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  • FAT-Fashion Art Toronto@Daniel Spectrum(April12th-16th)

    Images: Jonathan Hooper & BK on the SCENE Opening night on Tuesday had the usual glitches with a late start, confusion with security and unfortunately not a full house. Luckily the art and fashion itself outshone these minor glitches and the week seem to evolve into a great event place for everyone. The diversity of…

  • Toronto Food+Drink Market@Enercare Centre(Fri.,April 8th,2016)

    The Food And Drink Market media preview started early at the legendary C.N.E. “Enercare Centre” with a bevy of vendors handing out samples and gift bags ON Friday. The Food And Drink show ran from Fri., April 8th to Sunday April 10th, 2016. Our taste buds were tested as we sip, savoured and sampled our…

  • IRON MAIDEN TROOPER PARTY @ Tilted Kilt (April 3, 2016)

    “So when you’re waiting for the next attack You’d better stand there’s no turning back.” Iron Maiden fans from literally all over the world (USA, UK, South America, Finland, to name a few) amassed at The Tilted Kilt prior to the sold out show “The Book of Souls World Tour” at the Air Canada Centre.…

  • Indiana Paces Vs. Toronto Raptors@A.C.C.(Fri.,April8th,2016)

    The Toronto Raptors bench strength were tested and Indiana were only one win from clinching a playoff berth, the Indiana Pacers should have been excited by the news that Toronto Raptors coach Dwane Casey had decided to rest All-Stars DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry, along with starting forward Luis Scola. Toronto’s bench reserves came up…

  • Columbus Blue Jackets Vs. Toronto Maple Leafs@A.C.C.(Wed.,April 6th,2016)

    This was the last home game of the season and Fan Appreciation night for the roller coaster year of the last place Maple Leafs. Columbus Blue Jackets used a big third period to lay a beating on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Brandon Dubinsky scored two goals and Brandon Saad of Columbus added a goal and…

  • Made With Love@Liberty Grand(Mon.,April 11th,2016)

    This was the line up awaiting Toronto’s biggest cocktail competition in April at the Liberty Grand. Here’s the best local barchefs in action, eager to impress  guests with their exquisite crafted creations! A special mention to the 21 of them who made it to the next round, the main competition was April 4th!The annual Made…

  • Operation Mindcrime@The Rockpile(Sat.,April 09th,2016)

    Since the early 80’s, Geoff Tate has been synonymous as the voice and front man for the progressive Seattle Rock Band Queensryche . Unfortunate circumstances has forced two versions of the band for the last few years. One version carrying on without original singer Geoff Tate and this version called Operation Mindcrime featuring the legendary front…

  • The 5th Annual Memory Ball@Palais Royale(Sat.,April 9th,2016)

    Photography by Nicholas Chan It is a yearly fight against Alzheimer’s and again this year’s edition of The Memory Ball was a sell out. A lot of well dressed patrons occupying the beautiful and historic Palais Royale which dates back to the “Big Band”era with the walls full of pictures of Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald…

  • Upcoming: AUSTRIAN TASTING AT ST. JAMES CATHEDRAL (April 14, 2016)

      Traditionally known for its white wines, did you know that a third of Austria’s vineyards are made up of red wines? This unique experience on April 14 will feature over 30 vintners present up to 165 wines at the Austrian Wine Fair in cooperation with the Austrian Wine Marketing Board and the Austrian Trade Commission.  ‘Austrian Wines…

  • SNAP 2016 A Photographic Art Fundraiser for ACT@Reference Library(Thurs.,March31st,2016)

    SNAP!, presented by TD, is one of Toronto’s most exciting annual auction of contemporary photography, held in support of the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT). Featuring both a live auction and silent auction, SNAP! took place Thursday, March 31, 2016 at the Bram & Bluma Appel Salon (Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge Street) with Dragons…

  • Upcoming: IRON MAIDEN TROOPER PARTY @ Tilted Kilt (Sunday, April 3)

    An ‘ALE’ of a good time… If you are a fan of traditional English cask beer, then you are in for a treat! Iron Maiden’s very own Trooper Beer will be gracing the Tilted Kilt in Toronto on Sunday, April 3rd starting at 11am just in time for the Iron Maiden show at the Air…

  • The Hotline Always Blings Twice@The Second City MainStage 51 Mercer Street (Wed.,March23rd,2016).

    PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHY BY RACHEAL MCCAIG and CAST PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID LEYES We were invited to The Second City  presentation of the 77th Mainstage Revue The Hotline Always Blings Twice where nothing is sacred and the sketches are hilarious as the Mainstage cast members use satirical social commentary to skewer everyday subjects such as: Justin Trudeau,…

  • L.A.Fashion Week:Art Hearts Fashion’s grand finale night@Taglyan Complex(Thurs.,March17th,2016)Sponsored by AIDS Healthcare Foundation

    Photo Credit: Arun Nevader Art Hearts Fashion Landmark 4 Day Designer Showcase Culminates in Grand Finale for Los Angeles Fashion Week (Los Angeles)—It was an explosion of pioneering talent and ingenuity at Art Hearts Fashion’s grand finale night at the Taglyan Complex Thursday night sponsored by AIDS Healthcare Foundation. Wrapping the largest season to date…

  • Toronto Comicon@M.T.C.C.(Fri.,March18th-20th,2016)

    TORONTO COMICON as presented by FAN EXPO CANADA™ has now grown to become a spectacular 3 day event! Located in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, the show boasted unique exhibitors, presentations, workshops and many celebrity guests. Other “Must See Events” included: Meet DEADPOOL creator Rob Liefeld, A Celebrity Photo Session, Sketch Duesl, Innerspace Live with…

  • Tampa Bay Lighting vs. Toronto Maple Leafs@A.C.C.(Tues.,March 15th,2016)

    By BK on the SCENE The Maple Leafs defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-1 at Air Canada Centre on Tuesday. A very big win as the Leafs are playing competitive hockey with a lot of their young payers called up from their Farm team The Toronto Marlies. Ben Smith’s first goal of the season midway…

  • Lucky Ball benefitting The Food Bank@Revival(Thurs.,March 17th,2016)

    The Lucky Ball gala with all proceeds going towards the Fort York Food Bank. Hosted again at the Revival Bar on College Street, in the heart of Toronto’s Little Portugal, the night brought on young professional who support this great cause. Young professionals and supporters of this great cause came out on a Thursday night…

  • UPCOMING: Canadian Music Week (CMW) May 2-8, 2016

    Now in it’s 34th year, Canadian Music Week is recognized as one of the premiere entertainment events in North America focusing on the business of music. The Canadian Music Week festival spans 7 nights of performances, with hundreds of showcasing bands at more than 40 live music venues in downtown Toronto. Canadian Music Week (CMW) is…

  • crestatoronto@118The Esplanade(Tues.,March15th,2016)

    We enjoyed an Italian inspired, Californian cultivated experience without traveling south of the border on a semi-chilly Tuesday night in Toronto. This menu brought together both traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine alongside world-class California wines. Led by Executive Chef Tri Tran, the menu features a selection of dishes made with a focus on fresh seasonal ingredients infused…

  • Toronto Fashion Week #FW16

    Follow Our Coverage starting next week! We’ll keep you updated on the gala, parties and the runway! Don’t forget to FOLLOW US on FACEBOOK and TWITTER Toronto Fashion Week sponsor highlights for FW16 Don’t forget to FOLLOW US on FACEBOOK and TWITTER Toronto Fashion Week sponsor highlights for FW16  In a few days Toronto Fashion Week will feature more…

  • National Home Show+Canada Blooms Preview@Enercare Centre(March 11th-20th,2016)

      North America’s largest home and garden event opened March 11th at the Direct Energy Centre! The National Home Show, presented by RE/MAX and co-located with Canada Blooms, kicked off for 10 days with an incredible lineup of home and garden celebrity experts, new and innovative products and everything for your space – inside and…