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  • Opening Soon: T&T Supermarket Near Yonge & Dundas

    T&T Supermarket, Canada’s largest Asian supermarket chain, will open a new store in spring of 2025 at the site of the former World’s Biggest Bookstore. The College & Spadina location of T&T is extremely busy, and with the proximity to the Eaton Centre and Toronto Metropolitan University this new store near Yonge and Dundas will…

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  • Milkbox Mural in Mimico

    A beautiful mural project is currently underway on the exterior of Oak Learners on Royal York Road, south of Evans Avenue. The Mimico Village Business Improvement Association has collaborated with the artist, Kayla Buium of Milkbox, for several years. Kayla is a Montreal-based muralist and illustrator known for her work on the Maps of Mimico,…

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  • Concerts in Toronto: October 2nd-9th, 2023

    by Scott Ferguson PICK OF THE WEEK: Lowest of the Low – Danforth Music Hall – Friday October 6th The Lowest of the Low never quite get the recognition they deserve. Maybe they were destined for that fate by their choice of name, but they have some of the most lyrically unique, clever, and interesting…

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  • The Toronto Vintage Clothing Show 2023 at Exhibition Place

    This is Canada’s largest vintage clothing sale with over 130 vendors selling meticulously curated clothing, shoes, jewellery, accessories, vinyl and home décor from the 1920s to the early 2000s. If you’re considering visiting today, let’s give you an idea of some of the treasures you might find starting with vintage Chanel heels from Boomie: Size…

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  • Toronto Then & Now: Tivoli Billiards- Supermarket Bar in Kensington Market

    Supermarket Bar & Variety on Augusta has a fascinating history, evolving from a Portuguese pool hall into a thriving music venue where The Tragically Hip made a surprise performance. During the 1960s, Kensington Market became a key gathering place for Portuguese immigrants. They were the second-largest group to settle in Kensington Market following the Jewish…

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  • Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Art Show by the Mooka’am Team

    By John-Paul Ricchio On Thursday September 21st, Charlene Avalos, a dear family friend who has worked for the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto for several years, graciously invited me to an art exhibition. This event was supported by the Mooka’am Clinic to showcase the artistic talents of community members. Charlene explained to me…

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  • Canada’s Rock of Fame 2023 Inductees On the Red Carpet

    Here at Toronto Scoop we love a good red carpet affair, especially one covered in beloved Canadian musicians. Last night, that’s exactly what unfolded at Massey Hall – the induction of 13 Canadian rock legends into Canada’s Walk of Fame. From the raw rock spirit of the ’70s embodied by bands like April Wine and…

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  • Hector’s Taverna in Supermarket Bar

    Hector’s Taverna in Kensington Market has quickly become a local favourite for rustic Greek classics. Operating out of the Supermarket Bar’s kitchen, this eatery officially opened its doors on August 14th. Their menu includes souvlaki, fried halloumi, lamb, chicken, and beef gyro, Greek beef meatballs, and this very popular grilled chicken wrap paired with house-cut…

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  • Courage My Love in Kensington Market

    Courage My Love opened in Kensington Market in 1975, and in 1994 it was the first vintage store my friend Steph and I ever shopped in. We took the subway downtown and bought matching sleeveless houndstooth dresses and I still wear mine to this day. Steph also bought cowboy boots and a fascinator that she…

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  • The Spontaneous Prose Store: Poet for Hire

    Like Giuseppe, the Italian poet who writes dollar-a-poem love verses that Anthony falls for in HBO’s “And Just Like That,” a similar service is available by a Toronto writer. Meet Kaile H. Glick of the Spontaneous Prose Store. You’ll find this skilled poet for hire at their typewriter at various spots throughout the city including…

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  • Yonge Street Music History Murals

    I worked on a project this week that filmed in some of the most beautiful and historic buildings in Toronto, including the Carlu at Yonge and College. Across the street from the Carlu, there is a building at 423 Yonge Street with stunning 22-story murals on the north and south sides. The murals, designed by…

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  • ‘Big Trash Animals’ Series by Bordalo II in Toronto

    It is very exciting to have our very own Bordalo in Toronto, in the heart of Little Portugal. This astonishing rabbit mural created from street garbage is one of 195 murals around the world that make up Bordalo II’s “Big Trash Animals” series. Bordalo II is artist Artur Bordalo, who was born in 1987 in…

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  • Red Moon Bakery Mural Controversy in South Etobicoke

    A new mural located outside Red Moon Bakery at Lakeshore Boulevard West and Fifth Street has become the centre of controversy since it recently went up. The artwork features influential rappers Sidhu Moose Wala, Tupac Shakur, and Biggie Smalls alongside acting legends Al Pacino as Tony Montana from “Scarface,” and Marlon Brando as Vito Corleone…

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  • All Things Creative Boutique in Mimico

    The lovely white cotton dress hanging outside this shop caught my eye, and Tina Turner’s “Proud Mary” drew me into All Things Creative on Mimico Avenue. This one-of-a-kind boutique caters to women of all shapes and sizes, providing a diverse range of designs to suit every style preference. This gorgeous store offers a shopping experience…

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George Pimentel’s Legendary Lens: A Tribute to 30 Years of Celebrity Photography

“I never hid in the bushes – I created an energy and gained respect.” These words were spoken by legendary photographer George Pimentel during his conversation with Suzanne Boyd at the unveiling of his exhibit, “30 Years of Red Carpet Style”. They reflect his gracious way of earning the trust of celebrities. The event marked a remarkable milestone in his career as he shared insights and anecdotes with the audience, drawing them into his world of iconic photography…

Denzel Washington at “The Equalizer” Premiere, 2014. Photo: George Pimental
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