YQG In Bloom

Jewelry artist Megan Cornwall of Iris & Marnie shares how she crafts bold, wearable pieces using polymer clay and her new work with stamped metals & crystals. A look into her evolving, creative process and love for making art you can wear every day.

Her jewelry can be found in many stores and markets in the Windsor, Essex County area and is branching out in Ontario.

Check out her on social media:

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Angus Smith, one of the owners of The Tipsy Toucan Public House sat down with me to talk about their first year! The building has been around for many years and have been various businesses through the years, but Angus is putting a great spin on the local pub/restaurant.

They are bringing back a comedy club downstairs, collaborating with Windsor Laughs. You can also shoot darts, play pool, watch sports, listen to live music or just chill and enjoy the vibes.

If you are in the Windsor, Essex County area, definitely stop in. Also...

WindsorEats Food Hall is definitely a hidden gem in the Windsor, Essex County area.

They are known for amazing margaritas & local alcohol/brews, but you stay for the fabulous food trucks that are parked there and chill time with friends. You can also rent WindsorEats for events! And wow, they go all out for you.

I, myself go there weekly for a nice relaxing time with my husband and dog (yes they are pet friendly and encourage you to bring them). The outdoor patio is a great space to unwind. And when the winter comes...

I talked with CJ Erwin who is a local comedian but also runs Windsor Laughs Comedy Club.

Windsor Laughs brings stand-up comedians from across North America to Windsor/Essex County. Not only are they bringing comedy back to The Tipsy Toucan on Ottawa Street in Windsor, but to other venues.

CJ and Windsor Laughs bring not only established headliners but also new comers in the comedy industry to shine. I am so happy that comedy of all forms are making a comeback in our part of Ontario and appreciate CJ for giving us a glimpse...

Villa 92 is both new and old in the Tecumseh, Ontario area. The site of the original Fong’s Villa owned by their parents is now the home of the new Villa 92. When you walk in, everyone is treated like family, greated by at least one member of the Fong Family.

Now whether you are there to hang out and have a coffee, eat the amazing Asian fusion food or to visit the event room, you will not want to leave. A fun, warm vibe with gorgeous lighting, couch for the coffee lovers to hang out, or sit at...

Bethany MacLachlan, owner of Bex Design Co. is the epitome of a Woman in Skilled Trades.

As a landscaper & landscape designer who works with companies or homeowners, she has an eye for beauty. She can transform your front door with a beautifully designed planter as well as make your yard a haven.

Bethany is also well known online to the crafting community. She also knits, crochets, does designs for both. If you are lucky you can find her at various markets in the Windsor/Essex County year round or look her up on social media...

Today we are talking to Christina Dal Dosso.

Now when we say women in skilled trades, we are not only talking about industries that are mostly male dominated such as carpentry, electricians, automotive industry, etc.

But we are also talking about photography, hairdressing, aesthetics, landscape and so much more.

It’s time for women to know that the sky is the limit when it comes to what you where you want to go career wise.

A great source of information if you are a woman interested in skilled trades or already in...

In this episode, I sit down again with foodie, Jen Brignall-Strong, the creator of Social Media's Tailgate Takeout. She shares her journey exploring the best eats, drinks, and hidden gems that make Windsor and Essex County a foodie’s paradise.

Jen also does so much more in the community, working with The Drive Magazine and TWEPI to highlight all the special places and people to visit and support in the YQG area.

We also chat about the upcoming second annual Charity Cornhole Tournament hosted by Tailgate Takeout - an event that’s as fun as it i...

YouTubes Brew Talk host Eric Robert & I chatted about Windsor, Essex County Craft Beer. Finally Eric is bringing back Brew Talk, which was a great YouTube podcast that featured local brewers in our area.

Eric has been brewing for many years and this year he will be collaborating with Erie Street Gastropub to create Erie St Brewery. (I have tasted a few of his brews and they are really good!)

But most importantly we talked about this years Fine N’ Dandy Charity Beer Festival. The festival celebrates local craft beer while raising funds for the Ho...

I have am a fan of local Windsor, Ontario comedian Jen Richardson. So I was really excited to sit down and interview her.

This lady, even though she doesn’t know it, can do it all. Raising a daughter, working full time, creating events for you and other comedians as well as getting on that stage and making people laugh. Jen & I also talk about the need for more female comedians in our area. Cause I hate to say it, but women are funny too!

Jen and a few other comedians in our city have sh...

I sat down with Sarah, an experienced tarot reader to explore tarot cards, spirit and so much more. Hopefully our conversation will open your eyes to the deeper meaning behind the cards.

We hear a bit of Sarah’s personal journey into tarot reading and how helping others has enriched her life. We also learn that reading the cards isn’t as easy as you think. Just because the death card comes up, it doesn’t have to be a bad thing. It’s all the cards drawn and interpretation.

Chatting with Sarah is always fun, soo...

Meet one of the guys behind the movie Vampire Zombies From Space! which has become a big hit at film festivals around the world.

This kitchy film is exactly what a horror film from the fifties/sixties genre is supposed to be all about. Find out a bit of what it takes to co-create a really funny, campy, black and white classic horror film that doesn’t take itself seriously but still makes you jump a few times.

Alex co-wrote, co-produced and had a cameo in the show. He gave us a bit of a lo...

Parenting is hard! Thank goodness we have a Certified Parenting Coach, Emotions, Mind and Energy Practitioner and Family Law Attorney in our corner.

Jacqueline, herself a parent understands the struggles of keeping the kids happy, healthy, well adjusted as well as saving some sanity as a person.

Make sure to listen and reach out to Jacqueline if you need a little support and encouragement. She’s also really good at positive reinforcement for us adults so we don’t feel like we are always making the wrong choice parenting.

To get ahold of Jacq...

Talking with Director Dean Valentino and Brandon Chappus (Hercule Poirot) about the upcoming production of Ken Ludwig’s adaptation of the Agatha Christie novel Murder on the Orient Express.

I am really excited to see this cast of 12 wonderful performers bring this larger than life murder mystery to the stage at the Kordazone Theatre in Windsor, Ontario Canada. Part of my excitement is that I have not read this book or seen any productions. But I did catch a snippet of a rehearsal and it looks like it will be great!

Opening Night is Friday, Ma...

Gavin Michael Booth, Canadian filmmaker who writes, produces, directs, edits and will make the occasional foray into acting.

Gavin started out directing music videos for the likes of Third Eye Blind and more. He also directed the Canadian horror film, "The Scarehouse" (NBC/Universal) and created the single take split-screen film Last Call.

But now Gavin has a new venture that could make someone $100,000 richer. He is writing/directing a TV series, Reward. Season one is called “Dreamcrusher,” The seven-episode series was filmed in Los Angeles, Worcester, Mass. and Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

To sign...

I got to chat briefly with a few of ACT's cast & crew at Windsor's Capitol Theatre as they prepared for the World Premiere opening of The Price of Freedom. This play is going to be amazing. Written by Windsor, Ontario's own local writer, Carlos Anthony. Directed by Chris Rabideau.

ACT worked with Amherstburg Freedom Museum to make sure this production was accurate to the time as well as a top notch production worthy of being shown all over the country.

Make sure to check out ACT if you are in the Windsor, Ontario area as...

I caught up with ACT - Arts Collective Theatre’s President & Vice President Chris Rabideau & Moya Mcalister (which is no small feat).

ACT is growing, expanding their repertoire and releasing so many wonderful productions that are worthy of big city stages. This year their lineup is jam packed.

We talked about their upcoming production called The Price of Freedom. This is so special as they collaborated with a local writer, Carlos Anthony to create a unique piece to celebrate Black History Month. We also touched on all the other upcoming productions for this year. Make su...

Join us as we dive into the creative process behind the latest play from ACT, The Price of Freedom with playwright Carlos Anthony and Elise Harding-Davis African-Canadian Historian.

Carlos, author of the national bestseller Shades of Black, brings his unique voice to the stage, as well as acting for the first time as the lead in this production. In this episode, we’ll talk about the inspirations and challenges behind crafting this thought-provoking work of theatre.

Elise Harding-Davis, one of the foremost authorities on African-Canadian history, also joins us to share her expertise. As a co...

Amherstburg Freedom Museum is an amazing, humbling place to visit. To see all of the artifacts that have spanned generations of black culture was very emotional to experience.

To find out that Amherstburg has such importance to black history was very eye opening to me.

The Amherstburg Freedom Museum has also been helping ACT with their newest play coming out, The Price of Freedom. ACT and I thought it only fitting to celebrate the Amherstburg Freedom Museum and make sure to highlight their 50th Anniversary at the beginning of Black History Month.

Improv Teacher/Performer Cristina Orlando, or as she’s known on stage, Cristina No H is in the house with me. She is my Goddess! From the day I met her in an improv class she teaches, I knew she was someone that I wanted to be best friends with.

She’s funny, a great teacher who cares about her students & puts her all into everything she does, whether it is teaching or performing.

Cristina is also involved with our local theatre organization ACT (Arts Collective Theatre) performing & working behind the scenes.

Fi...

Tina talks about how to dream, accepting success and change. We talk about getting out of your comfort zone and so much more. Hiring a Personal Development Coach can really help you develop your A game in work as well as your personal life.

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I’m so glad to have my friend Josie Elysia back in the studio. Josie is an amazing content creator who has evolved since the pandemic. What started out as makeup tutorials have turned into so much more.

Find out a few tips and tricks from Josie and give her a follow cause watching her in action will definitely help you out on how to gain followers, products and friends.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josie_ely/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@josie_ely

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BarelyaMillenial

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Episode 100!!!

Tara Santini who owns Windsor, Ontario’s The Pink Room gives us a look into non-invasive body contouring, skin tightening, lymphatic drainage and so much more. If you have ever wanted to get a little nip & tuck but do not want surgery or can’t afford it, maybe this is something to look into.

Follow The Pink Room on Instagram because Tara not only explains the process but gives demos of doing some lymphatic drainage of your own at home and a lot of before and afters.

Instagram: https://www.inst...

Windsor, Ontario is so lucky to have such a talented author.

If you haven’t heard of K.G. Miceli, you will.

She has written 6 books so far. (one is a children’s book and another a book of poetry) and now working on her 7th book, Tales of Texas Road.

Located in Amherstburg, Ontario, there have been tales of odd, sometimes scary occurrences for decades.

If you have a tale from Texas Road, please contact K.G. Miceli at:

Email: authorkgmiceli@outlook.com

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Instagram’s So Cool Local’s Marija & I talked everything local this fall/Christmas season. This little forgotten area of Ontario is jam packed with stuff to do & see. And don’t even get me started on all the market’s and shopping local we can do while having a blast.

Thank you to the following businesses and towns for providing us with wonderful items and events:

The Little Cider Company, Oxley Winery, Vin Winery, Crew Winery, Coopers Hawk Winery & The Vines Restaurant, Smashed Apple Food Truck, Wolfhead Distillery, The Fruit Wagon, Carolinia Cider Company, Nuts 4 D...

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Windsor Basketeers is part of a national volunteer organization that helps women in shelters by providing baskets filled with personal and household items that they need when moving to a new home. Our branch helps women that transition out of Hiatus House.

Windsor Basketeers is asking caring people to consider building a basket for a woman in need.

On Saturday, November 30, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon, Windsor Basketeers will be accepting filled, wrapped baskets or lidded storage totes at The Safety Village at Forest Glade and Lauzon Parkway.

To...

Before I go further, because we couldn’t record the entire manifesto, I want you to see where Ben Puzzoli’s heart is at. Here is his manifesto:

https://www.facebook.com/share/25NGW8raUbTy6bQi/

Ben doesn’t just put out fun, wacky, out there videos, his goal is to make people laugh, smile and feel good. Not a Pour Decision’s following has grown by leaps and bounds in since March 2023.

These videos are like nothing you have ever seen. And it’s nothing that can be described, but experienced. Be prepared t...

Thrift shopping? Finding a good deal, unique item? helping your community by either donating, shopping or up cycling?

Well if you are in the Kingsville, Ontario area, I have a place for you!

This thrift store is also a consignment store and sells gorgeous, unique items. Nothing goes to waste as they will also donate some of their donations to the mission. A portion of their proceeds go to support a local charity in Kingsville, URSA Major. Jess & Steve are a gem and always thinking about giving back to the community.

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Theatre productions in the Windsor/Essex County area are booming.

I was so honoured to sit down with the ACT - Arts Collective Theatre’s President & Vice President Chris Rabideau & Moya Mcalister.

ACT is a not for profit Company that has programs for all age groups from 8 to seniors to foster and nurture the creativity so many people in our area have. The productions that ACT is producing are worthy of stages in more prominent cities such as Toronto, Chicago, etc. From Disney Newsies Jr. to Rent, their performances are top notch.

If yo...

Today I was honoured to sit down with local author, Claudio D’Andrea.

Claudio just published his first book of short stories at the age of 60. It is a magnificent book that I read and couldn’t put it down. I am pretty sure that Claudio is not done treating us to his tales. From the sounds of it he will be creating more stories, poems and other surprises in the future.

To find out more about Claudio and to purchase his book, Stories in the Key of Song:

https://claudiodandrea.ca<...

Sarah Parks truly has a love for horses, this business and introducing people of all ages to horses. Essex County, Ontario is really lucky to have someplace that allows people of all ages develop an appreciation and love for these beautiful creatures.

She not only offers year round riding lessons, but also either takes her ponies to events, parties or you can stay on the ranch and get the full ranch experience with your children. There is also a volunteer program for kids 16 years and older to really learn how to take care of the ranch and...

The Friends of Fort Malden is a non profit organization that works in partnership with Parks Canada to help preserve Fort Malden.

With their fundraising, they are able to employ youths throughout the summer. These kids learn all about the history and participate in demonstrations. Dressed in formal attire they get to show off muskets and so much more.

Thanks to all the fundraising and hard work Friends of Fort Malden does, we are able to keep our wonderful part of history in Amherstburg, Ontario going, demonstrating the life, culture and how people lived back...

Ted “Butch” Rocheleau, Owner of Butch’s Best BBQ introduced me to his tasty sauce at the Amherstburg Farmer’s Market and I was sold.1

It has been on the market since 2019. Originally branded a BBQ sauce, it was quickly branded a sauce that can go on everything, including salad bowls. Butch’s is found in over 20 stores as well as markets. In fact Butch’s sauce is used in all OG Pizza Locations in Ontario, Canada.

Also know every purchase of a 500 ml or larger jar of Butch’s bbq sauce, a portion of the sales go t...

In Windsor and Essex County if you say pierogi, you are talking about Little Foot Foods. I talked with one of the owners, Rob Myers and am amazed by how far their company has come. They still do markets and local events, but they also sell in many brick and mortar stores, including select Real Canadian Superstores. They not only make pierogi (almost 50 different varieties btw), but if you visit their store there are many other meals that are in stock.

To learn more about their products, you can find them at:

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Talking with Director Joey Wright and Nik Prsa (Atho’s) about the upcoming adaptation of The Three Musketeers has me really excited to see it. We have not seen this play performed in Windsor/Essex County in many years so I can’t wait to see Joey’s version of this popular play. Sneek Peak - there is a female musketeer!

This will be opening September 13th, 2024 and running September 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28 , 2024.

September 19th is pay what you can and September 26th is scent free day which is refreshing for people that not only can’t afford to see t...

Zachary Balogh, Owner/Founder of Zachattack Productions is a very unique host in his own right. He has his own YouTube Channel aptly called Zachattackproductions. He has a unique podcast that you have to hear. Remotely Zach is a really great late night talk show.

Zach is also host of On Air with Zachary Balogh on CKRT Border City Radio Fridays at 7pm. You can catch up on celebrity gossip movie & food reviews and just random facts.

Catch Zach on:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharybalogh/

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Williams Food Equipment in Windsor, Ontario has been around since 1968. Williams has evolved & grown into the go-to store for a huge selection of great quality kitchen gadgets and supplies. Most people are not aware that their store is open to the public as well as online sales that will ship across Canada.

They also have a program that they will sharpen your kitchen knives. The proceeds will go to a different local charity each month. For the month of September, 2024 the charity is Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex.

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Authentic Mexican Food is comfort food to me and a lot of people in the Windsor, Essex County, Ontario area.

Today I met with the owner of Hot Tacos Restaurant, Nelcy Martinez. We are so glad that she has not only two locations in Leamington, Ontario but has now opened one in the heart of Windsor, Ontario.

Open 7 days a week, I love it! That is rare for small businesses in our area.

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Website: https://hottacosrestaurant.com

So many people have issues with Gluten. Whether it is a major/minor disorder, gluten allergy, want to eat healthier or experience bloating, Healthy Creations is a great place to shop.

Located in the Windsor, Essex County area as well as London, Ontario they are well stocked with all gluten free options. And their products are so tasty. You don’t miss gluten when the pizza crust is amazing, or the brownies are not dry and bitter. It’s nice to not feel like you are missing out when you have a specialized diet.

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