March 2013
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REVEALING The Early RENAISSANCE @ the Art Gallery...
Revealing the Early Renaissance: Stories and Secrets in Florentine Art is a large-scale exhibition that brings together an unrivalled collection of more than 90 paintings, manuscripts, sculptures and stained glass from the 4th century, many of which have never travelled before. The exhibition is presented in partnership with the J. Paul Getty Museum and the Art Gallery of Ontario. March 16 - June...
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DX32013 Digital Forum & the best Geek Parties
The Greeters, Nick Badgett (Sr. Manager Field marketing) at the ExactTarget after party held at Horizon’s Restaurant atop the CN Tower
The private affair was predominantly attended by client guests from all over North America and they appreciated the night sky view
Vanessa Pereira, Janine Chin, Drew Bailie and David Zakrewski
Speeches were given by Michael Annett & colleague
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BUYTOPIA Swings into the New Year with a...
Sari Colt & friends at the BUYTOPIA party during the DX32013 conference
Carmina & Shalabh of Buytopia provided the beautiful jewellery that was gifted to guests.
BUYTOPIA founders Anatoly Melnichuk, Michele Romanow and Ryan Muvrin
Dave Shafrir of Clever Fox and Tony Rothschild of Saveland
Michele Romanow, Dave Shafrir with girlfriend, Yael Savion
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LOVE HER ~ in Support of Ovarian Cancer
This was the slogan for the recent Ovarian Cancer Fundraiser held at Corus Quay (next to Sugar Beach) and sugary it was ~ that sand moves indoors in the freezing winter months and coats everything in Redpath sugary deliciousness. It was a delightful event of sweet fashion styles that sprung sunshine into an otherwise FREEZZZZING night. Ovarian Cancer is considered the overlooked cancer in that...
February 2013
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Ralph Lauren in Pictures @ Harry Rosen~Black Label...
Harry Rosen’s flagship Bloor Street store was the place to be for the unveiling of Ralph Lauren’s rare photographs. The collection of images features the designer over the years at home, with his legendary car collection and other intimate shots of his life by renowned photographers such as Bruce Weber. The exhibition will remain open to the public until March 6th. It will then move to...
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Corktown's Extension Room First Year Anniversary...
Corktown’s Extension Room Fitness and Dance Studio marked it’s first year anniversary with an exemplary celebration. Guests were treated to a evening of cultural arts with an eclectic range of performances from local dance, opera and circus artists. Settled in the newly-ascribed Corktown ‘hood - think Parliament Queen/King/Eastern, the Extension Room has become a fave spot to...
Husbands vs Bachelors @ The Perry
The Perry Presentation Gallery was the venue for the Husbands vs Bachelors pre Valentine’s Day Soiree by the Mansouri sisters. Stunning hostess Ainsley Kerr judged the bouquets for Toronto’s Hottest Men and hot they were. Bachelors & husbands competed with elegant floral arrangements to win the highest bid with proceeds going to Rethink Breast Cancer.
The diverse Floral...
Toronto Black Film Festival Launched with Nairobi...
Cool, International, Independent, politically incorrect and eye-opening, the 1st Toronto Black Film Festival is about discovery. Not to disappoint, and true to their promise, the incredible and amazing, “Nairobi Half Life” invited viewers to experience the reason why an African nation refers to Nairobi as “Nairobbery”. Not only was this a supremely well-written screenplay...
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After Dark: The Tale of Cherry Noir @ The Thompson...
The place to be on a snow-blizzard night was the Thompson Hotel sipping GREY GOOSE’s newest entrance into the vodka wars ~ Cherry Noir! Touted as the ‘cherry on top’ of all flavoured vodkas, the cocktails with such names as Soiree Noir, Cherry Collins, Saison D’Amere and more pleased a satiated packed crowd!
GREY GOOSE Cherry Noir
Stacey Mckenzie (Fashion Model) is...
January 2013
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IDS13 Wins Again as The Go-To Show for Designers,...
The Interior Design Show is always a packed out event that draws all types of lovers of everything haute design. Opening night party main stage music was curated by sheVISIONS (http://www.shevisions.net) and featured Saidah Baba Talibah, Eon Sinclair aka the Soul Proprietor and DJ Filly. In keeping with the IDS13 theme of ‘Canadiana’ sheViISIONS Canucked it out of the park with...
December 2012
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Riverdale Share Concert @ The Danforth Music Hall
Riverdale Share Concert this Sunday, December 9th @ 3 PM $20
This is always a great family event! Purchase tickets at www.ticketmaster.ca or 1-855-985-5000 Great music, food & cheer!
November 2012
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Tiffany's Is ART! Edward Burtynsky
Since 1837 Tiffany & Co., masterpieces have defined style and glamour throughout the world. The recent cocktail party hosted by Andrea Hopson (VP of Tiffany & Co. Canada) was in celebration of world-renowned Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky, the 2012 recipient of the Tiffany Mark Award. The award merits recognition of those who have dedicated themselves to the improvement of their...
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Alexander McQueen RIP ~ His Style is ETERNAL
Christian Dior ~ Paris
You can’t see me in the VIP! This is what I am all about! Haute Couture! Please respect the fabrication! RAF SIMONS for the House of DIOR is doing well considering he’s very young and in my eyes still an apprentice! ENJOY! Oh, and I recommend you watch the entire show
http://www.dior.com/magazine/en_gb/Show2
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Uniun Club Opening - Sexy Adult Club Takes Over
The swooping overtake of the former Devil’s Martini (Adelaide & Portland laneway) is one of Charles Khabouth’s most brilliant moves of recent takeovers! One magically wand-shaking by Mr. Club Czar and abracadabra please and thank you ~ Sexy Successful Society Spot-on!
As CLUBCRAWLERS.COM described Uniun: mature, young professionals, casual, artsy, trendy, sophisticated.
I can see...
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UK Artist Jo Longhurst WINS the 2012 Grange Prize...
Stacey Mackenzie acts as MC for Canada’s largest photography prize which was awarded to UK artist, JO LONGHURST. The GRANGE PRIZE is the only major Canadian art prize that is determined by a public vote! Mackenzie is wearing Keith Haring!
Check out Jo Longhurst on YouTube <iframe width=”560” height=”315”...
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tiff. ~ Designing 007: Fifty Years of Bond Style
Bond Martini Thursdays kicked off this week at LUMA, TIFF Bell Lightbox. You can make a night of it by purchasing tickets to view the landmark exhibit ~ Designing 007: Fifty Years of Bond Style.
In celebration of James Bond’s 50th anniversary the exhibit offers visitors an experiential journey into the evolution of James Bond and the franchise’s indelible influence on design, culture...
October 2012
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FASHION 35 YEARS Bringing the WORLD of Fashion...
CELEBRATING 35 YEARS OF BRINGING THE WORLD OF FASHION HOME - from the runways of NEW YORK, LONDON, MILAN and PARIS
The Fermenting Cellar in the Distillery District was the best location for the 35th anniversary party
Stacey McKenzie superbly models an exquisite look in both her dress, hair & makeup
35 Years of Fashion is glorified on a huge poster that hung over the dance floor
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7th Annual Chocolate Ball Gala @ the Roy Thomson...
THE CHOCOLATE BALL www.torontochocolatefestival.com moved into the Roy Thomson Hall this year after six years on the waterfront at the historical Palais Royale. “Where Savoury and Sweet Meet” ~ Chocolate stations by participating chefs and chocolatiers included: Culinary Adventure Company with chef Scott Savoie; The King Edward Hotel with chef Joe Grado; Vertical Restaurant with chef...
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Art with Heart at the Carlu ~ Fundraiser for Casey...
TD was the presenting sponsor the annual fundraiser ~ ART WITH HEART FOR CASEY HOUSE
Many of Canada’s Finest Canadian contemporary artists donate their works of art to be auctioned for the cause!
A hand-detailed Kent Monkman limited edition was also available for sale.
“…The range of artists who are committed to Art with Heart is growing constantly, and it’s a really strong mix. It’s also...
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King Blue Condos ~ Where Swagger Meets Style
The King Blue Condominiums in the heart of King Street West adds a mercurial element to the entire neighbourhood by incorporating what would be a dark alley into the osmosis of its New York style building design.
Easton’s Group President and CEO, Steve Gupta states that his passion for excellence is at the core of this superb structure. His vision was to create something that would fit...
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MICHAEL'S on simcoe! Thursday & Friday Cocktailers...
MICHAEL’S on simcoe is a welcoming destination for the after-work, pre-theatre, post-theatre and fine-dining crowd.
Recently resurrected from the former Monsoon and other resto-novations, this locale is guaranteed to electrocute your senses! With the same effect that stimulates your dancing shoes, the Terrazzo floor is a welcome. Fantastic cuisine, music, decor and hospitality to the...
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Mystical Rainbows, Monocle & Michaels~a...
The evening began whilst walking down Yonge Street near Chaplin Crescent in Toronto when the sky was ABLAZE with a mystical light! I averted my eyes upward to discover a BRILLIANT RAINBOW - not just any rainbow, a FULL CRESCENT (Chaplin Estates Crescent) full-on rainbow!
I was compelled to pull my camera from my purse and do my best to capture such a rare vision. Perhaps a BEAUTIFUL! Urban...
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Taste is a Journey Discovers a New Culinary...
Distinctive Appliances new showroom at SOFA (Source of Furniture & Appliances @ 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga) has the WOW factor with its display of the most luxurious and inventive kitchen appliance designs available today!
Guests were provided with a passport to embark on a journey to various appliance stations and experience the culinary samples to be stamped by these brands; Ariston,...
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Ballerina by Deirdre Kelly ~ Sex, Scandal and...
Behind the Symbol of Perfection is the partial title of the latest scribe by ballet critic/journalist and best-selling author, Deirdre Kelly ~ is an exploration of the rife and strife of this gruelling life. The recent book-launch held poolside at her publicist’s glamorous home, found Kelly wrist-compromised with book signing duties for her many friends and fans ~ a testament to the...
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Bocuse d'Or ~ Hot Chefs Cool Jazz
In support of the auspicious culinary competition Bocuse d’Or 2013 ‘Hot Chefs Cool Jazz’, an event held at the Chef’s House drew an enthusiastic crowd who contribute to Canadian cuisine and Canadian chefs who have earned a place among the world’s culinary elite.
Above: Alex Chen (Canadian candidate Bocuse d’Or 2013) and Vincent Parkinson (Chef de Mission,...
September 2012
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IIDEX Canada's National Design & Architecture...
Canada’s National Design & Architecture Exposition & Conference which ran from September 20-21st @ the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto boasts one of the most serious shows of its kind for both corporate, residential & interior design.
And the always fashionably forward attendees there are the parties that follow. Yes, no less than FIVE After Parties which included Cambria,...
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Terence Stamp Wraps TIFF with the Feel-Good Film...
Terence Stamp Lead actor in closing night gala screening “Song for Marion”
When his beloved wife (Vanessa Redgrave) falls ill, a curmudgeonly retiree (Terence Stamp) must take her place in the local seniors choir, in this hilarious and heartwarming comedy-drama.
This has been one of the greatest closing night parties since the 1980’s! Schmoozing with the ORIGINALS - TIFF...
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TIFF ~ The Red Carpet Shots
Paul Bronfman
Gerard Butler The Iceman After Party
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TIFF ~ WIFT @ CBC Atrium
The annual WIFT (Women in Film & Television) party held at the CBC Atrium was a hotbed of the most influential women working in the biz today.
Invitees included:
Actors: Ali Liebert, Allison Smith, Georgina Reilly, Helene Joy, Katie Boland, Melinda Shankar, Samantha Munro, Tamara Hope, Lara Jean Chorostecki, Lauren Hammersley, Rebecca Jenkins
Personalities: George Stroumboulopoulos, Arlene...
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TIFF ~ Inescapable Post Gala Party @ Blowfish...
INESCAPABLE POST GALA PARTY at BLOWFISH, hosted by GANSEVOORT HOTEL GROUP’S Michael Achenbaum celebrated Canadian Film at TIFF.
At the centre of the evening’s fete were the cast of Inescapable, Alexander Siddig, Marisa Tomei and Canadian actor, Joshua Jackson and Oded Fehr.
The highly anticipated film is a thriller that follows a father (Siddig) who is forced to travel back to the...
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TIFF ~ The Windsor Arms Hotel
Some of the lucky guests that included a mixture of celebs, industry insiders, producers and agents received this amazing Swag!
UGG slippers plus a $50 gift certificate for the Toronto store located across from the hotel on St. Thomas Street
A $100 gift certificate to be used in store at INTERMIX
Tinkled Pink by Saxtonchayse fresh camisole
Perfumes or cologne from Coty (men’s Calvin Klein –...
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TIFF Johnny Depp
WEST OF MEMPHIS PRESS CONFERENCE
When Johnny Depp walked into a roomful of media at the TIFF press conference for West of Memphis -delivering a coffee to director Amy Berg - there was a subtle sense of respect for his decision to attend the Festival to vigorously support this film about extreme injustice.
Berg helmed the riveting and revelatory documentary about the wrongful convictions of the...
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TIFF ~ Eli Roth Hosts the Hollywood Reporter Party
Eli Roth hosted the Hollywood Reporter party which was sponsored by Canon at Brassai on King St. West.
Roth picked up his first super eight camera when he was eight years young. One of the most profitable directors today (Producer-Grindhouse, break in Cabin Fever, starred in Inglorious Bastards).
Whitney Brown, producer with Eli Roth & James Frazer (Technicolor)
Eli Roth & James...
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TIFF Parties Parties Parties Parties! Target Pop...
Target Pop Up Hotel, a boutique property where media and industry gathered between press, premieres and parties was the most relaxing and chilled place over the past opening weekend of TIFF.
A 1960’s Airstream branding the trademark Target bullseye added that hip element that is associated with Target.
The hotel suites are fresh and fun!
The Filmmaker’s Lounge was designed by...
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TIFF Parties Parties Parties Parties!
Snoop Lion Press Conference
At the TIFF press conference for his documentary film REINCARNATED, Snoop Lion had this to say about his new reggae album and his Snoop Dogg days. “This project was about me bringing in the best producers and all the best writers who could bring to life what I wanted to express, which was an album (REINCARNATED) about love, peace and struggle. I always had to...
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TIFF Parties Parties Parties Parties!
The Producer’s Ball at the recently opened Shangri la Hotel was a hotbed of producers who enjoyed the 1920’s themed event.
George Stromboulopoulos CBC Host
Anita Majumder
Charlie Carrick
Emily Hampshire
Amy Matysio
Paul Bronfman
Tara Spencer-Nairn
Yannick Bisson
Luisa D’Oliveira & Chelan Simmons
Kandyse McCllure
Rainbow Sun Franks
TIFF Parties Parties Parties Parties!
DREDD-3D
Olivia Thrilby
Karl Urban
Pete Travis (director)
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TIFF Parties Parties Parties Parties!
Cinematic Arts at the Hyatt Regency
CINEMATIC invites visitors to experience and explore the convergence of art and film from the comfort of their home away from home, the Hyatt Regency Toronto. Coinciding with the universally regarded Toronto International Film Festival,
CINEMATIC participates in the city-wide celebration of the moving image with over 40 film inspired works of art by 15...
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TIFF~ SHANGHAI: from Maverick Director Dibakar...
SHANGHAI from maverick director, Dibakar Banerjee is a winner film!
Principal actor: Abhay Deol Director: Dibakar Banerjee
Shanghai: From the maverick director of Love Sex aur Dhokha comes a searing political drama ñ Shanghai. As an Indian adaptation of Vasillis Vassilikosís explosive and famed polemical novel “Z”, the film transforms and adapts the events of a political murder in Greece 50...
August 2012
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Enter the Tundra ~ Hilton's Redesigned Restaurant
One of Toronto’s longtime favourite hotels revamps their lobby restaurant, Tundra into an untamed Canadian landscape with accents of design pulled from such famed geographical natural phenomena such as the Aurora Borealis and the Northern Lights.
Vancouver Island redwood sphere by west-coast artist Brent Comber, catches your eye upon entrance to the restaurant.
“We wanted to make...
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Partygoers Went Dotty for Marc Jacobs Fragrance...
The Gardiner Museum was the perfect setting on a summer’s night for the launch of the new Marc Jacobs fragrance DOT! Polka dots, butterflies, sunshine - and floral scents made for a romantic evening! The dress code called for Polka Dot attire and the room was awash in pin-dots, circles, bubbles and baubles.
Marc Jacobs new women’s fragrance is a lush, juicy floral fragrance that...
Grand Opening of CHURCH on Church
Last night was the grand opening of the highly anticipated CHURCH on Church (previously George’s Play). Sponsors KetelOne Vodka and Stella Artois made sure guests had drink in hand while DJ Alessandro spun his beats ensuring the young, hot crowd strutted their way to the ample size dance floor. The raw industrial space with wood and metal décor accented the room with glowing candelabras on the...
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It Was a Canad~eh for Film Eh? TIFF Imperial...
The Royal York, Canada’s most historical hotel hosted this 37th Press Conference in the luxurious Imperial Room to announce everything Canadian starting with Telefilm’s amazing ongoing support with Pitch This! & Talent to Watch just for beginners www.telefilm.ca
The Short Cuts Canada presents 44 great short films that are eligible for the Award for Best Canadian Short Film.
The...
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TIFF - It's gonna be tough! To Tell YOU What to...
July 2012
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Kensington Market Pedestrian Sunday
Kensington Market’s Pedestrian Sundays which take place every third Sunday of the month is an experience in multicultural street food vendors, diverse entertainment and the most eclectic group of interesting Toronto characters that make this urban hub one of our most favourites!
This roadster delivers the musical circus vibe of the Market!
Trombones, Banjos, Trumpets! They’re was...
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Toronto International Film Festival Announces....
The 37th Toronto International Film Festival will kick off this year with the edgy-action-thriller, Gala & World Premiere presentation from Rian Johnson USA, LOOPER - guaranteed to blow your mind!
WOOT! Coming Sept. 6-16, 2012 ~ 38 World Premieres, 17 Galas & 45 Special Presentations and...
