Author: Daniel Reyes Cocka

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Vancouver | Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar opening soon!

Alright Vancouver, I know you must be getting sick of my Toronto-centric posts all the time. I love how much buzz you have helped us create on the other side of the country considering I’ve never even been to visit. I’m like that long distance family member that you’ve never met in real life but have talked to on the phone forever. Let’s fix that soon, okay? I think it’s about time I come experience all the beauty, food & wine I keep reading and writing about.

I’m SO excited to tell you all about Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar opening this summer in the iconic Sutton Place Hotel (845 Burrard Street, Vancouver). Continue reading “Vancouver | Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar opening soon!”

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Events | #OasisAtShangrila

I have no doubt that if you were using social media in Canada in the last few days you would have seen the #OasisAtShangrila hashtag via various social media platforms. On July 8th, Shangri-La Hotel Toronto played host to its first ever Fashion show with runway and all. But what made the space so perfect for VITAMIN A, a line of swimwear designed by the talented Amahlia Stevens? The runway itself was built atop the fifth floor pool and created quite literally an Oasis of fashion & beauty in the heart of downtown Toronto. Let me show you why Julio & I loved the whole experience here!

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Toronto | The #DoTheDaniel Summer Restaurant Roundup

I’ve been sitting staring at my laptop screen, writing and rewriting this paragraph over and over. Trying desperately to come up with an introduction to my summer restaurant list for Toronto that doesn’t sound pretentious. The last thing I would ever want for DoTheDaniel.com to become is that. I could tell you that I worked in the restaurant industry for ten years, but then I get preachy and speak server (yes, it is a whole other language). I could tell you that every one of the following restaurants is an absolutely must and HAVE to go, but that might sound demanding. So why don’t I just say this… The following restaurants, in my professional opinion, all have something different to offer you this summer in Toronto. Let me tell you which ones you can find the team & I enjoying in the sun and how you can do the same! Continue reading “Toronto | The #DoTheDaniel Summer Restaurant Roundup”

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Toronto | Taste of Toronto marks its debut

I’m still in awe at how quickly the summer is flying by me and the team. But I guess what they say is true.. time flies when you’re having fun! One of the most anticipated food festivals of the year is about to take place. Yes, that’s right ladies and gentlemen, Taste of Toronto‘s debut is happening this month and you aren’t going to want to miss this!  Taste Festivals have been taking place around the world and finally Toronto has come on board to join the global community of food lovers and businesses alike. “Everywhere it goes, Taste represents a gourmand’s dream come true: delicious food created by the city’s greatest restaurants, world famous chefs, superb drink and outstanding entertainment, set in stunning outdoor surroundings.” Taking place July 24th – 27th at Fort York, this incredible gathering is going to set the bar high for future food festivals. So let me tell you all about it and why you should come join us all!

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