Toronto | Shangri-La Hotel Toronto X Luca Cinalli of Nightjar London create the best cocktails in Toronto

With the autumn well under way and beauty all around us, I am left switching my mentality to more indoor activities and entertainment. I love to spend as much time outdoors exploring the city I love, and I would always recommend you do the same. As the colder weather begins to creep over Canadian cities from coast to coast, I am of course drawn to the idea of getting on a plane with Julio and going away. I got to thinking where in the world I would take him and the answer became evident. London is my favourite city in the world and I have seen the globe twice over. From the culture to the class found in every corner.. It’s hard to explain but it just feels like the city I am supposed to end up in.

So when Shangri-La Hotel Toronto contacted me to speak of a visit from award winning mixologist Luca Cinalli of The Nighthjar in London, I was intrigued to say the least. His visit coincides with the launch of a brand new cocktail list at one of my favourite places to escape the cold in Toronto. Be it for a stay in the hotel or a delicious meal at bosk, the fact remains that the following four cocktails are the best in Toronto. THAT is a bold statement, but once you read about them and Luca’s masterful art, I have no doubt you’ll be heading to Shangri-La Hotel Toronto to try them all for yourself. Don’t forget to drink responsibly, but I do guess that some young adults may want to join in on the fun and some of the best fake ID sites out there will be inundated with requests! Continue reading “Toronto | Shangri-La Hotel Toronto X Luca Cinalli of Nightjar London create the best cocktails in Toronto”

Family Lifestyle | It’s Tea Time!

When I think of fall, I think of beautiful colours, falling leaves, pumpkins, sweaters and tea! I’ve never been a coffee drinker. I know what you’re thinking, how did I survive the newborn years (yes, I said years haha) without coffee?! Honestly, I don’t have a clue! One of the bonuses that has come from not drinking coffee though is that I don’t have any stained teeth. My friend is a frequent drinker of coffee and unfortunately, she has a couple of stained teeth which she now feels insecure about. Luckily for her, she has recently visited this Dentist in Newmarket and has booked herself in for a teeth whitening service so hopefully, she will get her old smile back soon. And this is one of the many reasons why I don’t drink coffee. But, I drink tea in the same way others drink coffee! I love sitting down to a cup of hot tea to warm up, start my day or after a long day to unwind (chai is my favourite!). When I discovered DAVIDsTEA a few years back it was life changing! For you coffee drinkers there have always been a plethora (my $25 word of the day) of flavours and blends to choose from, but tea has always been sort of basic. DAVIDsTEA is like a heaven for tea lovers, there are sooo many different options and flavours it’s almost impossible to decide!

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Events | #ShareDogTales launches Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary

For those of you who know Julio & I, you will know that we are desperately wanting to get a dog to add to our little family. That’s one of the main reasons why I was so excited to be invited to attend the Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary launch event on October 19th in King City (north of Toronto). Although I was flying solo for the event (Catherine & Amanda were en route to Ottawa while Julio had a photoshoot that afternoon), I was by no means lonely. With over 500 guests and friends we celebrated this incredible concept in the most star studded way. Come and see what I mean and why you shop #AdoptNotShop with Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary! Continue reading “Events | #ShareDogTales launches Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary”

Family Lifestyle | Pee-Wee’s Playhouse

If you were born in the 80’s, I have no doubt you remember Pee-Wee’s Playhouse! How could we forget that iconic voice and laugh, the crazy characters and the secret word of the day?! I remember listening intently for that word just so I could scream! haha! TV Guide named Pee-Wee’s Playhouse #12 on their list of the Top 30 Cult Television Shows EVER! Now we finally have a chance to share our love with our own lil ones!

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