By lindsaylow
There is no essential wardrobe staple quite as fun to constantly search for as a fantastic leather jacket. We asked Jeanne Beker to pick her favourite leather outerwear from local boutiques. Her top picks included local labels such as LaMarque, and leather experts like AllSaints. Whether it’s a pop of colour or a designer deal … Continued
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Get to know the most dynamic and innovative young people in Toronto. In part one of our 20 under 20, we take a look at the star athletes and change-making activists in our city. Whether they are chasing an Olympic dream or fighting for gender equality, the environment, adequate sex education and more, these youngsters … Continued
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If you stand at the corner of Bloor and Lansdowne, sometimes the air actually smells like chocolate. Over on Sterling Road, sharing the street with Henderson Brewing, the Drake Commissary and MOCA, is the Nestle factory where they make Smarties, Kit Kats, Coffee Crisps and Aeros. Though it’s not open to the public, if you … Continued
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Elton John The great Sir Elton John’s epic 300-concert farewell tour finally arrives in hubby David Furnish’s hometown of Toronto for two shows, Oct. 23 and 24. Following a hit movie chronicling Elton John’s career, the glitzy British knight is having yet another moment of his long-storied career. The crocodile-rocker will surely put on a … Continued
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Just in time for the creepy season comes a theatrical concert called Ghost Quartet, which features four outstanding musical talents unravelling four interwoven stories. These range from a retelling of Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Fall of the House of Usher” to a warped fairy tale involving two sisters, a tree house astronomer and a lazy … Continued
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Recently, whenever actor Laysla De Oliveira finds herself driving along Bloor past her old alma mater, Rosedale Heights School of the Arts, she rolls down the window and yells, “I’m going to be OK. I made it.” And made it she has. The Toronto actor made a big splash at the Toronto International Film Festival … Continued
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If Chick-fil-A doesn’t jive with your politics or your dietary restrictions and you’ve been struck by a wave of newfound social responsibility, maybe it’s time to consider a different way to satisfy your cravings. Vegan fast food looks to be the way of the future. Sustainable, affordable and socially conscious businesses have started to pop … Continued
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As the weather slowly begins to turn, people across Toronto are forced to face the dreaded but inevitable truth — summer is coming to an end. But don’t despair just yet, there’s still a month left until the season is officially over. And with that in mind, we made a list of all the hottest … Continued
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SCENE: An intimate French bistro with a smattering of tables and a soundtrack reminiscent of a hip Montreal house party. RECOMMENDED DISHES: The menu changes regularly; try croque cubano and the marinated mackerel. DRINKS: A mostly verbal wine list, with constantly changing wines by the glass, and classic cocktails. PRICE: Around $140 for two OPEN: Tuesdays … Continued
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A new midtown location for Kensington’s PIZZERIA VIA MERCANTI, specializing in Neopolitan-style pizza, will soon open at 2075 Yonge St. The spot was formerly Coquine Restaurant, which recently shut its doors after 12 years. The city’s latest craft brew pub AVLING KITCHEN AND BREWERY (1042 Queen St. E., 416-469-1010) is up and running. The 90-seat … Continued
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Summer weekends are ideal for road trips, and for those into theatre, this time is a great opportunity to check out different theatres outside the city. Here are our top picks for getaway-worthy stage sessions. Avon River style We can’t talk about summer theatre in Ontario without mentioning the venerable Stratford Festival, home to three … Continued
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Columnist Dr. Jessica O’Reilly is a sought-after speaker, author and sexologist (www.SexWithDrJess.com). Travel season is upon us, and though holiday planning and the thrill of vacation sex can heighten feelings of connection and passion, the stress associated with travel itself can put a strain on relationships. To attenuate the stress associated with travel, consider … Continued
