What’s Coming Up at the Royal Conservatory of Music
Toronto is home to all kinds of musical talent. Whether it’s individual musicians, or orchestras, the city is bursting with bright talent. We’re also home to the Royal Conservatory of Music, one of the largest and renowned musical education institutes in the world. Not only does the conservatory offer the best in music education, with an excellent curriculum, amazing teachers, and rigorous assessment, but also an incredible program of performances. Here’s what to look forward to before 2016 comes to an end. Continue reading
Introducing the Yorkville Village Arts Festival
Yorkville is often thought of when you think of fine dining and the best in luxury shopping, but another aspect that makes the neighbourhood so special is the culture you’ll find here. Yorkville is home to many of the city’s most beloved galleries, and plays host to a slew of events in the arts. One such event is the Yorkville Village Arts Festival – a juried exhibition of contemporary art by students and recent grads from OCAD University. Running from Friday November 4th – Wednesday November 9th, here are some of the highlights. Continue reading
5 Hot Spots to Grab a Drink at Yonge and Eglinton
They say you learn something new everyday. Today we learned that another nickname for Yonge and Eglinton, is Yonge and Eligible, due to the soaring numbers of hip (and single) young professionals flocking to the area. Perhaps this explains the ever-expanding list of cool new spots opening up in the area. Whether you’re on the hunt for an after work drink, a spot to share a bottle with the girls, or perhaps a hip bar to take your next Tinder date to, Yonge and Eg has tons of places to wet your whistle. Continue reading
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
Colour Stories: Our Favourite Green Decor
Thus far we’ve highlighted blue, red, pastels, and gold colour stories for your home. Today we’re turning the spotlight on the colour green! While it’s important to have an overall vibe established for your space, a colour story adds that extra something that keeps things tied together. Choosing green as the accent colour for any room brings a sophistication to the space, without making things feel too serious. A splash of emerald is always elegant, a good dose of jade – sublime, and a bit of chartreuse? Well that’s just bold. Here’s some inspiration for how to use the colour green in your own space, as well as some beautiful green pieces to add interest to any room. 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
Some of the Best Public Art from Around the World
Visiting art galleries, whether local or international, is always an enriching experience. You’re exposed to creative works, new ways of thinking, and new experiences. However, some can find the gallery a stuffy atmosphere in which to open your mind to artistic exploration, not to mention the lines, crowds, and cost. For the times when you’d rather take in a work of art at your own pace, in a more open space, there’s public art. A growing trend among world renowned artists, public art is popping up all over the globe – and it’s beautiful! Here are some of the best works of public art from around the world. Continue reading