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5 Places to get Vegan Sweets on the Danforth
With its seemingly endless row of restaurants, cafés, and bakeries, the Danforth is an epicurean haven. Whatever it is you crave, you are sure to find it here. Amongst the sizzling deep-fried Greek cheese, garlicky souvlaki, and limitless supply of delicate, honey-soaked pastries, vegan food might not be on your radar. Surprisingly, however, there are a number of places in the neighbourhood to get vegan and vegetarian meals, and even the ever-elusive vegan dessert. Here are five places to get sweet vegan treats on the Danforth. Tsaa Tea Shop Although Tsaa Tea Shop is primarily known for their impressive selection of tea, anyone with a sweet tooth should take…
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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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10 Festivals You Don’t Want to Miss This Season
Spinning in an open field, dancing, laughing in the dark night to ACDC live. You struggle to record videos that will end up being too dark to see later but you’re feeling the beers you threw back a little earlier and could care less. You dance like no one is watching and bask in the glory of the fact that you are actually at Coachella, and this moment will last for the next three days, in a desert. Fast-forward to now—weather is reaching highs we hadn’t seen since summer ’15 and the highly anticipated festival line-ups start being announced. Festival season is upon us with more outdoor concerts than ever…
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Fashion Friday #8
This week's Fashion Friday brought to you by Jillian Jemmet, writing about Anyka Davis!
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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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Fashion Friday #7
Anyka bring us another Fashion Friday look into clothes twins and stripes!
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Where to Get Your Alternative Toronto Blue Jays Gear
With spring training in full swing and regular season games just weeks away, it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to wear to your next Toronto Blue Jays game. I, myself like to prepare well in advance, because going to a game isn’t just about watching Kevin Pillar dive 11 ft to catch a fly ball, or watching Bautista hit yet another dinger. It’s about the atmosphere and how to completely immerse yourself into the team spirit. Here are my suggestions on how to get geared up without spending a fortune on an authentic jersey. AnnaMayHenry $32 This online Etsy shop offers one single Blue Jays item: a…
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Little Libraries on the Danforth
Little Libraries are popping up on the Danforth. Check out this companion piece to the Spring Issue of OTD.
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How This Tiny Tattoo Shop Is Making It Big
Sadiah Rahman brings us an in-depth look into Definitive Studios on Pape and Danforth.