Toronto | Hudson Kitchen shows Toronto what a patio should be

From coast to coast in Canada, the summer has arrived finally and patio season is officially in full swing. It makes a lot of people want to refurbish their outdoor spaces in their gardens and redo their patios. Perhaps the most popular these days is flagstone patios and paths, which many people find from companies like westminsterstone.com. Then there is the element of added some new furniture as well. Just completely transforming it to ensure you can enjoy the best of the summer months. When I think of eating in the summer, there is no image that comes to mind faster then that of sitting on a patio (check out teak garden furniture uk for some seating inspiration) enjoying the sunshine with friends and the ones I love. And I’ll be honest, please don’t take offence other cities in Canada, Toronto has some of the best patios I have ever enjoyed. I love patios so much, I only wish I had one in my own home. I dream of having a really cool space with luxurious Sliding Patio Doors too! But what it is that makes a truly perfect restaurant patio? Location, size and decor are key when you’re in search for an outdoor experience. Too big and you feel overwhelmed and lost in the crowd. Too small and it can feel a little awkward or unaccommodating for a group looking to dine together. It’s almost like Goldilocks… it has to be just right. Thankfully for the city of Toronto, Hudson Kitchen is showing the rest of the city what a patio should be. Let me tell you why! Continue reading “Toronto | Hudson Kitchen shows Toronto what a patio should be”

Food & Wine | Wine lovers rejoice with My Wine Canada!

With Catherine actively working for all things Health& Nutrition, and Amanda plugging away with Family Lifestyle and Photography, it looks like I am back to writing about Food, Wine & Lifestyle topics. Not that I’m complaining by any means… It’s nice to have a fully functioning DoTheDaniel.com family on board tackling every Lifestyle topic you could imagine. But all that to say, I still don’t have an exorbitant amount of free time.

Judging from the number of wine-related posts that are on this blog, I think it’s clear that we’re wine lovers here. We love exploring new wines and it makes gift giving so easy! Vitamin vino has a large selection of wine gifts so you can just look on there and pick out a quirky gift! As a wine lover who loves exploring new wines, this lack of free time to go hunting online for the latest and greatest is sometimes counter-productive. If you’re like me, you want to be able to find the new wines, the hot wines everyone is talking about, or the wines that are simply not offered at the LCBO or your local liquor store. Well, Ladies & Gentlemen, let me tell you how My Wine Canada just made wine loving a whole lot easier. Continue reading “Food & Wine | Wine lovers rejoice with My Wine Canada!”

Food & Wine | Burnt Ship Bay Estate Winery scores BIG!

As an avid wine lover I am always on the hunt for the latest & greatest in the Canadian Wine market.  Most people grimace at the thought of Canadian wine based upon one or two bad experiences. What they don’t realize is that Canadian Wine in general, both out of Ontario and the West Coast, is some of the best in the world. One of the newest releases that I am excited to tell you about is that of Burnt Ship Bay Estate Winery out of the Niagara-On-The-Lake region of Ontario. This new wine has stolen my heart and will surely do the same for you. It might even make a believer out of the “Anti-Canadian” wine drinkers in the world. Let me tell you why! Continue reading “Food & Wine | Burnt Ship Bay Estate Winery scores BIG!”

Events | Barefoot Winery is leaving its footprint on World Pride Toronto

For those of you who are unaware, June 20th 2014 marked the official kick off to World Pride Toronto. A celebration and gathering in support of unity, love and inclusion for all. As I have written about, our entire blog family is participating in one way or another. Be it in support of Pride By Design, #GetTheFOutThere and many other amazing events, the week brings together a community on an international scale. One of the biggest supporters of the pride ideal worldwide is Barefoot Winery and their delicious products. For years, this brand has associated itself with inclusion and support, love and blind understanding. Let me tell you about what they have in store for World Pride Toronto and why you should be a part of it all with us! Continue reading “Events | Barefoot Winery is leaving its footprint on World Pride Toronto”