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Preparing Your Pooch For Winter
Keep your dog healthy and warm through the winter months BY RACHEL DESPRES Even at the age of 11, Trinity, a female golden retriever, still loves rolling around in snow. Owner Janis Johnson-Schiedel says, “Even when it’s cold and her feet get cold she doesn’t want to come in.” Just like people, dogs are affected by the frigid temperatures of the winter months, so it’s important to ensure your dog is properly equipped for the change of season. On the Danforth spoke with a registered veterinary technician and a pet store manager for their advice on how to help you and your pup prepare for the great white outdoors.…
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10 Very Torontonian First World Problems
BY BEATRIZ SANCHEZ For anyone who understands the pain of living in multicultural Toronto. 1) “I want to look hot for my date but snow made my hair wet and I look fat with my winter coat on.” 2) “I couldn’t understand what my new immigrant hairstylist was trying to say and my hair looks ugly now.” 3) “I want to let my friends know I’m on my way but there’s no reception on the TTC!” 4) “Tried BlogTo’s Top 10 New Sushi Restaurants in Toronto and they all sucked.” 5) “Missed St. George Station, got off on Spadina and now I have to walk through the hallway.” 6) “I…
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Brew From Home Like a Barista
Dropping in at your local café every morning is great, but let’s face it—the price of having a barista prepare your morning fix can add up. Sometimes it’s nice to just kick back for the morning and enjoy a nice cup of joe at home. Cliff Hansen, Head Roaster for Ottawa’s Bridgehead chain, called in with tips for making the perfect brew in your own kitchen, no barista necessary. When asked about his go-to method for brewing at home, Hansen mentioned his Chemex method. Hansen combines the Chemex with an clever dripper: “It gives you the freedom to do a longer bloom for fresher coffees—it also does a great extraction…
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Street Style: Danforth Edition
By: Alexandra Davies March has finally arrived, and we all know what that means – it’s almost spring! With spring comes warmth, and with warmth comes cropped, fitted jackets, pretty floral prints, and footwear that doesn’t require protector spray to ward off any unwanted salt. As we all know, Canada takes its sweet time to shift into spring mode. Alas, as we wait for the season to finally “spring,” we are forced to drudge through the leftovers of the icy terrains and multiple snowmageddons that have struck our town these past few months. However, with the temperature (hopefully) on the rise, we have already spotted wintery looks incorporating some spring-inspired…
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Street Style: Danforth Edition
By: Alexandra Davies It has been a wild couple of weeks in the world of fashion. From New York, London, Paris, and all the way to Milan, the major Fashion Weeks are sweeping the globe with new and upcoming trends for the year ahead. We are seeing a major focus on florals, collared tops, fringes, metallics, graphic tee’s, and every shade of pink in the book. While exploring the Danforth, we have seen a couple of these trends already in full swing. One accessory in particular is making major waves nationally, and is probably easier to spot on the Avenue than a Greek restaurant. If you haven’t seen for yourself,…
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Street Style: Danforth Edition
By: Alexandra Davies Waking up and looking out the window to muddy snow, slushy sidewalks and blinding flurries leaves us all in a fashion quandary. We want to be practical, but that doesn’t have to mean we have to forgo our fashion. There are a couple of tricks to keep us in check, but my favourite is layering. Not only will you be extra bundled up, mixing a casual top with a textured knit cardigan will always be in style. We may not be able to wish away the February chill, but the people of the Danforth have embraced the cold with cozy trench coats, sleek winter boots and more…
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In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb
Behind the scenes with the Spring issue’s photo shoot The On the Danforth fashion team joined forces with fiveoseven clothing (496 Danforth Ave.) and held a photo shoot this past December. The theme was making the winter-to-spring style transition using pieces already in your wardrobe. You can check out these looks in the spring issue of On the Danforth. Meanwhile, enjoy these behind the scenes photos from the shoot.
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Street Style: Danforth Edition
By: Alexandra Davies With the winter months in full swing, the icy temperature has certainly taken its toll on the Danforth. Arctic winds and frozen roads have left our town draped in snow. As the temperature plummets, it seems our fashion does, too. Layers and layers of bulky knits and puffer coats do not leave any room to show off your style. So, how does one pull off a warm outfit without sacrificing fashion? I bundled up and hit the Avenue in search of smart and stylish people who are braving the elements in this season’s hottest trends. Name: Susan W. Wearing: Hat: Mountain Equipment Co-op Coat: Costa…
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Gear Up for Winter Cycling
Don’t put away that bike just yet By Megan Watcher If you live in Toronto, you’ve probably noticed a few seemingly crazy cyclists who refuse to put away their bikes for winter. While you’re huddled up waiting for the streetcar or speed-walking down the sidewalk with soaking wet feet, you might observe those particularly committed Canucks navigating through the snow and ice on their cherished two-wheeled chariots. Perhaps you’ve seen them braving the windy viaduct, that floating no-man’s-land between the Danforth and Bloor. You probably think to yourself, “Wow, I would never attempt to ride a bike in the middle of a Canadian January.” But perhaps you should think again.…
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Enjoying the Winter While it Lasts
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