Entering El Catrin is like stepping into a polychromatic, hallucinatory fantasy. It’s vivid. It’s vast. It’s a vision you won’t forget. Toronto’s newest Mexican establishment in the historic Distillery District has moved into the space formerly occupied by the Boiler House and has transformed it into an illustrious sphere for the senses. Dark yet vibrant, El […]
The Galapagos: Day Trips or a Cruise?
Are you planning a trip to the Galapagos Islands and debating whether to book a series of day trips or a cruise? After an outstanding, one-week boat tour through the islands, I joined a day trip that was, in one word, underwhelming. That’s not to say, however, that the quality of your experiences will reflect […]
Canada Day at Toronto’s Harbourfront: BeaverTails and Fireworks
One of the great pleasures of living near Queen’s Quay in Toronto is the Harbourfront Centre, a vibrant arts community that hosts year-round events from dance performances to cultural festivals. Every July 1st long weekend, it reaches its climax as crowds descend on the waterfront to celebrate Canada’s birthday with great fanfare, complete with musical […]
Titillate Your Taste Buds With Tiramisu
Sam: What is tiramisu? Jay: You’ll find out. Sam: Well, what is it? Jay: You’ll see! Sam: Some woman is gonna want me to do it to her and I’m not gonna know what it is! Sleepless in Seattle With an impassioned following of worshipping women, it’s no wonder that tiramisu found its way into […]
To Toronto, With Love
Last weekend, the curtains closed on the Travel Blog Exchange (TBEX) annual North American conference in Toronto, Canada. For the international travel-blogging community, it was a festival of learning, merriment, and the forging of international friendships and professional connections. What an event. But I want to talk about Toronto. My birthplace. The city I will […]