Canadian Living

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

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Canadian Living

10 tricks, tips and ideas we love this month

Choose your cruise • For those looking to leave their troubles behind and enjoy a relaxing vacation, there’s no shortage of cruise options available. And if you want to be mindful of your carbon footprint when setting sail, read on for tips for cruising the world while keeping its sustainability in mind.

COOK THE COVER TOP DOGS • Ketchup, mustard and relish have nothing on these gourmet toppings. Head to page 90 to experience true hot dog heaven.

fashion & beauty

now trending • The hottest products and the latest news from the world of beauty.

Eco-conscious beauty • WE ALL HAVE A PART TO PLAY WHEN IT COMES TO CONSUMING MORE MINDFULLY AND LIMITING WASTE. WHEN YOU GET TO THE END OF YOUR FAVOURITE HAIR OR SKIN-CARE PRODUCT, TRY ONE OF THESE CHOICES CREATED WITH THE ENVIRONMENT IN MIND.

Next stop, niacinamide • Most of us are familiar with skin-care heroes retinol and vitamin C, but the lesser-known ingredient niacinamide offers an impressive range of skin benefits that make it a worthy addition to your routine.

ICE ICE beauty • Cryotherapy is one of the hottest (and coldest!) beauty trends of the year. Not sure where to start? Here’s how to harness the power of cold for healthy skin and hair.

Sunny Days Ahead • With summer heat fast approaching, Canadian-owned family discount store Giant Tiger has your wardrobe covered—no matter what’s on your calendar this season.

ONE DENIM SKIRT 3 LOOKS • In a universally flattering A-line silhouette, there are no limits to how you can style this versatile denim skirt.

fabulous FROCKS • If you’re ready to welcome summer clad in a fun and flirty dress, we’re with you. Whether you’re drawn to warm or cool colour palettes, there are plenty of trendy styles to choose from.

BEACH BABE • Is it time to refresh your summer swimwear? Let these chic flattering looks inspire you to lounge pool-side or at the beach in style.

life & community

making PLANS • How to have a conversation about money with your aging parent.

SUMMER STOCK • Wherever your literary leanings take you, from debut authors and Canadian mysteries to historical epics and steamy rom-coms, these summer reads have you covered.

health & fitness

PRAISE FOR Parmesan • This month, we’re extolling the virtues of Parmesan cheese. Made from three simple ingredients—grass-fed cow’s milk (from specific provinces in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, including Parma and Reggio Emilia), salt and rennet—production of Parmesan can be traced back to the Middle Ages! In Europe, Parmigiano Reggiano is a product of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) with strict quality control and testing. More than just an umami morsel, Parmesan is a functional food with health-giving properties and a source of protein, vitamins and minerals. Read on to learn why Parmesan is called the “King of Cheese.”

Getting to the Root of EMOTIONAL EATING • It’s 100 percent normal to reach for food when your mood is low, but how do you make sure emotional eating doesn’t become problematic emotional overeating? Find out here.

home & garden

Everybody Out! • If a patio, balcony or backyard refresh is just what your place needs this season, peruse the following pages to find some stylish inspiration.

WELL PLANTED • In addition to their beauty, some plants have other assets: They can be perfect for making bouquets, tasty in salads or irresistible to hummingbirds, for example. Here are 15 hard-working varieties you’ll want to have...