Richard Trapunski 
Designers Walk has been a long-entrenched destination for furniture, accessories, lighting and other design staples in Toronto but, in recent years, a new design district has emerged just west of it, along Dupont Street. Historically an Italian-Greek neighbourhood with a distinct industrial feel, it’s quietly accruing condos and luxury homes; … Read More
Just a few years ago, Toronto was poised to put another “world-class city” feather in its delicate cap, as cachet real estate and hotel development started staking land claims left and right. Then the recession hit, the Gansevoort Hotel project went on indefinite hiatus, the Templar Hotel showed no signs … Read More
When people think of live comedy, they tend to think of its modern-classic form: guy or girl, in front of brick wall, joking about airline peanuts. Take a look around Toronto and you’ll see that’s only part of a world-class all-encompassing comedy scene, one that often transcends stand-up and goes … Read More
Bordeaux has the well-deserved title of wine capital of France (and subsequently, the world), but with success comes stigma. A reputation as a connoisseur’s favourite status symbol can be a roadblock to those who know little about the wine they’re drinking, beyond whether it’s red or white. At a recent … Read More
Golf is best as a summer sport, but teeing off in October and November can offer advantages over the sunny season. As courses are less busy, tee times are easier to come by, rates are often lower and, as long as you don’t mind a bit of a chill in … Read More
