Category Archives: Blog

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    Cassandra Hope ~ Personal Training

    Cassandra is a friend of mine and neighbor who has created a private personal training studio right on Carlaw.  From the first time you look at her you can tell this girl must really know what she is doing.  She claims to be able to get individuals in to the best shape of their life Continue Reading

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    Fuel Nutrition

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    This past summer I had the pleasure of meeting Bruce, owner of Fuel Nutrition, at a cottage. We had an absolute blast including enjoying one of Bruce’s morning Boot Camps! Bruce is also famous for his Spin class that he does at Quad Fitness (insert address). One look at Bruce and you wonder what the Continue Reading

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    McGugans Pre-Grand Opening Success

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    The Pre-Grand Opening of McGugans last night was class! It was packed wall to wall and had a great buzz going for hours. City TV news was there to capture the live playing of the bagpipes along with a traditional Scottish reading of “Ode to a Haggis”. This of course was then followed by a Continue Reading

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    The Butchers of Leslieville

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    Strickland’s Choice Meats  Strickland’s is a classic, old school Butcher shop that has been in business long before the term Leslieville even existed. Two brothers currently own and operate the shop that their father started many moons ago.  They certainly know what they are doing! Order your turkey’s well in advance for Christmas and Thanksgiving. Continue Reading

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    What is the east end of Toronto’s next big thing?

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    Wondering what the most upcoming strip in Toronto’s east end? We will have to go with Gerrard Street Through Riverdale going east and right through Little India. Recent businesses to open include Starbucks,GBK,Lazy Daizy Cafe, Grinder,Projection Booth (info here) ,the funky Zero Gravity Circus and Sideshow Cafe ,  and coming soon includes a Pub and a Continue Reading

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    Featured Coffee Spot

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    Looking for a good cuppa in the hood?  A must try (one of my personal favs) Mercury Espresso Bar @ 915 Queen Street East.  Handcrafted espresso and coffees from around the world.  You must try a cortado.  It is thick and creamy with a balanced flavour that brings out the espresso but softens the bitterness. Yummy!

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    Good Bye Red Rocket!

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    It is with teary eyes that we say good bye to one of my fav coffee shops in the east end. Its around the corner from my childrens school (duke) and makes the best coffee, not to mention the fantastic hot chocolate w/ gummy worms! They have looked for a less expensive lease and wound Continue Reading

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    Leslieville Dog Zone

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    Greenwood Park Off Leash launched! If you haven’t been over to check out the new improved Greenwood Park I would recommend you do so. Especially if you have a dog! The Park’s revamp project is well underway and included a new off leash area which has recently been completed The area features modern fencing, new trees, Continue Reading