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The Sweet Oven Butter Tarts: One Of A Kind Winter Show 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—the One of a Kind Winter Show. This year, it’s bigger than ever, bringing back that pre-pandemic vibe with artisans showcasing their incredible creations. While heading up and down the aisles I saw a sign declaring The Best Butter Tarts in Canada and had to make a stop…
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Market 707: Outdoor Street Food Market in Toronto
I shared a portion of this mural on Instagram last week and several people asked me where it was in the city. It’s located at Dundas and Bathurst in Market 707, a collection of more than 20 vendors offering services and counter-serve food stands in shipping containers. I first visited Market 707 shortly after it…
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Visiting Casa Loma in Winter
Did you know there is a 98-room castle nestled on a hill in the middle of Toronto, built by a 19th century multimillionaire who ended up bankrupt by his dream palace? Recently a production I was working on was shooting scenes at the famous Casa Loma castle, and I was reminded how remarkable it is…
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The Canadian Tire Christmas Trail
After three seasons. the Canadian Tire Christmas Trail has permanently closed. It was definitely worth the effort trying to get tickets to this very popular drive-through journey through twinkling lights and stunning Christmas interactive displays. The Canadian Tire Christmas Trail is located right next to Black Creek Pioneer Village at 1000 Murray Ross Parkway. The…
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Official Tree Lighting in Toronto 2021 in Bloor-Yorkville
One of my favourite areas of the city to visit for holiday light magic is Yorkville. It’s already sparkling away and the official tree lighting hasn’t even happened yet! That’s this Saturday November 27th, from 5-7pm at the Village of Yorkville Park (Cumberland St. & Bellair St.) One of my favourite Canadian artists, Kiesza, is…
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Toronto Christmas Market in the Distillery District
All afternoon I was distracted from the boring things I had to do because I couldn’t wait to see the giant tree at the Toronto Christmas Market in the Distillery District. This event is free to attend and absolutely beautiful. Go at night, the lights are spectacular. The tree is perfect: massive and sparkling. It…
