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December 21, 2007
Episode 80 - 21/12/2007
Today on the show we're hanging out with 22 Minutes star Geri Hall. She shows us how to make her festive rum sauce and dishes the dirt on what it's like being the newest cast member of the hit comedy series.
Also, find out how to take a bottle of homemade wine and dress it up to make the perfect gift.
Want to have your own wine cellar? The staff at Port of Wines can help you get started.
Port of Wines
5431 Doyle Street
Halifax
902-422-0580
Geri Hall's Rum Sauce Recipe
1 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup dark rum
1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/4 cup heavy cream
December 20, 2007
Episode 79 - 20/12/2007
It's the season to be good to your friends, family and yourself - so today on the show I'm going to splurge and get something I've always wanted. We'll show you everything you need to know before going under the needle.
Living Halifax tries to recreate the famous Rum Runners cake at home.
And we have everything you need to know about buying vodka and gin.
Bacardi rum Cake Recipe
1 c. chopped pecans or walnuts
1 pkg. (2 layer size) yellow cake mix
1 pkg. (4 serving size) Jello brand vanilla flavor instant pudding & pie filling
4 eggs
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. oil
1 cup sugar (for glaze)
1/2 c. Bacardi dark rum (80 proof)
Or use pudding included yellow cake mix; decrease water to 1/4 cup.
Sprinkle nuts evenly in bottom of 10 inch tube or fluted tube pan that has been greased and floured or sprayed with Pam pure vegetable cooking spray. Combine remaining ingredients in large mixer bowl. Blend, then beat at medium speed for 4 minutes. Pour into pan. Bake at 325 degrees for about 1 hour or until cake begins to pull away from sides of pan. DO NOT UNDERBAKE. Cool in pan 15 minutes. Prepare glaze. Invert cake onto serving plate. Prick with cake tester or wooden pick. Carefully spoon warm glaze over warm cake.
Glaze
Combine in saucepan:
1/2 c. butter
1/4 c. water
1 cup sugar
Stir until mixture comes to a boil; boil 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in 1/2 cup rum; bring just to boil.
Hopefully your turns out better than ours!
Tattoo Temptation
If you've always wanted to add a little art to your body, our friends at Oceanic Art are the talented artists behind Heidi's design that you can trust.
121 Portland Street, Dartmouth
466.8288
Wedding Deals
Need some help finding the perfect dress? The frugal bride website can help you out.
frugalbride.com
December 19, 2007
Episode 78 - 19/12/2007
Today on the show we're continuing our look at creative ways you can be good to your friends, family and yourself this season.
We're heading to JW Doull Bookstore to learn about the magic of second hand books and why they make such great gifts.
Jennifer Adcock and Michael Best get themselves prettied up for this season's party circuit, and we show you how to mix and match vintage jewelry with modern fashions for a great new look.
JW Doull Booksellers
For an adventure in second hand books you can find John W. Doull booksellers on the corner of Barrington and Prince Street.
1684 Barrington St.
429-1652
Get waxed!
If you have some unwanted hair you'd like to rid yourself of the estheticians at Fred can help you out.
Fred Salon
2606 Agricola Street
902-455-9438
Vintage Jewelery
If vintage jewelry is something you're interested in Merle will be happy to pick out something special for you.
Clotheshorse
1530 Queen Street
(up the stairs from Elsie's)
One Tequila More!
Tempted by tequila? The staff at Port of Wines on Doyle Street will be happy to answer all your questions.
Port of Wines
5431 Doyle Street
Halifax
902-422-0580
December 18, 2007
Episode 77 - 18/12/2007
Today on the show, we have tips on how to take a great pet photo from a local artist whose pet portrait business is a hit with animal lovers in metro.
Find out how vintage jewelry can spruce up your wardrobe.
And if you think all rums are created equal have we got some news for you!
You can find The Clotheshorse at 1530 Queen Street upstairs from Elsie's.
28 Toes
5781 Charles St.
902-405-3662 or toll free 1-877-818-3662
info@28toes.com
The Rum 411
If you have a rum related question the staff at Port of Wines will help you out.
Port of Wines
5431 Doyle Street
902-422-0580
Home Made Rug Cleaner Recipe
Mix Together:
1/4 cup of salt,
1/4 c Borax
1/4 c vinegar.
Rub paste into carpet and leave for a few hours. Vacuum and scrub if necessary.
December 17, 2007
Episode 76 - 17/12/2007
Today on the show we're starting our week-long look at creative ways you can be good to your friends, family and yourself.
It's the season for giving so what better way to help someone than by giving the gift of blood. We'll show you how you can do it and meet someone who is passionate about being a donor.
Also, Gillian Grant and the battle of the bulge and Living Halifax's Jenn Adcock kicks off her 5 part series on spirits.
Guacamole Recipe
1. Peel and mash 4 avocados in a medium size bowl.
2. Finely chop 1 tomato and 2 green onions, 2 garlic cloves and 1 or 2 jalapenos. Add to avocado mixture.
3. Combine ingredients and mix until you achieve a smooth consistency
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Add a bit of lemon juice and mix. This will stop it from going brown.
6. Serve with nacho chips or inside a warm tortilla!
Canadian Blood Services
Interested in donating? Here's how you can contact a branch of the Canadian Blood Services nearest you.
www.bloodservices.ca
To find a blood donation clinic near you call 1-888-2 DONATE (236-6283)
Scotch Info
If you have a scotch related question the staff at Port of Wines will be happy to help you out.
Port of Wines
5431 Doyle Street
902-422-0580
December 14, 2007
Episode 75 - 14/12/2007
Today on the show, the board chairman for the Quinpool Road Business Association lets me in on what's coming up next for the strip. Joy Knight and Michael Best try to de-mystify the moussaka - at home - it's quite a production! Musician Jill Barber and I spend some girl time together and you may know how to dress for cruising - but does your man?
Oops - we didn't get the recipe off cooks.com - it was foodtv.ca - here's the link and the recipe
http://www.foodtv.ca/recipes/recipedetails.aspx?dishid=3324
Lamb Moussaka
Yield: 12
Ingredients:
Vegetable Layers
2 1/2 lb. eggplant, (3 large)
1 tbsp salt
1/4 cup olive oil
3 zucchini, sliced, 1/4 inch thick
Meat Sauce
2 lb. ground lamb
2 medium Onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tbsp dried oregano leaves
1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can Tomato paste
1/2 cup dry red wine, optional
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper, to taste
White Sauce
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup all purpose flour
4 cups Milk
1 tsp salt
4 egg, beaten
3 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
Directions:
Vegetable Layers
CUT eggplant into 1/4” (5mm) thick slices. Layer in colander, sprinkling each layer with salt. Let stand 30 minutes.
RINSE eggplant; pat dry. Place in single layer on baking sheet. Brush with olive oil. Broil, turning once for 4 to 6 minutes on each side, until golden and softened. Set aside. Repeat until all eggplants are cooked. SAUTE zucchini in large oiled frying pan until tender-crisp. Set aside.
Meat Sauce
COOK lamb in large saucepan on high heat, breaking up with spoon, for 5 minutes. Drain off fat. Add onions, garlic and oregano. Cook on medium for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato paste and wine. Simmer 10 minutes, or until mixture starts to thicken. Stir in parsley, salt and pepper. Set aside.
White Sauce
MELT margarine in large saucepan. Add flour, mixing until smooth. Gradually add milk. Cook, stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil and is thickened. Add salt and nutmeg. Add a bit of hot mixture to beaten eggs then return to saucepan and cook 2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.
To Assemble
Tips: · Place pan on a baking sheet or piece of foil to catch any drips that may boil over. · MAKE-AHEAD: After assembling, cool completely, uncovered in refrigerator. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 day or overwrap with heavy foil and freeze up to 3 weeks. Thaw in refrigerator 48 hours before baking. · Replace lamb with beef. · A thin bottom layer of sautéed sliced potatoes can be added.
Jill Barber CD "For All Time"
jillbarber.com
Jill Barber's new Christmas CD with Meghan Smith and Rose Cousins is also available at all Lawton's Drugs locations
PACKING FOR MEN
Whether packing for yourself or the man in your life, here's what TL recommends to pack for men on your next cruise.
White shirt
Several ties
Black jacket
Golf shirts
Black or khaki pants
Tanks and trunks
December 13, 2007
You and Your Pet Photo Contest Submissions
This season's You and Your Pet Photo contest is off to a great start! Thanks to everyone for sending in their fantastic photos - the Living Halifax team LOVES to receive them! Click on the link below to see the entries submitted so far. Enjoy!
Ashley Gouthro
This is a photo of me and my DOG Taboo :) after playing in the April Snow of 2007 :)
Jeana Condon
"This is our cat, Oliver, who fell asleep with his head on the railing and a christmas light right between his eyes".
Dave Boyce
This is Casey ( last years winner!! ), enjoying a day at the beach, being buried to her neck!
Heather Cornick
Machui Bengals
Denise Clarke
This is a picture of my husband, Jeff and our dog, Doogle. They are catching a few z's on the couch. Doogle loves to cuddle and when you take a nap he is right there with you. He especially loves sleeping on his back. Doogle is a miniature schnauzer and Jeff is a great husband.
Episode 74 - 13/12/2007
Today on the show, I learn about about the lost art of saying thank you - with a card - a real card that. I visit the Clay Café where you can sit, relax, have a chat with some friends - and keep your hands busy at the same time. Also we have part 3 in our packing for a cruise series, and more about how one person got active and involved with the arthritis society and how that inspired her to live life to the fullest.
For more information on classes and hours of operation, call the Clay Cafe on Quinpool Road.
Clay Cafe
6413 Quinpool Road
429 2994
claycafe.ca
If you're living with arthritis and want to get active but don't know how, try contacting your local chapter of the Arthritis Society for information on their Lifestyle Makeover program.
To check out what's new in the world of stationary, drop by Duly Noted on Quinpool Road or visit their website
Duly Noted Stationary
6224 Quinpool Road
446 5605
TL recommends checking out this website cruisecritic.com - it has EVERYTHING a person would need to know about cruising!!
December 12, 2007
Episode 73 - 12/12/2007
Today on Living Halifax, we continue our travels along Quinpool Road and partake in the age -old Chinese tradition of dim sum - chicken feet anyone? There's part 2 of our series on preparing for a cruise vacation and I get juiced at Planet Organic.
Before your next trip, check out the Government of Canada's website for Canadians traveling abroad.
Dim Sum
You have to check out the dim sum at China Classic Restaurant from Thursday to Monday at lunch.
China Classic
6311 Quinpool Road
429 2828
Dim Sum 11AM - 3PM Thursday to Monday
Halifax Parkour
If you'd like to try your hand at parkour here are the regular regular meet up times and everyone is welcome!
Sunday - 12 noon
Wednesday - 3pm
Friday - 3 pm
Meet at the clock tower on Citadel Hill
halifaxparkour.com
Carrot Apple Ginger Juice Recipe
2 large carrots
1 apple (or two, depending on how sweet you like it)
Thumb sized piece of ginger (peeled)
Stick them all in the juicer and drink up!
Planet Organic Vengetable Juice
2 beets
1 celery stalk
bunch of parsely
1 large carrot
Feel free to experiment with vegetables you like and enjoy!
December 11, 2007
Episode 72 - 11/12/2007
Today on Living Halifax, we continue our weeklong visit to Quinpool Road with a visit to Aqua Creations. Living with arthritis didn't stop Michelle Richard from hiking in the Andes - and raising money for the arthritis society at the same time. And if you're about to set sail on a sunny cruise this winter, we've got a checklist of what to bring with you.
If you'd like to get started with your own saltwater fish tank or mini coral reef - just pay Erin a visit at Aqua Creations on Quinpool Road.
Aqua Creations
6290 Quinpool Road
422 1288
Before your next trip, check out the Government of Canada's website for Canadians traveling abroad.
To create your own t-shirt for yourself or a gift, just stop by Kung Fu T-shirts on Quinpool Rd
Kung Fu T-Shirts
6265 Quinpool Road
446 3488
Home Made Antiperspirant
225 ml purified water
225 ml rubbing alcohol
2 tablespoons alum
3 tablespoons rose water
Mix the water, alcohol, alum and rose water together.
Transfer the mixture into a plastic spray bottle and use as you would any commercial antiperspirant
For more information on the Joints in Motion Program, contact your local chapter of the arthritis society:
Episode 71 - 10/12/2007
Today on Living Halifax, are you looking for something to do during the long winter months? How about bottling your own wine? That'll keep you warm! We also have the first of a three part series with Michelle Richard, an inspirational person living with arthritis who keeps herself on the move. And doesn't the idea of a winter getaway to the tropics sound good right about now? It's easier and more affordable than you might think.
Noble Grape has 5 locations in Halifax where you can find everything you need to make wine. Their Helpful staff is always willing to answer your questions so visit them in person, online or give them a call....
Noble Grape
(902) 435-WINE (9463)
Locations:
900 Cole Harbour Rd.
95 Akerley Blvd.
362 Lacewood Drive
6112 Quinpool Road
833 Sackville Drive
For more information on booking a perfect winter getaway that's just right for you, contact Roberta at Concord Travel on Quinpool Road
Roberta King
Concord Travel
6281 Quinpool Rd
423 5356
To find a chapter of the arthritis society in your area, check out their website at
December 07, 2007
Episode 70 - 07/12/2007
Halifax is steeped in a rich history and there are many Haligonians who not only know a lot about it history but who also have many great stories of their own to share. Today we're visiting the volunteers at Pier 21 and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic to find out what being a tour guide is all about.
Neville MacKay chips away the frost and adds colour and life to your home with his stunning floral winter décor ideas and get ready to harness your creativity because we're making play dough!
To contact Pier 21 visit pier21.ca or visit at
1050 Marginal Rd, Halifax
425.7770
For more information on the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic go to
1675 Lower Water Street
Halifax
424.7490
museum.gov.ns.ca/mma
For all your floral needs visit Neville MacKay at
My Mother's Bloomers
5640 Spring Garden Road (Upper Level)
902.422.2700
mymothersbloomers.ca
December 06, 2007
Episode 69 - 06/12/2007
Our journey continues through Halifax as we introduce you to some of the most exciting volunteering opportunities in the city. Our new Gardening column has all the answers for indoor gardening (you couldn't resist the temptation an you picked an orchid up at the store, uh oh, now what, I'll show you how to avoid killing it)... I get creative at the Halifax Bead Pod and Jennifer Adcock and Michael Best take a beating while reviving a lost art form.
For more information on the being a library volunteer and how to apply, visit halifaxpubliclibraries.ca
The Bead Pod
1567 Grafton Street
Halifax
422-1413
December 05, 2007
Episode 68 - 05/12/2007
Today on the show, being a fire fighter is a difficult and dangerous job - and across Canada there are people that do it for free! That's right, the volunteer fire departments are essential to rural communities. Today I'm going to find out how you can get involved in your community and why being part of such a team can be so rewarding.
Also, Joy Knight and Michael Best are seeing smoke in the kitchen with their latest cooking adventure as they deep fry some strange concoctions!
For more information on volunteer fire fighting or for a volunteer application, go to http://halifax.ca/Fire/VolunteerFirefighterRecruitment.html
December 04, 2007
Episode 66 - 03/12/2007
Today on Living Halifax...Halifax is an amazing city to live in and there's nothing we love more than exploring it and discovering new people, places and activities. It's also a great city to get involved in. All this week, we're showing you five unique and exciting ways to spend your time and share your talents with this great city.
Today we meet up with local volunteer hero Mel Boutilier and spend time at Hope Cottage.
Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community and make an important impact and differnece in the lives of others.
Contact Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank at http://www.parkerstreet.org
Or call 902.425.2125
Email wehelp@parkerstreet.org
For more information on Hope Cottage call 902.429.7968 or visit at 2435 Brunswick Street, Halifax.
Episode 67 - 04/12/2007
Today on Living Halifax...If you've always wanted to bring your musical talents to the masses or you just love classical music then we've got a show for you! We spend the day with the Chebucto Symphony Orchestra, a community orchestra made up of talented volunteer musicians.
Living Halifax Producer Ken MacIntosh is taking the vineyard out of wine, and we have the top nutrition facts you need to know.
To contact the Chebucto Community Orchestra check out their website at chebuctosymphony.ca
Email inquiries can be sent to Jennifer Hunter at: jhunter@ns.sympatico.ca
Living Halifax Photo Contest!
It's contest time again!!! Last season we received so many great photos that we're doing it again. We want your best photos of you and your pet. Maybe you look alike, or were caught in a funny moment. Or maybe you and your pet just like to pose for the camera - well we want to see it! Email your submission to livinghalifax@cbc.ca and in clude your first and last name, mailing adress and phone number.
Carsand Mosher will once again be providing us with a digital camera for our winner and make sure you check back regularily to see the submitted photos.
Click here to see submitted entries!
Please note that our upload and submissions page is still out of order so contest entries must be sent through our Living Halifax email adress.
You can also send your submissions by snail mail to
Living HalifaxCBC TV
PO Box 3000
Halifax, N.S.
B3J 3E9
About Living Halifax
Host Heidi Petracek
CBC Television lightens up daytime programming with Living Halifax - an entertaining and informative daily half-hour show that offers a fresh, hands-on approach to life in Halifax.
Click on the link below to learn about Jen and Michael's Summer Road Trip Adventures, to meet the rest of Living Halifax's regular contributors, and to view our new viewer photo gallery.
