Purse-snatchers be warned: we’ve packed to protect ourselves. Not actually, of course, but at least this Guardian Angel clutch by Dutch brand Vlieger and Vandam will have thieves fooled into thinking so. Now, we don’t condone violence, but this purse is pretty badass. Find it now, front and centre, in A2Zane’s current winter-themed window display on Queen West.
Toronto comedian Natalie Norman describes her comedy as “self-deprecating with a hint of extreme narcissism,” which pretty much ensures you’re in for one crazy, but funny, ride. Fairly new to the standup scene, Norman co-hosts a bi-weekly show at Labyrinth Lounge, as well as a comedy podcast with Toronto comedian Catherine McCormick. We chatted with Norman about rom-coms, her first time on stage and what her family thinks of her being a comedian.
It seems Anthony Bourdain can’t get enough of Toronto. After (finally) stopping by our city last summer for an episode of The Layover, he’ll be returning for a live show at the Sony Centre on May 4 with renowned chef Eric Ripert of NYC’s Le Bernardin.
Tucked into a corner of the Trump Tower, Suits Lobby Lounge is decked out with tufted banquettes, gold Louis XVI chairs and an extravagant crystal chandelier. Playing to the Bay Street crowd, this just-opened bar — which has large picture windows perfect for spying on work arch-nemeses puttering about — is all about the brown spirits, focusing on heavy-hitters such as Ardbeg scotch.
In the ’90s, the Rogers Centre was the SkyDome, Joe Carter was da bomb, the Leafs were still playing at Maple Leaf Gardens (and making the playoffs), the skyline wasn’t riddled with high rise condos and Mel Lastman ruled the new megacity with a Bad Boy iron fist. So for those feeling nostalgic, the ’90s will be making a return to our city in the form of these five upcoming events.
Every Tuesday, we round up the best events from the city’s fashion scene. In this edition: student discounts at Urban Outfitters, a local jewellery designer at Black Box Boutique, a late-night market on King West and more.
For those who feel that seeing live theatre is akin to riding a magic carpet, you may be interested to know that a stage musical version of Aladdin is coming to Toronto this November, making its world premiere at the Ed Mirvish Theatre. But before you dust off your VHS tapes to have Aladdin show you the world, here are six fun facts you may not have known about the 1992 animated flick.
Every Monday, we round up the most exciting music news happening in Toronto. In this edition, Mounties are Canada’s newest supergroup, Skydiggers celebrate their 25th anniversary, The Sadies are featured on Hockey Night in Canada and more.
Friday Restaurant Recap rounds up the week’s Toronto restaurant news. In this edition: a long-awaited Italian restaurant finally opens, a frozen yogurt shop opens in January, an old brunch favourite returns to Dundas West and more.
Despite the frigid temperatures, Toronto is in in the midst of a design fever. With various design-centric events taking over the city, now is the time to stretch the mind with the latest innovations from the design world. The biggest of the bunch is the Interior Design Show (IDS). Ringing in its 15th year, IDS13 has 300 exhibitors filling out the Convention Centre. We got a sneak peak at what to expect over the weekend.
People all over the world celebrate Robbie Burns Day today. But what is the source of the man’s immortal appeal? According to a BBC documentary, “Robert Burns achieved more with his poetry than any writer since Shakespeare.” In celebration of his 254th birthday, we answer some questions about the freedom-loving Scottish bard (though we’ll always wonder why he gave an ode to a mouse or why he gave an address to a haggis.)
Everyone has that song. The one that helped them through a hard time or the one that evokes memories. So when Huntclub (a new studio and gallery space in the city) asked a group of local artists to create a typography project inspired by songs that got them through rough times, artist Robin Orbeta-Lacambra turned to Stevie Nicks.
