Canadian Living

The Canadian Living Magazine for helpful articles on food, cooking, health, relationships, family and lifestyles in Canada.

SEIZE THE DAYS

Canadian Living • EST. 1975 | VOL. 48, NO. 09 | NOVEMBER 2023

11 tricks, tips and ideas we love this month

BAGEL bonanza • You don’t have to trek to the nearest bakery to enjoy a great bagel. Try this recipe and you may never want to purchase these delicious classics again!

fashion & beauty

now trending • THE HOTTEST PRODUCTS AND THE LATEST NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF BEAUTY.

glow getter • Luminous skin is always in, but it can be tough to maintain a healthy glow during fall and winter, when colder, dryer air can leave your complexion looking dull. To lock down radiance year-round, try these top tips.

OUR PRODUCT PICKS

ONE MIDI SKIRT 3 LOOKS • Not too long, not too short—a midi skirt is just the right length…and there are so many ways to rock one! Check out three standout looks styled with this statement piece.

BUNDLED UP • The time has come to cocoon yourself in cozy fabrics and toasty layers. Upgrade your outerwear game with inspiration from these fashion-forward looks.

life & community

AN UNEXPECTED LOSS • How to manage finances when there’s a sudden death in the family.

PART 5: Refillable and Reusable Products • Great for improving your household’s overall sustainability, refillable and reusable products are widely available, convenient and equally as effective as their single-use counterparts. We spoke with two experts about how to make the switch.

health & fitness

Potato party • A staple on plates all over the world, the humble potato got its start thousands of years ago in South America. This unpretentious powerhouse is one of the most versatile vegetables: It can be baked, boiled, fermented, fried, roasted, scalloped and steamed! An oft-underestimated superfood, potatoes are rich in essential nutrients like protein, dietary fibre, vitamin C and potassium. Read on to find out why this perennial favourite is as curative as it is comforting.

UPPER CUT • Many of us carry tension in our shoulders, whether from spending too much time on our phones or simply from the stress of daily life, and it can cause our bodies to take on a hunched posture. If this sounds like you, try these exercises to strengthen your arms, shoulders and back.

home & garden

Step up • Most often considered for its function rather than its style, the staircase can be forgotten when it comes to decor, but there are plenty of ways to bring it up to date without breaking the budget.

CLEAN HOME, CLEAR MIND

Laundry room refresh • Doing laundry is an unavoidable chore, but if your space is functional and beautiful, you may just relish the task. Keep these tips in mind to create a room that’ll ease any wash day pain.

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cook & eat

GARLICKY good • A hearty bean soup and cheesy garlic bread are some of the best ways to enjoy this powerful member of the allium family.

what’s for dinner? • Whip up these weeknight suppers in 30 minutes or less.

Hola, delicious • The flavours of Mexican cuisine are enticing to say the least—that’s why we’re saying “Mas, por favor,” to these inspired sweet and savoury dishes.

mushroom magic • The mouthwatering umami flavour you’ll get from these inventive dishes is sure to leave you wanting more.

Gratifying GRATINS • Warm, savoury and totally melt-in-your-mouth, these baked beauties are cooked to perfection and simply bursting with flavour.

PASTA perfection • Whip up this quick, easy-to-make skillet supper when you’re crunched for time.

THE WAY THE cookie crumbles • Bring these decadent...