Something magical happens when you head east from downtown Toronto. As you cross the bridge over the Don Valley Parkway, the city’s looming financial district shrinks into a framed photograph as the tall buildings of the city’s core slope down to meet lower, smaller buildings. Welcome to life on a human scale; to the open … Continued
A fast-growing American fried chicken chain that was brought into Canada by the founder of the Toronto Raptors is opening a new location in Leslieville. And, just like the Toronto locations before it, it’s brought along scrutiny from the surrounding community – this time before opening day. Dave’s Hot Chicken, the California fast food restaurant … Continued
For some, frisbee is the ultimate in summertime serenity. Lazily tossing around a disc with some friends can be the perfect way to catch up with the latest in each other’s lives while enjoying the great outdoors. The group playing frisbee at Varsity Stadium on one scorching August afternoon isn’t into all that. As heat … Continued
For many investors, private equity can be intimidating. Beyond the learning curve associated with the market, this attractive investment can present significant barriers to entry for individual investors The lack of transparency in disclosure requirements, restricted access to enough quality opportunities to create a diversified portfolio, high minimums, and fees, among other drawbacks, deter most … Continued
By lindsaylow
Natalie Preddie is a travel and lifestyle writer, speaker and guest expert on Cityline, Your Morning and Global’s The Morning Show. When walking downtown in Cambridge, Ontario, you might catch a succession of red capes as Elizabeth Moss and her fellow Handmaid’s Tale cast members haunt the Grand River. This past summer, Jason Momoa was … Continued
Japan’s top-rated ramen is coming to Yorkdale! Konjiki Ramen has been part of the GTA food scene since 2017 when Chef Atsushi Yamamoto opened up shop on Yonge Street. Following Yonge’s popularity, Konjiki opened downtown, and now the Michelin-recognized ramen restaurant is headed to the Yorkdale Mall. This world-famous restaurant received a Michelin Star in … Continued
By lindsaylow
The arts are back – with a bang! With a mix of outdoor and indoor venues according to public health protocols, get your fix of music, dance and more as the arts scene in Toronto springs back to life. Check out everything from theatre in High Park to performances at the new and improved Massey … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Although dedicated cycling lanes are much less controversial than they used to be, there is still some grumbling about where they have been implemented. I ride my bike to work, not every day but often enough to appreciate that bike lanes help make the trip feel a little safer. In the interest of full disclosure, … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Toronto’s own Simu Liu, best known as Jung Kim on CBC’s Kim’s Convenience, is making history as the lead in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Liu will be Marvel’s first ever Asian superhero as the star of the movie based on Marvel Comics character Shang-Chi. In 2014, Liu tweeted at Marvel asking … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Stratford Festival began in 1953 when Alec Guinness spoke the first words of Shakespeare’s Richard III inside a giant tent erected at the side of the Avon River. Now, 68 years later, the pandemic has forced the Stratford Festival to return to its roots, and it has proven to be a delightful experience for … Continued
By lindsaylow
The latest season of a top-rated HGTV Canada home reno show is bringing a new power duo to screens across the country. Realtor icon Kortney Wilson will be joined by Big Brother Canada alumnus Kenny Brain to co-host a new season with a new name – Making it Home with Kortney & Kenny. The show’s … Continued
