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  • UPCOMING…. TD TORONTO JAZZ FESTIVAL JUNE 24 – JULY 3, 2016

    The 30th annual TD Toronto Jazz Festival brings a stellar line up June 24 to July 3rd! Whatever flavour of jazz you enjoy, find it at the TD Toronto Jazz Festival this summer, as more than 1,500 musicians perform in over 350 concerts. Discover a new artist, explore different genres and attend a live concert surrounded…

  • UPCOMING May 21 & 22: Spring Sessions of Toronto’s Festival of Beer @Sherbourne Common 

    Celebrate the May Two-Four weekend ‘cottage style’ in the city. Building on the success of its perennial sell-out summer event, Toronto’s Festival of Beer is announcing the 3rd Annual Spring Sessions Festival May 21st & 22nd at Sherbourne Common outdoor space, at the foot of Lower Sherbourne Street. Spring Sessions will bring together more than 20…

  • 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.…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Academy Social@99 Sudbury(Thurs.,March 10th,2016)

    ​Canadian Screen Week celebrations continued with #AcademySocial, an event to honour the impressive achievements made by Canadian innovators in social and digital media. Hosts, Much Digital Creator Jus Reign and Much and eTalk Daily Correspondent Liz Trinnear host this evening of fun and celebration. Jus Reign – also known as Jasmeet Singh – Much Digital Creator/YouTube Influencer 690K subscribers on YouTube;  191K followers on…

  • Winter Brewfest@Enercare Centre(Fri.,Feb.19th-Sat.,Feb.20th,2016)

    The creators of Ottawa’s popular Winter Brewfest presented the inaugural edition of the Toronto Winter Brewfest. The fans of fine beer and fine food attended Heritage Court, Enercare Centre at Exhibition Place to sample more than 100 beers crafted by brewers from across Ontario and Quebec. In a warm and festive setting, patrons discovered a…

  • True North-The NBA All-Star VIP Experience@Roundhouse Park Tents(Fri.,Feb.12th-Mon.,Feb.15th,2016)

    It was a fun filled weekend for Toronto as the NBA  – MLSE presented: True North – The NBA All-Star VIP Experience at The Tents by Roundhouse Park. Located in the heart of the city, True North was the  home to the hottest parties and events of NBA All-Star 2016. True North is a custom…

  • Whitney Linen Men’s and Women’s Ready-To-Wear and Home Linen Collection Spring/Summer 2016 @ Only One Gallery (Sep 17, 2015)

    Images: Nicholas Chan High-end fashion label Whitney Linen is infused fresh new styles into its women’s ready-to-wear collection for Spring/Summer 2016 and launched a much-anticipated collaboration with men’s designer Marlon Durrant for Whitney Linen Men. The collections was presented alongside the Whitney Linen Home Collection in the “Living in Linen” lifestyle setting at Only One…

  • THE GENTLEMEN’S EXPO @MTCC (Sep 25-27, 2015)

    With over 100,000 square feet of the “best brands and experiences” to be assembled, The Gentlemen’s Expo was well attended by any who were interested in fashion, technology, music, sports, cars, alcohol, grooming, food, entrepreneurship, gaming, to DIY. Some notables include “grooming authority” SLICK LORD, craft brewery Double Trouble Brewery, beard grooming products Beards and Beavers,…

  • UPCOMING: CaribbeanTales International Film Festival 2015 (Sep 9 – 19, 2015)

    CaribbeanTales International Film Festival Celebrates 10 Years this September 9 -19th.  With an Outstanding Program of Films and Shorts, which include 16 feature-length films and 30 short films in Official Competition for the CTFF Jury and Audience Awards, to be announced on the closing night – September 19th. “CaribbeanTales continues to have its finger on the…

  • NOBILO WINE TASTING LAUNCH EVENT @ Oliver & Bonacini Yonge & Front (Aug 19, 2015)

    This event featured  New Zealand winemaker Nobilo, featuring it’s exceptional Sauvignon Blanc. Chef Tom Riley of Oliver & Bonacini has partnered with fellow Kiwi winemaker David Edmonds of Nobilo to host a summertime party on the patio at O&B Yonge & Front. Guests were treated to complimentary food and wine that highlights the best of New…

  • ANNUAL SCOTIABANK CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL GALA @ Liberty Grand – Exhibition Place (July 24, 2015)

    By Bill Kwan The 2015 Annual Gala is one of the most important nights of the year for people who “have a love” for celebrating “in-style” for The Annual Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival. It is a night to wear your finest formal attire to come out and celebrate the rich history of the Caribbean culture in the city…

  • ALESSIA COHLE “LET’S GET GONE” ALBUM RELEASE PARTY @ Boots and Bourbon (June 24, 2015)

    Words: HUMSandy As one country icon embarked on her “Farewell Tour” at Toronto’s Air Canada Centre (Timmin’s native Shania Twain), another was just beginning down the street… Country music newcomer Alessia Cohle debut her new album “Let’s Get Gone” to a packed intimate saloon of music fans, media, music execs and friends+family. Backed by a…

  • One Night Stand, June 19, 2015 @ Design Exchange, 234 Bay Street, Toronto

    Friday night located in the financial heart of downtown Toronto inside the fabled walls of the Design Exchange, The Hincks-Dellcrest Foundation held their 6th annual fundraiser for Children’s Mental Health. One Night Stand brought together everyone out to support the kids. #OneNightStand @HincksDellcrest Host duties for the night fell onto Adam Growe of Cash Cab,…

  • Honda Indy 2015 @ Exhibition Grounds, Toronto, ON (June 14)

    The Verizon IndyCar Series came to Toronto to showcase their premier open-wheel series in North America, competing on Toronto’s temporary street circuit.  Then weekend was highlighted with an Indy themed festival (MotorFest, AdrenalineFest, TasteFest and BeerFest) and the racing events that bring out the crowds.  VIP guest were allowed to walk along pit lane and…

  • Discover … TASTE of TORONTO @ Fort York (July 2-5, 2015)

    The second annual Taste of Toronto descends on Fort York July 2 – 5. Among the new additions are renowned chefs Masaharu Morimoto, Alvin Leung, Lynn Crawford and Stuart Cameron, joining over 30 of the country’s top culinary talent. “Toronto has so many international star-power chefs contributing to the buzzing culinary scene, we are thrilled to be able to showcase so many…

  • One Night Stand, June 19, 2015. 8:00 PM @ Design Exchange, 234 Bay Street

    Take a Stand for Children’s Mental Health #OneNightStand Silent Auction items $125 Your ticket includes: Entry to the 2015 ONE NIGHT STAND Cocktail party at 8pm Complimentary drinks all night Live entertainment Access to silent auction Access to raffle draw Specialty cocktail bar Passed hors d’oeuvres Late night snacks One in five children suffer with mental…

  • Upcoming: NEXT MUSIC FROM TOKYO VOL 7 (June 12/13 2015)

    NEXT MUSIC FROM TOKYO VOL 7 happens June 12+13 in Toronto, along with shows in Montreal and Vancouver. Read our coverage from last year, HERE… If you went last year, you will know that it always sells out ($10 Advance, $15 at Door) — plus the bands Steve (organizer) picks are always “kick-ass”! Keep in mind:…

  • REGENT PARK GALA @ The Capitol Event Theatre (May 21, 2015)

    The Regent Park Gala was held at The Capitol Event Theatre with the 3TO6TEAM (an extension of the MLSE Foundation) spearheading the event to raise money for the kids of Regent Park to give them the opportunity to play organized sports after school. The gala was a great evening of entertainment by: Live VIP reception performance…