortgage broker can help you roll mortgage and renovation costs into one low-cost refinancing package that ensures your bottom line is top-of-profit!

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LOVE YOUR HOUSE but feel a few home improvements are in order? Perhaps your family’s growing and needs more room ASAP! Or is that leaky toilet looking like the perfect excuse to overhaul the entire ’50s-style bathroom? Maybe it’s simply just time that the home you bought finally reflects your lifestyle, tastes and needs.

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Whoever said, “Time flies when you’re having fun” was right. I can’t believe it’s been ten years since Holmes on Homes first aired!

Want My Help? Here’s how to get it.

By Mike Holmes

Over the last ten years, I must have received hundreds of thousands

of letters and emails. Maybe millions. And each one of those letters was from someone who needed help. That’s a lot of people and a lot of problems for just one guy. So how do I choose which jobs to take on? That’s probably one of the most popular questions I get asked. Answering it isn’t always easy. First, plenty of things go into choosing, and it’s always a moving target. But it usually

comes down to three things: The job, the story and the people. So far I’ve developed three series: Holmes on Homes, Holmes Inspection and Holmes Makes it Right. Holmes on Homes focused on homeowners who had been screwed over by a contractor. Holmes Inspection was about helping people who had been screwed over by a home inspector. But now with Holmes Makes it Right, there are no limits to the jobs. And the more different and unusual, the better. When you have a successful television show there’ s always the fear of repetition. If one week an episode airs where I’m redoing a kitchen for victims of a scam, I’m getting hundreds of emails about kitchen scams the next week after everyone’s seen it. But once I’ve done one type of job I need something different. Give me a job that’s unique, in some way, from other things I’ve done. Give me a story.

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liFe aFteR tHe PennYDo you remember where you were on February 4, 2013 when the Royal Canadian Mint (RCM) stopped issuing pennies? Perhaps you walked by one on the sidewalk but didn’t bother to pick it up — to your peril. There goes your chance of having a lucky day, as the old adage goes. Oh well, it doesn’t really matter now does it?

Research by Desjardins Group’s economists found that maintaining

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withdraw the penny — which may be in the tens of millions of dollars over the next few years — will be minimal compared to the recurring annual savings Canadians will see down the line.

GONe BuT NOT FOrGOTTeNAlthough the RCM is no longer minting the penny, it will maintain its value and legal tender indefinitely. And some businesses will still accept it as a form of payment. As pennies are withdrawn from circulation, prices will be rounded to the nearest nickel for cash transactions. Non-cash transactions (debit card, credit card, prepaid card, cheque, etc.) will continue to be settled to the nearest cent.

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leT iT Be Said, THiS SpriNG iT’S redRed lips are what’s in … ANY red! Powerful reds that range from pink-reds, classic cherry reds, to the dark crimson reds are what’s on everyone’s lips this season. But the only thing shining this spring will be the sun, because the red lip look is matte. To perfect the matte lip, it’s important to line and fill in your lips with a matching lip liner underneath your matte lipstick or lip stain. This way the lipstick has something to adhere to, guaranteeing its longevity throughout the day. Coupled with this daring look is a very au naturel eye, forsaking eyeshadow and eyeliner, and focusing on just mascara and fresh glowing skin.

HiT THe SceNe iN GreeNIf the strong lip look isn’t your forte, then dress up your eyes in green. The particular shade of green that’s in for spring is emerald. One wash of deep green all over the lid is what will get you noticed, if it has a bit of shimmer, even better. Try using a loose shimmer powder eyeshadow, the satin finish is exactly the desired look. This look is strong enough, so skip lining the eye with black and do a subtle sweep of mascara, making sure to keep your lips light, almost even pale.

So whether you’re seen in green or paint the town red, you’ll be sure to make heads turn this spring, if you follow these quick easy tips! Remember to not wear both looks together or it will be too over-whelming. Pick which feature you want to play up and have fun!

by Tracy Peart

Spring has sprung! Time to put away the hats, hoods and scarves that have been covering your face all winter long, and reveal a new you. This spring it’s about making a statement with one feature on your face. You can choose to sport a bold lip or a bold eye — you decide!

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First, while you sleep you regenerate your cells and repair your muscles. If

you are an avid fitness enthusi-ast, an athlete, or regularly go to the gym you will understand why this is so important. If your muscles don’t repair you put yourself at risk for an injury, and no one wants that.

Secondly, you look and feel better. We all want to look our best and getting 6–8

hours a night of shut eye will do just that. Your skin will dra-matically look younger and more vibrant, you also won’t have bags and dark circles under your eyes. How you feel is just as important, and when you are constantly well rested, you will have more energy and overall feel more joyous and happy. People who deprive themselves of sleep are far more irritable.

feelinG GooD This sprinGby Michelle Betts

When asked what’s the most important component to excellent health and fitness my answer would be getting adequate amounts of sleep every night. You can say I’m spoiled — I regularly sleep eight hours on any given night. However, the last few weeks there have been problems where I live and it has interrupted my sleep, which is why I felt compelled to write on this topic. Keep reading on to see why sleep is so important for your health, fitness, and general well-being.

Thirdly, you will make better diet choices. Statistically, when

humans are tired, we consume more calories. Feeling exhaustion or lethargic is when we reach for sugary, processed food to give us energy. Well rested individuals simply eat healthier, balanced meals. Sleep deprivation brings on bingeing and you tend to grab “feel good” food.

These are just three simple reasons you should get the recommended 6–8 hours of shut eye a night, but the list goes on and on. I NEVER want to feel the way I have been feeling the last few weeks, and don’t wish it upon you. This spring get adequate sleep to avoid an injury, look and feel your best, and make healthy diet choices. Sweet dreams!

xoxo MichelleFor more tips follow me on twitter: @michellebetts

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Doctors Craig and Elda Curphey practiced together in Canada and noticed a very high percentage of their patients had degrading physical conditions due to insufficient activity levels. In most cases, they recommended an increase in weight-bearing exercise as part of a rehabilitative approach.

However, only about 1 in 10 patients would actually join a fitness facility or

start an exercise program. Why? They gave 3 main reasons:

No time. Negative attitude towards exercise. Too expensive.  There were also an alarming number of women visiting their office over the age of 30 who were on osteoporosis medications such as hormone replacement therapy, or bisphosphonate drugs such as Actonel or Fosamax. Most were uninformed about the lower effectiveness and the highly worrisome side effects of these medications. Again, the Curpheys encouraged the women to perform weight-bearing exercise as a much more effective and safer alternative, but the same reasons were given for non-performance.

They wanted the convenience of pills, so even with the awareness of very dangerous side effects they chose to believe, “It can’t happen to me.” Women have had strokes and passed away while on these meds, so it does happen and it deeply affects the families involved. Studies conducted by Dr. Christine Snow at the University of Oregon conclude that weight-bearing exercise significantly increases an individual’s ability to prevent hip fractures and strengthen their bones preventing and even reversing osteoporosis. It also suggested that “wearing” external weight, such as a weighted vest, during the performance of normal everyday activities produces the same benefits as working out at the gym. There are major drawbacks with weighted vests, however, that make them undesirable for use every day. People would only consider

wearing an external weighted device if it was convenient and attractive so the idea of a vest was transformed into a weighted belt instead. During prototyping, patients reported loss of inches, increased energy and endurance, and those who had bone density scans done reported only increases. The most astonishing feedback however, was from chronic back pain patients reporting that their spine problems had simply gone away! Sounds too good to be true? Don’t be surprised — these results are simply what happens when you correct your posture and increase your activity.

Wear the Wellness Belt and begin enjoying all the benefits personally. That little change will not only change your life, it can SAVE your life!

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tart1 cup Kamut flour½ cup grated Parmesan1 tsp dried oregano1 tsp dried basil¼ cup olive oil¼ cup water salt and pepper

toPPinGs1 onion, thinly sliced1 Tbsp olive oil4 tomatoes, sliced1 bunch asparagus, trimmed grated asiago or parmesan cheese

tartPreheat oven to 400°, whisk together the flour, parmesan, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Add the oil and water, stir until

directionsPreheat oven to 425°Stir together 2 tsp flour and 1 tsp cinnamon, lightly toss with blueberries. Set aside. In a large bowl sift together flour and baking powder. With a pastry cutter, cut in butter until the size of small peas. In a measuring cup beat 2 eggs. Add enough milk to make ⅔ cup. Add honey

combined. Pat into a disk, wrap in plastics wrap and let rest for half an hour.

fillinGSauté onion in olive oil over medium heat until golden and caramelized, deglaze with water or balsamic vinegar.Lightly flour rolling pin and

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to liquid mixture. Lightly stir egg mixture and berries into the flour. Handle dough as little as possible. Divide dough into 2 parts, place on an oiled cookie sheet, and pat into 6” circles. Cut into 6 wedges, brush with milk and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake 15-20 minutes.

work surface. Roll out the crust and press into an 8” tart pan. Spread onions on crust, and place the tomatoes and asparagus on top. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle cheese on top. Bake 25 minutes or until tomatoes and asparagus are soft and pastry is golden.

4 whole wheat English muffins, toasted4 eggs4 slices Piller’s Simply Free Maple Sugar Smoked Ham4 - 2 oz cheddar cheese slices4 thin tomato slices

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Ham & Egg English Muffins

Toast English muffins. Heat large skillet sprayedwith vegetable oil. Add egg to skillet. Cover andon a medium low heat cook egg for 5 minutes orjust until set. Place egg on one side of Englishmuffin. Top with ham, sliced cheese, tomato sliceand other English muffin half.Serves 4

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3 cups spinach1 cup diced red bell pepper1 cup diced baby cucumber1 cup shredded carrot2 cups cherry tomatoes1 cup edamame beans6 slices Piller’s Simply Free Roasted Turkey Breast6 slices Piller’s Simply Free Shaved Roast Beef6 slices Piller’s Simply Free Smoked Honey Maple Ham½ cup dried cranberries½ cup sunflower seeds1 cup chickpeas1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Ham & Egg English Muffins

Toast English muffins. Heat large skillet sprayedwith vegetable oil. Add egg to skillet. Cover andon a medium low heat cook egg for 5 minutes orjust until set. Place egg on one side of Englishmuffin. Top with ham, sliced cheese, tomato sliceand other English muffin half.Serves 4

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3 cups spinach1 cup diced red bell pepper1 cup diced baby cucumber1 cup shredded carrot2 cups cherry tomatoes1 cup edamame beans6 slices Piller’s Simply Free Roasted Turkey Breast6 slices Piller’s Simply Free Shaved Roast Beef6 slices Piller’s Simply Free Smoked Honey Maple Ham½ cup dried cranberries½ cup sunflower seeds1 cup chickpeas1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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JarlsBerG french onion souPinGredients4 slices toast4 slices Jarlsberg8 medium white and/or yellow onions, chopped8 cups chicken stock4 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp thyme, chopped Salt and pepper

directions In a deep pot, sauté onions in butter over low heat for about 30 minutes until they are soft, golden brown and beginning to caramelize. Add chicken stock and thyme. Simmer for 15 more minutes. Season with salt and

pepper to taste. Ladle soup into 4 ovenproof soup bowls, top with toast and Jarlsberg slices. Broil in the oven for 10 minutes

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or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Serves 4

inGredients4 chicken breast4 slices Jarlsberg8 thin slices bacon1 bunch rocket salad Salt and pepper

directions Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper and add Jarlsberg and rocket salad. Wrap the bacon around the chicken breast, Jarlsberg and rocket salad and secure it with two-three wooden kebab sticks. Grill the chicken for approx. 4 minutes on each side. Leave it to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

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Pristine Gourmet’sBraised Potatoes

2 lbs. baby potatoes,

cleaned and trimmed

1 cup chicken or vegetable broth

1/2 cup Pristine Gourmet Cooking

Wine your choice of flavour

2 tbsp Pristine Gourmet

EV Soybean Oil

• Preheat oven to 350F degrees.

• In a small Dutch Oven or casserole dish

add all ingredients and cover.

• Bake for 45minutes to 1 hour.

• Remove cover and bake an additional 45

minutes or until the liquid has thickened.

• Serve.

PristineGourmet: Thehistory of this family farmbegan in

1910with the first of thePersall family, startingwith a small

mixed farmoperation of dairy andbeef cattle, pigs,

chickens, apple orchard, hay,mixedgrains and a large

vegetable garden.Over the years thePersall family farm

has stayedwithin the family anddeveloped into the diverse

and successful farmbusiness it has become today. •JASON AND LINDA PERSALL ONTHEIR FARM IN NORFOLK COUNTY.

For one Ontario farmer, Jason Persall, soybeans have been thestart of his success story. This fourth generation farmer fromWaterford, Ontario, started to produce and market a line of 100percent Canadian oils, wine vinegars, soya sauces and cookingwines under the ‘Pristine Gourmet’ brand in addition to growingcash crop corn, soybeans and wheat. “We’re just a small farmfamily that did something value-added a few years ago,” he claims.However, there’s no denying the success that has been achievedwith Pristine Gourmet.

As part of the farm business Jason began Persall Fine Foods Co.and now operates a modern, state of the art cold processing facilitydedicated to quality assurance from field to table, in addition to thevirgin gourmet oils, wine vinegars, edamame, soy flour,sunflower flour, canola meal and roasted seed products thathe produces. In the fall of 2007 Persall Fine Foods launchedits retail brand ‘Pristine Gourmet’. Pristine Gourmet is apremium quality, award winning, extra virgin oil that manytop chefs rave about.

For the past three years Persall Fine Foods has beenproviding top restaurants and chefs with these extra virgin,golden coloured oils. Pristine Gourmet has also won thePremier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation, been selected byToronto Life as one of the 100 Must-Try-Before-You-DieTastes of Toronto, and appeared in several media outlets.

Pristine Gourmet products can be purchased online atwww.pristinegourmet.com. Additionally many of hisproducts, including his locally grown and produced ExtraVirgin Cold Pressed Soybean oil can be found in fine diningestablements in Toronto and area. You can also find PristineGourmet products at Denninger’s in Burlington, Hamiltonand Oakville, and Zarky’s in Burlington.

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Pristine Gourmet’sBraised Potatoes

2 lbs. baby potatoes,

cleaned and trimmed

1 cup chicken or vegetable broth

1/2 cup Pristine Gourmet Cooking

Wine your choice of flavour

2 tbsp Pristine Gourmet

EV Soybean Oil

• Preheat oven to 350F degrees.

• In a small Dutch Oven or casserole dish

add all ingredients and cover.

• Bake for 45minutes to 1 hour.

• Remove cover and bake an additional 45

minutes or until the liquid has thickened.

• Serve.

PristineGourmet: Thehistory of this family farmbegan in

1910with the first of thePersall family, startingwith a small

mixed farmoperation of dairy andbeef cattle, pigs,

chickens, apple orchard, hay,mixedgrains and a large

vegetable garden.Over the years thePersall family farm

has stayedwithin the family anddeveloped into the diverse

and successful farmbusiness it has become today. •JASON AND LINDA PERSALL ONTHEIR FARM IN NORFOLK COUNTY.

For one Ontario farmer, Jason Persall, soybeans have been thestart of his success story. This fourth generation farmer fromWaterford, Ontario, started to produce and market a line of 100percent Canadian oils, wine vinegars, soya sauces and cookingwines under the ‘Pristine Gourmet’ brand in addition to growingcash crop corn, soybeans and wheat. “We’re just a small farmfamily that did something value-added a few years ago,” he claims.However, there’s no denying the success that has been achievedwith Pristine Gourmet.

As part of the farm business Jason began Persall Fine Foods Co.and now operates a modern, state of the art cold processing facilitydedicated to quality assurance from field to table, in addition to thevirgin gourmet oils, wine vinegars, edamame, soy flour,sunflower flour, canola meal and roasted seed products thathe produces. In the fall of 2007 Persall Fine Foods launchedits retail brand ‘Pristine Gourmet’. Pristine Gourmet is apremium quality, award winning, extra virgin oil that manytop chefs rave about.

For the past three years Persall Fine Foods has beenproviding top restaurants and chefs with these extra virgin,golden coloured oils. Pristine Gourmet has also won thePremier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation, been selected byToronto Life as one of the 100 Must-Try-Before-You-DieTastes of Toronto, and appeared in several media outlets.

Pristine Gourmet products can be purchased online atwww.pristinegourmet.com. Additionally many of hisproducts, including his locally grown and produced ExtraVirgin Cold Pressed Soybean oil can be found in fine diningestablements in Toronto and area. You can also find PristineGourmet products at Denninger’s in Burlington, Hamiltonand Oakville, and Zarky’s in Burlington.

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tommasi poggio al tufo vermentino 2011 (Tuscany)From the Maremma region of coastal Tuscany a very flavourful white at a great price. Straw coloured with a floral, peach and apple bouquet; medium-bodied with a touch of sweetness in mid-palate. **** (88). Food match: tuna tartar; blackened scallops. $12.95 • LCBO #272138

Masi Modello delle venezie bianco 2011 (Veneto)Usually we think red wine when we think Italy but the northern provinces make some nifty whites. This wine is a blend of 85% Pinot Grigio with 15% local varieties. Three months in oak has rounded out its ripe peach and grapefruit flavours. A good quaffing wine with lively acidity. **** (87). Food match: grilled fish; chicken. $10.95 • LCBO #564674

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bisol crede brut prosecco di valdobbiadene superiore (Veneto)This is my favourite Prosecco, much drier than the category. Crisp crab apple and pear nose with a nutty, minerally note. Lovely mouth feel with a lemon peel and cardamom finish. ***** (91). Food match: baperitif wine; seafood cocktail. $19.95 • Vintages #297242

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It’s hard to deny that Italy is best-known as one of the greatest wine regions in the world. Here’s a selection of some of my favourites.

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rocca delle Macìe chianti classico reserva 2008 (Tuscany) A maturing Chianti showing great form. Densely coloured with a nose of black cherries and plums. Medium to full-bodied with well extracted fruit flavours ending with a dark chocolate note. **** (88). Food match: pasta dishes; osso bucco. $21.95 • Vintages #930966

carpineto vino nobile de Montepulciano riserva 2006 (Tuscany) A real collectible but drinking well now. Dense purple-black in colour with a spicy, earthy nose of black cherries. Medium to full-bodied, dry and elegant, beautifully structured and firm on the finish. ***** (90). Food match: duck breast; truffled pasta dishes.$29.95 • Vintages #368910

ricossa antica casa Moscato d’asti 2011 (Piemonte) If you’re looking for something romantic, try this delicious straw-coloured wine with a nose of jasmine and honey; it’s medium-bodied, semi-sweet with a light spritz. It’s layered and hedonistic, like biting into a Muscat grape straight out of the fridge. ***** (90). Food match: fresh strawberries; angel food cake. $15.95 • Vintages #72272

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ciao Organic SangioveseLCBO #29090 • $11.95 This is a young, lively wine that is a great choice for every day meals. Made from 100% certified Organic grapes, Ciao Sangiovese is a great buy for the conscientious shopper. Flavours of ripe cherry, plum and strawberry fruits dominate the palate. A great match with Barbequed Salmon and Grilled Vegetables. Delicious!

ciao Pinot GrigioLCBO #669200 • $11.95Crisp and refreshing, this is an easy drinking wine. Aromas of citrus and yellow apple dance from the glass and translate perfectly on the palate with a honeyed finish. Fashioned in a 1L convenient, lightweight tetra pak, Ciao Pinot Grigio pairs well with Pasta Ail Olio or Pan-fried Filet of Sole with Lemon-Infused Orzo. Magnifico!

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giol Organic Pinot GrigioLCBO #285353 • $11.90 This Organic Pinot Grigio is produced in harmony with nature without any use of pesticides, artificial fertilizers and herbicides. Giol winegrowing practices create excellent organic wines and supports natural ecosystems. Best with fish dishes, seafood and light appetizers.Pale lemon colour; aromas of apple, pear and beeswax; dry, round and medium-bodied with medium acidity; flavours of peach, apricot, lemon and pear; medium length, citrusy finish.* Limited Time Offer: 4 Bonus Air Miles (from April 28 to May 25, 2013)

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hahn Monterey Pinot noirLCBO #226555 • $19.05 The Hahn Pinot Noir showcases all that is excep tional about Monterey County. Fresh raspberry and black cherry scents are intense and concentrated followed by decadent berry compote flavours with fragrant cardamom and clove undertones. This is a rich and vibrant wine whose purity of flavours are given dimen-sion by a light touch of toasty oak, supported by earthy tannins and classic cool-climate acidity. This versatile wine stands alone well, but would be a perfect partner to a variety of fish, poultry or pasta dishes.

hahn Monterey ChardonnayLCBO #234393 • $17.05Exotic notes of pineapple and coconut leads the aroma of Hahn Chardonnay with a distinct undercurrent of green apple. At first taste, a luscious blend of mango and cream unfold, while still maintaining a light feel on the palate. A clean finish leaves the slightest hint of sweet butter and vanilla. This medium-bodied wine has a creamy mouthfeel and firm acidity, making it a perfect partner for cream-based pasta dishes, poached salmon with mango chutney and holiday turkey.

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casal thaulero merlot Cabernet SauvignonLCBO #621953 • $7.25This well balanced Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon blend has lovely soft tannins and a long satisfying finish. It is a GREAT VALUE “Top 50 Value Wines from the LCBO”! Casal Thaulero also has a great value Sangiovese and a great value Pinot Grigio available at the LCBO. EXCELLENT value wine!* Limited Time Offer: 3 Bonus Air Miles (from March 31 to April 27, 2013)

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When you think of the origins of wine, many people think of Ancient Rome. Wine actually existed long before that in

ancient Italy. It is believed that Etruscans (Tuscans) and Greek settlers produced wine in Italy before the Romans expanded their territory and started their own vineyards in the 2nd century BC. However the Romans soon perfected wine-making into the artform that it is today. Italy is home to some of the oldest wine producing regions in the world and for generations Italian wine has been exported around the globe. The country has now overtaken France as the world’s largest wine producer. Grapes are grown in almost every region of the country and there are over 1,000,000 vineyards under cultivation, with more grape varietals than anywhere else — over 400. The most famous regions include Piedmont, Veneto, Tuscany, Abruzzo, and Sicily, with varieties including Pinot Grigio, Moscato, Montepulciano, Chianti, Sangiovese, Amarone, and Valpolicella. There is no shortage of home-grown wine drinking in the boot-shaped country — Italians are ranked 5th in the world for wine consumption by volume with 41 litres per year per capita. There could be many reasons behind this; the fact that it is so embedded into the fabric of the Italian culture, or maybe because Italians claim wine as there own; or simply because Italians enjoy wine with meals. And we must all agree that Italian cuisine is not the same without a glass of vino! For more about the wines of Italy, check out www.onthego.to — scroll to the wine tab and click on regions to find out more about each Italian variety. Once you start exploring Italian wines, you’ll be sure to discover something new, something you’ve never heard of before. Have a look and be inspired to try a glass of classico Italia — Old World wine at its best.

Italian WineTHE BEST OF THE OLD WORLD

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The ancient Greeks called Italy Oenotria, or land of vines. From the Alps to Sicily, Italy is still covered with vines to this day. With so many different regions growing and producing so many world-class wines — by way of either 2000 year-old tradition or modern European twist — anyone will be inspired by the country’s vast love affair with the nectar of the gods.

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blu giovello PinOT GRiGiOLCBO #580183 • $13.95 This delicious Pinot Grigio is elegant with crisp mineral flavours and a dry, zesty finish. It is easily recognizable in the beautiful blue bottle with the dragonfly on the label. Try it — you won’t be disappointed! Available in 2 size formats. Now available in screw-cap!

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extRA ZYtnIA vODKALCBO # 637371 • $24.45 gold medal vodka – MADe iN oNtARio!NuMBeR 5 BY NAMe, But SuRe to Be NuMBeR oNe iN YouR CoCktAil SHAkeR.Crafted from 100% Polish rye and distilled three times for a sublime combination of cool, complex, and creamy smoothness. The finest rye harvested and selected from the best Polish farmlands accounts for exceptional character and distinctive taste. This classic vodka reflects the experience of master distillers passed from generation to generation for over 500 years. Reminiscent of citrus, pine and anise. Dry. An impression of sweetness in noted in soft, rich texture. Bold, distinctive flavours are united by great structure. Deep, lingering finish.

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gold medal vodka – MADE IN ONTARIO!NuMBeR 5 BY NAMe, But SuRe to Be #1 iN YouR CoCktAil SHAkeR.

This outstanding local vodka just brought home the Gold Medal from the 2011 World Spirit Competition for its incredibly pure, smooth and pure taste. Tag No.5 is a stylish new premium Canadian vodka made

with sweet corn from the lush lands of Southern Ontario. Tag is not only quadruple distilled, but also charcoal filter-polished five times to

create a benchmark spirit that can be savoured neat or as the base to a sublime libation. Produced by Maverick Distillery in Oakville, Ontario,

TAG No.5 is gluten free.www.tagvodka.com

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is a local London company that is the largest hot air balloon company in North America. Flights take place every morning and every evening depending on the weather. Go to www.sundanceballoons.com for information.

June 14–16 is the Kids expo in Victoria Park. This is a wonderful family festival that children of all ages can enjoy. Victoria Park is the main park in the heart of downtown London that hosts many of these festivals & events.

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London’s major annual festival of course is the western Fair from September 6–15 at the Western Fairgrounds. For info go to www.westernfairdistrict.com.

Other great summer activities in the London area include many family attractions such as east Park which has 5-story high waterslides, driving range, batting cages, go karts, picnic area, bumper cars and mini putt. To learn more visit www.eastparkgolf.com. Take the young kids to Storybook Gardens celebrating its 55th year in Springbank Park. Find more info at www.storybook.london.ca.

For other summer information on London visit www.londontourism.ca.

June 21–23 we have the international Food Festival in Victoria Park that treats the visitor to a wonderful array

of delicious foods from around the world. Information can be found at www.canadasbiggestparty.com.

One of London’s largest events, td Sunfest will entertain over 150,000 people from around the region at Victoria Park from July 4–7. This is a multi-cultural festival that features song, dance, food and crafts from around the world. www.sunfest.on.ca.

Also in Victoria Park and celebrating their 40th Anniversary is home County Music & art Festival from July 19–21. This is a spectacular festival that takes the visitor back in time in Southwestern Ontario through the arts, heritage and music. Information can be found at www.homecounty.ca.

Like ribs? Well London hosts one of the biggest Rib Fests in the nation. The London rib Fest in Victoria Park will take place August 1–5. Thousands of visitors enjoy some of the finest ribs and sauces and at the finale there is a presentation to the best ribs. Go to www.canadasbiggestparty.com for info.

To close out summer, from August 30 – September 2 is Fall Fest in Victoria Park.

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april 20 – May 20: Much like Aries you will have problems arise in your personal life and your relationship. You can expect your love life to be challenged and tested to the maximum. The frustration may seem unbearable, but try to remain in control because there is always a bright side.

May 21 – june 21: It is time to take advantage of any career opportunities that arise during April. This is a positive month for you, and it is important that you make the most out of it. It is important that you do not allow your career to take precedence over your personal life.

june 22 – july 23: You can relax and put your feet up. You have nothing to prove at the moment so there is no need to worry. Do not let your guard down completely because there may be a time when your personal relationships become strained. Deal with it using a calm head when the time comes.

july 24 – august 23: Try to stay out of the spotlight for a while. Finish tasks with ease and purpose while remaining unnoticed. Your family and friends will enjoy your modesty and you will be rewarded for it in the end. Surround yourself with loved ones. Do not let others into your circle.

august 24 – september 22: If you learn to stay out of other’s arguments then you can finally have the emotional rest you’ve been seeking. To achieve this you may have to make amends with people you have hurt in the past. A fog will lift mid month and you will be able to think and act with a clear mind.

september 23 – october 22: April is a great time for you to reconsider your life purpose. Think about your dreams, and ambitions; maybe it is time for a change. Be on the lookout for others who will try to get one over on you. People will sense that you are vulnerable and try to take advantage of it.

october 23 – november 22: Contrasts are in store for you. It may become difficult for you to get anything done because your thoughts are so conflicting. Your love life may become a little awkward because you are withdrawn. Try not to lose your temper when a love one approaches you about this matter.

november 23 – december 20: It is important that you surround yourself with family and friends. It is a great time for you to make new friends, but do not forget about your old ones. Make the most of social gatherings, and watch your spirit soar! Don’t let other’s lack of responsibility bring you down.

december 21 – january 20: You will have more of a positive month. You will not have to worry about upsetting others. No more walking on eggshells for you! Feel free to express your opinions and do not worry as much about your actions. This is a fresh start for you so make the most out of it.

january 21 – february 19: Balance is what you should focus on achieving during the month of April. Try to decipher between the wants and needs of others, including your own as well. Make the most of opportunities at work and your co-workers will realize how much you have to offer.

february 20 – March 20: You will have a good month when it comes to romance and your career. It is important that you take the time to bring romance back into an existing relationship, or to put yourself out there if you are single. This will bring you a newfound confidence in all aspects of life.

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