Nice game last night between the Raptors and Philly. Raps lead most of the way and won 106-97 behind some very balanced scoring from Bargnani, Bosh, Ford, Parker and Calderon. I was really impressed at how athletic and quick the 76ers were. They’re one or two vets (or years) away from making some noise in [...]

My good friend, Heather, raves about her buddy’s little resto in Parkdale, Cafe Taste, who’s owner’s passion for French press coffee runs very deep. When I visited and had a cup (or 3) I just assumed it was an arduous process because the coffee tasted better than any cup I’ve ever had. The aroma, richness [...]

Now first off, I’m not a celebrity kinda guy. In all modestly, I’ve met a few – Diddy, Gangstarr, the cast of Dallas (when I was 7), Jamie Foxx, etc. – and just like every other good Canadian, you smile and keep your composure because you know these are just regular people and they would [...]

Technically not my ‘hood, but a block or so north of me begins West Queen West (or what we just call, Queen West) my favorite neighbourhood in the city, featured in this New York Times travel piece. The article covers off some personal faves including MoCCA and Czhehoski (where I celebrated my birthday last year) [...]

My buddy Brendan Lynch, an amazing photographer and camera aficionado, will have two of his captures on display at the Steam Whistle Brewery Gallery until July 30th. Funds raised are in support of the fight against Cancer in Canada. Please come out and check out Brendan’s work as well as prints from some of Canada’s [...]

Thanks to Porter getting access to fly into Newark, I’m gonna be visiting a whole lot more.

A final thought before I leave for my vacation where I’ll (unfortunatley) be completely disconnected from what’s happening in the NBA Playoffs. Chris Broussard, a very respected sports journalist for ESPN, had some interesting words today after the Raps suffered a blowout loss in Game 3 of their opening round series against the Nets. “Cleveland [...]

Looks like there’s a charge to bring more variety to Toronto’s street eats beyond sausages and hot dogs. The Rubino brothers are all for it.

Some shots of Toronto on this cold, cold Valentine’s Day.

One thing I love about Toronto is the food. Toronto Life breaks down the best of it.