Hit the Books

These gripping hardcovers will keep you under the covers with anticipation.

I Siciliani by Lou Quattro
Lou Quattro’s time in Tuscany thrust him into the passionate, powerful environment of the Sicilian; an experience that inspired him to write this novel on the cognizant culture. www.friesenpress.com

Paris a Love Story by Kati Marton
In Kati Marton’s enchanting memoir, Paris plays the poetic backdrop to a life tangled with romance, shattered hearts and fresh beginnings. www.simonandschuster.ca

1982 by Jian Ghomeshi
Exploring the soundtrack of his life, Jian Ghomeshi, host of CBC’s Q, Read more

Maple Auto Mall Grand Opening

On Aug. 18, 2012, Zanchin Automotive Group officially unveiled Maple Auto Mall − the latest addition to its group of 27 premier dealerships. Festivities kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by Mary Garofalo, correspondent for CTV. Guests enjoyed finger-licking barbecue, courtesy of the Knights of Columbus, and delicious Italian food from Rome’n Chariot. Read more

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Bursting with fresh colours, bold patterns and striking attitude, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York rocked the runways and wowed fashion lovers. Vera Wang, Carlos Miele and Naeem Khan brought a flush of culture and colour with Indian-inspired masterpieces; fairy tale couture is making a comeback thanks to designers Oscar de la Renta and Carolina Herrera; and a barrel of hot trends can be chalked up to Betsey Johnson, the queen of fun. The coming months will see a rush of brilliant colours, and fashionistas will play a little truth-or-dare with the upcoming leather and cut-out trends. This trend report promises a season stuffed with fun ways to twist the classics and add personal touches. Here is your chance to glimpse your year’s shopping list! Read more

Leading Lady

Recently spotted at the Toronto International Film Festival to promote her new film Anna Karenina, actress Keira Knightley is the epitome of glamour. Her bold eyebrows and vibrant lips are right on trend this season. Professional makeup artist Rita Stirpe suggests the following products to achieve Knightley’s look:

1. Highlight your cheekbones and create a subtle glow with Benefit’s Dallas bronzer. www.sephora.com
2. This limited edition Lipglass in “Restless” can be worn over lipstick for long-lasting shine. www.maccosmetics.com
3. Recreate Knightley’s smouldering eyes with the 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Perversion. www.urbandecay.com
4. Red lips exude confidence and complement Knightley’s dark features. Try MAC’s Mattene Lipstick in Rouge Eden. Read more

The Laser Generation

Today’s generation has come to expect results that are as effective to our self-confidence as they are efficient to our busy schedules. Specializing in the beauty industry’s most innovative skin care systems, The Laser Generation Anti-Aging Clinic stays ahead of the curve with groundbreaking alternatives that not only garner immediate approval, but are also non-invasive. “We strive to offer the best, the latest, the most comfortable and effective treatments to our clients,” says Suzie Swica, owner and director of clinical services of The Laser Generation.

Recently joining its impressive collection of rejuvenation and resurfacing treatments is the Icon Aesthetic System and the Acleara Acne Clearing System, two highly advanced treatment platforms from laser research leader Palomar Medical. The Laser Generation is one Read more

An Enchanting Tempest: Amaluna

A stage is subtly illuminated with dreamy, oceanic colours; posing in its midst is a sparkling glass bowl of water. Above, an intricate web of ropes and harnesses sway lightly in mid-air, and off to the side, an acrobat stretches her muscles in quiet preparation.

This is the unusually still, silent stage of Amaluna, Cirque du Soleil’s latest sensation. In a matter of days, the theatre will be brought to life with marvels beyond onlookers’ wildest imaginations. For now it waits; a fantasy world undiscovered.

The term Amaluna means “mother moon” — a title that certainly fits the out-of-this-world show, which sports mind-bending acrobatic feats and tantalizing visuals. Director Diane Paulus brings the performance back down to earth with acts deeply inspired by Shakespeare’s The Read more

Gasper Barone: Feel the Hype

Local boy Gasper Barone sits at a corner table in the Moose & Firkin as classic pop/rock hits fuel a sparsely populated but lively room. It’s a fitting backdrop, considering his first solo album, Hype, reverberates with era-spanning sound.

Pleasant and soft-spoken, Barone details the two-year process developing his six-song EP. “I’m not content with just enough,” he says. “I like perfection.” But for Barone, 30, perfection isn’t about a polished sound. It’s about capturing the moment, seizing the emotion at hand and translating it into something raw and visceral.

This attitude is evident throughout Hype’s palpable twanging and upbeat melodies. From the B-52’s-inspired Words Get In The Way, to the folky, rhythmic strumming of A Letter Across Continents, to the Read more

Close to Home

Cristina Piccirillo’s journey in the world of finance began 15 years ago. As a reputable mortgage broker with Dominion Lending Centres, she has developed a devoted clientele that depends on her expert advice for their most important purchase. “Helping my clients achieve their goals is truly rewarding,” says Piccirillo, who’s committed and dedicated to achieving client goals and satisfaction.

Whether you’re buying or refinancing a home, weighing the pros and cons of a vacation property or managing your home during a difficult time, Piccirillo delivers first-rate service in a timely, professional manner. “Your mortgage is one of your biggest expenses, which is why we’re here to help provide people with the best interest rate and mortgage terms that we possibly can,” she says, adding that clients can save a substantial amount on the term of their mortgage by Read more

The Crux of the Matter

“What led me to where I am right now is kind of a circuitous journey,” says Dr. Andrew McCallum. The chief coroner for Ontario is sitting in a large, antiquated boardroom that’s covertly connected to his personal office in downtown Toronto. Behind him is a bookshelf brimming with encyclopedia-sized texts that advise on cerebral subjects such as expert evidence, fractures, forensic medicine and poisonings. From the strict security check-in to the closed-mouthed hallways, it’s the makings of a CSI: Crime Scene Investigation episode — but as McCallum contests, he’s no Al Robbins. “The big difference is that we focus on stuff that wouldn’t make great television but what really matters. I’m talking about, ‘how do you keep people alive?’”

What he means by “circuitous” is that after finishing medical school, Read more

Neece Electrolysis & Laser Studio

Everyone wants to achieve his or her best self yet, but the challenges of daily life make it hard to keep up with appearances. Neece Electrolysis founder Angela Martino takes her clients from flab to fab in just 45 minutes with a star treatment readily available at her clinic. A firm start to your day begins with VersaSlim, an innovative body reshaping treatment that breaks down fat cells to contour your curves and promote inch loss. While the level of benefit varies within each individual, VersaSlim provides a non-invasive, pain-free option for rapid results in as little as eight sessions.

Following this treatment, Martino shakes things up by incorporating the T-Zone Vibration Machine. This highly effective device complements the body reduction efforts of VersaSlim while increasing metabolism, burning more calories and stimulating the Read more

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