Monday, 30 December 2013

A Year's End in Cabbagetown 

 This week's edition of Cabbagetown Living gives you a list of New Year's Eve events in Cabbagetown from A-Z , as well as two feature businesses for the week. 

 On behalf of the Cabbagetown BIA I'd like to wish you a very Happy New Year! See you in 2014. 

 F'Amelia, 12 Amelia Street

 It's almost time to ring in the New Year - start with dinner at F'Amelia, and then join in the celebrations next door at Extended F'Amelia. Jason is hosting a house party at the wine bar and everyone is invited!

















http://oldcabbagetown.com/content/famelia
The Flying Beaver Pubaret, Dinner and Dancing into the New Year 
488 Parliament Street 
The Flying Beaver is hosting Maggie Cassella's Year End Show: Because I Said So. The Year in Revile. Showtime starts at 8pm, but they're open for seating at any time you want. Show tickets are $25

 Dinner and drinks minimum of $30 per person (includes party favours, a glass of champagne at midnight, and dance party) just for NYE 

 The dance party starts the second the show is over and we can clear the tables out of the room! 

If you want to just show up for dancing - come anytime after 10pm and if there's room we'd love to have you. Just flip us a $5 at the door. That's pretty reasonable for a New Year's Eve Party eh?

Show tix availabe at The Pubaret or online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/532522

YOU MUST MAKE A TABLE RESERVATION ONCE YOU HAVE A TICKET

Write Heather@pubaret.com or call 647.347.6567 for your rezzo once you have your ticket.

Come, it'll be a blast!
http://oldcabbagetown.com/content/flying-beaver

Hey Lucy, Dinner and Drinks
 229 Carlton St. 
http://oldcabbagetown.com/content/hey-lucy-caf%C3%A9

 House on Parliament, 454 Parliament Street
HOP is accepting reservations for New Year's Eve. Their 3-4 course Prix Fixe Menu includes a glass of Prosecco. $60 to $70. 

http://oldcabbagetown.com/content/house-parliament

 The Local Gest, 424 Parliament Street 
Take a look at your Local Gest's New Years Eve Menu. 

 Dance to the mix of music by DJ Mike Reid from 11:00pm to well into 2014

 For reservations: (416)961-9425 or e-mail thelocalgest@gmail.com

http://oldcabbagetown.com/content/local-gest

 The Pear Tree Restaurant, 507 Parliament Street
From all of us at Peartree Restaurant, we would like to thank you for your support this year, and extend our best wishes to you for a prosperous and healthy 2014.   
In case you missed it, this New Year's Eve we will be offering a 3 Course Dinner for Two, including choice of Appetizer, Main Course and Dessert, for only $60.00!

NEW YEARS EVE MENU

APPETIZER
Your choice of appetizer, served with fresh Buttermilk Biscuits
Organic Green Salad: green lettuce, cucumber and tomato, served with choice of Creamy tarragon, Raspberry Vinaigrette, or Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Caesar Salad: a combination of romaine hearts, garlic croutons and Parmesan cheese, tossed in a creamy garlic dressing
Mushroom and Brie Soup: sautéed mushrooms with Brie and fresh herbs
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup:  made fresh with ginger, garlic, cinnamon and thyme

MAIN COURSE
Black Angus Striploin Steak and Lobster Tail: Prime, AAA grade 10oz Canadian striploin steak, aged 28 days, seasoned and grilled to liking, with sautéed lobster tail and garlic butter.  Served with fresh vegetables, and your choice of baked rice, sweet potato fries or fingerling potatoes
Grilled Fillet of Halibut: Fresh fillet of Halibut seasoned and grilled to perfection with sautéed leeks and a champagne cream sauce, served with fresh vegetables, and your choice of baked rice, sweet potato fries or fingerling potatoes
Herb de Provence Chicken Supreme:  Breast of Chicken Supreme marinated in oregano, marjoram, rosemary, savory, thyme, sea salt, lemon juice, ground pepper and olive oil, roasted to perfection, served with fresh vegetables, and your choice of baked rice, sweet potato fries or fingerling potatoes
Peartree's Seafood Classic:  Black Tiger Shrimps, Scallops and Mussels quickly sautéed and flambéed in cognac, tossed in a lemon thyme cream sauce, and served with baked rice and fresh vegetables
Vegetable Agnolotti Pasta:  Sweet potato stuffed agnolotti pasta, with sautéed leeks and mushrooms, in a light tomato cream sauce

DESSERT
Each served with whipped cream (optional)
Carrot Cake
Pecan Pie
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Chocolate Brownie Cheese Cake 

Don't forget to reserve your table online, or by phone at 416-962-8190, and please call for more information on bookings for large groups or catering throughout the season.
Happy Holidays, and we look forward to seeing you soon!


 Stout Irish Pub, 221 Carlton Street 
New Years Eve tickets available online! Just $10! Includes Champagne, Hors D'ouevres, hats and party favours! 
http://oldcabbagetown.com/content/stout-irish-pub


 Winchester Kitchen & Bar , 51A Winchester Street

 Winchester Stage and Bar is hosts a GEEKALICIOUS New Year's Party. Stay tuned for more details!

 http://oldcabbagetown.com/content/winchester-kitchen-bar

 Featured shops:

 Cabbagetown Brew, 552 Parliament St. 

 Located halfway between Wellesley and Winchester Streets on Parliament, this cozy little cafe offers a variety of savoury menu items including coffees, pizzas, and gelatos. 

 Looking to cater for New Year's Eve? Their catering menu also features meat, cheese, veggie, fruit or cracker platters. 

 Noteworthy: Reese's Pieces Latte and something called a Hot Nutella. Hmmmmm (drool)

















http://oldcabbagetown.com/content/cabbagetown-brew

 Pinstripe Nutrition, 214 Carlton Street 
c/o Cabbagetown Chiropractic Health Centre 

 This winter, Sandy is offering a wonderful special for all! 

Sandy Badgley, B.A., R.H.N.
PINSTRIPE NUTRITION
214 Carlton Street (Cabbagetown Chiropractic Health Centre), Toronto
First Canadian Place, Suite 5700, Toronto
416-915-3156 /  sandy@pinstripenutrition.ca / www.pinstripenutrition.ca 
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Friday, 20 December 2013

Day 3 of Holiday Shopping Guide Journal 

 Hello Cabbagetown, 

 Yesterday way my 3rd adventure around town (Cabbagetown of course) where I explored our diverse array of shops, south of Carlton Street on Parliament. The greatest part about this? Not only do I get to share the amazing deals and items that each store has to offer, but I also get to share who is open and closed during this holiday season. 

 I would encourage everyone to go out and explore the local shops like I have. 

 Until then, you can kick back and take a browse through the Cabbagetown BIA's latest blog posts. 

 Happy Holidays Everyone! I'll be back tomorrow with more news on Gerrard St. shops and Parliament St. (north of Carlton, on the east side). 


Best Breakfast Place
432 Parliament St. 

 Best Breakfast Place is located just south of Carlton on Parliament, on the west side of the street. They are open on Christmas morning, where every year they welcome local seniors and members from our community who enjoy spending their holidays together. 

 If you are looking for a morning bite on Christmas, they're open from approximately 9:00am to 1:00pm. They're also opened for shortened hours on New Year's Eve. 


http://www.oldcabbagetown.com/content/best-breakfast-place

 The Local Gest 
424 Parliament St.

 This Sunday, The Local Gest is hosting a Christmas Carol Sing-A-Long from 3:00pm to 6:00pm with traditional Christmas Music by Jeff Barnes and Noah Zacharin

 The Local Gest is also collecting canned foods until December 24th, This holiday season they're closed on Christmas, Boxing Day and New Years Day. They are open on New Year's Eve - we'll give you more details on that next week. 

Gift Certificates available 
Grab a bite at your Local Gest!


The Mexican Burrito 
296 Gerrard St. East

 If you haven't already done so, you need to take a walk down to Parliament and Gerrard and grab a bite at one of our newest restaurants in Cabbagetown. The Mexican Burrito is closed on Christmas Day and on New Year's Day

Dollar 4 U 
405 Parliament St. 

 From the blue and gold lit tree in the window to the international flags displayed inside of the store, I couldn't help but feel the holiday spirit when I walked into Dollar 4 U. If you're looking for last minute Christmas items at a more than reasonable price (or anything at a good price for that matter), then stop in at Dollar 4 U 

 They are open on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve (9:00am to 7:00pm) and closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. 






 New Town Restaurant 
413 Parliament St. 

 Every Thursday to Saturday, New Town hosts Karaoke in Cabbagetown. This year they are open on Christmas Day at 2pm so you can grab a bite or a drink with your friends over the holidays. 



Peter's Cajun Creole Pizza
415 Parliament St. 

 The menu at Peter's Cajun Creole Pizza is simply mouthwatering. Their gourmet pizzas offer an assortment of ingredients that are unmatched in the entire city of Toronto - in my humbly unbiased opinion. 

 Peter's Pizza is open on Christmas Eve until 5pm. On New Year's Day they are open from 2pm until close. They are closed on Christmas. 





Wing Machine 
443 Parliament St. 

 Wing Machine is closed on Christmas but they're definitely open on New Year's Eve and on New Year's Day. Every year they ring in the new year with great wings, great beers on tap, and great fun for locals and yocals. 
Regulars like Lee can't wait to ring in the new year here!


The Epicure Shop 
473 Parliament St. 

This weekend at The Epicure Shop, all gift baskets are tax free! 

Filled with great Canadian gift ideas, The Epicure is a great place to shop for your holiday gifts and cooking needs. 
Traditional Torrone

Mincemeat tarts: $1.50 each. Star cookies $2. 


More shortbread cookies coming in this week!
All natural butter tarts $3.50 each





Melegatti cakes in assorted flavours and sizes






Cleopatra Fashion
459 Parliament St. 

 For over 10 years, Cleopatra's has been gracing Parliament St. with fashionable clothing and accessories. If you're looking to buy quality clothing at remarkable prices, as a gift or for yourself, the friendly shop owner Fahmida invites everyone to shop at her store.
Baby Clothes
 

 Jackets for men and women
 Shirts for women and men 





 

 Accessories: Purses, hats, bangles, earrings, jewellery sets 




Parliament Furniture
465 Parliament St. 

 Three words: Boxing Day sales. 

 






 






Del Ray Cleaners Holiday Hours
586 Parliament St.

 Closed from December 25th, 2013 until January 5th, 2014

 http://www.oldcabbagetown.com/content/del-ray-cleaners

Kendall & Co. Holiday Hours 
227 Carlton St. 

 Kendall & Co. is open this Saturday from 11:00am to 5:00pm, Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. 

 Monday, Dec. 23: from 10:00am to 6:00pm 
Tuesday, Dec. 24: from 10:00am to 3:00pm 

 Closed from Wednesday, Dec. 25 until January 2nd, 2014



No Frills Holiday Hours 
449 Parliament St. 
Friday, December 20th, 2013: 8:00am to 9:00pm 
Saturday, December 21st, 2013: 8:00am to 8:00pm 
Sunday, December 22nd, 2013: 8:00am to 8:00pm 

 Monday, December 23rd, 2013: 8:00am to 9:00pm
Tuesday, December 24th, 2013: 8:00am to 6:00pm 
Wednesday, December 25th, 2013: CLOSED
Thursday, December 26th, 2013: 10:00am to 5:00 pm 
Friday, December 27th, 2013: 8:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday, December 28th, 2013: 8:00am to 8:00pm 
Sunday, December 29th, 2013: 8:00am to 8:00pm 

 Monday, December 30th, 2013: 8:00am to 9:00pm
Tuesday, December 31st, 2013: 8:00am to 6:00pm 
Wednesday, January 1rst, 2014: CLOSED
Shoppers Drug Mart Holiday Hours 
467 Parliament St. 

 December 23rd - 9:00am to 12:00am 
December 24th - 9:00am to 12:00am 
December 25th - CLOSED
December 26th - 9:00am to 12:00am 
December 27th - 9:00am to 12:00am 

 http://www.oldcabbagetown.com/content/shoppers-drug-mart

Good News: Cabbagetown Regent Park Museum finds a home

 http://www.insidetoronto.com/news-story/4275699-cabbagetown-regent-park-community-museum-gets-a-home/


After years of setting up shop in a variety of different locations, the Cabbagetown/Regent Park Community Museum (CRPCM) is a step closer to having a building of its own to call home.
“This gives us a lot more room for our exhibits,” said Carol Moore-Ede, the main driving force behind getting the museum up and running nearly a decade ago. “We’ll have room for storage, a resource centre, research facilities and of course an exhibit space.”
The museum has secured a site in a row of heritage buildings on the northwest corner of Gerrard and Parliament streets, near where the third phase of the Regent Park revitalization is underway.
The idea for a museum to look at the history of the Cabbagetown and Regent Park communities came about in 2004 and the museum itself was incorporated as a not-for-profit in 2008.
The CRPCM was set up to showcase the long history and multicultural nature of the venerable area, from its early days as some of Toronto’s oldest communities through Regent Park’s rise as a major social housing experiment right to today. It features photos, artifacts and oral histories from residents.
The new announcement finally gives the local organization its own space.
Though the deal to secure the property for the museum’s use went through last week, the museum will not be able to move into the space for a while. The site features a row of residences dating back to 1879 that were subsequently turned into businesses, including a pharmacy and a Mr. Sub.
The venerable buildings will make a fitting home for the museum.
“It’s going to take at least a year for us to raise the money to start the restoration,” Moore-Ede said. “We want to restore the building back to the way it was and show its historical significance.”
The interior of the building will also need work to ensure it has the proper lighting for a museum setting and heat and moisture controls that will help preserve the artifacts it holds.
“Right now, we’re supported by donations, foundations and some government programs that are related to schools and students, but we’ll be starting up a proper capital campaign to help cover the costs,” Moore-Ede said.
In the meantime, it will be business as usual for the CRPCM, with its usual exhibition space still open at Riverdale Farm and a satellite location in the lobby of the Toronto Police 51 Division headquarters. The museum has also exhibited in Mackenzie House and has made use of space in Daniels Spectrum.
Moore-Ede said the museum is not planning on withdrawing from those locations provided the opportunity to continue on in those sites remains.
“We’re hoping to keep our satellite spaces open and continue to have exhibits there,” Moore-Ede said.
For more information about the CRPCM, visit www.crpmuseum.com


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