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Thai Larb Recipe
We’re sticking with the Thai theme for one more week. Thai food just lends itself to summer eating. Think fresh, delicious and easy. This...

Pat Browne
Jul 16, 20212 min read
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Meet Safiya and her son Rayyan
Neighbours with long roots in the community Safiya has known Don Mills her entire life. One of the few that actually knew about the...

Pat Browne
Jul 12, 20213 min read
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Ultimate Beef Massaman Curry Recipe
https://www.kitchensanctuary.com/beef-massaman-curry/ Delicious rich, fall-apart, slow-cooked beef Massaman Curry in a spicy homemade...

Pat Browne
Jul 9, 20213 min read
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Meet Ozzy and Mickael
With a thirst for knowledge and a taste for adventure, Ozanay (Ozzy) Bulent made her way from the ancient city of Troy in Turkey to...

Pat Browne
Jul 5, 20213 min read
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Saskatoon Berry And Brie Stuffed Chicken Breast Over Orzo Spinach Salad
From the Chatelaine Kitchen, this recipe uses Saskatoon berries which are in bountiful supply right now around our neighbourhood. Sweet...

Pat Browne
Jul 2, 20212 min read
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Meet Aliyah, Latif and their daughters Saara and Hana
Some people talk the talk, but then there are those who do the walk. Meet Aliyah and Latif who have dedicated their lives to walking the...

Pat Browne
Jun 28, 20214 min read
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Curried Crab Salad Stuffed Avocado
Image from Fifteen Spatulas The first time I had this dish was at The Fish House in Vancouver in the 80s. It was amazing then and still...

Pat Browne
Jun 25, 20212 min read
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Are you ready to fly your flag? Today's the day.
People have been putting up their flags over the last couple of weeks and it's awesome to see. The following are just some of the flags...

Pat Browne
Jun 24, 20211 min read
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Hello Luxury
A light colour palette ensures the renovations to this house shine. The epitome of cool contemporary style, this home offers a...

Pat Browne
Jun 23, 20213 min read
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Meet Anthony Blake and his pup, Kobe
Now that is one loved dog. Anthony moved into our neighbourhood three years ago after taking time out of his life to be the principal...

Pat Browne
Jun 21, 20212 min read
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Saucy Shiraz Sheppard's Pie
This is a crowd pleaser that turns the humble Sheppard's Pie on its head. Originally from Chatelaine, this has become a family favourite....

Pat Browne
Jun 18, 20212 min read
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Stark contrast creates drama and alure
Stylish and practical, a two bedroom condo at the Savoy uses stark contrast to create drama and allure. When designing for a condo there...

Pat Browne
Jun 16, 20212 min read
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Meet the Suppiahs
Shruti, Raj and their children, Ishaan and Amara. I had the honour of being the first to welcome Raj and Shruti when they moved into the...

Pat Browne
Jun 14, 20213 min read
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The Rainbow Tunnel returns to glory
If you've walked in Moccasin Trail Park recently you would have noticed the destructive graffiti all over the entrance to the Rainbow...

Pat Browne
Jun 11, 20211 min read
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All white scheme emphasises space and light
Canadian designers love an all-white interior, but it takes skill and texture to ensure this style does not feel cold and sterile. Staged...

Pat Browne
Jun 9, 20213 min read
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Meet our newest neighbours Margarita Klerides and Daniel Di Filippo and baby Maria
They moved in at the beginning of April. Margarita and Daniel purchased their home on David Dunlap last fall but only moved in at the...

Pat Browne
Jun 7, 20212 min read
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Overnight oats
I keep getting asked for this super simple breakfast staple Ingredients ¼ c quick oats ½ c almond or oat milk (vanilla) 1 t vanilla...

Pat Browne
Jun 4, 20211 min read
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Repairing stairs for safety and appearance
Do you know: if stairs are deemed unsafe, Canada Post can stop delivery. These are only a few of the many steps that I saw in need of...

Pat Browne
Jun 2, 20213 min read
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Meet Lynn Thomas
Designer • Gardener • Nature lover Lynn Thomas was living in an old Rosedale building when she decided to look around for a newer home....

Pat Browne
May 31, 20213 min read
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Can our multi-level homes be made accessible?
Finding solutions for independence. A recent survey by March of Dimes Canada has found that 78% of Canadians want to age in place and...

Pat Browne
May 26, 20214 min read
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ANOTHER COMMUNITY PICNIC IN THE BOOKS.
Thank you to everyone who came out to the community picnic! It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and to spend time together as...
masonychiu
Sep 151 min read
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END OF SUMMER COMMUNITY PICNIC
As another summer draws to a close, it's once again the perfect opportunity to gather with neighbors old and new and catch up with...
masonychiu
Aug 261 min read
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