Wake up from your winter hibernation and explore your city’s fresh eateries, beautiful blooms and innovative esthetics

1. 9 Baci
This cosy culinary retreat is like an escape to Italy. With its authentically crafted menu of cucina, pizza, pasta, gelato and café delights, and a classically sophisticated ambience, 9 Baci makes a memorable spot to celebrate a special occasion or to simply savour a night out on the town.
10200 Keele St., Maple
905-303-1992, www.9bacimaple.com

2. Designer Kids Wear
The kids are just as excited as you to get back into their springtime attire! Spoil them in style with a fresh and comfortable ensemble from Designer Kids Wear. The latest from Armani Baby, Roberto Cavalli Junior, Young Versace and more will have them smiling into spring.
7500 Martin Grove Rd., Unit 8, Vaughan
905-264-7228, www.designerkidswear.ca

3. Edible Arrangements
Baptisms, first communions, bar or bat mitzvahs — whatever spiritual milestone your little one is celebrating this season, a bouquet from Edible Arrangements will make it that much sweeter. A scrumptious and healthy gift, fresh, colourful fruit dipped in fine chocolate is the cherry on
top of their big day.
3255 Rutherford Rd., Vaughan
905-738-4100, www.edible.ca

4. Elte Market
A proudly Canadian company with Parisian roots, Elte’s 90 years of leadership in home design has made them a go-to for décor fanatics across Toronto and the GTA. The new Elte Market’s style-savvy store of locally made furniture and home accents is a source of inspiration and originality for homeowners across the GTA.
1381 Castlefield Ave., Toronto
416-789-0800, www.eltemkt.com

5. Fiori Bevilacqua Floral Studio
This quaint Richmond Hill florist helps brides create something unforgettable out of their big day. From bridal bouquets and boutonnières to centrepieces and other accents, enchant your guests with an array of lush floral designs crafted with only the freshest blooms and made by hand with love by passionate professionals.
361 Carrville Rd., Richmond Hill
905-882-9761

6. Great to Hear
Voted the top hearing clinic in the city, Great to Hear houses an unparalleled commitment to service excellence. Its superior products, caring and warmth are also offered in the clinic’s fully equipped mobile clinic, which is the trusted choice of nine retirement homes across Vaughan.
8787 Weston Rd., Unit 7A, Woodbridge
905-850-7997, www.greattohear.ca

7. IKEA
As if we didn’t already have enough reasons to love Ikea, it just bought a wind farm in southern Alberta, which will generate enough power to run 32 Ikea stores. Shop happily at the Scandinavian-style hub, which has wind farms in eight countries.
200 Interchange Way, Vaughan
905-695-5075, www.ikea.ca

8. Tasios Orthodontics
Nothing charms quite like a brilliant smile. Dr. Bruce Tasios and Dr. Suzanna Lekht combine the latest technologies with seasoned expertise and positive energy to bring their patients a refreshing orthodontic experience. To bring your smile to life, discover the orthodontic solution that’s best for you at Tasios.
3611 Major Mackenzie Dr., Unit 2,
Vaughan, 905-553-7778
2085 Lawrence Ave. East, Unit 6, Scarborough, 416-901-7778
www.tasiosortho.com