Issue # 5 KF ines Quay News and Magazines Jong Wong Lee has a special system for displaying his magazines. Good thing, because there are about 2,500 publications ac Quay News and Magazines! 5 > ‘ In addition to newspapers from around the Jong Wong Lee, owner of Quay News and Magazines 8 Ways to Get the Most from Winter While some people see the winter as a time to be world and popular magazines, this well- stocked newsstand offers the unusual and the obscure. There's “Thrasher” for skateboarders, “Hot Sled” for snowmobilers, Cyber Sports (video games) or “Model endured, others see it as an opportunity to do something Railroader”.. Whatever your interest, Jong probably has an entire section of new and exciting. With holiday obligations behind you and a shiny new year stretching out in front of you, there are lots of reasons to be excited about winter. 1) Learn something new! ‘Whether your passion is home decorating, adventure travel, Thai cooking or ballroom: dancing, make 1997 the year you finally follow your heart's desire. Check out the many courses offered through the school board’s continuing education program, Capilano College or your nearest Rec Centre. 2) Get fit. Improving your health and peace of mind can be as simple as talking a brisk walk around your neighbourhood several times a week. Choose an activity you enjoy, find a buddy and rediscover the joy of physical activity! Guay Market. 3) Get involved. Make our community a better place to live by giving your time to a worthy cause. Call the North Shore volunteer centre at 985-7138 to see how your talents could be put to work. 4) Plan a party. All work and no play makes January a dull cime! How about a crab dinner with fresh crustaceans from Screaming Mimi's or sushi from Ake Bono Sushi? 5) Dive into a great book. Explore the mysteries of birch order in che new bestseller, “Born to Rebel”, go back in time with Margaret Acwood's new novel, “Alias Grace”, or check out the book behind one of today's hottest movies, “The English Patient.” The staff at Author's Books will help you find the perfect book. 6) Use common scents. Sce what essential oils can do for your mind, body and soul! Try cinnamon leaf—said to relieve exhaustion and depression and to influence financial prosperity! Or “Immune”, a combination of the essential oils of tea tree, geranium, eucalyptus and chamomile that's excellent for boosting the immune system to fight colds and the flu. Explore the possibilities at Aroma Joy on the 2nd level at Lonsdale Quay Market. 7) Rediscover romance. Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to spend time alone with your special someone. Hire a babysitter, unplug the phone, escape to a quiet place...do whatever ir takes to have time for just the two of you. 8) Spoil your other loved ones. February 14th is also a great excuse to do something thoughtful for the other special people in your life. Drop off a sweet something for your best friend. teat your mother to special bach sales or pop a fresh flower on a colleague's desk. We all need a little love! Be 2 — magazines about it in his carefully categorized shelves. And since he spends most of the day stocking the shelves and rearranging magazines, he's always close at hand ce point you in the right direction! Melrose Square Melrose Square only brings in one of cach picce of jewelry they order, so you won't see your latest find on anyone else. Featuring Canadian designers, Melrose Square offers the most contemporary jewelry in the city. : Brightly. coloured combs by Natalie Bishop are a sensational spin on the traditional hair clip. You can also find the latest look in necklaces—lockets Melrose Square treasures. on long chains. There are pias glimmering with semi-precious stones and crystals, whimsical earrings and finely detailed bracelets and necklaces. This is your stop for one-of-a-kind jewelry! JB , » Fresh a OF FT he iC - Press Here's a new way to reduce stress: eat a potato! New research has found thar pure carbohydrates increase serotonin ‘evels, the brain chemical most associated with good moods. The key is to eat an all-carbohydrate snack on an empty stomach. Researchers advise against eating any fac (butter on the toast, oil an pasta) because fat slows digestion and will dampen and delay the effect. The potato is best of all because our bodies digest potato starch quickly, inducing a fast insulin response. Did you know there are more than 400 varieties of potatoes grown today? When shopping, choose potatoes that are firm and smooth to the touch. If you see a tuber sprouting, that’s an indication that it has been coo long on the shelf. And potatees are low in fat, as long as you forego the butter and sour cream. Try salsa instead, then wait for the happy brain chemicals to kick in! oe Kiwi The kiwi is a terrific winter fruit because the quality is high, the price is relatively low and they're chock full of vitamin C. Once considered exotic, these furry brown fruits are now an everyday fruit, right up there with apples and oranges. Kiwis are imported from both California and New Zealand, depending on the time of year. Alchough the brown skin is edible, it isn't too tasty. One of the best ways to enjoy a kiwi is to cut it in half and scoop out the juicy green fruit with a spoon. Since they don't brown when cut, kiwis are a great choice for garnishing pastries, cakes and tarts. Kiwis are cooled after harvest; they won't ripen until they're put in a warm environment. Don’t try to eat a firm kiwi--they’re quite sour. Just leave kiwis at room temperature to ripen. [Ff you're in a rush, place the kiwi in a paper bag with a banana or an apple and presto!—a tasty, nutritious snack, For all your fresh fruits and vegecables, visit che market floor at Lonsdale Quay Market. EB Pose ——