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Battle of the burgers
A growing number of gourmet burger shops are trying to elevate diner fare to haute cuisine. This month, five-star chef Keith Froggett of Scaramouche Restaurant tells us if any succeed
New in the neighbourhood: Malbec
MALBEC IS A variety of grape used to make wine, and although it is grown around the world, many identify it as an Argentinean classic. Perhaps this was the inspiration for Eduardo Marino, the chef who created the menu at Malbec Restaurant.
Style Q&A: What not to wear in T.O. this fall
Designer Franco Mirabelli answers all your style questions, including his pick of the biggest fashion faux pas for fall.
McEwan’s Italian food factory
NEW FORK IN TOWN: POST CITY COLUMNIST CHRISTINE CUSHING MAKES THE MOVE FROM CHEF TO CRITIC
The stealth bomber
Fashion’s top tastemaker, Jeanne Beker, navigates the city’s chicest aviator jackets and cozy scarves
Jason Bangerter gets 'wacky' at Luma on King
After eight years as chef de cuisine at French-inspired eatery Auberge du Pommier, Jason Bangerter says he is enjoying getting to play with Luma’s menu: a touch of Thai here, some spices there and a new, seared-tuna twist on the classic salad niçoise.
Toronto style maven reveals his favourite fall trends
After taking in New York Fashion Week last month, Toronto style maven Franco Mirabelli reveals his top five favourite fall trends in his PostCity.com blog.
The Guy at Home in his Underwear – in Toronto
Mark McIntyre is trying to make a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer. By hanging out in his apartment for 25 days in his underwear. On Oct. 6, Mark and Stanfield’s, a Canadian men’s underwear company, launched a fund raising campaign using popular Internet tools: webcams and social media. Mark will spend a total of 25 days in his downtown Toronto apartment in his underwear – he reveals a unique pair of undies every day – while four web cameras broadcast his every move to the world wide web.
Izakaya joint brings the buzz to the Annex
The storefront at 559 Bloor St. W. sits empty, but if everything goes smoothly, it will spring to life in January 2011 as Guu Izakaya’s second location. “I guess I should say thanks to all Torontonians,” says Hyun Soo, general manager of Guu’s Church Street locale. “People like our food.”
T.O. rock icon sounds off on new solo album
EVERY NEW ALBUM by Gord Downie is an event. One of the country’s most successful musicians, Downie has put out three solo albums in addition to his work with the Tragically Hip over the past 20+ years. With a new album in tow, The Grand Bounce, Downie is on tour in the area this fall.
Popular Italian resto looks north for growth
Uptown eatery Mezza Notte has decided to open a second location and bring their flair for Italian food to the 905. They are joining other T.O.-based Italian restaurants including Grazie and Ferraro — both with new York Region restos.