Folio.YVR ☆ Issue 12 ☆ 2020 ☆ Luxury Lifestyle Magazine ☆ Vancouver, BC

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005 laurin david
013 sonia beek sma
019 j osh mario j ohn
027 chanel coromandel
035 guo pei
045 crystal bonnet
051 current tax i
055 hotel eldorado
065 the w hisk y room
071 mt boucherie w inery
081 k rafty k itchen + bar
087 casa maggiore
099 andrew gn
107 publisher's message
109 contributor credits

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LAURI N DAVI D: FROM
HOCKEY RI NK TO RUNWAY

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With the final runways of Paris Fashion Week fading
fast in the rear-view mirror, the fashion industry has
emerged hopeful for having pulled off an event
thought to be lost forever to a pandemic. From behind
facemasks and a renewed vigour to save runways from a virtual
existence, the fashion houses rallied and shouted to the world,
fashion will not be defeated.
What happened this season was scary for those outside the
historical avenues of haute couture and just stepping into the
fray. In Vancouver, Laurin David, a rising star in modelling,
watched with curiosity as his industry foothold slipped
precariously away.
Laurin David used to be known more for his contributions on the
ice than for walking the runways for some of the world?s most
recognizable labels.
In 2019, the Langley native stepped off the rink and onto the
tarmac and began travelling between the world?s fashion capitals
on go-sees for League Models. Along the way, connecting with
many tenured faces in male modelling like Tobias Sorensen and
Xu Meen.

Hockey was his life from a
young age. During his teen
years, he played for the Yale
Prep Hockey Academy in
Abbotsford?a rigorous life
incomparable to a male model.
Hockey taught him about work
ethic and being able to perform
under pressure. ?I think the thing
that I miss most about hockey
would be having the group of
guys that understands what
you?re going through and
working for the same thing,?
David shares.
Working a day job at a local
credit union, David was
?discovered?by model scout
Jorge Ramos of League
Models, while on a night out
with friends at Vancouver?s
Celebrities Nightclub. A few
days later, after a coffee
meeting, he decided to sign-on
for representation and see
where this opportunity would
lead.
It was at this time that David
crossed paths with local luxury
lifestyle consultant, Helen
Siwak. Seeking a male model for
a luxury designer fashion shoot,
she reached out to Ramos for
someone who could pull off
streetwear authentically.
David?s first shoot was in the
concrete parkade of a condo
building using found objects as
props. ?He had an ease in the
environment, and even though I
had styled him in men?s street
and women?s outerwear, he was
comfortable. There was
definitely talent there,? she
recalls.
Pre-pandemic, his life was a blur
of travel and runways. When
prompted, he shares his
favourite moment, just months
into his new profession, and his
third assignment was shooting
the Stars capsule collection for
Emporio Armani. The
embroidered midnight black suit
was especially memorable?part
of a limited collection for the
legendary fashion house.
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He has met designers Ludovic de
Saint Sernin, Luigi Veccia of
Daks London, worn Gucci, Hugo
Boss, Dries van Noten, Versace,
and YSL?to name a few. Meeting
and working with these established
industry professionals was crucial
for learning the industry?s ins and
outs. He found that even those
staying in ?model apartments?and
in the running for the same jobs
were friendly and accepting of the
hockey player turned model.
The most important lesson so far?
?No point in trying to be something
you?re not in this world,? David
says. ?These directors want to see
your raw personality and who you
truly are.?
?I always found that being unique
and different was something that I
felt strongly about,? he says. His
personal style is low key and
usually black as contrasted to the
looks from the vibrant Saint
Laurent and Balenciaga that he
has been photographed in.
More advice comes from the
closest people in his life, like his
father, who joined him for the first
coffee chat with League Models
and continues to support his son?s
career growth.
?You?re young, just run with it,?
was the sage advice he was given.
David realizes that what happened
to him is not a typical trajectory
for a young man in Canadian
sports. A chance encounter in a
nightclub has led to extraordinary
meetings, international travel, and
an introduction to a completely
unexpected career.
As the world of business is slowly
reopening, David is back on the
road. He recently travelled to
London and is looking to
reconnect with the industry, book
shows, and return to the runway.
?Life is too short to be living
someone else?s life,? he says. In
London, the fall?s gloomy weather
has drenched the city in rain, but
that is no deterrent for this young
athlete turned model. What is a
little rain compared to 4 am
practices? Nothing at all!

fairmont pacific rim hotel, vancouver
SONI A BEEKSMA:
MASS MEDI A DARLI NG
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arly in 2020, Vancouver early morning
media darling Sonia Beeksma shifted
gears from the laid-back west coast
to the bustling east coast by joining the
award-winning CTV etalk team.
A career leap forward and at the same time
backwards, having started her media career
interning in The Six. But now, with a decade
of experience under her designer belt, she
returned confident and highly experienced.
Though Toronto moves at a faster pace,
Sonia finds herself living a more relaxed
lifestyle. Instead of sitting in stress-inducing
traffic every morning, she takes a 15-minute
subway ride, where she catches up on her
reading list. More rest ultimately means more
energy to partake in all the excitement
Toronto has to offer. This includes a vibrant
food scene that has yet to disappoint.
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Sonia is a media personality, style icon,
floral enthusiast and even once an actor,
but the title she wears the proudest is
mom. At the end of a long day, there is
nowhere she would rather be than in bed
reading with her daughter.
Their favourite activity together is to
dance, something Sonia pursued as a
child. Her daughter is her purpose in life,
and she endeavours to impart her with
all the wisdom and values she needs to
move through life with happiness and
grace.
?I?m teaching my daughter to be kind and
treat everyone equally. Always look for
opportunities to share the love and help
people. The more we give, the happier
our hearts are, and fuller our lives are.?
It is hardly a surprise Sonia is
comfortable in the spotlight; she grew up
dancing on stage and acted in movies
and commercials.
As a child and into her teenage years,
she danced hip hop and jazz in
competition and performances and
entertained her family members. Sonia is
not one to waste time with regret but
wishes she had taken up ballet in
hindsight. If she could choose an acting
role for herself now, it would be in
re-telling real-life events, which her inner
reporter could commit to.
Broadcast journalism was not Sonia?s
first career. She worked as a medical lab
assistant previously, but her love of
writing and performing was not being
realized.
When a friend suggested she turn to
journalism for that, it seemed like a
worthwhile risk. Sonia graduated from
BCIT in broadcast journalism and quickly
packed her bags to begin an adventure
in Toronto. During her internship at
etalk, she had the exciting opportunity to
meet a movie star, George Clooney.
Sonia has now come full circle, settling
into her new TO home and at etalk. This
exhilarating position has already seen
her interviewing the likes of Jon Bon
Jovi, Lionel Ritchie, Katy Perry,
Chrissy Teigen, Stanley Tucci, and the
cast of The Gentlemen. Like most of
what she does, Sonia has been taking
this transition with grace.
?I?ve always admired the tenacious
personalities in that building.
Entertainment news is what it sounds
like, entertaining,? Sonia said. ?I love my
new role; it?s been a dream since I
started my path in this career. The fact
that I interned there and did this full
circle blows my mind but also reassures
that when you put your mind and heart
to something, you can achieve anything.?

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JOSH MARI O JOHN:
CAREGI VER,
ENTREPRENEUR &
I NSTA- RENEGADE

A
t first glance, the man behind the Instagram account
@spizoiky might seem to be just another pseudo Viking
whose penchant for leather jackets and motorcycles make
him a suitable ambassador for beard oil companies.
But Josh Mario John is different. The distressed jacket on his
back is from his brand that he started with two close friends,
and the photos you see were taken a few minutes outside of the
town where he grew up and still spends most of his time.
He is a member of the Instagram influencer generation, one who
has made a comfortable living off of his rugged looks and 880k
followers, but he has done so on his own terms.
Josh (real last name Negusanti) is fresh into his new venture, a
line of leather goods called Master Supply Co. They have more
than nine different jacket styles for D2C sales with the Canadian
market in mind.
Starting a clothing brand is no easy feat, but it allows him more
flexibility than his endeavours as a model for global fashion and
lifestyle brands. Negusanti has seen what that industry has to
offer, but ultimately likes being in control of his destiny. And
now, he wears exactly what he wants to.
?We are much less concerned with trends and the whole fashion
side of things,? he says about Master Supply Co. ?Every piece we
finalize is a piece that I?d love to have in my closet.?
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While designing new collections and
managing the business, Negusanti
spends most of his time in his home and
birthplace of Sudbury, Ontario. He lives
down the street from his parents?house
with his wife, Los Angeles transplant
Jana (@Jana24seven).
They live with five cats and two dogs,
and Negusanti considers himself a cat
person. They found one cat as a kitten
on the side of the interstate in North
Carolina, and Jana recently brought
home the two canines after going out to
buy cat food. He says that the big new
family is as happy as can be.
He studied at Sudbury?s Laurentian
University, holds two degrees (a BA in
psychology and MA in experimental
psychology), and has spent years
working as a child welfare supervisor.
?Child welfare will [in addition to fashion
and modelling] always be my career,? he
says. ?I still have a lot I?d like to
accomplish and appreciate how fortunate
I am to work for the children and families
in my community.?
His education in psychology has also
benefited him in how he views the
fashion and modelling industry.
?Having my social psychology
background, I?m also very aware of social
comparison theory and the negative
impact that engaging in this can have on
mood.?
He has an educated view of the
unrealistic standards that are promoted
through social media. And this has led
him to have a rational outlook on his
career. In interviews, he almost always
speaks of the short shelf life that is
commonplace in the modelling industry,
and the need to bring other skills to
market yourself when things ultimately
slow down.
This is remarkable for someone who, just
a few years ago, was flying back and
forth from Sudbury to the fashion
capitals of the world to shoot for
magazines like Rolling Stone, Elle, and
Maxim. He has partied with the
world-famous glitterati and worked with
Harley Davidson, Diesel, Kiehls, and
many more.
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His appeal came from his chiselled
looks, long beard, and the colourful
tattoos covering his body. His first
tattoo was an upper-arm piece at age
24 that honoured his Grandmother,
an artist. Although he was concerned
about how a full sleeve would affect
his child protection career, his outlook
has since changed.
?I eventually came to the realization
that tattoos would only be a barrier
if I let them be,? he says. He has no
idea how much he has invested in the
tattoos and has plans to fill in the rest
of the blank spaces on his body.
What started as a few outdoor
photoshoots with Toronto-based
photographer and friend Lane Dorsey
which led to opportunities that he
could never have imagined. This even
included a brand?s offer to take his
wife and family to the Grand Canyon
for a private helicopter tour.
Even before the pandemic, he stayed
close to home and worked on his
passion project. He started Master
Supply Co. with Dorsey and another
partner. This has kept him busy, even
as the odd request comes in for
collaborations.
"Starting a brand has been something
that?s been a long time coming,? says
Negusanti. ?It?s always been a dream
of mine, and most importantly, it?s a
means of sustainability for me in the
fashion world.?
He has been hard at work developing
new items for 2021, which will
broaden the product listing to include
additional women?s outerwear, boots,
denim, and accessories. Master Supply
Co. is leather outerwear focused, with
ethically sourced and sustainable
materials produced with
vegetable-based dyes and
REACH certified chemicals.
Even as Negusanti chases new goals,
it is essential for him to stay
grounded. His philosophy towards how
to share his life through social media
remains the same, and he focuses on
showing ?real life as opposed to
highlight reels.?

chanel boutique, holt renfrew , vancouver
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CHANEL: COROMANDEL
HI GH JEWELLERY
COLLECTI ON
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A
llow us to take a journey to the
mystical faraway lands of mythical
China, Imperial Cathay, and the
Coromandel coast of East India,
where a storied art form of lacquered
screens originated.
At Holt Renfrew, the Chanel Boutique
welcomed The Coromandel Legend
collection with its fifty-nine pieces of fine
jewelry meant for the lavish and inspired
wearer.

The antique Coromandel screens that were
found in the various homes of Gabrielle
Chanel including her mansions on Avenue
de New- York, Rue de Faubourg
Saint- Honore in Paris, and her villa in
Lausanne, Switzerland. Over her lifetime
she amassed a collection of over thirty of
these extravagant pieces that served as
markers of privacy and upon which she
was known to attach photographs and
drawings from artist friends.
Gabrielle Chanel lived in a lacquered box
where sailing ships, palaces, flowers and
birds, in flashes of gold and deep red,
stood out against the darkness of the
night. This dream landscape held such
charm for her that she wished to always
keep it with her: it was that of the
Coromandel screens.
They also conjure up Marco Polo?s Book
of Wonders. His Venetian birthplace, the
gateway to the Orient, one of Chanel?s
favourite places, which she often visited
with her friend Misia and her husband, the
extravagant José- Maria Sert - another
connoisseur of subtle lacquers, who
encouraged Chanel?s taste for the baroque
and the opulent.
Still today, when entering Chanel?s
apartment at 31 Rue Cambon, it is
impossible not to be caught up in the
mirage of the décor. The 17th- and 18thcentury
screens mask doorways, surround
the fireplace and sofa, and, reflected in the
mirrors and rock crystals, appear to be
multiplied to infinity: an imaginary labyrinth
that stretches across the oceans and the
centuries.
TheCollection
In 2018, CHANEL Fine Jewelry presented,
for the first time, this collection inspired by
the poetic universe of Coromandel with
motifs dear to Gabrielle Chanel which were
reworked around three themes: floral,
noticeably evoking her signature flower,
the Camellia; animal, through the bestiary
of Coromandel; and mineral, reflecting her
love of crystal and gemstones.
The floral theme inspires a cuff that is
entirely reversible, and reworks the
geometric structure of the screens. The
cuff includes a yellow diamond that pivots,
so as to remain always visible on the wrist.
The mineral theme is inscribed in the
?Horizon Lointain? plastron necklace in
yellow gold, dotted with clouds of
mother-of-pearl and diamond (including
one central six-carat diamond) that evoke a
Coromandel landscape.
At the heart of the animal theme, birds just
about to take flight, just as they appear on
the screens, ornament a diamond ring that
sparkles with more than ten carats. Finally,
the collection?s gems recall all the colours
of the Coromandel lacquers: the greens of
the Tsavorite garnet, emeralds and the
more than thirty-seven-carat tourmaline
on the ?Vibration Minérale? ring; the red
spinel on the ?Évocation Florale? ring, and
the ruby beads and deep, hypnotic black
lacquer transposed onto the onyx.
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"The first time I saw a Coromandel screen, I cried out: it's so
beautful! I had never said that about any other object."
- Gabrielle Chanel
These magical and virtuoso pieces offer, once
again, an illustration of the incomparable
savoir-faire of the CHANEL Fine Jewelry
workshop, and the tireless ingenuity of the
Studio of Creation, inspired by the secret and
precious universe of Gabrielle Chanel.
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416 rue saint-honore, paris, france
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GUO PEI : COUTURE BEYOND
TO SUBURBAN DREAM

There was a moment in late 2018 when the
Vancouver Art Gallery stole the luxury
fashion spotlight from Alberni Street with
the immensely popular and still talked about Guo
Pei: Beyond Couture exhibition.
Guo Pei is China's most renowned couturier and
relatively unknown in the western world for over
20 years, but it only took a phone call from an
American stylist to change all of that.
That conversation facilitated Rihanna's 2015 Met
Gala entrance in the infamous and oft-memed
dress and cape designed by Guo Pei. Constructed
over two years, the cape featured yellow silk and
layers of exquisite embroidery and sold the world
on the designer's craftsmanship.
The VAG exhibition displayed over forty pieces
from her most iconic runway shows and traced
her designs' evolution over ten years.
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Now honoured as one of TIME magazine's 100 Most
Influential People and listed in Business of
Fashion's 500, Guo Pei graduated from Beijing
School of Industrial Fashion Design in 1986. In 1997
she launched her label and atelier. Rose Studio
employs more than 500 skilled artisans at various
locations who dedicate their precise and nimble
hands to production, as many items take thousands
of hours to complete.

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Since 2015, Guo Pei has been a
member of the Chambre Syndicale
de la Haute Couture. While her
dramatic and fantastical collections
have enjoyed acclaim internationally,
it is her Classic Collection that
provides women with ready-to-wear
options that exude sophistication and
style.

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CRYSTAL BONNET:
COMPASSI ONATE CHEF
& RAWDESSERT GURU
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If given a choice, how many of us
would begin each meal with a
beautifully luscious dessert? Or,
forsake the whole meal altogether,
and luxuriate in the entire cake?
Picture devouring spoon after spoon of
tastebud tantalizing flavours that make your
brain explode. We imagine everyone would, so
know that when dining with raw vegan
dessert guru Crystal Bonnet, this option
always on the table!
Chef Crystal Bonnet's journey began with a
switch to improve her health that evolved into
a career of cooking, and now teaching
plant-based raw foods. Crystal has taken risks
and stepped boldly to make her dreams come
true, all coming to the culmination, which is
her online Raw Desserts Chef Certification.
Cooking was not a passion she always knew,
but rather a love that developed once she
found the style that appealed to her. Crystal
did not know what she wanted to do; she just
felt she needed something creative.
Three career paths and ten years in a
corporate office later, the lack of passion was
wearing her thin. After discovering raw food in
2013 and completely revolutionizing her life
and diet, it was hard not to be hooked.
"I finally found my passion; doing anything
else didn't make sense. That's why I decided
to pursue it as a career."

The first of many courses she took
was Fundamentals of Raw Cuisine
through Matthew Kenney
Culinary. Celebrity chef Kenney is
a plant-based cuisine leader and
responsible for the vegan menu
found at French macaron shop
Ladurée's Beverly Hills location.
With no previous culinary training,
this marked the beginning of three
years of education fueled by the
desire to learn all there was to
know about raw food. The
fundamentals were quickly followed
up with raw chocolate courses
spurred by a love of desserts, and
of course, chocolate.
"Fundamentals of raw cuisine was
full-time over one month, and you
didn't have lifetime access, you had
to complete everything in the
allotted time given. I was so
committed I even quit my full-time
job to work part-time somewhere
else so I could complete the
course."
Raw cooking opened up a world of
colourful and delicious foods and
this raw revolution spurred an
excitement like never before. All her
time outside of work was dedicated
to raw cooking, prepping,
researching, and even starting a
blog.
There is a vibrancy in raw food, lost
when it is cooked; a vegetable in its
natural state is so much more
beautiful.
Crystal's first steps into owning a
business was a bold one.
Encouraged by friends and family
to sell her stone-ground tempered
chocolate professionally, she
launched Fig Leaf Foods and after
a trip to Bali, where she toured
chocolate farmers facilities and
learned more about cocoa
processing, left her even more
dissatisfied with her current work
situation.
That trip to Bali would not be the
last, and it would begin a series of
raw food travels. Bali, Spain, USA,
and throughout Canada saw her
learning, teaching, and cooking
worldwide.
"I've kept true to myself throughout
the entire process and have created
something really unique, with live
monthly teaching components and
a community full of support, and
people resonate with that."
So much of food is colour, texture,
and presentation as well as taste.
Incorporated into the course is
food photography which teaches
students how to immortalize their
creations. "Sometimes, I work
backwards by creating the plating
first and then think about the
recipe."
From being an individual who
viewed cooking as a chore to a
flourishing chef, entrepreneur and
teacher, she has truly transformed.
Making the switch to a raw diet did
not happen overnight, and even
now, Crystal eats 80- 90% raw
depending on the season.
Crystal has created an accessible
resource for those wishing to dip
their toes into the world of
plant-based raw desserts and even
offers a ten- recipe ebook for free.
"When I receive messages about
how much they loved a recipe,
could not believe it was raw, or how
their kids loved the food... it makes
my day. By teaching others how to
prepare their own healthy
plant-based whole food, they are
changing their life for the better,
and I'm a part of that. I can't think
of any other way to give back to
the world."
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mount boucherie, k elow na, bc
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CURRENT TAXI : 100%
SUSTAI NABLE TESLA FLEET

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When tasting our way along the
Okanagan Wine Trails, we love
getting about in a sustainable style.
Our adventures began with a visit to the
recently opened Mt. Boucherie winery.
For transportation we engaged the
Kelowna-based Current Taxi, which
operates a 100% Tesla zero-emissions
fleet to arrive comfortably. Of course, our
choice was the Model X!
Founder Dale Conway fought to bring the
first new taxi company to Kelowna in
almost 15-years. Conway lobbied support
from the local hospitality industry and the
city?s mayor until he triumphed in 2017
with his first two vehicles hitting the
pavement.
After three-years, the electric car service
operates like Uber, with 24-hour service,
a car-tracking app, and transparent rates.
Even the pandemic could not quell the
demand for Current Taxi. With enhanced
safety measures implemented, the electric
fleet was back operating at capacity,
showing both locals and tourists that
Current service is safe, secure, and
sustainable.
Conway now has ten vehicles on the road
in Kelowna and another six in Victoria ?
an array of Tesla Model X, Model S, and
Model 3.
?When we started Current Taxi, the plan
wasn?t just to offer a ?novelty?EV service,
it was to prove to this industry that things
can and should be done better.
"Collectively the transportation industry in
Canada is responsible for over 171 million
tonnes of greenhouse gases each year. In
four years of operation, Current Taxi alone
has saved 767 tonnes of CO2e from our
beautiful province. The difference our
industry can make is enormous, and we
aim to keep driving this progression,?
Conway says.
Cheers to technology and entrepreneurs
like Dale Conway, who are willing to take a
financial risk for the environment!

hotel eldorado, 500 cook road, k elow na, bc
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HOTEL ELDORADO: A
LEGACY OF COMFORT

A
s serene and gorgeous as much of the
Okanagan Lake waterfront may be, it is still
unmistakably modern, as so much of
Kelowna's development has come in recent
decades. This feeling of being caught in-between
times all but evaporates when one strolls off the
wooden boardwalk and up to the historic doors of
Hotel Eldorado. A bonafide memento from a time
long past, before the Okanagan Wine Country
became internationally known, and a fun Sunday
involved taking long car rides with the family.
The beginnings of this historic retreat are far from
humble - its founder was an aristocratic English
Countess uniquely named Bubna - who was keen to
establish a Victorian-style inn. Putting a sizable
fortune to good use, she opened the Eldorado in
1926.
By the 1950s, it was the de facto gathering place for
top west coast personalities, and it has continued this
way long after ownership was transferred twice. It
remains a beacon of tradition just south of Kelowna's
downtown district and is easily recognizable from
many points along the shoreline with its twinkling
lights and expansive marina.
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"The rich history of Eldorado Resort is
central to who we are, and that is
authentic, antique, and nostalgic with an
abundance of history," says Jacqueline
Birk, Director of Sales and Marketing at
the Eldorado. "There is a relaxed
atmosphere that is equal parts elegant,
nuanced, and casual, and is one that calls
for Prada and pearls or bikinis and
flip- flops in the same frame."
This ethos was visible while exploring the
waterfront property, especially at its
famed marina, home to sleek speedboats
and a stunning 1952 32- foot Chris
Craft Sedan Cruiser, which harkens back
to the Kelowna Regatta years. As
sparkling as the marina is, it is not an
exclusive yacht club replete with crisp
white linens and Sperry topsiders. It still
retains the unpretentious charm of the
region.
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rt of the authentic experience of
aying at The Arms is definitely the
storical touches, some small and others
ander. Inside are charming old-world
tails like cork flooring and unique
youts. These retro-themed suites are
lightful, and for a few days, we
perienced simpler times, which included
st enough modernity (coffee maker, big
reen tv) to keep us happy.

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Taking a relaxing paddle in the resort's
kayaks was tempting, but it was the
much more exciting sea-doo's that
succeeded in getting us onto the lake.
The process was streamlined, our
machine in excellent condition, and after
a brief how-to, we were out on the
water, enjoying the view of the Eldorado
Resort from the other side, and it was
majestic.
Plantbased Indulgances
A popular lunch spot, with locals and
tourists, smackDAB at the Manteo,
offered a patio experience unlike others
in the form of a female mallard
(promptly named Debbie), who waddles
a route where she visits guests from
table to table honking for crumbs. The
patio abounded with giggles as she
made her way from one end to the
other before popping down to the lake's
edge to join her feathered friends.
For lunch, we delved into two plates of
warm yam tacos, and chased them with
two BC ciders. The first, a 'No Boats on
Sunday' apple cider and the second, a
Naramata Hard Dry Pear Cider.
Perfectly complementary to the
crispiness of grilled tortilla stuffed with
the goodness of deep-fried yams, fresh
sprouts, shredded cabbage, and tangy
cashew cream.

As the sun slowly sank behind the smoky
mountains, our thoughts turned towards an
evening meal.
The highly recommended and
award-winning Lakeside Dining Room is
swathed in dark rich wood, dramatic
drapery, and rows of windows to watch the
sunset as you enjoy a fine meal.
Before we arrived, we had heard that the
Executive Chef makes good use of the
Okanagan bounty of seasonal and organic
farm-fresh products and supports local
suppliers and wanted to peruse the
award-winning wine list with over 150
different labels.
With a dinner menu available from
5pm-9pm, there was plenty of time to relax
and enjoy some bubbles before our meals
arrived. The Hatch's Gobsmacked Bubbly
was a crisp refresher after our time on the
lake. The recommended plantbased starter
was the Tomato Bisque?divine with
fire-roasted tomatoes and red peppers.
Our main was a very filling Farro Bowl, and
it was so incredible with its layered flavours
and textures, that we had it again on our
second night!
The large bowl began with a healthy portion
of tender yet chewy farro, flanked by
deep-fried kale chickpeas, marinated and
uber-tangy local mushrooms, and spinach
salad, grilled peppers, a sweet yet tart
tomato jam, pumpkin seeds, and topped by
the crispiest friend tofu fries. Every bite
was a satisfying delight.
As we retired for the night, our room quiet
except for the sound of the soaker tub
filling and birds calling on the water.
After check-out the next morning, we
paused outside the Eldorado Arms Luxury
Lake View Suites and took one last look of
the two vehicles parked outside the Dining
entrance, that set the tone for a stay.
The glorious yellow 1937 International
D- 3 loaded with wine barrels that traveled
from Valemount to Quebec and back while
being restored, and a coal black 1941
Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe
which was once part of the famed Jim
Rogers Collection in Las Vegas. This
torpedo-shaped relic hails from the era
when the Eldorado first came to be. Its slick
lines and chrome grills remind one that just
because it is rooted in the past doesn't
mean it cannot be incredibly cool.
Open throughout the winter season, Hotel
Eldorado has launched a Wine Fest
Pairing offer (until November 30th), which
includes an overnight package designed just
for two. Enjoy luxe accommodation plus a
3-course dinner paired with local wines,
including vintages from Lake Breeze,
Burrowing Owl, and Kitsch wineries.
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THE WHI SKY ROOM:
HOTEL ELDORADO
hotel eldorado, k elow na, bc
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When we stepped into
The Whisky Room at
Kelowna's Hotel Eldorado,
memories of The Stag's Head pub
in Dublin rushed back. The warm
wood, weathered tin ceiling panels,
gold light dancing off the dark
fixtures and the twinkle in the bar
manager's eye, but instead of a
healthy headed Guinness, a flight
of Scotch whisky waited.
Certified Whisky Ambassador
Patrick Parker has been at the
resort since 2013 and knows a
thing or two (or a 100) about
whisky and has the knack of
making newcomers to the whisky
world comfortable.
Our first flight consisted of three
Scotch whiskies from three
different Scotland areas that have
distinct variations in flavours.
The first scotch was a
Glenkinchie 12-year old is known
as Edinburgh's scotch. ?Lowland
scotches are much lighter and
approachable for the novice
whisky drinker.?
The second scotch was the
Tomatin Legacy from the
Highlands. Parker explained,
"highland scotches are slightly
more flavourful with fruity notes, a
lovely sweetness, and is gentle on
the palate."
The third scotch presented was
the Jura 12-year from the Isle of
Jura. With this whisky, Parker
wanted to introduce us to the
flavour and smell of peat.
"The islands of the west coast
offer the whisky drinker the aroma
of peat which comes for the peat
used to dry the barley. This
whisky gives off a gentle scent
and taste of peat to once again
introduce you to this other unique
flavour of Scotch."
When Patrick began at the
Eldorado Whisky Room, he knew
that some education into the
world of whisky would be a great
benefit. So, he researched and
found the Whisky Ambassador
Course out of Glasgow. They
teach this course around the
world, and there was an
opportunity for him to complete
the course in Vancouver.
Needless to say, he aced the
course scoring perfect marks in
theory and tasting, which only
whetted his appetite to dive
deeper into the world of whisky.
He has studied Canadian whisky,
bourbon, and international single
malts adding to his knowledge
base since then.

TheCocktails
The first cocktail crafted was a
New York Sour. The Whisky
Room likes to give traditional
cocktails a bit of a twist and
make them unique. Our
plant-based version consisted
of Wild Turkey bourbon, fresh
lemon juice, simple syrup and a
spritz of Eldorado Red wine.
The second cocktail, which is
the one in the decanter, is a
Grand Old Fashioned. This
has Wild Turkey bourbon,
Forty Creek whisky, and
Grand Marnier. It also has
brown simple syrup, orange
bitters, and angostura bitters.
It is aged for 5 weeks in an
oak cask to bring out the oak's
vanilla and caramel flavours to
smooth out the cocktail.
"What makes a great whisky
sour is balance," Parker
explained, "You have to
balance the sweet and the
sour to excite your palate."
Excellent addition to the Grand
Old Fashioned is the Amarena
wild Italian cherry that he
prefers over Maraschino.
Over the final sips of a Grand
Old Fashioned, I asked Parker
'why whisky?' He responded,
"Whisky is my passion because
the world of whisky is about
stories. Every whisky has a
unique story all its own."
The characters, locations,
history all add to a whisky's
story. I also find that whisky
lovers are often either very
knowledgeable about the
golden dram or very curious,
which makes for great
conversations."
"My focus in the Whisky room
is to provide our customers
with an experience. It is more
than just having a cocktail. It is
about the stories and being
entertained. Learning and
exploring, tasting and
discovering this great world of
whisky.
It is a noble libation that
deserves the attention that it
gets. I really enjoy the sparkle
in someone's eye or that
jaw-dropping moment when
we have a tasting, and they
discover something new, or I
dispel the myths about whisky,
and we have a new convert to
the world of whisky."
Having someone as passionate
as Patrick Parker at the helm
of The Whisky Bar made the
tasting experience so
educational and enjoyable.
Slainte!
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mt boucherie w inery, 829 douglas road, w est k elow na
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MT BOUCHERI E ESTATE WI NERY:
RI SI NG FROM THE ASHES. . .

I
t is no secret to oenophiles that
Okanagan wines have consistently
represented our beautiful BC on the
global stage. It is fitting that wineries
that produce the award-winning
vintages should also develop into visitable
destinations.
Mt. Boucherie Winery is a stunning example
of this. The winery reopened just in time for
the summer tasting season with a
breathtaking new 10M dollar 15,000 sq. ft.
Experience Centre. Even as the pandemic
delayed their launch and halted international
visitors, GM Jesse Harnden oversaw a quiet
opening, which catered to locals first before
announcing to the world they were open for
business.
The estate winery is nestled at the foot of
now-dormant Mount Boucherie volcano,
which towers over West Kelowna. The
winery sits at the base of this grand hill, with
expansive views of the arid mountains on the
far side of Okanagan Lake.
The Experience Centre was designed by
Vancouver?s Ciccozzi Architecture and is
an ultra-modern contrast to some of the
rustic alternatives along the Westside Wine
Trail?which runs through West Kelowna.
The Centre?s airy tasting area opens onto a
sun-drenched upper and lower patio where
visitors enjoy tastings alongside offerings
from their on-site restaurant The Modest
Butcher.
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Winemaker Jeff Hundermark oversees the
production of 25,000 cases of reds, whites, and
dessert wines annually. Over 30% of their
200-acres of vineyards have been replanted
since 2016, and this is reflected by their
production of refined cabernets,
pinot noirs, and syrah. Even with these
recent developments, the work has not been
completed?they aspire to be completely
organic and biodynamic in the next ten years.

Killer Veggies
We were delivered to Mt Boucherie Winery, (like a
couple of fancy packages), in a Model X Tesla
courtesy of Current Taxi, and immediately
ushered to a reserved table on the corner of the
expansive patio. We were grateful for the
reservation as the dining room was bustling and we
were able to bypass the hub-bub.
Head chef Dan Carkner has created a fantastic
selection of plantbased dishes to satisfy even the
heartier eater and offers veganized versions of
others.
We selected from the Starters & Sharesies and
Killer Veggie options a feast of plant-forward
dishes. The heavily marinated Cauliflower Fritters
with a spicy tamarind glaze and pickled shallots, a
crispy Veganator BLT with a grilled country loaf,
tempeh bacon, oven-dried tomatoes, and two kinds
of mayo - smoky and truffle, and a perfectly al
dente Pasta Ai Fun- Guy with a hefty helping of
herb-roasted mushrooms, and a tangy lemon
tamari almond crumble. The Risotto That's Based
on Plants was an exciting take on the classic dish
using fine herb steeped oat milk broth, nutritional
yeast, and kale chimichurri to create a rib-sticking
dish that was very satisfying and turns out is
Dena's favourite menu item.
Invigorated and ready to move upstairs for a highly
anticipated tasting, we ordered a traditional Bowl
of Olives to accompany us to the rooftop. The
aroma coming off the warm olives (marinated in
fresh herbs, lemon, and chillies) proved hard to
resist, and we had a nibble on the stairs!
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On theRoof- Top
As we settled in for a private
roof-top tasting, our group expanded
to include Zoë Harris, Special Event
Coordinator and Dena Barabash of
Details Design Inc, a fellow vegan
and champion of all things
Okanagan?especially those that
come in stemmed glassware!
As the sun slowly sank, Harris came
bearing the Elder Vicar, a
co-fermented, skin contact, field
blend of muscat, pinot gris, and
gewürztraminer that is well-fitted to
enjoy in the often-overwhelming
Okanagan heat.
The Original Vines 2019 Sèmillon
followed. It originates from the
Winery?s vineyard overlooking Lake
Vasseau near Oliver, BC. This area
is much cooler than other
grape-growing regions of the Interior,
giving the wine a brisk acidity
married with ripe fruit - and this was
on display with this Sèmillon, which
dominated the palate with a citrus
crispness and a hint of French oak,
fig, and beeswax.
The 2018 Reserve Gewürztraminer
was an aromatic off-dry wine,
aromatic, floral, and rich. Farmed
primarily at South Rock Vineyard
along the Golden Mile Bench, with a
small portion coming out of the Lazy
River Vineyard in South Cawston.
These vineyards were planted in
1973 and 1988, respectively.
After this came the red offerings, the
2017 Summit and 2018 Merlot. The
Summit was an aroma-filled blend
with hints of red fruits and cedar,
while the Merlot was a decadent
drink of South Okanagan terroir -
with a trademark licorice and leather
finish.
Finally, to cap off a delicious tasting,
a 2017 Merlot Icewine was poured,
which made a statement for the
range of the winery?s offerings with
its intense aromas of cassis,
chocolate, and cinnamon.
Farmed at Lazy River Vineyard also.
We loved the story of ice wine
creation where frozen grapes are
harvested in the dead of night at -10
degrees Celsius then immediately
pressed to squeeze the rare drops of
nectar from each grape.
When planning your next Okanagan
getaway, know that scheduling a
tasting or dinner with one of their
fine reserves at Mt. Boucherie is a
must. Their wines draw from the very
best of vineyards throughout the
valley and paired with the Experience
Centre's new world-class
surroundings, will render even the
most experienced wine-lover a little
weak in the knees.
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k raft k itchen + bar, 281 law rence avenue, k elow na
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KRAFTY KI TCHEN +
BAR: PLANTBASED ON
THE PATI O

When visiting a new city, it is often
tempting to ask Where do the locals
eat? But we think a better way to find
extraordinary dining may be Where do
the adventurous locals eat? With this in mind,
we turned to our fave Okanagan local, Dena
Barabash of Details Design Inc and she not
only recommended Krafty Kitchen + Bar, she
led them to set-up the patio!
The casual farm-to-table bistro has been a
mainstay in the city?s Downtown district since it
opened in 2014. An energetic team is led by
Head Chef and Owner Chris Shaften, who is
best known his appearance as a contestant on
Top Chef Canada Season 3.
The wine list is the work of Sommelier/General
Manager Mia Papadopoulos, who features
wines from Synchromesh, Mission Hill, and Mt.
Boucherie. Shaften and Papadopoulos do not
just work together in the restaurant; they have
also started a gourmet cuisine and premium
wine tour company Free Range Tours.
Customers can expect an exclusive tasting
experience through the Okanagan, which
features gourmet dish pairings and off-list
wines.
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But before becoming too enamoured with
visions of dining in the Okanagan Valley, it is
worth mentioning what makes a meal at Krafty
so special is the bright and airy industrial- chic
dining room, the expansive 40- seat brick-lined
patio a short walk from the Downtown
promenade, and the plantbased food!
We began with an amuse bouche of chickpeas,
avocado, and a tart sesame marinade that
abruptly woke up the palate. Followed by a
series of cocktails, just because, cocktails. An
Orange Creamsicle, Strawberry Daiquiri,
Adult Lemonade, and a Wildflower Old
Fashioned. All crafted with top shelf spirits,
fresh squeezed juices, and house made syrups.
Our meal was an intense kaleidoscope of
flavours. Eggplant Poke (avocado, cashew
tahini, sesame and soy vinaigrette with lettuce
cups) was served with the General Tso Tofu
(crispy fried tofu, deep-fried broccoli, red
peppers and seasonal veg, Szechaun glaze).
Having never experienced broccoli lightly dusted
and seriously deep-fried, I was leery, but wow,
crispy dry broccoli is insanely delicious! Next
was the Beet Carpaccio (ginger vinaigrette,
tempura crisp, pickled carrots, dill, walnuts),
light and refreshing but the superstar of the
evening was the Charred Vegan Caesar
served with a mountain of paprika tofu. A
simple charred wedge of Romaine lettuce
smothered in their signature Caesar dressing
created with silken tofu, generous amount of
smoke, lemon, and other ingredients create a
heavenly sauce that is so drinkable people have
tried to order litres for take-away!
Krafty Kitchen + Bar is the best setting for
Shaften?s Canadian dishes honed with his
hard-earned French techniques.
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With the region?s
extra-long outdoor
dining season and great
location, Krafty makes
a case for being the
go-to destination for a
night out with your
bubble family or friends.
And of course, their
menu makes you want
to return again and
again, if only to sneak
in the kitchen to
abscond with the
Caesar dressing recipe!

richmond island city, richmond, bc
CASA MAGG
I NTERI ORS
HOME
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I ORE: MAJOR
X VERSACE

First impressions can sometimes be
deceiving. As we slowly rolled past
an impressive array of homes in a
quiet tree-lined Richmond
neighbourhood, it was impossible to
pinpoint which of these homes was our
destination, but then, through a window,
a glint of gold, caught my eye.
This home appeared no different from
others outside, but inside, as you will see,
it is an entirely different story. The latest
of Major Interiors design projects is
Casa Maggiore, a 3,626- square- foot
gorgeous and elegant home inspired by
Richmond?s island City?s charming
landscape.
The site was carefully selected to ensure
proximity to Richmond?s picturesque dyke
where you can gaze upon the horizon to
enjoy the rainbow of colours during
sunsets. The warm golden tones mixed
with the hues of umber and ochre created
the foundation for the home?s colour
palette, décor, and artwork.
Creating a home to foster personal
well-being and inner harmony are
fundamental goals of Major Interiors, and
one?s that William Chan, Interior Design
Director, ensures is embedded
throughout the home's DNA.
This 5- bedroom, 5.5- bathroom home
encompasses a thoughtful mixture of
indoor and outdoor living with strong
connections to the outdoor spaces.
Rooms are designed with large windows
and doors to allow each of them to be
gently bathed in natural daylight and
fresh air.
The design incorporated a balance of
indoor/outdoor space with over
1,350- square- feet of combined
open/covered outdoor patio, with a
spacious theatre room, his/her walk-in
closets, and a vaulted ceiling in the
master suite.
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Materials at Casa Maggiore have been
meticulously examined and curated to ensure
that they work in harmony with one another
when all components are put together. The
proportions and adjacencies of the spaces have
been most carefully considered. Chan
incorporated a full compliment of Versace
ceramic tiles on the main floors and all walls
and floors of the ensuites, natural granite and
marble for countertops, and wide plank
engineered hardwood flooring in the den, stairs,
and bedrooms.
Every bedroom is provided with an outdoor
balcony or patio to enhance the living
experience and aid in a healthy lifestyle. Be it
quiet meditation, yoga, or simply reading a book
while basking in the sun, the balcony can be a
space for relaxation and self-healing. Italian
villas inspire multi-layered ceilings and ornate
decorative wall panelling within the interiors
where they are enhanced with beautiful
Versace wall covering.

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Like a Villa, rooms seamlessly flow into one
another while maintaining their connection
and views with the exterior. The natural flow
of spaces creates a greater sense of freedom
and is ideal for entertaining.
Entrance is by a single 42? door, and
immediately you are greeted with iconic
Versace elements?the Foglia ceramic,
signature wall coverings, Barocco patterns,
the Greek key, and medusa?a gorgeous
Austrian crystal chandelier, and a recessed
display niche.
While the foyer may appear to be simplistic
and similar to many other homes in the
neighbourhood, the proportions and
architectural elements are distinctly different.
Living room furnishings are from the
Versace Signature series with a compliment
of Argo tables. The use of black and gold
accents is a perfect reference to Versace?s
opulence. The alignment of furniture is
precisely executed to be central to the foyer
and dining room.
The 250+ bottle wine wall in the dining
room is the focal point and is centred with
the foyer accent tile and the living room
fireplace. The room is created to have a
sense of openness; you will notice that
unlike other similar homes, it does not have
walls, yet allows your family to have an
intimate dining experience. Furnishings
include the Caratesio table with Greek key
gold design, which compliments the foyer?s
border tile.

For this family having a Western
and Wok kitchen was not up for
debate, and throughout both are
the top appliances by Miele,
Wolf, and Bosch.
The adjacent nook is brilliantly
designed to provide the family
with a sense of being seated
outdoors. The large windows
surround the seating area, which
comfortably holds 7+ people.
The Casa Maggiore master suite
is indeed that with an entry
vestibule, French doors, a
700-square-foot south-facing
balcony, and two walk-in closets.
Parapet walls on the west and
south side gently screen family
members from neighbours and
create a calm space to practice
morning yoga or sip a cup of tea.
The ensuite has a 14?barrel
ceiling with a separate toilet room
for privacy. The steam shower is
a showstopper with its bench,
rain showerhead, and body
massage sprays?a private space
to relax and reflect in.
The additional four bedrooms are
as beautifully and thoughtfully
designed as the rest of the home.
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Incorporated throughout the entire
house are Intelligent home systems,
including Control4 lighting system,
security surveillance, Nest
thermostats, and ambient music
system.
The powder room is nicely
proportioned and furniture like vanity
and toilet are wall-hung to make the
room appear larger. There is an
elegant use of edge lighting around
the mirror to create an illusion of
greater depth to the room. The decor
and linens by Versace Home are a
perfect compliment to the room!
The family and theatre rooms are
strategically positioned to be easily
accessible. The family room contains a
softer furniture selection from the
Versace Zahara series, which brings
vibrancy and energy and swivel
armchairs to enhance interactions with
those watching television or visiting
the outdoor lounge area. The theatre
room is accessed directly from the
family room. It has a 110? screen, and
when the family is entertaining, it
expands the capacity of the socializing
area (family room, kitchens) to 40+
people with ample seating.
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From the moment you step into
Casa Maggiore, you experience a
seamless transition to an Italian villa with
ornate wall coverings and silk shades,
hand-carved fireplaces, and an
abundance of European atmosphere.
While this home was specifically designed
for family living, Major Interiors works
with all types of requests and creates
masterpieces for all those who truly live
a luxury lifestyle.

ANDREWGN:
LEI SURE CENTER
ALUMNI I
74 rue de temple, paris, italy
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I
n the spring of 2018, the brilliance of
Paris-based couture designer Andrew Gn
overwhelmed the cold expanse of Yaletown's
Leisure Center. In Vancouver, for a private
and very exclusive Trunk Show, Gn arrived
with over 150 pieces from his 2018
Collections including Spring/Summer, Pre-Fall,
Fall/Winter, and once the scene had been set, he
relaxed with a hot tea, and awaited his clients.
With 'May there be light,' his SS2021 Collection,
Gn is connecting with his fanbase on a different
level. Forced by a pandemic to step-away from his
usual hands-on approach to couture, Gn embraced
the challenge of creating for a woman who is
seeking less event-driven glamour and a more
wearable style.
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Of the pandemic design process, Gn
shared: "Like so many, during
lockdown, I was reassessing my
purpose and my work?there's so
much energy that goes into handling
uncertainties, and that's even before
you start designing the clothes."
With 'May there be light' Gn
masterfully continues his intense love
affair with colour, patterns, and
metallics. Given the thirst for his work,
it is conceivable, that Gn will be held
to a lifetime of bringing forth such
divinity for his audience to consume.

"Beauty is such an important thing in life.
If you don't see beauty, you don't see the future."
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Resume.
February 2020 was the last time we
shared Folio.YVR with the world.
Issue # 11 launched with a new look and
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LyleXOX cover. After our first year,
creating a fresh visual identity was
important, and I wanted to use more
potent imagery to guide the stories. In
the middle of brainstorming Issue # 12,
the pandemic flew into Canada, and our
vibrant west coast lifestyle quickly came
to a stop. With no travel, dining, events
or entertainment, there was no 'luxury
lifestyle' to share and support, and
frankly, it would have been in poor taste
to push ahead.
So we went on hiatus, just for a few
months we thought, but then May fast
approached and passed, then August
whipped by, but in September,
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Our lives have begun re-opening just
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I knew months ago that the theme for
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Reconnecting with them and learning
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Helen Siwak, EcoLuxLuv Comms
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