The familiar early-September chill is in the air, but summer isn’t over yet! Read on to learn meat expert Kevin Beyea’s top grilling tips, and with a little practice you can become a grill master just in time for your end-of-summer BBQ! 1. Cleaning your grill is a vitally important first step to cooking anything on the BBQ. It’ll…
Love Cabernet? There is a big club of us who do! This week we celebrate a red grape that is loved and adored by so many. Did you know that Cabernet Sauvignon is the love child of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc? September 3rd is officially National Cabernet Day and that means we can celebrate with the below 6…
It’s been a pretty warm summer so far folks, which means more time to enjoy those sunshine days! The patio season vibes are going strong and it’s no secret that our city is filled with endless options. Of course, one of the best locations to get in those drinks & eats and views is the Toronto Waterfront. And this…
As you chase the last few weeks of summer in an attempt to spend all your time outdoors, 18.8 has launched a vibrant, scenic pop-up space to help get your fix. Toronto cocktail enthusiasts and sun lovers alike are invited to visit the patio pop-up 18.8 #SummerofChoice at stackt market, located in the outdoor South Lawn space. Photo courtesy of Nick Lee (@BestofTorontoNet)Running until…
It’s that time of the year everyone, so get your wallets prepped and ready! Nordstrom’s annual Anniversary Sale in Canada will start in-store on August 19 and online August 20. This popular shopping event features brand-new arrivals on sale for a limited time. Exclusive deals from brands like Frame Denim, Nike, Adidas, La Mer and many more. Items will…
Do you have a love for Pinot Noir? If you don’t yet, you likely will at some point in your wine journey. Hailing from historic France, this grape is extremely well known in the world of wine. Known as the heartbreak grape for many in the wine trade because of its intense challenge to grow, this grape needs certain…
It is ice-cream season and what better way to celebrate than with Toronto’s 1st ice-cream festival! Hosted by Street Eats Market, the festival is taking place this weekend, August 15-16 from 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the Scarborough Town Centre. Some of the city’s all-time favourite ice-cream makers are going to be there with new flavours and all…
If you’re in Bloor-Yorkville, make sure you stop to smell – and snap – the photo-worthy roses. Now until August 9, over 25 luxury artful floral installations can be found throughout the restaurant and shop-filled neighbourhood. Bloor Yorkville Fleurs des Villes Installation in Toronto, Aperol x Eataly stop. (Photo: Steven Branco – @mr.stevenbranco)Hosted by Fleurs de Villes, a globally…
With the August long weekend in tow, we thought we’d keep it PG this weekend–at least when it comes to wine. Because how can you go wrong with Pinot Grigio on a hot summer day? Are we right? Yup, you can thank us later. Whether you’re looking to pickup a bottle two, or keep things simple and grab a…
A person’s choice in wine can be something so personal — a glass of vino can capture and reflect elements of their personality and reveal a lot about who they are. Is your best friend a natural leader, a social butterfly, or the salt-of-the-earth type? Read on to learn more about what you might discover the next time you…
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