www.oakvillebeaver.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, June 25, 2010 · 30 Ristorante Julia Take a step into African culture has just been released, so if you haven't been by in a while, now is the time! Come sample some of our new and exciting dishes such as the: Chivito Burger A Uruguayan inspired burger that will have you planning your next visit before you're even done your meal! Or our Pulled Pork Taco slowly braised pulled pork sautéed in our house made, mustard scented barbecue sauce served on a grilled flour tortilla with mango, cucumber and watermelon salsa and avocado dressing! And our Seafood Enchiladas flour tortilla, stuffed with marlin, tiger shrimp, scallops and crab meat with a roasted corn and black bean salsa. Ovenbaked in tomatillo sauce and topped with a tomato ginger chili jam and mozzarella cheese. Spring and Summer m e n u o u r n e w The patio is open and rocking already! Don't miss out! 312 Lakeshore Rd. E. Downtown Oakville 905.844.7401 www.juliasristorante.com Whether you are looking to plan a trip or looking for authentic African artwork, Oakville's own Touch de l'Afrique is sure to have your needs covered. The benefit of travel services from Nico Downtown Oakville is welcom- quickly become a landmark as a big city ing a one-of-a-kind afro-centric gallery, packed with lifestyle products and and Julie at Go Touch Down are just that, the boutique offering the rare and designer Jewellery uniquely African. Fine legwork and exploration to fulfilling trips obscure to those looking for eclectic detailing and accents compliment the exqui- and adventures has already been undertaken. décor and concierge travel services. site exhibitions of artwork. In store collec- You can rest assured that when they recomThe boutique is a setting for tions include paintings, sculptures and mend a trip, they've already been there, and Oakville's newest businesses: Touch mixed media pieces created by promising can tell you with great detail the expectade L'Afrique, a lifestyle gallery with young artists. A central hub for art and cul- tions and thrills you could expect from one decor and accents all crafted in ture, Touch de L'Afrique transcends the tra- of our trips. The rare nature of finding such treasures Africa, and Go Touch Down travel ditional concept of a store. "Our aim was to services and the Afro Café. offer people an authentic exhibition experi- and proprietors that are passionate of their In a pocket of town dotted with ence that complements the grandness that is homeland all packaged together brings the boutiques, quaint restaurants and Africa," Store owner Robyn Oberholzer says. type of charm one would expect from a famcoffee shops, Touch de L'Afrique will They are a solution to African travel and ily business and the awe and grandeur one the authenticity of African art: "We are would expect from a big city gallery. It's time Africans from Africa, that know Africa and for you to "Touch Down" in our corner of shop African," Oberholzer says of how the Oakville and experience the Majesty of Africa, finer things in life are usually the hardest to it's art, its treasures and its experience that find. "Just like gold and diamonds beneath await a continent away. For more information contact them at the earth, sometimes you need to know the right people who have done all of the hard 905-338-3300 or visit the boutique at 229 work in order to enjoy these finer things." Lakeshore Rd. E. Akasha's Den is celebrating our Three Year Anniversary Thank you to all our clients for your valued support! We look forward to many more years of service! To celebrate, we're offering a Special Anniversary Discount JUNE 25 27(FRIDAY OPEN TILL 9:30PM) f Tibetan & Crystal Singing Bowls, Healing Crystals & Stones, Crystal & Gem Jewelry, Therapeutic Essential Oils, Inspirational Wall Hangings, Healing Wands, Sceptres & Walking Sticks, Buddhas, Prayer Wheels and Flags, Fair Trade Sculptures, Pottery & Carvings, Meditation Tools, Native Dream Catchers & Medicine Wheels, Himalayan Salt Lamps, Drums, Masks, Natural Incense, Sage & Smudging Supplies, Angels, Natural Body Products, Pendulums and so much more! www.akashasden.com Unit 1, 312 Lakeshore Road East (One block east of Trafalgar, South ON Reynolds Street) 905-844-5055