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Why The Buzz And Fuss Over American Girl?

May 13, 2014 by Sonya 2 Comments

I had first heard about this line of dolls from a friend a few yeas ago on a business trip to Chicago. I can't exactly remember what year it was. What I do remember is that a mommy friend of mine was obsessing over a visit to the store to get a doll for her daughter. I accompanied her to the shop … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kids, Life Tagged With: american girl, Chapters Indigo, dolls, MapleLea Girl, Robson, Toronto, toys, Vancouver, yorkdale

Spa Review: Zen Out At The Shizen Spa, Cosmopolitan Hotel

May 12, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

I can hear the water streaming in the background and the quiet whispers of enchanting music. It's hard to believe that this spa is in the core of the city just mere steps from many offices. It's an urban escape if only for a few hours out of my busy schedule.  I let the soothing voices take me away … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Reviews Tagged With: Cosmopolitan Hotel, Moroccan Oil, Pantages Hotel, Shizen Spa, spa, Toronto

Theatre Review: The Lion King Roars Again

May 7, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

I can recall the first time I saw The Lion King on stage very vividly. The animals breathe life in the most awe-inspiring ways, it takes your imagination beyond the well-loved Disney story. A review cannot do it justice; you really need to see it for yourself. The Lion King has returned to Toronto … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Disney, Mirvish Production, The Lion King, theatre, Toronto

Top 10 Meaningful Gift Ideas For Moms

May 2, 2014 by Sonya 1 Comment

Over the past few months I've been taking note of some interesting gift items in anticipation of Mother's Day.  So, I've compiled a list of what to get moms who love meaningful gifts. You know what I mean? Whether you make something by hand or buy a gift, it's nice to know that you've taking the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holidays, Life, Style & Beauty Tagged With: AGO, Apple, Atelier Trema, B Mat, B Yoga Mat, Crane, deerhurst resort, DHL Express, Elaine Lui, Essence Collection, Gift guides, Hope for Children, iPhotobooks, Jarvis Church, Jully Black, Lainey Gossip, le dolci, mac, Macaron Class, Me to We, Mother's Day, Pandora, Papyrus, Shop AGO, Squawking Chicken, Toronto

Best Brunch Spots In Toronto To Treat Mom!

April 28, 2014 by Sonya 1 Comment

Mother's Day  is just around the corner and I don't really want it sneaking up on me like it does each and every year. That weekend is full of love from my own kids but also for my mom, mother-in-law, sister and friends. I know, I know, us moms should be celebrated each and everyday but hey... it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food Tagged With: brunch, Cafe Boulud, Destingo Kitchen & Bar, Four Seasons, Gladstone Hotel, Kwan Dim Sum, Lamesa Filipino Kitchen, Mother's Day, PC, President's Choice, Queen Street, recipe, Rectory Cafe, Toronto, Wards Island

HotDocs14: Must See Documentaries

April 21, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

One of my biggest life lessons is understanding that everyone in this world has a story to tell. To this day, my father continues to teach me this. From when I was a child he would tell me stories of people. Everyday people. He taught me that everyone has a voice and is worth listening to. Each year … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life, Movies Tagged With: 112 weddings, Actress, Advanced Style, Caroll Spinney, documentary, Film festival, Four Letters Apart Children in the age of ADHD, Hot Docs, Hotline, I am Big Bird, Love Me, To be Takei, Tomorrow We Disappear, Toronto

Street Artists Bring Out Their Inner Ninja Turtles

April 15, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

Street art has gained it's own rightful place in the world of contemporary art. We're familiar with artists like Banksy who showcases his work around the world in public places. It's urban art that is often fun, sometimes thought-provoking and always meant for everyone to enjoy. Recently I was … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Technology, The Arts Tagged With: Adrian Hayles, Angel Carrillo, Canada, Inner Ninja Turtle, Jose Gabriel Sandoval, Nickelodeon, Spencer Harrington, Street Art, Street Art Battle, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, TMNT, Toronto, Urban Art, Walmart Canada

Wicked Is Coming!

April 14, 2014 by Sonya 1 Comment

I know a few people who are anxious to see WICKED return to the stage here in Toronto. Well, not to worry... Broadway's biggest blockbuster hit returns to this city September 3 to November 2 at the Ed Mirvish Theatre. Tickets will start going on sale Monday, May 5th. Mark your calendars! Save the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Ed Mirvish Theatre, Mirvish, musical, theatre, Toronto, Wicked

RIO 2 Premiere And The TIFF Kids Opening Night Party

April 11, 2014 by Sonya 1 Comment

TIFF Kids International Film Festival has got to be one of my most favourites events in Toronto. It's an opportunity to see many films from around the world made for the younger viewing audience and their families. This year's festival is showing a total 112 films from 31 countries. There are a few … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Movies, Technology, The Arts Tagged With: Anne Hathaway, Blue Sky Studios, bruno mars, Carlos Saldanha, Film festival, itunes, Janelle Monae, Jessie Eisenberg, RIO 2, TIFF, Tiff Kids, Toronto, Wondaland

A Taste Of Luxury At The Shangri-La Hotel Toronto

April 7, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

Was it a dream? Someone please don't wake me up just yet. I'm still savouring an event I had attended recently at the Shangri-La Hotel in Toronto. I was invited to experience a taste of what this luxury hotel had to offer for this spring. I've always said that when I grow up I'd like to live in a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food, Reviews, Travel Tagged With: BOSK, Damon Campbell, food, Garden Suite, Mike Moffatt, restaurants, shangri-la hotel, Toronto

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