Steven Bochenek If you thought owning in the city is becoming out-of-reach, it’s only going getting worse for country escapes – especially lakeside properties. People almost never sell their cottages, hoping to pass them on to their kids instead. And baby boomers are snapping up what’s left for their pending golden years. … Read More
There are five types of Scotch whisky, each of whose names bespeak their natures: 1. Single malt whisky is made from malted barley by one distiller. No other grains or cereals are mixed in. ‘Malt’ refers to a grain, which has soaked in water and germinated. You’ll find over 100 … Read More
The folklore and heritage of Scotch whisky are as rich as a highland bog. This is the first of many Wyres to explore this magnificent drink. We start with this interesting fact: all Scotch whiskies are made the same way. Yet, they’re remarkably different in taste, colour and even viscosity. … Read More
Introducing Movember: Grow a moustache to fight cancer XYYZ invites members like you to participate in Movember, a fundraiser to fight something we should all be concerned about — cancers of the testicles and prostate. Here’s the idea: in November you grow a moustache and have friends, co-workers and family … Read More
Our writer Steven Bochenek is a regular if embarrassingly slow marathoner. This is his 15th full marathon, 11 of which he ran here in Toronto. None were fast. As thoughts occurred during the race, he left them on voicemail to type up later. Don’t worry; we only relate the interesting … Read More
