These fall essentials will help to make a graceful transition between seasons.

Screen shot 2014-09-22 at 11.20.51 AMRain, Rain, Go Away Just because the weather is less than charming doesn’t mean you have to be dreary as well. Designed by Denmark-based label Rains, you may even (secretly) want it to rain to test out this water-resistant modern interpretation of the classic rain jacket. $124, Nouvelle Nouvelle.Screen shot 2014-09-22 at 11.20.30 AMInto the WildBased on author Cheryl Strayed’s physical and spiritual journey across the Pacific Crest Trail, this memoir is the perfect read to brainstorm your next destination adventure. Adapted into a major film with Reese Witherspoon, we’ll be lining up to watch Wild at this year’s Vancouver Film Festival.Screen shot 2014-09-22 at 11.20.16 AMCozy Up Designed to be used as a scarf or shawl but big enough to double as a cozy throw in a pinch, we’re falling for this versatile Diamond Mosaic textile. $85, Aritzia.Screen shot 2014-09-22 at 10.52.13 AMGood Mornings Though we wish there was enough time in the day to curl up on the couch with a big cup of tea, this on-trend metallic, ceramic tumbler makes taking your morning cup to-go as enjoyable as possible. $19.95, Starbucks.Screen shot 2014-09-22 at 12.28.32 PMSoup for the Soul Soup Sisters and Broth Brothers is a non-profit organization dedicated to warming one heart at a time with a bowl of soup for women, children and youth in need. Following their 2012 best selling success The Soup Sisters Cookbook featuring celebrity chefs and fellow volunteers recipes, we’re excited about their upcoming cookbook featuring seasonal recipes that are easy to cook at home. Submitted by Rogelio Herrera, co-owner and head chef at Alloy in Calgary, we’re confident that his Curried Squash and Coconut soup is bound to warm up anyone on a chilly day. (Look for more great Soup Sisters recipes in our upcoming October issue.)

Curried Squash and Coconut Soup
Ingredients
• 2 large butternut squash
• 4 medium carrots
• 2 white onions
• 1 can of coconut milk (20 oz)
• 1 1⁄2 L chicken stock
• 1 T yellow curry powder
• 1 t paprika
• 1 t red chillies
• 1⁄2 L plain yogurt
• 1⁄4 cup fresh mint
• 1⁄4 cup honey
• Salt to taste
Directions
1. Peel and dice Butternut squash, carrots and onions,
2. On a sauce pan combine all ingredients, bring to a boil and simmer until carrots are soft.
3. Blend the soup mixture until smooth and adjust seasoning.
4. Chop fresh mint and combine with yogurt and honey.
5. Serve the soup hot with a spoon full of minted yogurt