Cabbagetown at the Olympics
Congratulations to Shelley Anne Brown
We’ve just heard from the Yonge Street Mission (280 Gerrard) that Shelley Anne Brown is one of their staff members. She, of course, is the brakeman in the women’s bobsleigh and she won a silver medal on Wednesday night. She must have nerves of steel to do her job in the sleigh. Great job, Shelley Anne – that was a thrilling event and you deserve every bit of praise for your efforts.
Saturday in snowboarding
Justin Skinner from insidetoronto.com has reported that Michael Lambert, one of our Olympic snowboard team members, is a Cabbagetowner. He’ll be competing in the Parallel Giant Slalom tomorrow, Saturday Feb 27 with the qualifying runs happening in the early afternoon and the various finals continuing immediately afterward. We can see it on Rogers Sportsnet. Go Michael – take lots of inspiration from Shelley Anne Brown.
Read Justin’s story about Michael here: http://www.insidetoronto.com/sports/article/607936--cabbagetowner-climbs-to-olympic-heights
If we had known more about this ahead of time, we could have given him a Tee shirt for good luck.
Other events happening now …
Find out more about Number 9 Audio
The recording facilities at Number 9 Audio are among its best selling points. George Rondina wants you to see his studio and meet the artists who use it frequently. He’s added a YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/NumberNineAudio. Click here and take a tour of their facilities.
Celebrate the Chinese New Year
Steve and Phyllis at Del Ray Cleaners (586-588 Parliament) are holding a special sale to celebrate the Chinese New Year and it ends this weekend. Bring in your suits and dresses before Saturday night and get a nice 25% discount. Del Ray’s prices are already super-competitive, so who can resist a sale like this one.
Free coffee at Epicure
Come to The Epicure Shop (473 Parliament) from 8 to 11 am on Saturday morning and enjoy a free cup of Patty’s House Blend coffee. Watch in your mailbox for your Reunion Island coffee coupons which you can redeem at Epicure for a $2 discount on a bag of coffee or you can buy two bags and get one free. While you’re sipping that free cuppa, enjoy one of her homemade gingerbread cookies – they are really good.
Think Spring and think about your bike
Kale at Cabbagetown Cycle (444 Parliament) reports that he’s seen early sighs of the Spring bike tuneup rush. In a few weeks, they’ll be very busy. He recommends that people who want a tuneup right away should bring in their bikes early.
The Deal Zone
There’s a new face in The Deal Zone (480 Parliament) these days. Alex purchased the business late last year and he’s been busy learning his customers and routines ever since. He’s kept the store’s same bright, attractive format and filled it with excellent bargains. This week, of course, his winter supplies are in demand, especially mitts and gloves. Spring is just around the corner, however, and he’s selling Outer Banks Tee shirts for $4.99. Among his specials are the energy saving light bulbs that have long been featured in The Deal Zone. A single 60 w equivalent bulb is $1.59 and a six-pack of 40w equivalent bulbs is $9.99. For a limited time, he’s offering a free gift offer – on any purchase of $10 or more, you’re invited to add any $1 item from the shelves free.
Cabbagetown in the media
It’s been a busy week for commentators and reporters who’re singing our praises to the greater world beyond Cabbagetown.
Christopher Hume on Regent Park
The Toronto Star’s Christopher Hume has long reported about the revitalization process at Regent Park. His article on Saturday, February 13 gave a good summary of the project’s solid progress and its impact on the surrounding area.
Read it here: http://www.yourhome.ca/homes/columnsblogs/article/763649--hume-new-life-at-dundas-and-parliament
(Photo by Christopher Hume)
A personal look at life in One Cole
The signature condo building rising up at Dundas and Parliament is described in this recent Star article: http://www.yourhome.ca/homes/realestate/article/763647--one-cole-aims-to-make-over-regent-park
Laneways in Cabbagetown
Jacob Richler woke up one morning recently to discover that his house is located on one of our newest laneways. Find out his reactions here:
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/toronto/signs-signs-everywhere-a-sign/article1475078/
Our Tee shirt travels north
Doug is posing happily in his Tee shirt on the skiing trails beside Sayer Lake at the Stokely Creek Lodge on the shores of Lake Superior, half-an-hour north of Sault Ste Marie.
Congratulations to Shelley Anne Brown
We’ve just heard from the Yonge Street Mission (280 Gerrard) that Shelley Anne Brown is one of their staff members. She, of course, is the brakeman in the women’s bobsleigh and she won a silver medal on Wednesday night. She must have nerves of steel to do her job in the sleigh. Great job, Shelley Anne – that was a thrilling event and you deserve every bit of praise for your efforts.Saturday in snowboarding
Justin Skinner from insidetoronto.com has reported that Michael Lambert, one of our Olympic snowboard team members, is a Cabbagetowner. He’ll be competing in the Parallel Giant Slalom tomorrow, Saturday Feb 27 with the qualifying runs happening in the early afternoon and the various finals continuing immediately afterward. We can see it on Rogers Sportsnet. Go Michael – take lots of inspiration from Shelley Anne Brown.Read Justin’s story about Michael here: http://www.insidetoronto.com/sports/article/607936--cabbagetowner-climbs-to-olympic-heights
If we had known more about this ahead of time, we could have given him a Tee shirt for good luck.
Other events happening now …
Find out more about Number 9 Audio
The recording facilities at Number 9 Audio are among its best selling points. George Rondina wants you to see his studio and meet the artists who use it frequently. He’s added a YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/NumberNineAudio. Click here and take a tour of their facilities.Celebrate the Chinese New Year
Steve and Phyllis at Del Ray Cleaners (586-588 Parliament) are holding a special sale to celebrate the Chinese New Year and it ends this weekend. Bring in your suits and dresses before Saturday night and get a nice 25% discount. Del Ray’s prices are already super-competitive, so who can resist a sale like this one.Free coffee at Epicure
Come to The Epicure Shop (473 Parliament) from 8 to 11 am on Saturday morning and enjoy a free cup of Patty’s House Blend coffee. Watch in your mailbox for your Reunion Island coffee coupons which you can redeem at Epicure for a $2 discount on a bag of coffee or you can buy two bags and get one free. While you’re sipping that free cuppa, enjoy one of her homemade gingerbread cookies – they are really good.Think Spring and think about your bike
Kale at Cabbagetown Cycle (444 Parliament) reports that he’s seen early sighs of the Spring bike tuneup rush. In a few weeks, they’ll be very busy. He recommends that people who want a tuneup right away should bring in their bikes early.The Deal Zone
There’s a new face in The Deal Zone (480 Parliament) these days. Alex purchased the business late last year and he’s been busy learning his customers and routines ever since. He’s kept the store’s same bright, attractive format and filled it with excellent bargains. This week, of course, his winter supplies are in demand, especially mitts and gloves. Spring is just around the corner, however, and he’s selling Outer Banks Tee shirts for $4.99. Among his specials are the energy saving light bulbs that have long been featured in The Deal Zone. A single 60 w equivalent bulb is $1.59 and a six-pack of 40w equivalent bulbs is $9.99. For a limited time, he’s offering a free gift offer – on any purchase of $10 or more, you’re invited to add any $1 item from the shelves free.Cabbagetown in the media
It’s been a busy week for commentators and reporters who’re singing our praises to the greater world beyond Cabbagetown.
Christopher Hume on Regent Park
The Toronto Star’s Christopher Hume has long reported about the revitalization process at Regent Park. His article on Saturday, February 13 gave a good summary of the project’s solid progress and its impact on the surrounding area.
Read it here: http://www.yourhome.ca/homes/columnsblogs/article/763649--hume-new-life-at-dundas-and-parliament
(Photo by Christopher Hume)
A personal look at life in One Cole
The signature condo building rising up at Dundas and Parliament is described in this recent Star article: http://www.yourhome.ca/homes/realestate/article/763647--one-cole-aims-to-make-over-regent-park
Laneways in Cabbagetown
Jacob Richler woke up one morning recently to discover that his house is located on one of our newest laneways. Find out his reactions here:
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/toronto/signs-signs-everywhere-a-sign/article1475078/
Our Tee shirt travels north
Doug is posing happily in his Tee shirt on the skiing trails beside Sayer Lake at the Stokely Creek Lodge on the shores of Lake Superior, half-an-hour north of Sault Ste Marie. 
JAMCafe’s Valentines special (available on both Saturday and Sunday) is a three-course, sumptuous meal. For starters, there’s roasted parsnip and apple soup, or duck two-ways or a composed salad. Main courses offer you a choice of squid ink fettucini with scallops, or seared elk loin or pan roasted supreme of guinea hen. For dessert, you can dig into flourless chocolate torte, crème brulee and crepes suzettes. $100/couple. Seatings at 5:30 and 8 pm. Call for reservations. 195 Carlton, (416) 921-1255.
Plum 226 is one of our newest restaurants. The rooms are beautifully renovated and early feedback about their menu is very positive. For Valentines, Plum 226 has a three-course, prix fixe menu at $45 per person and it’s being served from Friday to Sunday. Start with a glass of sparkling wine and for an appetizer choose anti pasto di mare, grilled vegetable anti-pasto or the daily soup. For entrees, there’s zoupe di piesce, or filet mignon or smoked chicken risotto. At dessert, there’s gelato, zeppoli fritters or tiramisu. 226 Carlton. (647) 348-4226.
Provence Delices has a three-course prix fixe for $45 per person and as usual, it’s full of delightful suggestions. They’re offering their special dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Start with soup of the day, house pate, roasted beet and orange salad or oysters on the half-shell. For your main course, choose pan roasted Mediterranean dorade, cassoulet, duck confit, coq au vin or flank steak. And finish with tarte tatin, marquise au chocolat or crème brulee. 12 Amelia St, (416) 924-9901.
And, as usual, it’s party time at Brass Taps. You can take the stress out of your Valentines Day with dinner specials and open mic with Porter. 221 Carlton.
From February 16 to 20, TDT is staging Christopher House’s new production, Pteros Tactics. The theatre is offering its Cabbagetown neighbours a special 30% discount. Just call the box office at (416) 973-4000 and ask for the “family and friends discount” to get your savings. The production takes place at Harbourfront’s Fleck Theatre, 207 Queen’s Quay West.
Kiki is pleased to tell us that she’s been joined by two new stylists at Hairlift (503B Parliament). Mark Anthony (left in the picture) says that he’s a “super-curling technician” and John Judge says that he does “just about everything”, especially colours and cuts. Welcome to Cabbagetown and best wishes, guys.
Once again, the Cabbagetown Preservation Association is holding one of their fascinating evenings with a featured speaker. On Tuesday February 23, Daniele Caloz will talk about the Francophone presence in Cabbagetown from the 1860s. 6:30 pm, the Filipino Centre, 597 Parliament Street.
This flag of ours is really getting around – Norway, Cuba, and a bunch of new surprises soon. It’s a busy year!
Red roses are the true symbol of love. At Simmons Flowers (540 Parliament), there’s a bouquet waiting just for you.
Every year, Mark’s chocolate dipped strawberries are a big success. He’s getting them ready right now. If you’re staying home, enjoy some oysters, beef tenderloin or lobster tails for a really special meal. (516 Parliament)
Daniel et Daniel can handle your whole dinner for you. Find out why they’re consistently called Toronto’s best caterer. Visit the food shop (248 Carlton) and place your order. While you’re there, grab a cookie that says “Kiss me” and take it home for an early start to the weekend.
Heart cakes with chocolate ganache and fresh strawberries are just waiting for you at Sweet Creamery (521 Parliament). Don’t worry about the calories – we’re talking mood, romance… In fact, throw in a nice helping of Kawartha Dairy ice cream to finish your desserts nicely.
Baci, in Italian, means “Kiss” and Patty has lots of Baci chocolates ready for you. She also has a lovely selection of Chocolate Clare’s new candy. Pair them up with her heart-shaped gingerbreads and shortbreads and her chocolate Valentine cupcakes. Wrap up everything in special Valentine’s gift bags. (473 Parliament)
Valentine’s is more than just chocolate and wine. Sharon has Israeli silver rings, broaches, and other jewellery and lots of beautiful sequined and beaded clothing. While you’re there, Portia can sing for you. (503 Parliament)
Do you want a last-minute ring for your true love? Sorry - Fair Trade (523 Parliament) can’t help you. This is a custom order establishment, an atelier where your jewellery is crafted specifically for you. There’s no standing inventory, just various work-in-progress items. You can, of course, order now for next year.
Two-course meal at $30 and three-courses at $35. Fri Feb 12, Sat Feb 13 and Sun Feb 14
Three-course dinner at $29.95. Sat Feb 13 and Sun Feb 14
Three-course meal at $34.99 per person. Two sittings: 5 and 8 pm, Sun Feb 14
A la carte selection from the special Valentine’s Dinner Menu
Three-course meal with a bottle of red or white Italian wine, $150 couple. 5 pm to midnight, Sun Feb 14
On Sunday February 7 from 3 to 4 pm, Starbucks (492 Parliament) hosts the latest in their series of coffee seminars. Guatemala Casi Cielo (or “Almost heaven”) is the featured blend. Experience a coffee journey with Yury. No charge.
Who needs an excuse to drop into the Wicks (424 Parliament)? But the SuperBowl is a nice event and the big screen television gives stunning pictures. David and Robert have a traditional selection of gourmet snacks and football meals ready for you – chili, beans and hot dogs, sausage on a bun, ribs and baked potato, wings, nachos and even a Philly steak. Sounds good already.
Big Mamma’s Boy (554 Parliament) raised $1,600 for disaster relief in Haiti at their January fundraiser. Combined with the government’s pledge to match these funds, that means that $3,200 is on its way to help that stricken country. Congratulations to Heather from Big Mamma’s Boy, Simon from Great Lakes Brewery and Deb from Proud FM for your efforts.
Our debate on the last Sunday of the campaign was a success. Over two hundred people showed up. The speeches were impressive. The questions and the answers shed light on important issues. The BIA is very pleased to be one of the host groups for this event along with our neighbours at the Aberdeen Ave Residents Group, Cabbagetown South and the Don Vale Cabbagetown Residents Association.