By Ron Johnson
Toronto native Candice Kaye returned home to Toronto in 2016 after a stint abroad in Paris and completing a design program as well as working on a few design projects in New York City. Once home, she started Candice Kaye Design, a local design project that produces artisan wallpaper, rugs and embroidered linens. The textile … Continued
By Nikki Gill
Named for sisters and founders from Montreal, Romy and Myriam Maguire, Maguire Boutique is a new kid on the footwear block in Toronto. But don’t expect your typical visit to a shoe store — this is a shopping experience with a few unique twists that make the process both easier and more transparent. The luxury … Continued
By Ron Johnson
If you shop at Eleven Thirty, you’ve probably seen Alexa Schoorl’s handmade clogs. Her homegrown clog brand, Run Pony Pony, was born from a desire to create, and a course in sandal-making offered by a friend. “A friend of mine was putting on a workshop to teach stay-at-home moms how to make sandals to give … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Ottawa’s famous Kettleman’s Bagel Co. is finally coming to Toronto after a slight delay due to COVID-19. Kettleman’s has been a staple in the 613 for years and the city is just a tiny bit excited to try out some of the shop’s famous flavours. As with most respected and hailed bagel shops, Kettleman’s makes … Continued
Some of Canada’s most well-known personalities are showcasing their favourite local restaurants for Rally for Restaurants, a new digital series created by Stella Artois in partnership with athlete empowerment brand Uninterrupted Canada. The series builds on the original Rally for Restaurants initiative, which was launched by Stella Artois in April of this year. The Canada-wide … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Inspired by his father’s work as a tailor but itching to carve his own unique path in the garment biz, Ben Viapiana chose to begin working with denim as a teenager. He made his first pair of jeans at age 16, and from then on, he made it his mission to make each pair better … Continued
This week, Rick’s Good Eats and The Rolling Pin are teaming up to create the ultimate treat for Diwali, the Indian festival of lights. Diwali, which begins Nov. 14, is a New Year’s celebration that usually includes family feasts and fun. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, this year’s festivities won’t look like previous ones. However a … Continued
By Nikki Gill
The latest addition to Mejuri’s collection of dôme rings is inspired by one of the world’s greatest cities and one it also calls home — Toronto. With the bulk of 2020 behind us, the company created the ring to acknowledge the strength and determination the city has shown throughout this challenging year. Chief creative officer … Continued
In another tough blow for Toronto restaurants and bars, the city announced yesterday that indoor dining will remain closed for at least another month. The news came as an unpleasant surprise for Toronto restaurants, with Ford having previously announced that the city would move into the restrict (orange) level of the COVID-19 response framework, allowing … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Lighthouse Immersive team behind the popular immersive Van Gogh exhibit has announced a new production dubbed Illusionarium, which is set to open on Dec. 14 and run alongside Van Gogh. The exhibit is said to feature life-size holograms, 3D projection, floor-to-ceiling production design, and vanguard special effects within a 300,000-square-foot space. The Lighthouse team … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Nick, John, and Tim Frank are the brothers behind Toronto-based Frank Brothers Guitars. The Frank brothers began their custom guitar business in 2014 with a sketch of a guitar and the drive required to learn how to build guitars from scratch. With no prior woodworking, design, or luthier experience, the self-taught brothers have evolved into … Continued
By lindsaylow
Erin O’Toole is the new leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and member of Parliament for Durham (Ontario). He, along with his wife Rebecca and two kids, are just settling into their new home in Ottawa as he settles into his new post. Here he shares the story of how he met and married … Continued
