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Will Arnett

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T.O.’s famous funnyman on a youth merrily misspent in Leaside, finally playing the nice guy and his plans to get Arrested in 2011

Playfully elegant at Eglinton's Liv by Au Lit

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I purchase two things on this particular trip – a gorgeous cream cashmere turtleneck with beautifully detailed balloon sleeves by Emma & Posh, and a blue and white pinstriped long collared shirt with pleated details by Part Two.

Midtown french favourites tantalize at Didier

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We began with an amuse-bouche of a single organic cherry tomato, stuffed with finely-diced green beans and asparagus, and topped with a mayonnaise dressing. My first course of oeufs en cocotte “Diane” followed — soft poached eggs topped with coarsely-minced sauteed venison and sauce poivrade.

Best cafe/bar: In transition in Parkdale

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Opened in late 2009 by three veterans of the Toronto bar and nightlife scene, Francesca Zielinski, Julian Reyes and Duarte Carr, Blondie’s has quickly made a name for itself, in large part to doing two very different things very well. During the day, Blondie’s joins the ranks of area coffeehouse counterparts Salvador Darling turning out perfectly timed espresso-based beverages in the front of the bar’s space. As the nine to five day ends, the space comes alive to the sounds of a rotating selection of DJs and party nights, often quickly packing people onto the intimate leather couches under the glow of antler chandeliers.

Rare abalone gets served up in Toronto

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Abalone is a large sea snail that can be served raw on the half shell, stewed or fried in the kitchen. Apparently, we like the critter so much we have over-fished the wild stock as it is now listed on the Threatened Species list. That means that we are not allowed to harvest, catch, or serve it at all. Unless, that is, the abalone is cultured in a farm. Luckily, I’ve found the only abalone farm in British Columbia.

Perfectly petite at Yonge Street's Phi & Me

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Phi & Me initially caught my eye driving to a client – it was the clean look and their gorgeous chandeliers. I stopped in on my way home and was immediately struck by the femininity of everything in the boutique. From coats to blouses to skirts to accessories, Phi & Mi is filled with ruffles, rounded details, and soft colours.

Toronto mayoral race heats up

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The mayoral race is heating up, with four major candidates filing in the last two weeks and another expected to decide by the end of the month.

Froggett creating 'unforgettable' charity meal

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Keith Froggett, executive chef of the Forest Hill fine dining fortress Scaramouche, is creating an “unforgettable” four-course meal for a special evening fundraiser to benefit The Stop Community Food Centre. The event is planned for Jan. 24 at Scaramouche, with a ticket price of $250 that includes wine pairing.