Toronto’s beloved street festival Taste of the Danforth is set to return to the city this summer after it was put on pause for the last three years. Set to take place Aug.11 to Aug. 13 2023, the popular east-end fest will be “reimagined” this year according to Mary Fragedakis, executive director of the GreekTown on the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto drag queen Priyanka has been hard at work parlaying her recent success into a number of creative outlets from albums to TV projects and, apparently, in keeping with the whole queen theme, even costume balls. The latest, is ESCAPE: Priyanka’s Iconic Wonderland, described as “a concept costume ball and experiential universe” happening March 24 at the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
It’s been in the works for a while, but Terra Bruce Productions has finally submitted its application to develop the historic Regent Theatre at 551 Mount Pleasant Rd. And, it looks pretty fantastic — no condos, preservation of the historic facade and the makings of a great addition to midtown Toronto. The cover letter submitted … Continued
By Ron Johnson
As far as sad and forlorn singer-songwriters go, one of the OGs of the genre is surely Toronto’s Hayden Dresser. It’s been eight years since his last album, but he’s back and set to release Are We Good on April 5. Hayden starting strumming beautifully mopey ditties in the bedroom of his Thornhill family home … Continued
Toronto’s cult-favourite vintage spot, Northern Touch Vintage, is co-hosting a pop-up and celebration for the 25th anniversary of Rascalz’s game-changing single “Northern Touch” with Canadian lifestyle brand Caked. The best part? The shop will be filled with some of Toronto’s greatest hip-hop and rap performers. The vintage store opened just two years ago, proudly calling … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Those at the NBA All-Star Game in Salt Lake City, Utah probably didn’t notice a thing, except the stunning talent of singer Jully Black on display singing Canada’s national anthem. But those watching here at home noticed Black’s not-so-subtle rewrite. And most were loving it. Black is a Canadian singer-songwriter, producer and actress who was inducted … Continued
Toronto has been a popular destination for T.V. and film production, so much so that it’s become one of the city’s major economic sources over the last two decades. Here are ten movies that celebrate the bustling Toronto we know and love. IT and IT Chapter 2 Stephen King’s novel turned two-time blockbuster hit was … Continued
By Ron Johnson
A few months into winter, the only exercise you might feel like taking part in is curling up in front of the fire, especially as the temperature continues to drop. But before you grab that weighted blanket, there are plenty of winter activities for those who are up for a snowy adventure in the outdoors. … Continued
We talk to former Suits actor Patrick J. Adams about starring in new relationship drama Plan B coming to CBC on Feb. 27, his advice for finding true happiness and working the concession stand at Cineplex Odeon as a typical Toronto kid. So I thought this would be a nice romantic story for our February editions, … Continued
There’s power couples, and then there’s athlete power couples — and then there’s athlete power couples who play the same sport! There’s something amazing about professional athletes who eat, sleep and breathe one sport meeting someone else who gets it. That’s certainly the case for Ontario’s Nick Wammes and Sarah Orban. Team Canada track cyclists, … Continued
Get your beads out and put your dancing shoes on, as we are just days away from Mardi Gras celebrations. Traditionally celebrated on “Fat Tuesday,” which lands on Feb. 21 this year, this tradition dates back thousands of years and has even expanded into a week-long celebration of good food and good parties in places … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Cinespace Studios Marine Terminal in Toronto will be transformed to resemble a certain town named Hawkins circa 1986 for a new Stranger Things immersive experience. Netflix is teaming up with global live-entertainment discovery platform Fever on Stranger Things: The Experience opening on March 31, 2023. “With this experience, fans are thrown into a world … Continued
