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Q&A: Hollerado, headlining the side stage at tomorrow’s Edgefest '11

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This Saturday, Hollerado will headline the side stage at Edgefest, but don’t count on seeing them play side stages for very long. Their infectious blend of upbeat pop-rock, quirky lyrics and solid songwriting have made them one of Canada’s most noticeable up-and-coming acts. How can you say no to a band with a hit single about a wise, unapologetic, older woman’s final day on Earth? Bassist Dean Baxter was kind enough to drizzle his brain’s weird juices over our questions.

Is Rosedale ready for horse? Apparently not

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When the newest addition of the Terroni family opened in Rosedale earlier this year, we couldn’t help but wonder if the area was prepared for carpaccio di cavallo (a.k.a. horse meat). The answer is neigh, apparently. Terroni Bar Centrale has decided to quit horsing around and has pulled horse meat items from its menu. Talk about an epic foal-ure (we just can’t help it with the horse puns).

The Youth North American Bridge Championships are going down in Toronto this month. Wait, young people play bridge?

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Few things are more synonymous with retirement than bridge (thinking hard, we came up with cruise ships and bocce). But with the Youth North American Bridge Championships rolling into Hogtown this month, grandma is about to see a whole lot of pint-sized competition. We caught up with 11-year-old Richard Jeng from the U.S. (one of the reigning kings, along with his brother Andrew) who will shortly arrive in Toronto to defend his crown.

T.O. Sales Roundup: summertime, and the shopping is easy

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Savvy shoppers know that July is hot – and we don’t just mean the weather. As stores make way for the upcoming fall season, there are awesome sales to be had everywhere. Obviously, shopping can be a bit overwhelming during this tantalizing time, so we’ve made it easier on you by picking out fall’s most fashionable trends that are on sale right now in hopes of making your wardrobe’s transition from summer to fall a seamless affair.

Edgefest ’11 hits Downsview Park tomorrow. Here, a rundown of the main stage acts

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Edge 102.1‘s alternative music smorgasbord, Edgefest, returns tomorrow after a one-year absence. Chicago punk rockers Rise Against are headlining a roster scientifically designed to bust eardrums at Downsview Park. Tickets are still on sale at Ticketmaster, but if you’re on the fence, try this easy litmus test: turn on the Edge for about fifteen minutes — this year’s stable of acts is pretty representative of the usual playlist. Below, a quick roundup of acts on the main stage.

So, Kate snubbed T.O. Time to forgive, forget and plagiarize her sweet fashion sense

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If there’s one thing that Will and Kate’s visit to Canada is proving, it’s that the new Duchess has got some killer style. “What is Kate wearing?” seems to be the biggest question of each day as the Queen-to-be consistently impresses fashionistas around the world with her chic clothing choices. And while the royal newlyweds didn’t stop in Toronto, we’re over it. Below, a roundup of items from local shops where you can emulate these “Kate in Canada” looks.

Dark Horse Espresso Bar possibly expanding to the Eaton Centre (you know, the indie mecca of Toronto)

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Dark Horse Espresso Bar opened its third location just last year, but owners have apparently been deliberating a fourth location to be housed in the Toronto Eaton Centre. Yes, that Eaton Centre. Co-owner Deanna Zunde tells us that plans have been in the works since around March for a fourth Dark Horse to emerge on the ground floor of Sears, but says those plans may be changing in light of Sears’ recent CEO changeover.

Kitchen Confidential: The cold facts on raw food

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As raw vegan dieting moves from the fringe to the mainstream (no doubt inspired by the arrival of bathing suit season) we test dishes from two of T.O.’s signature raw food restaurants to find out if they’re really as healthy as they seem.

Fringe benefits: a Q&A with Gideon Arthurs, executive director of Toronto's Fringe Festival

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Don’t let the name fool you. The Toronto Fringe Festival is anything but a “small potatoes” performance festival. In fact, it’s become Toronto’s largest theatre festival, with more than 140 associated productions running each summer. In honour of the festival’s kick-off (June 6 — yep, that’s today!), we put Executive Director Gideon Arthurs in the proverbial hot seat — and asked him to give us an idea of what we can expect from the Fringe this year, and from Arthurs in the future.