Taking Control of Your Home

Innovations in modern home entertainment provide a plethora of possibilities for families to enjoy their media however they see fit. Although fascinating, today’s technology can be the source of much confusion. Celebrating 25 years of home audio/video experience, who better than the experts at Audio One to provide valuable insights into how new technologies are creating exciting prospects for household entertainment.

“Home entertainment is becoming so customizable it’s no longer a question of, ‘what can I do with this room, but rather, ‘what do you want to be able to do in this room?’” says Gino D’Ascanio, home audio/video specialist and partner at Audio One.

With extensive expertise in high-calibre home theatre and music systems, the team at Audio One is well aware of Read more

150th Anniversary of the Unity of Italy Event

On Mar. 31, 2011, over 200 elders from Community & Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) gathered for the 150th anniversary of Italy’s unification. Organized by Iolanda Masci, Filomena Torric and Nadia Ferrari, the event was a great success. Guests brought their Italian pride and were thrilled to have the Hon. Julian Read more

Reel Film Pictures Presents Grand Social

With performances by The Retro Rockers and musician Sebastian Carubia, the Grand Social was a night that brought you way back to the ’50s and ’60s. At the Venetian Banquet Centre on April 1, 2011, Mark Pagliaroli and Antonio Ienco of Reel Film Pictures organized an event full of music and dance to bring awareness to the Read more

Life in Our City — Vaughan

Sweet and stylish summer offerings from across the municipality

We LOVE Cappuccino
Warm your heart with the rich blends of Ionia … il Caffè and fall in love with coffee all over again.  www.alfacappuccino.ca

We Scream for Ice Cream
Renowned for its cakes, pastries and breads, St. Phillips Bakery also scoops out soft and creamy ice cream for a refreshing mouthful. www.stphillipsbakery.com

Hitting the Jackpot
Light and breezy, this flowing white top is a soft contrast to the vivid pink of these casual shorts from Jackpot. Read more

Chocolate Ball

Just in time for Mother’s Day, the 2nd Annual Chocolate Ball will warm the walls of the Bellagio Boutique Event Venue in Vaughan with decadent delights throughout the evening of May 6, 2011. With proceeds Read more

Dom Polito

A passionate guitarist, Vaughan resident Dom Polito was just 18 when he suffered from an injury that lead to the amputation of half his index finger and entire middle finger. A few years passed until he realized that he had to face this unexpected obstacle to continue his life passion: performing music. Thirty years later, Polito is a proud contributor of Classic Albums Live, a concert series that brings records from the past to life onstage. As the musical director for all of Led Zepplin’s albums, you can catch Polito live at Massey Hall on April 16th, 2011.  www.classicalbumslive.com

Left – Vaughan-based musician Dom Polito.

Get the Look in Vaughan

MAY FLOWERS
Everything will be coming up roses with some floral wall art. www.bouclair.ca

PILLOW PLAY
From puffy pillows to stylish storage and diverse decorations, give your interior the accessories it needs for a finished look. www.bouclair.ca

BEJEWELLED
A diamond-encrusted cushion adds flair to a comfy couch. Read more

Engineered Automotive

Ahead of the curve in a fast-paced market, Engineered Automotive is an invigorating alternative to traditional dealerships and maintenance centres. With its fresh, forward-looking approach, this seasoned Vaughan-based business is focused on steering consumers in the right direction.

For more than 25 years, Engineered Automotive has been providing premier service in the high-end auto segment, specializing in a large spectrum of services from body repair, upgrades, sales and tuning, to dynamometer services (torque testing), detailing, vehicle storage and corporate events. With founding partner Billy Smilovsky behind the wheel, the company has fine-tuned its customer-geared philosophy of ensuring that quality, integrity and cleanliness Read more

The Mane Man of L.A Hair Design, David Grossi

A woman sits in a swivel chair, biting the bottom of her lip nervously.  She knows it’s time to transform her hair – long and brittle from a long, cold winter – into something she can feel confident about. With the calming aura and natural talent of David Grossi, she rises from her chair with a smile and glowing new hairstyle.

Since his teenage years, Grossi has dabbled in the art of hair design, amassing 25 years of first-hand experience in the business. His roots in the industry began by watching his hairstylist-father at work, finally picking up the scissors himself to coax unruly and unmanageable manes into something to behold. “Anything I can see with my eyes I can do with my hands,” says Grossi. “It’s a wonderful feeling to go to work every day with 100 per cent confidence.” Read more

Vinsanto Ristorante

Fresh off its recent renovation, Vinsanto Ristorante unveils an extended seating area just in time to celebrate its fifth anniversary. Now, even more patrons may enjoy decadent first-generation Italian entrees, dinners and desserts, all artistically arranged in a unique and surprising fashion that’s rarely seen on Vaughan’s dining scene. www.vinsanto.ca

Left – A recent addition allows for extra seating so even more guests can enjoy Vinsanto’s mouth-watering Italian delights.

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