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  Who couldn’t use a dose of positivity and just general calmness? There’s countless apps available that promise to give you a moment of peace in the increasingly hectic world we live in. Check out some of our favourites below.   Calm: This visually beautiful app is the number one app for sleep, meditation and […]

    Its not surprising that many people are now trying out new activities and exploring different hobbies. Cooking has emerged as a favourite new pastime for a wide variety of people with everyone from kids to seniors taking part in the art of cooking. In keeping this pastime both fun and safe, online cooking […]

  This Just Speaks to Me: Words to Live By Every Day by Hoda Kotb Today Show anchor Hoda Kotb shares wisdom, love, compassion and humour in her latest book. Kotb offers up 365 new quotes and stories to share with readers including moments that have enriched her life, discussing everything from motherhood and friendship […]

    Go white or light.  Light colours can make even a very small space seem a little bigger. If you have a dark coloured room, changing the wall colour to something lighter can truly make a big difference. Invest in furniture that doesn’t overwhelm. Choose furniture that works for the room. Overly large, clunky […]

  There’s no better time to begin saving. 2020 has been a challenging year for many Canadians and it may get worse for some. With anxiety around a second wave of Covid-19 and concerns about the job market, saving is a necessity.  See below for some easy ways to save on clothing this coming fall […]

  With the growing concerns related to a second Covid-19 pandemic, some are once again worried about pandemic buying and product shortages. Experts however, say that shortages in late 2020 and 2021 will likely not be focused on particular supplies (like food), but more on lifestyle items like workout/sports equipment and luxury indoor items.     […]

      The Happiness Lab Starring Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos, this podcast covers a variety of topics focused on the quest for happiness. According to Dr. Santos, the podcast is based on the psychology course she teaches at Yale–the most popular class in the university’s 300-year history. She’ll take you through the latest […]

  Many of us are eating in more often and noticing the grocery bills are higher. It can be so easy to go overboard at the grocery store, either by buying too much or buying things you don’t necessarily need. When it comes to saving at the grocery store, there are ways you can help […]

From January 31 to February 13 2020, Toronto is not only in the middle of winter, but also in the middle of their annual Winterlicious event. It’s the time of the year where you can try some of Toronto’s best restaurants, without breaking the bank. Where you can try something new, or go back to something familiar. This year more than 200 restaurants are taking part in the event, offering three-course, fixed-prices meals for both lunch and dinner. The only problem is deciding where to go. Here are some of our favourites.

What’s more enjoyable than a nice cold cocktail on a hot summer day? These cocktails are all the rave this summer. Try one out and imagine yourself enjoying it by the beach.   Rosita 5 oz. mescal .5 oz. sweet vermouth .5 oz. dry vermouth .5 oz. Campari 1 dash angostura bitters Stir over ice […]

  Canada’s 100 Best has officially released its ranking of Canada’s 509 Best Bars for 2019. The list of Canada’s best includes some well-known establishments as well as a few less-known picks. While Ontario had the most on the list, other provinces shined including BC and Quebec.  See below for the top 20 and click […]

  With spring right around the corner, it’s time to gear up for holiday travel and fun. For many of us however, packing for travel is a tiresome and sometimes stressful chore. We’ve pulled together some of our favourite travel packing hacks to help make your upcoming travels a little easier.   1. To utilize […]

Although you may be a city kid at heart, you can always soak up the serenity and calm of the countryside at the upcoming Royal Agricultural Winter Fair 2018. The annual winter fair returns to Exhibition Place in Toronto on November 2, and runs until November 11. Just like every year before, this year’s farm festivities are set to include the Royal Horse Show. The equestrian event is set to feature 1,000 competitors and elements of dressage, show jumping and indoor eventing.  

If you are wondering where to head for All Hallows’ Eve this year, there are plenty of options besides a night of watching scary movies at home. For those who are more adventurous and want to venture outside of the typical house party, a spooky Halloween fest can help you get into the mood to party the night away. Here’s what to do, whether you are based in Toronto or Montreal.  

  Vancouver, one of Canada’s prettiest cities, is also known to have some of the dreariest weather. Avoid the seasonal affective disorder by keeping your spirits and energy levels high and check out our list of indoor activities. From cooking classes to yoga to go-karting, we have an activity for every age group and personality. […]