Toronto Magazine 2013

C O M P L I M E N TA R Y INSIDE NEIGHBOURHOOD TOURS RETAIL THERAPY CITY VISIONARIES SPORTS CULTURE
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CELEBRATE THE CITY
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HOP ON! SIGHTSEEING BY STREETCAR HOT TICKETS 2013S TOP FESTIVALS, SPORTS, CONCERTS, THEATRE & MORE
TORONTO SHINES
CITY STYLE
FROM BEACH TO BISTRO & FILM TO FASHION
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ere proud to present Toronto magazine for 2013, featuring inspiration from across our great region and all the practical information youll need to craft your own unique adventure. Youll find a cosmopolitan city with a style that is authentically Toronto and distinctly Canadian. Walk the streets by day and by night. Savour the sights, sounds and diverse tastes of every caf, restaurant, market and festival. Throughout the seasons, our streets are alive with entertainment and the excitement of major league sporting events, premier shopping and renowned hotels. An intimate yet vibrant downtown core is also the gateway to unique neighbourhood experiences found around every corner. Beyond the downtown core, endless opportunities await you in Brampton and Mississauga. These centres boast some of the finest golf courses, parks, trails, racetracks and shopping centres for you to explore. Venture past the Greater Toronto Area to see the breathtaking wilderness of Ontarios famed cottage country or head around Lake Ontario to the Niagara region, for some of the worlds finest wineries. Youll quickly discover why Ontario is not just a place to see, but a place to experience. Visit SeeTorontoNow.com to get up-to-the-minute event listings. While here, be sure to pick up your copy of the 2013 Toronto Visitor Guide. In it, youll find all the information youll need to explore one of the most exciting and unique cities youve ever visited. More than 227,000 dedicated individuals are working in tourism and hospitality in Toronto and were all here to welcome you and make your visit one youll remember for a long time. On behalf of all of us, welcome to Toronto!
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Toronto Magazine 2013 , Volume 6, Issue 1
CONTENTS
Since every culture and diaspora is represented here, youll see yourself reflected in this city.
Francisco Alvarez, page 26
Departments 3 Welcome 8 Contributors 10 News Whats

generating buzz in our city right now.
Upfront 12 Kids city

Travelling in a pack? Here are the attractions your kids wont want to miss!
City Confidential 24 Influencers

Meet three locals who love the city enough to make it better. By Jasmine Miller

31 Sounds great
Enjoy Torontos live music and nightlife. Music-scene insider Kim Hughes provides the lowdown on what to hear and where to find it.
90 Finding your feet How to get

around town.
14 The Goods
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These iconic finds make it easy to take a piece of Toronto home with you. By Karen Eull
27 Star style
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Dynamic design duo Shawna Robinson and Natalie Sydoruk are making waves at home and abroad. By Sonya Davidson
92 2013 Events 94 Last Word

Radio host Andy Frost, The Voice of Toronto
36 Fitness on the fly

Skip the gym and get outside! By Kat Tancock
16 Game on!
An illustrated field guide to diehard sports fans. By Stephen Knight
28 Destination shopping
Three fashion hounds share insider intell on Torontos retail scene. By Lara Ceroni

19 Front Row
Entertainment insider Elio Iannacci reports on the 10 hottest tickets of 2013.
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CHINESE GALLERIES
Matthews Family Court of Chinese Sculpture
EXPERIENCE THE
James and Louise Temerty Galleries of the Age of Dinosaurs
DINOSAURS
WORLD AT
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BIODIVERSITY & ANIMALS
Life in Crisis: Schad Gallery of Biodiversity And so much more!
ANCIENT EGYPT
Galleries of Africa: Egypt
Featured Exhibitions
ULTIMATE DINOSAURS:
Presented by investment dealer Raymond James
GIANTS FROM GONDWANA

Open until March 17, 2013
MESOPOTAMIA
June 22, 2013 to January 5, 2014
100 Queens Park l Toronto, Canada l Museum or St. George subway stop l www.rom.on.ca
Images ROM. Dinosaur: dattuphoto 1328020 Ontario Inc. Schad Gallery: Paul Orenstein. The ROM is an agency of the Government of Ontario.
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Food & Drink 45 5 under $5

Travelling on a budget? These deal-luxe city bites will save your lunch dollars so you can splurge on dinner later. By Yuki Hayashi
Compass 50 Walk this way

Go local and take it to the street, up close and on foot. By Jane L. Thompson
40 Taste of Toronto
Three top chefs dish on the citys culinary culture. By Dick Snyder
78 Only in Mississauga!
15 awesome things to discover, explore and devour. By Jennifer Lee
43 In good taste
Guided tasting tours enhance the shop-dine experience. By Sheryl Kirby
63 Street level
Ride the world-famous Red Rocket! By Jasmine Miller
46 Tasting notes
Master sommelier Jennifer Huether on where to raise a glass and the perfect bottles to take home. By Kim Hughes
81 One day in Niagara

Raise a toast to this super, natural wonder. By Anita Draycott
70 Year in Toronto
Seasonal highlights for making the most of days and nights.
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84 Great drives
Hit the road and explore the hidden treasures of southern Ontario. By Aliyah Shamsher
47 Local cheers
Here are 10 brews and three spirits worth enjoying while youre here. By Jamie Noguchi
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75 All roads lead to Brampton

Historic Brampton straddles the line between city and country in both geography and culture. By Bill Brioux
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On the Cover Shot on location at historic downtown concert venue Massey Hall (circa-1894). Photography: Christopher Dew Stylist: Ingrie Williams Hair and makeup: Jackie Shawn Model: Maria Valentini, Sutherland Models Clothing: Jacob Shoes: Old Navy
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We Were here first, so naturally We picked the best location.
TORONTOS DOWNTOWN LANDMARK HOTEL SINCE 1929

The Fairmont Royal York is proud to announce the beginning of its multi-million dollar renovation plan. The iconic Toronto hotel, which first opened its doors in 1929, will continue to fully operate throughout the renovation providing a true Fairmont experience for guests. The greatest performance in the hotels 83 year history is expected to take place over the next four years and will include the full renovation of all guestrooms and the hotels Fairmont Gold floor; re-concepting of all food and beverage outlets and updates to the hotel kitchen; the addition of meeting space and a new health club & spa.
For reservations or information visit www.fairmont.com/royal-york-toronto or call 1 800 441 1414.
CONTRIBUTORS
Jasmine Miller
Street level (page 63) and Influencers (page 24) National Magazine Award-winning journalist Miller has been published in More, ELLE Canada, Chatelaine and other leading Canadian publications. Knew shed become a Torontonian when: I moved here from Ottawa more than 20 years ago. Newly arrived, I stood in Chinatown, needing directions to the subway and everyone I asked spoke a language I didnt understandMandarin, but also Spanish, and strangely, one answer in German. I was late for where I needed to be but I thought Good call: this move, this city. Good call, Jasmine.
Tourism Toronto Chair of the Board Johanne Blanger President & CEO David Whitaker Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer Joel Peters Editorial Director: Vice President, Communications Andrew Weir Managing Editor: Corporate Communications Manager Cathy Riches Director, Creative Services Bridget LeGrow Director, Industry Relations Pamela Laite
Spafax Canada Inc. spafax.com Operations Production Director Joelle Irvine Project Leader Celyn Harding-Jones Ad Production Manager Mary Shaw Production Coordinator Stephen Geraghty Proofreaders Diane Carlson, Sarah B. Hood, Hilary Marchildon President, Content Marketing Raymond Girard Executive Vice President, Media Katrin Kopvillem Vice President, Finance & Operations Paula Pergantis Content Director Arjun Basu Senior Strategist Courtney MacNeil National Regional Account Manager Marjorie Callaghan Chief Executive Officer, Spafax Niall McBain
Kim Hughes
Sounds great (page 31) and Tasting notes (page 46) Music-industry insider Hughes has been a broadcaster with leading radio networks including XM Satellite Radio, 102.1 The Edge and CBC. As a writer/editor, she has contributed to magazines More and Elevate/Salon, and newspapers The National Post, Toronto Star and Globe & Mail. Fave brunch spot: Fire on the East Side, at Yonge and Gloucester. They have the citys best mimosa deal, hands down!
Jane L. Thompson
Walk this way (page 50) and A year in Toronto (page 70) Although Thompsons roots are firmly newspapershes a former editor at The National Post, and freelance contributor to both the The National Post and Toronto Star, the journo also dabbles in docs. Knew shed become a Torontonian when: Im from a lot of small towns, including Brockville. Years ago, an elderly neighbour Id never spoken to before waved me over and gave me $20 for my daughter, a few weeks after she was born. Id lived at the same address for ten years, and only then was considered a real neighbour with roots.
Member Care Director Denise Belgrove Editorial Executive Editor Amanda Eaton Deputy Editor Yuki Hayashi Copy Editor Jane Doucet Art Art Director Gordon Alexander Designer Rob Norton
Isabel Foo
Last word (page 94) Foos illustrations have been published in The Literary Review of Canada, U of T Magazine and WORN Fashion Journal. Fave brunch spot: I dont go out for brunch usually (my husband makes pretty respectable French toast!), but the waffles at Starving Artist were great the last time I had them. But I also like Chinatown and Kensington Market: I gotta satisfy my noodle and dumpling cravings!
Membership enquiries: (416) 203-3820 Ad sales (Spafax Canada): (416) 350-2425 Circulation: 250,000 Published by Tourism Toronto Queens Quay Terminal, Suite 405, 207 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON Canada M5J 1A7 Tel: (416) 203-2600 Fax: (416) 203-6753 Printed in Canada Toronto Magazine 2013. Produced in cooperation with the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport. All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. All information is current as of press time. The publisher cannot and does not guarantee the accuracy of all information and will not be responsible for errors, changes or omissions.
Edward Pond
Influencers (page 24) and Taste of Toronto (page 40) Award-winning advertising and commercial photographer Pond is known for his lively photographic interpretations of food and food culture. Knew hed become a Torontonian when: I moved here in the 90s from Ottawa, and the thrill of living in Toronto has never worn off. I can eat cuisine from a different culture every night for weeks on end, never having the same thing twice. Theres no place on earth thats a better place to eat!
This publication is printed on stock FSC certified and is 100% recyclable.
Chloe Cushman
Game on! (page 16), 5 under $5 (page 45) and Walk this way (page 50) Cushman is a staff graphic artist at The National Post, but also works as a freelance illustrator, whose work has appeared in a novel for House of Anansi Press and in visual campaigns for Dairy Queen and PayPal. Fave brunch spot: Aunties and Uncles.
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Ripleys Aquarium of Canada

Believe it or not, Toronto is home to more than 13,500 new inhabitantsmostly of the gilled varietyat Ripleys Aquarium of Canada. Get up close and personal with diverse sea life, from corals to cuttlefish and sand tiger sharks to sea turtles. The aquarium will focus on conservation issues and provide an interactive educational experience. Opening summer 2013. 288 Bremner Blvd. ripleyaquariums.com/canada
Celyn Harding-Jones
News
Whats generating buzz in our city right now.
Hot & New
Heres the scoop on whats happening at the citys top galleries and museums: High Style French shoe designer Christian Louboutins arty, sexy confections get their due at the Design Exchange, this retrospective takes place June 21 through September 15, 2013. dx.org Cool science Theres always something fun going on at the Ontario Science Centre and this year with Game On 2.0: An Exhibition you can play your way through the history and evolution of video games with over 150 influential games. From March 9 to September 2, 2013. ontariosciencecentre.ca (Ancient) history lessons Go waaay back in time and explore Mesopotamia at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). Discover the origins of writing, law and mathematics, as well as the earliest settlements from 10,000 BC. From June 22, 2013 to Jan. 5, 2014. rom.on.ca Sneak peak Check out the coolest kicks at the Bata Shoe Museum at this exhibit celebrating the humble and super-stylish sneaker. From April 2013 to April 2014. batashoemuseum.ca Renaissance revisited Revealing the Renaissance: Art in Early Florence at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) promises a fresh look at the art worlds most seminal and influential paintings, sculptures and manuscripts with more than 90 masterpieces, many of which have never travelled before. From March 16 to June 16, 2013. ago.net
The Aga Khan Museum and Ismaili Centre

The Aga Khan Museum and Ismaili Centre houses, preserves and displays 1,000-plus artistic, cultural and historical artifacts from a millenniums worth of Islamic history. The modern institution aims to expand visitors understanding of Muslim and non-Muslim communities through exhibitions, libraries and cultural and educational events. The north Toronto-area museum was designed by renowned Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki. akdn.org/museum
CHJ
MaRS Centre
Located in the Discovery District, the MaRS Centres newest building secures its position as Canadas largest science, technology and research hub. The MaRS Centre is a not-for-profit corporation offering state-ofthe-art laboratory and office spaces and collaborative opportunities for businesses. The district has become an invaluable resource for local and global market leaders in the science, medical, technology, communication and digital-media industries. The newest 20-storey high-tech facility will help foster growth, innovation and sustainable industry in Canada and the rest of the world. Estimated completion date: September 2013. marsdd.com
CHJ
Black Star Historical Black and White Photography Collection at Ryerson University
View the social and political history of the 20th century through the lens of the most influential photographers of our time. The architecturally spectacular Ryerson Image Centre is home to the worlds most significant collection of black-and-white photography: the 292,000-image strong Black Star Collection. It includes iconic shots of Martin Luther King Jr., John F. Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe, Glenn Gould and Neil Armstrong, as well as photo essays documenting war, the civil rights movement and eye-opening images of Canadas Far North. 33 Gould St. ryerson.ca
CHJ
Phelps (Flip) Schulke, [Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and son], Atlanta, GA, 1964.
UPFRONT
Pandamania!
Photography: Ripleys Aquarium of Canada, Ryerson Image Centre (Dr. King), MaRS Centre (MaRS), Bank of Canada (currency), Toronto Zoo (pandas), torontofoodtrucks.ca (food trucks)
Go wild over Da Mao and Er Shun, the Toronto Zoos visiting giant pandas. Thanks to top-level Panda Diplomacy (a joint Chinese-Canadian conservation project), the breeding duo arrives this spring for an extended stay. And what will happen if the citys most-talked-about couple produces a baby? Pure panda-monium, we predict. torontozoo.com
Close-up on Canadian Currency

Heres why our crisp new bills are better than ever:
Made of polymer, a plastic-like film thats two-and-a-half times more durable than regular cotton bills. Reduced environmental impact because each bill is in circulation longer, so fewer are reprinted and transported across Canada. Transparent windows and metallic imagery combat counterfeiting. Iconic images celebrate Canadian military bravery ($20), maritime research ($50) and medical breakthroughs ($100). CHJ
Yum on the Run: Food Trucks
Hankering for food-truck cuisine? Find out where these local favourites are parked each day: Caplansky Deli Truck (caplanskysdeli.com, @CaplanskyTruck) Famous for: Authentic deli-style hot smoked-meat sandwiches El Gastrnomo Vagabundo (elgastro.com, @elgastronomo) Famous for: Gourmet tacos and adventurous Asian street food Gorilla Cheese (gorillacheese.wordpress.com, @gorilla_cheese) Famous for: Grilled-cheese sammies with extras like bacon and cranberry sauce The Food Dudes (thefooddudes.com, @Fdtruck) Famous for: Vegetarian-friendly caterering with plasma TVs Fidel Gastros (fidelgastro.ca, @fidelgastros) Famous for: Sloppy and delish pulled-pork and Cuban chicken sandwiches Check out Toronto Food Trucks (torontofoodtrucks.ca, @foodtrucksTO) to keep track of them all. Sheryl Kirby
New Eats at YYZ

Snag an upgrade on your airport dining courtesy of 13 new restaurants at Toronto Pearson International Airport Terminals 1 and 3. Part of the airportimprovement program, the eateries integrate user-friendly tech (ordering via iPad) alongside a diverse tasting menu of Toronto chefs. Dont miss: Massimo Capras Boccone Trattoria Veloce for a full restaurant experience and Boccone Pronto for Italian on the run. Nobel Burger Bar for gourmet burgers from local celebrity chef Mark McEwan. Acer, offering modern Japanese dining by chef Guy Rubino. Chef Rocco Agostino, serving rustic Italian flavours at Corso. Indian street food by Toronto chef Hemant Bhagwani at Marathi. torontopearson.com CHJ
Gorilla Cheese
The Food Dudes
El Gastrnomo Vagabundo Caplansky Deli Truck
Marathi
Fidel Gastros
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Kids city
Travelling in a pack? Here are the attractions your kids wont want to miss, as recommended by opinionated locals under the age of majority.
Ryan Maxwell, 4, goes wild at the Toronto Zoo (torontozoo.com)
(canadaswonderland.com )
Jakob Pavkovic, 11, rocks out at Canadas Wonderland
Cillian McGee, 3, gets busy at the Ontario Science Centre

(ontariosciencecentre.ca)
Esm Ourique, 10, loves the Canadian National Exhibition

(theex.com)
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10 tasteful family restaurants

Dont lower your dining standards just because youre toting kids. These local eateries love small fry (and vice versa) but wont make discerning parents cringe.
Go to Terroni (terroni.com) on
Queen Street West. The decors rustic but sophisticatednice looking, but your kid cant wreck itand the foods always fantastic. Plus, its laid-back and loud: a great place for a family meal and wine. Ernesto Ourique Dr. Generosity (drgenerosity.com) in the west end usually has lots of kids on the weekends. Theyre fairly easygoing and they have a good family-friendly menu. Theyre within walking distance of High Park, which is why we go there. Robin Stevenson The Sister (thesister.ca) on Queen Street West runs a kids-eat-free promo on Wednesday nights. The food is great and there are lots of kids running around. Kristy Woodstra Terrazza (terrazzaonharbord.com) on Harbord Street has a diverse menu that includes pasta and burgers and nice grown-up decor with creamy banquettes and chandeliers. Kids get crayons and colouring books and theres a big-screen TV. Deanna Wong Green Eggplant (greeneggplant.com) at the Beach is all about location, location, location! Its right across from Kew Gardens. Plus, they have huge smoothies and free bread with hummus, aoli or eggplant dip. And giant French toast! Jim Su The Rebel House (rebelhouse.ca) on Yonge Street has craft beers on tap and the best grilled-cheese sandwich. We like to take the kids there for lunch; they love the menu, and my wife and I can enjoy a pint with our meal. Scott Maxwell Barque Smokehouse (barque.ca) always has lots of families. Theres a bucket of smoked popcorn on every table so kids can start eating immediately. They have crayons, its always bustling and theres lots for kids to look at. Cool hipster vibe, tasty food! Sigrun Wister Taste of China (tasteofchinarestaurant.ca) in Chinatown is tiny, but the food comes fast. Its usually already loud and no one minds crying babies. My kid normally tries to run around in restaurants, but he actually sits tight heresometimes small places work in your favour! Helen Racanelli My number one pick is Il Fornello on the Danforth (ilfornello.com). With reliably great pizza, pasta and locally sourced specials, this location has a great atmosphere and friendly service. The large booths are comfortable for kids, and the Menu Per Bambini is refreshingly not dumbed down. Jennifer Reynolds Konnichiwa (konnichiwa.ca) in Baldwin Village is a tiny gem! Its quaint and casual with a cute patio. Their menu is more Japanese comfort food than sushi, although they have that too. My daughter loves their ramen, and Im addicted to their grilled saba. Yuki Hayashi
Isabella Eaton, 14, multitasks at MuchMusic (muchmusic.com)
Graydon Bebbington, 9, chills at Evergreen Brick Works

(ebw.evergreen.ca)
Bronwen Petch, 8, explores Little India

IIllustration, C. Ohara Hale
(gerrardindiabazaar.com)
Zakary Pavkovic, 9, lives for Toronto Blue Jays home games at Rogers Centre (bluejays.com)
Maya Weir, 9, is wowed by Fantasy Fair at Woodbine Shopping Centre (fantasyfair.ca)
And dont forget:
Sophie Alexander, 9, adores the National Ballet of Canada

(national.ballet.ca)
The CN Tower (cntower.ca), historic Fort York (fortyork.ca), ice skating at Nathan Phillips Square (toronto.ca) or Harbourfront Centre (harbourfrontcentre.com), Casa Loma (casaloma.org), Wild Water Kingdom (wildwaterkingdom.com), Playdium (playdium.com) and Downeys Farm for pick-your-own fruit (downeysfarm.com).
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The Goods
These iconic finds make it easy to take a piece of Toronto home with you.
By Karen Eull
1. Pop it Fanatic cinephiles will love laying claim to their own popcorn boxes. This reusable model is perfect for double features in your home screening room, long after the Toronto International Film Festival is over. TIFF popcorn box, $12, tiff.net/tiffshop, 350 King St. W. 2. Key memories Remember your trip with a quintessential symbol of our landscape: the maple key. This one is cast in silver and strung on a delicate silver chain by Toronto jeweller Kyla Vitek. Maple key pendant, $165, artsonkingandqueen.com, 2198 Queen St. E. 3. Home run What baseball lover wouldnt love one of these handcrafted maple bats? Choose from limited-run designs by local artists or from a series of bats based on legendary local parks where teams gather to play. Christie Pits bat, $250, garrisoncreekbats.com 4. Cool Canadiana Ah, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation; it has been documenting our lives since 1936. The CBC logo is instantly recognizable to any Canuck, especially this retro 1970s version that conjures up memories for boomers and Gen-Xers alike, 70s blue tee, $24.99, cbcshop.ca, 250 Front St. W. 5. Tall tales These cheeky cufflinks are a wink and a nod to a local joke about two significant landmarks on our skyline. You have to admit, the CN Tower is pretty tall. CN Tower neon cufflinks, $80/pair, greenshag.com, 670 Queen St. W. 6. The making of an icon Were pretty proud to claim star-chitect Frank Gehry as one of our own; dont miss his redesign of the Art Gallery of Ontario! While youre there, pick up this book documenting his sketches and renovations as captured by another local hero, photographer Edward Burtynsky. Frank Gehry in Toronto, $40, ago.net, 317 Dundas St. W.
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Photography: Luis Albuquerque
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Game on!
By Stephen Knight Illustration by Chloe Cushman
An illustrated field guide to diehard sports fans.

Its fascinating to observe fiercely loyal sports fans in their natural habitat, whether at a game or an after-party. Heres a look at how and where to spot our local stadium-loving wildlife.
Toronto Maple Leafs

PLUMAGE: Look for Blue-and-White
diehards in blue face paint and commemorative striped, circa-1931 jerseys, plus their favourite jeans and sneakers. HUNTING GROUNDS: The Leafs skate for gloryor at least the playoffs at The Air Canada Centre (theaircanadacentre.com). FEEDING RANGE: The Loose Moose Tap & Grill (theloosemoose.ca) on nearby Front Street. Besides being the place to fuel up pre-match, its considered the place to be if you cant snag tickets to the game. CALL OF THE WILD: Go, Leafs go! Its an oldie but a goody and has more spirit when the Buds are facing archrivals the Montreal Canadiens. TEAM ALPHA MALES: Current sharp-shooter Phil Kessel (No. 81), but among Leafs fans the legends rule: Doug Gilmour (No. 93), Darryl Sittler (No. 27) and Wendel Clark (No. 17) are forever the heart and soul of the Leafs.
Toronto Blue Jays

PLUMAGE: A redesigned logo and gear
returns the team to its championship uniform of the early 90s. Canadas only MLB team now has a more prominent maple leaf in the logo and a homegrown third baseman, Brett Lawrie (No. 13). HUNTING GROUNDS: Rogers Centre (rogerscentre.com) is a hit with Torontos boys of summer. FEEDING RANGE: Wayne Gretzkys (gretzky.com/restaurant) fittingly at 99 Blue Jays Way, is popular with the fans who come streaming out of the game. CALL OF THE WILD: The seventh inning O.K. Blue Jays! song (watch it on YouTube as pre-trip research) is a staple. The early-80s lyrics have held up for over 30 years, taunting archrivals New York Yankees, Detroit Tigers, Cleveland Indianseven legendary Yankees and Oakland As manager Billy Martin. TEAM ALPHA MALES: Joe Carter (No. 29) and Robbie Alomar (No. 12), led the Jays to two consecutive World Series titles in 1992 and 1993. Now this is Jos Bautistas (No. 19) team.
Toronto Argonauts
PLUMAGE: Argos fans rock the Double
Blue at all times, ranging from this years new kit with snazzy shoulder stripes to early 80s jerseys with a nautical logo. As reigning Grey Cup champs watch for special edition championship t-shirts and hats. HUNTING GROUNDS: The Double Blue pass the pigskin at Rogers Centre (rogerscentre.com). FEEDING RANGE: After the Boatmen have played, head over to Shoeless Joes on King Street West for post-game noshing (shoelessjoes.ca) or Wheat Sheaf Tavern (wheatsheaf.ca), one of the citys oldest watering holes. CALL OF THE WILD: Aaaaarggoooos! (say it long and slow). Its effective when the team is winning and often used as a taunt by rival fans if the Boatmen are losing. TEAM ALPHA MALES: On the heels of the teams impressive 2012 Grey Cup victory, running back and game MVP Chad Kackert (No. 44) can do no wrong. QB Ricky Ray (No. 15) is another fave among fans of the Double Blue.
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Toronto Rock
PLUMAGE: With their attitudinal white,
red and blue dripping paint-motif jerseys, Rock fans are as loud as the team name suggests. This isnt easy listening, but then lacrosse isnt croquet! HUNTING GROUNDS: Torontos lacrosse team regularly rocks The Air Canada Centre (theaircanadacentre.com). FEEDING RANGE: A short walk from the ACC, the laid-back Harbour Sports Grille (harboursportsgrille.com) is a solid choice for catching the pre-show on one of 40 high-def TVs. TEAM ALPHA MALES: Jim Veltman (No. 32) and Colin Doyle (No. 7) have helped the team win an amazing six championships in the teams 14-year history.
Toronto FC
PLUMAGE: Fans are easily identified by
their English-football-style red-and-white scarves bearing the team name. HUNTING GROUNDS: Get your kicks with Torontos footy team at BMO Field (bmofield.com). FEEDING RANGE: BMO Field is just a free kick from trendy Liberty Village, so look for fellow footy lovers at Brazen Head Irish Pub (brazenhead.ca) or across the street at Williams Landing (williamslanding.ca). CALL OF THE WILD: In the 24th minute of every home game, fans chant now-retired Danny Dichios name to commemorate his scoring the franchises first goal on May 12, 2007. TEAM ALPHA MALES: Torsten Frings (No. 22), a former star of the German World Cup team, now wears the captains armband for the Reds.
Top ten GTA sporting spots and events

1. The Queens Plate at Woodbine The showpiece of Canadian thoroughbred racing, the Gallop for the Guineas marks its 154th running in 2013. woodbineentertainment.com 2. The Hockey Hall of Fame With a newly renovated Great Hall housing the Stanley Cup, this palace of pucks is more interactive and loaded with lore than ever. hhof.com 3. Toronto Roller Derby The city league ToRD hosts seven teams out of Downsview Park, offering all the bone-rattling carnage you can handle. torontorollerderby.com 4. Honda Indy Toronto Every July, Lakeshore Boulevard turns into 2.84 kilometres and 11 turns worth of white-knuckled, open-wheeled racing fury, delighting diehard race fans. hondaindytoronto.com 5. Rogers Cup Renowned for its hard-hitting, hard-court tennis display. rogerscup.com 6. RBC Canadian Open In late July, Oakvilles storied Glen Abbey Golf Club will host Canadas most prestigious golf tournament for the 26th time. rbccanadianopen.com 7. SPiN Toronto Thwack that ball while knocking back designer eats and cocktails in this cool ping pong bar/social club/lounge. toronto.spingalactic.com 8. OHL Hockey Catch tomorrows NHL superstars today with major-junior hockey action featuring the Mississauga Steelheads at the Mississauga Hershey Centre and the Brampton Battalion at the Powerade Centre. mississaugasteelheads.com and battalionhockey.com 9. The Ballroom The kitschy sport is cool again at this club-district bowling palace. theballroom.ca 10. The Toronto Marlies Tomorrows Toronto Maple Leafs play down the road at Ricoh Coliseum in the American Hockey League. A great value on pro-calibre hockey. marlies.ca -SK
Toronto Raptors
PLUMAGE: Raps fans are noted for their
red-mesh jerseys and ber-cool retro snapback team caps. Occasionally spotted is the increasingly rare jersey from the inaugural years featuring the cartoon dinosaur. HUNTING GROUNDS: The Air Canada Centre (theaircanadacentre.com) is where Torontos NBA team reaches for the rim. FEEDING RANGE: Located just outside The Air Canada Centre, Real Sports Bar & Grill (realsports.ca/bar) is the place to be if youre not in the arena, because it has a two-storey big-screen TV and was voted best sports bar in North America by ESPN. CALL OF THE WILD: Win or lose, fans chant Pi-zza, pi-zza because theres a free slice if the home team hits 100 points. Just take your ticket stub to any Pizza Pizza location the following day. TEAM ALPHA MALES: The globespanning Raps roster features Spanish fan favourite Jos Caldern (No. 8) and Italian sharpshooter Andrea Bargnani (No. 7), whos known as Il Mago (the Magician).
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Entertainment journalist Elio Iannacci reports on the ten hottest tickets of 2013.
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The players: With flying monkeys, singing munchkins and a leading cast of lion, scarecrow and tin man, The Wizard of Oz keeps it so addictively surreal that you may find yourself scanning the clouds for falling houses or singing Ding-Dong! The Witch is Dead on the way home. The scene: Although its been 73 years since Dorothy and her groupies made their pop-cultural mark, this Andrew Lloyd Webber musical adaptation introduces a new audience to the story. The venue: Built in 1920 and present-day neighbour to the massive Eaton Centre mall, the Ed Mirvish Theatre seats 2,300 people and boasts gilded Edwardian/Art Deco decor. How to get tickets: Visit mirvish.com. Consider purchasing the full season, which includes The Book of Mormon and Sister Act, to snag up to 50 per cent off single tickets, first choice of seats, restaurant discounts and a gift card to spend at Honest Eds department store.
The players: Runway shows by local design heroes Lucian Matis and Arthur Mendonca, as well as retailers such as Joe Fresh and Holt Renfrew, are the marquee draws. The scene: A typical front row is a stylishly mixed bag: fashion editors, bloggers, preferred clients, investors, singers, actors and an occasional flock of design students. People-watching is at its best on the pre- and post-show cocktail circuit, where peacockery is at an all-time high. Street-style photo-bloggers shoot best-dressed lists daily, so be sure to smize before you enter. The venue: The theatre districts David Pecaut Square, where more than 40,000 fashion fanatics take in 30-plus catwalks featuring designers from Canada and abroad. How to get tickets: Tickets go fast, so sort out your seating ASAP at worldmastercardfashionweek.com
A model from Pat McDonaghs Fashion Week runway show
Danielle Wade is Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz
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MuchMusic Video Awards

The players: Past opening nights have managed to finagle work from renowned artists ranging from David LaChapelle, Elle Flanders and Fred Herzog. The scene: Art groupies, curators and k an ab oti Sc curious neighbourhood trendsetters pack MOCCAs minimalist gallery space to gawk at the work of l va sti Fe y ph gra Photo top-flight photographers from around the world. The Museum of The venue: Nestled in the heart of Contemporary West Queen Wests battalion of Canadian Art galleries, coffee shops and Launch party, vintage-clothing stores, MOCCAs 3 201 1, y Ma cool indoor/outdoor setting is the perfect launch pad for this arty party. How to get tickets: CONTACT is the worlds largest photography festival and draws more than 1.8 million people to its 150-plus venues, so theres a gauntlet of smaller opening nights, as well as workshops and lectures, to attend over the course of the festivals month-long run if you cant get in on May 1. Visit scotiabankcontactphoto.com.
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The players: Expect Billboardtopping headliners such as past MuchMusic attendees Black June 16, 2013 Eyed Peas and Rihanna, blockbuster heartthrobs, such as Twilights Taylor Lautner and Kellan Lutz, reality TV stars and the occasional surprise. Past hit disturbers have included LMFAO and Simple Plan. The scene: More than 4,000 howling teens and tweens surround the Queen Street West/John Street MuchMusic compound to catch a glimpse of idols, icons and eye candy. The venue: The MMVAs mammoth stage takes over the intersection of Queen Street West and John Street, showcasing appearances by the likes of Lady Gaga (remember her famous pyrotechnic bra?), Katy Perry (a repeat showstopper) and local hero Justin Bieber in careerdefining performances. How to get tickets: Unless you know somebody who knows somebody, be prepared to grab a sleeping bag and sidewalk-surf for a week to snag your MMVA wristband. Alternatively, try winning one of the many MMVA contests at mmva.muchmusic.com.
Katy Perry at the 2012 MMVAs
Man with Bandage by Fred Herzog
The players: TIFF Galas always attract A-listers of the Bono, Jennifer Connelly, Bruce Willis and Shia LaBeouf Roy Thomson Hall variety, as well as Sept. 5, 2013 up-and-comers like Torontos Nina Dobrev (current star of The Vampire Diaries). The scene: Expect film buffs, star chasers, flashing paparazzi and more actors and agents than at a Spielberg casting call. And thats just in the crowds flanking the red carpet rolled out at Simcoe and King streets. The venue: Held annually at Roy Thomson Hall, there are only 2,630 seats available for this coveted gala. But the festival itself offers more than 330 film screeningsmany of them world premieres spread out in multiple venues over the course of 10 days. How to get tickets: Visit tiff.net to purchase passes and tickets to all screenings.
George Clooney graces TIFF
Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)
Canadas Walk of Fame Awards Show

Various venues
September, 2013
Opening Night Gala
The players: Past honorees Linda Evangelista, Kiefer Sutherland, Michael J. Fox and Drake have set the bar high for those hoping to earn their own star. The good news is that neither Ryan Gosling nor Rachel McAdams has seen their names in cement yet, so 2013 could be their year. Take your camera. The scene: This is the Walk of Fames 16th year, so seats will be filled with guests sporting black-tie attire and high expectations. The venue: Although the main event space was yet to be decided at press time, past venues have included the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts and the Ed Mirvish Theatre. Check out past honorees at the actual Walk of Fame: stroll the sidewalk along King Street West (between John and Simcoe streets) and Simcoe Street (between King Street West and Wellington Street) in the theatre district. How to get tickets: To get a jump on buying tickets, sign up for the Walk of Fame newsletter at canadaswalkoffame.com.
Kiefer Sutherland accepts his star
Various venues
June 10 to 16, 2013
North By Northeast Festival
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The players: The 19-year-old NXNE features more than 800 eclectic acts and 300,000 attendees each year. A typical lineup consists of back-to-back hip-hop artists (local rappers such as Shad) and electronic artists (Montreals Bran Van 3000), followed by psychedelic bands (last year the Flaming Lips headlined) and pop-rockers (Matthew Good). The scene: Expect throngs of 20- to 40-something music lovers with unhealthy attachments to their iPod playlists. Although NXNE is known for being a music festival first and foremost, a secondary focus on world-class documentaries is attracting a growing number of film buffs. The venue: Fifty downtown stages are taken over for one week by emerging and established local and international musicians. How to get tickets: Festival passes and tickets to live performances and films can be bought at nxne.com.
Mosh pit at NXNE
RBC Canadian Open

July 22 to 28, 2013
Glen Abbey Golf Course
The players: This is where Tiger Woods, and, most recently, Scott Piercy won championship titles, so expect sports icons on the green and in the crowd. The scene: Throngs of respectful die-hard golfers will be quietly (house rules) biting their nails during the last rounds of Canadas biggest tourney. The venue: Historic Glen Abbey Golf Course is located in Oakville, west of downtown Toronto. Sip Chardonnay at the clubhouses Gallery Bistro & Grill. How to get tickets: Visit rbccanadianopen.com. Spring for the VIP package for upgraded food and beverage choices, indoor seating with big-screen TVs and, most importantly, reserved washrooms and a muchcoveted parking pass.
Scott Piercy, 2012 Canadian Open winner
Various venues
September, 2013
JFL42
The Nutcracker
The Four as Se ons Centre
December, 2013 to January, 2014
The National Ballet of Canadas
The players: This spin-off event of the Just For Laughs comedy festival attracts an oddball assortment of talent. Last years lineup included headliner Louis CK, with Our Lady Peace frontman Raine Maida taking to the stage alongside Green Party of Canada leader Elizabeth May and Earth Crusher, a live graffiti artist. The scene: Most people attend JFL42 just foryou guessed itthe ha-has. Expect a multi-generational audience that changes from venue to venue. The venue: Situated in a variety of dissimilar locales such as the Cameron House (a Queen West music institution), the Comedy Bar on Bloor Street West (an indie comedy hotspot) and The Drake Hotel (a hipster hub for creative types), JFL42s madcap entertainment attracts comedy lovers all over the downtown core. How to get tickets: Download the interactive festival-pass app, starting at $99, to your smartphone for access to all 42 events and to filter performances and venues based on your level of interest.
Louis CK at JFL42
Sonia Rodriguez in The Nutcracker
The players: Only the National Ballets most celebrated dancers go en pointe as the Sugar Plum Fairy, lighting up Santo Loquastos lavish Russian costumes and Faberg inspired sets. The scene: Prima ballerina lovers of all ages flock to this classic holiday tradition. Smart families arrive 45 minutes prior to the performance for the free interactive childrens pre-show. The venue: No stranger to opulent productions, the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts has been staging the countrys most elaborate operas and ballets since 2006. Costing more than $180 million, the buildings impressive glass-heavy structure and pitch-perfect hardwood auditorium is the perfect home for former National Ballet artistic director James Kudelkas version of the Russian classic. How to get tickets: Visit national.ballet.ca. Dont delay; tickets sell out every year.
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Explore the city like a true Torontonian: Here are the top attractions, cool brunch spots, hidden hotspots and insider fashion finds that locals love best.
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City News Confidential and Views
Influencers
Meet three locals who love the city enough to make itand the worldbetter.
By Jasmine Miller
Photography by Edward Pond
Johann Olav Koss, four-time Olympic gold medallist; founder, president and CEO of Right To Play Its an ambitious goal: to improve the health and education of kids in war-torn countries, including Rwanda and Benin. Launched in 1992 as Olympic Aid, Right To Play (RTP) now reaches more than one million children, fulfilling its mission through sport. Koss has been involved since the NGOs inception; as a Norwegian who has lived in Australia and who now chooses to call Toronto home, he has informed ideas on the citys unique global face.
Koss: Multiculturalism is the classic answer to whats
unique about Toronto, but its certainly true! More true than in any other city. Theres a high level of acceptance of anybody coming here, which is unusual. Multiculturalism brings a lot of talent; it drives creativity and opportunity. Its one of the reasons RTP is successful. Our legal system is built on a combination of individual responsibility for society, and opportunity and rights for the individuala social belief in fairness and equality. Those are big values in Canada. RTP focuses on a very specific part of childrens rights. The right to play is in the UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child and hasnt been given the attention it deserves. Every aspect of life is better when children have the opportunity to play, including the ability to learn, which is key to being creative and engaged, and improved physical life, from the prevention of disease to better mental health. This work is a natural evolution of what I experienced growing up with sport. It gave me a tremendous amount of experience and success. I was very fortunate, but I saw kids who didnt have the same opportunity. Kids in war-torn countries have very little access to regular play, and if youre going to break the cycle, you have to find ways to introduce it. We follow a Robin Hood model; we raise money where there are funds available and give it where there is a lot of need.
Dr. Catherine Zahn, president and CEO of the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) Zahn joined CAMH during its redevelopment project, an ambitious three-phase exercise in community integration. With its first phase completed in 2008 and its second started in January of 2010, at an overall cost of $550 million-plus, the conversion project is overhauling the once-isolated Queen Street West property into a key player in West Queen Wests urban village. Hospital buildings, residences and storefronts connected by public green space and foot paths are changing the landscape as they change mindsabout mental illness and the role the community plays in ending its stigma.
people would cross the street rather than walk in front of CAMH. But neighbourhoods that gentrify are often populated by individuals who are avant-garde, like artists and designers, and the creativity that comes with boldness. That population is very open to having conversations with organizations like CAMH. Construction on the campus has been going on for a year and a half, but there was a decade of consultation beforehand. The social contract was for us to become part of the neighbourhood in a way that drew people in. If you come to White Squirrel Ways sidewalk, you might think youre seeing apartment buildings like any other in the city. But those buildings are treatment centres for mood disorders and addiction programs. Our Out Of This World Caf competes with any other coffee shop in the area. Business is booming and has doubled from when it was inside one of the buildings that wasnt accessible from the street. Many people who work at the caf are our clients. There has been a revolution in what we understand about mental illness the causes and potential for people to get better, and the importance of things like income support, housing and possibilities for education that support recovery. Im a care Its one thing for neighbourhoods to provider, become gentrified and another to resurrect and recreate goodness in so for me them. Its always tempting to use the most physical markersthe buildingsas important signs of success, but thats not really it. thing is Im a care provider, so for me the most fostering important thing is fostering a common a common understanding that mental health care understanding is not separate from health care. that mental Theres no health without mental health care health. I use these buildings as a is not separate metaphor, and of course thats just what they are. from health care.
Zahn: There was a barrier hereit was forbidding, and
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News and Views
Francisco Alvarez,
chair of Pride Toronto In 1981, police bathhouse raids ignited Torontos gay-rights movement. A series of vocal protests evolved into the citys first Pride demonstration/celebration in 1984. By 1991, Pride Day was officially recognized by City Council and attracted 80,000 participants. Today Pride Week is a 10-day-long, LGBQT arts and culture festival that culminates in the blowout Pride parade. And the partys just getting started: Toronto is hosting World Pride 2014.
that all of the city is hosting, not just the Village [Church Wellesley Village, Torontos largest LGBQT neighbourhood]. Canada is one of the places where theres more progress in equality rights. Its the leading edge of acceptance. From a rights perspective, were at a good moment now, but you can never take gains for granted. There are still lots of cases where laws and attitudes can be changed, and we can Since every show leadership for culture and other parts of the diaspora is world. Pride helps us represented bring others along with here, youll us, give them moral see yourself support and offer a safe place reflected in to tell their story. We host one of the largest this city. Pride festivals in the world. We have about 1.2 million visitors and seven stages with 297 artists, both international and local. Since 2005, the LGBTTIQQ2SA [Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Questioning, 2-Spirited and Allies] communities, in Toronto in particular and Canada as a whole, have had significant wins, like same-sex marriage, marriage equality, gender expression and identity. We want to showcase that and offer a supporting hand to our brothers and sisters who dont live in as progressive a society as we do. Torontos a great place to visit and a great place to live. Since every culture and diaspora is represented here, youll see yourself reflected in this city. Thats huge for communities like ours, when in many countries youre either criminalized or made to feel second-class. If youre coming from Latin America, youll find a wonderful sense of welcome here. If youre coming from Asia, Australia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East or the Caribbean, your community is represented here, and we will always welcome you. Thats the richness and the culture of this city.
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Star style
Dynamic design duo Shawna Robinson and Natalie Sydoruk are making waves at home and abroad.
By Sonya Davidson
The Label
The trademark style of LABEL (seenolabel.com) is simple and modern with a nod to current trends. Established in 2009, the brand is known for fluid, artfully-cut dresses that showcase Pilates-toned bodies to their best, as well as sporty leggings and timeless blousey tees, perfect for accessorizing with jewellery or this seasons de rigueur blazer. Day-to-night versatility is this labels bread and butter, but cheeky pop-culture flourishes keep it fresh. The Del Mar Daze Spring/Summer 2013 collection, for instance, was inspired by So-Cal skate culture.
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Robinson notes that Toronto design talent is making it big in the international market. Whenever I go to New York, Im astounded by how many CanadiansTorontonians, specificallyI see at the shows, whether theyre buying or selling fashion, she says. Its exciting to be doing business in the capital of North American fashion and to see so many talented friends of ours doing well there too.
The Philosophy
Tanya Kim wearing LABEL
Shawna Robinson and Natalie Sydoruk of LABEL
Fabric remnants are often incorporated into designs to reduce waste. Robinson and Sydoruk draft their patterns to take up the largest surface area of the fabric yardage, then make accent pieces such as pockets out of scraps.
The Clientele
inspired prints that were part of a collection entitled Dangerous Mind. But lets not overanalyze it; like all great fashion, LABEL is confident enough to be a little tongue in chic.
The acquisition
LABEL is carried at the following Toronto retailers: Lost & Found (1255 Dundas St. W., shoplostfound.com) Model Citizen (279 Augusta Ave. in Kensington Market, modelcitizentoronto.com) Homegrown Boutique (16 Cumberland St., Lower level, in Yorkville, homegrownboutique.ca)
Photography: Jaclyn Locke (LABEL), George Pimentel (Tanya Kim)
Sustainability is a core value in LABELs brand identity. Besides being designed in Toronto, each garment is sewn locally too, more often than not from organic materials. We use a lot of organic cotton, bamboo and Tencel in our collections, says Robinson. We try to keep most of our fabrics natural because they feel great on the skin and breathe well.
Sydoruk and Robinson have carved a broad niche, with urbane minimalist designs that appeal to corporate types and street-style hipsters alike. Celebrity fans include singersongwriter Chantal Kreviazuk, TV personality Tanya Kim and VJ Liz Trinnear, who are drawn to LABEL for its thought-provoking take on fashion, including recent Rorschach-
Toronto designers
Joeffer Caoc joeffercaoc.com
Signature style: Impeccably tailored cocktail dresses Celebrity fans: Jill Hennessy, Jacqueline Bisset, Nelly Furtado, Coco Rocha, Daria Werbowy
Lucian Matis lucianmatis.com

Signature style: Statement-making, eye-grabbing evening wear (under Matis line, modern career pieces) Celebrity fans: Nelly Furtado, Keshia Chant VAWK vawk.ca Signature style: Tailored bodyconscious dresses and gowns Celebrity fan: Katy Perry Adrian Wu adrianwu.com Signature style: Envelope-pushing red-carpet wear
Greta Constantine
Celebrity fan: Keshia Chant
Sarah Stevenson
gretaconstantine.com Signature style: Contemporary ready-to-wear Celebrity fans: Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Hudson, Victoria Beckham, Naomi Campbell, Yasmin Warsame
Ken Chow for Krane
Celebrity fans: Vanessa Williams, Kate Hudson, Natalie Portman
sarahstevensondesign.com Signature style: Soft, feminine and arty day-to-evening wear Celebrity fans: Alison Pill, Mira Sorvino, Georgina Reilly
Kimberley Newport-Mimran for Pink Tartan
kranedesign.com Signature style: Mens outerwear, bags and accessories Celebrity fans: Hayden Christensen, Joan Jett
Amanda Lew Kee
pinktartan.com Signature style: Feminine party dresses and daywear
amandalewkee.com Signature style: Feminine rocker-chic Celebrity fans: Shenae Grimes, Keri Hilson, Liz Trinnear
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Destination shopping
DESIGNER
Aya MacMillan loves luxury
As editorial director of Glam Canada, what other look would Aya MacMillan rock? Whether shes sporting a Burberry suit or rock-star studded pumps from Valentino, glam pieces are key to her style coda, which she describes as sophisticated with an edge. The Room at The Bay (hbc.com), is an absolute must, says MacMillan. The Room at The Bay is genius! I think it carries the most innovative labels in Canada Mary Katrantzou, Christopher Kane, Olympia Le-Tan and Margiela, she says. And try TNT (tntfashion.ca) in the tony Yorkville neighbourhood: Parisian labels Sandro and Maje, two of my favourites, are carried here. Mink Mile on Bloor Street between Avenue Road and Yonge Street is another one-stop shopping destination: All the big luxury brands are on Bloor: Chanel, Burberry, Herms, LV! And for boutiques, Holts is always on my list, enthuses MacMillan. The hipster hood of Dundas and Ossington has a number of haute haunts that MacMillan gravitates toward, but Jonathan+Olivia (jonathanandolivia.com) with its young, fun vibe is her weekend favourite. They always carry a great selection of Isabel Marant, whom I love, she says. They respond very well to Twitter or email, so Im always up to date when a new shipment comes in. Macmillan avoids a matchy-matchy look by peppering her new finds with high-end, designer vintage, such as a pre-loved Chanel brooch or Herms bag. This luxury aficionado prefers a curated shopping environment, however, rather than the free-for-all approach of traditional vintage shopping: I Miss You does a beautiful job: you never feel like youre heading into an attic. The pieces are always interesting, and the owner really knows her stuff. Case in point: Vogues international editor at large Hamish Bowles is a client! McMillans advice for making the most of your time shopping Toronto? Invest in quality pieces. Find that one item that you will have and love forever.
Three fashion hounds share insider intell on Torontos retail scene.

By Lara Ceroni
Photography by Paula Wilson
MAY WE SUGGEST.
Strolling the luxury-centric Mink Mile (Bloor St. W. between Avenue Rd. and Yonge St.) and Yorkville (bloor-yorkville. com) for Holt Renfrew, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Coach, Cartier, Harry Rosen and much, much more. Upscale eateries and chi-chi galleries enhance the upmarket retail-therapy vibe. If it rains, head to the neighbourhoods indoor fashion plaza, Hazelton Lanes (hazeltonlanes. com).
Hazelton Lanes
Photography: Clifton Li (Holt Renfrew & Hazelton Lanes)
Holt Renfrew
Bloor Street
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VINTAGE
Noah Lehava treasures vintage
My girls from the burbs think I dress like a grandma, whereas my co-workers tend to appreciate my multifarious style a bit more, says Noah Lehava, the vintage-loving web editor of ELLE Canada, with a laugh. Nothing satisfies Lehava more than scoring those hidden standout pieces. When Im digging through 80s dance costumes or really bad polyester blouses, then stumble upon that gorgeous oft-discarded designer find, nothing ever compares. Lehava touts designer consignment shop Fashionably Yours (fashionablyyours.ca) in the artsy Queen West neighbourhood as a prime location to work those arms and that credit card. Expect monogrammed Louis Vuitton handbags, Cartier love rings, Christian Louboutin pumps and coveted Cline accessories. Going from upscale to cheap and chic, Lehava says no vintage-shopping safari is complete without a trip (or three) to Value Village (valuevillage.com). The thrift shop chain has shops dotting the city and a diehard cult following. Trust me, people; Ive found some of my most treasured items here! Case in point: a Burberry trench for $25, a Chlo skirt for $6 and an authentic Fendi bag for $2. On Sundays, Lehava trawls the stalls at one of Torontos most beloved outdoor markets, the St. Lawrence Market. Here tables are laden with vintage jewels by way of Italy and Nepal, Victorian antiques and collectibles dating from the 19th century. Lehava says vintage shopping in Toronto is as much about the find as the journey. It takes commitment to find good vintage, but its worth it, she says. The tailoring, fabric and detailing are incomparable.
MAY WE SUGGEST
Starting a vintage search party at Kensington Market (kensington-market. ca), where the streets are filled with a ragtag mix of secondhand clothing and accessories shops, covering ground ranging from Victorian antiques to retro rags. Head south down to Queen St. W., to check out a diverse array of boutiques and fuel up at one of many unique eateries.
Photography: A Brit & A Blond (Queen St. W.)
Kensington Market
Queen St. W.
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MAJOR LABELS
Ryan Michael Cheung knows his malls
Being a man among many women working in the editorial department at FLARE magazine has its share of pressures, but assistant digital editor Ryan Michael Cheung tackles the challenge head-on with his classic preppy-inflected style. I have a healthy wardrobe of basic button-ups and khakis that keep me in line nine to five, while denim is my other mainstay, he says. I swear by Levi 511 skinnies. Cheungs advice for men? Create your own uniform. Stick with consistent brands so you know you can always go back for more of what you love. He recommends the Queen Street West fashion district for its menswear selection. Try homegrown label Club Monaco (clubmonaco.com), which was once owned by Joe Fresh (joefresh. com) heavyweight Joe Mimran. Its Queen Street West location offers a boutique feel but still carries the brands full collection without feeling overwhelming. A definite shopping stop on a Saturday, says Cheung. A few blocks west sits Nomad (nomadshop.net), one of Cheungs favourite spots to shop, which offers such streetwear labels as Wings + Horn, A.P.C and S.N.S Herning. Its selection appeals to a broad range of tastes, he says. For awesome kicks, visit Getoutside (getoutsideshoes.com) on the corner of Queen and Spadina Avenue. Here, men of style find an infinite number of Vans, Converse and ever-appropriate Sperry, but also shoes from Bass, Clarks and Red Wings for those not-so-casual days. From downtown to midtown and beyond, Cheung makes regular pilgrimages to J.Crew in Yorkdale mall (yorkdale.com); the brands chambray shirts are on heavy rotation in his wardrobe. For visitors and locals alike, Cheung says Roots (canada.roots.com) is mandatory shopping. Visit the Eaton Centre mall location across from Yonge-Dundas Square. Roots is the master of leather and continues to be everyones go-to for something luxe and truly Canadian, he says. Look for wallets, bags and the much-coveted jacketsall worthy trophies of any Toronto visit.
MAY WE SUGGEST
Top get-in-and-get-it-done shopping hotspots include downtowns Eaton Centre (torontoeatoncentre.com), Yorkdale (yorkdale.com), Mississaugas Square One (shopsquareone.com), Bramptons Bramalea City Centre (bramaleacitycentre. ca), Vaughan Mills (vaughanmills.com) for outlet shopping and Shops at Don Mills (shopsatdonmills.ca) for a unique outdoormall experience.
Toronto Eaton Centre
Yorkdale Mall
Vaughan Mills
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Sounds great
Enjoy Torontos live music and nightlife
By Kim Hughes
lthough Toronto is a must-stop on the tours of all the major stadium players, its also an incubator for new talent and purveyor of some of the hottest contemporary rap, rock and pop going. Witness hometown heroes Drake, Metric, Death from Above 1979, Crystal Castles, Hidden Cameras, Broken Social Scene and Peaches (plus electronic-music hero DeadMau5, if we may borrow from our Niagara Falls neighbours). But as any live-music or clubland devotee knows, a good night out is as much about the vibe as the sound. For most aficionados, part and parcel of knowing where to go is knowing the dress code (stated or implied). What did you pack? It says loads about what TO music scene youll love.
Music-scene insider Kim Hughes provides the lowdown on what to hear and where to find it.
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IF YOU PACKED
An ironic tee and skinny jeans
Two well established annual music events fte indie up-and-comers of all stripes: Canadian Music Week (cmw.net), March 20 to 24, and North by Northeast (nxne.com), June 10 to 16. Each showcases over 800 bands in 50+ venues across the city.
Also noteworthy:
The Queen West strip; try the Cameron House (thecameron.com), Horseshoe Tavern (horseshoetavern.com) and, further west in Parkdale, arty hotel/ nightspots The Drake (thedrakehotel.ca) and The Gladstone (gladstonehotel.com). Ossington Village (Ossington from Dundas to Queen) is home to The Garrison (garrisontoronto.com), plus the Dakota Tavern (thedakotatavern.com), a must for alt-country.
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Summer brings jazz-fest fever, with the starstudded TD Canada Trust Toronto Jazz Festival (torontojazz.com, June 21 to 30), the grassroots Beaches International Jazz Festival (beachesjazz.com, July 19 to 28) and the Brampton Global Jazz & Blues Festival (artofjazz.org, summer 2013).
Also noteworthy:
The Rex Hotel (therex.ca) on Queen Street West offers bands that swing, skronk or scat. Or try The Reservoir Lounge (reservoirlounge.com) for jump blues, swing and boogie woogie. Finally, Massey Hall (masseyhall.com) is a legendary jazz institution, site of the one-night-only gig in 1953 that brought Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, Bud Powell, Charles Mingus and Max Roach together on one stage.
The Cameron House is the true birthplace of the Queen West scene; it launched Blue Rodeo and many of their peers. There are just 60 seats in the back room, and you never know wholl show up. Its where bigtime artists try out their new songs for fans and theres no cover.
Jake Gold, music producer and CEO of The Management Trust
Robi Botos Trio at the TD Canada Trust Toronto Jazz Festival

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Also noteworthy:
The Glenn Gould Studio (cbc.ca/glenngould), housed within CBC Radios HQ on Front Street, and Koerner Hall at the Royal Conservatory of Music (rcmusic.ca).
Why settle for chi and beer? These live-music venues offer decent eats alongside their solid beats.
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Lula Lounge Have some steak and chocolate cake with your jazz, salsa and world beat tunes. lula.ca
Free Times Caf The famed Sundaybrunch buffet at this folk haunt soars on authentic Jewish food, just like bubbie made. freetimescafe.com
Hughs Room Varied la carte and dinner menus augment folk, blues and world sounds. hughsroom.com
The Toronto Symphony Orchestra (tso.ca) at Roy Thomson Hall is the place to enjoy the classical oeuvre of Mozart, Sibelius and Dvo rk this year. Or revel in the Canadian Opera Company (coc.ca) performances of Wagners Tristan und Isolde (Jan. 29 to Feb. 23) and Strausss Salome (April 21 to May 22) at the architecturally stunning Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. Meanwhile, Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra (tafelmusik.org) enlivens the George Weston Recital Hall at Toronto Centre for the Arts.
Toronto Symphony Orchestra at Roy Thomson Hall
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Target the lakefront Guvernment Entertainment Complex (theguvernment.com) for consistently jaw-dropping electronic dance music with superstar DJs from around the globe. Wrongbar (wrongbar.com) is a small but mighty EDM hotspot in eclectic Parkdale.
Also noteworthy:
Check online for much-anticipated repeats of killer EDM festivals Digital Dreams (digitaldreamsfest.ca), VELD (veldmusicfestival.com) and WEMF (wemf.com). Dates hadnt been announced at press time, but if public demand is any indicator, we can expect to see three-peats in 13.
OVERWERK at Chroma nightclub

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While the Horseshoe, Lees Palace, the Music Gallery and Harbourfront are enduring musical landmarks, the Dakota Tavern offers a decidedly Toronto-centric experience. The sound is clear and clean, the foods decent and the talents almost always local. Added bonus for true live music lovers: no mobile reception!
Laura Repo at the The Dakota Tavern
Steve Jordan, founder and executive director, Polaris Music Prize
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Hometown hero Drakes hip-hop OVO Festival, which in past years has brought the likes of Jay-Z and Eminem (2010), Lil Wayne, Stevie Wonder and Nas (2011), and Snoop Dogg/Lion and Nicki Minaj (2012), promises more A-list performers in its 2013 iteration. Dates are TBD, but stay in the loop via the OVO Fest Facebook page.
Also noteworthy:
Although its not a hip-hop venue per se, the waterfronts Sound Academy (soundacademy.com) hosts a number of urban music acts; likewise, downtowns Phoenix Concert Theatre (phoenixconcerttheatre.com). Check out hiphopcanada.com and megacityhiphop.com for the late-breaking news and just-announced concerts.
Drake at the MuchMusic Video Awards

Rivoli Excellent Thai-fusion out front, eclectic music/ comedy/spoken word in the back. rivoli.ca
The Drake Hotel Outstanding locavoreapproved fare in the dining room, caf and Sky Yard, amid various bands and DJs. thedrakehotel.ca
The Beaver This funky, ambitious diner morphs nightly into a hipster-friendly hot spot. beavertoronto.ca
The Rex Hotel Jazz is the main draw, but decent pub grub abets the improv and brews. therex.ca
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Partiers looking for a queer-centric music scene during PRIDE week should aim for the heart of the Village (Church Street between Bloor Street East and Carlton Avenue). Keep an eye open for block party par excellence Blockorama, traditionally held in the parking lot across from Wellesley subway station, and helmed by top-flight soul, R&B and house DJs, plus headline chanteuses like Keshia Chant. Meanwhile, all year round, Church on Church (churchonchurch.com) offers mighty fierce drag shows and DJs spinning into the night.
Also noteworthy:
During Pride, look for the wet n wild Aqua Party (prismtoronto.com)held at Sugar Beach in 2012featuring DJs of the internationally renowned ilk. Year-round, try the Villages Fly (flynightclub.com) (Babylon on Queer As Folk), which features local, Canadian and international DJs. Or visit hipster West Queen West, where The Beaver (thebeavertoronto. com) is known for an arty-punk, pansexual vibe. Guest DJs spin disco, house and new wave.
Pride Party on Church

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The Big Slice
Burrito Boyz
The Thompson Diner
Swatow
7 West Caf 7 Charles St. W. at Yonge, Where bleary-eyed publicists take post-gig rock-star clients for penne arrabiata or Moroccan chili. 7westcafe.com
Burrito Boyz Various locations, The large veggie soy, halibut and steak burritos taste like love feels, especially at 3 a.m. on a Saturday. burritoboyz.ca
The Big Slice 385 Yonge St., Truth in advertising rules at this perennial Yonge Street pizza fave, which slings pie until 5 a.m. thebigslicepizza.com
Thompson Diner 550 Wellington St. W., At this 24-hour retro-luxe diner the St. Lawrence sandwich peameal, Swiss cheese and fried egg on a kaiseris the perfect late, late dinner or early, early breakfast. thompsondiner.com
Swatow 309 Spadina Ave. Chinatown boasts plenty of fabulous cheap late-night eateries, and where else can you enjoy a middle-of-the-night snack of four balls soup?
Photography: Gabriel Li (Thompson), 7westcafe.com (pie), Ian Muttoo (The Big Slice), Klwatts (burrito), spDuchamp (Swatow)
Last call came and went, the bars are lys closing and your bel e hollering for fuel. Her are five spots where you can eat great late.
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Shades and a harmonica
Get your folk and blues on in Brockton Village; Hughs Room (hughsroom.com) is the place to enjoy legends like Judy Collins and Ron Sexsmith in a dinner-club environment. CBC Radio 3 has proclaimed it one of the countrys best live venue spaces.
Also noteworthy:
The Monarchs Pub (monarchspub.ca) in downtowns Delta Chelsea Hotel is another great bet, with live blues Thursday nights. Or head to Chinatowns Silver Dollar Room (silverdollarroom.com), which has been serving up the best indie blues and folk (not to mention bluegrass, alt-country and rock) since 1958. Also hit Port Credits annual early-September Tim Hortons South Side Shuffle (southsideshuffle. com) festival for blues by the lake.
Hemingway Corner playing at Hughs Room

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Te gusta bailar salsa? If the answer is s, head to Yorkvilles Babaluu Supper Club (babaluu.com) for DJ-hosted salsa throughout the week. Or head to Lula Lounge (lula.ca) for their muy caliente live salsa bands, plus Latin jazz.
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Dance floor moves
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Karaoke at The Duke in Leslieville Wednesday and Thursday nights and Saturday afternoons with Sweet Daddy Siki. They must have the largest selection of songsand charactersanywhere.
Teddy Fury, drummer with the Royal Crowns and longtime bartender at the venerable Horseshoe Tavern
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The Mosaic South Asian Heritage Festival of Mississauga (mosaicfest.com) is a four-day artsand-culture festival that lures some of the subcontinent and diasporas hottest performers. The 2012 event boasted Pakistani superstar Shafqat Amanat Ali, and Brooklyn-based bhangra funk dhol n brass faves Red Baraat.
Also noteworthy:
Celebrating its 46th year, Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto (torontocaribbeancarnival.com), the Toronto street carnival/parade formerly known as Caribana, winds its way along a lakeside parade route with festive revellers dressed in eye-popping costumes. Dancing in the streets to a non-stop soundtrack of live calypso, soca, reggae, hip-hop, chutney, steel pan and brass bands is de rigueur. The celebration starts early, and after-parties linger deep into the night.
Caribbean Carnival
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Also noteworthy:
Show off your firiest dance moves at the les-gay-bi-queer-trans-positive El Convento Rico (elconventorico.com), where Spanish Top 40, hip-hop, salsa, merengue, cha-cha, plus weekend drag shows, make for a fun, inclusive vibe. Or hit Embrujo Flamenco Tapas Restaurant (embrujoflamenco.com) on Danforth Avenue for live flamenco and guitar performances.
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Skip the gym and get outside! By Kat Tancock
Hike the trails at Rouge Park.
Here are 10 cool ways to fit in outdoor workouts.
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Whether Im walking, running or cycling, I love being surrounded by the trees and nature in the middle of Torontos core, says personal trainer Harley Pasternak, who grew up here and counts Lady Gaga and Katy Perry among his celebrity clients. Not into the treadmill scene?
1. Join lululemon for outdoor yoga classes in Trinity Bellwoods Park. Inquire at the Queen Street West location (lululemon.com). 2. Try stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) in Lake Ontario. Rentals and lessons are available in the eastern Beach neighbourhood with WSUP (wsuptoronto. ca), in central Cherry Beach with Surf Ontario (surfontario.ca) and in Mississauga at SUPTO (supto.ca). 3. Prefer to sit? Harbourfront Canoe & Kayak Centre (paddletoronto.com) offers lessons, rentals and guided tours starting from just south of Queens Quay West near the Rogers Centre. Or join Wai Nui O Kanaka Outrigger Canoe Club in Mississauga for its Friday-night drop-in social paddling (wainuioutrigger.net). 4. Walkers and runners can make their way along the boardwalk in the east-end Beach (thetorontobeaches.com), central waterfront and Harbourfront, or historic Queens Park Circle downtown. Or traverse the 4.5-kilometre Belt Line, which includes rail, trail and wooded areas. Its one of my favourite urban trails in the world, says Pasternak. 5. Head to Bramptons Claireville Ranch (clairevilleranch.com) for trail, pony or wagon rides or horseback-riding lessons. 6. Learn to ski or snowboard or perfect your skills at Centennial Park or Earl Bales
Park (toronto.ca). Both are accessible by public transit and offer evening hours. 7. Rent a hassle-free Bixi bike (toronto.bixi. com) and tour the city on wheels. (Make a beeline down to the Martin Goodman Trail, which spans the citys waterfront on the shores of Lake Ontario.) Bixis are available 24/7; just pick up a bike at one stand and drop it off at another. 8. East of downtown, hike the trails at Rouge Park (rougepark.com). At over 40 square kilometres, it contains two National Historic Sites and is the countrys biggest natural-environment park in a near-urban setting. Or stay in town and visit leafy kid-friendly High Park (highparktoronto.com). 9. Go for a swim! Popular Woodbine Beach (toronto.ca) in the east end has beach-volleyball facilities, while the Toronto Islands Hanlans Point (toronto.ca) offers a clothing-optional section. In winter, enjoy public-swim hours at the YMCA (ymcagta.org). 10. Coming in April or October? Sign up for one of the two annual charity climbs of the CN Tower stairs, hosted by Canada Life for WWF (wwf.ca) and Enbridge for United Way (unitedwaytoronto.com). From the views to the adrenaline rush, the 38 billion stepsat least it feels like that manyis the workout of all workouts, says Pasternak. For the record, its actually 1,776 steps. But whos counting?
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What do you get when you pair local ingredients with a global perspective? A dynamic culinary scene bursting with the unique taste of Toronto. (Bring your appetite!)
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Taste of Toronto
Three top chefs dish on the citys culinary culture.
By Dick Snyder Chef Photography by Edward Pond
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Is Crush about Canadian cuisine, international flavours or a fusion?
Because I grew up in a multicultural neighbourhood with a lot of Indian, Caribbean, Somali and Sri Lankan influences, Im riffing on when I was a kid and went over to my friends houses and saw what their parents ate. So I have jerked hen and curried yogurt on the menu. I lived in Spain for two months, and I was really influenced by those flavours; I love a lot of the ingredients they use in their cooking. I serve chorizo with roasted pork chop, and a lot of my seafood dishes have Spanish influences.
What global influences have you brought back from your travels?
When I went to Thailand, I was drawn to cooking outside on the street, and not these pristine, hard-core, Michelin-starred restaurants. I was more intrigued by the soul foodthe street foodof wherever I was. It comes through in my cooking techniques. Im not reinventing the wheel here! And Im not knocking it, but I dont use powders like maltodextrin, and I dont use foams and gases, which I experimented with when I was working in the UK. I love getting fresh produce in and cooking it in the best possible way and having those flavours shine naturally. I was inspired by how multicultural London is and all the different markets; anything you can possibly want is there.
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Keriwa 1690 Queen St. W., keriwacafe.ca
What does Keriwa mean?

Keriwa is an Algonquin word for eagle. It demonstrates the connectedness and regionality of Canada. And the eagle is sacred in my culture, the expression of friendship and goodwill. We have an eagle-feather chandelier in the restaurant to represent that notion.
What are your favourite things to cook?

Thats always a tough question! I feel like my answer changes all the time. I would say anything thats at its prime is what makes me happy. In Toronto there are a bunch of markets, and you can find something different at each one. Each neighbourhood has its own thing going on. In Markham, for example, there are a ton of crazy-big Asian food markets such as T&T. Then you have Kensington Market for Latino foods. Of course there are the specific areas too, like Koreatown and Little India.
You define Keriwa Caf as local, seasonal, aboriginal-inspired cuisine. How do you express this in your menu?
We focus on indigenous ingredients that are important to Canadian cuisine historically. Bison was my cultures staff of life, providing everything for my people, who are hunters and gathers. Weve never really had beef on the menu, not because I have anything against it, but because we focus on bison. Its higher in omega-3s than salmon! Well smoke a bison brisket, braise the tongue, marinate a bison skirt steak. We only use freshwater fish. We do a lot with trout; right now Im picking through trout roe to make caviar. We work with whitefish and pickerel, which are indigenous. And we will use things that arent indigenous but are part of our culture, like red fife wheat. Crush Wine Bar 455 King St. W., crushwinebar.com
Tasting menu at Keriwa Cafe caviar, lettuces, beef and foie gras
Does Toronto cuisine have an identity?

I dont think well ever have a set food identity because we have so many different multicultural communities; its not just one city in that sense. I dont think we have a set specific cuisine that is Toronto. Theres so much diversity in our foods that if anything, the absence of one identity is what our food identity is. And thats good, I think!
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possible. I actively sought out chefs who believed in it. Technically, as a cook, you have to work for the best, and these are chefs who have measured this philosophy with excellence in technique and execution. So this is the apex of cuisine for me, balancing both.
What do you want your customers to take away from a dining experience?
I dont want to sermonizenobody wants to come for a good time and be banged on the head with a book. So people come and get excited by local and seasonal food just based on how great the taste is.
Chafe Farm 10-oz ribeye
Before Keriwa, you worked with such chefs as Splendidos Victor Barry and Eigensinn Farms Michael Stadtlnder, who espouse an environmentally respectful philosophy. What impact did that have on you?
Its more than a philosophy, more than just a marketing ploy. It really is a lifestyle, living a sustainable life as much as
How do you approach seasonal ingredients?

I really let the ingredients speak for themselves, and I change the menu once a month, entirely dependent on the season. I use fresh, simple, full flavours and let the flavours instruct me on where to go. Its pretty easy when youve got great ingredients. Its hard to compete with the Golden Horseshoe [of southern Ontario]the bounty and the breadth of what you can get here is amazing.
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CANADIAN flavour
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Roast duck poutine pizza
the time, and someone who is part of that heritage could come here and say, Oh, this takes me back.
How do customers react?

Bannock 401 Bay St., oliverbonacini.com [Newfoundland-born actor] Gordon Pinsent came in to eat, and he left a note that said, Thank you for the journey home. He had the boiled dinnercorned brisket, cabbage, pease puddnand we serve it with Kozliks mustard. Thats what Im shooting for with that kind of comfort food.
places. So there are those nuances with pulling in the Canadian [influence]. Most visitors are not aware of what we have here. What? Youve got octopus in Canada? Yes, its from BC!
Your menu reads like Canadian frontier cuisine with a twist. Is that the right take?
The notion with Bannock is Canadian comfort food, and I see this as significantly more like Toronto comfort food. The dishes are all over the map. The notion of comfort food isnt so much a pint of cider, gurgling pot of stew. We do Jamaican oxtails simmered in amazing jerk seasoning served with beans and rice. I go up to a place at Bathurst and the Allen for oxtail all
What Bannock menu item is so iconically Canadian that it should be considered mandatory tasting for foreign visitors?
Funny story: we had a large group of Chileans whod just gotten in from the airport. They ordered poutine pizzaits the most popular dish on the menu. So eight poutine pizzas get plunked down in front of themand for an introduction to the city, well, they were over the moon with it! Its steaming hot, and it tastes great and its naughty and I guarantee they will never forget it. We want people to say: When you go there, you have to try it!
What other communities does your menu reflect?

I live in Koreatown, and if I make a bowl of pork-bone soup it evokes that sentiment, even though Im not Korean. Im doing octopus now in a very Portuguese style, stewed with chorizo, and the kale is really cooked down. Thats how Ive had it in Portugal and in Torontos Portuguese
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Guided tasting tours enhance the shop-dine experience.

By Sheryl Kirby
In good taste
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oodie tours provide a toothsome, bite-by-bite taste of any city. After all, how better to discover the lay of the culinary land than by shopping like a local or prepping like a chef? Wondering where to start? Here are some options that will whet your appetite.
FOOD TOURS
Food tours combine guided sightseeing with cooking crash courses. Try the Culinary Adventure Company (culinary adventureco.com) for tours of ethnic neighbourhoods, including Greektown and Little India. Tours are led by chefs and other experts, and include a mix of restaurants and shops. BBQ champ Jason Rees of Pork Ninjas BBQ Team (face book.com/porkninjas) works with the group. Theres an instant sense of fun, he says. On every tour, theres a genuine passion about the city, its history and food. Likewise, Shirley Lums A Taste of the World (torontowalksbikes.com) peripatetic tours of Kensington Market and Chinatown should be on any food lovers list of cool things to do in the city. Also, Canadianthemed tours from Ontario Wine and Culinary Tours combine new and old Canadian food with Canadian art and even hockey.
Upscale Urban at Origin
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A creative option is Shop the Market, where chefs collect products from vendors at the acclaimed St. Lawrence Market (stlawrencemarket.com) and guests join in for a hands-on evening shopping trip, cooking class and dinner at the on-site Market Kitchen.
Pork Ninja BBQ Pulled Pork Sammie at The Deppaneur
Photography: Paula Wilson (Origin), Doug Brown (St. Lawrence Market), thedepanneur.ca (Pulled Pork Sammie)
CHEFS TABLES
Those wanting an up-close experience should sit at the chefs table in a restaurant kitchen. The Windsor Arms (windsorarmshotel.com), Trevor Kitchen and Bar (trevorkitchenandbar.com), Colborne Lane (colbornelane.com), TOCA (tocarestaurant.com) and Local Kitchen & Wine Bar (localkitchen.ca) are some of the choicest options. Restaurants with bar seating at an open kitchen also make for great dinner entertainment. Prime seats can be found at Origin (origintoronto.com), Beer Bistro (beerbistro.com) and Restaurant Chantecler (restaurantchantecler.ca), where chef Jonathan Poon works on a vintage Art Deco electric stove. Ringside seats generally need to be booked in advance, so plan ahead. Most find the extra step worthwhile: after all, arent some of the most unforgettable meals served with a generous side of spectacle?
Fresh cheese from St. Lawrence Market
On every tour, theres a genuine passion about the city, its history and food.
Jason Rees of Pork Ninjas BBQ Team
TASTING CRAWLS
In addition to private customized food tours, ChowBella (chowbellaconcierge. com) offers a weekly chocolate and cheese crawl. For those who want a dining-only tour, Dishcrawl (dishcrawl.com) is a roving dinner of restaurants in a specific neighbourhood that includes chef presentations and special off-menu items prepared exclusively for the event.
Enjoy Trevor Kitchen and Bar
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5 under $5
Travelling on a budget? These deal-luxe city bites will save your lunch dollars so you can splurge on dinner later.
By Yuki Hayashi Illustration by Chloe Cushman
Bnh m
Skip the chain sub and chow down on bnh m instead. Pioneer Nguyn Huong (322 Spadina Ave., nguyenhuong.ca) rocked the $1-sub phenomenon for years before finally raising prices to the still-coin-purse-friendly $2. Try bnh m thap cam (assorted house-made cold cuts) or vegetarian tofu-based bnh mi tau hu chay. Both come piled sky-high with matchstick cukes, pickled daikon, carrot ribbons and fresh coriander sprigs on a white baguette-style bun slathered in butter and Sriracha hot sauce.
Indian-style corn
The warmer months of the year bring an eating local/thinking global aspect to Gerrard Streets Gerrard India Bazaar strip between Coxwell Avenue and Highfield Road, where vendors peddle charcoal-blackened, roasted Ontario corn-on-thecob presented all-dressed in ghee, lime juice and chili-spiked masala for $2 each.
Empanadas
These offer walking-tour-friendly, grab-and-go convenience. The pan-European/Latin American stuffed-bread delight is best enjoyed Chilean style la Jumbo Empanadas in Kensington Market (245 Augusta Ave., jumboempanadas.com). Theyre super-sized, baked and beefy, filled with a combination of stewed meat, olives, raisins and boiled egg with a side of fresh salsa, all for $4.50.
Dim sum with a view

Hoof it down to T&T Supermarket (222 Cherry St., tnt-supermarket.com) for inexpensive and filling shrimp har gow, leek-and-pork shao mai, pork choi chai dumplings and more (most dim sum is $2.50 for four pieces). Whether you snack on the outdoor patio or in the glassy cafeteria, youll enjoy a panoramic view of the waterfront and skyline, including the CN Tower.
Street dogs
Torontos downtown hot dog carts are renowned for the infinite variety and quality of the street meat they purvey. For $3 you can load your hot Italian or sweet Polish sausage, chicken dog or vegan tofu wiener with toppings galore. Typical downtown carts average 12-plus toppings, but 20 isnt unheard of for super-achievers. If freshly fried onions, corn relish, spiced ketchup and Dijon dont grab you, sauerkraut or sliced mushrooms might.
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Tasting notes
Master sommelier Jennifer Huether on where to raise a glass and the perfect bottles to take home. By Kim Hughes
The master sommelier in her typical office environment
To mix a metaphor, are any regional wineries punching above their weight in terms of taste and value? The overall quality of wine from Ontario has risen dramatically in the past five years. And the usual suspects who do a great job on the high end usually do a great job on the low end, so Tawse, Cave Spring and Stratus from the Niagara region and Norman Hardie from Prince Edward County all make premium wines and value-driven wines. Is there a single grape leading the charge? Yes, Riesling. Its fantastic here!
Whats a cant-miss Ontario bottle to uncork in 2013? I would say Hinterland Sparkling Rose from Prince Edward County (hinterlandwine.com). What would be a good representative wine for a traveller to take home? Icewine is the obvious choice. But we really are benchmarking Riesling, so Id pick up a Charles Baker Picone Vineyard Riesling.
Plus 2 in the Niagara wine region

Treadwell (Port Dalhousie): Great for fine dining. The food is awesome, and the wines are almost all Canadian. Ravine Vineyard (St. Davids): Its really cute and casual for lunch.
Photography: Fernando Morales/The Globe and Mail
Southern Ontario is home to not one, but two excellent wine regions. Both the Niagara region just west of Toronto and Prince Edward Country, just east, annually tender everything from top-shelf Gamay to Pinot Gris, alongside the provinces trademark icewine. Jennifer Huether, a Toronto-based master sommelierone of just three in Canadashared her regional tasting notes with us.
Does the Ontario growing region have a secret weapon in its arsenal? Completely: great soils with lots of limestone and a still-cool climate. Thanks to global warming, places like Bordeaux and Tuscany are getting even hotter. So we take advantage of having balanced, elegant and age-worthy wines. Is there an Ontario wine that might fool a sommelier into thinking it was French or Italian in a blind test? The premium single-vineyard Chardonnay from Tawse could easily pass for a Burgundy.
Jennifer Huethers Top 5 Toronto Wine Restaurants

Caf Belong: Chef Brad Long really focuses on local, including his wine list. Plus, the prices are very reasonable. Splendido: Its high-end, but theyve been doing it right for years and continue to do it right. E11even: It has a really vibrant wine program and at least two sommeliers working there. Bymark: Chef Mark McEwans wine program is great. Canoe: Like Splendido, they have been doing it right for a long time and continue to be inspiring and to have a dynamic wine program.
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Want more beer?
The Toronto Beer Festival takes place July 25 to 28, 2013. beerfestival.ca
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Local cheers
Here are 10 brews and three spirits worth enjoying while youre here. Raise a toast now and take some home for later. By Jamie Noguchi
1. Muskoka Brewerys The Legendary Spring Oddity Spring Oddity, a cult-fave brew, is only available in season, but the cottagecountry artisan brewers offer a handful of unpasteurized ales and lagers year-round. Available at 13 Taylor Rd., Bracebridge; select The Beer Store, LCBO locations and muskokabrewery.com 2. Mill Street Brewerys Original Organic Lager Ontarios first certified-organic lager has earned a thirsty following of 100-milers and pilsner fans. Available at the restaurant-brewery in the Distillery Historic District, LCBO locations, The Beer Store locations and millstreetbrewery.com 3. Indie Ale House Brewing These yearling craft bier meisters stress small, local and fresh. Bottle options vary, or you can get them to fill up a growler with whatevers of-the-moment when you visit the restaurant-retail shop in the hipster-y Junction. Now thats small-batch! Available at 2876 Dundas St. W. and indiealehouse.com 4. Steam Whistles Premium Pilsner Theres only one bottle (can and keg) on offer from The Good Beer Folks, and thats this four-ingredient, non-GMO pilsner. Available at 255 Bremner Blvd., plus The Beer Store, LCBO locations and steamwhistle.ca 5. Granite Brewerys Gin Lane Ale The family-owned brewpub offers 11 artisan beers, including IPA, bitter and stout on tap. Bottled options change frequently. Sample the Gin Lane Ale or take home a two-litre growler of barley-wine ale. Available at 245 Eglinton Ave. E. and granitebrewery.ca 6. Great Lakes Brewerys Devils Pale Ale Devils Pale Ale is the trademark brewski of Great Lakes. At 26, its home of Torontos oldest microbreweries. Available at select LCBO locations and greatlakesbeer.com 7. Amsterdams (416) Urban Wheat Combine your beer run with a brewery tour featuring 10 lagers and ales on tap. (416) Urban Wheat is as cool, refreshing and easygoing as our city. Available at 245 Queens Quay W. (brewpub), 54 Esandar Dr. (brewery tours and retail shop), select LCBO locations and amsterdambeer.com 8. Kensington Brewing Companys Augusta Ale Grassy, nutty Augusta Ale is the sole tote-able option from this purveyor of small-batch, unfiltered and unpasteurized craft brews operating out of the heart of one of the most eclectic (read: grassy, nutty) neighbourhoods. Available at select LCBO locations and kensingtonbrewing company.com 9. Bellwoods Brewery Just a year old, this downtown craft brewery produces 4,600 bottles per week. So hop to its brewery/caf/retail store on Ossington Avenue before supplies of its get-it-while-you-can IPAs, tripels and stouts run out. Available at 124 Ossington Ave. and bellwoodsbrewery.com 10. Black Oak Brewing Co.s Nut Brown Ale One of the suburban brewers year-round offerings, this creamy, mahogany-brown ale is a fruity, nutty, hoppy hit among local brewficionados. Available at 75 Horner Ave. and blackoakbeer.com
If beer isnt your poison, try these:
Birch-charcoal-
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filtered Tag No. 5 Vodka hails from nearby Oakville and is available at the LCBO. Collingwood artisanal whisky is mellowed in toasted Maplewood casks and available at the LCBO. Ontario Spring Water Sake Cos fresh-pressed, unpasteurized, spring-water Izumi sakes are sold through the brewery at 51 Gristmill Lane in the Distillery Historic District.
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What man wouldnt love to shop at Harry Rosen?

5 FLOORS. HUNDREDS OF LABELS. HARRY ROSEN MENSWEAR. 82 BLOOR ST. W.
You may have heard a little about Harry Rosens service delivery to your hotel, same-day alterations, shopping by appointment but thats only part of the story. Our agship store in the heart of Yorkville offers ve oors of designer menswear including an exceptional shoe department and six boutique style shop-in-shops. We have everything you need, from denim to bespoke, not to mention that famous service. Please drop by for a visit.
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Navigate our fair city in style. From downtowns biggest attractions to cottage-country destinations, heres where to go, what to do, and how to do it with Torontonian savoir faire.
Midtown
Yorkville
Annex
Kensington Market
Chinatown AGO
Downtown Core Don Valley
Queen West King West
Entertainment District
Old Town
Distillery District
Liberty Village
Waterfront + Islands
COMPASS
Go local and take it to the street, up close and on foot.
Greektown
Leslieville The Beaches
By Jane L. Thompson
Illustration by Chloe Cushman As any seasoned traveller knows, great cities demand more from their visitors than a handful of standard-issue skyline snaps. In order to delve deeply, you need to tour micro: sussing out the neighbourhoods that form the whole by eating, drinking, shopping, relaxing and taking in the city one streetscape, park and hotspot at a time. Ready? Heres our essential neighbourhood guide (along with photo tips to nail those Flickr-worthy shots).
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Chinatown + Kensington Market + Ago District
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Baldwin St.
Spadina Ave.
Kensington Ave.
Agusta Ave.
OCAD Architect Will Alsops exuberantly in-your-face Sharp Centre is OCAD Universitys much loved/hated extension. Straddling the older art-school buildings atop angled, candy-coloured pillars, the black and white box is a bracing hit of contemporary architecture. For best effect, pick a vantage pointfrom the sidewalk a few paces north or south to catch it in full contextand snap a set of shots over the course of your trip. Its mien changes against white clouds or bluebird skies and at night.
Culturally dynamic, over the decades Chinatown has been home to generations of Chinese, Eastern European Jewish and Caribbean and Vietnamese immigrantsessentially the people who transformed Toronto into the diverse city it is today. Encompassing Kensington Market, Chinatown and Queen West, its known for everything from exotic produce and discount goods to cutting-edge clothes and blue-chip art. A bounty of restaurants and multiple streetcar lines add undeniable flavour. This intense commercial district is where youll find artsy university students, immigrants searching for foods from their homeland, and townhouse, loft and apartment dwellers. For inexpensive shopping, head to Dundas and Spadina and to Kensington Market; for funky boutiques, check out Queen Street West at McCaul.
Best routes: Enter Kensington Market via Augusta Ave. just south of its intersection with College St. Exit to Chinatown at St. Andrew St. Walk south along Spadina to Dundas Street West, then head east to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO). Walk south at McCaul to Queen West.
Chinatown
EAT
SHOP
Big Fat Burrito
Get a burrito with all the toppings at one of the most popular spots in the market. 285 Augusta Ave., (416) 913-7487, bigfatburrito.ca Kings Noodle House Cantonese comfort food and rotisserie ducks in the window draw crowds. 296 Spadina Ave., (416) 598-1817,
Good Egg
The Galleria Italia
Stay longer than expected to peruse the cookbooks and kitchen tchotchkes (Opinel knives, Staub pots). 267 Augusta Ave., goodegg.ca Courage My Love A Kensington original, Courage offers glad rags from eras past, as well as oodles of handmade beads, old buttons, jewellery, sunglasses, hats and more (way more). 14 Kensington Ave., Cubeshops Designistas flock here for a painstakingly curated selection of Japanese collectables for home and office, as well as beautifully esoteric Hario coffeemakers. 11 Baldwin St., cubeshops.com
Frank
Enjoy sophisticated Canadian cuisine at the AGO restaurant named after architect Frank Gehry. 317 Dundas St. W., (416) 979-6688, ago.net/frank
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The Galleria Italia, AGO
College St.
Kensington Market
Huron St.
Baldwin St.
Chinatown
Beverly St.
Dundas St.
AGO
McCaul St.
Sullivan St. Phoebe
Frank Gehrys glass-and-wood faade is the perfect spot for contemplation and an espresso. 317 Dundas St. W., 2nd floor, (416) 979 6648, ago.net/galleria-italia Grange Park Part of Torontos first elite neighbourhood in the early 1800s, the park and its manor are now part of the AGO following its dramatic expansion designed by Gehry. Beverly Street south of Dundas West, grangeparktoronto.ca Gateway Sculptures Artist Milie Chen created towering red poles with a Qilin (unicorn), dragon, phoenix and monkey king to represent the Chinese character for gateway. Spadina Avenue just north of Dundas Street. George Brown House A great example of Ontarios Second Empire-style architecture and home to a father of Canadian Confederation and a newspaper editor. 186 Beverly St. heritagetrust.on.ca
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Yorkville + Annex
EAT
MEET THE NEIGHBOURS
One
This buzziest of spots is where such celebrities as Brad, Angelina and George hang out when theyre in town. 116 Yorkville Ave., (416) 961-9600, onehazelton.com La Socit This classic French bistro appeals to society types and other assorted movers and shakers. 131 Bloor St. W., (416) 551-9929, lasociete.ca MoRoCo A chocolate lounge, its the place for champagne, chocolate fondue and Jennifer Lopez. 99 Yorkville Ave., (416) 961-2202, morocochocolat.com Guu Sakabar Servers greet everyone at the communal tables, where sharing dishes creates a lively meal. 559 Bloor St. W., (647) 343-1101, guu-izakaya.com/sakabar
Home to the elite of the 1870s and the hippies of the 1960s, this area encompasses the Annex, Yorkville, the University of Toronto and Mink Mile. Its known for its museums, Victorian homes and frats, as well as commercial office towers, luxury hotels and condos. This is where youll find not only power shoppers, flashy cars and visiting celebs, but also PR types, public sector workers, academics and writers (author Margaret Atwood lives in the Annex). For luxury shopping, visit Bay and Bloor, Holt Renfrew, Hazelton Lanes and the boutiques of Yorkville; Mirvish Village on Markham is known for one-of-a-kind specialty stores, art galleries, jewellery, DVDs and comics.
SHOP
Snap This
TNT
Photography: Doug Brown (OCAD), Clifton Li (Chinatown, Holt Renfrew, Yorkville), Daniel Tran (AGO), Danielle Petti (ROM)
Browse through stores for men and women who embrace casual chic. Lines include Equipment, Haute Hippie and Yohji Yamamato. 87 Avenue Rd., Hazelton Lanes, tntfashion.ca Holt Renfrew
Yorkville
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The Rock
Bata Shoe Museum
A favourite meeting place and spot for kids to climb, this approximately one-billion-yearold rock weighs 650 tonnes and was trucked in pieces from the Canadian Shield. 115 Cumberland St. Queens Park Home to statues commemorating Canadas first prime minister Sir John A. Macdonald and King Edward VII, it leads to Ontarios legislature. Avenue Road at Queens Park Circle north.
Dupont Ave.
This well-heeled museum features special exhibitions, plus a permanent collection with 12,500 artifacts detailing the history of footwear, and Bonapartes socks. 327 Bloor St. W., (416) 979-7799, batashoemuseum.ca Koerner Hall This concert hall is a dramatic venue and acoustic delight. A glass pavilion with flowing oak strings encompasses the performance area. 273 Bloor St. W., (416) 408-0208 Best routes: Start strolling at Bloor and Bays Mink Mile; turn north, heading towards Bellair and Cumberland for Yorkville shopping. To visit the Annex and the University of Toronto, head back to Bloor, walking west towards St. George St, and beyond to Spadina. Head to Bathurst and Bloor for Mirvish Village.
ROM Exterior Stand on Bloor Street West to capture the natural history museums Michael Lee-Chin Crystal faade, designed by Daniel Libeskind. The deconstructivist beauty juts dramatically above the street-level action on Bloor.
Holt Renfrew
A shopping mecca with exclusive beauty lines, accessories and threads from such designer labels as Marc Jacobs and Alexander McQueen. 50 Bloor St. W., holtrenfrew.com Harry Rosen This is where Bay Street bankers and lawyers buy their uniforms. 82 Bloor St. W., harryrosen.com BMV Rare out-of-print books and pulp fiction, coffee-table tomes and DVDs make this store a haven on a rainy day. 471 Bloor St. W., abebooks.com
Brunswick Ave.
St. George St.
Avenue Rd.
Hazelton Ave.
Annex
Bathurst St. Spadina Ave.
Davenport Rd.
Yorkville
Yorkville Ave. Cumberland St.
Bloor St.
Bloor St.
U of T
Queen's Park
Charles St.
Harbord St.
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Downtown Core
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DID YOU KNOW
High finance and overtime may drive this area, but many think of it as the heart of Toronto. City Hall, King and Bay, the Yonge Street strip, YongeDundas Square and Union Station are all anchors to the downtown core. Brokers, bankers, lawyers, students and thousands of office workers keep this district hopping during daylight, while singles and couples are active at night taking in movies, theatre and shopping. The Eaton Centre is the countrys best-known mall, but equally impressive is the PATH system, the worlds largest underground shopping complex connecting most of the downtown towers with more than 1,200 shops and services.
Williams-Sonoma, Michael Kors and Stuart Weitzman. 220 Yonge St., torontoeatoncentre.com Urban Outfitters Casual trendy clothes for the social media generation, plus unique home accessories for first apartments. 235 Yonge St., urbanoutfitters.com The Bay The five story flagship location of Canadas oldest department store chain (founded circa 1670) is one of Torontos top shopping destinations, with its high-end designer showroom, The Room, plus UK imports Topshop and Topman. 176 Yonge St., thebay.com First Canadian Place This office tower is part of the underground city, where youll find Judith & Charles and M for Mendocino 100 King St. W., fcpfirst.com
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Podium Green Roof at New City Hall
The Canada Life buildings illuminated tower is actually a weather vane? Its green when fair weather is forecast, white for snow and red for rain. The lights flash in sequence to show a slowly rising, fast-rising, slowly dropping or rapidly dropping temperature. 330 University Ave.
University Ave.
Bloor St.
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Mercatto
Wellesley St. College St. Carlton St.
Downtown Core
Dundas St.
Queen St.
King St. Front St.

Best routes: Begin at Yonge-Dundas Square and head south on Yonge Street, then walk west on Queen to University Avenue. Walk south on University to King Street West and finish at Yonge.
This casual Italian eatery nourishes local office workers and shoppers with a mix of market-inspired pastas, Panini and salads. 330 Bay St. (416) 306-0467, 101 College St. (416) 595-5625, 15 Toronto St. (416) 366-4567, mercatto.ca Ki When the stock markets close, young turks and turkettes come to drink and nosh on inventive Japanese cuisine. 181 Bay St., Wellington Tower, (416) 308-5888, kijapanese.com Prairie Girl Cupcakes Indulgent treats to share with friends; peanut butter and banana-colada icing are popular picks. 18 King St. E., Unit 106, (416) 504-2253, prairiegirlbakery.com Modus Ristorante Traditional, elegant, Italian cuisine for masters of the universe. 145 King St. W., (416) 861-9977, modusristorante.com Lai Wah Heen Experience formal Asian dining in Toronto at this spot well known for its dim sum. 108 Chestnut St., (416) 977-9899, laiwahheen.com
SHOP
Eaton Centre
Shopaholics unite! Here youll find more than 230 stores and services, including
The iconic dome and towers of City Hall have a new addition: a public roof garden with benches and walkways offering a perfect vantage to watch bustling Nathan Phillips Square below. 100 Queen St. W. Yonge-Dundas Square This public square is busy all day thanks to its free Wi-Fi, tables and umbrellas. Its also home to free concerts, films and special events. Yonge and Dundas streets, southeast corner. Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts Architect Jack Diamonds architecturally and acoustically magnificent arts centre is home to the Canadian Opera Company and National Ballet of Canada. The glass-andbrick stunner changes hues depending on the light, and is Canadas first purpose-built opera house. 145 Queen St. W. (416) 345-9595, coc.ca, national.ballet.ca Hockey Hall of Fame At this shrine to Canadas true national sport, interactive exhibits let users experience being both a player and broadcaster. 30 Yonge St., (416) 360-7765, hhof.com The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Built in 1913, this architectural gem is the only remaining stacked theatre in the world: a double-decker complex with the spectacular Winter Garden Theatre constructed seven storeys above the Loews Yonge Street Theatre (now The Elgin). Restored and reopened with great fanfare in 1989, the complex hosts the citys most glittering arts events, and is open to public tours on Thursdays at 5 p.m. and Saturdays at 11 a.m. 189 Yonge St., 416-314-2895, heritagetrust.on.ca
Bay St.
Yonge St.
COMPASS
MEET THE NEIGHBOURS
Nightclubs, theatres, sports venues and cinemas make this area jump. Now loft and condo dwellers are interspersed with people who frequent the CN Tower, Steam Whistle Brewery, Rogers Centre, The Air Canada Centre, Roy Thomson Hall and Ripleys Aquarium of Canada. Adrenaline junkies, sports fans, concertgoers and film aficionados set the pulse of the Entertainment District. Best routes: King Street West between University and Spadina for theatres and restaurants; Richmond between Spadina and Simcoe for nightclubs.
King Street West
Smokes Poutinerie
SEE
At 3 a.m. after a late Friday night out you may crave poutine, a popular French Canadian dish of fries topped with gravy and cheese curds. This is where you go. 218 Adelaide St. W., (416) 599-2873, smokespoutinerie.com
TIFF Bell Lightbox
SHOP
Mountain Equipment Co-op
EAT
Jimmys Coffee
Photography: Doug Brown (Air Canada Centre), Clifton Li (Brookfield Place), Occasional Toronto (Canada Life Building)
This laid-back homey java joint brews socially conscious coffee. 107 Portland St., (416) 901-2289, jimmyscoffee.ca Brassaii A place to be seen, the spacious restaurantlounge has late-night dining and such well-known hipsters as Flo Rida. 461 King St. W., (416) 598-4730, brassaii.com Buca Lineups, lots of mingling and Italian food have such famous faces as Gene Simmons turning up for dinner. 604 King St. W., (416) 865-1600, buca.ca
Anything you could possibly need for (stylish) outdoor adventures, including (upmarket) dried food, is sold here. 400 King St. W., mec.ca Riant Boutique This is a trendy store in an increasingly trendy locale. Cynthia Vincent, Rebecca Taylor and Joie are just a few of the popular lines. 35 Bathurst St., riantboutique.com Toronto Antiques on King Find everything from Victoriana to midcentury modern at this 6,000-squarefoot temple of vintage charm. 284 King St. W. Torontoantiquesonking.com Real Sports Apparel This 10,000-square-feet shrine to sports offers jerseys, caps, jackets and more. 15 York St., realsports.ca Best routes: King Street West between University Avenue and Spadina Avenue for theatres and restaurants; Richmond Street West between Spadina Avenue and Simcoe Street for nightclubs.
Home to the Toronto International Film Festival, it also has five cinemas and two restaurants for regular people. 350 King St. W., (416) 968-3456, tiff.net Ripleys Aquarium of Canada Opening this summer, the new aquarium houses a 750,000-gallon shark lagoon, bringing you nose to gill with incredible, 12-foot-long sand tiger sharks. 288 Bremner Blvd., Ripleyaquariums.com/canada The Second City If youre looking for sketch comedy, improv and lots of drinks to help keep the laughs coming, youre in the right place. 51 Mercer St., (416) 343-0011, secondcity.com CN Tower Go straight to the top for one of the best views of the city inside or hang over it in a harness on EdgeWalk. Theres also the rotating 360 Restaurant. 301 Front St. W., (416) 868-6937, cntower.ca
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Roy Thomson Hall The iconic building is an expected stop on any photographers list. Its glass dome is the mood-ring of photo opps, so try shooting it under blue skies, clouds, or at dusk during your trip for different effects.
The Air Canada Centre
Queen St.
Peter St. John St.
The Air Canada Centre
King St.
University Ave. Spadina Ave. Bay St.
Front St.
Church St.
Catch a basketball or hockey game or pick up your favourite bands tour shirt after their concert. 40 Bay St., (416) 815-5500, theaircanadacentre.com Steam Whistle Brewing The Roundhouse Sample great beer and take a tour of the brewery at this former railway yard for steam locomotives. 255 Bremner Blvd., (416) 362-2337, ext. 294, steamwhistle.ca
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Old Town + Distillery District

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Many of Torontos historic buildings remain, but they now accommodate the needs of urban sophisticates. Union Station, St. Lawrence Market, The Esplanade and the Distillery District cater to lovers of food and culture. For condo-size furniture or more elaborate, ornate furnishings, King and Sherbourne is the centre for decor. The Distillery District has art galleries, restaurants, chocolate, clothes and more.
St. Lawrence Market
EAT
Bier Markt
Snap This
Origin
SEE
Yonge St.
Church St.
Jarvis St.
Bay St.
Berkley St. Parliament St.
Flatiron Building Stand on the traffic island at the intersection of Front Street East and Church Street, to catch the buildings narrow end dead centre, and to include the two skyscrapers directly behind it. Then walk behind the building to Berczy Park, and shoot the buildings wider end, with its multi-storey trompe loeil mural.
More than 100 beers from around the world, plus schnitzel and oysters. Groups are easily accommodated. 58 The Esplanade, (416) 862-7575, thebiermarkt.com Soma Chocolate These exquisite handmade chocolates make great gifts or necessary indulgences. 55 Mill St., (416) 815-7662, somachocolate.com Balzacs Coffee This Canadian chain likes locations with historic character and makes great sustainably sourced coffee. The Distillery spot captures that. 55 Mill St., (416) 207-1709, balzacscoffee.com
Small sharing plates of international food keep star chef Claudio Apriles global food bar packed. 107109 King St. E., (416) 603-8009, origintoronto.com
St. Lawrence Market
SHOP
Named the worlds best food market by National Geographic, it has more than 100 food vendors and a Saturday farmers market in the north building. 9295 Front St. E., (416) 392-7120, stlawrencemarket.com
A Taste of Quebec
Check out the glassware, jewellery and ceramics at this gallery/boutique. Or come in summer and enjoy crepes on their patio. 52 Gristmill Lane. atasteofquebec.com Lileo A curated store with sporty designer duds, coffee-table books and a juice bar. 12 Trinity St., lileo.ca Best routes: Begin at St. Lawrence Market (Front Street East at Jarvis Street), then stroll eastward to Parliament before turning south towards Mill Street and the Distillery District.
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Union Station
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The Esplanade St Larwence Market

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Allan Lambert Galleria
Distillery District
Lake Shore Blvd
Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava included the 1845 Bank of Montreal building in this five-storey steeland-glass atrium. 181 Bay St., Brookfield Place Atrium Soulpepper Theatre Founded by well-known Canadian stage actors, theyve created a popular repertory theatre that performs classical plays. 50 Tank House Lane, (416) 203-6264, soulpepper.ca
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Greektown + Leslieville + The Beaches

Meet the neighbours
Photography: Doug Brown (St. Lawrence Market), Clifton Li (Carrot Common), Occasional Toronto (Canada Life Building) Sam Javanrouh (Flat Iron Building), Mintz (Beach)
As former rooming houses and even a local jail disappear, teardowns and renovated homes are creating communities that make Riverdale, Leslieville and The Beaches familynesting destinations. Beaches, parks and ravines attract runners, cyclists, yoga and tai chi practitioners. And the proximity to movie studios and downtown has film-industry types and professionals clamouring to live close to work. Shopping is central to each enclave. The Danforths Carrot Common anchors boutiques and restaurants. Queen Street East at Pape has collectibles and retro clothes, while Queen East at Kew Gardens has cozy, kitschy storefronts.
The Beach Boardwalk
Arts Market
SEE
EAT
Sauvignon
Woodbine
A French restaurant with laid-back atmosphere. It must be the beach effect. 1862 Queen St. E., (416) 686-1998, sauvignonbistro.com Globe Bistro Choose upscale Canadian food and formal dining or the rooftop patio when youre feeling more casual. 124 Danforth Ave., (416) 466-2000, globebistro.com Te Aro A former garage becomes a coffee roastery, giving hipsters and yummy mummies room to mingle. 983 Queen St. E., (416) 465-2006, te-aro.ca The Ceili Cottage Authentic Irish food, church pews and small tables make you swear youre in Galway. 1301 Queen St. E., (416) 406-1301, ceilicottage.com
Browse the wares of over 50 local, indie artists, artisans and craftspeople, all under one roof. 1114 Queen St. E. artsmarket.ca Thrill of the Find This is a treasure trove of second-hand designer labels, including Christian Dior, Pucci and Thierry Mugler. 1172 Queen St. E., thrillofthefind.com
Danforth Music Hall
Carrot Common Best routes: From Broadview and Danforth east to Carlaw, then south to Withrow Park for Riverdale. Broadview and Queen East to Jones for Leslieville. The Beach boardwalk beginning at Kew Gardens shouldnt be missed.
Established in 1919, this beautifully restored Greek town concert hall is an entertainment staple. 147 Danforth Ave., (416) 778-8163, thedanforth.com Alexander the Great Fountain The tiny square is a social focal point in the middle of Greek town. Danforth and Logan avenues, northeast corner Bloor Street Viaduct Built in 1918, Michael Ondaatje portrayed its immigrant workers experiences in his novel In the Skin of a Lion. Bloor Street East near Broadview Avenue Beach Boardwalk You can easily walk for three kilometres on this beautiful stretch of the waterfront. Kippendale Avenue to the Balmy Beach Club, south of Queen East.
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Greenwood Ave.
Broadview Ave.
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Beach Boardwalk The boardwalk provides many photo opps, but one of our favourites is the white clapboard lifeguard station and tower at Kew-Balmy Beach. Beautiful captured on a sunny summer day, with the city skyline in the distance, its even more so with the nostalgia-infused longing of a winter shot, against wind-carved drifts of icy sand and snow.
Greektown Leslieville
Eastern Ave.
SHOP
Gerrard St. Queen St. Lake Shore Blvd.
Negash and Dessa Beautiful, colourful, leather handbags and accessories that could easily be found on the Mink Mile are top sellers at this unique shop. 161 Danforth Ave., negashdesign.com
The Beaches
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The Toronto Music Garden was designed by internationally acclaimed cellist Yo Yo Ma and landscape designer Julie Moir Messerv to be a landscape reflection of Bachs Suite No.1 in G Major for unaccompanied cello, BWV 1007. 245 Queens Quay West, Harbourfront centre.com
A landfill in the early 1800s, then an industrial area with factories, Torontos waterfront has evolved into a vibrant mixed-use community with condos, recreational attractions and dining. Young singles, couples and empty nesters are snapping up addresses along here. Queens Quay Terminal is the central shopping destination in this area, along with Canadian handicrafts at the Centre Shop in The Harbourfront Centre. People also head to the Toronto Islands and Sugar Beach to escape the confines of the city. For a different lifestyle altogether, Toronto Islands 650 residents include independent-minded families who forego a car for a ferry and live a cottage-like existence.
Sugar Beach
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Against the Grain
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Enjoy bistro fare beside Sugar Beach and a relaxing view of the lake and Toronto Islands. 25 Dockside Dr., (647) 344-1562, atgurbantavern.ca Pearl Harbourfront Restaurant Find great Chinese food here, especially the Peking duck, with large round tables for groups. 207 Queens Quay W., (416) 203-1233, pearlharbourfront.ca The Rectory Caf Open all year (check for seasonal hours), the quaint island caf is known for its fantastic tea menu, plus sandwiches, daily soups and salads. 102 Lakeshore Ave., Wards Island, (416) 203-2152, therectorycafe.com
The world-renowned travel outfitters are much-loved by intrepid globetrotters for their crush-proof hats and easy-care, fast-drying clothing. Almost everything is made in Canada. 207 Queens Quay West (Queens Quay Terminal, main floor), Tilley.com Joe Fresh Stylish clothes for him, her and the kids, its also really affordableand Canadian from the founder of Club Monaco, Joseph Mimran. 10 Lower Jarvis St., joefresh.com
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Rent bicycles or rollerblades, or sign up for in-line skating lessons. 249 Queens Quay W., Unit 110, greentourism.ca Best routes: Walk or rent a bike and start at the Spadina WaveDeck. Stroll along the central waterfront until you reach the ferry docks at Harbour Square and head to Centre Island with its grassy parkland, marinas, and rental kayaks. Or hit sleepy Wards Island to get away from it all.
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Devoted exclusively to contemporary visual art, this art gallery commissions major new works by cutting-edge Canadian and international artists. 231 Queens Quay W., (416) 973-4949, thepowerplant.org Museum of Inuit Art Discover the history of Inuit art and extensive sculptures in stone, bone, antler, ivory and ceramic, plus prints, drawings and textiles. 207 Queens Quay W., (416) 640-1571, miamuseum.ca Hanlans Point Beach One of eight Blue Flag beaches in the city, theres a clothing-optional area. Access to Hanlans Point, Toronto Islands via Ferrydocks, 9 Queens Quay W., 416-397-2628
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Change is a constant in this area. Part of the Fort York military garrison in the late 1700s and the centre of manufacturing in the 1800s, this is where people have lived and worked since Torontos founding. From Little Italy and Trinity Bellwoods Park to Ossington, Little Portugal and Liberty Village, quirky commercial districts satisfy local desires. Trend alert! Young urban professionals, many in the media, design and high-tech sectors, come here to enjoy funky hotels, brunch queues, art galleries and industrial-chic decor stores. For home furnishings and indie boutiques, wander Queen Street West between Bathurst and Ossington Avenues. Or head south to The Shops at Liberty Market in Liberty Village on Hanna Ave, south of King Street West.
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The arty boutique hotel serves up locavore-pleasing plates in a casual eatery renowned for Chef Michael G. Smiths multiculti mash-ups like banana bread drizzled with miso-butterscotch. 1214 Queen St. W., 416-531-4635, gladstonehotel.com
signature, including bags by Rebecca Minkoff and jewellery by Elizabeth and James. 753 Queen St. W., a2zane.com
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Simple but tasty thin-crust pizzas, salads and pastas with a low-key scenester vibe, which is likely why Jake Gyllenhaal eats here. 720 Queen St. W., (416) 504-1992, terroni.com Boehmer Natural, organic and local take centre-stage in chef Paul Boehmers elegantly austere space. Sixty-day dry-aged beef comes via Stratfords Chafe Farms. 93 Ossington Ave, (416) 531-3800, boehmer.ca Mildreds Temple Kitchen Upscale, locally sourced, comfort food draws urbanites for brunch, lunch and dinner. 85 Hanna Ave., (416) 588-5695, templekitchen.com Foxley No reservations are taken, but people will wait for Asian fusion and gluten-free tapas-like options and the relaxed atmosphere. 207 Ossington Ave., (416) 534-8520, Rivoli A Queen West institution with Asianinspired food. Comics and bands perform in the back. 332 Queen St. W., (416) 977-5082, rivoli.ca
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Find stylish hand-blocked hats for women and men at this favourite haunt of Toronto actor Rachel McAdams. 462 College St., lilliputhats.com Drake General Store The hotels shop carries all sorts of oddities, including McClures Pickles and a binocular necklace. 1144 Queen St. W., drakegeneralstore.ca Got Style This menswear mainstay has everything the city man needs, from designer denim for the weekend, to spiffy tuxes for that big gala. 60 Bathurst St., gotstylemenswear.com West Elm Sofas, ceramics and pillows from Etsy designers make you want to move in. 109 Atlantic Ave., westelm.com A2Zane Curated accessories are this stores
A cultural hub for Toronto, the broadcasting centre attracts crowds waiting to see mega-stars like Madonna and Justin Bieber. Look up at the buildings east wall, where a CP Breaking News van can be seen crashing through the edifice. 299 Queen St. W., muchmusic.com War of 1812 Memorial This 1906 sculpture of a veteran with a missing an arm shows the horrors of war. It was made by an important Canadian sculptor, Walter Seymour Allward. Victoria Memorial Park, Portland and Niagara streets MOCCA This not-for-profit contemporary art gallery focuses on art that addresses challenging issues and themes. 952 Queen St. W., (416) 395-0067, mocca.ca Perpetual Motion sculpture This giant corkscrew-like sculpture by Chilean artist Francisco Gazitua was inspired by machines that reflected Liberty Villages industrial heritage. Liberty Park at 70 East Liberty St. Best routes: Start at College and Bathurst in Little Italy, then head south down Grace St., which will enter Trinity Bellwoods Park. Stroll through the park to exit onto Queen St. W. Two options: walk east towards Spadina, or head south-west, to Liberty Village (King St. W. and Atlantic Ave.).
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Downtown financial titans and successful professionals retreat to these comfortable neighbourhoods. Home to the elite since the 1800s, today Rosedale, Summerhill, Deer Park and Davisville Village are aspirational addresses. A must for exquisite food is the Markets at Summerhill, which locals call The Five Thieves. Yonge Street from the Rosedale subway north to Woodlawn Avenue is filled with home decor and clothing boutiques. Cozy Mount Pleasant at Belsize has collectibles (antique strip) and home decor, plus costumes, chocolates and childrens books.
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Casa Loma brands, including Current/Elliott and Amanda Uprichard. 1062 Yonge St., shopnyla.ca The Narwhal Come here to snap up Helmut Lang, A.L.C. and Fortnight lingerie. 8 Price St., narwhalboutique.com LAtelier If you need a bronze water fountain, large elephant sculptures or candles, this is your place. 1224 Yonge St. The Little Dollhouse Company This boutique is known for its gorgeous dollhouse kits and fabulous miniatures, including tiny dinner plates loaded with food. 612 Mount Pleasant Rd. thelittledollhousecompany.com Mini Grid Here youll find model cars, motorcycles, planes and everything for obsessed kids of all ages. 608 Mount Pleasant Rd., minigrid.com
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Black Camel
This little place with big pulled chicken and pork sandwiches is always busy. 4 Crescent Rd., (416) 929-7518, blackcamel.ca Patachou Patisserie Ladies and gentlemen who lunch and drink caf au lait patronize this Rosedale institution. 1120 Yonge St., (416) 927-1105, Cava This intimate spot is a haven for foodies that features cuisine from the Iberian Peninsula. 1560 Yonge St., (416) 979-9918, cavarestaurant.ca Il Gelatiere Artisan gelato is made on-site; ingredients include watermelon and beaten egg yolks with marsala wine. 647 Mount Pleasant Rd., (416) 488-2663, ilgelatiere.ca
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Originally a train station in the 1920s, its now a liquor store with an old clock tower and a new fountain serving as a moat. 10 Scrivener Square Summer Hill Coach House In the mid-1800s, Summerhill had only one house and coach house. Now pricey homes, including film director Atom Egoyans, dominate. The original coach house still stands. 36 Summerhill Gardens Casa Loma Secret passages, an 800-foot-long tunnel, towers, stables and sumptuous suites and ballrooms fill the majestic castle built by financier and philanthropist Sir Henry Pellatt in the early 1900s. The five acre public estate is home to gardens and terraces designed in the French and English styles. 1 Austin Terrace, (416) 923-1171, casaloma.org
Mount Pleasant Cemetery Theres nothing morbid about strolling this historic cemeterys leafy, winding trails, a favourite among in-the-know dog lovers, cyclists and runners. In fact, one of the citys popular Discovery Trails wends right through it. Its perfect for autumn leaf photos, as well as local colour: headstones are a multiculti bag of motifs: crosses, Stars of David, dragons, modern art, and so on.
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Ride the world-famous Red Rocket.
From a one-route launch in 1922,Torontos electric trolleys now cover the city via 11 scenic surface routes. Want to go for a ride? Just buy a Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) day pass and hop on and off at your own pace. Here are highlights from three of the most-travelled routes.
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Tapped by National Geographic as one of the worlds top ten streetcar routes, The 501 starts at the edge of Mississaugas waterfront and runs through Torontos retail and political core before ending at the eastern border in the tony Beaches neighbourhood.
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Parkdale
Formerly gritty Parkdale has been reinvented by the restaurants, bars, cafs, galleries and boutiques that have resurrected once-empty storefronts. Its now one of the citys most engaging walking tours. Shops skew toward vintage and local, with nary a big chain. The ethnically diverse community boasts a sizeable Tibetan population, making Parkdale your go-to hood to try momos and other delicacies.
Fashion District
The nexus of Queen and Spadina has its roots in the textile industry. The once countercultural area now hosts familiar fashion-forward chains, as well as condo and loft developments, art galleries, restaurants and cafs. Stroll the alleys on the south side; theyre safe and known for the street art gracing their walls.
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The CP24 news truck crashing out of the east wall of the Bell Media building, home to MuchMusic and CP24. Several storeys above ground, watch for the trucks spinning wheels. 299 Queen St. W.
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Line up early (six-ish) for dinner or miss out. Fans flock for a scenster vibe, including an alfresco extension, and gravitate to the fish tacos. 1330 Queen St. W., (416)-627-3459, grandelectricbar.com Poor Johns Caf Church-pew seats, schoolhouse lighting and exposed-brick walls sporting local art welcome patrons to this casual eatery. The soup-and-sandwich combo is a filling bargain. Choose the devilled egg and Moroccan pea; its standard fare with a surprising twist. 1610 Queen St. W., (647)-435-2688, poorjohnscafe.com Bacchus Roti This spot has the citys best Guyaneseinfluenced roti, including many vegetarian-friendly options. Some claim theres no other roti place in the city that matters. (Try Jamaican-style before deciding.) 1376 Queen St. W., (416)-532-8191 Easy Restaurant Out-the-door lineups confirm brunch excellence, but dinnerperhaps the grass-fed burger or steak and hand-cut friescomes with less of a crowd. 1645 Queen St. W., (416)-537-4893, easyrestaurant.ca
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The Public Butter
Almost equal parts vintage-clothing depot, silk-screen print shop and art gallery, this deceptively large store offers hours of snooping potential. 1290 Queen St. W., thepublicbutter.com Triller Ave and Roncesvalles This section of Queen Street West boasts a killer array of shops for fashion and decor fiends. For classic vintage designer labels, hit Studio 1686. Step into Stella Luna for whimsical throwback fashions. Visit J Dy Antiques and Collectibles and sister location James Dy Antiques and Collectibles to browse furniture and accessories. Queen West Antiques is where city stylists source photo-shoot-worthy finds. qwac.ca Gallery 1313 Formerly a police station, its now an artist-run centre for contemporary Canadian art. Theres a main space, plus three intimate antechambers showing multimedia work from emerging artists. 1313 Queen St. W., g1313.org
Banh Mi Boys
The next generation in Vietnamese fusion subs, cheap and delicious options such as pulled pork and marinated tofu keep this tiny space hopping. Kimchi fries, duck confit salad and a meatball sandwich with tomato hoisin make it worth the wait. 392 Queen St. W., (416)-363-0588, banhmiboys.com Arepa Caf This traditional Venezuelan-style diner offers arepa, grilled cornmeal bread with a choice of such seasoned toppings as chicken, avocado, cumin and annatto. Dont skip dessert; go for sweet potato/plantain. 490 Queen St. W., (416)-362-4111, arepacafe.ca
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New and designer vintage clothing and accessories means prepare yourself for a scavenger hunt. Youll come up with such designer labels as BCBG, Chanel, Lanvin and other classics. 967 Queen St. W., remixclothing.ca Umbra This is the flagship store for contemporary home and officeaccessories: frames, chairs,storage units, decor and more. 165 John St., umbra.com
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The Beaches
Unlike Harbourfront, this lakefront area has been residential since its circa-1800s roots as a wealthy summer playground. Today the commercial offerings concentrated on Queen Street East include specialty shops, boutiques and cafs. But the real attraction here is the foot-, blade- and bike-friendly waterfront, and the neighbourhooddefining boardwalk at the heart of it all.
City Hall The easiest way to capture its curvilinear architecture and Nathan Phillips Square in the same shot is to shoot from the elevated walkway wrapping the public square.
Ground zero for shopping enthusiasts, the downtown core is home to the Eaton Centre, Torontos biggest downtown mall, as well as a number of cultural landmarks, including the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (home to the Canadian Opera Company and the National Ballet of Canada), City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square, plus Bay Streets central business district and restaurants galore.
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Degrassi: The Next Generation fans should head to Queen Street East, between Broadview and Carlaw avenues, to snap an official Degrassi Street street sign.
The up-andcoming family neighbourhood of Leslieville, which sits east of the downtown core and west of the Beaches. The strip of Queen Street just east of the Don River to Coxwell Avenue boasts an array of brunch spots, trendy furniture, decor boutiques and cute little cafs.
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Fresh oysters from both coasts are the main attraction, with five to ten different types daily, including the house oyster, grown on Rodneys own beds off Prince Edward Island. 56 Temperance St., (416)-703-5111, rodneysbybay.com Irish Embassy Enjoy a pint of Guinness in this businessdistrict pub, a popular after-work hotspot due to its fun casual vibe and singles scene. 49 Yonge St., (416)-866-8282, irishembassypub.com
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Body Blitz
A womens-only water spa that goes beyond massages, mud wraps and body scrubs (all available and excellent here) with therapeutic clothing-optional baths. Spend an afternoon moving between the warm saltwater pool, hot green-tea pool and cold plunge pool. 471 Adelaide St. W., (416)-364-0400, bodyblitzspa.com Norman Felix Gallery Contemporary artpaintings, illustrations, sculpturesfrom Canadian artists. The new caf offers delicious healthconscious gluten- and dairy-free baked goods and fresh-pressed juices. 627 Queen St. W., normanfelix.com
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Osgoode Hall, home to the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Law Society of Upper Canada, is surrounded by tall iron gates commonly believed to have been designed to keep livestock off the manicured lawns. More urban legend than truth (the ironwork was designed in the Victorian fashion of the day), the famed cow gates were put to the test in the 1950s, when students triedand failedto sneak in a bovine. 130 Queen St. W.
The Bay The gi-normous flagship HQ of Canadas oldest department-store chain (dated from fur-trade days) is a premier shopping destination with its designer showroom, The Room, plus Topshop, Topman and a bevvy of beauty-department winners. 176 Yonge St., thebay.com Eaton Centre The largest mall in downtown Toronto hosts 230-plus retailers, restaurants and services, including such favourites as Apple, Victorias Secret, Williams-Sonoma, Coach, Club Monaco and Roots. Refuel in the food court or grab a table at one of a handful of quality sit-down restaurants, including Baton Rouge, Mr. Greenjeans Restaurant and Bar and Akashiro. 220 Yonge St., torontoeatoncentre.com
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Hooked (888 Queen St. E., (416)-828-1861) for sustainable seafood or one-night fishmongering classes. Goods and Provisions (1124 Queen St. E., (647)-340-1738) for gastro-pub fare in a former Prohibition-era speakeasy.
They do chicken and beef pot pies, but thats not why people come. Its for the dessert pie; classic apple is the winner. The retro offering (Homemade pie? Who makes that anymore?) is made in an equally retro and visually delicious location. 2305 Queen St. E., (647)-351-1411, thepieshack.ca Gio Ranas Really Really Nice Restaurant Chatty crowds who love Italian food, including the shaved brussels sprouts, flock here. 1220 Queen St. E., (416)-469-5225
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Kew Gardens
The Beaches Annual Jazz Festival takes over this space every summer, but when the partys over, this is a go-to spot for families and kids to picnic, ride their bikes and flop out on the grass. kew.org, beachesjazz.com The Boardwalk Along with the Martin Goodman Trail, the path winds through Ashbridges Bay Park, where youll want to stop for an ice cream or visit the nearby skate park or pretty Woodbine Park.
Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts Catch a performance of the Canadian Opera Company or the National Ballet of Canada inside the countrys first theatre built specifically for opera or ballet. 145 Queen St. W., (416)-345-9595, coc.ca, national.ballet.ca
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The Annex Crowded fusion defines this area, home to a global village of restaurants: Japanese, Korean, Thai, Lebanese, Indian, Mexican, Hungarian and more. The Annex also houses some of the citys biggest cultural markers: Royal Ontario Museum, The Royal Conservatory of Music, The Bata Shoe Museum and the University of Torontos main campus. Luminaries like writer Margaret Atwood and former governor general Adrienne Clarkson call the hood home sweet home.
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The best place to grab a bite when visiting the Art Gallery of Ontario is in surrounding Baldwin Village, the nexus of which is Dundas Street West and McCaul Avenue. Head north to Baldwin Street with its cozy international botes and sun-dappled patios or stay on Dundas Street West for organic lattes at Orange Alert, 298 Dundas St. W., (416)-591-8965, or stand-and-eat crepes at Art Square Caf and Crepe, 334 Dundas St. W., (416)-595-5222.
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Enjoy Cockney calamari or family brunch in this sprawling mega-pub built within three Victorian mansions; its one of the biggest pubs in North America. 14 Madison Ave., (416)-927-1722, madisonavenuepub.com Fresh on Bloor What began as a juice bar with a food-as-medicine philosophy is now an institution. The immune-boosting smoothies are still on offer, but the vegetarian menu has expanded to include signature rice bowls with greens, cheese and proprietary sauces (miso gravy makes everything better). 326 Bloor St. W., (416)-599-4442, freshrestaurants.ca
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This Community centre for faith, justice and the arts offers more than Sunday service. Try the drop-in salsa classes or chamber-music concerts such as the Toronto Consorts Sunday Sampler. 427 Bloor St. W., trinitystpauls.ca Hot Docs Cinema The landmark building is the permanent home of the annual spring Hot Docs film festival (hotdocs.ca) but shows documentary films year-round. Programming series include Family Flicks, Rock Docs and weekends packed with classic Essential Docs. 506 Bloor St. W., bloorcinema.com
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A Different Book List This storied hole-in-the-wall has survived two decades and is brimming with biographies, memoirs and fiction focusing on black Canadians. The children and young adult section is especially robust. Jay-Z: Hip Hop Legend in comic book formhow cool is that? 746 Bathurst St., adifferentbooklist.com
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Torito Tapas Bar Knock back platefuls of small-bite delights, accompanied by cava or sangria in a Kensington Market gem with The New York Times stamp of approval. 276 Augusta Ave., (416)-961-7373, toritotapasbar.com Goldstone Noodle Restaurant, A popular takeout spot where youll find cafeteria-style tables and banquettes in a dining room surrounded by windows. It can get loud, but service is efficient and wait times nearly nonexistent. Try the Lobster Ball Noodle Soup and BBQ Pork On Noodles, both served with sauted Chinese greens. 266 Spadina Ave., (416)-596-(905)3 Dark Horse This mini-chain has developed a cult following across the city. The Spadina location offers a strong dark roast amid comfy seating and fantastic views of Chinatowns hustle and bustle. 215 Spadina Ave., (416)-979-1200, darkhorseespresso.com
Bata Shoe Museum With more than 12,500 artifacts and growing, fashionistas and anthropologists alike should flock to this temple of footwear. 327 Bloor St. W., (416)-979-7799, batashoemuseum.ca
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The strip of Spadina south of College Street was originally Jewish, but waves of Chinese immigration led to big changes. Today the double-wide street is a commercial hub dominated by restaurants, food markets, discount clothing, souvenirs and housewares. The commerce spills onto the sidewalk; street vendors sell everything from bunches of leafy greens to watches and DVDs. A short walk west, neighbouring Kensington Market offers vintage clothing and international cafs.
Harbourfront
The Harbourfront-revitalization project started in the early 1970s and marked the beginning of a transformation thats still going on. This once-industrial area is now a thriving mixed-use publicspace success offering parks, galleries and cultural events. The ferry for the Toronto Islands and to the Billy Bishop Toronto Island Airport is here too.
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Keep your eyes peeled for the elevated sculptures dotting Spadina Avenue. Millie Chens Gateway is the neighbourhoods unofficial sentry: four entangled red dragons at the intersection of Spadina Avenue and Dundas Street. Shirley Yanover and David Hlynskys Home Again, Home Again, featuring a black cat atop a yellow chair, welcomes people to Kensington Market via the Spadina St. Andrew corridor. Spadina Loop
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An Asian general store offering lanterns, bamboo platters and an extensive hardware section, the real foodie draw is the selection of kitchen gadgets, including knives from Global and Henckels. Its a neighbourhood fixture and an excellent place in which to get lost. 360 Spadina Ave., tapphong.com Bungalow Find everything from vintage rock tees to Mad Men-era furniture at this Kensington Market mod shop. 273 Augusta Ave., bungalow.ca
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In Spring 2013, one of the citys leading brewmeisters opens a gastro pub by the lake, with summer-patio seating for 300. 245 Queens Quay W., (416)-504-6882, Amsterdambeer.com Watermark Irish Pub and Restaurant A favourite waterfront spot, which offers sweeping lake views and a passel of beers and ales on tap and by the bottle. 207 Queens Quay W., (416)-214-2772
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Part of the Queens Quay Terminal mall, the museum features exhibits focused on the historic fur trade, hunting, camp life and more. The gallery sells soapstone carvings from Inuit sculptors and artists; small pieces start at about $120, while larger ones go into the thousands. 207 Queens Quay W., miamuseum.ca Harbourfront Centre Watch artisans at work in the glass-blowing studio and jewellery workshop. Displays of finished pieces grace the walls, and a shop sells artisan wares. The grounds also host international food and cultural shows and celebrations summer throughout the fall. 235 Queens Quay W., harbourfrontcentre.com Vineyards Estate Wines Cant make it out to wine country? Pop in for fine Ontario wines from the likes of Peller Estates, Wayne Gretzky Estates, Hillebrand and more. 228 Queens Quay W., (416)-598-8880, vineyardsestatewines.com
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The Power Plant gallery Celebrating 25 years in 2013, this gallery of contemporary art is housed in four main buildings. The space is designed to be an interactive experience and hosts lectures and free workshops. 231 Queens Quay W., thepowerplant.org HtO Park, Torontos Urban Beach Flanked by the boardwalk, this manmade beach doesnt offer swimming but a sand pit, jaunty yellow metal umbrellas, Muskoka chairs and a knockout view of the islands. Its a hit with locals and tourists alike. 339 Queens Quay W., toronto.ca
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Neighbourhood demographics change quicker than street signs can be replaced, which may be why Little Italy and Little Portugal, the College Street enclave flanked by Bathurst and Ossington, seems to have as many sushi bars as it does Mediterranean restaurants. Still, with an Italian expat history going back to the early 1900s, the vibe remains palpable. During Euro and World Cup, this is the centre of the action.
The (Gay) Village

In 1810, Scotsman Alexander Wood, who fled here amid sexual scandal back home, owned the land between Yonge and Jarvis streets from Bloor to Gerrard. He found refuge here, which is what the neighbourhood eventually afforded Torontos gay and lesbian community from the 1960s onward. Queer As Folk was shot in this area thats a hub for Pride Week and other celebrations, including the Gay Arts Cultural Festival, and car-free, pedestrian-friendly Halloweek.
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After 40 years, The Dip is still the go-to place for cheap and cheerful Italian (paninis, pasta and pizza are staples) and good wine to wash it down. Patio dining keeps you in the thick of the College Street West scene. 594 College St., (416)-534-4637, cafediplomatico.ca Dolce Gelato This modern-looking dessert destination serves waffles, crepes and gelato cakes. Order a light dinner, then plan to linger a while. 697 College St., (416)-915-0756, dolcegelato.net Barrada Churrasqueira Locals flock to Barrada for Portuguesestyle charcoal-grilled meats and bacalao, on a bigger-than-big back patio. With 50-inch TVs throughout the space, you know this is the place to catch World Cup soccer. 1000 College St., (416)-539-8239, barrada.ca
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Here youll find used books presented in an easy-to-find and fun-to-explore way. Not crowded or overwhelming, the selection is always changing. The tin ceiling and wood floors make for an interesting space no matter what youre seeking. 468 College St., (416)-531-9911 Soundscapes Forget digital and hit this College Street West mainstay if youre a lover of indie and import music on vinyl or CD. The shop also has a wide array of books and DVDs on music. 572 College St., (416)-537-1620, soundscapesmusic.com
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Byzantium One of the citys first martini bars, this gaybourhood staple offers 90-plus varieties on its extensive cocktail menu. 499 Church St., (416)-922-3859, byz.ca
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Said to have emerged in the early 1970s when the now-defunct Eastwood Theatre started showing Bollywood films, this strip of Gerrard Street offers authentic flavours and family nightlife. In true Indian custom, the streets come alive at dusk, with sidewalks teeming with shoppers, strollers and diners, including young children. Stores blast music, street vendors sell from paan shop entrances, and the beat goes on into the night.
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Former home of the Toronto Maple Leafs (11 Stanley Cups were won here!), historic Maple Leaf Gardens now houses Ryerson Universitys Mattamy Athletic Centre at the Gardens, plus an upscale Loblaws supermarket.
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Downtown Skyline: The northeast corner of Riverdale Park, a short walk north of the intersection of Broadview Avenue and Gerrard Street East, boasts a pretty view of the downtown skyline, including the CN Tower. Dusk shots are prizewinners! Ride the 506 to its Broadview Avenue stop, then head north on foot to the park.
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Officially the Cawthra Square Park, this initiative of The 519 Community Centre provides free outdoor entertainment such as a backyard cinema, summer family dance classes and yoga in the park. 519 Church St., the519.org Woodys Torontos hottest gay bar for over 20 years, this Boystown staple features five bars with nightly DJs, a pool table and a friendly laid-back vibe. 465467 Church St., (416)-972-0887, woodystoronto.com
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A mix of Bollywood, indie art-house and schlocky exploitation flicks entertains film lovers at this urban cinema. 1035 Gerrard St. E., (416)-466-3636, projectionbooth.ca
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Theres plenty of eye candy to be found indoors too.
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Spring in bloom
Toronto Botanical Garden building boasts a glass pavilion topped with a green roof. Contemporary gardens surrounding the building are sized to reflect a typical urban lot and meant to inspire visitors to come up with creative landscape ideas. 4. Gage Park (brampton.ca) Bramptons oldest and leafiest municipal park offers picture-perfect floral gardens offset by a pretty gazebo and fountain. In winter, a skating trail wends its way past the labelled heritage trees, and in warmer weather city festivals, concerts and even a rib fest or two takes place in the verdant park. 5. The Guild (toronto.ca) Located on the edge of the Scarborough Bluffs, The Guild was once a retreat for artists before it became a posh hotel property. The hotel no longer exists, but a unique sculpture garden composed of more than 70 architectural fragments rescued from demolished Toronto buildings is set in a park-like setting. 6. Canada Blooms (canadablooms.com) All of the gardening action isnt outdoors. Canada Blooms (March 15 to 24, 2013) is the nations most prestigious annual garden festival. Now partnering with the National Home Show, the combined event presents more than 700 home and garden vendors. With its display gardens, marketplace and demonstrations, its a seasonal highlight.
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As the chill leaves the air, Toronto greens up. Locals come outdoors en masse to stroll the parks with kids and dogs in tow and lattes and camera phones in hand. Here are some of the best places to take in the spring colours.
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1. Allan Gardens (toronto.ca) In the heart of the city, the pice de rsistance of this six-greenhouse complex is the glass-domed Palm House (circa 1910), where plants from all over the world are displayed. The collection includes orchids, bromeliads and rain forest tropicals, as well as dry-heat-loving desert plants. At this time of year, seasonal plants such as tulips and daffodils supplement the permanent collection. Allan Gardens also has the social-history distinction of being the site of one of Torontos earliest Gay Pride marches. 2. Casa Loma (casaloma.org) Canadas castle, Casa Loma, boasts stunningly beautiful gardens. The property, situated high on an escarpment, offers sweeping views of the city. Formal gardens highlight a variety of perennials and are enhanced by the landscape pool with dancing water fountains. In springtime, the woodland walk takes you through drifts of naturalized spring flowers and an impressive display of rhododendrons. 3. Edwards Gardens and the (edwardsgardens.org) Toronto Botanical Garden (torontobotanical garden.ca) Edwards Gardens in north Toronto is located in a beautiful valley on Wilket Creek. This former estate garden features an impressive rock garden alongside the ravine. Adjacent to Edwards Gardens, the
Tulips in bloom at Gage Park
Sculpture garden in The Guild
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Show, March 27 to 31, 2013, oneofakindshow.com More than 450 Canadian artists and artisans showcase handcrafted fine art, pottery, clothing, food, home furnishings and more. The show has an even bigger Christmas show thats well worth attending if youre in town from Nov. 28 to Dec. 8, 2013. Good Food & Drink Festival, April 5 to 7, 2013, goodfoodfestival.com Celebrity chefs, demo kitchens, food- and beverage-related vendors and tourism operators make for a tasty weekend. Draws and giveaways add extra flavour. Toronto Art Expo, April 11 to 14, 2013, torontoartexpo.com Now a decade old, The Affordable Art Fair features 200 artists and galleries from 12 countries. Performance art and entertainment add to the exuberance of this collectors fair. Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival, April 25 to May 5, 2013, hotdocs.ca More than 150 screenings of films from Canada and abroad are shown here. Hot Docs celebrates 20 years of thought-provoking programming in spring 2013.
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Get outside!
Bask in the citys best outdoor attractions this summer. By Sarah B. Hood
Put on your shades, slap on the sunscreen and enjoy breezy summer fun by the shores of Lake Ontario. Here are some of the citys top must-sees. Wander the waterfront along Queens Quay West, enjoying the whimsical, undulating WaveDecks at Rees, Simcoe and Spadina, or check out the citys newest art park, Sherbourne Common, an intriguing oasis that doubles as a stormwater treatment facility. (waterfronttoronto.ca) Visit Harbourfront Centre for vibrant cultural festivals celebrating international music, dance, food and arts, with an outdoor craft market almost every summer weekend. (harbourfrontcentre.com) Join thousands of Torontonians at east-end Ashbridges Bay beach for gasp-inducing fireworks celebrating Victoria Day (May 24) and Canada Day (July 1). Be astonished by the cavalcade of contemporary arts installations and performances that make up Luminato, June 14 to 23, 2013. (luminato.com) From June 20 to 23, 2013, admire a fleet of magnificent tall ships as they assemble at the Redpath Waterfront Festival to launch their tour commemorating the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. (towaterfrontfest.com) Canoe, bike, blade, stroll or sprawl out on the beach. The Toronto Islands offer as much or as little action as you want. Experience the food, fun and carnival rides at Torontos end-of-summer extravaganza, the Canadan National Exhibition, running Aug. 16 to Sept. 2, 2013 (theex.com).
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Hit the beach! One of Torontos coolest secrets? Weve got our own cottage country in the heart of the city. Stroll the central lakefront to enjoy parks, art, beaches and cafs. Just east of downtown, you can bike, run or stroll the boardwalk in The Beaches. Picnic on the grass or go for a swim; lifeguards are on duty, and Lake Ontarios shoreline is beautifully maintained and Blue Flag approved, meeting strict water-quality and safety criteria.
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Here are some of the ways to keep the fun going on balmy summer nights. By Jane L. Thompson
Attend alfresco theatre with
Shakespeare in High Park (canadianstage.com). Watch free films under the stars with TIFF in the Park. (tiff.net). Catch a few Dusk Dances (duskdances.ca). Support independent theatre at SummerWorks Theatre Festival (summerworks.ca)
and the plays and concerts at Luminato (luminato.com). Hobnob at the after-parties during the Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto, (torontocaribbean carnival.com). Eat at one or more of The Stops Night Markets 27 food stands (thenightmarket. thestop.org) or at Cherry
Beachs T&T Waterfront Night Market (waterfrontnight market.com). Cool off at Alex Duff Outdoor Pool (toronto.ca), which is open until midnight during heat waves. Check out Harbourfront Centre Free Flicks (harbourfrontcentre.com) and City Cinema (ydsquare.ca).
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Fall for the arts

By Kat Tancock
Torontos arts scene kicks into overdrive each fall starting with TIFF. Mid-September, Queen West Art Crawl (queenwest artcrawl.com) offers walking tours, speakers and a show and sale in Trinity Bellwoods Park. Lovers of the written word wont want to miss the one-day The Word on the Street (thewordonthestreet.ca) literary festival in late September. Stay up all night to explore the city as re-imagined by artists during Scotiabank Nuit Blanche (scotiabanknuitblanche.ca) in late September. And at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, September and November launch the new seasons for the Canadian Opera Company (coc.ca) and The National Ballet of Canada (national.ballet.ca), respectively. Halloween brings out the darker side of the cultural scene. In late October, thousands of costumed participants take part in the annual Toronto Zombie Walk (torontozombiewalk.ca) parade of the undead. And film aficionados wont want to miss the Toronto After Dark Film Festival (torontoafterdark.com), also in late October, which features nine nights of sci-fi, horror, cult and action movies. Throughout October, visitors at Canadas Wonderland (haunt.canadaswonderland. com) amusement park brave a roundup of Halloween-themed night rides and scary mazes.
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Photography: Doug Brown (Wave Deck), Daniel Tran (Beaches)
Fall into action
Sporting events abound in autumn, whether you want to take part or just watch. In September, participants in the Oasis Zoo Run (canadarunningseries.com/ zoorun) 10K, 5K or 500-metre cub run make their way past lions, tigers and bears
in pursuit of the finish line. In October, the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon (toronto waterfrontmarathon. com) takes runners on a 42-kilometre tour of city streets and along the shores of Lake Ontario; a half-marathon and 5K are also on offer. Hockey and basketball get into full swing in October as the Toronto Maple Leafs (mapleleafs.nhl.com) and Toronto
Raptors (nba.com/raptors) begin their regular seasons, while the Toronto Argonauts (argonauts.ca) work their way toward the Canadian Football Leagues Grey Cup championship in late November. If youre in town in early fall, you still have a chance to catch a Toronto Blue Jays (bluejays.com) ball game, and the Toronto FC (torontofc.ca) soccer season extends into late October.
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Torontos fall foliage shines brightest in October. Capture those Technicolor images at three of our top autumn-foliage destinations:
1. High Park (highparktoronto.com) is a family-friendly and forested west-end park complete with walking trails, playgrounds, a restaurant and a scenic pond. 2. Just a short ferry ride away, the Toronto Islands (toronto.ca/parks/island) offer spectacular views of island foliage and the citys lakefront. 3. At 10,000 acres, Rouge Park (rougepark. com) is 13 times as large as New York Citys Central Park. Naturalist-guided fall walks allow visitors to fill their memory cards with shots of this awe-inspiring urban wilderness park.
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Winter magic
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Lowes Toronto Christmas Market
Christmas windows at The Bay (hbc.com) on Queen Street. The five picture windows located between Yonge and Bay streets feature animated snapshots of the true meaning of Christmas and stir up childhood memories of visits past. November through December If you think decorating your home for the holidays is tough, imagine decking the halls of a 98-room castle. After dressing eight trees and 11 fireplace mantels in period ornamentation, Casa Loma (casaloma.org) entertains with its annual family events, including Breakfast with Santa, a holiday-themed show and Elves in the Workshop, where little ones decorate gingerbread houses and make their own ornaments. December Need New Years Eve plans? Ring in 2013 at one of the countrys biggest parties, CityTVs New Years
Since its debut in 1995, The Nutcracker (thenutcracker.ca) has become as much a Christmas tradition as decorating the tree and waiting impatiently for Santa. Set in imperial Russia, the National Ballet of Canadas version of the E.T.A. Hoffmann ballet is a feast for the eyes, with stunning sets and awe-inspiring choreography. Mid-December to early January For a European-style market experience, head to the Distillery Historic District for the annual Lowes Toronto Christmas Market
Good-bye exhausting dragon, hello slow-moving snake! Feb. 10, 2013, marks the Chinese New Year and festivities abound throughout the GTA, including LunarFests (lunarfest.org) spectacular Lantern Jungle display from Feb. 8 to 10, the Chinese New Year community celebration and banquet at the Chinese Cultural Centre (cccgt. org) and the 16th Annual Chinese Lunar New Year Food Tours (torontowalksbikes.com). Throughout February Chill out and dip down into the PATH (toronto.ca/ path), the largest underground-shopping complex in the world. Originating in 1900, when the T. Eaton Co. linked its main store at Yonge Street and its bargain annex by tunnels, today the network runs 28 kilometres, covers more than four million square feet of retail and connects more than 1,200 stores, five subway stations, six hotels and a slew of top entertainment spots such as the Hockey Hall of Fame (hhof.com) and the CN Tower (cntower.ca).
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The City of Toronto runs 49 rinks (see the complete list at toronto.ca/ parks or call 416-338-7465). The City Hall rink at Nathan Phillips Square, in the heart of the city, is popular at night due to its shimmering light displays and the beautifully illuminated office towers nearby. (Skate rentals available.) Harbourfront Natrel Rink on Queens Quay West is perched on the edge of Lake Ontario and boasts super-fun DJ nights.
(Skate rentals available.) Set in the heart of Ryerson University and not far from Yonge Dundas Square, the tiny Devonian Pond is an artificial water feature known to students as Lake Devo. Giant boulders provide scenery during winter skates. College Parks Barbara Ann Scott Skating Rink is a hidden gem named after the first Canadian to win Olympic gold for figure skating. High Park has two of the citys
best-kept skating secrets. The first, hidden not far from the parks Bloor Street entrance, sits within a natural setting in the middle of the 398 acres of park. And Grenadier Pond, in the middle of High Park, freezes over. After local residents clear it of snow, it becomes a massive natural rink. (Its not sanctioned by the city, so skate at your own riskand shhh!) Mississauga Celebration Squares outdoor rink is one of the largest in the Greater Toronto Area.
Photography: A Brit & A Blonde (Nathan Phillips, Bay Windows), Doug Brown (Christmas Market)
Winter is hot in the city! With twinkling lights reflecting off the icy streets and shiny shop windows, the festive season turns the city into a glittering urban wonderland. Here are some of the best ways to swing into the season.
(torontochristmasmarket.com). Roam the cobblestone streets while shopping for local handcrafted goods, sampling specialty beers and mulled wine, listening to carollers and enjoying the enchantment of a traditional marketplace, alongside hip contemporary art galleries and boutiques. Late November to mid-December
Eve bash at Nathan Phillips Square (citytv.com/ toronto). The outdoor concert just steps from City Hall features a half-dozen live acts beginning at 10 p.m. and ends with a kicking chorus of Auld Lang Syne some 40,000 voices strong.
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All roads lead to Brampton

By Bill Brioux
With additional research by Jill W. Williams
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Historic Brampton straddles the line between city and country in both geography and culture.
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any commuters use the four 400-series superhighways to get to this community of over half a million people located northwest of Toronto. When they arrive in Canadas 11th-largest city, they discover a historic spot nestled in a sea of green. and national artists are featured in its new spaces, one of which features a sketchbook by world-renowned artist Tom Thomson, who found so much of his inspiration in the Ontario wilderness. Stroll the large downtown concourse known as Garden Square, which is well used throughout the year. During the summer, Shakespeare in the Square brings the Bard to
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42 kilometres (26 miles), approximately 30 minutes from downtown Toronto. Visit tourismbrampton.ca for more information and attractions.
Start your explorations at the recently expanded Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (pama.peelregion.ca), known locally as PAMA. Partially housed in one of the oldest local public buildings, the Peel County Jail (built in Canadas Confederation year of 1867), the gallery is a place where past and future are linked in a variety of displays. Local
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Wooden boardwalk in the forest at Heart Lake Conservation Area
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Brampton in live performances, and the area comes alive on New Years Eve when a stage is set up and such musical acts as rocker Sam Roberts and the band 5440 perform for the crowd.
The cities just west of Toronto offer numerous exciting attractions and activities.
The backdrop of the Square, and the pride of Bramptons revitalized downtown, is the Rose Theatre (brampton.ca/sites/rose-theatre). Now in its seventh season, the 880-seat, multimillion-dollar facility has welcomed such performers as The Pointer Sisters, Joan Rivers and Diana Krall to its stage, as well as touring Broadway productions of shows such as The
Wizard of Oz, A Chorus Line and the Mel Brooks musical Young Frankenstein. Such homegrown performing arts groups as the Peel Panto Players (peelplayers.com) and the Brampton Festival Singers (bramptonfestivalsingersinc. org) frequently put on shows for local fans. Downtown is also where the annual Brampton Global Jazz and Blues Festival (artofjazz.org) gets toes tapping. The third venture is scheduled for August of 2013, with performances at Garden Square and the Rose Theatre, as well as a number of downtown restaurants and the newly expanded Bramalea City Centre mall (bramaleacitycentre.ca). The festival has quickly gained A-list attention with headliners in its first two years, including Bobby McFerrin, Dr. John and Branford Marsalis, with McFerrin contributing to jazz workshops. World cuisine and a roster of jazz film screenings round out the festivities. Bramptons core continues to make history:
its annual Santa Claus Parade (bramptonsantaclausparade.com) was one of the first in Ontario to be held in the evening and is believed to have inspired other municipalities to do their ho-ho-ho-ing after dark too. Meanwhile, Carabram, the annual multicultural festival, is now in its 31st year. The more recent Flower City Parade (brampton. ca) is an opportunity for Brampton to show off its roots.
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If walking in nature is your thing, youve come to the right place. The Heart Lake Conservation Area (trca.on.ca), so named for the shape of the lake, is spring-fed and part of the Etobicoke Creek watershed. Its blissfully removed from the hustle and bustle, an oasis of nature and even a fishermans paradise, since its stocked with hundreds of rainbow trout each year. Walking the trails
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Bramptons green spaces include golf courses galore. With roughly two dozen private, semi-private and public courses within city limits or a short drive away, its easy to hit the links when youre in town. Here are five top-flight options that are open to the public and offer equipment rentals.
Lionhead Golf & Country Club

Try your hand at the Florida-style Masters course or kick up your game with the ber-demanding Legends course, which wends its way through steep rolling terrain and wooded ravines. Both championship courses offer stellar views and lots of water. golflionhead.com
Peel Village Golf Course

Constructed on the flood plain surrounding Etobicoke Creek, this formidable nine-hole course sits in the heart of a natural wildlife sanctuary and has been recognized for its environmental stewardship by the National Audubon Society. Its characterized by a mix of tree-lined doglegs and water hazards. brampton.ca
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along the banks and into the woods is picturesque in the fall, when the leaves are ablaze with colour. Take advantage of canoe rentals to explore by water. Similar back-to-nature experiences are available in Bramptons west end at Eldorado Park (brampton.ca), the citys oldest, where an amusement park once flourished and the areas last outdoor public swimming pool exists. The Credit River snakes its way through the park, attracting local bird and animal life, plus picnickers. Perhaps the most insider-secret waterfront, however, is Professors Lake (brampton.ca), tucked within a residential community just east of the new Brampton Civic Hospital. The lake may be ringed with houses, but it offers public access, as well as a beach and boat-rental area. Its a favourite stop for ducks and geese, not to mention families with kids toting fishing rods.
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For those seeking higher-octane thrills, Brampton has other charms. For example, theres Wild Water Kingdom (wildwaterkingdom.com), Canadas largest water park, with 100 acres of water slides, pools and lazy rivers, plus a saltwater tidal-wave pool. Theres even an indoor sports complex, mini golf and a state-of-the-art drive-in movie theatre. The Powerade Centre (poweradecentre. com) is home of the Brampton Battalion, the resident Ontario Hockey League team. See future NHL stars in action from the 5,000seat arena, which will serve as the wrestling venue for the 2015 Pan American Games. As mayor (and chief booster) Susan Fennell says, From natural retreats to a cultural and historic downtown, popular sporting events and top-notch entertainment, Brampton has everything a visitor needs. All roads lead there, so why not go along for the ride?
Castlemores nine holes have a reputation for putting a premium on the shotmanship of the players, with tight fairways, small greens and plenty of water to get caught in. castlemore.com
Turnberry Golf Club

Short but mighty sums up this 18-hole, 3,408-yard course, which was painstakingly sculpted and landscaped out of a former gravel quarry. The dune-heavy course offers 16 par-3 and two par-4 holes. turnberrygolf.ca
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Parkshore Golf Club

Ontarios longest nine-hole course stretches over a scenic 3,600 yards. Six large ponds, a winding creek and 44 bunkers keep things challenging for all levels of play. parkshoregolf.ca
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Only in Mississauga!
15 awesome things to discover, explore and devour.
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Mississaugas lakefront village is a relaxing retreat within the city, a pedestrian-friendly enclave of restaurants, boutiques and a scenic boardwalk. Situated on the shores of Lake Ontario, Lakefront
Promenade Parks walking and cycling trails beckon. Cool off with a scoop of green-apple sorbetto, one of some three-dozen flavours on offer at Amici Caf & Gelateria on Hurontario. portcredit.com
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Catch such performers as the Mississauga Symphony and Mississauga Festival Choir on the main stage at Celebration Square during Culture Days on the Square.
2. Celebration Square
Just two years old, Celebration Square is adjacent to Mississauga City Hall and spans 6.6 acres. The beautifully revitalized civic square doubles as a state-of-the-art multimedia destination complete with amphitheatre and an interactive water feature that transforms into the citys largest skating rink each winter. The community hub hosts more than 90 free public events, performances and activities annually, including Culture Days on the Square and the Mosaic South Asian Heritage Festival. mississauga.ca
of local arts festivals traditionally held at the end of September. Catch such performers as the Mississauga Symphony and Mississauga Festival Choir on the main stage at Celebration Square before heading to the upper and lower squares, where families can find hands-on, kid-friendly activities. Sept. 27 to 29, 2013; culturedays.ca
6. Mosaic South Asian Heritage Festival

This multidisciplinary summer festival brings a glittering roster of arts and entertainment superstars to Celebration Square and the city centre; past headliners have included Bollywood heavyweight Shafqat Amanat Ali Khan and Britains Stereo Nation. Dance, visual arts, film and musicplus midway rides and food standspepper this all-ages celebration of Canadas cultural diversity, with representation from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives and beyond. Aug. 16 to 17, 2013; cre8iv80studio.com
4. The Mississauga Waterfront Festival

This annual festival draws more than 65,000 people to the shores of Lake Ontario to enjoy live performances by such well-known Canadian musicians as Sam Roberts, Jann Arden and Chantal Kreviazuk. Kids can head to the Family Fun Village for a multitude of hands-on activities, carnival rides and water shows. June 14 to 16, 2013; themwf.com
7. Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle

Port Credits weekend jazz-and-blues festival takes place in early September, uniting the likes of Dr. Hook, Elvin Bishop and Mavis Staples on multiple stages in balmy Memorial Park. Dont miss the artisan village, food trucks and beer gardens or the Saturday street party on Lakeshore Road. Sept. 6 to 8, 2013; southsideshuffle.com
5. Streetsville Founders Bread & Honey Festival

Streetsville is a quaint historic village amalgamated within Mississauga proper. For the last 40 years, the Streetsville Founders Bread & Honey Festival, named in honour of the local mills and apiaries, has been the communitys benchmark family outing, well-loved for its petting zoo, musical performances, carnival rides and popular Bread & Honey Parade. June 7 to 9, 2013; breadandhoney.com
3. Culture Days on the Square

Staging 70-plus events over three days, Culture Days on the Square represents Mississaugas participation in this national volunteer-driven series
8. Fishing on the Credit River

Drop a line into the Credit River, known for its excellent catch-and-release opps, for Chinook salmon, plus rainbow (steelhead), brook and brown trout, thanks to the conservation work of local
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anglers. The stretch of river between Norval and Streetsville is legendary for non-stop steelie strikes during the month of May. Check online for current fishing regulations. craa.on.ca
9. Carassauga
Enjoy the sounds, spectacles and perennialfavourite food booths from more than 64 different countries at this popular multicultural festival that tips its hat to the Greater Toronto Areas ethnic diversity. For those 12 and under, the Kids Zone offers fun games, crafts and entertainers. May 24 to 26, 2013; carassauga.com
10. Doors Open Mississauga

This free event gives the general public access to the areas heritage treasures, many of which are unsung. Join a guided tour of the central library and visit the Canadian rare-book collection, then stop by the Kids Zone, located in the librarys childrens department, for a reading. Lucky tots may bump into belovedor fearedliterary characters such as the Queen of Hearts. Sept. 28, 2013; doorsopenontario.on.ca
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11. Lakeview Golf Course

Putt 18 holes at the two-time home of the Canadian Open golf tourney. Its location in Port Credit ensures beautiful Lake Ontario fairway vistas. This 100year-old public course is an officially designated Ontario Heritage Site. If you work up an appetite on the links, you can choose fare from the full-menu clubhouse lounge or the grab-and-go halfway house. mississauga.ca/portal/discover/golf
12. Square One Shopping Centre

With more than 360 shops and service providers, Mississaugas biggest mall has something for everyone from fashion hounds to tech fiends. Navigating this gargantuan space can be overwhelming for newbies, so download the Square One Shopping Centre app to your Android, iPhone or BlackBerry. Soon youll be mapping your route from Coach to Michael Kors, with a Whole Foods Market caf break in between, just like a local. shopsquareone.com
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13. Animated tree art

Dead trees reincarnated as public street art? Yes: Under a community beautification program overseen by the City of Mississauga, local artists transformed damaged or dying city trees into striking carved-animal totems, including a blackbird, Canada goose, raccoon and eagle. cultureonthemap.ca
14. Living Arts Centre

This 225,000-square-foot performance venue/ gallery/art-education centre is a hub for all things creative. Where else can you catch a performance by the likes of singer Jully Black or the Mississauga Symphony and improve your flame-working skills at a one-day glass-making workshop? livingartscentre.ca
15. Stage West Theatre Restaurant

Laugh, cry and enjoy a second helping at the buffet at this old-school dinner theatre at the Ramada Plaza Hotel. The 2013 lineup brings Love Train (until Feb. 10), Fiddler on the Roof (Feb. 14 to April 21), Avenue Q (April 25 to June 30) and Shout! A Swinging 60s Sensation (July 4 to Sept. 8) to this popular local attraction. stagewest.com
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heres a reason why, more than 150 years after the precedent was set, tightrope walker Nik Wallenda took up the gauntlet thrown down by The Great Blondin, who was the first to walk across Niagara Falls on a tightrope in 1859. Like the dreamers before him, Wallenda was compelled by the iconic majesty of the Falls, tackling it successfully in 2012 in a feat followed by millions around the globe. Over the years, the attractions have been spiffed up for new generations, just as the
profile of Niagaras nearby wine region has grown, but ultimately, its appeal is timeless. A sampler plate of the finest attractions is best enjoyed via rental car; heres how to split up your day and night.
A.M.: Hit the Falls
There are plenty of ways to do Niagara Falls. The oldest and most traditional is to don a blue rain slicker and board the Maid of the Mist (maidofthemist.com), the iconic boat that has been traversing the Niagara River
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The Niagara Wine Region is home to more than 50 wineries, most of which offer tours and many with ambitious restaurants to boot.
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1. The setting of a Top Chef Canada season finale cook-off, the Peller Estates dining room is renowned for chef Jason Parsons creativity with local ingredients, including pickerel, goose and rabbit. In September and October, join the celebrity chef/TV personalitys interactive Art of Wine & Food tutorials. peller.com 2. February is Vintage Month at Vineland Estates Winery, with complimentary wine and food samplings on the weekends and special seasonal menus by chef Justin Downes. In October, Harvest Celebration Weekend features grape tastings and a cornucopia of multi-course lunches and dinners using seasonal ingredients that have been locally sourced. vineland.com 3. Chef Frank Dodd at Trius Winery at Hillebrand uses ingredients grown in the same soil as the grapes. Such seasonal
festivities as farmers market brunches, harvest table lunches and a barrel-cellar farm feast keep it interesting if and when the wine talk lags. triuswines.com 4. 13th Street Winery has a small but sweet bakery caf, just the place to enjoy a glass of the vineyards 13 Below Zero Riesling with a slice of Niagara-grown fruit pie made by Joanne Lenz of nearby Whitty Farms. 13thstreetwinery.com 5. At Strewn Winery, foodies can have a hands-on approach by taking a cooking class or let the chef do the work at its Terroir La Cachette. strewnwinery.com 6. From blendyour-own events to tutored tastings, the International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration is a multi-winery exploration of the wine for all seasons and reasons. Raise a glass July 19 through 22, 2013. coolchardonnay.org
since 1846. Another option is to book a seat on the Whirlpool Aero Car (whirlpooljet. com), which offers white-knuckle jet-boat tours of the Niagara Rivers Class V rapids. It operates between mid-June and early September and offers a choice of Wet Jet and Jet Dome rides; choose depending on whether or not you packed a change of clothes. For a multi-sensory thrill, try the new Niagaras Fury: The Creation of the Falls (niagarasfury.com). Feel the full wrath of
Along the way youll stop at local wineries to sample characteristic Niagara wines and specialty foods
Mother Nature as you stand on a platform that tilts and shakes while the temperature dips. Youll experience 10,000 years in about 15 minutes of sensory overload! Or stand in the mist, right at the brink of the Horseshoe Falls, with Journey Behind The Falls (niagaraparks.com). If you prefer to stay dry, take a scenic flight via Niagara Helicopters (niagarahelicopters.com). Or try out the Niagara SkyWheel (cliftonhill.com); on this gigantic Ferris wheel in the Clifton Hill area, the glass pods are air-conditioned in summer and heated in winter.
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Fuel up on gastropub fare at Niagara Falls Syndicate Restaurant & Brewery (syndicatebrewery.ca). The lunch menu offers locally
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sourced Niagara Greenbelt produce and features culinary highlights such as duckconfit poutine and a lager-spiked burger on brioche. Get in and out fast, or book a brewery tour and tasting if you can spare an extra hour or two.
P.M.: Indulge at Niagara-on-the-Lake
Head to scenic Niagara-on-the-Lake and join Zoom Leisure Bikes (zoomleisure. com) for a pedal-powered winery tour. The bike-tour company provides the wheels and traverses wine country at a leisurely pace, covering 15 to 20 kilometres over the course of three-and-a-half hours. Along the way youll stop at local wineries to sample characteristic Niagara wines and specialty foods andif you can limit yourself to what
fits in your bike basketbuy a bottled souvenir or two. If cycling isnt your thing try Niagara Vintage Wine Tours (niagaravintagewinetours.com), a driving tour offering daily scheduled excursions or customized private tours. Aprs-tour, reward your exertions at the spa. For more vino immersion, book a Divine Red Wine Wrap at the Shaw Club Hotel & Spa (niagarasfinest.com) in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Your indulgence begins with a grape exfoliating scrub followed by a warmed wine-hydrating mask. While your grape wrap is working its wonders, your therapist will give you a gentle scalp massage, then finish by applying a hydrating cabernet body balm. If white is more to your liking, opt instead for the White Muscat Grape Body Wrap.
DINNER
Return to Niagara Falls for dinner. Sterling Inn & Spas AG Inspired Cuisine (agcuisine.com) highlights local ingredients such as Cro Farms quail, Quiet Acres Farm peaches and Wellington County beef. The daily changing three-course Fields, Forks & Corks menu is offered with or without complementary Niagara region wine.
NIGHT
End your day as you began it: taking in the mighty Falls. After dark theyre illuminated with powerful mood lighting, and theres a seasonal razzle-dazzle fireworks extravaganza. The best place to enjoy the view is from the R5 lounge in the Fallsview Casino Resort (fallsviewcasinoresort.com/dining), with cocktail in hand.
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Hit the road and explore the hidden treasures of southern Ontario.
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(catch22grill.com) is a TripAdvisor favourite. Locally farmed ingredients pepper a menu heavy on populist hits: steak, pasta, seafood and a different featured burger every day.
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The drive: 165 km (102 miles); approximately 2 hours from Toronto) What we love: National Geographic Travel editors recently chose Muskoka as the No. 1 summer destination in the world for its 1,600 lakes, granite cliffs carved out of the Canadian Shield and artistically gnarled pine trees. Eat local: Rub shoulders with such high-profile guests as Goldie Hawn and Kate Hudson at Rosseau Grill at Windermere House. (windermerehouse.com)
1. Manitoulin Island
The drive: 558 km (346 miles); approximately 7 hours from Toronto What we love: With its status as the largest freshwater island in the world, Manitoulin Island attracts adventure enthusiasts year-round for such outdoor fun as hiking and biking in summer and ice fishing and snowmobiling in winter. Eat local: A flower-bedecked farmhouse-turnedlocal eatery, The Gardens Gate (manitoulin-island. com/gardensgate) is known for its creative use of local ingredients.
The drive: 160 km (99 miles); approximately 2 hours from Toronto What we love: Nestled between Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment, Blue Mountain (bluemountain.ca) is a ski-and-snowboard mega-resort destination. But it also has plenty of green-season sports to keep fitness freaks happy: a mountain-bike park, an indoor-outdoor aquatic park and an adventure park with a Timber Challenge high-ropes course. Eat local: Blue Mountain Villages Kaytoo (kaytoo. ca) offers an array of local ingredients from across Canada: B.C. salmon, Alberta beef, Saskatoonberry pie, Manitoba bison, Ontario pork, Montreal smoked meats and East Coast lobster. Canadian campfire smores end the meal on a sweet note.
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6. Ottawa
The drive: 450 km (280 miles); approximately 4 hours from Toronto What we love: As Canadas capital, this dynamic city with more than one million residents is always buzzing. Visit Parliament Hill or one of the many national museums, galleries and theatre companies, or take in the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Eat local: Try Byward Markets Courtyard Restaurant (courtyardrestaurant.com) for its brunch Green Eggs and Ham, featuring eggs from local farmer John Bekings. Or hit Domus Caf (domuscafe.ca), where chef John Taylor was one of the first to embrace regional, seasonal cuisine in Ottawa. Salads are tossed with local farmer/ character Crazy Daves greens, and flatiron steaks feature beef from OBriens Farms.
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2. Tobermory
The drive: 297 km (184 miles); approximately 4 hours from Toronto What we love: Calling all divers, hikers, kayakers, golfers and art lovers: Hike the majestic cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment or scuba dive along Fathom Five National Marine Park. Eat local: Try the Georgian Bay whitefish prepared three ways at the Grandview Dining Room (grandview-tobermory.com) overlooking the bay. For a more casual atmosphere, follow the locals to The Fish & Chip Place (thefishandchipplace.com).
4. Wasaga Beach
The drive: 133 km (83 miles); approximately 2 hours from Toronto What we love: With its 14 kilometres of white sand, Wasaga Beach has drawn summer visitors to the shores of Nottawasaga Bay for more than a century. Nearby golf courses, bike paths, hiking trails and cross-country skiing and snowmobile routes keep people busy year-round. Eat local: Catch 22 Fresh Market Grill
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The drive: 216 km (134 miles); approximately 2 hours from Toronto What we love: Ontarios newest wine region makes a great excursion, with award-winning wineries and chowhound-pleasing eateries and artisan food producers. The Globe and Mail newspaper recently named the region the Gastronomic Capital of Canada. Eat local: East & Main Bistro (eastandmain.ca), a top choice among Toronto chefs, had the smart idea to pair luxury comfort food with fresh local ingredients. Owners Kimberly and David do it right.
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The drive: 133 km (83 miles); approximately 1 hours from Toronto What we love: Take a carriage ride through the Old Town or boat up the Niagara River. Then golf, sip and shop your way through what is often referred to as the loveliest town in Ontario. Eat local: Executive chef Jason Parsons, who works with winemaker Lawrence Buhler to showcase wines in his seasonal menus, leads Zagat winner Peller Estates Winery Restaurant (peller.com).
Eat local: The wine list at Monticello Grille House & Wine Bar (monticello.ca) puts Niagara wines front and centre. Sip your way through the offerings and enjoy with great nibbles from the antipasto bar. For best value for the money, its tough to beat the $20 grand buffet at Fallsview Casino (fallsviewcasinoresort.com).
ca/chocolatetrail/chocolatetrail)20 shops offering everything chocolate, from biscotti to chocolate mint tea provides the ultimate sweet finish.
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9. Niagara Falls
The drive: 129 km (80 miles); approximately 1 hours from Toronto What we love: Niagara Falls never fails to amaze, and new attractions pop up regularly. Go old-school and take a boat ride on the Maid of the Mist. Get wild with a jet-boat tour at the whirlpool. Or stroll through 40 gorgeous hectares of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens.
The drive: 149 km (92 miles); approximately 2 hours from Toronto What we love: The towns architecture reflects the prosperity and grandeur of its Victorian past, while the Stratford Shakespeare Festival (stratfordfestival.ca) attracts visitorsand stage talentfrom across Canada. Eat local: At Rundles (rundlesrestaurant.com), a favourite pre-theatre spot among locals, choose the River Room for formal dining or the Garden Room to try chef Neil Baxters take on casual French haute cuisine. The Chocolate Trail (visitstratford.
11. Point Pelee

The drive: 360 km (224 miles); approximately 4 hours from Toronto What we love: As Canadas southernmost tip, Point Pelee is celebrated for its world-renowned bird sanctuary and has captivated visitors who marvel at the migration of birds and butterflies. Eat local: First sip, then dine, at Pelee Island Winery (peleeisland.com), renowned for its Pinot Noir, where an in-depth look at the winemaking process is followed by a how-to session on wine and food pairing.
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AIRPORT 411 Toronto Pearson International Airport (code YYZ) is the main point of landing for most domestic and international flights. Toronto Pearson is 27 kilometres west of the city and about a half-hour drive from downtown. To get from Pearson to downtown, you can: 1. Hire a taxi or airport limo: Look for the lineup signs for limos. The average cost into the city is about $50. 2. Catch a shuttle bus: Many hotels offer airport shuttles, so check whether yours does. 3. Ride the Airport Express, a luxury bus service connecting Toronto Pearson to downtown Toronto: Each bus boasts leather seats and Wi-Fi capability, with direct service to seven downtown hotels, as well as the U of T campus, starting at $26.95 one-way and $40 round-trip. torontoairportexpress.com. 4. Rent a car: Youll find major car-rental outfits at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, open daily from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. Avis, 1-800-TRY-AVIS Budget, 1-800-268-8900 Dollar/Thrifty, 1-800-THRIFTY Hertz, 1-800-654-3131 National/Alamo, 1-877-222-9075 Find detailed directions to the city on torontopearson.com. 5. Take public transit: Youll save money if you take the Toronto Transit System (TTC). Catch the 192 Airport Rocket bus to Kipling subway station or the 58A Malton bus to Lawrence West subway station. You can then link to the subway line servicing the downtown core. ttc.ca. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (code YZT), located on the Toronto Islands, services domestic, chartered and select U.S. flights. Billy Bishop is a short ferry ride from Torontos Harbourfront district, then mere minutes from downtowns taxis and public transit. TRAVELLING BY BUS The Toronto Coach Terminal is the main inter-city bus depot, located downtown at 610 Bay St. (416)-393-7911, torontocoachterminal.com. GO Transit buses service inter-region travel in and around the Greater Toronto Area. The GO Transit hub is located at 140 Bay St. (at Front St., just east of Union Station). Call (416)-869-3200 for more information or visit gotransit.com.
TRAVELLING BY TRAIN All trains arrive and depart from Union Station (65 Front St. W.). VIA Rail handles most of Canadas inter-city routes and connects to the U.S. via Amtrak. The Amtrak/VIA Maple Leaf route runs from New York City to Toronto daily and takes around 12 hours, depending on the border wait. For more information: 1-888-VIARAIL and viarail.ca; 1-800-USA-RAIL and amtrak.com. GO Transit trains service inter-region travel in and around the Greater Toronto Area. The green-and-white trains operate from Union Station. Call (416)-869-3200 for more information or visit gotransit.com. For general station information, call the Travellers Aid Society of Toronto at (416)-366-7788. EXPLORING THE CITY By Toronto Transit Commission (TTC): With four lines and 74 stops, Torontos subway system is easy to navigate. Maps are on all subway cars and available at station ticket booths. Subway stops connect to streetcar or bus routes throughout the city and extend to the GTA (hold on to your paper transfer for free connections). Single fare is $3 for adults, $2 for students/seniors and 75 cents for children; keep in mind that drivers dont provide change. You can save money by buying blocks of tokens or a one-day or one-week transit pass. Single-day passes cost $10.50 and allow unlimited rides from the start of service until 5:30 the following morning. On weekends and statutory holidays, the $10.50 day pass includes unlimited travel for a group of up to six people with a maximum of two adults. Weekly passes, valid from Monday to Sunday, cost $37.50 for adults and $29.75 for students/seniors. Visit ttc.ca or call (416)-393-INFO for more information. By GO Transit: For routes out of Toronto into neighbouring suburbs, check GO Transit bus and train schedules at gotransit.com. By regional transit: Visiting Mississauga? Go to mississauga.cas Click n Ride route planner, punch in your origin and destination, and the website will map out your best route. For travel in Brampton, visit Brampton Transit at brampton.ca and click Residents, then Services, for route info.
By taxi: Toronto has numerous cab companies, and all charge the same base rate of about $4, plus $1.60 per kilometre or 50 cents a minute. The easiest cab number to remember is (416)-TAXICAB, which connects you to all taxi and airport-limo companies. By bike: Renting a bike is easy. Keep an eye peeled for automated BIXI bike stands throughout the city. BIXI rentals are ideal for shorter rides and a great alternative to taxi jaunts. Grab a bike at one stand, then return it to another. Visit toronto.bixi.com for locations, and toronto. ca for a Toronto cycling map. By foot: Toronto is a safe and walkable city. Look for trails throughout the parks, gardens and beaches; routes are outlined at toronto.ca. Explore the PATH system, a navigable maze of underground walkways and shopping arcades that runs beneath the downtown core. The 28-kilometre PATH connects five subway stations, six major hotels and several attractions, including Union Station, Roy Thomson Hall, The Air Canada Centre, the CN Tower, the Eaton Centre and City Hall. Maps are available at toronto.ca.
TOURIST INFO + SERVICES Visit the Ontario Travel Information Centre at Atrium on Bay (20 Dundas St. W.), immediately north of the Eaton Centre. You can also find visitor information about Toronto in a new information centre on the southeast quadrant of Nathan Phillips Square, at the corner of Queen and Bay streets. Or stop by the tourist information booth at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building on Front Street), or the tour and information desks at Queens Quay Terminal at the foot of York Street. GET INSIDER ADVICE The Toronto Greeter Program and the TAP into TO initiative will send a volunteer to welcome visitors. By pairing guests and greeters with similar interests, the program offers newcomers a chance to connect with Torontoand Torontonianson a personal level and tap into the pulse of the city. Call (416)-33-TAPTO for more info. MORE QUESTIONS? Call 311 for personal assistance with city-related questions and non-emergency services, 24/7.
TRAVEL AID Confused? Need assistance? Travellers Aid Society of Toronto (TAS) provides information on local transportation, attractions, current and future events and accommodations, as well as emergency assistance in travel-crisis situations, at counters at Toronto Pearson International Airport, Union Station and Toronto Coach Terminal. You can also call (416)-366-7788 and visit travellersaid. ca. Travellers Assistance Services of Toronto is a non-profit volunteer organization providing free tourist and referral information and assistance to Toronto visitors. Booths are run by volunteers at Union Station, Toronto Coach Terminal and Toronto Pearson International Airport. Call (647)-808-0098 (info) and (905)-676-2868 (Airport Terminal 1) or visit travellersassistance.ca.
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2013 EVENTS
January Toronto International Boat Show January 12 20 torontoboatshow.com Interior Design Show January 24 27 tidfonline.com Winterlicious January 25 February 7 toronto.ca/special_event
April TIFF Kids International Film Festival April 9 21 Sprockets.ca Hot Docs Film Festival April 25 May 5 hotdocs.ca Creativ Festival April 26 27 csnf.com
June continued
Luminato June 14 23 luminato.com Flower City Parade Mid-June brampton.ca North America Cup Horse Race Mid-June woodbineentertainment.com Mississauga Waterfront Festival Mid-June themwf.com Taste of Little Italy Mid-June tasteoflittleitaly.ca
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May Scotiabank Contact Photography Festival May 1 31 scotiabank contactphoto.com Goodlife Fitness Toronto Marathon May 5 runtronto.com Carassauga: Mississaugas Festival of Cultures May 24 26 carassauga.com Doors Open Toronto May 25 26 toronto.ca/doorsopen Unionville Village Festival May 31 June 2 unionvillefestival.com
Canadian International Auto Show February 15 24 autoshow.ca Beaches BIA Family Day Festival February 18 beachesbia.com
March Canada Blooms: The Toronto Flower & Garden Festival March 15 24 canadablooms.com National Home Show March 15 24 nationalhomeshow.com St. Patricks Day Parade March 17 topatrick.com Canadian Music Fest March 19 24 canadianmusicfest.com One of a Kind Spring Show & Sale March 27 31 oneofakindshow.com
June 40th Anniversary Streetsville Founders Bread and Honey Festival Beginning of June breadandhoney.com CFC Worldwide Short Film Festival June 5 10 worldwideshortfilmfest.com Woofstock June 8 9 woofstock.ca North by Northeast Music and Film Festival June 10 16 nxne.com 2012 Waterfront Blues Festival June 14 16 waterfrontblues.ca
Pride Toronto June 21 30 pridetoronto.com
TD Toronto Jazz Festival June 20 29 torontojazz.com Redpath Toronto Waterfront Festival June 22 23 towaterfrontfest.com Toronto International Dragon Boat Race June 22 23 dragonboats.com Queens Plate End of June woodbineentertainment.com
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July August October Scotiabank Nuit Blanche October 5 scotiabanknuitblanche.ca Toronto International Flamenco Festival October 13 19 torontoflamencofestival.com Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon October 20 torontowaterfront marathon.com International Festival of Authors October 24 November 3 readings.org Halloween on Church October 24 31 churchwellesleyvillage.ca
Canada Day July 1 toronto.ca/special_events Canada Day in Mississauga July 1 mississauga.ca Corso Italia Toronto Fiesta Beginning of July torontofiesta.com Salsa on St. Clair Beginning of July tlntv.com Toronto Fringe Festival July 3 14 fringetoronto.com Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition July 5 7 torontooutdoorart.org Summerlicious July 5 21 toronto.ca/summerlicious
Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Parade August 3 torontocaribbean carnival.com Tennis Canada Rogers Cup August 3 11 rogerscup.com Pilaros Taste of the Danforth August 9 11 tasteofthedanforth.com Brampton Global Jazz & Blues Festival Mid-August artofjazz.org Canadian National Exhibition August 16 September 2 theex.com Mosaic South Asia Heritage Festival of Mississauga August 16 17 communityart.ca Scotiabank BuskerFest August 23 26 torontobuskerfest.com
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November Royal Agricultural Winter Fair November 1 10 royalfair.org The Santa Claus Parade End of November thesantaclausparade.ca
September
Cavalcade of Lights November 23 toronto.ca/special_events One of a Kind Christmas Show & Sale November 28 December 8 oneofakindshow.com
Honda Indy Toronto July 11 14 hondaindytoronto.com Beaches International Jazz Festival July 19 28 beachesjazz.com
Toronto International Film Festival September 5 15 tiff.net Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle Blues & Jazz Festival September 6 8 southsideshuffle.com JFL42 Toronto End of September www.jfl42.com The Word on the Street End of September thewordonthestreet.ca
December Lowes Toronto Christmas Market at the Distillery District November 29 to December 15 torontochristmasmarket.com New Years Eve at Nathans Phillips Sq. December 31 toronto.ca/special_events
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You moved here from Winnipeg more than 25 years ago. What changes have you found the most intriguing during the past quarter century? The increase in cultural diversity, traffic and the sheer volume of people! When I first came here Toronto was already a big city, but it has grown exponentially since then. Whats it like being the voice of the Leafs at The Air Canada Centre? Like so many Canadian kids, I grew up imitating my predecessor, Paul Morris [the Leafs public-address announcer from 1961 to 1999]. So to be chosen to replace him was a real honour and privilege. Whats the biggest challenge of being the Leafs voice? The players names! I want to pronounce them correctly, of course, and the mix of ethnicities from around the world keeps me on my toes. And its Toronto, and its the Leafsthere isnt much margin for error, with 20,000 live spectators and up to two million TV viewers. Everything has to be done properly. How has Psychedelic Psunday changed over the course of its 27-year run? Weve changed some of the features, but music from 1965 to 1975 is what the shows all about. True, there are some current bands with a psychedelic sound, but thats not why people tune in; they tune in to hear Floyd or Zeppelin or any number of great bands from that era. I hope the show continues to perform well because we play unexpected songs that we hope make our listeners say to themselves, I havent heard this one in years! When did you realize you had become a Torontonian? It would have to be when I attended my first Blue Jays Game.
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C O M P L I M E N TA R Y INSIDE NEIGHBOURHOOD TOURS RETAIL THERAPY CITY VISIONARIES SPORTS CULTURE

CELEBRATE THE CITY

FROM BEACH TO BISTRO & FILM TO FASHION

To Own The Town youve got to own the app.

Weve been expecting you!

Toronto Magazine 2013 , Volume 6, Issue 1

Departments 3 Welcome 8 Contributors 10 News Whats

Upfront 12 Kids city

City Confidential 24 Influencers

90  Finding your feet How to get

92 2013 Events 94  Last Word

36 Fitness on the fly

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Matthews Family Court of Chinese Sculpture

Galleries of Africa: Egypt

GIANTS FROM GONDWANA

Food & Drink 45 5 under $5

Compass 50 Walk this way

81 One day in Niagara

75  All roads lead to Brampton

C o m p l i m e n ta r y inSiDe Neighbourhood tours retail therapy City visioNaries sports Culture

| Celebrate the City

from beach to bistro & film to fashion

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Yum on the Run: Food Trucks

New Eats at YYZ

The Food Dudes

El Gastrnomo Vagabundo Caplansky Deli Truck

Ryan Maxwell, 4, goes wild at the Toronto Zoo (torontozoo.com)

Jakob Pavkovic, 11, rocks out at Canadas Wonderland

Cillian McGee, 3, gets busy at the Ontario Science Centre

Esm Ourique, 10, loves the Canadian National Exhibition

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10 tasteful family restaurants

Isabella Eaton, 14, multitasks at MuchMusic (muchmusic.com)

Graydon Bebbington, 9, chills at Evergreen Brick Works

Bronwen Petch, 8, explores Little India

Maya Weir, 9, is wowed by Fantasy Fair at Woodbine Shopping Centre (fantasyfair.ca)

And dont forget:

Sophie Alexander, 9, adores the National Ballet of Canada

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The hearT of ToronTos sporTs & enTerTainmenT DisTricT

An illustrated field guide to diehard sports fans.

Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto Blue Jays

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Top ten GTA sporting spots and events

n Week Fashio nter collections

Danielle Wade is Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz

MuchMusic Video Awards

Departments 3 Welcome 8 Contributors 10 News Whats

Upfront 12 Kids city

City Confidential 24 Influencers

90 Finding your feet How to get

92 2013 Events 94 Last Word

36 Fitness on the fly

81 One day in Niagara

75 All roads lead to Brampton