As a result of ongoing COVID-19 infection rates, St. Patrick’s Day festivities have been cancelled across Toronto, including the St. Patrick’s Day parade for the second year in a row. With restaurants still closed for indoor dining, it also means that the traditional St. Paddy’s pub crawls are also off the menu. Although you won’t … Continued
By Nikki Gill
With its abundance of windows and contemporary brick façade, 8 Relmar Rd. stands out in this Forest Hill South neighbourhood. The semi-detached property stands three storeys high and boasts some premium luxuries, including an elevator and rooftop spa pool. This home has an open concept main floor, three bedrooms, five bathrooms and a finished lower … Continued
Ashish Sethi’s new venture, Sanjeev Masala Co., is a tribute to his late father. After emigrating to Canada in the 1980s from India, Sanjeev Sethi opened his first restaurant, the Host Fine Indian Cuisine, with his brother in 1996. The pair went on to launch five restaurants, including a much-loved outpost in Richmond Hill, and … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Bathing suit shopping can be anxiety-inducing at the best of times, for those of all shapes and sizes. The experience can be even more stressful for parents in search of swimwear for young girls that offers both comfort and adequate coverage. Yet another layer of apprehension gets piled onto the process, however when it comes … Continued
By Erin Neilly
One of Canada’s most trusted authorities on style and fashion, Jeanne Beker has covered the industry for more than 30 years. Now watch her in her current style editor role on TSC’s Style Matters with Jeanne Beker or tune into her new podcast Beyond Style Matters, available wherever you get your podcasts. Aside … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Mas Playas, the Mexican chain of eateries known for high-end tacos and cocktails, is opening another Toronto location this time in the Yonge and Eglinton area. Playa Cabana Bar Esquina will join the Mas Playas roster that includes the original Playa Cabana in the Annex, as well as Cantina in the Junction, Barrio Coreano in … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The GTA is finally getting its own Carlo’s Bakery. Yes, the city has had its Cake Boss vending machines for a while now, but soon the first outpost in Canada will open in Port Credit. Since 1910, Carlo’s Bakery has been serving up sweet treats for Hoboken, New Jersey, and the greater New York City … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto singer-songwriter Dallas Green has had a long career in music, recording dozens of hit singles under the name City and Colour and as part of the band Alexisonfire. Now, he’s giving back to the community by teaming up with Toronto Raptors head coach Nick Nurse in support of the Nick Nurse Foundation, an organization … Continued
By lindsaylow
Toronto talent is being recognized in the Best Music Video category at this year’s Grammys. The video for “Life is Good” by Future (right) featuring Drake (left) received a nomination and it was directed by Toronto’s own Julien Christian Lutz, better known as Director X. The music video — which features both rappers picking up … Continued
By lindsaylow
Through their viral #MomTruths videos, Toronto moms Cat & Nat tackle motherhood with wit and wisdom. Find them at catandnat.ca. We just realized that we work so hard as moms to please people who don’t give a f#@$ what we do. We try to make sure that the food they eat pleases their palate. Why? … Continued
Summerhill cafe and wine bar Boxcar Social is expanding its footprint across the city thanks to a new partnership with local developer Fitzrovia. Boxcar Social co-owner John Baker says that they’re creating cafes for three of Fitzrovia’s purpose-built rental apartments, including the Waverly, which is set to open next month near Spadina and College. “It’s … Continued
By Nikki Gill
He’s created art for everyone from Drake to Snoop Dogg to Fred VanVleet, but for Toronto artist Amer Sal Mohammed, that trajectory is no surprise. “I’ve been an artist my entire life, and I knew I’d make it work,” says the artist who grew up in Saudi Arabia and now calls Toronto home. Mohammed moved … Continued
