Steven Bochenek If you’re new to wine but curious, here’s a way to learn a lot in a short time. If you’re an oenophile, you’re probably already aware of Santé: Toronto International Wine Festival. The event features tastings, lectures and, big surprise, interesting pairings with meals. It’s hard to believe the event … Read More
Yes, Valentine’s Day is ridiculous. (Where’s the spontaneity?) But most women expect you to do something special. Accept these inconsistent facts, and you’ll be okay. And of course you haven’t even thought about Valentines’ Day yet. (Ah, there’s the spontaneity!) Enjoy these last-minute gift reco’s, and you’ll still be okay. … Read More
When there’s snow, tobogganing’s the perfect date. It’s tax-free fun, and it’s dangerous to boot!* A little danger leads to all kinds of indiscretion. So try any of our favourite hills. Chorley Park / Rosedale It descends into the Don Valley Brickworks. Watch your head. Glenview Ravine / Lawrence Park … Read More
If India has 1.5 billion people, Little India is an understatement. Nonetheless, you’re spoiled for lunch choices on this funky strip of Gerrard between Woodbine and Coxwell. Only have an hour? No problem. Under fifteen minutes’ drive from downtown between rush hours there’s lots of easy parking. (Take Dundas, there’s … Read More
Simply labeled Mafia, a dusty old compilation of American gangsters recently surfaced. It was assembled by the Bureau of Narcotics in the early ’60s (meanwhile the FBI outwardly insisted the ‘Mafia’ didn’t exist). One of just 50 copies, Mafia intimately detailed the lives of over 800 organized criminals. A product … Read More
