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Pure Vegetarian Satisfaction at Pure Vegetarian Restaurant

Jerrold — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 09:06:34 -0500

The aptly named Pure Vegetarian Restaurant has been filling Cafe 668's old shoes for four months now. The location seems to be pretty quiet, but I popped in to give it a try anyway.

Read my review of Pure Vegetarian Restaurant (take-out) in our restaurants section.

Rodizio at Piatti: You'd Better be Hungry

Ayngelina — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:50:51 -0500

Go easy on Piatti's delicious, freshly-made pizza and pasta, because you're just getting started. Leave plenty of belly room for the endless skewers of melt-in-your-mouth meat to come.

Read my full review of the Yonge and Eglinton area's Brazilian all-you-can-eat Piatti Restaurant, in our restaurant section.

Lusting After Lustre

Briony — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:12:16 -0500

Forget Queen West: wend your way between the souvlaki joints and fruit stands to shoe and bag shop Lustre on the Danforth. You might just walk out in the most outrageous shoes you've ever worn. In a good way.

Check out my pics and write-up of Lustre in the fashion section.

Brunching at Kramer's

Ayngelina — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 22:24:20 -0500

In a city where restaurants open one week and are featured in the deadpool a month later, it's always nice to see some place that's been around for decades. Celebrating the first day of Fall (and potentially the last chance to sit on a patio) I met up for brunch with some girlfriends at this midtown favorite.

Read my review of Kramer's Bar & Grill in the restaurants section.

It's All About Local at Culinarium

Tim — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:48:10 -0500

I'd been hearing a lot of good things about Culinarium. What, with all this hype about the 100 mile diet and eating local, it's almost surprising that we haven't had 100 copycat Culinariums surface since the Mount Pleasant store opened its doors in March.

Take a look inside Culinarium and read my Q&A with the owner in the grocery section.

Il Bordello is Hiring and We Are Too

Tim — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:37:55 -0500

While we may not be able to compete with the likes of Il Bordello, blogTO is nevertheless embarking today on a new round of recruiting for new contributors. Work for us is mostly legal and pay is, well, I'm not sure if I've heard too many people describe it as great.

But, um, joining our team of avid PETA supporters and their hangers-ons sure can be fun, and hella different than your typical writing, photography or freelance gig. And there is some pay and benefits like free access to "stuff".

Bye Bye Christian Bookstore, Hello The Nutritionista

Tim — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 09:10:00 -0500

From organic raw agave nectar to fresh from the bakery spelt bread, Dundas West's latest health food store brings to the neighbourhood much needed supplies of essential healthy treats.

Check out my photos and profile of The Nutritionista in the grocery section.

Inside the New Preloved

Briony — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 08:55:42 -0500

A victim of the Queen street fire earlier this year, Preloved rose from the ashes about a month ago in the former space of FLUF design. The new store is just steps from Trinity Bellwoods Park.

Take a look inside Preloved in my profile of the store in the fashion section.

OddFellows Arrives

Tim — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:39:44 -0500

The restaurant that was formerly known as KEI has been transformed by owner Kei Ng and the team behind those uber popular tube lights (Castor Design) into a new cafe and restaurant featuring one kick-ass communal table.

Check out the menu and photos of the space in my profile of OddFellows in the restaurants section.

Reminder! Three Days Left to Vote in our Best of Toronto Poll

Tim — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:18:44 -0500

There are now less than three days left to vote for thirteen categories in our ongoing Best of Toronto poll. It only takes a minute of your time to tell us your favourites.

Take the poll

All categories are optional, so you can skip any you don't want to vote in. The voting period will run until 11:59PM this Friday, September 19th.

Shopping for My Movie Star Wardrobe at Studio 1686

Briony — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:50:58 -0500

Tucked away at the far end of Parkdale, Studio 1686 boasts pieces handpicked by co-owner Marya Duplaga and her sister Irene who source their duds from local movie and TV productions. Say wha? You mean I can have my very own hot off the rack outfit from the upcoming Max Payne flick?

Get all the details in my profile of Studio 1686 in the Fashion section.

Dissecting the Monkey's Paw

Tim — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 13:36:11 -0500

At Monkey's Paw, you don't find books. The books find you. From Understanding Japanese Bantings to Why China Has No Inflation, the stuff on the shelves here ranges from the rare to the bizarre.

Discover more crazy titles in my profile of Monkey's Paw in the bookstore section.

Unlocking the Secrets of Haveli Home

Craig — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:19:49 -0500

Haveli Home in Liberty Village is part shop, part museum of Indian collectibles. From massive old doors to intricate crates and lush fabrics, the stuff inside practically speaks Hindi.

Read my profile of Haveli Home in the design section.

Lunching with the Ladies at Holt's Cafe

Ayngelina — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:19:21 -0500

Holt's Cafe, located on the third floor of Holt Renfrew, conjures up images of ladies who lunch and celebrities stopping in after wearily spending the equivalent of my annual salary in one afternoon.

Read my review of Holt's Cafe in the restaurants section.

First Look: Lit Espresso Bar

joshua — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 09:43:28 -0500

Lit Espresso Bar opened its doors a week ago, but is already finding that their fine coffees and range of panini are just what Roncesvalles residents wanted. I visited the new spot on their opening weekend and my first look at Lit is in the cafes section.