Author: John Tan

Beef Shin BBQ | Photo: John Tan

Just before TIFF, America Restaurant opened in the heart of Toronto’s financial district, halfway up the Trump Hotel Toronto on the 31st floor. Formerly Stock Restaurant, it was reborn through the partnership of INK Entertainment and Oliver & Bonancini Restaurants, undergoing a complete transformation in less than two weeks. On Thursday, November 6th, we were invited to discover the tastes that America had to offer.

Basil Hayden's, Jim Beam Devil's Cut, Knob Creek Straight Bourbon, Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve | Photo: John Tan

On October 29th, we were fortunate to attend an intimate bourbon tasting, featuring a selection of Jim Beam bourbons. And what better place to have this tasting than at Aft Kitchen & Bar, a neighbourhood restaurant in Queen East specializing in classic comfort food.

Eyes Wide Shut, Stanley Kubrick Exhibition | Photo: John Tan

TIFF‘s annual fundraising event, BOOMBOX, once again brings awareness to major exhibition’s opening. Last year, the exhibition was in celebration of the work of Canadian David Cronenberg. This year, it’s an exhibition dedicated to the creative genius and film legacy of Stanley Kubrick.

Mini cupcakes with vanilla icing and hand-painted chocolates by Lollicakes | Photo: Nick Lee

The 19th edition of Eat to the Beat – held on October 21st at Roy Thompson Hall – had extra significance this year, as Willow Breast & Hereditary Cancer Support was also celebrating its 20th birthday. Eat to the Beat is an important fundraising and awareness event for Willow, having raised more than $3.5 million in the past twenty years.

What are you doing this Halloween? If you’re looking for something fun and out of the ordinary, here’s some news for you – Evil Dead – The Musical is returning to Toronto at the Randolph Theatre, for a limited, 13 performance engagement.

Kujira Izakaya

Kujira Japanese Cuisine opened its doors in Yorkville just before the Labour Day weekend. On Friday, October 10, we finally had the chance to visit to discover what Kujira promises – a harmonious fusion of authentic Eastern flavours with Western modern flair.

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