Where to Find the Best Antiques in Toronto
Antiquing is a hobby that can be well-explored in Toronto. There are so many great shops around the city, and the best part is that you never know what you’ll find. We’ve searched Toronto high and low to find the top spots in the city to find your (not so) new piece. Continue reading
Best Places to Grab a Drink Around Yorkville
If you’re looking for a corner of the city that is bursting with options for where to get drinks, look no further than Yorkville. A swanky part of the city, you’re sure to find all types of bars lining these streets (in between the upscale boutiques, of course). Don’t be intimidated by the posh reputation though. While the establishments are sophisticated, the atmosphere here is are warm and inviting, and the cocktail menus? Well, the cocktail menus are top shelf. Here’s a list of some of the best places to grab a drink in the area! Continue reading
How to do Nuit Blanche 2016 Right
On October 1st, art-loving Torontonians will enjoy a sleepless night. Not because of bad dreams, or because they have too much on their minds, but because it will be Nuit Blanche. Since 2006, the award-winning, city-wide event has been turning our city into a creative playground from sunset to sunrise. This free event places contemporary art experiences and installations into unexpected spaces for the public to view and enjoy. With over 90 contemporary art projects, this year’s Nuit Blanche is set to impress. Here is our guide for what to check out. Continue reading
Top Design Destinations from Around the World
No matter where you are in the world, you’re able to find design inspiration. Each city has its own style, personality, and lifestyle. Whether you’re taking direct inspiration from the design you see around you, or you’re extrapolating the overall vibe you experience and translating it into design, the influence of a given location is strong. While all locales offer design inspo in some form or another, some places are more design-minded than others. Here are some of the top design destinations (Hint: Go where the designers go!) Continue reading
A Look At The World’s Greenest Cities
Making the personal choice to lead a greener life is not as simple as it may sound. It’s a big commitment and if done correctly should effect the majority of decisions you make. Now imagine what a commitment it is for an entire city to vow greener efforts! Not only does it require changes in policy and government, but it requires the inhabitants to share in the responsibility. While our fair city certainly makes a valiant effort in being eco-friendly, we could certainly do better. Thankfully there are amazingly green cities around the globe that offer inspiration and lifestyles to live up to. Here’s a look at some of the world’s greenest cities. Continue reading
5 Best Coffee Shops Around Yonge and Eg
Coffee is a must for many people starting their day and also for fuelling them throughout. If you need some caffeine in your veins and share an appreciation for a good cup of joe then you know how sweet it is to find a cafe that serves up some great quality coffee. Toronto has a plethora of cafes in every area and that includes Yonge and Eglinton where we’re working on E Condos! We’ve picked out a few of our favourites so you can find the perfect cup of coffee, whether your prefer lattes or americanos, around Yonge and Eg. Continue reading
5 apps to help you be more eco-friendly
It seems as though the ‘there’s an app for that’ joke will never get old. Why? Because it’s true! Whatever you may need, want, or haven’t even thought of yet is at your fingertips. You want to quit smoking? There’s an app for that. You want to understand the Pokemon Go phenomenon? There’s probably an app for that too. Looking to become more eco-friendly? With climate change becoming an ever increasing issue in our lives, and the call to take action growing stronger, now is the time for individuals to become more accountable for their eco footprint, and to take steps to do better. Don’t worry – there are lots of apps for that. Here are a few highlights. Continue reading
Yonge & Eglinton Through The Years
There’s something about the summer that just makes you feel nostalgic. Perhaps it’s all the fresh, warm air, or maybe the fact that our minds relax enough this time of year to take an extra moment to think back on what was. We’re feeling a little nostalgic this week about one of our favourite neighbourhoods in the city – Yonge and Eglinton. We don’t have an attic with old photos and artifacts of this beloved area, but luckily the Toronto Archives provide plenty of pics to peruse from way back when. Continue reading
Bring your appetite to this year’s Summerlicious 2016!
If you live in the Yonge and Eglinton area – you’re in for a treat! Summerlicious is here again, gathering over 220 restaurants together to serve Torontonians some of their best dishes. The two week event begins July 8th and runs until July 24th, and will be located at various areas in the GTA. There will be both lunch and dinner services available at prix fixe prices. So grab a friend and head to a restaurant you’ve never heard of, and eat as much food as you can!