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PACE Developments invites you to visit Eden in King City! For discerning buyers with an eye for class, Eden is an unparalleled o�ering in exclusivity and higher living. PACE’s wealth of experience as a luxury home builder is exhibited to the fullest in this integrated community. As did the gardens of paradise, Eden o�ers serenity and supreme comfort to a select few.

A private enclave of only 28 residences, Eden o�ers regal detached homes on full-depth 40’ and 60’ homesites, complemented by semi-detached homes with generous street frontages. For a limited time, all lot premiums have been removed, so you can get the homesite of your choice at no additional cost! Each design includes a host of sumptuous interior features, as well as inspired architecture with elegant exterior details that will allow the most stunning streetscapes. PACE Developments’ great attention to detail, uncompromising commitment to customer care, and superior craftsmanship, result in comfortable family living in homes that will last a lifetime. With semis priced from $699,900 and detached homes from $1 million, Eden’s lavish dwellings represent a terri�c value!

Set in prestigious King City, Eden is nestled in an established neighbourhood with strong roots in the community. King City o�ers

an abundance of amenities, from essential necessities to pampered extravagance. Residents can indulge in retail therapy, taste gourmet cuisine, and experience arts and culture all within walking distance or a short drive. Health, childcare, and municipal services are nearby, as well as parks and sports facilities conducive to a healthy, active lifestyle. To top it o�, the local elementary and secondary schools are right across the street!

At Eden, classic King City architecture infused with modern distinction allows some of the most stunning architectural styles found in Ontario. Tasteful arrangements of natural stone. Steep roof pitches accompanied with attractive gable woodworking. Aesthetic accents of precast concrete. �ese custom-style exterior features will produce striking facades, sure to be enjoyed by residents taking an evening stroll with a loved one.

�e lavish interiors at Eden are no less generous. O�ering soaring 9ft. or 10ft. ceilings, upscale gas �replaces and 8ft. interior doors, each home design is carefully created with shared spaces perfect for family life and entertaining. Kitchens and bathrooms are be�ttingly appointed with high-end features and �nishes, from Aquabrass plumbing �xtures, quartz countertops, and designer pendant lights, to ultra-spa free-standing

soaker tubs and frameless glass showers. Floors throughout are a combination of premium 12” x 24” tiles and wide plank 5” solid Oak hardwood. �e included interior features alone represent a savings of over $50,000! PACE has carefully designed the homes at Eden, from the ground up, to be havens of comfort, convenience and tender family moments.

Eden is where the charm and green spaces of King City meet the sophistication and wellbeing of a community by PACE Developments. Come and experience the best of both worlds at Eden. Visit the presentation centre today to get the homesite of your choice at no additional cost! Eden is located at 2118 King Rd., just east of Keele St. in King City. (905)539-0579 PaceEden.com

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Two new model homes showcase how you can live greatly at Summerlyn Village

In the popular residential destination of Bradford, Great Gulf invites you to “Live Greatly” at Summerlyn Village amid master-planned surroundings that nurture belonging. A long-time believer in giving back to the greater community, Great Gulf recently sold the three previous model homes at Summerlyn Village and donated the furnishings to Bradford House, which

provides supportive housing/assisted living for at-risk, low-income seniors with multiple physical and mental challenges. Located in Bradford, it is part of LOFT Community Services, and is the only program in in York Region or South Simcoe County serving this especially vulnerable group of seniors.

“We are delighted to support Bradford House with this furniture donation from our

Great Gulf model home,” said Christopher Wein, President Great Gulf Residential. “When we build in a community, we become a member of the community and stay connected by participating in local initiative.” A capital fundraising campaign is in e�ect to make upgrades and repairs to the building, which LOFT purchased last year.

At Summerlyn Village, the striking new Niven-appointed models re�ect the design and construction excellence you will �nd in all of the homes on 40’ and 50’ lots. Ranging in size from 1,880 to 4,010 square feet and in price from $557,990, there is truly something for everyone. Plus, the prices here are up to $300,000 less than equivalent homes in the GTA!

Among the standard features in these homes (all as per plan) are an oak staircase from the main to second �oor, 9-foot main �oor ceiling heights and natural �nish oak strip hardwood �ooring on the main �oor, plus imported ceramics.

Situated on Holland Street West (Highway 88) just east of Highway 400, Summerlyn Village is close to family-oriented amenities. �e community features acres of protected woodlands, water and green spaces, community parks and a future town centre.

�e Sales Centre is located o� Highway 88, just west of Professor Day Drive, at 22 Downey Emerald Drive. For hours and directions, call 905-775-3461 or visit greatgulf.com.

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New home. New kitchen. And there’s no better time this holiday season to create these most perfect gift-

giving ideas from the heart of your fabulous new space.

Pumpkin Spice Blend (Yield: scant ½ cup)¼ cup ground cinnamon2 tablespoons ground ginger1 teaspoon ground nutmeg½ teaspoon ground clovesPinch kosher salt

then pour into an airtight container and store

for pumpkin pie spice or in any recipe — sweet or savoury — that uses pumpkin!

Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Drop Cookies (makes about 4 dozen)

¾ cups room temperature unsalted butter1 cup brown sugar1.2 cup granulated sugar1 egg¾ cup canned pumpkin puree1 teaspoon pure vanilla

1½ cups all-purpose � our1 teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt

3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

brown and white sugars on medium speed

and vanilla.

oats by hand.

turning baking from back to front halfway though baking time.

cookies cool completely before packaging in decorative bags or airtight containers.

Raspberry Vinegar (makes 4 cups)4 cups seasoned rice vinegar3 cups raspberries2 decorative bottles (each 2-cup capacity)

to the boil.

Creamy Raspberry Vinaigrette (makes 1 cup)

¼ cup Raspberry Vinegar

½ cup vegetable oil

Kosher salt and cracked black pepper

taste with salt and pepper and refrigerate until

Flavourful Gifts from the Heart of Your New Home By Deb Rankine

Deb Rankine is a national food writer, recipe developer, and author of � e Fridge Whisperer Cookbook Series. For your complimentary copy of her monthly newsletter, “Notes from the Fridge Whisperer Test Kitchen,” email chefdeb@thefridgewhisperer.com and type “newsletter” in the subject line.

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At St. John’s Forest, Great Things Are Coming Soon.3 New Model Homes And A New Release In The New Year.

Aurora’s exceptional community of St. John’s Forest will present a new selection of gracious homesand 3 new Model Homes in the New Year. It’s worth waiting for.

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As we round the corner to the holiday season, preparations are underway across York Region by families who enjoy celebrating their cultures and religions in their own special ways. A microcosm of the multiculturalism that permeates the Canadian landscape, the Region of York embraces a population that represents a multitude of backgrounds. Statistics Canada’s 2001 Census shows the following among the top-�ve non-o�cial home languages in York and its nine municipalities: Cantonese, Chinese, Mandarin, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Persian (Farsi), Korean, Polish, Tamil, Punjabi, Dutch, Finnish, Hungarian, Vietnamese, Khmer (Cambodian) and Greek.

By 2006, the Census indicated that there were more than 200 distinct ethnic groups identi�ed in York. �e population had grown by 22 per cent, with immigrants accounting for nearly half of that growth. According to data from the 2011 Census, York Region is growing faster than any other area in the GTA, and is the third-fastest growing census division in Canada. Between 2006 and 2011, 140,000 more people had moved in.

In the publication Community Portraits: Immigrants Living in York Region – Women, Youth, Seniors, and Francophones (developed under the leadership of �e Regional Municipality of York and with the support of the Community Partnership Council), I found the following statement fascinating: “It is estimated that by 2031, 55 per cent of the Region’s population will be immigrants and 62 per cent will be visible minorities.”

One of the best things about living in a multicultural area is being exposed to the sights, sounds, textures, and especially the tastes and aromas that characterize people’s holiday traditions. I’m of Italian ancestry, and over the years, we have celebrated Christmas with a traditional tree and wonderful meals topped o� by pizzelles – wa�e-like cookies tinged with anise. �ere’s nothing like the scents of fresh pine and anise wafting in the air to bring to mind the holiday seasons of my youth. Many Italians also enjoy the fabulous fruited sponge cake panettone and a variety of �sh dishes, especially on Christmas Eve.

�ere are many other religious and cultural celebrations held during the month of December, and even before. Finns love the Christmas season so much, they start in November with pre-Christmas gatherings called Pikkujoulu. Ham served with mustard or bread, casseroles with liver and raisins, rice pudding with fruit and a traditional drink called glögi (a spiced, mulled beverage that can be served with or without alcohol) are popular at these celebrations.

Dutch families may begin Christmas day with brunch that features kerststol, a fruited loaf, slathered with butter. �e menu often

includes smoked salmon, fancy rolls and patés. Dinner might include anything from roast pork and game meats to fun gourmet fondues (called gourmetten), during which guests cook bite-sized pieces of meat and vegetables over a central grill. Common desserts on this day are marzipan, speculaas (spiced cookies) and �aky Jan Hagel cookies.

From December 26 through January 1,

African Americans celebrate Kwanzaa – a non-religious holiday that began in 1966 to honour ancient traditions and progressive social change. On December 31, families hold feasts consisting of dishes with sesame seeds, peanuts, collard greens, yams, �sh patties, black-eyed peas, Jollof rice and spicy sauces, reminiscent of the harvests that have nourished Africans for centuries. I attended a Kwanzaa-inspired dinner and was

captivated by the mouth-watering �avours and tempting aromas of the magni�cent dishes.

For Greek people, Christmas is about faith and traditional food. If you’ve ever had sesame baklava, which Greeks often make on Christmas Eve, you know that this is a people who love their sweets! Savoury meals may feature stu�ed cabbage, egg-lemon chicken soup, roasted pork, tzatziki, feta, tsipouro brandy and white or rosé wine.

�ose of Hungarian descent in York Region likely enjoy �sh soup, stu�ed cabbage, �sh and rice, and gingerbread cookies during the Christmas season. On Christmas Eve, many observe the tradition of baking sweet szaloncukor (chocolate-covered fondant wrapped in foil) and hanging them on the tree. �eir night-before-Christmas meal usually involves �sh and cabbage and poppy seed and walnut rolls called beigli.

Portuguese people also tend to celebrate Christmas on its Eve, with a meal highlighted by cod�sh with green vegetables, boiled potatoes, shell�sh, wild meats, fried cookies, nuts, and goat, lamb or turkey. As with all countries, there are regional favourites, so Portuguese Christmas meals may also include rice pudding and �lhós (fried dough sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon). �ere may also be a fun cake called “Bolo Rei” in which a tiny gift and a broad bean are hidden in it. �e diner who gets the gift can keep it, but the one who gets the bean has to pay for next year’s Bolo Rei.

In both France and Vietnam, Christmas Eve brings with it a meal that ends with a bûche de Noël (chocolate cake shaped like a log) for desert. �ose of Polish origin or descent celebrate Christmas Eve with a special meal called Wigilia, which may include beetroot soup, pierogi, mushroom ravioli and �sh. During the eight days of Hanukkah, potato pancakes called latkes, jelly doughnuts and fritters line Jewish families’ tables. I have enjoyed Hanukkah meals with friends, and the food is delightful.

And the list goes on… �is article includes but a few examples of

the delicacies and festivities of York Region’s multicultural population. November and December feature many other multicultural events and celebrations. Each brings with it special traditions and foods.

Being Italian, I tend to look at everything from a food perspective, but these meals are about something even more important. What they all have in common is the gathering together of family and friends to celebrate life. And when you live in York Region, you have a lot to celebrate during the holiday season, and all year long.

Dorothea Helms connects people and ideas, and can be reached at writer@wsws.ca

York Region residents ramp up for the holidays —

Multicultural StyleDorothea Helms

Connects people and ideas, and can be reached at writer@wsws.ca

Glazed ham

Marzipan

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PizzellesChristmas turkey

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For a limited time, you can take advantage of a fabulous opportunity to purchase with just 5% down and

take occupancy in one year at Xpression Condos on Yonge, Zancor Homes’ incredibly successful residence in Richmond Hill. Now well under construction, Xpression Condos offers something truly special for purchasers who appreciate convenience and spectacular design for attainable prices.

Access to major highways is around the corner, Hillcrest Mall is across the street, and public transportation is at your doorstep. A multitude of amenities surround this chic residence, which consists of two 15-storey towers rising from a six-storey podium with retail along Yonge. Amenities include 24-hour concierge service, an indoor pool, fitness studio with yoga area, relax spa with change rooms and steam rooms, games room with table tennis and pool tables, theatre room, Xpression Club party space, and three rooftop terraces fully equipped with barbeque stations, a fireplace and patio furniture.

Among the appointments are floor-to-ceiling windows; 9- to 11-foot ceiling heights (as per plans); oversized balconies, terraces and patios; kitchens with gorgeous quartz countertops, ceramic tile backsplash, stainless steel ENERGY STAR® appliances; and wide-plank laminate flooring in living areas and bedrooms. This level of standards offers the luxury of downtown condos in Richmond Hill.

To provide unbeatable value for purchasers, Zancor assembled an impressive design team. It includes Quadrangle Architects Limited for the dramatic exterior that features curved terraces for outstanding views, NAK Design Group for the verdant landscaping and Tomas Pearce Interior Design Consulting Inc. for the superb interiors.

Available suites range in size from 466 to 1,174 square feet, and prices begin from $261,900. See a sales representative for full details on buying with only 5% down. To become part of this incredible community, act now, while you still can!

The Presentation Centre is located at 9555 Yonge Street, Unit 11 (just south of Major Mackenzie Drive). For hours and more information, call 905-237-7810 or visit XpressionCondos.com.

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THE SORRENTOIS NOW OPEN

The Sorrento in Richmond Hill’s esteemed Oak Ridges neighbourhood is now open!

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