Pat Browne
Come one, come all ... It's time for our neighbourhood end of summer picnic
The signs have gone up. It's next Sunday, September 12, 12:00 to 4:00 pm. Drop in when you want to, bring a dish for the communal tasting...
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Pat Browne
Sep 6, 20212 min read
Pets make the neighbourhood complete
We are a neighbourhood of pets. These furry, loving, sometimes annoying, bundles of fun have been a lifesaver during Covid-lockdowns. Our...
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Pat Browne
Sep 3, 20211 min read
Fresh Niagara Peach Cobbler
It’s peach season in Ontario. Now is the time to enjoy this juicy fruit. This cobbler is loved by all. Use fresh Niagara peaches, of...
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Pat Browne
Sep 1, 20212 min read
An unusual shaped floor plan provides a surprizing amount of space.
We’ve said this before, all homes in this neighbourhood are different from one another. For this house, the pie-shaped design provides an...
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Pat Browne
Aug 30, 20212 min read
F45 was my game changer
Community • Encouragement • Challenge We’ve talked about community as one of the essentials for good mental health. But what does...
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Pat Browne
Aug 27, 20212 min read
Moroccan Chicken with Apricots and Lemons
by Lucy Parissi (https://www.supergoldenbakes.com/moroccan-chicken/) This vibrant Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Lemons is...
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Pat Browne
Aug 25, 20215 min read
Yes, you can move walls!
Our neighbourhood was originally designed over 25 years ago. Quite a statement, but what it means is that today’s styles will not...
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Pat Browne
Aug 23, 20213 min read
Meet Lyndsay Tessier, Elite Athlete and School Teacher
Edited from original story by Michael Doyle for irun.ca magazine (catch the full story at https://www.irun.ca/index.php/class-is-in-sessi...
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Pat Browne
Aug 20, 20211 min read
Special marinade for melt in your mouth Black Cod (Sablefish)
One of my oldest friends and the most talented artist I have met, Anne Carson (check out her jewellery designs at...
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Pat Browne
Aug 16, 20214 min read
Meet Don, Cheryl and their daughters Chloe and Emily
It was February 16th, in the middle of the second covid shut down, when an ambulance made its way into our neighbourhood. It wasn't for a...
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Pat Browne
Aug 13, 20211 min read
Greek Chicken Skewers
From the Chatelaine Kitchen, a quick and easy Greek-inspired marinade makes these chicken skewers irresistibly delicious. A...
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Pat Browne
Aug 10, 20211 min read
We're going to have a party
Sunday, September 12 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm The neighbourhood end-of-summer picnic in the park is back on. Plan for September 12, 2021...
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Pat Browne
Aug 9, 20214 min read
Meet Gina Patricio
A little bit of celebrity in the hood. Gina, a former political media and communication specialist, is a talent agent and owner of MGA...
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Pat Browne
Jul 30, 20212 min read
Grilled Marinated Flank Steak
From Cheryl Mitchell and Don Smith - Muskoka Summer Grill This Grilled Marinated Flank Steak is melt-in-your-mouth delicious! A marinade...
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Pat Browne
Jul 26, 20214 min read
Meet Diana and Sabin Munteanu, and their daughter Clara Elise
It’s a story that starts out as we often hear: parents moving to Canada, speaking little English, but through hard work, strong family...
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Pat Browne
Jul 23, 20212 min read
Cheesy Zucchini Focaccia Bake
Serve this egg casserole for a perfectly cheesy and satisfying meal at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Make this one-pan recipe up to 24...
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Pat Browne
Jul 19, 20212 min read
Meet Tessa and Abby Mintz (and Milo)
Meet Milo, the less camera shy member of the household Relatively new to the neighbourhood, Tessa and her daughter Abby rented their...
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Pat Browne
Jul 16, 20212 min read
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...
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Pat Browne
Jul 12, 20213 min read
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...
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Pat Browne
Jul 9, 20213 min read
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...
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masonychiu
Sep 171 min read
Amazing End-of-Summer Neighbourhood Party
Here few pics from the day. A bit of a windy day but that didn't stop the party :) Great to see everyone and to meet some new neighbours...
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masonychiu
Aug 211 min read
END OF SUMMER COMMUNITY PICNIC
As summer comes to a close, it's once more the perfect time to get together with new neighbors and socialize with your friends. Once...
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