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Portland Variety slated to close on King West

By Goldie Poll

Portland Variety, a staple of King West since 2014, will be closing at the end of the month. Ralf Madi, the co-owner, attributes the closure to a combination of factors. One is the passing of his business partner, Milton Nunes, this past April. Another factor is the rapidly rising rents in the area. “Listen, I’m … Continued

Is the Michelin Guide forsaking Toronto? 

By Goldie Poll

The prestigious Michelin star is one of the few accolades that deems a restaurant truly sensational. Some chefs work their entire career to attain a nod from the historic French guide, but for most Canadians in the culinary world, one can only dream of Michelin recognition. So, as we await the release of Michelin Guide … Continued

Four Toronto actors set to stun at TIFF 2019

By Goldie Poll

The Toronto International Film Festival is one of the largest in the world and certainly one where the most business gets done. A strong showing at TIFF can launch an actor’s career into the stratosphere. Notable alumni include Tatiana Maslany, Sarah Gadon and Évelyne Brochu. Here are four local stars of the screen who could … Continued

The most outrageous, over-the-top treats at the CNE 2019

By Goldie Poll

This year marks the 140th anniversary of the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) and to celebrate vendors are serving up some of the craziest sweet and savoury snack combos the fair has ever seen. There’s no shortage of milestones to celebrate, as this also happens to be the 65th anniversary of the Food Building — so … Continued