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Ici Paris Spa: Skincare on the Danforth
Walking out from Chester station in the heart of the Danforth lies Ici Paris Spa. You walk in and instantly feel the warmth and relaxation radiating in the space. Just sitting in the spacious, mirrored environment you feel welcomed and you can understand why this spa won Best Beauty Spa for 2017 in Toronto. As other clients enter, they are greeted by name and attended to immediately. Gordana, the spa director, comes out to greet us with her chic bob, black turtleneck, and bright fuchsia lip, and tells us how proud she is of this business. The Danforth Ici Paris Spa has been on the Danforth for 41 years; it…
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5 Reasons to Print All of Your Photos
People are constantly taking pictures: of their family, of their significant other, to remember the big moments in their life. But everything has been digitalized, so people don’t print pictures as often as they used to.
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Our Favourite Christmas Recipes: Part Two
Part two of our holiday baking series will be sure to get your creative juices flowing. “White Cherry Chip Cookies” I love this recipe because my family loves eating them. I adapted it from another recipe one year around Christmas when I had finally finished writing exams. That the cookies came out in Christmas colours was a happy coincidence. -Vicky 2 cups of all-purpose flour 2 tsps of baking powder ½ tsp of salt ½ cup of shortening ¼ cup of milk 1 egg 1 cup of white sugar 2-3 tbsp of vanilla extract A handful of maraschino cherries, cut into quarters In large bowl, cream shortening, sugar, egg, milk,…
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Our Favourite Christmas Recipes: Part One
Christmas is a time of creating fond memories, celebrating family traditions, and giving to others. In our homes, baking is an integral part of the Christmas celebration. There hasn’t been a Christmas that has gone by without someone pulling out the old recipe books and creating some tasty treats. With three days left till Christmas, we’ve decided to include some of our favourite recipes for the Christmas season, hopefully they can provide some inspiration for your own holiday baking! “Squished Reindeer” This is a recipe I started making a few years back and it has quickly turned into a baking tradition. My family fell in love with these tasty sweets…
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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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Saying Goodbye to a Pet
How do you know when it’s time to say goodbye to a pet? How do you know if your family pet is ready to die? Can you ever really know? And, most importantly, how do you bring yourself to make the decision that the time has come to let them go? This last question, more than any other, will cause any owner to hold back from putting their pet down. When our pet is suffering from an illness, our first impulse is to do whatever we can to help. Thankfully, advances in modern medicine mean that there are many treatments available that can assist or completely rid pets of their…
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Stay and Play!
Oaks ‘N Acorns: A Hangout for Parents and Kids By Amanda Kirsten Grant Located right between Coxwell and Woodbine subways stations and across from a park, Oaks ‘N Acorns Activity Centre is in a prime location for parents and children to gather together for fun and relaxation. Owners Winnie and Nicole wanted to create a safe and fun environment where parents in the Danforth area could come together. Oaks ‘N Acorns offers 6–12 week long courses for children newborn to seven years old. Each course—be it dance, art workshops, or baking classes—is taught by a professional instructor. The space offers lots of sitting, so parents can hang out together and…
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The Souper-Bowl Is Here!
Get your spoons ready for the Leslieville Farmer’s Market Annual Winter Fundraiser! By Stephanie Chow Last year, over 700 pounds of onions were sliced and diced to make 2000 litres of soup for the annual Souper-Bowl Winter Fundraiser, sponsored by the Leslieville Farmer’s Market. The onion-induced tears that were no doubt shed last year were well worth it: they raised over $3000 and are hoping to do it for a third year in 2013 with your help! Bring your appetites this Super Bowl Sunday because Le Papillon on the Park’s Chef Lukas and his team are planning to concoct over one tonne of their delicious french onion soup! If soup’s…
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Danforth’s Treasure Trove
The Perfect Toy Store for Parents and Kids! By Amanda Kirsten Grant Even amongst all the unique and spectacular stores located along the Danforth, Treasure Island Toys is one of the easiest to spot. With its brightly painted storefront and large window displays, it’s not hard to see why parents and children are drawn inside. Treasure Island Toys has been offering a place for children to play and parents to shop since 1988. The store has a wide selection of toys and games for all ages. But this isn’t your typical toy store. Children are encouraged to play with the merchandise and participate in activities at stations located around the…
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All Aboard for Family Fun!
Miniature Train Rides for a Good Cause By Stephanie Chow Looking for a place to get your holiday shopping done while your kids have fun? This holiday season, indulge your Christmas spirit by taking a magical tour of Shops at Don Mills aboard a miniature train! For only $3, the ride will take you on a tour of the property and through the centre square, where your whole family can enjoy new shopping sites and take in the beautiful Christmas atmosphere! See the delightfully lit trees, decorative window displays, and unique shops that make you feel like you are touring the North Pole! The best part: all net proceeds go…
