Night at the Movies

The Social Network – October 1
Ever wonder how the phenomenon of the social networking site Facebook all started? This film gives you the chance to see into the lives of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg (played by Jesse Eisenberg); Napster co-founder Sean Parker (played by Justin Timberlake), who became Facebook’s founding president; and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin (played by Andrew Garfield), who had a serious fall-out with Zuckerberg over money. Watch how an online social network created on Harvard University’s campus gains popularity and drastically transforms Read more

Castello Ristorante Antico, Woodbridge

If its authentic Italian décor doesn’t catch your eye at first, the enchanting aromas of its superb cuisine will surely lure you into this fine restaurant for a bite.

The elegant Castello Ristorante Antico, owned by Attilio and Maria Polsinelli, holds home to an intimate eating establishment that provides all its visitors with a genuine Italian taste and romantic atmosphere.

As you’re seated by one of the warm and welcoming staff members the candles, dimmed lighting, beautifully set tables and vines sprawling on the sides of the walls around you will all catch your attention. Read more

Raise a Toast to Delightful Drinks

With a bevy of flavour fusions, there’s no reason not to sip on these must-try beverages.

Wellington Special Pale Ale
This attractive ale may look like your average brew in a can but it packs a fusion of citrus and light chocolate flavours unique to most beers. www.lcbo.com

Dab Original Pilsner
Sip on a refreshingly energetic liquid that’s packed with floral aromas and leaves you with a note of liveliness. www.lcbo.com

Mille Lire
Sip on a glass of drinkable luxury by trying this deliciously smooth wine that has lots of fresh fruit tastes and a slightly Read more

I do! Wedding guide

All weddings are special, but yours should stand out from the rest. These items will help personalize the important day on which you say those two special words to the one you want to spend the rest of your life with.

Vic-Tours If you’ve decided to say your vows across the border, don’t miss out on a chance to explore the beautiful destination you’ve chosen before you leave. With the help of Vic-Tours, you’ll be guided throughout the most exquisite tourist areas and attractions. www.victourscr.com

Bird Seed Favors Candied almonds bundled in little bags are way too played out. Try giving your guests something that they’ll remember just as much as your special day with these original Read more

Nikki Yanofsky: Canadian Singing Sensation

Nikki Yanofsky is unlike other singing sensations her age. At 16, her interest in jazz music and love for performing tracks by timeless music legends like Ella Fitzgerald are a far cry from the pop-saturated culture of 21st century music.

Chosen as the voice for “I Believe” – the anthem for the Canadian broadcast of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games – and gracing a worldwide audience of 3.2 billion viewers during her opening performance of “O Canada” at the Games, Yanofsky recalls it as, “one of the most nerve-racking and amazing experiences” she’s had to date.

“Afterwards, I went back to my dressing room and I’m like, ‘OK, mom, dad – you go into the Green Room, I’ll meet you in a second,’ and I called my best friend and just started crying hysterically Read more

Night at the Movies

Grab that buttery popcorn and pick a prime spot as you prepare to indulge in one of these hot new flicks, either at the theatre or in the comfort of your living room.

1. Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps After being locked up for years, Gordon Gekko (Michael Douglas) finds he no longer holds the top spot in the corrupted world he once ruled. Trying to salvage his relationship with his daughter, Gekko creates an alliance with her fiancé, Jacob (Shia LaBeouf), who at first sees Gekko as a father figure and friend but soon learns that Gekko is far from a changed man. www.foxmovies.com

2. The American If you can’t get enough of James Bond, this film is a must-see. Jack (George Clooney), a seasoned assassin and master craftsman of weapons, decides this mission to the Read more

Paula Mendoza Jewelry

To Paula Mendoza, jewelry can completely revolutionize an outfit. Fusions of precious and semi-precious stones mixed with melted and moulded metals make up the beauty and inventiveness of Mendoza’s jewelry. Through travelling in Colombia – her native country – and Halong Bay, Vietnam, Mendoza was inspired by the wonders of nature. These prompted her to create Cave of Wonders, a collection featuring stunning, original looks that embody the natural transformations in nature caused by the elements.
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Fashion Designer Don O’Neill

Having a woman come out of the fitting room and think, ‘Oh my god, I never thought I could look this pretty’ is a striking accomplishment for a designer.

“It’s what’s most important to me,” says Don O’Neill, fashion designer and creator of the Theia evening wear collection.

Inspired by Theia, the Greek goddess who brought forth light into the world, O’Neill’s brilliant collection gives women a chance to put on a dress that will make them feel as magical as it looks.

O’Neill’s enchanting evening gown collection can be found in over 300 stores worldwide, and has been worn by Hollywood stars like Carrie Underwood. Fashioned with luxurious materials like satin-faced silk georgette, brocade, beading, taffeta and complete Read more

New Homes and Decor We Love

When you are searching for a place to unwind and call your own, consider some of these prime properties.

1. Wall Decal Stickers
Wallpaper can be a nice décor touch, but you may not want a pattern repeatedly lining your walls. Slap some fresh flair onto your walls by sticking on these blooming beauties. This set of graphics made from vinyl comes in a set of 10 blooms that are 13 inches in size. www.etsy.com

2. Sweet Poms
Looking for a new and creative way to brighten up your home? Whether you want to add a splash of colour throughout the rooms in your home for just a day or all year round, these tissue pom-poms made from 100 per cent recycled tissue Read more

Peanut Allergies: Food for Thought

Crunchy, chewy, smooth and even chocolate-coated – peanuts may be a popular food but they can be extremely harmful to the many children who are allergic to them.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of school-aged children with food allergies has increased almost 20 percent since 1997.

As the summer winds down, parents who have children with peanut allergies may want to be a little more cautious when packing their little girls’ and boys’ back-to-school snacks and medication to relieve allergic reactions.

“Young children spend a large portion of their days in school and our study showed that a significant percentage of serious Read more

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