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SWEET REGARDS GRAND OPENING

Sweet Regards by Daniela has opened its doors. The cake shop, brought to life by the sweets artist, has the creativity and passion required to concoct stunning — and delectable — confections. From a nine-tiered wedding cake and classic macarons, to a Winnie the Pooh birthday cake and double-dipped ladyfingers, the community is catching on …

8 Taste

Italy may be the birthplace of pasta and pizza, but it’s also the home of Taste, the annual fair celebrating the art of food and drink. March 9 through 11 rung in Taste 8, which drew some of the world’s most celebrated chefs, passionate foodies and delectable recipes. It was an event as colourful as …

The Beers of Summer

These six must-try brews are ideal complements to any summer occasion. Black Oak Pale Ale While many brewers are making their pale ales in the modern North American style, Etobicoke’s Black Oak Brewing Co. is still faithfully making its pale ale in the British tradition. The more traditional beer features a more balanced approach to …

Street Eats

Stepping out for a meal has never been so satisfying as when dining at these GTA restaurants on wheels. City hall may still be debating regulations on street food, but Torontonians will happily wait in round-the-block lines at festivals and special food truck locations around the city for their chance to get a taste of …

For The Love Fabio

Legacy means everything to Fabio Viviani. It’s about hitting the ground running in Converse by John Varvatos shoes — even if that means flying 340 days of the year to make it happen. “Lindsay Lohan is very famous but does she have a good legacy? I don’t care to be famous; I want people to …

A1 Autostrada’s Risotto alla Gorgonzola

Compliments of A1 Autostrada’s seasoned chef and risotto master Roberto Del Papa, this easy-to-prepare, traditional Italian favourite is the perfect addition to any dinner table as a side dish or as a comforting, feel-good treat on its own Risotto alla Gorgonzola Chef’s recommendation: Choose Galbani or Igor Gorgonzola. Both offer a sweet and creamy finish …

Food, Drink and Other “Likes”

With its eclectic blend of culture, flavour and activity, your local culinary scene is packed with edible adventures. From classic to modern, from bubbly bar scenes to rustic atmospheres, here’s a hand-picked hot list of mouth-watering mealtime destinations for you to sink your teeth into. 1. Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria When co-owner Justin Lussier toured Italy …

New Year, New Apps

A new year means a fresh start — a clean slate, as they say. It’s time to commit to change and fulfil those pesky resolutions. To help with your self-improvement journey, these handy apps are ideal tools for targeting body, mind and, yes, even soul Mint.com Personal Finance Money comes and money goes, so stay …