416 Weekend: Things to do in Toronto (Jun.14th – Jun.16th)

416 Weekend: Things to do in Toronto (Jun.14th – Jun.16th)

Hard to believe we’re already in mid-June with the weather being uncharacteristically (or comfortably) cool for this time of year. Although the weather gods are calling for rain, that’s no reason not to make your weekend an awesome one. I’ve … Continue reading 

Real Estate Q+A: How to Pick the Right Neighbourhood in Toronto

Real Estate Q+A: How to Pick the Right Neighbourhood in Toronto

Buying a property can be a tricky thing, whether it’s a high-rise condominium, a freehold home or a townhouse there are so many decisions to make, not to mention the emotional aspect of the purchase. Working with buyers, I find … Continue reading 

The Senator Diner: One of Toronto’s Oldest Restaurants

The Senator Diner: One of Toronto’s Oldest Restaurants

As much as I talk about being a City Girl and knowing about Toronto, I felt like a bit of a phoney when I didn’t know much about one of the oldest diners in the city, The Senator Diner. Nevertheless, … Continue reading 

416 Weekend: Things to do in Toronto (May24 – May26)

416 Weekend: Things to do in Toronto (May24 – May26)

We’ve made it through another week. And since the four-day work-weeks are always the toughest to get through we must reward ourselves with a kick-a$$ weekend. With that in mind, here is my TOP5 for things to do in Toronto this … Continue reading 

Doors Open Toronto: Take a Behind-The-Scenes Look

Doors Open Toronto: Take a Behind-The-Scenes Look

Doors Open is an annual event in the city attracting architects, designers and anyone wanting an opportunity to experience the history and culture of Toronto. This Saturday and Sunday is an opportunity to take a behind-the-scenes look at over 150 … Continue reading 

Mother’s Day in the City

Mother’s Day in the City

Our Moms give so much and ask for so little. Call once in a while, take her side when dad’s not too keen on redecorating a room, and always ask for seconds at the dinner table – at least those … Continue reading 

Crush of the Week: Mississauga Home by David Small

Crush of the Week: Mississauga Home by David Small

Over the course of his career as a custom home designer, David Small has done everything from Arts and Crafts bungalows, to Cape Cod cottages to a French Provincial chateaux. But when the time came to design a home for … Continue reading 

416 Weekend: Things to do in Toronto (May3 – May5)

416 Weekend: Things to do in Toronto (May3 – May5)

Ok folks, here we go! Patio season is here, and I must admit if I could rent out a table so that I could sit and soak in the warm sun all day, I would. Hm…maybe I can talk to … Continue reading 

416 Weekend: Things to do in Toronto (Apr.26 – Apr.28)

416 Weekend: Things to do in Toronto (Apr.26 – Apr.28)

It’s been a good week. The weather is finally starting to turn around, in Toronto at least. Seems this weird season that I call Sprinter (Spring/Winter) is on its way out. The Leafs are going to the play-offs. What more … Continue reading 

Toronto Churches Convert Into Condo Lofts

Toronto Churches Convert Into Condo Lofts

If only Quasimodo of Victor Hugo’s novel The Hunchback of Notre-Dame had an eye for design, his bell tower would have been a hot bachelor pad in the heart of Paris. Fast forward to 21st century Toronto and church conversions are the … Continue reading