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Warm For Woodlot

March 02, 2012 - Eons ago I spent an indulgent Sunday afternoon spoiling myself with flaky pastries and a latte while reading my favourite shelter magazines at Woodlot on Palmerston Street at College. Click HERE to see that post. I'd promise to return to this earthy industrial box of a space where the aroma of their massive wood…
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Here Comes Winterlicious!

January 25, 2012 - If you're a regular reader of my blog, you know I love my food. And nothing beats Toronto's favourite winter foodie celebration that supports our fantastic local restaurant industry...Winterlicious! Now in its tenth year, consider exploring the Culinary Events series, which offers eleven diverse experiences that both educate and entertain. Plus, this…
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E11even For A Bite

December 23, 2011 - Early last night I had drinks and appetizers at E11even Restaurant in the heart of the Sports and Entertainment District, right next to Maple Leaf Square at 15 York Street, a short stroll from the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood. Amidst the 'Bright Lights Big City' crush of rush hour and the streams…
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Kalendar Cafe On College Street

December 12, 2011 - There's no doubt that Kalendar Cafe at 546 College Street is one of the most romantic date destinations in Little Italy. The two vintage rooms each have a relaxed charm that make the place quaint, endearing and intimate. Plus they make the most delicious Orange Ginger Carrot Soup! These days I'm loving their…
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Poor John’s Cafe On Queen West

December 05, 2011 - Today has been one of those blustery wet rainy days that, while seasonally-warm for the month of December in Toronto, still sent a slight chill to the bone that quickly had us yearning to be indoors with a hot cup of coffee and some comfort food to nosh on. So after my associate James…
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Luna For Lunch In Queen West West

November 22, 2011 - Have you been to Luna yet? Luna Cafe at 181 Dovercourt Road is just north of Queen West in one of those charming former corner grocery storefronts that pepper the neighbourhood village streets of Toronto. This simple unadorned cafe is cozy with a vintage patina that is as down to earth…
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A Bite In Queen West

October 06, 2011 - Yup, sometimes I start my day with coffee and a Breakwich. This is what it looks like when I have it at The Drake Hotel (http://www.thedrakehotel.ca/) on Queen West. Breakwich + Coffee = Happy ~ Steve}
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Sunday Brunch & The Queen West Art Crawl

September 19, 2011 - Okay, so I'm not a Cheerio's fan but I thought this a great pic to chat about Sunday brunch. As a realtor, my action-janet-life-on-the-go doesn't always allow me leisurely Sundays to drink Mimosa's and savour waffles with maple syrup and bacon (Hello? Canadian here!). This is because weekends are often booked chock-a-block with appointments unlocking the doors of…
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Chowder In Charlottetown

August 16, 2011 - When I travel, I tend to hone in on my favourite local culinary specialty and then consume it again, and again, and again. So during my stay in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, I pretty much ordered the Seafood Chowder whenever I saw it on the menu which, being on the…
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Stylish Architecture In Victoria

July 21, 2011 - I returned for the second time this visit to Zambri's Restaurant (http://www.zambris.ca/) in Victoria, B.C. I loved the stellar food and stylish decor. Here's a snap of the interior: If you follow my blog, you know my favourite architecture tends to be structures constructed of metal, glass, stone and wood. The use and play…
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