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UP THE STYLE OF YOUR KITCHENWITH THESE 3 FEATURES We all know the basics of what goes into a kitchen – cabinets, counters, appliances, lighting. But what is it exactly that makes a kitchen go from basic to beautiful? According to designers, it’s all in the details. And while some of these recommended features are more expensive, it definitely is a case of you get what you pay for. Here are three upgrades pros often incorporate into a kitchen design. 1. A stylish range. Whether you’re a gourmet chef or just really good at making grilled cheese sandwiches, there’s more than one reason to spend a bit more on your range. Aside from having more cooking options, designer ranges also come in a variety of colours and finishes and create a natural focal point. 2. Statement light fixtures. A high-style kitchen needs eye-catching fixtures. If your kitchen has an island, place two or three pendant lights above it to draw the eye up. Also, lighting can either compliment or contrast the rest of your kitchen’s aesthetic. Have a lot of warm woods? Elevate their tone with brass light fixtures. Is your kitchen quite simple and minimalist? Adding in a sculptural fixture will bring in an unexpected touch. 3. A pot filler. A home feature that’s trendy and functional, pot fillers are a super convenient way to get a big pot of water boiling stat. Many designers consider including a pot filler as the tell-tale sign of a well-planned kitchen.

Did you know that August was named to honour the first Roman emperor (and grandnephew of Julius Caesar), Augustus Caesar? If you were born in August, your flowers are the gladiolus and the poppy. The gladiolus symbolizes strength of character, sincerity, and generosity, while the poppy symbolizes eternal sleep, oblivion, and imagination. Also, according to some, the first date in August that has a heavy fog will have a heavy frost on the same date in October. Courtesy of www.almanac.com

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TUNA MELT STUFFED PEPPERS Courtesy of www.ehow.com INGREDIENTS: 4 large bell peppers Olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons lemon juice 4 (5-ounce) cans of tuna, drained 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 small red onion, minced 1 celery stalk, minced DIRECTIONS: 1.

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Slice the bell peppers, scoop out the seeds, and white pith with a spoon. Place the bell peppers in a large casserole dish. Drizzle oil and sprinkle them with salt and pepper to taste. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. The longer you pre- bake the peppers, the softer they will be. Combine the Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, salt and black pepper. Mix well and set aside. 2. Add the tuna to a large bowl. Add the garlic, onion, celery, rice, parsley and yogurt mixture. Stir until the ingredients are combined. 3. Pack the tuna mixture into the bell pepper halves. Top the peppers with shredded cheddar cheese. 4. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the peppers are as soft as you’d like. Top with chives and serve immediately.

1/2 cup brown rice, cooked (optional) 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1 tablespoon chives, minced