Entertain, but don't show off

Tips on hosting successful holiday parties from a pro

Nobody throws a party like San Francisco designer Ken Fulk.The tastemaker and special-events impresario who grew up helping with Sunday supper at home in Harrisonburg, Va., now throws glamorous events for the likes of former Facebook president Sean Parker, designs . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

Here's to making spirits bright

Good company and dazzling light displays are highlights

There are a million Christmas traditions in the Naked City and Christmas light displays are definitely one of them. I love ’em. They’re beautiful to look at, cheerful and an excellent way to hide a grow-op."Honest officer, all that Hydro’s . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

In perfect harmony

Small scope makes renos more manageable

A two-piece bathroom renovation can be completed rather quickly, because it’s primarily aesthetic. It’s a DIY-er’s delight, because when the space slated to renovate is small, the various tasks often seem less daunting.The first renovation in my current home was . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

Setting the table for a happy holiday meal

Proper etiquette helps establish a harmonious holiday

A lot of the magic of the holidays happens around the dining table. Why not consider upping your tablescape game?If you are entertaining this season, think about ways you can dazzle your family and friends. Haul out that vintage china, . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

How to care for your linens

Tablecloths and cloth napkins used to be a crucial ingredient in fine dining, whether at home or at a nice restaurant. But today, formal linen cloths are a holidays-only frill in most households, and it’s often an heirloom or vintage . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

Home for the holidays

Designer uses natural, woodsy motif to decorate old-world three-storey house

A stately, magnificently preserved three-storey house forms the backdrop to Jane Kesselman’s Winnipeg garden. Situated behind a white picket fence on a street lined by a canopy of majestic elms, her idyllic garden attracts passersby.In a unique collaboration between a . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

Watch it: premium TVs in time for the holidays

CRAVING the very best TV-viewing experience? Willing to pay a premium for it as a great gift to yourself and the family this holiday season?The big screen — such as the B6 OLED TV — is hard to resist. The . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

Sold Dec 3

  River Park SouthADDRESS: 204-805 St. Anne's Rd.ASKING PRICE: $234, 900SOLD PRICE: $225, 000TAXES: $2, 648.53SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 180BEDROOMS: 2BATHROOMS: 1.5LOT SIZE: CondominiumLISTING AGENT: Sandy Loptson, Coldwell Banker Preferred Real Estate, 204-985-4300 SOLD:Bunn’s CreekADDRESS: 388 Foxdale Ave.ASKING PRICE: $459, 900SOLD PRICE: $459, . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

Superior style without sacrifice

Lakeside Estates an ideal investment for empty nesters

Empty nesters have three prerequisites at the top of their wish list when they downsize: space, style and location.Space is often the No. 1 priority. That said, it’s followed closely by style and location. Viktoria Fazekas, of RE/MAX Professionals, says . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03

A perfect blend of urban and rustic

Modern style house in Point Herbert has wonderful interior finishings

As neighbourhood hot spots go, it’s an area that tends to get overlooked.That’s a shame, because Point Hebert — nestled next to the Red River among mature trees with the downtown skyline an ever-present silhouette day and night — is . . .

Posted: 2016-12-03