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Toronto Light Fest
It’s February; winter is well upon us and you’re more likely to cancel plans with friends. A night in with a cup of hot chocolate and a book sounds so, so good. You’d much rather appreciate the beauty of the snow looking out your bedroom window. But even if you’re given in to wintry introversion, every once in a while you get antsy, and tire of the confines of your home. Toronto may be one of the more expensive cities of the world, but there’s a surprisingly wide variety of things to do without having to spend a loonie. Toronto Light Fest has transformed the Distillery District into a sprawling…
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10 Best Places to Stay Warm this Winter
Winter can be a drag. It’s cold, wet, and gloomy. But the good news is if you live, work, or just find yourself strolling on the Danforth there are places where you can stay warm. This list includes 10 places to escape the cold while you’re on the Danforth; whether you are looking for something to eat, something to drink, a place to exercise, a place to read, or somewhere to be creative. For the Foodies Mocha Mocha 489 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1P6 Mocha Mocha is a Latin American infused restaurant that is sure to have your taste buds bursting after one bite. It is located on the…
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6 Hot Spots to Check Out this Winter
Looking for some winter inspiration outside of Toronto? Here are some suggestions to make the most of this snowy season. 1. Ice skating in Arrowhead Provincial Park. This park has been getting lots of attention lately, and for good reason. This 1.3 km trail provides the unique experience of gliding through the forest on a man-made ice track; no lake necessary. Bring the family, friends, or your significant other for a fairy tale skate in the woods. Entrance to the park is $16. Distance from Toronto: 2h30 mins 2. Wine tasting at the Niagara Icewine Festival. During the weekends of January 13-29th, the Niagara Icewine Festival is the perfect place…
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A Guide to Winter Biking
Dressing for the weather, winterizing your bike, and biking safely are all important for cycling in a Toronto winter.
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5 Winter Date Ideas in Toronto
Valentine’s Day is coming up, and even though the snow seems to be on it’s own schedule, you shouldn’t hold back from planning yours. Here are some ideas to help you embrace winter and have fun in the city. 1) Chocolate Café Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Hit up Toronto’s chocolate café, Cacao 70. New to Toronto, this Montreal chain is based in the Distillery District, and offers all kinds of delicious chocolate desserts. Some crowd favourites from their menu: dessert pizzas, chocolate fondues and of course, the hot cocoa they’re famous for. They’re open Sundays to Thursdays until 11 p.m. and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, making…
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Warmth on a Winter’s Weekend
I know you; you’re sitting in front of your computer, wrapping misery in a blanket, and you’ve opened this article to scoff at my list of ideas to keep your heart warm through another Canadian winter. You don’t like that snow has seized our streets, patios have shut their doors, and Mr. Frost has personally ensured that you will not be at a restful temperature while outdoors for the next three months. So you might as well read this and enlighten your winter more than your wistful waiting ever could. I’m sitting at a coffee shop—outside the window to my left, the snow falls modestly—in the foreground is my computer,…
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Why Mats Matter
Have you ever seen a dog that looks like it’s wearing a clumpy sweater? The wind blows over them but, aside from a few scraggly bits, the hair remains undisturbed. This is because the coat has become so thoroughly tangled that the tats have become mats: thick bunches of hair resembling dreadlocks. They might be isolated to one or two spots, or cover a dog’s entire body. A lot of dog owners think this impenetrable wall of hair will keep Fido warm in the winter. They’re wrong. I’ve been a professional dog groomer for a number of years and I’ve groomed thousands of our four-legged friends. Over time, something has…
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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…
