By Ron Johnson
Although Zach Edey’s season didn’t end the way he wanted, with his Purdue Boilermakers exciting the March Madness NCAA Tournament in the first round, the friendly giant from Toronto’s Leaside neighbourhood was just named the Associated Press men’s college basketball player of the year. And that’s gotta take some of the sting away. In an … Continued
Although inflation has caused the cost of dining out to soar, there are many standout restaurants in the city with quality food at reasonable prices. And when it comes to restaurant recommendations, who better to trust than a chef — and a Michelin chef to boot! Chef Jeffrey Bovis, recently awarded a Bib Gourmand for … Continued
Toronto’s favourite Filipino foodie event — Filipino Restaurant Month — is back for its second year. Kicking off on April 1, the event was launched to promote and support Filipino restaurants and chefs, while encouraging the use of Philippine-made ingredients. The month-long food extravaganza will see participating restaurants offer prix fixe menus that showcase the … Continued
Anthony Q. Farrell’s TV writing career started out with a bang — writing on one of the most popular shows of all time, the U.S. version of The Office. Now, 10 years after the show went off the air, Farrell is bringing the workplace comedy back with CTV’s Shelved, with a distinctly Toronto twist. When … Continued
By lindsaylow
The Toronto Blue Jays are set to toss out the first pitch on another season that could end in another and much-deeper playoff run for the team. Bolstered by a few new and very talented players alongside the core of stars in Vladimir Guerrero, Bo Bichette and George Springer, the team is ready to contend … Continued
Blue Jays fans get ready to celebrate — today is opening day! The Jays will face-off against the St. Louis Cardinals this afternoon at a sold-out Busch Stadium. On April 11, fans will return to the new and improved Rogers Centre not just to cheer on the boys in blue, but to enjoy some interesting … Continued
Sleep is one of the cornerstones of good health, and a high-quality mattress suited to your specific needs is your best ally in getting a good night’s sleep! Whether you have trouble sleeping or not, choosing the right mattress is essential. Picking out a mattress can be confusing, especially with the variety of options available … Continued
By Ron Johnson
On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, the Black Life Impact Foundation revealed the major components and partners of its ground-breaking education and impact campaign to accompany the documentary series Black Life: Untold Stories. Led by author, activist, and Black Life co-executive producer Sandy Hudson, the campaign includes a comprehensive, bilingual curriculum; an experiential digital … Continued
If you’re a regular ivory tickler you might already know that today is World Piano Day! Founded in 2015 by composer Nils Frahm, it takes place on the 88th day of the year, referencing the number of keys on the piano. Celebrations and events are scheduled to take place all over the world, and piano.org … Continued
If you’re looking for some good homemade food after a night at the club, a new restaurant just outside the city is the place to go. Monarch Restaurant and Lounge is gaining social media popularity not just for their upscale take on African fare, but for being one of the few places open until the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Canadian actress and Toronto native Kari Matchett is starring as the President of the United States in the popular new Netflix series The Night Agent. One of the hardest working and busiest actresses on TV, Matchett is best-known for her five-season run on the hit spy drama Covert Affairs. But her latest project might be even better. We checked … Continued
By Jarrod Daley
See all posts by Diamond and Diamond Lawyers While some of us might prefer Uber and others prefer Lyft, there’s no denying that ridesharing services have become an integral mode of transportation for many Canadians. Many of us think of Uber as a quick, easy, and generally safe way to get from point A to … Continued
