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6 Ways to Get Your Country Fix in Toronto
Sometimes when you’re born and bred in Toronto, you’re left with a longing to get back to the simple things in life. You start listening to Conway Twitty, Tim McGraw, and you think you’ve found those who understand you most. To you, life is all about boots, bourbon, pickup trucks, and rain. It’s clear you’re an ex-country dweller who’s missing the saloons and experiences of home. Below is a list of things to do in the big ol’ city to get your country fix for whatever reason. Rock ‘n’ Horse Shake it, country girl! Shake it any day of the week with this saloon! Every night this downtown bar has…
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Paper Trails In Her Wake: Talking Calligraphy & Entrepreneurship with Priyanka Rego
On a crisp, late-September afternoon, Priyanka Rego is at the heart of Etsy Made in Canada: one of Toronto’s most anticipated events showcasing handmade goods from local vendors. As hoards of attendees stroll through the venue clutching onto coffee cups and reusable totes, Rego chats with a young couple whose attention was captured by her beautifully curated display of paper goods. Raised in Dubai and based in Toronto, Rego moved to Canada with her family at the age of 15. In the years since, she has earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto and built a career working in finance. On the side, she dabbled in…
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A Night Out on the Danforth
People will say the Danforth is only about Greek food. And while yes, it does have some of the best Greek food you can find in the city, it also hosts a bunch of different things to do on a night out. Here is a local’s guide to spending your night on the Danforth: Head for some Greek food I just said that the Danforth is more than just Greek food, but doesn’t mean you have to forgo. Whether it’s gyros or souvlaki, there are three must-try restaurants to satisfy your need for tzatziki. Pan on the Danforth: Great wine selection, and on Fridays and Saturdays they have belly dancers…
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5 Ways to Enjoy Toronto Arts & Culture On a Dime
There are literally hundreds of thousands of post-secondary students in Toronto. Hundreds. Of. Thousands. On top of that, there’s that glorious period of time following your graduation where you can’t (technically) use your student discount but definitely can’t afford regular prices. Fear not, my impoverished friends. Listed below are many ways to enjoy the arts and culture of the 6ix for the cost of one drink or less. Free Museum Days Toronto is full of wonderful museums to keep your brain full of information even after you’ve closed the textbooks. Most have evenings when they are free to the public, so you can get all that glorious knowledge without paying…
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Everyone Slacks But You
As we look forward towards the first sustained warm days of 2016, I’m reminded of the last few of 2015. Namely the record breaking exploits of Spencer Seabrooke in Squamish, BC in early August. I myself have been slacklining, admittedly 289 meters lower than Spencer, since last summer, and occasionally encounter inquisitive onlookers seeking explanations, and sometimes lessons. For those who belong to the latter category, look no further. The following will serve as a brief tutorial on how to slackline. Your first step is finding a suitable spot. I recommend a grassy locale with a soft landing for the inevitable tumble – free of any sharp debris such as…
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Get Back Into Biking
Although winter this year has been mild enough to keep even the less than avid cyclist on the road for the majority of the season, most of us are eagerly awaiting those longer, warmer days of spring. Torontonians, on the whole, have embraced this efficient, clean, and fun way to get around; but while choosing the bike as a primary mode of transportation can be difficult for many, there is something to be said about its use recreationally. Opt for Trails and Pathways While the city debates over how to expand its on-street bike network, and those brave enough deal with the often stressful, although rewarding commute through these traffic-laden…
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6 Essential Tracks from 2016 (so far): Part 1
The first 3 of 6 essential 2016 tracks from Geoff's must-listen list
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Review of Allure Body Bar Waxing Specialists: Offering More Than Just A Stylish Package
Toronto’s Danforth Ave. is quickly becoming a playground for the young and the established. The mecca of sophisticated restaurants, designer coffee shops, and contemporary boutiques have a uniquely southeastern European feel. Nestled among some of Danforth’s hot spots you will find a little piece of heaven dedicated to all your waxing needs by the specialists at Allure Body Bar. Allure Body Bar offers various waxing services and caters to both men and women and prides itself on making everyone feel welcome. The Waxing Specialists promise their clients a clean and relaxing atmosphere where they can feel at ease while their Curly Q’s receive the special treatment they deserve. Continually well informed,…
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Affordable Arts Passes for the Under-Thirty Crowd
Want to enjoy the arts in Toronto, but trying to save money? Check out this list of affordable arts passes in the city.
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Top 5 Historically Set Video Games
Do you enjoy video games? Do you enjoy historical fiction? Maybe you should check out these historically set video games this weekend!