About
-
Photo Journal: A day on the Danforth
Things to do, places to see. By: Roland Van Gend View of downtown from Riverdale Park. The Rooster Coffee House at 479 Broadview Avenue.
-
The Stories We Tell
The Mosaic Storytelling Festival’s diverse cross-section of a traditional practice By: Alexandra Donaldson Storytelling has a rich history that spans cultures and ages. It is how we understand our histories and how we lull our children to sleep. Though many have transitioned to reading instead of telling, especially as they grow older, storytelling is an important part of a community’s traditions and the make-up of its identity. The Mosaic Storytelling Festival wouldn’t have it any other way. The event’s fourth season begins at the end of January this year and is stronger than ever. The festival, which runs from January 26 to March 23 showcases storytellers every other Sunday at…
-
A Journey Back in Time
By: Lindsay Reid Luminoso Have you ever wondered just how the Danforth got its look and feel? Join us as we journey back in time examining some of Danforth’s more iconic features. Our exploration continues at the intersection of Pape and Danforth Avenues Stop 3: Pape and Danforth – Union Bank/Palace Theatre The intersection of Pape Avenue and Danforth Avenue is always bustling with commuters and pedestrians trying to navigate their way through the area. Today, you can visit one of the several banks located on the streets, grab a burger from A&W, shop in one of the local stores, or hop on the subway to a new destination. View…
-
Four Lads in a Band
Irish alt-rock band Kodaline took to the stage at the Danforth Music Hall for a great night of music By: Erin Dunlop There’s nothing more exciting than witnessing the moment a band realizes they’ve made it. I was lucky enough to do just that at the Danforth Music Hall this past Saturday. When I first heard that Kodaline, an Irish rock band hailing from Dublin, was going to be playing in Toronto, I was thrilled. I was even more excited when the venue switched from the Phoenix Concert Theatre to the Danforth’s own Music Hall. I’d been waiting for an excuse to pay a visit to the historic building and…
-
Icy Streets, Hot Chocolate
The best cup of hot chocolate is found in Leonidas Chocolate on the Danforth By: Sarah Manning When I was a kid, winter meant playing in the snow for hours and then coming inside drenched in a combination of melted flakes and sweat. After stripping off scarves, mittens and snow pants, I would sit down at the kitchen table for a mug of hot chocolate. This is a memory I’m sure many Canadians share.
-
Faces of the Danforth
By: Nick Brehmer, Alicia Kolenda, and Katie Yantzi Faces of the Danforth is a photography project inspired by Brandon Stanton’s “Humans of New York.” Much like its inspiration, Faces of the Danforth strives to feature members of a community and connect those people on a more human level. Walking up and down the streets of the city, you see so many unique people; you might be surprised to discover that you have similar experiences or that you are indeed vastly different. Regardless, we hope you find the visuals of the Faces of the Danforth posts to be as inspirational as we do. “How are you surviving the cold?” “Not very…
-
The Burger: Greek Style
Greek turkey burgers with feta and red pepper By: Alexa Keeler Quite a departure from last month’s theme of tradition (where I made homemade souvlaki), this recipe is a modern Greek-inspired take on the burger, with old-style Greek ingredients. Not only is this dish simple to make with minimal ingredients, it packs a surprising amount of flavour for how unpretentious it is (no Himalayan Salt Brick required). Let’s begin!
-
Winterlicious 2014
The Best of the Danforth By: Allie Chenoweth Winterlicious runs until Thursday, February 13, which means there’s only one week left of delicious prix-fixes meals. If you haven’t taken advantage of the 10 participating restaurants in the Danforth area, now’s your chance! Some restaurants like Pan on the Danforth and Ouzeri have adapted their regular menus to fit the prix-fixe format of Winterlicious, giving you a great opportunity to get some good Greek for cheap. But if you’re craving a truly Winterlicious experience, Morgans on the Danforth and Globe Bistro are two restaurants that have embraced the spirit of Winterlicious to create some mouth-watering menus.
-
Olympic Fever
Just in time to beat the winter blues, the 2014 Olympic Winter Games are almost here! By: Erin Dunlop After a winter full of polar vortexes, ice storms, and otherwise freakish weather, it’s about time we all had something to look forward to throughout the rest of this chilly season. Personally, I’m counting down the days to one thing in particular: the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. It seems like light years ago that the last winter Olympics in 2010 (officially known as the XXI Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, British Columbia) took place. At the time, I was just beginning the second term of my first year at…
-
A Journey Back in Time
Taking a Walk on Historic Danforth Avenue By: Lindsay Reid Luminoso Have you ever wondered just how the Danforth got its look and feel? Join us as we journey back in time examining some of Danforth’s more iconic features. Our exploration continues in former Chester Village. Jackman Avenue and Danforth Avenue – Chester Village and Eastminster United Church Our second location in the “Journey Back in Time” series takes us eastward towards Jackman Avenue, an area formerly known as Chester Village. Prior to the construction of the Bloor Viaduct, this was a small rural community developed by the Playter Family. George Playter was born in the 1730s in Surrey, England.…
