Meet me at Mercato

As  you open the doors of Mercato Fine Foods, the sounds of friendly chit-chat and the aromas of home-cooked specialties and robust espresso transports you to a charming Italian village.

Taking its inspiration from the culture-rich country of Italy, the bakery-deli’s name translates to market. And that is exactly the feeling that customers get when they come in from a busy day to browse the selection, grab a bite or replenish their weekly groceries. “The vibrant colours in our décor invite you inside,” says Rosanna Loiero, who owns Mercato with her husband, Salvatore Loiero. “I think we’ve created a very welcoming atmosphere,” he says. Read more

Integrity Fitness: Kicking up Your Lifestyle

Looking for a fun and interactive way to shape up this summer?

Enter: Integrity Fitness. As an intensive training service that caters specifically to women, Integrity Fitness offers innovative programs that promise to have you looking and feeling fit in no time – as long as you stick to it! “It’s a fact,” says Integrity Fitness and Paul’s Boot Camp founder Paul Walker, “that over 80 per cent of all new fitness ventures end in failure and disappointment. If time is of the essence and leadership at a premium, make the right choice: save yourself time and get the most experienced professional.”

Providing over 100 indoor and outdoor boot camps, Integrity Fitness allows women to choose the method that best suits their workout style and personality. “I aim to restore confidence in my clients by helping them reach their goals,” says Walker, who was inspired to create his studio while visiting the fitness-savvy state of California. Read more

Structure Equals Function:Where Body Meets Soul

Deepak Chopra said that it is only through connecting mind and body that we can truly feel complete.

This is the mantra at Structure Equals Function, where owner Brett Mitsubata offers a revolutionary approach to holistic fitness in a private, warm, and welcoming atmosphere.

“Our muscles, bones, joints, and tendons make up the structure of our bodies, and this structure must equate to the function of our bodies,” says Mitsubata of the meaning behind the company’s name. “So if the structure is not working properly – because of an injury or alignment issue – then it’s not matching the function that it needs to perform, and thus must be balanced and repaired.” Read more

BioBake: Rising to the Top

Third from left, president and founder of BioBake Maurizio Barbieri and his team.

When hunger strikes, there’s nothing quite like biting into a warm, toasty piece of bread. As a vital source of energy and a staple item at the dinner table, bread is an essential part of the North American diet. That’s why we need to choose breads of the freshest and healthiest variety, says Maurizio Barbieri, president and founder of BioBake. “You want to know that what you’re eating is natural and pure. And with our bread, that’s exactly what you’re getting.”

Stepping into the bakery, you are greeted by Gabe, friendly staff, and a delightful combination of mouth-watering scents. Simply delicious and truly nutritious, all of BioBake’s confections please the palate and feed the soul. As an organic and HACCP-certified company, consumers can rest assured that all of BioBake’s products are made with only pure, unprocessed ingredients. Read more

From the Field to your Table

As the temperature rises and the flowers bloom, farms across the province prepare for a lush season of bountiful, chemical-free fruits and vegetables. Shopping at local organic farms that do not welcome pesticides, fertilizers or hormones is a great way to support the community, protect the planet, and improve your health.

Zephyr Organics
Located in Zephyr, Ont., this farm boasts over 80 acres of certified organic vegetables for you to enjoy. With generations of farming experience, Ted Eng and his family grow everything from asparagus to zucchini and share it with local residents and restaurants. Zephyr also offers a Farm Share program, where consumers pay in advance for a share of the garden. Pick up your share of organic produce each week for 20 weeks – Read more

Crème de la Crème

As soon as you open the doors to Première Moisson bakery, you’ll feel as though you’ve been whisked away to a charming French town. Tucked away on a street in Quebec, the bakery welcomes you with the sweet, nostalgic aromas of fresh baked bread and rows of delectable sweets. Tempting you with a different speciality bread each month (mmm … this month is White Chocolate and Coconut), a gourmet buffet with handmade hors d’oeuvres, sandwiches and pastries, as well as a sit-down bistro where guests can relax and enjoy a hearty homemade meal, Première Moisson delivers a first-class experience. Guiding the way to Première’s success with an emphasis on the French baguette, owner Liliane Colpron was recently honoured by the French government with the L’Ordre Du Merite Agricole. Read more

A Youthful Bloom

Even a top-notch businesswoman needs some time to herself. Time to rest her head, soak her feet, and let a professional take care of the rest. After a stressful day of meetings and deadlines, a trip to the spa is a haven of tranquility and rejuvenation. But there’s no need to break the bank, or venture to the depths of the city, because An Ivy Spa has sprung up just outside your door.

Newly planted this past August, An Ivy Spa has been quickly flourishing into a lush and vibrant hotspot. Named after its lovely owner and trained nurse, Ivy Camelo, this family-operated Read more

Fall for Montreal’s Own Nadya Toto

An established designer taking the fashion-forward cities of Toronto, Vancouver and New York by storm, Nadya Toto is a cool breath of fresh air for fall fashion.

Describing her line as “ultra feminine with an edge,” Toto puts a little piece of her personality into every one of her designs. “It’s like me as a woman,” she explains. “I’m very strong, and at the same time, I can be like a little girl sometimes.” This contrast in her personality is reflected in her clothing. Harmoniously combining her signature lace embroidery with deep, mysterious colours, this designer ensures that every piece hailing from her collection makes a bold statement. Read more

True Visionaries

We open our eyes each morning and look out the window, wave to our neighbours, read the paper and drive to work. None of this would be possible without sight, which for most of us, is something we don’t give much thought to. However, what is merely a taken-for-granted sense to many, may affect the life of someone who is visually impaired.

But not for Domenic Condo, a 35-year-old man who has experienced life with poor vision ever since he was a child. Today, he is a well-respected businessman and talented recording studio owner/record producer who is determined to educate Canadians that the definition of “legally blind” Read more

Changing the face of Dentistry

Creating a sense of comfort for all of her patients, Dr. Maria Rotondi of Pine Seven Dental Centre is successful at building a sense of security and trust within all of her clients. Her warm qualities make for strong connections with her clients, and the dedication she has for her career has resulted in the implementation of the latest technological advancements in her practice.

When you walk into Pine Seven Dental Centre, a kind professional staff and an attentive treatment coordinator immediately greets you as you are guided to a warm, relaxing waiting area.

Soon enough, you’ll meet with resident dentist and founder of Pine Seven Dental, Dr. Maria Rotondi, who has 22 years of experience in the dental industry. Read more

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