Festive Holiday Gift Guide – Speciality Gift Ideas
By Jarrod Daley
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Discover These 6 Outstanding Local Businesses in Forest Hill
The Eglinton Way has established itself as a thriving neighbourhood destination that truly embodies the spirit of the holidays. Nestled in the north end of Forest Hill, this stretch of Eglinton Avenue West offers an array of businesses that cater to the diverse needs of the local community and its visitors. From boutique shops to … Continued
Grab a bite, listen to music and even run into a celeb at this new T.O. shop
In Toronto’s lively Dundas West area, Elsie’s is more than a typical record shop; it’s a fusion of nostalgia, music and excellent coffee. This newly established venture reflects Menno Versteeg’s deep passion for music and serves as a heartfelt tribute to his grandmother, Elsie. Most probably know Versteeg from his musical ventures with Anyway Gang … Continued
Dear Sangita: I think my friend is getting married too fast
Sangita Patel is Streets of Toronto’s new advice columnist and was previously an entertainment reporter with ET Canada. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two daughters. Dear Sangita: My friend is getting married and I think it’s too fast. They got engaged after six months, and I feel like she doesn’t know … Continued
New stage show Ain’t Too Proud provides many moments of pure musical delight
By Ron Johnson
Ain’t Too Proud, the new Temptations-inspired musical on stage now at the Ed Mirvish Theatre is a lot. It’s spectacular, for one. It’s also emotional, and detailed almost to a fault. The musical, with the full title Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations, is a Broadway musical that chronicles The … Continued
Festive Holiday Gift Guide – Jewellery
By Jarrod Daley
Cruel Intentions remake was filmed in this unique Michelin-chef owned bar
While the accolade of being Michelin-recognized often encourages chefs across the globe to expand to open more high-end restaurants, Jeffrey Bovis decided to go a whole different route — he took over The Comrade. In September 2022, while Wynona, Bovis’s establishment on Gerrard Street, received international acclaim as a Bib Gourmand recipient, Bovis simultaneously dedicated efforts … Continued
This swanky new restaurant is serving up breathtaking views of Toronto
High above The Well, on the 38th floor, Aera has entered Toronto’s dining scene. The city’s latest spot for fine dining, pays homage to 21st-century American cuisine. Perched 38 floors high, it effortlessly combines elevated classics, raw bar delights and steakhouse favourites. The result is a menu that beautifully captures the essence of modern American … Continued
Festive Holiday Gift Guide – Home Decor
By Jarrod Daley
Brian Gluckstein’s four tips to create a Scandinavian-inspired holiday home
By Nikki Gill
Catch Brian Gluckstein on Cityline, where he is a regular guest expert, shop his collection, GlucksteinHome, at Hudson’s Bay and follow him @briangluckstein on Instagram. I know many of us are so looking forward to the holiday season, even decorating a little earlier, or with a little more gusto, than years prior now that for many, holiday celebrations with … Continued
Festive Holiday Gift Guide – Fashion
By Jarrod Daley
New Toronto hot spot is serving up a fusion of flavours in Little Italy
On College Street, a new restaurant, Conjeo Negro, draws inspiration from Caribbean, Creole and Latin American flavours. These diverse culinary influences shape the space’s menu, offering a fusion of spices and ingredients that marry all three cultures into tantalizing food and drinks. Taking its name from the Spanish translation of “Black Rabbit,” Lamine Martindale one … Continued