KAWS exhibit at AGO a cool mix of pop culture, street art, branding etc. for a very contemporary fun feel.

Pizza parties! I had one for my birthday and it was a big success. Better than a potluck.

"EATALY! Finally got a chance to go there, with my god daughter Erica on our Toronto adventure

JKT's Fav this Friday from Julie: "Fall colours and turkeys :). I took these pictures mostly on a bike ride and I had to keep stopping in awe." The golden season is quite short, lasting for only a couple weeks. […]

ice cream shop run by two sisters on Parliament Street called Good Gang Ice Cream.

Favourite Friday! Attention all you East Enders! #jktfavourites = Getting a new haircut at my fave hair salon (conveniently at Danforth & Linnsmore). Yosh and Sophie are amazing - met Yosh almost 25 years ago in Yorkville when we were […]

I made it a point to visit Lambo’s Deli & Grocery at the corner of Bellwoods & Dundas.

Art Gallery of Ontario, with its wide range of exhibits and interesting curated shows. Recently, I attended the Cassatt McNicholl Art Show.

Favourite item for the whole family! Amazing Blue Wagon that carries it/them all - groceries, toys, snack, kids, heavy backpacks, ice skates even paddle boards! On foot, in a car, in the streetcar...Here's some photos with Mary and a blue […]

Enchilados Taqueria – while touring new home listings in the Keelesdale neighbourhood.

Double Rainbow in Swansea! I was walking in Swansea on a rainy Simcoe Day to return home at twilight to find a magnificent Double Rainbow by my building. Had to take a photo of it. Awesome!

The Rising Sun Redbud. It’s such a beautiful tree, I don’t know why we don’t see more.

In Burlington stop at Easterbrook’s to enjoy a Wonder Dog at their old-fashioned soda bar counter.

Ooni mini gas fired pizza oven for gourmet stone baked homemade ‘za.

I needed a break from work fun to take in another pleasure – heading over to Geary Avenue north of Dupont Street in the Davenport neighbourhood – Blood Brothers Brewing

What better way to spend a cold, rainy work day in Roncesvalles than to head to Musoshin Ramen. Tuckered into a delish hot bowl of their specialty ramen – Ajitawa Musoshin Ramen.

Mary & I enjoyed with some fun foodie friends the retro menu and food at Dotty's.

A "GOOD NEWS ONLY" tip from Emily: Two Instagram accounts that bring a smile and sometimes tear to your eye on a daily basis! The Goodnews Movement (@goodnews_movement) and Upworthy  (@Upworthy) both post feel good news and stories happening across […]

Scrumptious Friday breakfast consisting of gratin dauphinois layered with fresh cooked eggs and fresh thyme garnish

Julie's Fav Things Friday: "Getting a pedi with Mares at Sway in Roncy. Not really our bailiwick but it was fun - especially the ultimate massage chairs! Not walking home without shoes on was not a highlight - haha."

An inspiration for a little trip from Jay: "Enjoying stay by the Bay in my hometown of Hamilton. Discovering a nature walk along the shore of Hamilton Harbour. Across the Bay was a fun visit to Burlington’s Royal Botanical Garden. […]

From their authentic foods, baked goods and bakery to their quick, friendly and efficient service, this place is a must in the Mimico area.

Julie's Favourite Thing Friday Quordle! I know last year I mentioned that I was hooked on Wordle from NYT. Well, it was a bit of a game changer to learn about Quordle. You solve 4 x 5 letter word puzzles […]

Emily's Favourite - How to get a good night sleep: BOSE Sleepbuds! If you live with a snorer or are a light sleeper, these are incredible! Super comfortable to sleep in, comes with three different size tips. They are noise […]

Nelson's Favourite Thing Friday: Winter Scenery! Most of us wish for winter to pass quickly because of the cold, but the views are beautiful. If you’re surrounded by greenery and going for a walk or driving in or out of […]

This Friday recommendation from Julie for the all puzzle enthusiasts out there: My Bits and Pieces - Puzzle Tabletop Easel. This has a bit of MAGIC in it too! It is almost unbelievable that the pieces stay in place as […]

Jay's Friday Favourite and a tip for a stroll - synagogue on Maria Street – Congregation Knesseth Israel. Commonly known as the Junction Shul.

A cute café in the Junction, steps from the Dundas West subway station.

It obviously has been a thing for a while, but I have discovered Facebook Marketplace! Tidy up in the New Year!

The Needoh ball. Delightfully satisfying stress ball, great for kids and relieving stress.

Camping in winter! Nelson has a great idea how... One of my favourite things to do is camping. During these colder days, the thought of sitting by an open fire with a beer and roasting marshmallows is what I think […]

Julie's Favourite Thing Friday - Glerups - Danish Wool Fet Slips. Mary & I love these Danish wool felt slips. Seems like I see them everywhere now! (that is my reticular activator working hard) We had to get another set […]

Jay's Favourite Thing Friday - Amazing combination of art and architecture - Musee D'Orsay I look forward to one of my favourite things – returning to the City of Lights, Paris – and visiting the many museums. One of my […]

It's beginning to look like Christmas and here is Jay's Favourite: At the invitation of friends, I joined them at the Swedish Christmas Fair celebration at Daniels Spectrum in Regent Park. Wonderful time. I enjoyed the choir singing, many vendors, […]

Julie recommends this Friday: Kops Records - you can online shop their catalogue of vintage vinyl. And then they magically arrive on your doorstep. Definitely one of the best shops in Toronto and offer free shipping Canada wide! Records are […]

This Friday tasty recommendation from Emily: Cicchetto Liquori - pronounced Chi-keh-toe. This delicious small batch liqueur is made by a friend of my brother and available at only select retailers and at the bar of another of my favourite things, […]

Healthy tip for this weekend from Holly: "Owl and Goose Green Smoothies! When I don’t feel like cooking, they are an easy way to get my greens. Local and fresh, with no preservatives." More info  

Julie's favourite - “Day after Halloween” - "we’re the neighbourhood all brings their pumpkins for the parade to Sorauren Park! I arrived early this year which was fun as it gets super packed with rows and rows of pumpkins and […]

This Friday from Jay: The Three Speed - Cool! Cool! Cool! Stumbled upon The Three Speed with a friend the other night in Bloordale Village. Funky atmosphere, an intimate warm spot that serves great cocktails, and a diverse menu with […]

A favourite from Holly: Warm and brilliant Autumn days that surprise us after the cold and gray. It's not over yet!

Grett choice of audio books and ebooks can be found in Toronto Public Library.

Julie's new favourite thing: Our customized Market Bag from Apolis - it was a gift from Sarah Macrae-Blakeley and Ken Blakeley. We love it - with our cottage name on it! Perfect for carrying our towels and stuff on the […]

This week Jay's favourite - Great hot cup of coffee - just the right thing for the autumn days. From Jay: "I worked at the JKT’s exciting new listing at 45 Havelock Street this week. I made my way down […]