Chatelaine

Chatelaine covers all of the issues—big and small—that matter to them, from climate change and caregiving to cannabis, Canadian fashion and what to cook now.

On Menopause

How to host a dinner party like Anna Olson • Discover celebrity chef Anna Olson’s top tips on how to make entertaining seamless and stress-free.

THE DISH • A LITTLE BIT OF THIS, A LITTLE BIT OF THAT

Her Own Way • This maximalist isn’t afraid to go the distance when it comes to style

You’re Gonna Fall… • …for these 11 new releases, which provide the heart and heft we look for at this time of year. We’re talking about engrossing family sagas filled with secrets, literary dramas, emotional excavations of female friendship—and so much more

Hot Stuff • We spill the tea on our favourite thermoses

Flaming Out • Love candles but not the accompanying air pollution? Consider a candle warmer

THE BIG CHILL

Bonding Time • Bleach, dye, hot tools, aggressive brushing—they all take a toll on your hair and can even damage the invisible bonds that give it its strength, elasticity and shine. Previously only available in salons, a new crop of bondbuilding treatments—from shampoos and masks to serums and styling products—have hit the market, promising to deliver structural repair to dry, frizzy and lacklustre locks from the inside out. Here are a few classics and recent launches to try.

HOW TO Add Colour (without painting!) to Your Home • Could your space use a refresh? Here’s how to brighten things up

Colour Theory • Step out of your neutral-toned comfort zone with a few colourful accents that are guaranteed to inject joy and whimsy into your space

Can Olivia Chow Fix Toronto? • After nearly four decades in politics and two runs for mayor, the 66-year-old is now leading a city in dire need of help. Her approach? A stubborn yet earnest optimism and a zeal for working with Torontonians

Grape Expectations • Newsflash: Gewürztraminer is not the best–or only–wine pairing for “Asian” cuisine

THE CONVERSATION • BIG ISSUES. INSPIRING STORIES. LET’S GET INTO IT

Feeling Stuck? Ready to Take a Leap? • A LIFE COACH COULD HELP. HERE’S EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Inside Canada’s Growing Islamophobia Problem

We Need to Talk About MENOPAUSE • We asked our readers to share their biggest questions and concerns about menopause, and wow, did you ever! We received more than 200 responses from people aged 27 to 75. What you told us informed the issues we tackled here.

A BRIEF HISTORY • THE HIGHS, THE LOWS AND THE HEROES OF MENOPAUSE

Your Most Common Menopause Fears—and How to Address Them • The good news? Evidence-based solutions exist, and they can help the vast majority of people

A HEALTH COACH GETS REAL ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF STRENGTH TRAINING

5 WAYS TO MAKE WORKPLACES MORE MENO-INCLUSIVE

Debunking Menopause Hormone Therapy Myths with Dr. Jen Gunter

THE SPREAD 28 DELICIOUS, DOABLE RECIPES • All hands on deck! Add to the joy of cooking for others by cooking with them instead—and get dinner on the table faster in the process

LET’S GET RACKIN’

Salty, Sweet • Dive into fall with these seasonally inspired treats, which hit just the right spot between savoury snack and dessert

It’s All About the Sides • We love a turkey, but the fixings are easily the star of our Thanksgiving table. This year, we’re journeying into our archives to share our favourite recipes that have stood the test of time. Dig in!

THE HEALING POWER OF AVÈNE • Get to know Avène, a French skincare brand with a very special ingredient that has legendary restorative properties: mineral-rich thermal water

THE TAKEAWAY • OUR ADVICE FOR BEING YOUR BEST COOK

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