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As the temperatures heat up, many urbanites flock to cottages and campsites to escape the steamy confines of the city. Before you head off to your own lakeside Shangri-la, it’s best to take a few steps of preparation and potentially avoid a massive headache. The first question you need to … Read More
Last winter, we were smitten (or, you know, something more masculine) with these City of Neighbourhood toques. This year, we’re happy that the people responsible, Tuck Shop Trading Co., is collaborating with Norquay, makers of fine paddles, for these cottage country toques ($35 each).
Whatever your stance on climate change, there’s no debating that Ontario’s winter has been curiously mild this year. For some Canadians, no doubt, snowless streets are a delight; still, for those who have grown accustomed, or even attached, to four true seasons, the warmer weather stifles a deeply ingrained cycle … Read More
It’s been said too many times to count, but there ain’t no cure for the summertime blues. There is a way to medicate however, and it involves packing up, heading to the cottage and rocking out. If you find yourself sitting lakeside this summer, try and track down one of … Read More
Barbecuing, it’s often said, is the easiest way to cook. Indeed, cleanup is simple, and any idiot can make a decent hot dog. Still, true grilling excellence is very difficult to attain. Follow these 10 essential rules, however, and it might just be within reach. 1. Use an instant-read thermometer … Read More
