Category: Food and Drink
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A Craftmas Beer Experience, Dec. 4, 2014 @District 28 (28 Logan Ave.)
On a Thursday December 4, 2014, evening as pub nights are abundant and after work drinks were in full swing, The Beer Experience (a Drink Inc event) held its inaugural Craftmas Beer Experience held at District 28 (28 Logan Avenue in up and coming Leslieville). The veune, District 28 is quickly becoming one of the newest, coolest…
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Fonda Lola-Mexican Bistro-“Juan”Year Anniversary-Fri.,Nov.28th,2014@942 Queen St.W
It was the “Juan”Year Anniversary for Fonda Lola Mexican Bistro https://twitter.com/FondaLola located close to the trendy Ossington district in Toronto. It was a fun filled day as guest were treated to specials “every hour on the hour” this writer arrived at the Tequila tasting hour. 3 different shots of Tequila were served and a serving…
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CANFAR’s Bloor Street Entertains-Tues.,Nov.25th,2014@Bloor St.+The R.O.M.
By Gillian Moody, Photography by John Ortner Every year, on the eve of World AIDS Day, Toronto experiences the coming together of exquisite culinary masters, lavish retailers, and elegant florists who join together for a vital cause: CANFAR’s Bloor Street Entertains. Thanks to Laura Patton of Weber Shandwick, on November 25th, photographer John C. and…
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This Sunday, Nov 30th — Don’t miss THE 2ND ANNUAL CANADIAN ARTISAN TASTING FAIR
Don’t miss The Second Annual Canadian Artisan Tasting Fair, this Sunday, November 30th, Wychwood Barns [ map 601 Christie Street,] offering you the opportunity to sample, purchase, and discover the best in artisanal foods from more than 40 selected national vendors. For more information & tickets, visit HERE… Here are some of the things said about last years…
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Uzumasa Limelight Premiere+Reception-Wed.,Nov.26th,2014@ Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre on November 26
Photography by Dino Funez and Mio Matsushita Reel Asian Co-Presents Uzumasa Limelight premiere which was held in Toronto on Wednesday, November 26th, 2014 at The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre(JCCC). The venue at JCCC had approximately 400 people in attendance to view the screening. Director Ken Ochiai and actress Chihiro Yamamoto were in attendance for Q&A…
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Gourmet Food & Wine Expo, Nov. 20, 2014 @Metro Toronto Convention Centre
The 20th Annual Gourmet Food and Wine Expo was held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from November 20-23, 2014. Food and Wine lovers were able to browse the numerous aisles of foods, wines, liquor, condiments and dining accessories/decorations. There are a number of sections for guests to see bartenders in action making a variety…
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WAHLBURGERS Launch (Nov 15, 2014)
By Nicholas Chan Coming from the blistering cold North-East USA, Boston, Wahlburgers established it’s foothold in the competitive Toronto (restaurant) burger landscape. As per Wahlburger: Welcome to Wahlburgers – one of the best restaurants in Boston. With unique burger recipes and custom cocktails (wahlcoctions), it’s easy to see why we have an upcoming A&E reality…
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TSO 24th Annual Fine Wine Charity Auction, Nov. 13, 2014 @Commerce Court West, 56th Floor
The 24th Annual Fine Wine Charity Auction was held CIBC’s Commerce Court West on the 56th floor overlooking Toronto’s downtown city view. Stephen Ranger (Waddingtons.ca), one of Canada’s leading auctioneers conducted the auction that is open to the public (registration prior to the event or at the reception). Attendees were able to bid for singles…
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Chair Affair-Thurs.,Nov.12th,2014@Palais Royale
Chair Affair an annual auction based gala and fundraiser http://www.furniturebank.org/chimp-donate-now/chair-affair/ which teams up with prominent artists and designers to redesign old chairs, with all proceeds going towards the underprivileged and charity. The event took place on Thurs., November 12, 2014 at the legendary Palais Royale. The event was organized by Furniture Bank, a Toronto based…
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1st annual Starlight Children’s Foundation-Tea&Tiaras-Sun.,Nov.3rd,2014@Fairmount Royal York
Starlight Children’s Foundation http://www.starlight.org 1st Annual Tea&Tiaras “Where High Tea Meets High Fashion” was held at the legendary Fairmount Royal York. Jennifer Valentyne opened the event with opening remarks while violinist Grenville Pinto was onsite in the lobby entertainment guest as they arrived to “welcoming cocktails.” Soprano Antonella Cavallaro sang “La Vie EnRose” as Tea…
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Halloween Party-Fri.,Oct.31st,2014@Steam Whistle Roundhouse
Halloween comes to town once a year in Toronto. So Steam Whistle Roundhouse had one “hell of a party” to celebrate the festive costume season. It was full to capacity at the Roundhouse with beer and other beverages flowing to the enthusiastic crowd. Give an”A” for effort on the creativity of the costumes that were…
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Toronto Luxury Chocolate Show, Nov., 2, 2014 @Roy Thompson Hall
The 4th Annual Toronto Luxury Chocolate Festival is happening this weekend at the famous Roy Thompson Hall (located at King St West and Simcoe). Do you have a love for chocolate and everything that can be paired with chocolate? If you answer is yes, then this is your can miss event this weekend, even after…
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TASTEMATTERS 2014 In Support Of Eva’s Initiatives-Tues.,Oct.21st,2014@The Liberty Grand
By Rose Khan Toronto is the home of world class cuisine culture and some of the world’s best chefs, vintners and brew masters. Toronto also prides itself in civic action, where community rallies together to stand up for those who need a great start in life, and sometimes a second chance. TasteMatters 2014 in support…
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Delicious Food Show Oct., 17, 2014 @Direct Energy Centre
The 2014 edition of the Delicious Food Show #DFS14 (Food Network) kicked off on October 17th, 2014 and ends October 19th, 2014. Media were given a tour of the venue and treated to a morning breakfast from Bar Buca and coffee from Parachute Coffee. Followed by a quick Q&A session by the panel of featured…
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The 10th Annual Chocolate Ball-Thurs.,Oct.16th,2014@The Eglinton Grand
This was the annual signature event of THE CHOCOLATE BALL. Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, The Chocolate Ball has become one of Toronto’s most anticipated annual events featuring everything chocolate. Featuring a wide array of Chocolate delectables to feed all the senses from drinks to desserts. Taking equal billing is the entertainment including the guest deejay,…
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2014 JUNO Nominee Alysha Brilla “Womyn” Album Release Party @ The Painted Lady (Wednesday, Oct 1)
Alysha Brilla, (2014 Juno Nominee) “Womyn” Album Release showcase performance took place on Wed Oct 1, 2014 at The Painted Lady (218 Ossignton Avenue). Walking from my office located in the business district of downtown Toronto, to an intimate bar, The Painted Lady, I found myself feeling a little overdressed…but actually relaxed. As I made my way past the…
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Shibui Robata Bar VIP Event-Thurs.,Oct.2nd,2014@230 Adelaide Street West
A big thank you goes out to Nicole Haer of The Publicist Group for the invite and the hospitality. Shibui Robata Bar is Toronto’s new, intimate Japanese Restaurant and Lounge located in the heart of the Entertainment and Fashion District of Toronto. The VIP event featured amazing libations such as beer, sake, wine and other…
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Taste Ontario – Wine Country Ontario Oct. 2, 2014 @ ROM
Taste Ontario, presented by Wine Country Ontario was hosted on October 2, 2014 at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). This event allow guests to experience the 57 wineries from Ontario that were exhibit all within one venue. Guests of the event were allowed to experience tastings from the 3 major wine producing regions in Ontario:…
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Summerlicious Preview-Thurs.,July 3rd,2014@ONE Restaurant
By Bill Kwan A big thank you goes out to Anastasia Saradoc, of the City of Toronto Economic Development and Culture department, for the invite and the hospitality. Summerlicious kicked off with a preview at ONE Restaurant on Thursday, July 3rd, 2014 http://www.toronto.ca/summerlicious> ONE Restaurant is chef and restaurateur Mark McEwan’s beautiful award-winning dining palace…
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