Category: Media Launch
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2019 Super Bowl Opening Night@State Farm Arena, Atlanta, Georgia-Monday, January 28, 2019
By Kimberly Samnang On Monday night, the craziness of Super Bowl week finally began. The Patriots and Rams took turns meeting with reporter after reporter after reporter at Opening Night. We heard from the likes of Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, Sean McVay, Jared Goff, Rob Gronkowski, Todd Gurley, Wade Phillips, and nearly every other player and coach for the Rams and Patriots. I…
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Cakes Cove hosts Christmas Eat Everything confectionery party (Holiday Eat Everything Room) -1074 St. Clair Ave. W., Toronto -Tue. Nov. 20, 2018
Photography By Jesse Read We were invited to an amazing holiday party at “CAKES COVE”, the schedule including an Edible Room, Holiday chocolates and other sweet displays. Then attendees had the opportunity to eat the room… ornaments and all the Cupcake decorating with Sam Lapointe, Confectionery Chef, Chocolatier and Cake Designer Sam Lapointe, the mad scientist, owner and…
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KENSINGTON MARKET JAZZ FESTIVAL 2018-400 Musicians Play Over 200 Shows-Friday, Saturday, Sunday September 14, 15, 16, 2018
The third annual Kensington Market Jazz Festival was the best one yet. Deemed by Brad Wheeler of the Globe and Mail as “wildly successful,” the new kid on the Toronto jazz festival block is the brainchild of founding director, acclaimed musician, philanthropist and Officer of the Order of Canada, Molly Johnson. Born in Kensington Market,…
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“Suite on the Sixth”During TIFF@Rock-It Promotions-Fri.,Sept.7th,2018
This was a four-day event, and guests were encouraged to explore and take part in each brand , fully immersing themselves into each product and service offering. SimplyProtein fuels guest with healthy protein packed natural snacks including bars and chips to get them through their busiest of days. Non-GMO, high protein, free from artificial sweeteners and flavours,…
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ROGERS CUP Semi-Finals & Finals Saturday, Aug.11th – Sunday, 12th, 2018 @Aviva Centre
Interviews By Kimberly Samnang On Saturday, Rafael Nadal World No 1 ranked tennis player, beat Karen Khachanov 7-6 (7-3) 6-4 to set up a final with Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Rogers Cup. The final match up was set for Nadal on Sunday, as he was looking to beat and spoil the 20th birthday of the…
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Stars Crowd Red Carpet, Party for West Coast Premiere of Sony Pictures Classics’ THE WIFE Hosted by Rakuten Kobo, Ahmad Tea, and Bartenura Wines.
All photos credit Michael Simon, Startraks photo Stars Crowd Red Carpet, Party for West Coast Premiere of Sony Pictures Classics’ THE WIFE Hosted by Rakuten Kobo, Ahmad Tea, and Bartenura Wines In a harbinger of early awards buzz for director Björn Runge’s film for Sony Pictures Classics, THE WIFE, A-list celebrities turned out in force…
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The Art of Banksy” Curated by Steve Lazarides @213 Sterling Rd. – Tues., June 12th, 2018
We had the privilege to attend a special afternoon Preview for – “The Art of Banksy” Curated by Steve Lazarides, followed by the Opening Party night party with an attendance of over 1000 guests. On hand were – Corey Ross, President & CEO, Starvox Exhibits Michel Boersma, Senior Vice President Family Entertainment & Theatre, Live Nation. Steve Lazarides, Curator…
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PFAFF Porsche – Cars N’ Coffee – 2018-03-17
By Sorin Sim Photos by: Sorin Sim & Bill K This year’s season opener Cars N’ Coffee was hosted by PFAFF Porsche in Vaughan. Even though temperatures lingered below 5°, the turnout was impressive. In addition to the standard breakfast served, PFAFF Porsche also handed out swag this year. The new Porsche Carrera T…
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The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada’s (PDAC) Sunday, March 4th-7th, 2018
Attendance at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada’s (PDAC) 2018 Convention totalled 25,606—a clear sign that the mineral exploration and mining industry has regained its swagger and is building momentum. The annual PDAC Convention in Toronto—the world’s premier mineral exploration and mining convention—attracted investors, analysts, mining executives, prospectors, geologists, Indigenous peoples, government officials, and…
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Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors Preview@AGO-Tues.,Feb.27th,2018
Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors, is the exhibition which explores the evolution of the celebrated Japanese artist’s infinity rooms, and this will be the most significant North American tour of her work in nearly two decades. Following its debut at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden on Feb. 23, 2017, which is the organizing institution, Yayoi…
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She Does the City! Nov 16 -19, 2017
By: Sorin Simniceanu She Does the City celebrated their 10th anniversary with a weekend long pop-up. The event was sponsored by Knix Wear, Instax and United Way, among others. More importantly, She Does the City has partnered with United Way, promising a $10,000 giveback to help the organizations in this city who support women: Sistering,…
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THE LAYOVER premiere and party hosted by Foster Grant, DirecTV, Svedka Vodka and The Highlight Room at The Dream Hollywood.
Photography By Amy Graves Celebrities, filmmakers and other VIP’s crowded the red carpet and post premiere party for actor/director William H. Macy’s THE LAYOVER, hosted by Foster Grant Sunglasses, DirecTV, Svedka Vodka and the Highlight Room at the Dream Hotel Hollywood. Guests Included Actor/Director William H. Macy and Stars Alexandra Daddario; Kate Upton; Matt Jones;…
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Music Under The City Stars @ Casa Loma-Wed., Aug. 2nd, 2017
Photography by AJ Lam and BKonthescene. Canada’s Walk of Fame hosted its Music Under the City Stars Fundraiser, raising $350,000 while bringing together great Canadian artists and their hits. The CWF Gala was presented by Walter and Maria Schneider, Jeffrey Latimer Entertainment and Liberty Entertainment Group who gathered some of Canada’s most talented singer-songwriters and…
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Real Housewives of Toronto – Roxy Earle @STK Yorkville – Fri., June 23rd @ Los Colibris – BRUNCH – Sun., June 25th, 2017
By Kimberly Samnang & Video by Nicholas Chan We were invited to an exclusive one on one, meet and greet with the beautiful Roxy Earle from the Real Housewives of Toronto at the gorgeous STK restaurant in Yorkville. We talked about everything from life, love, family and fashion. Then on Sunday, Roxy hosted a Brunch…
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The 2017 International Yoga Day celebrations in Toronto@Consulate General of India-Thurs.,May 4th,2017
The 2017 International Yoga Day celebrations in Toronto anticipated to be the largest in North America, is expected to have an estimated participation of nearly 10,000 people. The International Yoga Day Canada (IYDC), a Canadian not-for-profit organization, is organizing the celebrations at the International Centre in Mississauga on Sunday, June 25, 2017. The program will…
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The National Home Show And Canada Blooms@Enercare Centre-Fri.,March 10th-Sun.,March 19th,2017
The National Home Show presented by RE/MAX and co-located with Canada Blooms for the largest North American display of innovative products, new ideas & great deals for all things home & garden with over 700 retailers & industry experts. Combining evolving technology with past traditions for a modern lifestyle, the 2017 Future Dream Home™ by…
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The Hockey Hall of Fame March Break NHL Centennial Exhibit & Unveiling Of Permanent Sculpture Of Gordie Howe@Hockey Hall Of Fame-Fri.,March 10th,2017
The Hockey Hall of Fame started the March Break with the opening of the NHL Centennial exhibit along with a special unveiling of a permanent sculpture of Mr. Hockey-Gordie Howe. The Opening of The Hockey Hall of Fame’s time-limited NHL Centennial Exhibit, which pays homage to 100 years of NHL hockey and the unveiling of…
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Super Bowl Opening Night Fueled by Gatorade on Monday, January 30, 2017@Minute Maid Park, Houston, Texas
The NFL kicked off Super Bowl LI festivities in Houston by hosting the participating teams and fans in primetime at Super Bowl Opening Night Fueled by Gatorade on Monday, January 30, 2017 at Minute Maid Park. Starting QB Tom Brady of the NE Patriots and Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons were on stage together…
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Superbowl51 Parties in Houston, Texas(Sun.,Jan.29th-Sun.Feb.5th 2017)
There are plenty of options for mingling with NFL players, coaches, media personalities, and more while enjoying good food and libations. This is a short guide, which only includes events that are not sold out and offer food and drinks, to plan your pre-Super Bowl partying. When: Sun., Jan. 29th Join NFL Alumni/Analyst/Talk Show Host…
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Pho Vistro @259 Queen St.West, Toronto (Tues., Nov.29th, 2016)
Pho Vistro, a new pho restaurant features a unique dry pho signature dish, alongside a variety of traditional pho (including a vegan pho), is officially opening its doors in October and had an intimate media tasting on Tuesday, November 22. Located on the trendy Queen West strip (259 Queen Street West), Pho Vistro prepares daily…
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