There's always going to be that office party, that neighbourhood get-together, or that Auntie Mary who decides we're ALL going to do a Secret Santa this year. We really don't mind. It means buying for fewer people overall and often having a little more fun with gift giving and receiving! We've … [Read more...]
The Perfect Gift Idea For Everyone On Your List
The holiday shopping season is definitely top of mind now that we’ve had our first sighting of Santa and his reindeer at the parade. It almost seems like the city has transformed into a wonderland overnight. The decorations are up, the lights are all glowing and letters will soon be written to the … [Read more...]
Cool Stuff To See And Do With Kids In Yorkville
We're in the home stretch of summer vacation and we've got a few empty days to fill up still. We've exhausted the summer camp weeks and friends are away at cottages. So, what can we do? There are great areas in the city to explore for day trip that's accessible and fun for families with kids in tow. … [Read more...]
Getaway Bags
Our family is hitting the road this week, and getting away gets a little easier with each trip. Over the last couple of years, I've developed a customizable packing list and I make a copy up for each kid to pack his or her supplies. Once they've everything gathered, I'd pack it up into family … [Read more...]
TIFF REPORT: Caitlin Cronenberg at NKPR’s IT Lounge Portrait Studio
The gifting lounges to the celebrities are all very different in what they have to offer. Readers who've been following us for a couple years now are always curious as to what goes on inside these lounges that are only open to the stars. Often they are tucked away in hotel suites or unassuming … [Read more...]
Target’s Coming, Canada…and It’s Bringing Some Friends!
The announcement that Target would be opening stores across Canada in March 2013 was met with great fanfare. Many of us have become fans of Tar-jay on cross-border jaunts, and there are certain products that are worth a drive to Buffalo (Sonia Kashuk's Barely There Loose Powder in Naked...I'm … [Read more...]
What’s making me smile right now!
I just joined a neighbourhood book club and I'm quite excited! Summer TV is more than horrible, so I'm hoping to spend more time reading on my patio. Here's the selection for our next meet. On the recommendation of a friend, I bought this fabulous new lipstick by Chanel, and I love … [Read more...]
Eco Chic
Inspired by Earth Week, and recent info from several retailers about their enviro-friendly products, I decided to explore the green fashions that are available in our malls and on main street.While several major retailers and brands have launched some innovative products or have operating … [Read more...]