A Big PIE Media Group Happy Birthday to the Latest Cover of PIE Bookazine Kim Cattrall

Kim Victoria Cattrall

By Kirsten Garbutt, 21 Aug 2012

Photographer: Timothy Greenfield-Saunders

Born: August 21, 1956

Where: Mossley Hill, Liverpool, England (Emigrated to Canada at the age of 3)

Interesting note: Cattrall began her career before graduating from high school in 1972, when she left Canada for the United States. There, she attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and upon her graduation signed a five-year movie deal with director Otto Preminger, making her film debut in Preminger's Rosebud in 1975.

Notable Achievements

• Kim Cattrall was nominated 3 times for a Golden Globe Award for her role as Samantha Jones in the HBO series Sex & the City, taking the award home in 2003.
• In 2002 and 2004, her and fellow cast members of Sex & the City took home a Screen Actors Guild Award for "Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series"
• Kim Cattrall was inducted into the Canadian Walk of Fame in 2009 in the Actor category.
• In 2012, Kim was inducted into the Comox Valley Walk of Achievement as an Actor/Writer/Producer.

We at PIE Media Group were privileged to sit down and have a candid chat with Kim Catrall about her life and being a recent inductee into Comox Valley Walk of Achievement earlier this year.

"To Canadians, Kim Cattrall is not just the sexy sirens she plays on the screen but has also become a national icon for success, determination and drive"

"When she steps forward to receive her award as the 2012 Walk of Achievement recipient from her childhood home of Courtenay, BC the crowd erupts into applause, celebrating not only her achievements in Hollywood but also her role as a champion of the cause to financially support the arts."

To view the full article written by Kelly Thompson pick up the PIE Bookazine Part 7 In Chapters & Indigo Bookstores Canada-wide. You can also view us online world wide by subscribing and downloading the latest issue and back issues plus exclusive photography and videos at PIE Bookazine.

This interview was made possible by the tireless efforts of our Editor and Chief, Sandra Roberts.

Photographer: Timothy Green-Saunders

Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery: A destination for fun, florals and fantastic events!

      Starting off a new year is one of beginnings, perspectives and the opportunity to shine a light on those pesky resolutions we seem to have such a difficult time committing to. Luckily, the folks at the Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery are there with their helpful and knowledgeable staff to bring some 'fresh' ideas to the table for 2012.

    Kicking off the year with their 3rd Annual Women's Show, the centre for gardening and events curated a weekend of fitness demonstrations, cooking classes, gardening advice, fashion shows, info-sessions on plastic surgery and even a special Q&A with TV personality and parenting expert, Nanny Robina. 

    The variety of exhibitors was incredible! With over 75 different products and services on showcase, ranging from health and wellness, to beauty, cosmetics, and food, the Women's Show was not to be missed. Over the course of the 2-day event (January 7th/8th, 2012), attendees were able to network with other like-minded businesses and women, while indulging in some of the sweet extras the event offered. Some highlights: the fabulous fashion shows put on by PIE Media Group, shortbread cookies from Sprucewood Cookies (so many different flavours!), on-site treatments from the ladies at T-Zone and even Botox from Dr. Barb at Laser Health Works. There is no doubt that event was a blast and there was no shortage of valuable information on how to make 2012 the best year possible - all while spending a great day out with your girlfriends. 

     

    One of the most impressive aspects of the weekend was the Garden Gallery's amazing use of their space as a multi-functional retail and event space. Having the opportunity to maneuver between the beautiful fresh flowers and plants in their greenhouses, while still enjoying all the Women's Show had to offer, was quite a treat for many people. Capitalizing on their ability to host and produce fabulous events, the Bradford Greenhouses have developed their own in-house event production company, GreenHAUS Productions. 

    Since January 2010 the events division has been catering to an increased demand for more trade show and event space north of Toronto. Their goal is to deliver relevant, successful events and provide the community with a destination for residents to find the best in what their local businesses have to offer. The first ever Women's Show (2010) was the organizations first  fabulous event, and since they have been able to include the annual Spring Home & Garden Shows, Barrie Fall Home Shows, and even a special Big Boys Big Toys Show to their production portfolio.

    With two massive locations, Bradford Greenhouses is your one-stop-shop to fulfill all of your home decor and garden needs. Featuring over 87, 000 square feet of nursery stock at their Barrie location, they can proudly boast one of Ontario's only indoor climate controlled nurseries. With thousands of varieties to choose from, the impressive selection ranges from traditional to unique to ornate. The team at the gallery guarantees you will find the right perennials, trees, shrubs, vines, or roses that best reflect your garden and sense of style.

    A family run business from the get-go, the greenhouses also have a unique history to go along with their unique brand. Bradford Greenhouses is a true Canadian success story. In 1956 Francis Ferragine immigrated to Canada from England with his wife and children. For the next four years, Francis and his family spent their time working as labourers in the Holland Marsh for local farmers. In 1961 Francis purchased the property they now call home, in Bradford, and began growing a company. By 1975 Bradfrod Greenhouses had opened a full retail operation on Hwy 11 in Bradford, Ontario and in 1993 Bradford Greenhouses open it's flagship retail store in Barrie.

    Today, Bradford Greenhouses Ltd is one of the largest greenhouse growers and retailers in central Ontario. In 1999 Francis Ferragine passed away due to illness but his legacy and his family continue to grow. One of Ontario's famous faces in the world of gardening, Frank Ferragine, aka Frankie Flowers, has been able to share his family's knowledge of the green thumb through television stations such as CityTV and as an on-air radio personality for Barrie's B101.1 radio station.

    Bradford Greenhouses hosts three fantastic different tradeshows each and every year. They include The Women's Show, Spring Garden and Home Show, and the Fall Home Show. Details on all of these events can be found by clicking on the GreenHAUS Productions link below.

For more information on the Bradford Greenhouse Garden Gallery, check out their website here:

www.bradfordgreenhouses.com

For more information on GreenHAUS Production, click here:

www.greenhausproductions.com

Jenni's Picks: featuring Victoria's Secret, J Brand, Canada Goose, MAC Cosmetics and Burberry!

Our resident beauty expert and lover of all 'gorgeous little things', Jenni-Lin Baldwick gave us a rundown of her top make-up, skin and of course, accessory picks from the latest issue of PIE Bookazine. Inspired by luxurious penthouse living, sensuality and indulgence.

  

 Before anything else, smooth, soft, sexy skin is the basis of ultimate head-to-toe glamour. Our biggest obstacle in acheiving this: nasty shaving! Surprisingly, Jenni's answer can actually be found in your boyfriend's cupboard. Nivea For Men Shave Gel is her first defense against dry, irritated skin. The next step to flawless beauty is of course: gorgeous lashes! With AMPLIF-eye's masacara-like lash and brow fortifier, you could potentially be saying goodbye to falsies forever.

RIGHT: AMPLIF-eye Lash & Brow Fortifier. Available @ The Orchid Room Day Spa 

 ABOVE:  Nivea for Men Shave Gel, $4.94; Godiva Chocolate Pearls, $7.99; AMPLIFeye Lash & Brow Fortifier, $119; Victoria's Secret Eau de Parfum, $60; Hanky Panky Travel-Size Panty, $29

For a soft and sexy look that packs a punch, Jenni kept the face fairly natural to draw attention to the bold lip. Bright jewel tones are one of the top beauty trends of Winter 2011, you can see it here on the lips and manicure.

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On the face: MAC Face & Body Foundation, $39.00; MAC Studio Fix Powder, $32.00; MAC Powder Blush in Tenderling, $23.50

On the lips: MAC Lipstick in MAC Red, $17.50; MAC Lip Liner in Reed, $16.50

Manicure by Jenni using Entity One Color Couture permanent-polish.

Jenni let the inner fashion editor in her come out when she put together these great looks! The obvious final piece of this puzzle is the clothes to match, and when you need to add that sharp touch, turn to these tried and true brands to achieve classy and sexy with a modern edge. One of the best ways to remain in style, is to dress for the weather, Hannah's pink rabbit fur earmuffs from Holt Renfrew work double duty here, and Veronica's overall casual-glam demeanor is topped off with eye-catching footwear from the ever eclectic John Fluevog.

 On Hannah: Canada Goose Jacket, $425.00; J Brand Skinny Jeans, $240.00; John Fluevog Boots, $359.00; Holt Renfrew Private Label Rabbit Fur Ear Muffs, $78.00; Burberry Leather Driving Gloves, $450.00

On Veronica: Seven for All Mankind Shirt, $189.00; Seven for All Mankind Straight Leg Pants, $179.00; John Fluevog Shoes, $329.00

  

Special thanks to Holt Renfrew, Victoria's Secret, Seven for All Mankind and Burberry for all wardrobe seen in these images.

Check out Jenni's professional site here: http://www.permanent-makeup-barrie.com/

  

ABOUT JENNI LIN

    Jenni Lin has paved her way through the fashion and beauty industry over the past decade becoming the very successful makeup artist she is today. After a basic ten day makeup course in 1999, she left the training with a makeup kit, and Kevin Aucoin's book,  Making Faces - and with that sparked her passion for makeup artistry.  Over the years Jenni Lin played around with the makeup she had invested in, trying to figure out how to copy and recreate the beautiful images of celebrity makeup artists. One of her biggest original inspirations was the makeup of Scott Barns, in particular his work with Jennifer Lopez. This is now reflects in her work today. "I like taking a lot of makeup - sometimes up to 25 products and making it look look like the most natural makeup you've ever seen" says Jenni. Finding herself at the right place at the right time, she had the opportunity to join MAC Cosmetics as a makeup professional. During this time she broadened and mastered her own style with techniques she gained from over 9 years of constant training. Her tenure with MAC Cosmetics helped her to become a renowned makeup artist in the community and to build a loyal client following. For the past year, Jenni has joined the creative team at PIE Media Group as a key makeup artist and runway beauty director. Jenni Lin's work can be seen in a wide range of media including: fashion editorials, advertisements, runway, and book covers.

Serene & Sexy: Sophistication Salon in Barrie raises the bar

   

    

    Tucked away in the Commerce Park area of Barrie, Sophistication Salon is a refreshingly open-concept and open-minded, one-stop-shop for your high-end hair and beauty services. 

    Whether you are looking for a fast and fabulous blow out, or a full-on makeover, Sophistication Salon will help you achieve a luxurious, modern look.     

    Not too long after it's opening last September, PIE was tipped off on this special salon located in the southern most  part of Barrie. Since inception, Sophistication has come to attract a large local clientele, not to mention the select group that even travel from Toronto to receive services from the talented team at Sophistication. 

  Upon entering and meeting the very stylish staff, one is greeted with a sense of friendliness, ease and luxury. This glow seems to come from the gorgeous, SoHo loft-like interior layout, consistent colour story and design and of course, the people behind the chairs.   

    

    The salon itself is located in a small plaza on Commerce Park Drive, just behind the hustle and bustle that is Mapleview Drive. Painted in the soft shades of lilac and mauve, with accents of sage and dark purple, Sophistication is instantly relaxing and draws it's clients in. 

    A paired down decor helps to keep this environment streamlined and chic. Full length mirrors sit in front of each chair, allowing the already open-space to seem even larger and fabulously huge lantern-like chandeliers hung from the ceiling add an elegant touch and emphasize the lofty feeling. Located on the main floor of the salon are the cutting area, sinks, front line and aesthetics zone. There is also bags, jewellery and other accessories available for purchase, solidifying itself even more as a "one-stop-shop". In the loft area of Sophisitcation is where you will find the fully-stocked, top of the line L'ANZA colour bar. Utilizing this area really gives this salon it's individual edge. 

    One of the interesting things about the salon are the owners themselves. Born out of a long hairstylist-client relationship, super-cool Sophie (the hairstylist) and Montreal-er Isabelle (the client), decided that starting a salon together, was the next natural step personally and professionally. Now, Isabelle works as the business side of the Sophistication Salon brain, and Sophie handles what she loves best, the hair.

    Extending their lifestyle philosophies into their business, Sophie and Isabelle and very excited about being able to share the L'ANZA Healing Hair system with clients at Sophistication. One of only two salons nationally offering this product line and system, the salon boasts this as one of their biggest draws. The L'ANZA hair care system is a superior program focused on healing damaged hair with natural and botanical elements - shying away from the harsh chemical compounds commonly found in hair products. Of all the wonderful services offered here, this impressive line is definitely something to check out, and the experts at Sophistication can help you along the way. From head - to toe.

For a full list of services and prices, please visit www.sophisticationsalon.ca.

Book an appointment today!

All photography (except Contessa image) courtesy of: Stan Schurman, PIE MEDIA GROUP.

Body by Vi: the transformational, result-based, vitamin and supplement program

    Before the holiday season has even begun, I'm finding myself worrying about how to tackle all that excess "padding" that seems to appear the two-weeks before each New Year. The seemingly endless flow of h'ors douvres, dinners and of course, cocktails that we are met with during the month of December, it's no wonder that we'd like to have some type of healthy light at the end of the dark tunnel.

    Aside from it being that special time of the year, ongoing good health and vitality is something important to pretty much every single one of us. From counting calories to logging our daily weight, educating ourselves on how our bodies work and what is best for them has almost become a full time job in itself!
    On our hunt for some solutions to these all to familiar problems, our journey led us to the discovery of Body by Vi. This amazing weight-loss and supplement program that is easy to use, completely approachable and designed to integrate flawlessly with your life.

    I had the opportunity to meet with Terri, a local sales rep for Body by Vi, and how the program changed her life and inspired her to share this with our community.
    Terri's personal story on how she became involved with Body by Vi is one not to unfamiliar from the struggles we all have when dealing with good health and feeling great. Between chronic tiredness, not being able to shake off those last few pounds, and just generally not getting the nutrition she needed in her diet, Terri made the decision to get involved with the program, which launched across Canada in September 2011. The changes were almost immediate and the extended benefits Terri noticed included improved digestive health, glowing skin and a lot more energy.

    The Body by Vi program is a combination of weight-loss, vitamin and supplement elements that consist of the Vi-shape Nutritional Shake, four daily vitamin and anti-oxidant capsules, the ViSalus NUERO energy drinks, and delicious Nutra-Cookies. The centerpiece and foundation of the program is no doubt the shake. Made to taste like cake batter (amazing, I know), this milk-based mix - Terri recommends using almond milk for added benefit - is packed full with an unbelievable amount of nutrition. To get the equivalent found in one serving of the Vi-Shape shake you would need to eat over $100 in groceries and 8,600 calories!

    Beyond the super shake, the benefits of the rest of the system are really what balances the program out and really packs the punch to get your body back in check. The cellular rejuvenation system, aka daily capsules, is the most complete health system on the market featuring patented anti-aging formulas designed to support your health at a cellular level.

    For 2012, Terri is planning on offering an awesome incentive for people who want to join the Body by Vi 90-Day Challenge in the new year, by having a Body Makeover Competition. Leading up to a big before and after reveal fashion show event in downtown Barrie, entrants will find this a fabulous way to get healthy and start the new year off right!

    For more information on the Body by Vi 90-Day Challenge, the program and elements that make it up, or to get involved yourself, check out the site here: askmewhy.bodybyvi.com!

by Joshua Shier

Style Notes: VERSACE Watches for HER

Does anyone still wear a watch? 

iPhone's, Blackberry's and cellphones have recently become our go-to personal time-keeping devices, but why are we denying ourselves the classic proclamation of personal style, that wearing a watch represents. Not only will it be your most useful accessory, but the right watch, can say just as much about you as your favourite handbag or pair of earrings.


We had three of our PIE Media Group girls, Lindsey, Jenni and Amanda, try some of the newest styles from the Fall/Winter 2011 VERSACE watch collection. Can you say candid camera?

Lindsey couldn't slip this watch on fast enough. Refined and streamlined are her favourite words to describe this style. She loved the white Mother of Pearl dial with the signature Medusa head and four beautiful diamonds on the face. The strap caught her eye for it's subtle quality. Two stainless steel concentric circles create the target-look on this watch. The inner ring is embellished with crystals and outer ring actually rotates on an axel, adding a fun touch for the wearer.

Always on the hunt for the perfect statement piece, Jenni found a friend in this ostentatious watch style. One of her favourite aspects was the consistent rose gold features - from the hands, to the solid Medusa in the face and the linked bracelet-style strap - that give this watch a more masculine feel. The icing on the cake for her though, was the uniquely divided face. The lower-half where the posh roman numerals are placed, is made completely of white enamel and guilloche finishing in the upper-half. Stylish and reliable, this watch boasts traditional swiss quartz movement.                                                  

For a more timeless and feminine look, Amanda went for this classy timepiece to compliment her personal style. The elegant colour combo that comes from the stainless steel face - embossed with the VERSACE logo - and black enamel insert that houses the clock itself, will lend itself to any wardrobe. Keeping true to minimal style, the bracelet and casing made of silver is the perfect finishing touch on this glamorous accessory.




by Joshua Shier


*"Style Notes" is the first of an ongoing series of fashion features on the new LIFE+PIE blog.

Barrie named best city for quality of life by PIE Bookazine: Barrie as a home and destination

Part 1 of 10: Barrie as a Home and Destination

Since the inception of PIE Bookazine, Sandra has always pictured the home base of the business and operations in Barrie, Ontario. She has a passion and love for the city that is continuously portrayed in the pages of PIE. The PIE team decided to visit some of our favorite locations in Barrie to show our readers that our home town is ideal for a vacation without battling the North and South bound 400 highways.

 Amanda Coughlan at the Harbourview Inn arranged for us to stay the evening in the stunning executive suite on the third floor of the reconstructed Victorian-era building. The master bedroom had a king size bed, flat screen TV and a beautiful view of the lake from the bedroom window. The suite also had a TV room with a leather pullout couch, a desk and workspace as well as a kitchenette. The washroom had a spacious jacuzzi tub with jets on all sides. It certainly defined the epitome of a luxury stay in Barrie.

A visit to Barrie would not be complete without scoping out the downtown street fashion. Barrie has such a beautiful downtown and it is home to many fabulous restaurants, shops and creative spaces. We spent just a few hours on the streets and bumped into a few friends, stylish dressers and even a few local celebrities.

We stopped into a few of our favorite downtown shops to show our readers what Barrie has to offer on the main Dunlop Street strip. Helen's bridal, now under the new ownership of Yarka, has the latest styles for Summer and Fall wedding dresses. We had a blast trying on the latest designs. Stacey was incredibly friendly and helpful. She was quick getting us into the elaborate dresses and assisted us in lacing up corsetted backs. Thank you so much for the wonderful service ladies!

Tropical North is booming with its Standup Paddle Board rentals and awesome Summer and Fall clothing. Tropical North carries lines such as Billabong, Roxy, Quicksilver, Volcom as well as many other well known skate and surf brands. Jeff has been working closely with Ann from Studio Bliss to arrange for Paddle Board rentals and lessons on the water. 
It never ceases to amaze me how friendly and accommodating the staff at Tropical North are, right down to their willingness to dress up in a grass skirt and coconuts to ensure that we capture the best images for the blog. Jay is a long time friend of Sandra's, who's reputation in the skateboarding industry and in our community is renowned. Jay and his peers are responsible for developing the skate park in Barrie's downtown. 

Calm before the storm

Our wicked pillow fight before heading out for martinis 

 Kent Smith at The Side Door invited us in for martinis. Our martini hour has become know as "Friday at Five" because The Side Door is the ideal location for drinks on the patio after work. If you have not been to The Side Door you certainly need to visit their location. Kent has been in the hospitality industry for a long time and he is truly invested in Barrie's downtown. His longevity in business is to be complimented and he works closely with other leading restaurant owners in Barrie to ensure that their guests are receiving the best experience in hospitality. His belief in hospitality and the quality of people that he works with truly shows in the enjoyable dining experiences time after time. The chef at The Side Door has been there for over 6 years and he is extraordinarily talented. It is a great place to grab a drink on the patio, enjoy their exceptional calamari and to eat in their spacious dining room. 

After our drinks at The Side Door we ventured over to Painter's Hall for a delectable dinner. Shane and Erin Burrows have created an exquisite restaurant with a solid business philosophy and strong family values which are reflected in their amazing staff and service.

Erin sat down with us and demonstrated how to garnish our oysters with a splash of vodka. The crab cakes were luscious and baked to perfection. 

 Our main course consisted of grilled beef striploin, pan seared salmon fillet and brie stuffed chicken breast. Each plate came out with remarkable presentation and and the flavors were to die for. Thank you so much to Shane and Erin for their wonderful hospitality.

Painters Hall is the home of one of Canada's brightest star chefs. Chef Jim Garraway delights regulars and newcomers alike with solid, creative riffs on classic Canadian and European cuisine. At the age of 20 he moved to Whistler B.C. to do his apprenticeship with some of the country's best chefs. He then moved to Tofino and became the Chef at the world renowned Wickaninnish Inn. Barrie is very fortunate to have such a renowned chef cooking within our city. 

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Painter's Hall has live entertainment in the bar atmosphere of the restaurant. Come in and visit Jon, a well known local artist who plays several live performances downtown every week.

In the evening we returned to the cozy Harbourview Inn. There was a strong sense of welcoming and nostalgia in the charming inn. It is the only boutique heritage hotel in downtown Barrie and every suite includes a kitchenette, pillow top beds with cloud like duvets, cable TV and private washrooms. There is also ample parking and daily housekeeping services. It is located at 1 Breczy Drive, just moments from the main shops and restaurants on Dunlop Street.

Jenni Baldwick is one of PIE's key makeup artists. Her 8 plus years of experience brings an element of beauty and creativity to our team. 

 In the morning we had Amanda Buck come to the lakefront to train us through a round of water aerobics. Her energy and enthusiasm made the early morning workout fun and enjoyable but no less tough. Amanda trains out of the studio at Om Sweet Om in downtown Barrie.

Len at Bradford Greenhouse had John, one of his helpful and knowledgable staff members help us choose some plants for our gardens. The greenhouse has a wide selection of lawn furniture, pond accessories as well as plants and tropical flowers. The seemingly endless rows of seasonal and perennial flowers and plants never cease to amaze me. John showed us a large variety of Japanese Maples, Banana Daisies and exotic tropical flowers.

The generous staff at the Lakeview Surgery Clinic offered Sandra a Laser Skin Rejuvenation session. The Intense Pulsed Light Laser (IPL) corrects a variety of benign skin conditions, such as facial skin imperfections, birthmarks, brown spots, and unsightly small veins. The treatment is also known as photorejuvenation treatment. IPL treatments will result in smoother skin with a more even tone and color and the best part is that there is no “down time” involved. Sandra was able to head out to lunch only moments after her treatment. 

 Marco from The North restaurant provided our team with phenomenal hospitality for literally hours on Friday afternoon. His team of incredible chefs prepared samples from everything on the Barrielicious menu including poached apple, vegetable cowder, smoked brisket, and risotto . One of Marco's signature flavors is lobster and he tries to include it in at least one menu item. For Barrielicious he created a poached lobster plate that was full of flavor and mouth wateringly delicious.

Cheers Barrie! Thank you for a wonderful time in PIE Bookazine's home base and favorite city for all things luxury. We encourage our readers to come down and visit beautiful downtown Barrie. Part 2 of the Barrie blog is coming shortly. If you would like to be apart of our blog please contact Sandra Roberts at piemagazine@gmail.com


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