Zona Caffè: Taking A Break In Good Company

More than just a routine, enjoying a break is a way of life in Italy. The idea of sipping coffee and savouring a meal is a cherished tradition that has now found its way to the city. Opening this past spring at Jane and Rutherford’s bustling intersection, Zona Caffè is a unique hot spot, offering more than your average hot table and bar. “We wanted to create a place where friendships are made as you come to unwind,” says owner and founder Lina DeRocchis. “It has a very modern design and European feel – all of our equipment is imported from Italy.” Walking into Zona Caffè, patrons instantly notice the cool, soothing décor, infused with aromas of authentic Italian food. Read more

The Consulate Dining Lounge On Innis Lake: A Savoury Retreat

There’s a reason why illustrious journeys are made to places like California’s Napa Valley. Breathtaking open landscapes with protruding natural waters are ideal for a getaway from the everyday. But if you don’t have time to jump on a plane, there’s a beautiful oasis just around the corner. The Consulate Dining Lounge on Innis Lake is the ideal hot spot for a elegant gourmet meal, only minutes away from the city. “Our food and ambience is pretty hard to beat,” says owner John Giancola. “The French chateau-style dining room overlooks the terrace and the lake. It has a very authentic, rustic feel.” Read more

City Search – June/July 2009

SOUND OASIS SLEEP BEAR
Snuggle up with a super-soft toy fitted with advanced sound therapy. This oh-so cuddly plush perfectly restores calmness, especially for infants aged 2 months and up. Just the friend your baby needs, the Sound Oasis Sleep Bear loves to hibernate in comfy cribs.
www.sleepwellbaby.com

SANDY JOE’S INTERIOR DESIGN
Challenging the cliché designs of minimalist interiors and modern structures, the Victorian designs of Sandy Joe’s draws the attentions of Renaissance lovers hoping to grasp onto the antique spaces of the 16th century.
www.sandyjoesdesign.com
416.840.8038
140 Yorkville Ave.
Toronto, ON Read more

Rendevous Limousines: Luxury Ride

Every bride wants to make a grand entrance, and what better way to do it than reaching your destination in a luxurious limousine, alongside a formally attired chauffer? Arrive in style with Rendevous Limousines. Read more

Il Cavallino Ristorante: Serving up Gourmet Tradition

Stepping through a doorway to visit a piece of Italy is not usually the case, but the experience is more than possible at Il Cavallino Ristorante. A place where visitors truly discover cultured cuisine; the establishment has been nourished for over 19 years with a long line of European experience. “I had a place in Toronto for 12 years, after working in Switzerland, Germany, and France, says owner Franco Poletti. “I always worked in the hospitality and hotel industry.” Growing up in the restaurant business, Poletti has been surrounded by food his entire life, which is the reason why he knows how to please the palate. Read more

Click-It Photography

We’ve all heard the saying a picture is worth a thousand words. And on your wedding day, you want to make sure those words read like poetry. Capture each magical moment with Chris Dennison, owner and professional events photographer of Click-It Photography. Read more

Ital Florist … Petaling Forward

Whether it’s a birthday celebration, a graduation ceremony or the wedding of your dreams, no special event can truly be complete without flowers.

“Depending on the occasion, flowers can evoke sentiments of congratulations, best wishes, encouragement, and of course,  love,” says Ester Paris-Mauro of  Ital Florist. “They are a celebration of life. Even during the saddest moments, they symbolize hope, comfort and remembering.” Read more

Toronto Wholesale Meats: Sinking Your Teeth Into Quality Cuts

Whether you’re throwing an outdoor picnic or hosting a holiday feast, success is all about the product you serve. For true meat-lovers who take pride in what they put on the table, there’s no one better than Toronto Wholesale Meats to supply the goods. “There’s a reason why we’ve been around for over 30 years,” says owner Joey Arcuri about the company his grandfather, Domenico, founded. “Our business has gained a true following and a reputation for quality meats.” Loyal customers and colossal restaurant chains flock to Arcuri’s doors, for everything from Angus rib eyes and lamb spiedini, to homemade porchetta and Italian sausage. Read more

Dolce Bombe: A Blast of Authentic Flavour

If you’ve ever wondered what an explosion of heavenly sweetness tastes like, you might want to sink your teeth into Dolce Bombe’s exclusive dessert. The boutique bakery is well-received across the city for its round cream-filled bombe, resembling exactly what the name means – sweet bombs. “I travelled to Italy and learned first-hand from the person who does them the right way,” says owner Mauro Sarracini, pointing out his pastries are often imitated but not duplicated. Being careful not to give away his special recipe, Sarracini admits to making them, “by hand, using cream from scratch with imported ingredients.” Read more

Ti Amo Decorating: Crafting Events of Enchantment

Like the fairy godmother you’ve always wished for, Maria Chiarlitti is transforming   ordinary events into extraordinary affairs. As the owner and founder of  Ti Amo Decorating, Chiarlitti spins dull banquet halls with enchanting fabled ambiences for a spectrum of special events. Founded 13 years ago, Ti Amo is cultivated on the basis of altering a conventional centre with the glowing essence of romance. Read more

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