Love shopping? I do! Surprised? I love quality, style as well as a good sale now and then. I could hardly contain myself when I found out that luxury goods store, Holt Renfrew, announced the introduction of their new concept store hr2. Once in a while I'll venture to "Holt's" when I need that … [Read more...]
The Crocodile turns 80!
There are a few brands in this world that are true icons and classics - that stay true to their roots. LACOSTE was born on a tennis court in 1933, as a French tennis champion Rene Lacoste replaced the what men wore for the sport. He was the first to introduce the comfort and stylish pique fabric … [Read more...]
Celebrating 110 at the King Edward Hotel
There are a few iconic buildings in Toronto but when you walk through the doors of the 110 year old King Edward Hotel, you can just feel the opulence and imagine all the incredible stories of grandeur (and gasp!...scandal) that have occurred throughout the years. Kind Eddy (as affectionately known … [Read more...]
HotDocs Interview: Kelly O’Brien, SOFTENING
Kelly O'Brien's second pregnancy was uneventful. When her son, Teddy, was born she was told by the doctor that her baby had contracted a virus in-utero. Without any symptoms or signs during pregnancy O'Brien and her family had to face a shocking reality that her son has "extensive … [Read more...]
HotDocs Party: Felix Austria! and the Kaiser Ball
This past Monday, Katya and I took a breather from our pile of HOTDOCS Film Festival screenings and was invited to the very fun Kaiser Ball - the big event that celebrated the World Premiere the documentary of FELIX AUSTRIA! Felix Pfeifle himself was in attendance at the invite-only Viennese … [Read more...]
The Foodie Adventure: Doing the Dishcrawl
I'm a foodie adventurer and I'll try anything at least once, if not twice. I love to taste, savour and explore my food from the littlest shop like Mr. Jerk up at the Peanut Plaza in Don Mills to my favourite and filling meals at Jumbo Empanadas in Kensington Market to the most satisfying weekend … [Read more...]
Hello Birkin Bag & Discovering Real Treasures
The first time I visited an auction house was years ago in Los Angeles. My husband and I visited Sotheby's. Although no live auctions were taking place, we were still welcomed and had a fascinating chat with one of the reps there. I also purchased a few "collectible" auction catalogues as … [Read more...]
$125 Well Spent
As a young fella I didn't go to a lot of sporting events. In fairness to my family they were new to this country via England. Sports like hockey and baseballwere unchartered territory for them. In fact it wasn't untill I was about 12 years old that I realized we weren't living in England but … [Read more...]
The popcorn marathon is about to begin! Welcome to HotDocs
About a month ago, I sat down with my popcorn and cappuccino (no, I'm not pregnant) and sifted through the incredible line up of films coming to Canadian International Documentary Festival also known as HotDocs. This festival starts this week and runs from April 25 to May 5. The programme is … [Read more...]
The art that changed the world.
If you're like me, and sometimes crave a quiet moment to be alone to clear your mind --even for only a couple hours, I often find a great escape is to an art gallery or museum. It's one of my most favourite things to do whether I'm here or away. There's comfort and solitude in these public spaces … [Read more...]
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