Comments Off on Marilyn: Forever Blonde, Forever Remembered
“Hollywood is a place where they’ll pay you a thousand dollars for a kiss and fifty cents for your soul. I know, because I turned down the first offer often enough and held out for the fifty cents”.
The original blonde bombshell, Marilyn Monroe, had once famously explained with wit out of frustration from being labeled by the very industry that propelled her to stardom. Even after 53 years since her untimely death, she is still revered and now celebrated in Nu Musical Productions’ one-woman show, Marilyn: Forever Blonde. Starring the acclaimed Sunny Thompson, Marilyn was reborn on stage at the historic Winter Garden Theatre last week. Continue reading→
Comments Off on Young professionals flock to the first ever Suitcase Party for the Children’s Aid Foundation
More and more, young professionals are getting involved in charitable causes, and so what a great idea it was for the Children’s Aid Foundation to conceive an event targeted at young professionals. Hence, the first ever Suitcase Party was born, held at The Citizen on February 11th, 2015. It was a very exclusive event, with only 650 tickets available which sold out quickly.
Those who chose to purchase VIP tickets were able to attend the VIP hour from 6-7 pm. During this time guests enjoyed open bar privileges with wine and beer. Complimentary cocktails were served by sponsors Gentleman Jack and Blue Hour, including an Irish-inspired creation using the captured smoke from burning wood chips, La Hora Azul-Blue® Tequila Anejo, espresso, Bailey’s Irish Cream, and butterscotch schnapps, finally topped off with sponge toffee crumble.
Oysters from Rodney’s Oysters
Smoking wood chips for the Blue Hour in Ireland cocktail
Food served throughout the night included mini grilled cheese sandwiches, fries, and fresh oysters from King West favourite, Rodney’s Oysters. There were also popsicles and fruit bars to snack on.
Mini grilled cheese sandwiches
Oysters from Rodney’s Oysters
Silent auction items
At 7 pm, the venue started to get packed, with the remaining young professionals arriving, every one of them dressed to impress. They came to not only support the Children’s Aid Foundation, but also for the chance to network with the leaders in their industries, and each other. Aside from networking, attendees could participate in the silent auction for various items geared to the young professional crowd, including tickets to OVO Fest, a Canada Goose jacket, tech gadgets, and sports memorabilia. They also had the chance to be playful and have their pictures taken at one of two photo booths, hosted by Notable and Air Canada.
Air Canada was the official airline sponsor, hence the travel-themed name of the event. Three sets of lucky winners were drawn on the night, going on one of three luxury getaways to either Miami, Las Vegas, or New York. Another desired prize was the 18-karat gold diamond ring, courtesy of sponsor Royal de Versailles.
Congratulations to the organizers of the first ever Suitcase Party for a successful sold-out event. A good time was had by all, and more importantly, over $53,000 was raised for the Children’s Aid Foundation, going towards Canada’s most abused and neglected children.
Comments Off on World of Whisky Lounge at The Forth
The Forth restaurant presented a “World of Whisky Lounge” event on February 5th, 2015 featuring whisky and rye varieties from around the world. Spirits from Canada, United States, Scotland, Ireland, Japan, and India were represented at the event and were been paired with some scrumptious creations from Chef Zach Albertsen. Continue reading→
Comments Off on Highlights of the 2015 CIAS Auto Show
On now until Feb 22, 2015, there’s many reasons that the CIAS Canadian International Auto Show draws in the crowds: you could be looking for your next car to buy right now, or your next dream car to buy in the near future. Or just take in the beautiful designs. Here are our favourites from the North and South Buildings of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Continue reading→
Comments Off on Samsung X Campagnolo Restaurant: A culinary experience with the newest wearable technology
For something different, I was part of an interesting and intimate cooking meets wearable tech lunch event hosted by Samsung Canada on February 5, 2015. While we got briefed on the culinary session with Campagnolo’s owner, Chef Craig Harding, we tried the soon to be released, duo Samsung Galaxy Note Edge smartphone and also the Samsung Gear S wristband. Continue reading→
