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I'm a Toronto based designer that enjoys blogging about whatever intrigues me
Interests: Design + Fashion + Food
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Posted Mar 20, 2014 at Material Archive
Posted Sep 14, 2013 at Material Archive
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Just ordered the black and flamma bucket and the tote with ballerina lining – perfect Fall bags! Continue reading
Posted Sep 7, 2013 at Material Archive
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Enjoyed a really lovely stay at the Bowery this past weekend. Great location, energy, design and very comfortable. Loved it! Continue reading
Posted May 17, 2013 at Material Archive
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As someone that lives in Parkdale, I was very sad to see my go-to burger joint Stampede sold off. Luckily, it went to the owners of Grand Electric, who've done a reasonably good job of turning it into a fun,... Continue reading
Posted Mar 16, 2013 at Material Archive
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Last year, while in New York for a two week shoot, MB and I had our first lunch at Jean-Georges at the urging of our friend, who is a marvellous chef in Toronto. It was such a great experience, that... Continue reading
Posted Jan 13, 2013 at Material Archive
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The decor at ABC Kicthen is very, very feminine and pretty – almost looks like it was feathered by a woodland fairy or sprite. Not sure many (straight) men would go of their own accord with a buddy, but I... Continue reading
Posted Dec 31, 2012 at Material Archive
One of the best and most frank interviews I have ever seen of Louis. Enjoy! Continue reading
Posted Dec 31, 2012 at Material Archive
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So – what did I think? It's an interesting read. She's led a full life with many big fashion moments and collaborations. Some of which inspire massive eye rolls, and surprise at how much smaller the industry seemed in her... Continue reading
Posted Dec 30, 2012 at Material Archive
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Every review of the Nomad menu in the atrium I have read, falls all over itself gushing about the famous foie gras and truffle chicken sandwhich. Which of course, I had to order. Now, it was good, of course. But... Continue reading
Posted Dec 30, 2012 at Material Archive
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What's more surprising to this newbie than Chris Rock showing up at the Comedy Cellar unannounced? The fact that he totally and completely bombed! And when I say bombed, I mean crickets. The crowd was not sleepy or out of... Continue reading
Posted Dec 30, 2012 at Material Archive
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In all my years of visiting NYC, I somehow never managed to visit Balthazar and now that I have – I'm sad I didn't go sooner. Albeit a bit pricey for what it is, I loved it. Good service, absolutely... Continue reading
Posted Dec 29, 2012 at Material Archive
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Yup. As per usual – I went a little bananas in Ladurée. And I know this is going to sound contro – but I really hope they don't open a location in the old TDot, because I like the fact... Continue reading
Posted Dec 29, 2012 at Material Archive
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We tried the jerk chicken (it had some heat!), the crunchy coconut corn on the cob, fish tacos and banana pudding and they were awesome! Such a fun restaurant – great crowd, fun vibe and good music. Will absolutely return... Continue reading
Posted Dec 28, 2012 at Material Archive
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Paid a nice little visit to see the Mast Brothers Chocolate Factory in person. Even though their line of chocolate has become so popular now that you can get them everywhere, MB and I wanted to see their operation firsthand... Continue reading
Posted Dec 28, 2012 at Material Archive
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I started following Catbird on Instagram a while ago and as I've said before, when that social network is used well, it's an amazingly powerful selling tool. Case in point, it got me to venture to Brooklyn to see Catbird... Continue reading
Posted Dec 28, 2012 at Material Archive
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Starting off my reviews with one of my favourite meals of the trip. MB and I ventured out to Brooklyn one afternoon (so fast on the M train!) to sample the fare at Pies -N- Thighs and we were not... Continue reading
Posted Dec 28, 2012 at Material Archive
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MB and I had a wonderful time. The weather was mild and the sun even made a few appearences. In the next several posts, I'll cover off the restaurants and shops visited and our stay at the Ace Hotel. Continue reading
Posted Dec 28, 2012 at Material Archive
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Wow - amazing post from www.notetoselfblog.com 25 RECIPES: 1. Homemade Samoas: Coconut, Caramel Cookies 2. Santa's Reindeer Sugar Cookies 3. Chocolate Peanut Butter Shortbread Bars 4. Chocolate-Peppermint Wafers 5. Coconut Thumbprint Cookies with Salted Caramel 6. Chocolate Chip Nutella Candy... Continue reading
Reblogged Dec 8, 2012 at Material Archive