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12 - The Port Perry Star - Tuesday, January 4, 2000 Judd Moore never hears anything but good comments about the food. and service at the Emerald Mare restaurant, and that's the way he likes it. While he admits his restaurant is a little way off the beaten path -- it's located at 2130 Shirley Rd., just south of Port Perry -- the owner and chef says it's well worth the drive. "It may be a bit out of the way, but when people come here for the first time and enjoy the food of this calibre out in the middle of nowhere... well, | have a lot of people returning," he said, noting that the view of the equestrian stable is a popular attraction which has garnered quite a reputation in Durham Region and beyond. Everything on the extensive menu is made from scratch, something the I5-year culinary veteran takes pride in. "| think what makes us stand out is our effort," said Mr. Moore. "We try a lot harder than everyone else around here. Some chefs aren't really serious about what Y130 Shiviev Road. Port Pore they do" ~1oY Shtriey '\Noad, Fort erry : "I've been making some things every day for the past 10 years, but every time | do (905) 985-4273 i worry about making them better and that's why the complaints are few and far ; tween. To make reservations at the Emerald Mare, please call 985-4273. QuAaLITY BUTCHERS : : ; ; 5 While under new ownership for the past three months, Reg Cook 3 a ¢ | Quality Butchers still continues to offer great service and products. Qo Now owned and operated by Brent Herrington, his wife Jacqueline, : Quality Butchers -- mother Sharon, and sister Amy, the local butcher shop still carrigs the best -- quality meats possible, from beef, pork, lamb, chicken and even $gafood. ~ Brent Herrington, DL Custom freezer packs are available and meat for any specig occasion Proprietor. Ay _... "can also be arranged, adds Brent. Shales poor | [SE Known for years in the area as the best meat shop ound, Brent promises that Reg Cook Quality Butchers will continue that tradition. "We really only specialize in gne product, and that's offefing quality meat ~ products at competitive prices with great personal service." Come by and check out Reg Cook Quality Butchers at 263 Queen St. and look into their custom freezer packs, or call them at 985-1456. The shop is open Tuesday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m, and Saturdays from 9 am. to 5 p.m. They're closed Sundays and Mondays. (@): Xo Xel 2:07 By offering more products and services than you would expect from a grocery store, Zehrs Market in Uxbridge is ready to make your shopping experience in the new millennium much more convenient. Located in Uxbridge for almost 20 years now, including the past three years at their new superstore on Hwy. 47 South, Zehrs offers much more than just a traditional grocery store. The 65,000 square-foot store also offers The Wine Shoppe, Cadet Dry : SEPM Cleaners, and a CIBC branch. y vy : oo Groceries, fresh produce, meat and deli departments, a seafood counter, AN R I ! \ i : El bakery, dairy department and hot and cold prepared foods are just some of the products Zehrs offers. Other items available include a full-seryice pharmacy, = music, books and videos, a pet centre, floral department, bulk food, one-hour a WAREZ ARS RL 8 ) dol de [dS photo processing, and a general merchandise department. ; . Zehrs Market is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday, on Saturday from 8 am. to 7 p.m,, and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. The store can be reached at 852-1212; the pharmacy at 852-1206; and the floral department at 852-1215. KARATE Kick off the new millennium with Port Perry's best kept secret. Offering traditional Japanese karate to all ages for the past 25 years, the Port Perry Wado Kai Karate Club is now accepting new members. The local club is affiliated with the Toronto Wado Kai Karate. Club, which includes more than 30 other clubs in Canada; and runs community-based . traditional karate programs in a safe and controll atmosphere. Karate training improves balance, focus, fitness, concentration, co- " ordination, and self-confidence and also helps reduce stress. It is also an excellent supplement to other sporting activities such as baseball, hockey, golf, soccer etc. A womens' self-defence class is also available. More than 20 students of all ages attend Port Perry Wado Kai Karate classes . at the Latcham Centre every Sunday and Tuesday night year-round, says Ron Ruskay, noting that the classes are inexpensive and an Er: way to exercise with family and friends. Take advantage of our millennium offer of four free introductory lessons. Call Ron Ruskay at 986-5071 or Frank Murphy at 985-9167 or visit the B. Latcham Centre during class time. EE I yor rape, en