Morning Brew: Rob Ford's libel trial continues, Trump Tower sheds glass, free...
The second day of Rob Ford's libel trial featured a strong exchange between the mayor's lawyer and George Foulidis, the owner of the Boardwalk Pub in the Beaches. Gavin Tighe, representing Ford,...
View ArticleThis Week in Film: Holy Motors, Twilight Breaking Dawn 2, The Searchers,...
This Week in Film rounds up noteworthy new releases in theatres, rep cinema and avant-garde screenings, festivals, and other special cinema-related events happening in Toronto.NEW RELEASESHoly Motors...
View ArticleNew organic French bakery also does gluten-free
Eglinton and Avenue Road is down one cookie shop, but up an organic bread baker. Win? Though the man behind this new organic bake shop is Russian (not French), you couldn't tell by its spread. Find...
View ArticleHogtown Brewers set to release Hog Wild unfiltered IPA
The start of this week was not without a certain air of intrigue. "50 metres East of Yonge. North side. Grey SUV," is all that the text message I received on Monday morning said. Despite being anxious,...
View ArticleNew in Toronto real estate: Origami Lofts
Origami Lofts is a condo development inspired — I think — by little paper cranes. Or, to borrow directly from marketing-speak, it is a "beautiful series of angular folds and sleek cutouts that hide and...
View ArticleTTC officially unveils its new Bombardier streetcars
The TTC officially peeled most of the wrapping off one of its new streetcars this morning, giving members of the press a chance to poke around and coo over a working version of the cars that are due in...
View ArticleOwner of 69 Vintage tries out modern looks at new shop
While there's no shortage of vintage fashions in Toronto, 69 Vintage owner Kealan Sullivan marries vintage finds with a fashion-forward aesthetic in her new West Queen West store. Thanks to designer...
View ArticleA brief history of the El Mocambo
There are some music-related events that will forever live in a city's memory. Even Toronto has had its fair share, including one in particular that took place at the El Mocambo Tavern on March 4th and...
View ArticleWanna buy a book from the Biblio-mat?
For the past few years, The Monkey's Paw on Dundas West has garnered a reputation for doing things a little bit differently. From their notoriously eclectic and rare collection of books, to their...
View ArticleConvenience store owners file lawsuit over bag ban
Toronto's bag ban might not be in the bag just yet. The Ontario Convenience Stores Association says it will mount a legal challenge to the city's decision to outlaw reusable plastic containers at the...
View ArticleMorning Brew: Rob Ford due in court, Don Bosco wins, City Hall greeters,...
Rob Ford is due in court today to testify in a $6 million libel lawsuit brought against him by Boardwalk Pub owner George Foulidis. It's alleged Ford defamed Foulidis by telling the Toronto Sun a deal...
View ArticleThe photos of the week: November 10-16
The photos of the week collect each of the editor-selected photos of the day into one post for a contest to be decided by our readers. Sponsored by Posterjack, the photographer whose image receives the...
View ArticleDarryl's Hard Liquor and Porn Film Festival preview
Need a tip for something fun to do this weekend? I've got more than just the tip for you. Darryl's Hard Liquor and Porn Film Festival. Don't let the name fool you--the fest is not a hardcore...
View ArticleThis Week in Food: Yakitori Bar, Seoul Food, Aprile Bambina Cantina, The...
This Week in Food rounds up the week's food news, restaurants openings and closings, chef movements and upcoming food events in Toronto. Find us here every Friday morning.OPENINGS & CLOSINGSVeteran...
View ArticleNew sushi joint gets the late night vibe right
Opened recently in the former Camto space in Koreatown, this sushi joint differentiates itself with the addition of an oyster bar, tapas menu, and late hours. Co-owner Kim Chou is also the man behind...
View ArticleThe Best Vintage and Designer Handbags in Toronto
The best vintage and designer handbags in Toronto can foster some absolutely terrible spending habits. If you're anything like me, you simply can't resist the lure of a finely formed vegetable-tanned...
View ArticleMac DeMarco channels Richard Cheese at the Drake
Wednesday night at The Drake Hotel Halifax's Cousins opened for 22-year-old Montrealer Mac DeMarco. I hadn't seen the underground that packed since Peaches, so I guess the word has gotten out on...
View ArticleBarista Espresso reborn as Italian sandwich shop
Barista Espresso Bar had been in Liberty Village for a while when Mike Rutigliano (also owner of Maialino Enoteca in Parkdale) decided to go back to basics with a new restaurant featuring a concise...
View ArticleToronto Gourmet Food and Wine show preview
This past Thursday night, the 2012 Gourmet Food and Wine Expo kicked off with a preview, although the weekend-long event properly begins today. This was my first time at the event, so the concept of an...
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