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E X Q U I S I T E S T Y L E • I N T E R I O R S • T R A V E L • C U I S I N EVol. 7 • Issue 4 • Winter 2013

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Host a holiday party your friends and

family won't soon forget with tips from

lifestyle blogger Leanne Kinsmen.

From the top of Grouse Mountain to

the charming streets of Victoria, our

picks for best Christmas destinations.

Tips for taking much-needed time for

yourself before the seasonal stress

gets to be too much.

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South Langley's Vista D'Oro Farm and

Marketplace welcomes us to their

dinner table with a festive feast.

The Surrey Christmas Bureau

embraces the true holiday spirit by

lending a hand to families in need.

Need some inspiration for what to

put under the tree? Our gift guide

offers plenty of unique ideas.

In this business, we often fi nd ourselves working way ahead of the eight ball, sometimes months in advance of seasons,

events and holidays. Planning a summer issue during the typical

torrential rains of April, scoping out cozy fall fashions while dressed in fl ip fl ops and a summer dress – it's all par for the course around here.

It can be a bit confusing, to say the least. When it comes time to brainstorm ideas for

our holiday issue of Indulge, it's not uncommon for the calendar to still read September.

As someone who has always enjoyed this season, being thrust into the world of Christmas decor and festive recipes weeks before Halloween has, to be honest, put a bit of a damper on my holiday spirit.

It's not that I don't enjoy immersing myself in all things merry and bright, but when you have to keep it up for more than three months, it can get to be a little much.

However, the opportunity to meet people like Shelley Grant – a single mom-of-three who shares her struggles this time of year, and how the Surrey Christmas Bureau has changed her life – instantly puts my holiday grumbling into perspective.

If being able to share the inspirational story

of the generosity of strangers – and the strength of those who seek help – means I endure an extra month and a half of seasonal splendor, so be it.

In addition to our story on the Christmas Bureau, this

issue of Indulge has plenty of festive fun. We visit Vista D'Oro Farms and Winery,

where owners Patrick and Lee Murphy have prepared a mouth-watering meal to share.

Beautiful Historic Stewart Farm House sets the stage for our fashion this issue, featuring exquisite dresses sure to turn heads this holiday season.

Our gift-giving guide provides inspiration for those looking for that perfect present for under the tree, no matter what your budget.

Wine columnist John Schreiner breaks down the dos and don'ts of wine gifting.

And we offer pages of tips for all things festive – including how to host an amazing holiday party, where to go to fi nd a Christmas wonderland and how to take some time for yourself before the stress of the season does too much damage.

Here's to a safe and happy holiday season to all our readers – see you in the New Year!

From the editor Melissa Smalley

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Vista D'oro Farms helps get you out of the kitchen and into the fun


Who wouldn’t like to turn

Murphy’s Law on its head

for the holidays? Even Mrs.

Claus could use that kind

of a hand in the kitchen.

After all, in a world in which “anything that

can go well, will go well,” holiday hosting

would become a far more entertaining

proposition.

Fortunately, Patrick and Lee Murphy of Vista

D’oro Farms and Winery, tucked away on 10

acres in South Langley, are eminently able to

bring an assist to the table.

Their topsy-turvy take on

Murphy’s Law aside, who better

to turn to than one of the last

houses on Santa’s least known

list? This year’s Apple, Scotch

and Bacon preserve and Craft

Beer Jam were made upon

special client request, and Mrs.

Claus has doubled her order of

Spiced Cranberry and Icewine

preserve.

(Little known, but entirely commonsensical,

the ever-jolly one actually carries three lists,

the third being a shopping list which requires

an empty sleigh for the return trip.) Vista

D’oro’s fl agship fortifi ed walnut wine, along

with their Fig and Walnut Wine preserve has

been mainstays of the North Pole cheese plate

for some time.

Fortunately, as when entertaining, the

Murphys have made enough for everyone.

Just 45 minutes south of Vancouver, for over

a decade Vista D’oro has been entertaining

guests from the world over, all drawn by a

culinary agritourism destination as renowned

for its good spirit as its pantry and sheer

beauty of location.

Aptly named for the twin peaks of the

Golden Ears mountains in the near distance,

Vista d’Oro’s view from the Campbell Valley

changes its graces only with the season. As

a sub-region of the Fraser Valley, it gets a bit

more sun and a touch less rain. Come the fi rst

blanketing of snow, Vista D’oro Farms looks

every inch the postcard setting for the perfect

Christmas dinner – and it is.

Rule number one for bringing peace on

Earth into the kitchen? When it comes to the

main event, keep it simple and enjoy your

company.

“We do Christmas dinner here every year and

everyone wants their traditional favourites.

My dad needs his canned cranberry sauce.

Christmas isn’t the day to try and push the

envelope in the kitchen,” says Lee with a grin.

Her grandmother’s stuffi ng recipe of butter,

onion, celery, wine, bread and poultry

seasoning has set the standard for generations.

Somewhat less traditional is the fact that two

smaller turkeys are taken to table. The dark

meat became so popular, the single big bird

simply no longer suffi ced.

“You certainly don’t have to make everything

yourself. My aunt makes her mashed potatoes.

My mom and dad do all the vegetables, and

I do up some modern brussels sprouts with

bacon.”

The fond familiarity of the annual family

feast aside, Lee and Patrick

Murphy are far better known

for their Feast of Fields

hosting and preserves than

their reserve in matters

culinary.

What began with selling

jams at market in 2002

and planting fi ve acres of

Schoenberger, Foche, Ortega,

Pinot Gris and Siegerrebe

grapes a few years later has

evolved into a well-rounded and thoroughly

tasteful destination for food and wine lovers

year-round.

With the Farmgate Shop and Market moved

and merged with the winery tasting room on

the other side of the farm, Lee’s production

kitchen now hums away in the main barn with

Patrick’s wine works next door and a cooking

class kitchen and storage atop. The Vista

D'Oro Farmgate Shop & Tasting Room bustles

Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. until

5 p.m.

The tranquil view belies the fact that Vista

D’oro’s mainstays have never been busier –

which is not to say Lee and Patrick don’t take

time to enjoy the festivities with friends and

family alike.

After all, it is a love of good food, drink

and people that has propelled them in their

endeavours from the start.

Especially during the holidays, though, Lee’s

key to entertaining is fi rst and foremost simple

– pick a menu you can do, plan ahead and

plan to have fun.

“I don’t do dinner parties. I do cocktail

parties. I do it because I want to be out there

with my company,” says Lee. “Think like a

caterer and everybody has a great time – host

included. By all means get creative, but get

organized too. Even a little attention to 'mise

en place' is a big thing.

"You just need to remember that a lot can be

done ahead of time and that the guests aren’t

coming for the food. They’re coming for you.”

For this issue of Indulge, Lee has created a

menu that makes working such wonders easy,

drawing upon her personal pantry of preserves

and the spirit of playful good taste that fuels

everything the Murphys do.

Whether you’re looking for the ultimate

epicurean stocking stuffers or to add some

inspiration to your pantry, Vista D’oro offers a

creative cornucopia year-round – though their

preserves change with the season.

That said, Fall’s Caramel Apple with Dark

Rum preserve sounds delicious well into the

New Year.

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Walnut & Blue Cheese Crackers with Figs & Walnut Wine Preserve

Here is a simple little bite to start the night that pairs perfectly with Prosecco. These savoury shortbread-like crackers, topped with Vista D’oro’s most popular preserve, can be prepped well ahead and are always popular come the busy holidays.

1 cup walnuts, toasted, fi nely ground1 cup fl our2 Tbsp. coarse ground black pepper6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cold7 Tbsp. soft blue cheese, crumbled2 Tbsp. fl aked sea salt (Maldon)1 jar Vista D’oro Figs and Walnut Wine preserve

To do ahead: Whisk together the ground walnuts, fl our and pepper. Cut in the cold butter, or use a cheese grater. Add in the blue cheese and mix until it forms a dough. Shape into a log about two inches thick, wrap in parchment and either refrigerate or freeze until needed.

To bake crackers: Preheat oven to 325 F. Slice logs into ¼ inch slices and place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt and bake until slightly browned about 20-30 minutes. Transfer to rack to cool. These keep well in an airtight container.

Serve topped with Vista D’oro Figs & Walnut Wine preserve.

Spiced Lamb Balls with Green Tomato & Garam Masala Preserve

Warning: these Indian-spiced little bites pack a punch and will warm any winter belly. Served with our Greem Tomato & Garam Masala preserve, they are also highly addictive.

1 lb. ground lamb1 lb. ground pork2 eggs, lightly whisked1 cup bread crumbs2 jalapenos, fi nely chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 cup cilantro, chopped2 Tbsp. Garam Masala1 Tbsp. ground ginger2 tsp salt1 tsp cayenne pepper1 jar Vista D’oro Green Tomato & Garam Masala preserves

Heat oven to 350 F. Combine and gently mix all ingredients well to fully incorporate. Form into small one bite balls. Over medium-high heat, pan sear lamb-balls until evenly browned; transfer to baking dish or sheet pan and fi nish in oven for 15 minutes or until cooked through.

Serve with Vista D’oro Green Tomato & Garam Masala Preserves.


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Pizza and jam – who knew? We certainly had no idea until Mary McKay and I discovered it at the Feast of Fields – she was making pizza and I was making fancy peanut butter and jam sandwiches. Pizzam! It happened, and has been a go-to gourmet bite since.

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1 jar Vista D’oro Green Walnut & Grappa Preserve250 g truffl e salami, sliced1 cup gruyere cheese, grated1 cup frisee, lightly dressed w/ white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper2 Tbsp. truffl e oil (optional)

Season and heat grill pan over medium-high heat; you can also do these in the oven at 425 F. Divide pizza dough into small rounds and roll out on lightly fl oured surface.

Grill one side of each pizzam until golden; remove from grill and top grilled side with preserves, salami and cheese.

Return to grill – ungrilled side down. Grill until cheese is melted, remove, top with dressed frisee and drizzle with truffl e oil if desired – and Pizzam!

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and spiced version brings it back in fashion.

2 bottles Murphy’s Law Red Wine 1 bottle D’oro (fortifi ed walnut wine)2 oranges, zest and juice2 cinnamon sticks1 vanilla bean, scraped10 whole star anise2 Tbsp. whole green cardamom

1 Tbsp. whole pink peppercorns

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The kindness of strangers

by Melissa Smalley photos by Boaz Joseph and Evan Seal

The Surrey Christmas Bureau is

gearing up for a busy season of

helping families in need

No matter how much we talk about the meaning of

Christmas being a mixture of family, faith and celebration,

for most children, it wouldn't be Christmas without the

presents.

Yet there are families not far from you whose year-round struggles

to make ends meet are compounded as the holiday season nears, and

efforts to provide a little holiday happiness seem futile.

For single mother-of-three Shelley Grant,

those diffi culties are all too familiar.

It's a tough topic to discuss for the

32-year-old, who lives in Surrey with

daughter Kayleigh, 12, and sons Jayven, 6,

and Malakai, 18 months.

As a stay-at-home mom, Grant fi nds

creative ways to get by each month – she

has recently taken up ‘coupon clipping’ in

an effort to garner savings on her shopping

bills – but admits that the holiday season

often comes with a sense of burden more so

than a sense of good cheer.

That is, until a few years ago, when Grant

found the courage to ask for help – something she knows is diffi cult for

others in her shoes.

A client of the Surrey Christmas Bureau, her family receives presents,

gift cards, diapers, formula and food vouchers from generous donors

across the city at a time when they need it the most, easing the stress

of the holiday season and providing her kids with a fun, memorable

Christmas morning. Grant hopes that by sharing her family's

appreciation publicly, it will encourage others – both those who need

help and those who can offer it – to get involved.

The impact the bureau has had on her family, Grant says, is

indescribable.

“It’s hard to explain,” she tells Indulge, as tears well up in her eyes.

“The generosity of people is amazing. There are so many things that my

kids have got that I would never have been able to get them.”

Having used the Christmas Bureau’s services for fi ve years off and on,

Grant recalls that, at fi rst, it was not easy accepting help from strangers.

“I have a hard time asking for help, so at

fi rst I was really uncomfortable,” she says,

encouraging others in her situation to visit

the bureau.

“The fi rst year we had a sponsor, and

meeting them… the emotions…,” Grant

trails off.

“I just remember her bawling,” Kayleigh

chimes in with a giggle.

• • •

The Grants are among hundreds

of families helped each year by the

Surrey Christmas Bureau, according to

co-ordinator K.C. Gilroy.

Last holiday season, the bureau registered approximately 1,700

families, which translates to roughly 5,000 children in Surrey.

Another 200 or 300 families are referred to other agencies, such as the

Langley Christmas Bureau or Deltassist support society (see sidebar),

depending on where they live.

The high number of those who use the bureau speaks to how

widespread the need is throughout the community, but also to the vast

generosity of those willing to lend a hand, as no one who registers with

the bureau goes home empty-handed.

Surrey Christmas Bureau co-ordinator K.C. Gilroy


The history of lending a hand dates back far

beyond the Surrey Christmas Bureau’s offi cial

formation as a society in 1999.

“There’s always been Christmas assistance

of some kind in this community,” Gilroy says,

noting that churches often took the reins

throughout the fi rst several decades of the

20th century, followed by Surrey Community

Services and the food bank in more recent

years.

In its modern-day format, the bureau sets up

shop in early November – this year located at

10636 King George Blvd., in the old Buy Rite

Foods building – where dozens of volunteers

get to work registering applicants.

In order to qualify for help, families must

live within the boundaries of Surrey, must

have a child age 18 or younger and must be

low-income – as determined by the national

poverty line.

Of the 1,700 or so families that register,

around 600 are placed into the adopt-a-

family program, where they’re matched with

donors from the community. Donors make

contact with their adoptive families to fi nd out

the ages, interests and any particular ‘wish-

list’ items the children might have, then set

up a day and time to deliver all the goodies

– including food items and gift cards for

Christmas dinner.

Those who aren’t matched with donors

have the opportunity to return and browse

the large selection of donated toys and gift

cards, as well as an extensive used-items

department.

“It takes up a lot of room,” Gilroy said of

the ever-popular used section. “But people

go through it and they get household items,

warm clothing, boots, inline skates. It’s a

great reduce, reuse and recycle operation.”

Although things wrap up at the bureau

by Dec. 21, Gilroy makes a point of being

at the bureau on Christmas Eve, in case

someone happens to come by looking for

last-minute help.

A few years ago she was visited by a parole

offi cer the night before Christmas, wondering

if they’d be able to help a woman who was

just released from custody.

“It was the fi rst time she had her kids for

Christmas, and she had just been released,”

Gilroy explains, noting they were able to set

the woman up with a number of essential

items. “That’s why I hang around on

Christmas Eve.”

• • •

It takes a huge network of dedicated

volunteers and donors to ensure the Christmas

season runs smoothly at the bureau and for

those who seek its help.

With 127 active volunteers – performing

duties ranging from registration, stocking

and shopping to pickup and deliveries – the

bureau also receives a helping hand from a

range of community organizations, including

schools, sports teams and businesses.

“It’s amazing the diversity of people that

help us out,” Gilroy says.

But each year, as the number of families

seeking assistance grows, so does the need for

help. The biggest demand is for those willing

to sponsor a family – it could be a business,

a family or a group of friends wanting to give

back this holiday season.

If you can’t sponsor a family, simply taking

up a collection at your workplace and then

going on a shopping spree for toys to donate

is another great way to help.

“Items for teens are always tough for us –

things like Eagles tickets, hockey sticks or

cosmetics,” Gilroy said. “Even though they’re

a bit older, they still want to be a part of

Christmas.”

If you have a truck and are willing to

volunteer some time, drivers are also an

integral part of the bureau’s operations.

Becoming involved with the bureau is not

only a great way to help long-term Surrey

families, such as the Grants, but also those

who have arrived in the community from war-

torn regions across the world, seeking a safer

life for their families.

“I always say you can judge the global strife

by who’s in line at the Surrey bureau,” Gilroy

says, noting that last year they saw an infl ux of

Syrian families seeking help.

You can judge the global strife by who's in line at the Surrey bureau...

continuedChristmas Bureau client Shelley Grant and her children, Kayleigh, Jayven and Malakai


“The really moving thing for me is when a

family will come in and bring some toys or a

cheque and say, ‘six years ago, when we fi rst

came here, the Christmas bureau helped us,’”

she says. “It makes me love Canada that much

more, and love living here.”

• • •

The opportunity to give back to an

organization that has provided so much is

something Grant says she hopes for one day,

too. Without the bureau’s help, she says, she

doesn’t know what her family would do this

time of year.

“It’s just such an amazing organization, it

lifts your spirits at a time when you really need

it the most. I hope that one day, I’ll be able to

help other people out.”

As the countdown to Christmas morning gets

underway in the Grant household, the children

are busy deciding what to ask Santa for this

year. Grant, on the other hand, is counting her

blessings, and sending a message to all those

involved in the Surrey Christmas Bureau.

“Thank you, so much, on behalf of so

many people. You’ve helped to make such a

difference. Thank you.”

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Other ways to lend a hand... • Langley Christmas Bureau – Made up of more than 100 volunteers, the Langley bureau is seeking volunteers, toy and monetary donations and those willing to sponsor a family. This year, the bureau is located at 20560 Fraser Hwy. To fi nd out more, call 604-530-3001 or visit www.langleychristmasbureau.com

• Deltassist – each Christmas, this Delta-based organization distributes hundreds of hampers and thousands of toys to those in need. Those wanting to help can fi ll up a stocking, donate food for hampers or toys for youngsters, sponsor a family, display an Angel Tree at their place of work or host a toy drive for teens. For more info, call 604-594-3455 or visit www.deltassist.com

• Cloverdale Christmas Hamper Program – this outreach program helps those in need by providing hampers with food and gifts, donated by those around the Cloverdale community. Organizers are seeking donations of non-perishable food, toys, gift cards and toiletries, as well as monetary donations. Email [email protected] or call 604-574-4001 ext. 107 to fi nd out more.

• Food Banks – Though donations are needed year-round, the holiday season is especially important for local food banks. Donate non-perishable food items, money or time to help keep residents from going hungry. Sources White Rock/South Surrey Food Bank, 2343 156 St., Surrey Surrey Food Bank, 10732 City Parkway, Surrey South Delta Food Bank, 5545 Ladner Trunk Rd., Delta Langley Food Bank, 5768 203 St., Langley


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buffet or cocktail-and-appetizer party is a

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like to invite, consider an open house-style

event, where guests are welcome to come and

go at various times throughout the afternoon

or evening.

Next, you'll want to plan the food and drink

menu. According to Kinsmen, opting for food

items you can prepare well-

ahead of time will help ease

the burden on the day of

your gathering.

"I always plan to do as

much as I can ahead of time,

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everything for the day of the

party," she said. "That way,

you have a chance to enjoy

the party yourself."

The festive season is a

good excuse to pop open

some bubbly, which is why

Kinsmen recommends a self-

serve champagne bar.

Include a few champagne

options, plus orange juice

with orange slices and

strawberry puree with sliced-up strawberries,

so guests can put together a fruity drink of

their choice.

For party favours, Kinsemen recommends

wrapping up a special bottle of bubbly with

a personalized note attached, as a way for

guests to celebrate the end of the holiday

season and the new year that's to come.

If you're hosting a more family-friendly get-

together, Kinsmen suggests a delicious hot

cocoa bar, with a large carafe of hot water,

cocoa mix, marshmallows, peppermint,

sprinkles and caramel and chocolate drizzle.

For the personalized touch, special notes

can be attached to each mug with a festive

holiday message.

You'll want to enhance the Christmas spirit

around your home with festive music and

decor – but even simple touches can make a

big impact.

For Kinsmen's celebrations, she has opted

for a decor style she describes as "Rustic

Elegance."

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Especially at a party where

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If you're looking for some new, tasty

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Spinach Baguette BowlsIngredients:

2 baguettes1 pint cherry tomatoeschives (for garnish)1 package vegetable dry soup mix2 cups sour cream1 cup mayonnaise 1 package (300 g.) frozen chopped spinach, cooked, cooled and squeezed dry1 can (227 mL) water chestnuts, drained and chopped3 green onions, chopped

Instructions:

First, cook and cool the spinach by following directions on package

In a medium bowl, simply combine vegetable soup mix, sour cream, mayonnaise, cooked and drained spinach, water chestnuts and green onions. Mix until well combined and then place in fridge to chill for two hours.

Cut your baguette on an angle and hollow the center, being sure to leave enough bread at the bottom to hold dip.

Place approximately 1 Tbsp. of dip into each baguette slice.

Cut cherry tomatoes in half and garnish with chives.

(Makes approximately 25 servings)

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Pear Gorgonzola Crostini with Honey Pecan DrizzleIngredients:

125g of Gorgonzola cheese1 baguette2 bartlett, or packham pears3 Tbsp. of chopped pecanshoney

Instructions:

Slice baguette and lightly grill/toast (be careful not to toast too much or they will become too tough) you can do this in a pan, in the oven, or on a panini press (I use the panini press).

Grill pear on a lightly oiled griddle till it starts to soften.

Once baguette is lightly toasted and pears have been grilled, place two thin slices of gorgonzola and two slices of pear per baguette round. Place on platter, sprinkle with chopped pecans and drizzle with honey.

(Makes Approx 20 servings)

Rosemary Antipasto WreathUsing rosemary as a bed and by forming it

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10 - 12 sprigs of rosemaryolivesgrape tomatoesbocconcini cheeseherb sausageblackberriesInstructions:

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Filet Mignon Bites with Balsamic ReductionIngredients:

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by Melissa Smalley

W ith all the hustle and bustle that comes with the hectic

holiday season, sometimes it can be diffi cult to enjoy the

true magic of Christmas.

There's so much more to the festive season than presents and holiday

parties. Although gift giving and celebrating are enjoyable, seeing

Christmas through a child's eyes – and

remembering the sense of enchantment

brought on by Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph

and of course the big man in red himself –

can incite a certain kind of holiday spirit we

often leave behind with our childhood.

Of course, it can be tough to summon these

nostalgic feelings without a little inspiration

– luckily, the Christmas magic is closer than

you think, if you know where to look for it.

Grouse MountainA short gondola ride to the top of this

North Shore mountain takes you to a true

winter wonderland, known this time of year

as 'The Peak of Christmas.'

Starting Nov. 23, the annual holiday festivities feature dozens of family-

friendly activities, including sleigh rides, an outdoor ice-skating rink,

Santa's workshop, a gingerbread village, Christmas carolers and more.

This year the mountain is featuring a "Snowman" theme, and

guests can take photos of themselves as a snow man, create snowman

ornaments or get snowman tattoos in the Peak Chalet and enjoy

snowman-themed shows at the Theatre in the Sky.

Santa will be on hand daily in his workshop from Dec. 13 to 23, and

will be hosting a deliciously jolly breakfast

each morning from Dec. 14 to Christmas Eve.

A special family ticket rate – valid for two

adults and two children/youth up to 18 years

of age – is available for $79.95.

Call 604-980-9311 or visit www.

grousemountain.com for more info.

Vancouver Christmas Market This fourth-annual Christmas event, which

takes place in downtown Vancouver in front of

the Queen Elizabeth Theatre (650 Hamilton

St.) celebrates a centuries-old German

tradition.

For more than 700 years, some 2,500

Christmas Markets throughout Germany light up through the holiday

season with food and drink, songs and celebrations, attracting millions

of visitors each year.

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atmosphere, providing a place for visitors to

mix and mingle, stroll through towns of little

wooden huts decorated in pine branches and

strings of lights, and offering delicious food and

drink and a unique selection of Christmas gifts.

From traditional German Bratwurst, suckling

pig and Swiss Raclette to Christmas cookies,

Lebkuchen, roasted chestnuts, baked apples

and spiced cake, you'll defi nitely want to bring

your appetite to this outdoor market.

Beverages include the traditional German

Christmas drink known as Feuerzangenbowle,

as well as hot spiced red wine and a selection

of German beers.

Much of the merchandise available to

purchase is hand-crafted, including authentic

wood carvings, knitted clothes and scarves,

tin toys, stain glass, nutcracker fi gurines and

advent wreaths.

A special Kids' Market includes a Christmas

carousel, gingerbread mascots Holly and

Jolly, candle decorating, a scavenger hunt, and

gingerbread decorating activities.

The Vancouver Christmas Market runs from

Nov. 22 to Dec. 23, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.,

and Dec. 24 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

To fi nd out more visit www.

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Fort Langley Heritage HolidaysEnjoy a festive trip back in time at the Fort

Langley National Historic Site, which hosts

Christmas festivities of yesteryear, dating back

to the mid-1800s.

Learn about what the Yuletide brought for

fur traders, voyageurs and First Nations in the

days of the Hudson's Bay Company.

Festivities run from Dec. 21 to Jan. 5

(excluding Dec. 25 & 26) from 10 a.m. to 5

p.m. at 23433 Mavis St., Langley, and include

holiday-themed arts and crafts, heritage

hot chocolate, cookie decorating, historic

demonstrations and more.

To fi nd out more, visit www.pc.gc.ca

Burnaby Village Museum For more ways to celebrate the historic

side of the holidays, visit Burnaby Village

Museum's annual Heritage Christmas event.

The village is illuminated throughout the

season with a spectacular display of lights, and

features a gigantic, multi-coloured Christmas

Tree, eco-sculptures and sound-activated light

displays. Stroll through the village streets

and enjoy the traditional sights and sounds

of Christmases past. Kids can enjoy crafts

and scavenger hunts for children, holiday

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from the farmhouse every Sunday.

Of course, a trip to the Burnaby Village

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on the vintage carousel. The restored carousel

was constructed in 1912 by Charles Wallace

Parker, known as 'America's Carnival King,'

and made its way to Vancouver in 1936. In

1989, the Burnaby Village Museum took

ownership of the carousel, and it was rebuilt

as a massive project between the provincial

government, the city of Burnaby and a

community organization called Friends of the

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There are plenty of beautiful, historic places to stay in

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One of the most popular holiday destinations in the Victoria

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from Dec. 1 through Jan. 6.

The elaborately landscaped, world-renowned gardens are

adorned with thousands of twinkling Christmas lights. Carollers

serenade visitors, who can enjoy a skate around the outdoor rink,

available during admission hours, and then warm up with some

hot chocolate at the coffee shop.

In the Children's Pavilion is the Rose Carousel, featuring 30

animals hand-crafted from basswood.

For a more historic experience, visit Craigdarroch Castle, a

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residence for wealthy coal baron Robert Dunsmuir.

At Christmastime, the castle is elaborately decorated and special

holiday tours take place throughout the month of December.

If you're looking for something on the spookier side, the Ghosts

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December around Downtown Victoria and explores tales of the

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There are also plenty of horse-drawn carriage sightseeing tours

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W hile the holiday season may be the most wonderful

time of the year for many, it is typically the most

stressful.

There’s the added wallet-draining expenses, pressure

to buy that ‘perfect’ gift, entertaining and festive decorating – now

even more overwhelming thanks to Pinterest – to fret about it.

Rather than risk burning out and becoming a ‘Grinch’ before the

fun and festivities even begin, one may want to consider springing

for a gift of their very own. Come on, you know you deserve it.

For those who’d rather not deck the halls in a room with padded

walls, consider any one of these stress busters an investment in your

sanity this season.

Sail awayWouldn’t you just love to escape the holiday hustle and bustle –

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quick ferry ride away, Tigh-Na-Mara offers the perfect mini-vacay to

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Rathtrevor Beach and a unique spa concept to help you relax and

rejuvenate.

The 20,000-square-foot Grotto Spa – voted number one in

Western Canada – is home to a host of signature treatments,

including: body wraps, massages, manicures, pedicures and facials –

many with a focus on natural West Coast ingredients.

You’ll be feeling as jolly as Old Saint Nick after a dip in the

detoxifying mineral pool, which has been designed to emulate a

natural-stone grotto. Afterwards, relaxation lounges await for fi reside

tranquility and endless tapas dining at the Treetop Tapas & Grill

restaurant. For information about holiday packages, visit www.

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Go walking in a winter wonderlandExercise is one of the most effective ways to kick stress to the curb

– and no, a lap around the mall isn’t going to cut it.

While you could hit the gym, perhaps it’s time to give yourself the

gift of a new fi tness experience this winter. If you can walk, you’ll

have no problem snowshoeing. Dubbed the fastest-growing outdoor

winter activity, snowshoeing is an affordable way to stay active and a

great way to soak up B.C.’s breathtaking winter landscapes.

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Unless there’s a sudden blizzard – unlikely

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this popular winter sport a try. The mountain

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you’re at the North Pole. And with four

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Say OmThe weather outside may be frightful, but

doesn’t a little hot yoga sound rather delightful?

Popularized in the early '70s, Bikram Yoga is

an effective way to melt all your holiday stress

away – quite literally.

Participants bend it like Beckham in a room

that’s been heated to 105 degrees Fahrenheit,

which is proven to provide deeper stretching

capabilities. In addition to stress relief, benefi ts

include: injury prevention, tension relief – it’s

also said to stimulate health to your organs,

joints and muscles.

Having trouble staying focused on your big

holiday ‘to-do’ list? Hot yoga is also known to

improve clarity and concentration. Those deep-

breathing techniques will sure come in handy

when you fi nd yourself vacuuming Christmas

tree pine needles for the umpteenth time.

Where does one fi nd hot yoga you ask?

Bikram Yoga White Rock has a stunning studio

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You’ll also leave feeling and looking like

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Put your best face forwardThe holiday season is a popular time for

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in the front of the fl ashbulbs and say ‘cheese’?

If the notion of having your picture taken

is causing you to break out in hives, a trip to

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While it’s easy to get caught up in the spirit of giving, don’t forget to take care of numero uno.

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• Pick and choose your activities wisely. Just because you were invited to your neighbour's sister's friend's party, doesn't mean you have to attend. If you spread your social calendar too thin this time of year, you won't have time for the essentials.

• Start planning for things as early as possible. Especially when it comes to shopping – whether for gifts or for party hosting supplies – the more you can get out of the way early, the better.

• Don't be afraid to ask for help. Get your signifi cant other to take on a task or two, or have a friend or relative take the kids for an afternoon. A little help can go a long way.

• Do something each day that's just for you. A relaxing bubble bath, an hour on the couch with a book – it won't make or break your holiday schedule but it will certainly help your sanity.

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might take him a

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This is a strategy I

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Bartier Bros.’ The Goal 2011, a Merlot blend, is a

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with Angus The Bull,

Menzies The Cigar,

Killibinbin Scaredy

Cat, Favourite Son or

Vinaceous Raconteur.

Not edgy enough?

How about R Wines

Bitch, an $18 Grenache

listed in more than 60

provincial liquor stores.

For your hunting friends, how about Ladies

Who Shoot Their Lunch, a $40 Shiraz from

Australia, or Saxenburg Guinea Fowl, a $19 red

blend from South Africa.

The choices for pet lovers range from Chile’s

Gato Negro wines (black cat) to any of the fi ve

wines from the Okanagan’s See Ya Later Ranch

that are named for dogs actually buried at the

winery: Ping, Nellie, Hunny, Jimmy My Pal

and Rover. The back label usually explains the

stories of these pets.

For agriculturists, I recommend Goats do

Roam Red, a remarkable $16 wine from South

Africa’s Fairview Winery, listed in about 100

liquor stores. The label, of course, is a pun

on Côtes du Rhône. I fi rst bought the wine a

decade ago at a grocery store in London simply

on the label. Unlike some other animal label

wines, this one really overdelivers, which makes

it a good gift even if the friend is not into

farming.

John Schreiner is one of Canada’s best-known wine writers with 15 books published since 1984.

Contact John at [email protected]

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Cascades Casino Resort, featured a variety of beer and wine tastings, hors d'oeurves and

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