I am thankful for the turkey hangover I have this morning. After two days of turkey with all the trimmings that has left me in a food coma and I'm going to just re-group for a couple days and relish on all the great fun we've had over this past weekend. I know that the festive holiday entertaining … [Read more...]
Moms in the Social Common
Before kids, I LOVED eating at great restos, hitting the arts & culture scene, and experiencing everything I could that comes with living in the city...OKAY I still do! But the first few years of being a mom has it's limitations on getting out. I wanted my blog here on Urbanmoms.ca to offer … [Read more...]
Summer in the City: The Scotiabank BuskerFest!
One of the most fun events in the city is the upcoming Scotiabank Buskerfest. From August 22 to 25 (2013) downtown Yonge Street in Toronto will be transformed into one massive stage full of entertainers! It's quite a sight and a great event to take the family to. From Queen Street to Gerrard Street, … [Read more...]
Night Markets You Won’t Want to Miss!
Summers are so amazing in the city! Toronto is that kind of city where you can hop on public transit and spend a few hours exploring different cultures and feel like you've been transplanted to somewhere away from the concrete jungle. While the days can get pretty steamy, we're pretty open about … [Read more...]
TV Host Patty Sullivan chats about CBC, Kids & #ZombieMoms
You know her as that cheery, bright-eyed children's television host Patty on CBC. She's a mom of two beautiful girls and wife to actor Michael Kinney. We had the wonderful opportunity to chat with Patty about what it's like to be a mom, TV celebrity to kids, and about the upcoming Kids' CBC … [Read more...]
Christian Louboutin Steps Into The City!
Trembles from the fashionistas could be felt all over the city last week as the uber famous shoe designer, Christian Louboutin stepped into to the city. Red heels were everywhere as the Design Exchange opened the latest exhibition in honour of the French designer. Mr. Louboutin made another … [Read more...]
sip & Savour Ontario
In celebration of Ontario Wine Week (June 16 to 22), why not take in a great event with some of the top chefs and wineries of the province? sip & Savour Ontario is gearing up for its highly anticipated event! On Wednesday, June 19th, the night out will showcase what Ontario has to offer … [Read more...]
Rock Meets Luxe: Zadig & Voltaire
It's not a movie or a music group but a FABULOUS designer line from Paris and it's arriving on our streets exclusively at Holt Renfrew. Zadig & Voltaire is known for its edgy meets luxe image. Think cashmere with angel wings and skulls (hey, Tracey you'd love this!) "The original idea … [Read more...]
Nella Bella is ALL THAT….and vegan too!
In a glass enclosed space at the St. James Cathedral located in the heart of the city, was the beautiful setting for the Nella Bella Fall/Winter 2013 collections preview event. With the twinkle from the city lights bouncing on the historical church as a backdrop, some of the city's most fashionable … [Read more...]
ART OF FASHION Design Winners & Fashion Week
More than 10,000 fashion industry influencers, design and style experts, and fashion lovers were invited recently to preview the finalists of the ART OF FASHION 2012 RAW Design Competion. Emerging Canadian designers featured their inspirations in a competition that was an overwhelming success … [Read more...]