From the launch of MUJI Canada’s online store to the confirmation of Lashana Lynch as the next 007, here’s everything that made headlines this week.
A Rolling Stones exhibit is coming to Canada
Following stints in Europe, the United States and Asia, a Rolling Stones exhibit titled “Unzipped” will open at Kitchener’s experiential museum THEMUSEUM next year. Tickets for the multimedia, immersive exhibit, which features artefacts and memorabilia from the band’s nearly sixty-year history, are now on sale to the general public. “Unzipped” is the first international exhibition devoted to the Stones, and celebrates their contributions to the worlds of music, art and design. Get details here.
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MUJI launched online shopping in Ontario and BC
Japanese lifestyle brand MUJI has just launched its first online shopping platform in Canada. Customers in Ontario and British Columbia will now be able to purchase items online, with the option of shipping or in-store pickup. At launch, MUJI Canada’s online store will feature 250 of the brand’s most popular homeware products, such as gel pens, reusable face masks, 2021 planners and more. The brand intends to expand its shipping area to the rest of Canada in the near future. Stay tuned.
Lashana Lynch confirmed that she’s the next 007
Way back in July 2019, British actress Lashana Lynch was reported to be the next 007, following in Daniel Craig’s footsteps as the infamous secret agent. Now, in a new interview, Lynch has confirmed that she will indeed be the first Black woman to take on the iconic role and has been preparing herself emotionally for the inevitable backlash. “I am one Black woman—if it were another Black woman cast in the role, it would have been the same conversation, she would have got the same attacks, the same abuse,” she said. “I just have to remind myself that the conversation is happening and that I’m a part of something that will be very, very revolutionary.”
Legendary shoemaker Christian Louboutin announced the launch of his new fragrance collection, Loubiworld, this week. The collection is comprised of seven unisex fragrances ($390 each) – Loubicroc (a spicy oriental), Loubifunk (a floral rose scent), Loubiraj (a leather woody scent), Loubikiss (a floral woody scent), Loubidoo (a floral fruity scent), Loubicrown (a woody oriental) and Loubirouge (an oriental spicy scent). The Loubirouge fragrance is reportedly the scent version of the designer’s iconic red-bottom shoes. The fragrances are all housed in bright red bottles with ornate bottle caps that will add a touch of luxury to your vanity. Shop the collection here.
Sephora Canada announces November Beauty Insider Charity Rewards partner
Back in May, Sephora updated its Beauty Insider rewards program, and in August it announced that customers could use their points to donate to a Canadian charity which would change on a monthly basis. For November, Sephora Canada is partnering with Indspire, an Indigenous charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. Until November 30 you can exchange 500 points for a $10 donation, 1,000 points for a $20 donation or 1,500 points for a $30 donation. For more information, click here.
Deciem kicked off its “KNOWvember” program for 2020
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are coming up and whilst plenty of brands are preparing for the online sales event, Canadian beauty company Deciem is going their own way. Instead of offering a flash sale for Black Friday or Cyber Monday, for the second year in a row the brand is offering 23 per cent off every product from all of its brands including The Ordinary, Niod, Hylamide, Chemistry Brand and HIF for the whole month. The premise behind “KNOWvember” is to encourage consumers to shop slowly. “Flash sales can encourage people to purchase things they may not need due to the fear of a sell-out,” the brand wrote in a release. “Not only does this leave people with products that don’t suit their needs – it also adds to the huge negative impact that hyper-consumerism is putting on our planet.” The brand writes that it hopes that by offering the 23 per cent discount for the month of November that it will “empower people with the time and information required to buy less, but better.” Additionally, the company will shut all of its e-commerce and physical stores on Black Friday “for a moment of nothingness.”
Crispy, perfectly seasoned, and so scrumptious, these Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes are going to be your new go to favorite! Your family is going to be so impressed when you set these on the table for dinner!
Hasselback potatoes are so popular because of their visual appeal, but they also have incredible taste and texture. The thin cuts turn ultra crispy and almost chip like. The inside will be soft and lucious. The garlic, butter and herbs will pool down in between the folds for flavor in every bite.
These dramatic looking potatoes are so easy! That’s the best part. They look so extravagant but they’re so simple it’s almost not fair. There is definitely a WOW factor to the look of these and the garlic butter gives a flavor to match. They are just as much fun to eat as to make. Make them today!
What are Hasselback Potatoes?
What’s in a name? These fanfare potatoes got their start in Sweden in the 1700s at the Hasselbacken Hotel in Stockholm. Thus their name Hasselback potatoes. They are simply ordinary potatoes thinly slices in such a way that when they bake the slices separate and create a fan like appearance. This allows for butter, herbs and seasonings to sink deep into the cracks and throughout the potatoes. They are crispy, flavorful and super impressive!
Hasselback Baked Potato Ingredients
Everyone assumes that these must be super hard because they look a little fancy. They are so easy! And so good! It takes just a little bit of time to cut them but it’s totally worth it.
Potatoes: About 4-5 russets
Butter: Melted
Garlic: Fresh is best for this recipe but you can use jarred if your in a hurry.
Fresh Rosemary, Thyme and Parsley: Finely chop the herbs.
Salt and Pepper: To taste
Making Easy Hasselback Potatoes
Prep: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Wash and pat dry your potatoes.
Cut: Slice the potatoes thinly stopping about half an inch from the bottom. See notes below for best tips. Salt and pepper.
Brush: Melt the butter in a small bowl and stir in the fresh herbs and garlic.
Bake: Place the potatoes in a 9×13 baking dish. Brush with the butter and back for 40-60 min or till done.
How to Cut Hasselback Potatoes
There are a couple of different ways to achieve this classic look, and there are a few tips to make it easier.
Sharp knife: Make sure your knife is sharp and do not use a serrated knife. They’re not the right tool for the job
Hasselback Cutter: Yes there is such a thing, and I use this one here found on Amazon.
Spoons: If you don’t have a hasselback cutter never fear. Take two wooden spoons and place them on either side of your potato as you slice them. This will create a natural stop for your knife so you don’t accidently cut all the way through.
Chopsticks: These will do the same thing as the spoons. Place on either side of the potato and again it will create a natural stop for your knife.
Perfect Garlic Hasselback Potatoes
The hardest part is the cutting, here are a few ideas to make it easier.
Flavor: Experiment with flavors and seasonings. You can use chili powder, Italian seasoning, and ranch or create your own mix of flavors.
Top it: Top these with cheese, sour cream, bacon, any of your favorite toppings or just a little bit more butter. You can eat them straight from the pan as well.
Baste it: For more intense flavor save half of your seasonings and reapply half way through the cooking time. The potatoes will have opened up some and allow for more butter goodness to seep down it.
More Amazing Potato Recipes
Potatoes are just so good and good for you. They can be cooked in so many different ways and super filling. Got to love those potatoes.
Crispy, perfectly seasoned, and so scrumptious, these Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes are going to be your new go to favorite! Your family is going to be so impressed when you set these on the table for dinner!
CourseSide Dish
CuisineAmerican
Keywordhasselback potatoes
Prep Time15minutes
Cook Time1hour
Total Time1hour15minutes
Servings4People
Calories376kcal
AuthorAlyssa Rivers
Ingredients
4-5medium sizerusset potatoes
salt and pepperto taste
1/2cupbuttermelted
1teaspoonfresh parsleyfinely chopped
1teaspoonfresh thymefinely chopped
1teaspoonfresh rosemaryfinely chopped
3clovesgarlicminced
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Wash and scrub the potatoes. Slice the potatoes thinly leaving a half an inch base at the bottom.* Salt and pepper the potatoes.
In a small bowl combine melted butter, parsley, thyme, rosemary and garlic. Place the potatoes in a 9x13 inch backing dish. Brush the garlic herb butter along the tops of the potatoes.
Roast the potatoes for 40-60 minutes or until fork tender.
Notes
*I used this hasselback cutter from amazon here and it worked great!
Designer Jil Sander’s +J collection returns to Uniqlo stores after almost a decade since her last collaboration with the brand. The collection of elevated essentials includes coats, blouses and cashmere that embody the minimal, modern, and architectural style known to the designer. “I set out to define the global modern uniform with this in mind: Clothes should be long- lasting and enduring. They should serve the wearer and give her or him the energy and self- assurance which is so much needed in our global reality,” says Sander. Fans of the designer can get a taste of her aesthetic without the hefty price tag, with Uniqlo’s collection ranging from $29.90 to $329.90. +J is available online and in Uniqlo stores starting November 12th.
Hugo Boss released its latest responsible sailing capsule
Photography courtesy of Hugo Boss
On November 8, Alex Thomson will take part in the Vendée Globe, a non-stop yacht race around the world. Thomson will race the Hugo Boss yacht, a custom designed vessel that took a team of over 100 people 30 months to build. The Hugo Boss branded black and pink boat – the aesthetic components of which were designed by Canadian Karim Rashid – compliments the brand’s responsible sailing capsule collection. The eight-piece capsule is inspired by Thomson’s commitment to sustainability in his sport and is made from recycled polyester and organic cotton. As the second sailing collection from the brand, this assortment was designed to directly link to the Hugo Boss yacht and similarly strives to use reduced resources. With performance elements like a water-resistant rain jacket and breathable cotton T-shirts, both fashion and function take centre stage in this capsule.
A Net-A-Porter island is coming to Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Indulge in a little fashion-focused escapism with the launch of a new Net-A-Porter locale in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Come November 2, you’ll find a rendering of the e-comm giant’s London headquarters, complete with photography studio and editorial room plus a space for sports and meditation, and a spot to snap a NookPhone selfie. Done in collaboration with artist Kara Chung and creative agency WeSuperseed, the swish virtual space also boasts an opportunity for visitors to purchase pieces from an exclusive Fall 2020 capsule collection by Isabel Marant.
Canadian outerwear brand Nobis has launched their No Cold Shoulder campaign aiming to keep more than 15,000 people warm this winter. Nobis is making donating gently used coats as easy as possible by offering biodegradable mailer bags and prepaid shipping labels for customers to ship donations with. Labels are available at Nobis stores and can be shipped to customers with online purchases. The campaign will donate the collected coats to local charities. In addition to the coat drive, the brand will donate $50 from each Nobis coat purchased in November to GLOW (Gently Loved Outfits to Wear) and 100% of proceeds from sales of its beanies will be donated to New Circles Community Services.
Knix announced its online warehouse sale is starting on Tuesday
Shop your favourite pieces from Knix for a fraction of the price starting November 10th. The trusted Canadian intimates brand has announced its second online warehouse sale will offer discounts of up to 50% off. The first sale of its kind took place at the beginning of the pandemic and sold more in the first 10 minutes of the sale than all of Black Friday in 2019 so make your calendars for 12pm EST to stock up on your Knix favourites.
ela teamed up with Sasha Exeter on a vegan handbag (that sold out not long after launch)
This week, Toronto-based accessories brand ela launched its new collaboration with Sasha Exeter. Together with designer Ela Aldorsson, Exeter co-designed a chic, limited-edition version of the brand’s belt bag in a vegan black croc leather. Speaking of the design – which included a 100 per cent recycled lining made from eight plastic water bottles – Exeter wrote on Instagram, “Aligned with a vision to create a bag that would be seasonless, sophisticated, and functional for all women (with belt sizes in S/M and L/XL), Ela and I landed on this timeless design made to be worn as a crossbody or around the waist.” The bag launched on Monday and sold out shortly after. There’s no word yet on whether there will be another run of the bags but we suggest keeping your eyes peeled on social to pounce if there is.
This well known “Southern” dip actually got its start in the north, New York State to be exact. But the South perfected this creamy dish post WWII, which has won the stomachs of many. This is in fact one of the most popular spreads and most used in the south. With it’s creamy cheesy flavor there’s little wonder why.
Pimento Cheese is one of those dips that adults and kids love alike. It’s also very versatile, you can customize it to your tastes. This is fun to make and delicious to eat! It’s a true favorite. It can be used in so many ways. And it’s so quick and easy to transport. This is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a party, or snacks for the kids, it’s a winner!
Easy Pimento Dip Ingredients
Just a few ingredients make this scrumptious dip.
Cream Cheese: Can use reduced fat cream cheese if you want.
Mayonnaise: Do not confuse this for Miracle whip.
Cheddar Cheese: Medium or sharp cheddar give the best flavor.
Jar Pimentos: Drain before using.
Onion, Garlic, and Paprika: The spices that meld it all together.
Dip, Baby Dip!
This is so quick and easy! Have some fun and watch a movie, play a game and enjoy this dip!
Combine: Place all the ingredients in a medium sized bowl.
Mix: Using a hand mixer beat the ingredients till combined.
What Are Pimentos?
Pepper: Well according to those who know, a pimento, or cherry pepper is a variety of large, red, heart-shaped chili pepper that measures 3 to 4 in long and 2 to 3 in wide. The flesh of the pimiento is sweet, succulent, and more aromatic than that of the red bell pepper. Pimento peppers aren’t frequently found fresh but are sold jarred in most grocery stores. You can usually find them near the olives or in the specialty foods
Pimento cheese: is just a combination of cheddar, cream cheese, mayo, spices, and the key ingredient, pimento peppers. This recipe was developed in the early 1900’s and perfected after WWII. It’s become an extremely popular spread.
Tips and Variations for Hot Pimento Dip
Mayo: Authentic pimento cheese dip is made with a good quality mayo. You can substitute for the mayo with plain unsweetened yogurt with success, but it will change the flavor.
Cheese: Shred your own cheese from a fresh block. Pre shredded cheese often comes coated and will detract from the creaminess.
Different Cheese: You can play around with the cheese to your liking. Use a combination of cheeses, or a different flavor. The type of cheese you use will definitely change the flavor.
Spice it up: Add hot sauce or buffalo sauce and pepper jack cheese to spice things up. Using different spices can make this dip unique.
Not Just a Dip: This a wonderful on bread and grilled for a grilled pimento cheese sandwich to die for! Use it instead of mayo on sandwiches for extra zing
Top it: Put on top of grilled chicken, pork, hamburgers or other meat for a twist on the normal.
