By Erin Neilly
Did you develop a new appreciation for sand sculpture or were you always a fan? I absolutely appreciate sand sculptures. I knew nothing about sand sculptures. Absolutely nothing. And I was enthralled by, you know, the art at the end of the day. What’s the strangest thing that happened? Probably the tide coming in. Like … Continued
By Erin Neilly
In 2022, Prince Edward County has become a perennial hot spot, revered as much for its white sandy beaches and cool vintage shops, as it is for its vineyard experiences, craft breweries and of course, the flourishing food scene. Two hours east of Toronto, each year, flocks of vacationers descend upon PEC, eschewing far-flung destinations … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Very early into the pandemic, we learned that we were not actually all in it together. Some people were able to quickly adjust to a work-from-home world, while others either lost their job or continued to go to work each day and risked becoming sick. Although the world is returning to its pre-pandemic state, the … Continued
By Erin Neilly
In a scathing and comical take on Black tokenism in the entertainment business, Toronto writer, playwright and all-around artistic dynamo Amanda Parris’s latest, Revenge of the Black Best Friend, is set to premiere on CBC Gem. “Revenge of the Black Best Friend came out of my childhood desire to see more stories on screen led … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Stephanie Henry is part of many Torontonians’ morning routines as the traffic reporter on Breakfast Television. She’s also a reporter and producer on CityNews Toronto and 680 News, and recently she’s been working as a producer on the #CitylineReal on Race YouTube series with Cityline host Tracy Moore. Here she shares how she met her … Continued
By Erin Neilly
To celebrate the Ides of March (et tu, Brute?), we had chef Rosa Marinuzzi and her sons, Vito & Tony, of 7 Numbers fame, sample T.O’s best Roman pizza (a square version of the classic, traditionally cut with scissors and sold by weight and made with thinner dough crafted with olive oil). Winner Venga Cucina … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Jess O’Reilly is a sought-after speaker, author and sexologist (www.SexWithDrJess.com). In my field, February is the busiest month of the year. Across North America, couples, community groups and even businesses prepare to celebrate all things related to love, relationships and sex. But for many, the buildup to Valentine’s Day is stressful, as the pressure to … Continued
By Erin Neilly
This month, chef Marc Thuet, of Petite Thuet, samples the biggest thing in Toronto baking — mini cakes! Share them with someone you love, or keep one all to yourself! They’re all available on the city’s delivery apps. Winner Nadège Patisserie “This is a very sexy cake. The glaze and flowers are beautiful, and the … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Day camps and overnight camps operating under the same corporate banner is a relatively rare phenomenon in the camping industry. These businesses are used to seeing each other as competitors rather than partners. However, the Ivy Day Camp and Camp Timberlane have joined forces to create a brand new relationship that provides an exciting and … Continued
By Erin Neilly
This winter and coming spring, learn more about Toronto’s distinguished private schools and what they have to offer your kids with their virtual open houses, and information sessions. Academy for Gifted Children – P.A.C.E. 905-773-0997 Visit pace.ca to find out more about our school. Bannockburn School 416-789-7855 Visit bannockburn.ca for info on our Virtual Open … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Craig Wong is the chef and owner of Patois Toronto, an Asian-Caribbean restaurant, and Bar Mignonette, a seafood wine bar with a focus on natural wines. Ordering in Chinese food has become something of a holiday tradition. When all of the holiday feast leftovers are gone and you’re in no mood to cook, … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Ordering in Chinese food has become something of a holiday tradition. When all of the holiday feast leftovers are gone and you’re in no mood to cook, takeout is the perfect solution. We asked chef Anna Chen, of Alma Restaurant, to sample Yeung chow fried rice from five of the city’s best Chinese restaurants. Yeung … Continued
